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60 dog walkers are listed in Oak Forest, IL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years

Dog walkers in Oak Forest, IL

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Lisa A.


Oak Forest, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I provide home visits for your sweet critters while you are away. I also provide daily walks for working pet parents. I received excellent experience as a volunteer with PAWS in Tinley Park, a volunteer-run animal shelter taking in cats and dogs. My passion is to provide the very best care for your pet when you cannot be there....
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:

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.

Hi! I'm Hadeel, and I'm passionate about providing top-notch care for your animals. While I may not have formal experience in pet care, I have a deep love for animals and a strong commitment to ensuring their well-being and happiness. I'm responsible, attentive, and enthusiastic about spending time with pets, whether it's for...
Hadeel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Catarina H.


Oak Forest, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Catarina H From Oak Forest

Hello! My name is Catarina and I absolutely love animals. I have 2 cats and a dog that are my life and I know how much your animals mean to you. My current dog does have special needs so I am use to giving medication on a regular schedule as well as long walks. Personally, I have very outgoing and relaxed but also organized and...
Catarina can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and responsible. In my spare time, I like to train my dogs and hangout with family and friends I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of life. I am very responsible, reliable, caring, and I love to get any job done. I also do enjoy long walks so I'll...
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Caroline C.


Tinley Park, IL

$14-18/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Pet-sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I previously did pet sitting on care. com a few years ago, going back into this, on a part-time basis. until I can find full-time work care-giving. I have had pets my whole life, currently have 2 cats, and a fish, and dog walk on occasion. I am vegan , so true lover of all animals.
Caroline can also help with: Administration of medicine
5.0
"Caroline took good care of my cats when I was out of town. Reliable and would hire again."

Paul K.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ariana and I am 28 years old. I am currently an academic advisor and I have a Masters degree. I have various experience ranging within the fields of administration, nonprofit, education, retail, etc. I have two dogs, a French Mastiff named Gru and a Pug mix named Buddy. During my spare time, I enjoy spending...
Ariana can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us with pet care and keeping up with our home (cleaning, errands, organization, etc.) and does an unbelievable...

Kaitlin A.

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Kristina S.


Palos Hills, IL

$20-25/hr10 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: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, 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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Willa H.


Thornton, IL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Willa. I come with plenty of experience with pets. I have worked at the South Suburban Pet shelter volunteering my time walking and comforting those fur babies in need. I have been foster mom for many litters of kittens. I have had a large Nordic pup and now my chihuahua Wally. I also have my puss Lee. I have...
Willa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, dog training
5.0
"Willa has a great deal of knowledge with working with animals."

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Samantha S.


Orland Park, IL

$10-15/hr3 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 sitting, pet walking
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.

I have owned 2 dogs with my family. I also owned a cat in college. I have cat sit for many people and have dog walked for a lot of people. I love animals and know how to take care of them very well!
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Patricia M.


Burbank, IL

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Care

Hi folks! I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have experience with dog walking/sitting my neighbors' dogs when they go out of town and help out when they are away at work for long-extended hours. I started a couple months ago, continue to love it and want to expand my experience as a side hustle :)
Patricia can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Courtney! I'm 20 years old and a professional Nanny. I am looking for extra money thru dog walking to doing sitting! I have 5 years experience. My mom also owns her own dog grooming business! Iv been around animals my whole life!
Courtney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Sarah Z.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

Lover Of Animals

Hi my name is Sarah! I absolutely love dogs and cats and have been around dogs since in was in preschool. I am have a dog of my own named Ruby whom I love so much! I am looking to pick up pet sitting and dog walking jobs around the neighborhood to hopefully earn some extra cash. I am currently a registered nurse working the...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Tyler S., and I've always had a special bond with dogs. Growing up, I've had the joy of sharing my life with three wonderful canine buddies, Nyla, Buddah and Kelly. Each of them taught me valuable lessons about love, responsibility, and the importance of companionship. I believe in making each dog's walk an...
Tyler can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Skills:

Bonded and insured

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Katelyn O.


Mokena, IL

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Kate! I'm a loving dog owner to a mini cockapoo named Nova. She is my world! I'm searching for opportunities to help other dog owners with dog walks/dog sitting. I'd love to speak with you further if you are interested!
Katelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I live in Tinley Park and love dogs! I cannot own one because I am gone most of the time. I am a Nanny for my first job and I am having trouble finding people that are available when I am! I thought dog walking or watching them might work out well for me. Sincerely, Janice
Janice can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am 19 years old and looking to dog walk and dog sit over the summer, as I am home from college. I have had dogs all my life and currently have 2 golden retrievers. I would love to care for your dog over this summer!
Avery can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Cassie O.


Orland Park, IL

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Dog Walker!

Hello everyone! My name is Cassie and I LOVE dogs! I have a Yorkie of my own and help out a lot with my mom's standard golden doodle. My mom and I walk her dog daily, usually twice a day. I would love to help out someone by walking their dog while my mom walks hers too! I am also open to coming and letting your loving dog out...
Cassie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Amy F.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr

Dependable Care

I provide dependable care for children, also I would love to walk dogs. I am looking for 20 hours a week during the summer. I have two grown children of my own.
Amy can also help with: Pet walking

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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Oak Forest, 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.

Caroline C.

5.0

Caroline took good care of my cats when I was out of town. Reliable and would hire again.

- Paul K.

Ariana H.

5.0

Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us with pet care and keeping up with our home (cleaning, errands, organization, etc.) and does an unbelievable job. She is wonderful with...

- Kaitlin A.

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

Willa H.

5.0

Willa has a great deal of knowledge with working with animals.

- Care member

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Dog Walkers in Oak Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.