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Kaylee T.
Chicago, IL
$17/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: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
Donna Y.
Evergreen Park, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have always been an animal lover, and I became a cat mom eight years ago. Currently, I live with four cats, and our family dog was with us for 13. 5 years. I've done dog sitting for a couple of families over the years. These included two senior dogs and one young dog. Those dogs stayed in yards only, so I don't have a lot of...
Donna can also help with: Pet sitting
I've grown up with dogs and cats all my life. I currently have two dogs, a chocolate lab and Australian cattle mix. I'm comfortable with all animals.
Jackie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation
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 walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
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
Katelyn H.
Midlothian, IL
$20-50/hr
I have 2 cats myself. I love dogs as well. I'm very active and love to take dogs for a walk or play with cats!
Katelyn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Krystyna K.
Palos Hills, IL
$22-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Krystyna and I was a nanny and provided pet care for 15 years. The family I worked had 3 dogs. I was responsible for feeding, walking and giving medication. In addition, I am a pet owner.
Krystyna can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Edith R.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I currently have a very active Germen Shepard female and love dogs and other animals. I have watched various house pets over the years. I can groom, walk, feed or anything else. Let me know if you have any questions!
Edith can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, boarding, pet sitting, dog training & more
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: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I have 2 dogs, and I love animals. I walk dogs frequently and have dog sat many times before for neighboring families.
Reagan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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
Yairaliz S.
Burbank, IL
$15-20/hr
I currently have 3 dogs of my own and have had dogs all my life! I do the most for my dogs including walking them, taking them to get groomed, shopping for them, even taking them on little hikes!
Yairaliz can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring and trustworthy.
I like working with animals because I grew up with dogs and they are like family members.
I'm looking for a job that help dogs get outside and have some fun.
I started working with animals when we had our own dogs and pet sitting for our neighbor.
In my spare...
Thomas can also help with: Pet sitting
I provide home care services for clients in their home. I have over 25years experience in this field. I am a caring person that loves to help people that are in need. I enjoy what I do and love to help when it is needed
Avery R.
Tinley Park, IL
$14-19/hr
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
Nadia V.
Justice, IL
$15-20/hr
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
I used to care for Rottweilers for over 4 years! I would walk them and feed them and entertain their day and also sleep over with them at times when owner was on long leave.
Edgar can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Carol C.
La Grange, IL
$15-25/hr
I am a part-time graduate students. I love all animals but currently don't have any pets. I have experience taking care of dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish, and do a variety of tasks such as walking, grooming, and feeding.
Carol can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
I have loved animals, but especially dogs, as long as I can remember. Every time I am walking and I see a dog, I ALWAYS ask if I can pet them. I grew up with dogs, big and small, and I am very comfortable around them. Between me and my seven siblings, we have 10 dogs all together and I love every single one of them!!
Shae can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Palos Heights, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Palos Heights, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Palos Heights, IL will cost you an average of $16.25 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 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 Palos Heights, IL?
Care.com has 4 dog walkers offering services in Palos Heights, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Palos Heights 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 Palos Heights to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
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How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Palos Heights, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 4 dog walkers near you in Palos Heights, 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.