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Hi there! My name is Hanna, and I'm thrilled about the opportunity to care for your furry (or scaly!) friend. Animals bring immense joy into my life, and I'm passionate about providing them with the love and attention they deserve. My lifelong companionship with pets has equipped me with a deep understanding of their needs and...
Hanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
I provide dog walking/sitting services from the comfort of your own home. I have years of experience taking care of animals as I have only ever known a home with at least two dogs. My love for animals began at a young age, since birth really since I came home to a house with two large dogs. Since then I have owned six dogs and...
Gabriella S.
Sugar Grove, IL
$13-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been pet sitting for my neighbor's dog, bunny, and fish for about three years now. I also have been a dog owner for 11 years. I am a straight-A student who is in three AP classes; I am responsible and loving!
Gabriella can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Lorie G.
Saint Charles, IL
$15-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Your Fur Buddy's Friend While Your Away...Experienced
Your fur buddy deserves all the love and attention they can get when your away- although nothing can replace you-
I'm that special sitter that'll be there making sure your fur buddy has all the care and attention they love!
Doing what YOU- the pet parent wants is upmost priority to me!
About Me- Retiring from 21 yrs. in...
Lorie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Makayla W.
Aurora, IL
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I absolutely love working with dogs. I have past experience dog sitting .
Makayla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Abbie W.
Sugar Grove, IL
$14-19/hr
Lots of experience with dogs and cats! Pet friendly, especially with large dogs! I have two St. Bernards! Reach out to me for any pet sitting and dog walking!
Abbie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I can provide full time pet care for all types of dogs. I have had dogs of my own in the past and have pet sit for many families before. I love dogs of all ages and sizes! In addition to dogs I have a lot of experience with horses, having my own and caring for others. Overall, I am a huge animal lover and would love to meet you...
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love animals they have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up riding horses at many different farms with my two childhood dogs and have taken care of each one of them with love. I currently have a pet pig named Wilbur and two bunnies named Bugs Bunny and Lola and a dog named Natsu they are my whole...
Bryonna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Bryonna was really good with our cat and dog. When we got back, neither was nearly as lonely as when I leave them with a neighbor or just my son. I'll hire her again in the future!"
Becky B.
5.0
(1)
My name is Bettie , our family dog Bash passed away 2 1/2 years ago, he was 1 1/2 years old. I love dogs, I have 5 yrs of experienced dog-sitting, walking, transporting my friends & family members dogs.
Bettie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Bettie was a wonderful house manager for us! She helped us with laundry, dishes, bed making, tidying up, Vacuuming/sweeping, package returns, and closet organizing. She also made sure our bathrooms were fully stocked, put away all groceries, made lists for items we...
Meghan K.
Gretchen V.
Saint Charles, IL
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter & Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks & Pet Care. Occasional & Last Minute Care Too!
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dog lover, rescuer & foster. Comfortable with all types of dogs-big or small! I am experienced with administering medication including IM and sub cu injectables. I'm dependable, responsible and ALL ABOUT the dogs. I have excellent local references.
Gretchen can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming & more
Natalie G.
Oswego, IL
$21/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Natalie and I am 31 years old. I currently have one cat, Berry. I have been around and caring for pets my entire life. I have had dogs of various breeds, cats, hermit crabs, and birds. I have experience and are comfortable with reptiles, fish, and amphibians as well. In addition, I am familiar and comfortable...
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Natalie is the best pet sitter we've ever had! She is so reliable and takes great care of our bunny. She takes her time in playing with her and keeps her happy while we're away. In the few instances where she couldn't come, her partner came for her, and he is very...
Hanna C.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I am an organized, dependable, and pet-loving college student working towards an education degree. Currently, I am working as an assistant high school dance coach and am volunteering with children in schools. I have 3 years of experience as a pet sitter working with dogs, cats, fish, and a bearded dragon. I am always...
Sara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sara has been pet sitting for me since 2019. She came highly recommended and never disappoints. We have two cats and a bearded dragon that she takes care of on a regular basis. She is reliable and consistent with her visits and she never misses an assigned...
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Uma M.
Naperville, IL
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 1 year of experience in dog sitting and nannying. I love coming up with fun, educational activities and like to be active! I am also fluent in Spanish and can teach/tutor any STEM subject. I do short-term and long-term sitting and can provide references.
Uma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Uma is AMAZING!! She is very reliable, caring, kindhearted and responsible. She has babysat my little siblings and cousins when I wasn't able to. She has also taken care of my dog numerous times when I have been out of town. Kids and animals love her!! She is great...
Gaby P.
