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I can help with Pet Walking. I love animals so much. I love taking my dogs on long walks and enjoying being outside.
Madelyn can also help with: Pet walking
I do all animal vacation care and weekday walking and feeding in the Geneva and Elburn, IL area. Boarding for specific animals considered.
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
I have been dog sitting for the past two years. I have experience with dog walking and training.
Madison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched, walked, and boarded many dogs during my life. I would love the opportunity to either walk your dog/dogs, do a morning, lunchtime, and /or evening visit, or care for your dogs in my home or yours. I am happy to walk your dog as long as you would like him/her.
If you put your trust in me to take care of your dogs,...
Muriel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Muriel was a great walker for my dog. Spent lots of time with her, was punctual and friendly. Would definitely love to work with her again in the future!"
Erin D.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two labs of my own at home, and have had many pets throughout my life. I have experience taking care of cats, fish, and small and large dogs. I have loved animals my whole life, and love spending time playing, petting, walking, and snuggling.
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Taylor was with us for about 6 months and was truly great with our son. She found wonderful and educational ways to get him out of the house most days. He has some developmental delays due to spending a significant amount of time in hospitals, but Taylor was great...
Sam R.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As someone who has had two Maltese poodle mixes their whole life, I am a huge lover of dogs! I am experienced with bathing, feeding, and letting out dogs, and taking them out on walks. I would love to work with dogs of all shapes and sizes and I feel very comfortable working with and training dogs!
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Olivia has watched our dogs, housewatched and watered garden for years, she is fantastic!! She is so thorough, one time she watered our fake flowers because she wasn't sure (fake succulents in a pot of sand) 100% reliable!! Promise. Known her all her life. If there...
Debra S.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had pets in my house, I grow up with dogs, birds and hamster. I also lived an year with a cat. I love animals and I miss them in my daily life, so I'm looking for a part time job. I can do sitter in your own home, walk, feed, administrate medicine if you teach me and play with them.
Rafaela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Rafaela is fantastic! She's incredibly hardworking, friendly and flexible. She's helped with everything from tidying rooms and laundry to organizing and running all kinds of errands. And, our dog loves her. Rafaela is smart + has great taste. This is helpful...
Amanda T.
Taylor K.
Geneva, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Early Childhood Educator Looking For A Full Time Nanny Position
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Taylor!
I am a certified Early Childhood Education teacher in search of a full-time nannying position. I hold a current Early Childhood teaching license (birth to grade 3), a preschool special education endorsement, and an English as a second language endorsement. Additionally, I am certified in CPR, including for...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taylor was great with my 2 little girls (ages 1 and 4)! She made the trip from Dekalb to Geneva for us multiple times. She is very responsive when replying to messages as well! "
Amanda P.
5.0
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Hello!! My name is Hailey and I'm currently a sophomore in college at the University of Wisconsin. I am majoring in education and plan on teaching 3rd graders! I love children and pets so much and love to have fun and form a close bond with any kids or pets I help :) I'm looking for any families I can help during my school year...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Hailey is a very responsible and respectful person and loves to help people. Kids love her!"
Samantha C.
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking. I been looking for a dog walking. Job. This job will be working. With my school schedule
Noemi can also help with: Pet walking
I have experience in petsitting for 8 years. I started at 15, and to this day, I still take on pet sitting opportunities. I have assisted with dog walking, letting dogs out during the day, and overnight dog sitting! My family also fostered dogs for 10 years, so I have experience with various sizes and breeds!
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have 10 years experience caring for dogs, cats, and fish. Can provide sitting, walks, feeding, and light grooming.
Sharon can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Devin H.
Geneva, IL
$18-24/hr
Life long animal lover. I have had cats and dogs all my life. I enjoy going for walks and playing with animals. Big into enrichment activities with animals as well.
Devin can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
Ashton N.
North Aurora, IL
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Ever since I was a little girl, I loved animals. As a nanny for several families for 8 years, I've been able to not only love and interact with their children, but their furry children as well. I've house sat, walked dogs, popped in to do feeding, whatever your fur child needs, I can do it.
Ashton can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sofia G.
Aurora, IL
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Sofia. an animal lover with a passion for providing top-notch care for pets. With years of experience in pet sitting and dog walking, I understand the unique needs of each furry friend. I offer a range of services including daily walks, feeding, playtime, and basic grooming. Your pet's well-being and happiness are...
Sofia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
I am also available to take care of pets. I have been a dog mom for 15 years now. Will gladly walk, play, watch etc. a variety of pets.
Katherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Nicole, and I've been an animal enthusiast for as long as I can remember. I share my home with three large breed dogs and a cat-some of whom I've adopted and others I've rescued. Being around animals brings me immense joy and helps alleviate my anxiety. My experience as a medical assistant in a veterinary clinic has...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Margaret P.
Batavia, IL
$14-19/hr
I have experience with cats and dogs. I have given cats oral medications. I have limited experience with reactive dogs but have given one walks and understand they require extra space. I have given dogs baths before and brushed coats.
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello families, my name is Marian and I'm a babysitter/petsitter who loves animals and babies.
I been taking care of animals since I was 15 so I have 9 years of experience with them but 6 years of paid experience.
I have a cat, his name is Gaston.
I also have a dog and her name is Queta.
Always happy to help with your animals...
Marian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lisa L.
Batavia, IL
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide animal sitting in your home, as well as walking. I have dog and cat sat in the past for people in my neighborhood. Personally, I have two dogs right now but have had many pets in the past such as, hamsters, guinea pig, rats and a gecko. I love all different types of animals.
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Elburn, IL
Muriel C.
5.0
Muriel was a great walker for my dog. Spent lots of time with her, was punctual and friendly. Would definitely love to work with her again in the future!
- Erin D.
Taylor K.
5.0
Taylor was with us for about 6 months and was truly great with our son. She found wonderful and educational ways to get him out of the house most days. He has some developmental delays due to spending a significant amount of time in hospitals, but Taylor was great at moving him toward milestones....
- Sam R.
Olivia W.
5.0
She is 100% reliable. Terrific with dogs, kids, responsible for housewatch, garden maintenance. She is so thorough she watered my fake cacti potted in sand because she didn't want to take any chances! Intelligent and caring. You won't be sorry.
- Debra S.
Rafaela D.
5.0
Rafaela is fantastic! She's incredibly hardworking, friendly and flexible. She's helped with everything from tidying rooms and laundry to organizing and running all kinds of errands. And, our dog loves her. Rafaela is smart + has great taste. This is helpful because when I give here a vague shopping...
- Amanda T.
Taylor K.
5.0
Trustworthy. Educator. Loving. Energetic. Hands on. Extremely smart and is always two steps ahead. Taylor is absolutely amazing in every way. We trust her with our twins and one of our twins has autism and can be hard! and she is absolutely amazing with her. The way my girls light up when they see...
- Kelly M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Elburn, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Elburn, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Elburn, IL will cost you an average of $14.33 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 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 Elburn, IL?
Care.com has 3 dog walkers offering services in Elburn, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Elburn 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 Elburn to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Elburn, 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 Elburn, 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 Elburn, IL?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Elburn, 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 Elburn, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 3 dog walkers near you in Elburn, 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.