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78 dog trainers are listed in Chicago, IL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby dog trainers is 3 years

Dog trainers in Chicago, IL

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Helena G.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Dog Trainer

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Hello! My name is Helena and I grew up on a ranch in a small town called Pleasant Plains, IL. I now live in Chicago and am open to taking on a few training jobs. When I was younger, I won dog training competitions in 4H and continue to help my mother, a well-known dog trainer in the Springfield, Illinois area, when I can. I...
Helena can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, dog training
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Rebecca L.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Dog Sitter

I have experience with pet sitting both dogs and cats. Also very basic understanding of animal training.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Daniel A.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dog Walker/Sitter/Trainer

I have been walking, training, and sitting dogs for about a year now. I have a Belgian Malinois and a Bluenose Pit bull that I have personally trained and they will soon be in competitions. I have worked all types of dogs old/young and big/small. My number one priority would be to make sure that your animal is safe and well...
Daniel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, dog training
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Emily H.


Chicago, IL

$17-24/hr • 2 yrs exp

Dog Sitter, Walker (will Take Dogs For Runs!)

Hello! I have immense experience with difficult dogs with issues like social anxiety. I have learned many training tips and am very confident in accommodating to shy and friendly dogs needs! I love to be active and would love to run with any dogs.
Emily can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Jennifer S.


Chicago, IL

$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Owner Of A Cavapoo & Big Dog Lover!

I currently have a 8-month-old Cavapoo! I've potty trained, taught basic tricks and previous owner of a cockier spaniel! Love taking dogs on walks and visiting nearby dog parks in Chicago!!
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Petr S.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Dog Sitter And Walking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience walking and dog sitting various dog breeds. I also have experience taking care of cats, birds, and fish. I am able to provide multifaceted care including bathing of animals, proper feeding, cleaning of cages, and training.
Petr can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
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Jackie H.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Animal Lover And Pet-care/Dog Walker

I have owned both cats and dogs and have been an animal lover since I can remember. I owned a Lab/Basset Hound mix for her whole life and raised and trained from a puppy to an adult dog. I also owned a cat for many years. I have experience walking dogs as well as dog sitting for friends and neighbors on vacation.
Jackie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Sally M.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Avid Dog Lover Looking To Help

I have watched dogs for over 11 years. My family has owned a golden retriever, a pitbull mix, and a lab/terrier mix and I have dogsat for neighbors, colleagues, and teachers. I have experience potty, obedience, and leash training. I have a special love for large to medium dogs, but am experienced with all sizes. I am attentive...
Sally can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Jeanie D.


Chicago, IL

$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Responsible, Compassionate Dog Walker

Hello! I'm Jeanie, your compassionate, alert, and reliable neighborhood pet sitter. I've taken care of dogs, and fishes for my friends and neighbors which included walking dogs, feeding, cuddles, and making sure to give them lots of attention, instruction, and treats when they're good listeners. My main available days to pet...
Jeanie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Sandra Y.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Dog Walking/pet Sitting/grooming

I worked alongside vets and highly educated animal caregivers and brokerages so I have a very good understanding of pets medical needs and signs of illness and have been properly trained on how to treat them. I have given animal shots and vaccines as well as grooming them and keeping up with feeding schedules of large quantities...
Sandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
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Victoria G.


Chicago, IL

$17-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Animal Lover And Walker Of Dogs

Hi Friends! My name is Victoria. I am an avid animal lover and have owned almost every species of animal. My mother was a great animal lover and we owned everything from a rabbit to a chameleon. I recently lost my sweet pug Boomer and am grieving but really missing dogs in general I am currently the fur Mom to a cat named Gonzo....
Victoria can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Sara D.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr

Trained By Max, Otis, Lucy And Theo

Dog lover dog mother for nearly 30 years Starting with Max, our Chesapeake, then Otis, our Boxer and onto Lucy and Theo who has been our much loved companion for the past 14 years, I live and breathe dogs (literally).
Sara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Kate H.


Chicago, IL

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Reiki Master/ Pet Sitter

As an animal reiki practitioner, and medium, I appreciate and understand animals in a beautiful way. Their souls deserve to be loved and cared for, as we care for one another. I am an attentive and loving care taker with experience training dogs, working side by side with those who bread large breed dogs, as well as have...
Kate can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Aimee S.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

I love animals, I've always had a dog growing up and was her main caretaker. I have experience dog-sitting and dog-walking, not so much training however I always follow owners instructions if there is a current training plan!
Aimee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Caytie B.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I recently graduated Karen Pryor Academy Professional Dog Trainers course. I'm working on starting my own service dog training business. In the meantime I'm dog walking, sitting, and training. I have a passion for animals and hope to find more to help! I also have experience with teeth cleaning, bathing and grooming. *Animal...
Caytie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
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Tatyana B.


Chicago, IL

$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! I am a college student who loves animals. I often take care of a few dogs at a time and am totally comfortable caring for 1-4 dogs at a time. I love all kinds of dogs and have a soft spot for puppies. I can also care for other animals such as cats or really anything else if I have the typical schedule usually implemented!...
Tatyana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've owned a couple of dogs in my childhood but my baby Honey is my first dog I've owned in adulthood from 7 weeks old to a whopping 2 years and 8 months already! Time has flew by! She has definitely changed my perspective on digs over the years and has officially made me a dog person. Taking care of her was new and sometimes...
Heaven can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Anna G.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter And Trainer

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent college graduate, looking to walk, train, or take care of your pet! I have over 10 years of experience, as I started my own dog walking and pet sitting business when I was only 12. I have owned cats, pit bulls, reptiles, and fish, so I have tons of experience and would be happy to provide it! I have experience in...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

I've taken care of and owned animals my whole life. I've house sat and pet sat for many people. Growing up I volunteered at dog agility trials, helping to train and care for the dogs.
Isabel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Bernadette C.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Growing up with 2 dogs and another one that joined our family later on, I definitely have a heart for pets! I have trained my dogs on my own. This has provided me with hands on experience on how to take proper care of dogs of different breeds.
Bernadette can also help with: Pet sitting

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