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I have always had pets in the house. I have also worked professionally with animals for about three years. I have doggie day care, grooming, and boarding experience! I have dealt with all sorts of temperaments including aggressive, wild, and loving. I can provide grooming services as well as sitting!
I currently work as a pet...
Breanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Trinity G.
Machesney Park, IL
$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 23-year-old college graduate who grew up with pets and have always loved animals. I have a dog (great dane) and two cats. I love taking my own dog for walks, especially hikes in different parks, and playing with my cats. I have spent multiple years dog sitting and cat sitting for family and friends. I also have...
Trinity can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Kayla O.
Roscoe, IL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
All Animal Lover. Available For Daily Walks And Peter Care. Available For Last Minute Pet Sitting.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I Have 3 years of experience working with Adult dogs as well as puppies of all sizes. I have worked with adult cats and kittens. Very comfortable with animals who are calm and active. I grew up around a selection of animals and I now have three dogs of my own. I have experience with giving medication, feeding schedules and...
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She loves every pet she works with as if they are her own! Very thorough in her cleaning after them and always a delight to speak with! "
Regan C.
Marian A.
Rockford, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Marian! I am a huge lover of animals and hope to have a big enough plot of land to have all types of animals! I have 3 cats of my own, but love dogs as well! I've been pet sitting for years for friends, family, and friends of friends!
Marian can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Michelle S.
Rockford, IL
$15-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Michelle, I am originally from England and moved here over 20 years ago for a job transfer and I have one daughter. I grew up having a variety of different pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, a bearded dragon, and mice. I currently have one 7-year-old small dog, one 8-year-old small dog, and...
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Michelle has helped me so much more than expected. She goes above and beyond and never disappoints. She has never missed an appointment and is always punctual. I hired her to help with my animals and now she is helping me organize my home. I highly recommend her to...
Christine B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love caring for animals!
I am a full time caregiver and I'm an actress and board member with Main Street Players in Belvidere. I'm my spare time, I am a pet sitter.
I enjoy traveling, singing, acting, and being with animals.
I graduated from RVC in 2020 with my Associates of Arts degree. I am currently taking online...
Carolyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Carolyn is amazing! She is punctual, dependable, and our dogs love her. Normally, our dogs are fearful of new people, but they warmed up to Carolyn right away. They love how she is gentle, caring, and soft spoken. She's also very knowledgeable, diligent, and...
Selena H.
I have experience caring for my own pets! I've been doing dog sitting for clients and friends for many years, and I have references to give out. I love dogs, cats, and any other small animals! I have experience dog and cat sitting, dog walking, and caring for aquatic animals. I myself have had many dogs and currently own two...
Miranda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Kaitlin S.
Roscoe, IL
$16-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Kaitlin. I am 24 years old, and have been dog sitting since I was 16 years old. I graduated with my Bachelors degree in Nursing and am currently a mother/baby nurse. I love staying active and spending as much time outside as possible! I love being able to make your dogs happy at home by stopping over a few...
Kaitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Peyton N.
Rockton, IL
$15-20/hr
Love all pets/animals!
I have 2 dogs and 1 cat of my own, I love spending my free time with them! Let me know if you would be interested in a pet sitter!
Peyton can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Open to pet sitting for whenever you are going out of town. I have watched over many pets and willing to do light chores or projects while out of town. Willing to watch over plants and grab mail as well.
Ellie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Aliah L.
Rockford, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have provided care for animals for about 10 years now. Starting with volunteering at my local animal shelters and then animal sitting! I have won dog and cat shows as well as have had hamsters, guinea pigs, turtles and 4 different species of geckos. I have also provided care for farm animals! I have experience with small and...
Aliah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lissa K.
Rockford, IL
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of professional experiences and many more years of pet ownership experience . I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking and pet sitting. I myself have a dog cat and Pac-Man fogs I've also owned and been around a variety of pets.
Lissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have been dog sitting for many years now. I have two dogs, that are my absolute favorite. I'll make sure your dog gets all the love and care they need if I am their sitter !!
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hello, I have two of my own cats - Jasper and Puppycat, as well as two Great Pyrenees. What makes me unique is that I genuinely care for each and every pet and will take time to learn their personality and individual needs. Working with animals has always been my passion, which is why I did exactly that, even at a young age. So...
Catherine can also help with: Pet sitting
I love animals and have grown up with many pets! I have taken care of many dogs and enjoy it very much!
Claudette can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
As a owner of two Goldens and 2 cats I know that I want the best care for them when I am away from home. The importance of outside time and maintaining scheduled meals is very important to animals health.
Eileen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have worked for , the dog walking service as a young girl. I currently have four children, and I'm looking to be a dog sitter for small medium dogs at an affordable price!
I have always had my own dog and have cared for friends and family dogs. I have a fenced in backyard for the dog to run and have fun.
Let me know how I can...
Serena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Amaya L.
Rockford, IL
$13-50/hr
I am able to pet sit for dogs or cats, I have plenty of experience with animals and I love them! Flexible on pay and flexible on hours!! I'd love to pet sit your furry friend !!
Amaya can also help with: Pet sitting
Amber C.
Rockford, IL
$9-14/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I would love to pet sit anyone's cats or dogs, as I have 3 dogs and a cat of my own. I grew up with different breeds of dogs and cats so I'm experienced In that way. This would be my first time pet sitting for others though, but I am a reliable person and have a love animal's
Amber can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have house sat/dog sat for many families for many years. I have watched dogs (big and small), cats, fish, birds, reptiles, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, etc. I think I have probably covered the board in animals I have watched. But the most being dogs, cats, and fish. I have a dog as well and grew up with cats! I have done...
Emily can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking & more
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Machesney Park, IL
Kayla O.
5.0
She loves every pet she works with as if they are her own! Very thorough in her cleaning after them and always a delight to speak with!
- Regan C.
Michelle S.
5.0
Michelle has helped me so much more than expected. She goes above and beyond and never disappoints. She has never missed an appointment and is always punctual. I hired her to help with my animals and now she is helping me organize my home. I highly recommend her to anyone in need. She truly is...
- Christine B.
Carolyn B.
5.0
Carolyn is very dependable and caring! She's very inspired to help animals.
- Audrey H.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Machesney Park, IL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Machesney Park, IL?
Dog sitters near you in Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, IL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, IL is $14.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Machesney Park, IL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, IL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, IL?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Machesney Park, 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.