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60 dog walkers are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(1)
I've taken care of dogs including overnight stays, dog-walking, feeding, etc. I love pets and would happy to help you take care of yours!
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"I used Sarah in the past to house-sit and watch my four dogs on multiple occasions. She was excellent! She took great care of my pups (feeding, cleaning, playing), and she great with the light housework I had asked her to do (sweeping, laundry, dishes, dusting,...
Shannon C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 29 years old, I've had dogs my whole life. I currently have a teddy bear pup name grizzly. He is my pride and joy! never even been away from him for more than 5 hours because I just miss him too much!(yes that is true!) Being around dogs make you feel a special kind of love. All they want to do is to make us happy and I...
Julie can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Christopher F.
Wheeling, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Christopher and I am a current student at the University seeking a degree in education. I have been working with dogs for close to five years now doing dog sitting as well as dog walking. Additionally, I have a senior dog at home with multiple health conditions who I care for. Im happy to help with walking,...
Christopher can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Christopher was a great caretaker of my dog. He made sure she was fully fed on time and taken care of, and managed to give her breaks to go outside. I would definitely hire Christopher again to watch my dog!"
Care member
Yuleima B.
Prospect Heights, IL
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
If you are looking for a pet sitter I can definitely help.
I Can provide boarding, I have a big fenced back yard and plenty of space to play. I do not have any pets. I go for a walk every day so if you are looking for an active sitter to take your dog on walks I can help.
I have experience with cats and dogs.
Fully...
Yuleima can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
I'm an animal advocate and involved in animal rescue. I have experience walking, feeding, giving medication, bathing, light grooming, playing and of course loving on dogs!
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am recently the proud owner of a Hungarian Vizsla and have learned so much about pet care. I can help with basic pet care needs as well as dog walking, pet sitting and boarding. Pets mean so much to me and I would love to care for your special companion with the same love I care for my own pet.
I can also help with your meal...
Michael can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
"Michael is great with my Miniature Poodle. He has been walking my dog regularly and couldn't be happier. He's very dependable and punctual."
Maja L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
Personal Background: I am a wife and mom to two college daughters. I was a paralegal for over 10 years, where I acquired intense organizational skills. I live in Arlington Heights and am a parishioner at the Catholic church. I AM HERE TO WORK FOR YOU!!
Goals: To make your home run smoothly so you can enjoy the things...
Karen can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization
5.0
"Hello,
I am writing this review for Karen. She organized my home in 201829-19. She went through my son's and daughter's clothes and packed away clothes no longer fitting them. Then she straightened all the drawers in his room as well as my husband's and my...
Amanda F.
Gail F.
Morton Grove, IL
$20-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As well as babysitting and nannying, I have taken care for many cats and (mostly) dogs. I have experience going to the person's home to hang out with the pet, feed them and give them water, take them on walks, and play outside in accessible. I love to send pictures to the owners of the pets to show them they are having a fun...
Gail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
I have taken care of all animals, regardless of size, around my neighborhood that I grew up in since I was 8 years old. I have a passion for animal welfare and have volunteered at Orphans of The Storm in Riverwoods since I was a child. I have walked, fed, and bathed dogs of all sizes and other household pets as well.
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Katie loves all types of animals ! She is very gentle and affectionate with them. She likes to get to know their personality and preferences so they can have the best experience !"
Pam P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am the proud mother of grown triplet daughters who have given me three grandchildren. I have been the nanny to them all and another family of three. When they went to preschool I joined them as their teacher for 2 years. I am currently a nanny for two children who are off to school. Clearly a passion for child care! I...
Jocelyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We have had the pleasure of working with Jocelyn over the past year as she has helped take care of our two young girls. Her creativity and enthusiasm is something we all look forward to every morning. She takes the girls to classes at the library, walks around...
Jenna L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent college graduate who has been pet sitting through Care for the last four years. I enjoy keeping busy and helping people (and animals) out in any way that I can. I have been an animal lover my entire life and believe that their happiness equates to my own.
My experience working with animals includes volunteering at...
Vanessa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Vanessa did a great job pet sitting for our 18 year old cat while we were on vacation. She complied with all our requests, kept us updated and was very easy to work with. She exceeded our expectations and we look forward to having her pet sit for us in the future!"
Elaine C.
Jonie M.
Wood Dale, IL
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Dog Walker, Aquarium/plant Sitter.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I often babysit my now 4-year-old and 6-year-old nephews, as well as my husband's sister's 5 children ages 6-13, I have many years of experience as an assistant/caregiver to elderly suffering from memory loss, also I have managed retail stores over the past 15 years. I come with a clean criminal and DMV record, college Bachelor...