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced pet sitter with over a decade of experience sitting for a variety of pets. I am available for feed/walk visits and extended care (vacation sitting). I am also great with kids and have references available for contact. I love to help however I can and am willing to do light chores and errands if needed.
I...
Amanda can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"I have been using Amanda for years and LOVE her service! She is very helpful, is always on time, and my dogs love it when she comes to walk them. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Ashley C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am also a huge animal lover with both a dog and a cat at home. I have been a proud pet parent for the last 30 years! Additionally, I actually have several years of professional pet vacation care & dog walking experience.... For many years my best friend owned and operated a dogwalking & vacation animal care business in...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been pet sitting for almost two years now. I have taken care of a variety of animals including: multiple dogs, gerbils, bearded dragons, cats, and fish. And I can provide references upon request.
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing and did exactly what we asked!!! Our dog can be a little bit of a handful but she was so great with him and we are so thankful she was able to pet sit for us!!! Definitely going to be my go to person from now on! I'm a little particular...
Makayla F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for dogs since a very young age. I started dog walking and pet sitting at about 10 years old. I have experience with dogs of all ages and sizes. Throughout the years I've learned how to care for dogs with medical needs such as ear/eye drops, pills, medicated baths, etc. I understand the importance of...
Lily can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Lily was great when we went out of the country on vacation for 10 days, caring for our 3 large dogs. She went above and beyond what was asked if her getting the mail playing with and walking the dogs, she even got our mail and gave the dogs there individual medical...
Suzanne S.
Kara D.
Naperville, IL
$16-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Kara! I'm 20 and have done pet care for about 6 years now! I absolutely adore animals and have always had a passion to work with them! I have done pet sitting, dog walking and overnights. I have also worked with a wide variety of breeds and all ages!
I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours and days to work with...
5.0
"Kara has been our pup sitter for a year now and we absolutely love her! She's dependable and a great communicator. She also deals with our high energy black lab and he adores her! We would 10/10 recommend using Kara! :)"
Aracelli M.
Tina F.
Aurora, IL
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Honest, Reliable, Quality Care For Pets - Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - As My Full-Time Business
5.0
(18)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...
Tina can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Tina helped us tremendously by agreeing two watch our two cats last minute. One of our cats is elderly and requires oral medication administration, which is not an easy task. By using her extensive knowledge of animals and their behaviors, she was able to get his...
Krystal S.
Amy D.
DeKalb, IL
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I worked at a pet store for a year with cats, dogs, fish, birds and reptiles. I pet sit for several families and can provide all their names as references. I live in Claremont and pet sit in Claremont, Brownsville, Ascutney and other surrounding towns.
Amy can also help with: Grooming, boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Amy was very professional, punctual and trustworthy. I hired Amy when I went on my honeymoon to house sit and watch my dog and rabbit. As soon as I met her I knew they would be well taken care of when we were away. They loved her which is huge, they are picky... I...
Bethany C.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Elburn, IL
Bryonna F.
5.0
Bryonna was able to help us out during a family emergency. Since I'm in a different state I was very stressed about finding immediate care for my son's cat. Bryonna stepped up to the place with grace, humor, and a very kind heart. I felt immediate trust and kitty loved her. We will surely use her...
- Matthew S.
Bettie C.
5.0
Bettie was a wonderful house manager for us! She helped us with laundry, dishes, bed making, tidying up, Vacuuming/sweeping, package returns, and closet organizing. She also made sure our bathrooms were fully stocked, put away all groceries, made lists for items we were running low on and took out...
- Meghan K.
Natalie G.
5.0
Natalie is the best pet sitter we've ever had! She is so reliable and takes great care of our bunny. She takes her time in playing with her and keeps her happy while we're away. In the few instances where she couldn't come, her partner came for her, and he is very reliable and interactive with the...
- Hanna C.
Sara B.
5.0
Sara has been pet sitting for me since 2019. She came highly recommended and never disappoints. We have two cats and a bearded dragon that she takes care of on a regular basis. She is reliable and consistent with her visits and she never misses an assigned appointment. She is a joy to work with and...
- Care member
Uma M.
5.0
Uma is AMAZING!! She is very reliable, caring, kindhearted and responsible. She has babysat my little siblings and cousins when I wasn't able to. She has also taken care of my dog numerous times when I have been out of town. Kids and animals love her!! She is great with any age of children and...
- Gaby P.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Elburn, IL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Elburn, IL?
Dog sitters near you in Elburn, IL can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Elburn, IL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Elburn, IL to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Elburn, IL is $12.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Elburn, IL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Elburn, IL. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Elburn, IL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Elburn, IL we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Elburn, IL?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Elburn, IL, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.