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5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of 4 boys and I have 2 amazing cats. They are my life. I love animals even the wild ones and especially squirrels. I grew up having a Doberman pincher. He really was just the sweetest thing. I'm not intimidated by big dogs. I love my job taking care of animals. I have patients and compassion for animals. I'm not...
Renee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding & more
5.0
"Renee has pet sat with our dog and cat numerous times. She is very good with the animals and is dependable."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dejah and I am a senior studying biology and women's and gender studies at Concordia University Chicago in River Forest, IL. I love dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes, and ages as well as, birds, fish, etc. I can do in-home, overnight , walking, playing, feeding, and of course cuddling. I have a super...
Dejah can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Holly H.
Western Springs, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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 sitting, pet walking
Teresa M.
Oak Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As an animal lover, providing pet care is fulfilling and energizing. I love engaging and being active with dogs and cats through play, grooming, petting, and walks. For eight years my family and I have enjoyed fostering dogs from the Oak Park Animal Care League. This includes dogs with physical disabilities and or behavioral...
Teresa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Kimberly A.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I can provide animal care for you when needed. I love to exercise, so walks are a plus. I'm a stay at home mom with a flexible schedule.
Kimberly can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Amari relatively new to the pet sitting game but eager to acquire more experience and learn more. I am currently a student at Benedictine University in Lisle Illinois. I run track here as well. I am a Lifeguard and student athletic trainer. Ive been a lifeguard for 2 years this is my first year as a student...
Amari can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Amari is a wonderful young man. The dogs took to him right away, and he did a fantastic job helping us out on a very busy day."
Dolores K.
5.0
(8)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! For all the dogs out there; woof!
My name is Tracy and I am a dog-loving writer who works from home full-time. My assistant is my senior dog, Wrigley. He is a Australian Shepherd/Pointer mutt who loves to chill and go on long walks. He enjoys other dogs and humans very much. My dog is an all-around chill dude who...
Tracy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone else. I am BEYOND grateful I have found Tracy because I feel confident in her care-giving abilities, her judgement, and how...
Anna B.
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: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance & 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 "
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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: Kitchen cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Samantha, I am a veterinary technician and an avid animal lover! I have experience with pets of all shapes and sizes. I am very comfortable with all aspects of care, including feeding, walking, cleaning, and medication administration. Please reach out to discuss further!
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Samantha was wonderful. She constantly sent messages letting me now how my cat was doing and even emailed me pictures as well. Samantha was very professional and responsive from the beginning. My mind was at ease the entire time I was away knowing that Samantha...
Marne D.
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
"I can't say enough good things about Bridget. She is extremely dependable, punctual and gracious. She has watched our son from 8-5pm on Monday-Friday when he was 6 months of age until 14 months of age, a total of 10 months. She is very attentive, plays music and...
Kelly M.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She has a strong work ethic and is always reliable. She even tended my garden for weeks on end last year while I was away due to a family emergency. Any human, pet or plant...
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Hi! I am currently a therapist who is looking to make some extra cash! I take my great pyrenees walking everyday and so I have experience with taking care of larger dogs! I am happy to help with dog sitting, dog walking or even taking your dog to a dog park!
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
My name is Michelle and I've been boarding dogs, walking and doing in home visits for years. The dogs have a huge backyard to run around in. My house is spacious where they won't feel to crowded. They are fed separately to ensure no fights or prevent any aggressiveness towards eachother. Dog walking, I will walk your dog no...
Michelle can also help with: Boarding
Meghan F.
Glen Ellyn, IL
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Meghan and I've been doing dog/pet sitting for the last 3 years around my neighborhood. I've done overnights as well as dog walking and taking care of the pets. Shoot me a message if you have any questions! Thank you!
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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 walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Fezile M.
Chicago, IL
$21-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love dogs, walking and playing with them are my favorite activities. I grew up breeding dogs with my family and took a break for many years and later on moved to pet sitting.
Fezile can also help with: Pet walking
Sephora T.
Park Ridge, IL
$15-20/hr
I love animals and getting to know them. I grew up with a lot of pets. I grew up having a cat, a bearded dragon, and two birds. I also have a lot of experience dog walking.
Sephora can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
I have walked dogs and cared for dogs for a long time and absolutely love walking them! I would be more than happy to work around your needs and your dogs needs whenever possible for you and your doggy to be comfortable and happy! I love taking dogs on long walks if they are able and love spending time with them afterwards!
Gabriela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Elmhurst, IL
Renee N.
5.0
Renee has been such a blessing to us. Our dog, Winnie, was not treated well at her last home and has a lot of reactive behaviors and is very nervous around new people. We knew that she needed a consistent person for when we go on vacations, and we wanted someone to be able to walk her while we are...
- Care member
Amari S.
5.0
Amari is a wonderful young man. The dogs took to him right away, and he did a fantastic job helping us out on a very busy day.
- Dolores K.
Rebecca V.
5.0
Becca was so thorough and wonderful with my kitty. She gave detailed reports and pics while we were gone. We felt completely at ease knowing that our cat was being loved and cared for by someone trustworthy. Would highly recommend and intend to use her in the future!
- Care member
Tracy N.
5.0
I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone else. I am BEYOND grateful I have found Tracy because I feel confident in her care-giving abilities, her judgement, and how communicative she is. I would...
- Anna B.
Elsie M.
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
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Elmhurst, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Elmhurst, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Elmhurst, IL will cost you an average of $17.07 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 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 Elmhurst, IL?
Care.com has 15 dog walkers offering services in Elmhurst, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, IL?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 15 dog walkers near you in Elmhurst, 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.