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Nicole P.


Chicago Ridge, IL

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I love all animals and have owned pets throughout my whole life. Ive help with birthing 2 sets of 9 puppies along with rescuing kittens from a dumpster and bottle feeding them sround the clock. If you need help with walking, feeding or playing with your pets im your gal!
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Lisa A.


Oak Forest, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pet Caregiver

5.0

(5)

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I provide home visits for your sweet pets while you are away. I also provide daily walks. I do not board or stay overnight. I am insured and can provide references. I tailor my services to your needs. I received excellent experience as a volunteer with PAWS in Tinley Park, a volunteer-run animal shelter taking in cats and dogs....
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

5.0
"We hired Lisa twice this summer to care for our cats. She was amazing. She was punctual and very reliable. She took excellent care of my cats while we were gone. I think my cats even missed her when we came home. I will be hiring her again."

Alexandra S.

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Juliana L.


Brookfield, IL

$16-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Pet-loving Caregiver With A Friendly Husky, Ready To Provide Top-Notch Care!

I adore animals and have over 3 years of experience in pet sitting and dog walking. Recognizing the unique personality and preferences of each pet is crucial to me. I relish walks, whether it's a casual stroll or an adventurous hike. I am available to accommodate pets at my place, providing a comfortable and caring environment...
Juliana can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of entrusting Juliana with the care of my two beloved pets, Murphy and Peanut, while I was away on a trip. I can confidently say that Juliana's exceptional pet-sitting services exceeded all of my expectations, and I would wholeheartedly...

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Jennifer M.


Summit Argo, IL

$16-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

I m easy going understanding and multitalented in many avenues of working. I hold a perc card have security licenses . First Aid and AED Certified caregiver license working with many seniors with many Long term health issues. Enjoyed house sitting with animals for years , for traveling families. References upon request. Have...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Jennifer is awesome! She is so kind and loving and took great care of my dog while we were on vacation. And my dog loved her."

Deborah K.

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Elizabeth C.


Willow Springs, IL

$28-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Multitalented Family Assistant. My Passion Is To Care For Others!

I have experience caring for all ages. My favorite activities include getting creative: drawing/painting/crafts. ! Cooking is also a passion of mine - preparing food and serving nutritious snacks and meals. I also enjoy light cleaning and organizing, running errands and grocery shopping and being a chauffeur. I'm an animal...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lizzi has been with our family for over 2 years. She is wonderful with our kids, and very respectful. She is always on time and I trust her. As a bonus, she is an animal lover who is great with our dog :)"

Laura G.

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Kristina S.


Palos Hills, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pet Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love all animals, I have experience with bedridden after Spain surgery dog . I was training, massaging, walking, bathing, grooming , feeding . in 2008 I was finished Academy of dog grooming school. if you have interested please contact me, thank you
Kristina can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet. She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing :) Nice to find someone you can trust!"

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Samantha S.


Orland Park, IL

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience caring for pets. Currently I walk a German Shepard three times a week. I also help another family with their cats occasionally. Message me if interested
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We own a 100lb german shepherd who is not the easiest to handle and Samantha is very good with him. They became friends right away and he gets extremely excited to see her each week. Samantha is very good with him and we appreciate how caring she is. She gives us...

Nichlas K.

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Sammie H.


Brookfield, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Housekeeper For Hire!

4.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Sammie I have over 2 decades of housekeeping and project organization experience working with busy families, multi-generational family homes, retired professionals, and everything between. I am self motivated and detail oriented so I pay attention to the little things. My goal is to help create calmness in your home so...
Sammie can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
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Rebecca V.


La Grange, IL

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Great Sitter From An Animal Family

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My entire life, we have had multiple animals in our house. With my mother working at an animal hospital, we frequently would foster animals ranging from kittens, to ducks, to bunnies. I currently have just a cat. for awhile I had a senior center going at my house. As there's been lots of life changes, I love watching other...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Rebecca was very professional and wonderful watching after my kitty. Would definitely love to hire again."

Heather S.

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Holly H.


