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I am a 26-year-old hard working, fun, caring, friendly and organized person with a large car perfect for toting kids around to their various activities. I own a home in Plano that I share with my husband and 80 pound rescue lap dog. I enjoy taking walks, music and anything to do with animals. I currently work as a Veterinary...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for dogs since a very young age. I started dog walking and pet sitting at about 10 years old. I have experience with dogs of all ages and sizes. Throughout the years I've learned how to care for dogs with medical needs such as ear/eye drops, pills, medicated baths, etc. I understand the importance of...
Lily can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"Lily was great when we went out of the country on vacation for 10 days, caring for our 3 large dogs. She went above and beyond what was asked if her getting the mail playing with and walking the dogs, she even got our mail and gave the dogs there individual medical...
Suzanne S.
Mack M.
Naperville, IL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been doing dog walking/pet sitting for 8 years now. I love all different kinds of animals. I have dog sat and walked small to big dogs. I can do some basic training with dogs. I also pet sit all types of animals dogs, cats, birds(includes chickens), reptiles, etc. I have 5 pets of my own, 2 cats and 3 dogs. I don't do...
Mack can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"McKenzie walked and fed our two dogs while we were out of town. She was warm and sweet with them, we already are hoping to hire her again. Will confidently recommend her to my friends and neighbors. She works with dogs on a daily basis and is a pro!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
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
(2)
I am a full time high school teacher of over 25 years. I adopted 2 large dogs of my own and I have done multiple training classes through Lucky Dog Academy with them in Plainfield, IL. I am also currently volunteering at Anderson Animal Shelter in North Aurora walking dogs where I have a Fear Free certification. I love dogs of...
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We love Dawn! We are so lucky to have her in our lives. She watches our older female dog and couldn't be happier!"
Catherine M.
Amy L.
Joliet, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am 31 years old with a passion for helping others. I have a 13+ years experience of senior care/ companionship, babysitting, house work, dog sitting/walking, errands & odd and end jobs. I'm always on time & a quick responder. I try to work efficiently and safely. I try to cater to each different family's needs and work with...
Amy can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"She very committed to work and is passionate on helping families."
Melissa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love all kinds of animals, especially dogs. I have walked plenty of dogs and ensured they received the proper exercise as requested by their owners. I provide a happy environment and make sure the animals feel comfortable in their surroundings. I can also board animals at my house to make it more convenient.
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Olivia was very professional but warm and caring with my son. She attended to all the little details and even brought her bathing suit to swim in the pool. My son loved having her as his sitter."
Paige S.
Camille A.
Lockport, IL
$10-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a nearly 13-year-old loving 'puppy' that is the light of my life -- I fully intend to treat yours the same! I can come to your home to take pets on walks, feed, etc. I truly love animals!
Kara D.
Naperville, IL
$16-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Kara! I'm 20 and have done pet care for about 6 years now! I absolutely adore animals and have always had a passion to work with them! I have done pet sitting, dog walking and overnights. I have also worked with a wide variety of breeds and all ages!
I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours and days to work with...
5.0
"Kara has been our pup sitter for a year now and we absolutely love her! She's dependable and a great communicator. She also deals with our high energy black lab and he adores her! We would 10/10 recommend using Kara! :)"
Aracelli M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Dear families- I'm looking for a FULL-TIME nanny position! The kids pictured are kids I was a nanny for in the past + one pic of one preschool class.
I started out being a pre-school teacher for the 3's/4's classroom and then relieved the caregivers from the baby room so they could have a lunch break. I also interacted with the...
Debbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We have been privileged to employ Debbie P since October 2020. Debbie has been a reliable, fun, loving and hard-working full-time nanny for our two children since our youngest was only 3 months old. Deb has an incredible understanding of the needs and abilities of...
Megan M.
Ashley M.
Joliet, IL
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals! I enjoy taking them on walks, giving a bath, feeding, or watching. I have my fair share of experience with animals and I enjoy their company. I can provide animal sitting in your home and take them to the park to get fresh air. My number one job is to make sure that they're safe and well taken care of while you...
Ashley can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I am so happy we had the opportunity to have Ashley over to watch our new rescue dog! She came early to meet our shy dog so they could get comfortable together before we left. I felt so relieved when I met her and she took so much interest in making sure our pup...
Talia T.
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 grew up with a dog, and have previously worked for a family owned dog walking company in Naperville, IL. I am looking to help with drop in walks/feeding and do some occasional weekend walks & sitting as well.
Hello! As an experienced pet sitter, I provide dog walking and comprehensive care for your furry friends while you're away on vacation.
Joanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Braeden U.
Naperville, IL
$14/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Braeden. I am a college student at College of DuPage. I have an English cream golden retriever that I have been walking for three years. I would love to walk more dogs for fun . With college my schedule is very cramped to accept a dog walk sometimes.
I have over 10 years of animal care experience. I have worked with all sorts of animals including dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles and more. I offer dog walking and pet sitting services.
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Amanda L.
Montgomery, IL
$15-20/hr
I love dogs! I have grown up with dogs since I was a child. In high school I started dog sitting, and it continued on into college and after. I am available for dog walking or pet sitting! I am a 4th grade teacher.
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been dog sitting, house sitting, and dog walking officially for about 3 years! I have been around animals of all kinds my entire life, I grew up on a farm! Please feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or for my references. Thank you!
Alexis can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Katelyn M.
Naperville, IL
$15-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I had a family dog for 13 who I would walk everyday and play with. I also was an on-and-off dog sitter for two families, one of which I went to the house 3-4 times a day to play with the dogs and take them on walks, the other I'd stayed with the dogs for a week.
Katelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Yorkville, 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.
Lily Z.
5.0
Lily was great when we went out of the country on vacation for 10 days, caring for our 3 large dogs. She went above and beyond what was asked if her getting the mail playing with and walking the dogs, she even got our mail and gave the dogs there individual medical care that they needed.
She...
- Suzanne S.
Mack M.
5.0
Mack did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs. She is kind and patient and the pups are always happy to see her!
- Julia F.
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.
Dawn F.
5.0
We love Dawn! We are so lucky to have her in our lives. She watches our older female dog and couldn't be happier!
- Catherine M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Yorkville, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Yorkville, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Yorkville, IL will cost you an average of $14.88 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 Yorkville, IL?
Care.com has 8 dog walkers offering services in Yorkville, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Yorkville 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 Yorkville to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Yorkville, 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 Yorkville, 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 Yorkville, IL?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Yorkville, 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 Yorkville, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 8 dog walkers near you in Yorkville, 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.