Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Chicago, IL
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Find home pet sitting in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
197 home pet sitting are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Chicago, IL
I provide daytime or overnight pet sitting/walking in your own home. Currently, I am attending Boston College's Master of Social Work program. I have had pets (5 large dogs) my entire life and feel comfortable with the everyday pet-related tasks.
Lindsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. Also, can walk and feed them when needed.
As an animal reiki practitioner, and medium, I appreciate and understand animals in a beautiful way. Their souls deserve to be loved and cared for, as we care for one another.
I am an attentive and loving care taker with experience training dogs, working side by side with those who bread large breed dogs, as well as have...
Kate can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I love I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Liliana C.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I am a college student who loves taking taking care of pets and kids. I have experience both babysitting and pet sitting. I have a dog and two cats at home and I love to paint and swim!
Not in Chicago May 5- August 25
In Los Angeles May 8- August 1.
Liliana can also help with: Pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have previously done jobs for Pet Sitting service, including making house visits and over-nights. I have had many animals in my life, I especially love dogs of all sizes/ages.
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'd describe my personality as artsy, kind, and low-key. I'm a homebody, but I do love taking walks daily!
I like working with animals because they provide amazing company and comfort! I usually prefer spending time with animals to people. I grew up with tons of different pets in my household and have experience with all kinds...
Jessie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Abby S.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can provide cat, dog, and/or other animal sitting in your home! I have references available upon request and can absolutely perform baths and grooming!
Abby can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hello fur families! I have always had a keen sense for animal care and welfare. I'm 20 years old and a native of Chicago so I know my whereabouts pretty well. I've grown up with 4 dogs and more foster pets in and out over the years. I recently was able to be the beloved owner of a tabby cat, so I have experience with both cats...
Hailey C can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Donovan B.
Chicago, IL
$17-18/hr
I can provide pet sitting within your own home! I have two rescue dogs of my own and have always had a love for animals. My dogs are quite large, so size is also not a concern for me. I have my own transportation, and am flexible for the most part.
Donovan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had animals in my home since I could ever remember. I love to be around any type of animal, especially dogs and cats. As one of my first jobs I work for a veterinarian for almost 2 years, which I gained a lot of pet experience and knowledge. I also owned and operated at a dog walking and pet sitting company for several...
Christie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I provide animal sitting in your home. I am an experienced pet owner. I myself have taken care of dogs, cats, birds, rats, horses and fish. I currently work in a vet office as a vet tech assistant. I love animals of any kind and have a gentle way of handling them.
Sarah can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with both dogs and cats at my hometown's animal shelter. I love hanging out with, taking care of and walking dogs and cats.
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home or my home. I grew up with dogs and have two on my own now.
I can provide care of your dog(s) when you are out on vacation or is not available to take care of their dogs. I provide feeding and taking care of the dogs, brushing pets, taking dogs for walks, cleaning litter boxes; giving...
Ella can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking
Hi! I'm Marion. I am a recent college graduate from the DePaul University SOM, a professional musician, I love working with children and pets, and I am looking for more part time work! I have 8+ years of each babysitting and pet sitting experience, have been a lifeguard and student athletic trainer, and have been a long term...
Marion can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Danielle M.
Chicago, IL
$20-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I have dog and house sat over the past 4 years. I am more than happy to take care of pets other than dogs too, such as cats, bunnies, and other animals with little maintenance or after being directed on how to care for them. I can also house sit, take care of plants, retrieve mail,...
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kate M.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting, walking, boarding services from my own home located in the Streeterville area and am also willing to travel to dogs out of the comfort of their own home.
I have been a huge dog lover since I was a child. I grew up with two large dogs, spent 4 years volunteering at the Humane Society, and have 10+ years of...
Kate can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking
Faith C.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr
I love pets and grew up with several indoor/outdoor dogs and cats. I provide dog sitting in your home. I have experience with dogs of all ages and sizes and love playing/walking your pets. Can perform baths and light grooming as needed.
Faith can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Rocio, but I prefer to be called Julie. I have about three years of experience in dog sitting. I started by dog sitting for my family members and friends. Last September (2023), I applied for a dog walking position and was hired through a company called Urban Zoo. Those six months were the best of my life! I...
Rocio can also help with: Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as warm, earnest, and caring. I'm looking for a job where the client and I communicate well and build trust over time.
One thing you should know about me is that I have seen a lot and worked in many contexts: I have a broad set of experience caring for humans and cherished pets. I've been a...
Christine can also help with: Pet sitting
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Chicago
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Chicago, IL?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Chicago, IL will cost an average of $17.78 per hour as of February 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Chicago, IL?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Chicago, IL on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 197 in home pet sitters in Chicago, IL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
In home pet sitters in Chicago, IL can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Chicago, IL?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Chicago, IL, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Chicago, IL?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Chicago, IL. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.
Ratings for Chicago, IL home pet sitting listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Home Pet Sitting in Chicago, IL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 107 reviews of the 197 listed home pet sitting.