Western Springs, IL

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Holly and I recently graduated from Marquette University and am now living back home in Western Springs with my parents, brother, and two incredibly sweet dogs (Great Dane & Great Dane/Poodle mix). I have owned dogs my entire life and dog & cat sat for many families. My work schedule is a split shift which...
Holly can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Kelly R.


Berwyn, IL

$18-25/hr

Reliable, Friendly Pet Care

I love animals and want to help them and their people. I have years of experience with dogs, and would be more than happy to get to know your other pets. I am reliable, caring and flexible to work with your needs of dog walking and pet care.
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

I love animals and I've always taken care of my cats and dogs at home while my mom worked. I've also pet sat for other people in my neighborhood before and dog walked!
Nadia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
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Emma S.


Western Springs, IL

$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello, I am recent college graduate and new to Chicago. I love animals, and have been caring for them my whole life. I used to foster kitten and poultry. I gradually moved on to working with dogs also. I can help with pet sitting, dog walking, and transportation. Whatever you need for your furry friend!
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Erin L.


Evergreen Park, IL

$15-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

I Care About My Community And Helping All Members Including Fur Friends!

As a dog owner myself, I understand the importance of trusting your fur baby with someone who cares. I love walking and I love dogs so dog walking is a perfect fit! I am a reliable, friendly, and caring person who would be happy to spend time with your pup. I'd describe my personality as caring, fun loving, and hard working. I...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking
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Paige S.


Hickory Hills, IL

$15-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Animal Lover

I have animals of my own 2 cats and 3 dogs. I love all animals and just want them to be as happy as can be at all times. I walk my dogs as well as my friends, family, and neighbors dogs occasionally as they need it. I also pet sit for them as well. I take them on walks, feed them, play with them, hang out with them while I am...
Paige can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Katherine W.


Tinley Park, IL

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Need A Best Friend Walked?

I have had dogs my whole life so I know how important they are to you! If you need a walk just let me know..
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
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Kaylee T.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

Dog Lover, Big Or Small. Available To Do Daily Walks And All Animal Needs.

I have a Pomeranian mix and a Bernese Mountain dog, so I love dogs of all sizes. I bathe both dogs, feed them, take them outside, go on walks. I also have had to give them medicine needed from the vet before. I have loved animals ever since I can remember and would enjoy to be able to watch them.
Kaylee can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Anakaren M.


Justice, IL

$15-19/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Karen. I have a Bichon/poodle mix of my own named P. She is very friendly and well mannered. I have always watched/walked dogs for family members and friends. You can often hear to cancel plans to stay home with my dog. I love to exercise and find new enrichment activities (nose work, puzzles, etc.) for the dogs. My...
Anakaren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Dagmara W.


Riverside, IL

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have two dogs in my house and had dogs in the family since childhood. I love to walk my dogs and play with them. I make sure they are fed and well taken care of including bathing, vet visits and medication. I have experience providing care for elderly dogs as well as puppies. My experience is hands on with my own dogs, plus I...
Dagmara can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Stephanie F.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Dog Mom On Sabbatical

I have a 7-year-old pitty mix who I absolutely love. I have fostered dogs since I was 18 and have dog sat/house sat for many friends and family members throughout the year. I have also worked dog walking when I was in college. I'm on sabbatical this year writing my dissertation so looking for some fun distractions from writing...
Stephanie can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Chicago Ridge, IL

Lisa A.

5.0

Lisa is the go-to walker for our neighborhood! Her dedication and thoughtfulness are unmatched. Reliable: Takes her role very seriously. She has never once left me short-handed. You can trust Lisa to be there at her scheduled time, without question through rain, shine, sleet, or...

- Samantha G.

Juliana L.

5.0

I recently had the pleasure of entrusting Juliana with the care of my two beloved pets, Murphy and Peanut, while I was away on a trip. I can confidently say that Juliana's exceptional pet-sitting services exceeded all of my expectations, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of...

- Care member

Jennifer M.

5.0

Jennifer is awesome! She is so kind and loving and took great care of my dog while we were on vacation. And my dog loved her.

- Deborah K.

Elizabeth C.

5.0

Lizzi is a compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable individual that would be an asset to anyone's family!

- Cathy D.

Kristina S.

5.0

Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet. She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing :) Nice to find someone you can trust!

- Care member

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