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I am an animal lover and always have been. I have my own pup Cleopatra. I also have pet sit and dog walked for the past 10+ years. I also have been a professional house manager and nanny. I'm trustworthy and active!
Destiny can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Dog walking, training, and Boarding. I have been raised with dogs and I love them, I truly believe they are our best friends.
Martina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, dog training, pet transportation
Sarah K.
Lincolnshire, IL
$25-40/hr
Hi,
I am Sarah and I really like dogs and cats. I have more experience babysitting babies, but I have helped friends and family with walking their pets as well as pet sitting. I believe I will do my best to take care of your pet.
Thank you for your consideration!
-Sarah.
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Evelyn G.
Mundelein, IL
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm happy to dog sit in your home or drop in for walks. Whatever is preferred. Feel free to message me for any specific requests.
Evelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
I grew up with dogs and a gecko. I also spend a lot of time with my cousins and their cats, so I've learned a few things from them. I love animals and taking care of them!
Harper can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I am a senior studying media and cinema at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I have experience pet sitting dogs, but I am comfortable with all kinds of pets.
Alexandria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Miguel R.
Gurnee, IL
$15-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a very calm and respectful person, polite, I love animals I enjoy hanging out with them, walking them, taking care of them and giving them a lot of affection and love. I was a dog sitter in Buenos Aires, Argentina for a year and I thought it was incredible this job gives me a lot of happiness and beautiful energy.
I don't...
Miguel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Olivia S.
Vernon Hills, IL
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have over a year of experience of dog sitting, and I absolutely love spending time with furry friends and making them feel loved and cared for. I'm super active, so I would love to take your dog on long walks!
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've had the pleasure of dog and cat sitting over the past several years. I love to spend time with animals and am looking for fun ways to make some extra cash in grad school!
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have had cats and dogs all my life. Lots of cats and dogs! At one time we had 3 dogs and 8 cats. We've always opened our home to stray animals and hard luck stories. We had 2 dogs pass away within the last year an 18-year-old black lab and a 17-year-old whippet. We are currently fostering dogs we rescued from a high kill...
Linda can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting
10+ years experience in acting as an assistant as well as pet care for a variety of animals. Dogs, cats, birds, fish, horses, sheep, chickens, raccoons etc.
Assistant experience in running errands, manage schedules, organize desk and/or home.
Cecilia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi everyone! Not only do I nanny full time, and babysit on the weekends (weekday evenings) I love to pet sit as well!!! I have two dogs who are super friendly and my love for dogs is growing everyday!!! They are the best animals :) and I'd love to watch your dogs whenever you need!
Dana can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
Amanda P.
Highland Park, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Amanda. I am 23 years old and I am an animal whisperer! I love all animals and they love me. I am looking for local work this summer before I start school in the fall. I do not smoke or drink. I am a quiet person and actually a bit shy at first. Animals are my passion. I live near the HP train station with 2 cat...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting
Cailin C.
Mundelein, IL
$15-19/hr
Hello!
I have two large rescue dogs and have grown up with both dogs and cats.
Though not professionally, I have pet-sit dogs and cats. I love caring for pets and can be adaptable to their needs!
I am open to recurring or one-time opportunities!
Cailin can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I grew up having dogs and am a huge animal lover. I love dogs of all shapes and sizes, and have experience pet sitting in homes. I am unfortunately allergic to cats so am looking to watch dogs only. I miss living with a dog and am looking to spend some time with some sweet pups!
Grace can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
I have dog sit since February 20 24 and I have sorted packed at my house while also giving excellent care in other peoples houses. I can also do drop in visits.
Jocelyn can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting & more
I like working with animals because they bring me such joy and they are so loyal! They just make you happy!
I started working with animals when I was a teenager I grew up with animals and I knew I wanted to pet sit/walk for many years!
One thing you should know about me is that I will treat and love your pet like they are my...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting
I grew up around animal and absolutely love them! Experienced dog walker, comfortable with feeding
Claudia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love taking long or short walks with dogs! I have many years of experience with dog sitting. I treat every pet that is in my care like they are my own.
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love animals and have been sitting for pets for over 10 years. I can provide feedings, and overnights if needed.
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Great Lakes, IL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Great Lakes, IL?
Dog sitters near you in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, IL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, IL is $21.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Great Lakes, IL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, IL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, IL?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Great Lakes, 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.