Jonie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Great care given to our son while we went out for the night. Appreciate the ability to work with us in a last minute scenario!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for checking out my profile!
My name is Eva ! I'm mature and energetic mother of five! My children are grown! I love reading, going on walks, going to playgrounds and playing games. I am trustworthy, reliable, loving and very patient! I would keep your child/children safe, happy and healthy! I have regular flu shot...
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Eva was with us for about 5 months and was watching my son when he was about 11 months old. She was absolutely wonderful in taking care of him and we completely trusted her with his care. She was very engaging, caring, played extremely well with him and even helped...
Indira G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
- Currently nannying FT
I started babysitting in my teens. I babysat neighborhood kids and family. Now at the age of 30 I have been a nanny in the Chicagoland suburbs for over 7 years, as well as a occasional and weekend babysitter for 9 years. Most of my experience has been with babies, toddlers, and early school age kids. I...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Bridget watches my son occasionally for date nights and random outings! We love her she's great and reliable."
Kathleen C.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Hager. I'd like to start of by saying I love and adore kids! A little bit about me: I'm a responsible, trustworthy, patient & dependable babysitter. I have a lot of energy. On my spare time I like to go on long runs, read & play bard games Background: I have 7 years' experience in babysitting. I also have worked...
Hager can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"We hired Hager to watch our two little Saturday and Sunday mornings - she was great, very engaging, and the kids liked her a lot. We had her scheduled for a Sunday night for a Ravinia concert and had been texting all day to confirm timing, etc., up until about an...
Nicole P.
5.0
(1)
Hello. My name is Elsie A little bit about myself, I and I am mom 3 kids but I like to help others I offer reasonable prices and reliable service. Cleaning and care senior citizen helper (once or repeatedly)
Organizing
Personal shopper/groceries/other cleaning
wash dishes
walk your dog Take garbage out on garbage day...
Elsie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Is a very responsible person always be on time take care about my person very good always smile and very positive attitude "
Care member
Zainab D.
Evanston, IL
$15-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Love animals and have experience taking care of animals from volunteer at per centers and dog walking gigs!
Zainab can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have been a dog sitter for almost two years helping teachers and friends with their fury friends while they are on vacation or out of town. I do dog walking services for dogs. I am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets.
Sydney F.
Wilmette, IL
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi I'm Sydney! I'm looking for a regular dog walking job and I can wait to meet your dog!
I grew up in Wilmette, graduated from New Trier and then American University. After that I lived in southern Africa in the Peace Corps. There I had the most amazing dog, Sabina, and her litter of puppies!
Now I live in Wilmette with my...
Sydney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I am currently back in school to learn Sign Language after studying personality and birth order for years. I currently have 2 dogs and love the outdoors. I enjoy long dog walks and taking care of your furry family members. I have a pretty flexible schedule and would love to meet with you.
Whitney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Des Plaines, IL
Sarah D.
5.0
I used Sarah in the past to house-sit and watch my four dogs on multiple occasions. She was excellent! She took great care of my pups (feeding, cleaning, playing), and she great with the light housework I had asked her to do (sweeping, laundry, dishes, dusting, etc.) She went above and beyond....
- Shannon C.
Christopher F.
5.0
Christopher was a great caretaker of my dog. He made sure she was fully fed on time and taken care of, and managed to give her breaks to go outside. I would definitely hire Christopher again to watch my dog!
- Care member
Michael N.
5.0
Michael is great with my Miniature Poodle. He has been walking my dog regularly and couldn't be happier. He's very dependable and punctual.
- Maja L.
Karen D.
5.0
Hello,
I am writing this review for Karen. She organized my home in 201829-19. She went through my son's and daughter's clothes and packed away clothes no longer fitting them. Then she straightened all the drawers in his room as well as my husband's and my room. I asked her to do the same with...
- Amanda F.
Katie D.
5.0
Katie has a kindheart and deep love of animals that make her an ideal caregiver for pets. She is knowledgeable about a variety of animal breeds and seems to pick up on a pet's specific needs quickly. Her experience and compassion for senior dogs is especially valuable. She enjoys spending time with...
- Sheila M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Des Plaines, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Des Plaines, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Des Plaines, IL will cost you an average of $17.11 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of February 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Des Plaines, IL?
Care.com has 18 dog walkers offering services in Des Plaines, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Des Plaines or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Des Plaines to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Des Plaines, IL worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Des Plaines, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Des Plaines, IL?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Des Plaines, IL, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Des Plaines, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 18 dog walkers near you in Des Plaines, IL that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.
Ratings for Des Plaines, IL dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Walkers in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.