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Find home pet sitting in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
199 home pet sitting are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Chicago, IL
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.
Hello! I provide pet sitting services at your home. Can do overnights and general drop-ins during weekends. I have owned many pets in the past (three dogs, fish, rabbit, and two geckos) so I have experience in pet caring in that area and I have volunteered as various shelters. I love animals.
Marshall can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
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
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
Bailey B.
Chicago, IL
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with animals when I was in college primarily. I was a dog/guinea pig/cat sitter and house sitter for a professor of mine, as well as a cat sitter for a local politician in my college town. I have been taking care of my older sibling's animals since I was around 15, though I was not paid!
I like working with...
Bailey can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation
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
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: Boarding, pet walking, 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
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 walking, pet transportation, 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
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 transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
I'm a professional cat sitter and Aspca foster cat mom from New York. I love cats. I have experience with everything from neonatal kittens to elder cats. I can give injections and pills when needed. I will treat your fur baby like my own. I can board them in my home. I believe in play time and cuddles. Your baby will never feel...
Paige can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken care of 2 dogs in my time in Chicago, and I had 3 dogs in Colombia before coming to the USA. I give them food, go to the park most of the time for long walks to play with them and relax in the sun; when we get home I clean their paws so they are clean, then I put them to watch bluey while I do my homework, then sit...
Manuela can also help with: Pet walking
Hello! My name is Sarah and I love animals. I provide sitting in your own home and have pet sat in house of 10+ times for short and extended periods. I grew up with a lovely dog named Abby for 14 years. For the past 10 years I have pet sat various dogs and cats of different breads, sizes, and age. I have my own transportation so...
Sarah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi my name's Isabel and I'm currently a senior Honors student at university. I've grown up with pets my whole life including dogs, cats, horses, and fish. I'm definitely an animal lover and have two cats of my own. I have dog and pet sat in my hometown and often do it for my father who has two dogs. Thank you for checking out my...
Isabel can also help with: Pet sitting
I've taken care of dogs (large and small) for nearly 10 years. I'm a reliable dog sitter for friends, family, and neighbors to walk, feed, and care for your pets!
I'm currently working part-time, so I'll have plenty of time to play with your pups! I'm available for short or long walks every day of the week.
I will handle your...
Jordan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
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, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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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 $17.90 per hour as of March 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 199 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 111 reviews of the 199 listed home pet sitting.