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I have worked with pets and take care of my own. Great with cats, small pets and dogs. Bathing, walking, grooming, and sitting. I am great with doing any of those. I am available when needed.
Brie can also help with: Grooming, pet walking
Aysel A.
Eureka, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Greetings,
I am a certified dog walker since 2018. I grew up with a super pet friendly family. We had dogs, cats, birds and aquarium animals. I spent a lot of quality time with them. I have many experiences with pet sitting. I enjoy their company, I do not see it as a job at all! I am a huge advocate for exercise so don't...
Aysel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Aysel is one of the most amazing animal lovers I have ever witnessed. Her capacity to relate to and love animals is truly remarkable and a joy to watch. Animals light up when they interact with Aysel. I highly recommend her services."
Jason P.
Dana L.
Peoria, IL
$15-17/hr
I have grown up around dogs all my life and currently have my own rescue pup. I'd be happy to provide dog sitting in your own home and would love to take your dog on many walks as I like to keep an active lifestyle. Please reach out for your trips or daily needs with your dog.
Dana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi. I hope you all are well.
I would enjoy being your pet sitter. I love cats , dogs, fish. :))
I have 3 dogs and 2 cats of my own and grew up around animals. My great grandfather lived on farm.
I know every animal is unique in their own way, so I prefer if the family allows me to know how to properly care for your pets....
Aleise can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Kylei A.
Eureka, IL
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Love Cats, Dogs , Fish and all the Animals. I can help with walks , gromming , And sitting. I own cats and Dogs so have the experience taking care of them!
Kylei can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Allison A.
East Peoria, IL
$15-19/hr
I have worked in homes with pets before as well as dog and cat sitting for families on vacation. Willing to stay in home or commute daily based on your needs!
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting
Hannah A.
Morton, IL
$15-24/hr
Yes, if you were looking for a pet sitter for a weekend trip or or just once in a while, you found the right spot. I love every animal. There is the only one I'm a little hesitant on our snakes and spiders. Just because I don't have a lot of training with the species. But dogs, cats birds, even farm animals, I will treat your...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting
My name is Lola and I love animals so much! I worked for three years with a dog and cat kennel. My primary tests were dog walking dog and cat feeding and of course lots of petting and cuddles and play time. I also have worked with a number of animal rescues including pet rescue. Through them I have fostered kittens and puppies...
Lola can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Annaliese H.
Metamora, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've grown up with three big dogs as well as other animals and have sited in the past for a family friend!
Annaliese can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Libby V.
Peoria, IL
$17-20/hr
Hi! I'm a quirky, reliable pet mom of 3. Two cats and one dog, who is a 170lb Mastiff at home. I'm looking forward to pet sitting and walking your fur babies and treating them as my own.
Libby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hannah F.
Peoria, IL
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Animal And Child Lover! Love To Care For People And The Furry Ones! :-)
Open to dog and cat sitting for short or extended periods of time! I have an abundance of references. :) Feel free to shoot me a message.
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jordan C.
Peoria, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have been a dog sitter before. The job lasted for about 4 months before the owner had to relocate for a job in a different city. Also, I grew up with dogs.
Jordan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lydia W.
Morton, IL
$15-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Fun Sitter With Experience Dealing With A Large Variety Of Animals
I grew up on a hobby farm and have experience taking care of cats, dogs, horses, chickens, and more. I also worked for three years on a dairy cow farm where I was responsible for milking 200+ cows and feeding calves. I am currently a full-time college student and am looking for part-time pet sitting/dog walking jobs. I am very...
Lydia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Allison S.
Deer Creek, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter That Prides Herself On Taking The Best Care Of Your Family.
I started working with animals when my family first adopted a cat! Since then, we have adopted two cats and two dogs. I am currently the main caregiver for the two pups my fiancé and I adopted.
Allison can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I love all pets. Our pets make a happy, fulfilled home. I have over 30 years experience of pet walking, boarding, training and in home care sitter etc. I owned my own pet walking/training/in home sitting company of over 15 years paid services. I have pet training experience. I care for senior pets with special needs as...
Cheryl can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Pets melt my heart! I have plenty of experience with my own fur babies (both dogs and cats) over the years. I have experience with dogs of all kinds and sizes, cats, horses, guinea pigs, fresh water fish, gerbils, hamsters and even a boa constrictor. I am happy to walk and play with dogs. I can generally administer medications...
Tammy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding
Emily R.
Tremont, IL
$15-50/hr
Over 15 plus years dog sitting for friends and family. Love helping taking care of dogs. And walking them caring for them, feeding them, giving them the love and attention they need and deserve while their loved ones are busy!
Emily can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I have cared for and had animals my entire life - from rescues to full breed dogs. Additionally, I have trained all of my dogs throughout the years, have had multiple fish aquariums, and have also cared for aging and sick pets.
Susan can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hello! I am looking to supplement my income, which means I am very reliable (!) I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Dog Park, etc. Whatever attention your pet needs, I am willing to provide!
Tonia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have previous worked for a couple vet clinics in Texas and Illinois and have a love for animals! I can pet sit when needed as well as walking dogs and taking them out on some adventures!
Jordyn can also help with: Pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Washington, IL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Washington, IL?
Dog sitters near you in Washington, 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 Washington, IL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Washington, 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 Washington, IL is $15.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Washington, IL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Washington, 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 Washington, IL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Washington, 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 Washington, IL?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Washington, 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.