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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
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
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
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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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
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'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: Pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Tamia M.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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.
Tamia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I provide pet sitting in your home, or mine. I am experienced with almost all pets, and am a huge animal lover. I recently lost my puppy and cat to cancer, so I am experienced with helping sick animals. I would love to help out!
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
Aditi A.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am an animal lover! Aside from owning my own wonderful, high-energy Portuguese Water Dog, I have watched dogs, cats, and other animals in the past. I can provide pet sitting in your own home. I can also perform light grooming and baths if needed!
Natalie A.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr
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.
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Yasmine R.
Chicago, IL
$13-18/hr
I provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I have a cat of my own and I have great experience caring for dogs as well. I love pets of all breeds and sizes and can perform baths or light grooming if needed.
Yasmine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
I am an avid pet lover who has petsat for my friends' dogs and cats many times. My family has three beautiful parakeets. I provide petsitting services in-home, with flexible hours and even overnight, if needed. Can't wait to chat and meet your pets!
Hello, I am Caroline, I am 19 years old and am currently a college student at Columbia College Chicago. My school schedule is relatively open more on the later afternoon side but I am available during the weekends. I am very experienced in babysitting and have pet sit for many pets in my neighborhood back at home, mainly dogs...
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog or cat sitting in your home or mine. I currently have my own kitten and have had dogs in the past. I have dog sat for different families in the past and will provide references if needed. I love animals of all sizes and can will also provide baths or light grooming.
Jataeva can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Tabitha K.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I worked in a grooming salon and cared for multiple animals at once. I've also pet sitting multiple times for friends and family. I currently have a dog, cat, gecko, and hamster in my home so I'm not afraid of any type of pet! Being in a grooming salon I learned a lot about patience and boundaries with animals. I aim to...
Tabitha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Riley T.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home and provide dog walking. I have dog sat for the same family two summers in a row for a month and then dog sat for another family 3 times for a long weekend. I have a Bernese mountain dog and a German shepherd at home so I am good with dogs of all sizes. I can perform baths, giving medicine...
Riley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sarah M.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting in your home. I have had plenty of experience dog sitting from overnight stays to week long jobs. I am a dog owner and trainer myself. In addition I am a dog walker in Chicago. My dog, Chumley, has won first place three times in competitions. I have also helped train other dogs. I love dogs of all...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training
I provide dog, cat, and animal care in the comfort of your home! I am an experienced pet care provider, and have worked with animals since I was a child. I can provide excellent references, and love every animal I get to spend time with!
Catherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
My name is Bria, I'm very passionate about animals and have a dog and cat at home! I'm the first person any of my friends will call if they need a pet walker/sitter. I will give your animals all of the love and attention they need and more! I'm very tidy, organized, and responsible so I will always leave your home in a better...
Bria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have three dogs and a cat at home and I am looking to help out some animals while I am at school at Santa Clara University.
My schedule is flexible and I pride myself in genuinely loving every animal! I have grown up with dogs and cats my whole life. I have experience working on a farm as well as professional dog sitting and...
Saoirse can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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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.