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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
Kathryn A.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Moved To Chicago In 2015. I Enjoy Eating Out With My Husband And Friends And Meeting New Dog BFFs!
Hi there! My name is Katie, and I am a self-described dog aficionado and in general just love animals. I can't resist the opportunity to make friends with every dog I meet. I have co-owned my rescue dog, Ivy, since December 2020 with my husband. I also grew up with a dogs. I genuinely love furry friends and I hope to get even...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as calm, loving, caring
I like working with animals because animals bring me so much joy! Spending time with them is like a little scape from the rush of daily life. They're always so genuine and full of love.
I'm available and happy to sit and walk your sweet dogs during weekends!
I started...
Anahita can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Taj M.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been dog sitting as a hobby ever since middle school for people in my neighborhood and as got older my love for animals evolved. I took biology classes throughout high school and now in college to understand everything about animals. Also in high school I volunteered at shelters as a way to support my community and show...
Taj can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
I provide dogs, cats sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love , cats, dogs of all sizes and ages. I am animal lover.
Jurate can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Hi! My name is Liana and I'm a recent college grad from the University of Pittsburgh. I have had dogs/cats for my whole life, and love to take care of them.
I have been pet-sitting for five+ years, and have experience in caring for dogs, cats, and fish. I'm available to provide pet-sitting in your own home, and would love to...
Liana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming
Juliana B.
Chicago, IL
$17-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am just a person who enjoys being around animals. Right now I live with different species at home but I love dogs and cats mostly. It's a passion I have. I have had pets for many years and I have being paid for sitting dogs and cats while their owners are away or running errands.
Juliana can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I have years of experience in dog care, from raising my family's dog through his senior years to dog-sitting professionally for four years. For the past two years, I've worked at a doggy daycare, handling dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages. I'm CPR-certified and experienced with puppies, senior dogs, administering medications,...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I am a college student from IU, and will be residing in Nashville in June. I have a love of animals and have grown up with dogs, cats, hamsters, and rabbits. I provide pet sitting in your home. I love animals and am open to providing them with what care they need.
Ashlynn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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.
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine
Hannah A.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am an experienced dog sitter who can provide services in your home. I am an animal fanatic, especially for dogs and cats!! :) I do not have animals at school, but I have 2 dogs and 2 cats at home that I love so much. I miss them so much, and hope to meet the animals in your life that you love as well. I have my own car, and...
Hannah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! Animal lover with a pet of my own! I am reliable, and flexible looking forward to offering my services to you. I provide dog sitting in your own home including walks, lite brushing, and some housekeeping if requested. I've been providing this service on and off for the last 5 years. I have been a client of several dogs,...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I have several years of experience as a paid pet and house-sitter. I just moved to Chicago and would love to work with some local pets! Whether you need a regular walker or a one-time vacation pet-sitter, I'd love to chat! I have lots of experience with cats and dogs (as well as two cats of my own) and grew up with cockatiels....
Lucia can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
Experience: Pet Sitting & Dog Walking
I have extensive experience providing pet sitting and dog walking services, including daily dog walks, weekend stays, and extended pet sitting for up to a week. During these stays, I've stayed in clients' homes or visited multiple times a day to ensure pets are well-cared for, fed,...
I've grown up with dogs and cats my entire life with varying personalities. I have experience with large Labradors in my own home, but regularly babysat for families with small to medium sizes dogs. I feel comfortable with any type of discipline and structure for the pet, as well as schedule and routines for meals, walks, play,...
Erin can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Shelby G.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have two golden retrievers back at home and I spent my junior and senior year of high school dog sitting for family and friends. Most of the time I would stay at their place while they were on vacation and feed and walk the dogs. I love dogs and its always nice to have some dog interaction as for I am not home and can't see...
Shelby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages! I provide dog sitting including walks, playing indoor and outdoors, clean-up and light grooming. I have five dogs and one cat at home and and am very responsible.
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have roughly 3 years of paid pet sitting experience: including overnights, walking, and stop-ins. I absolutely love animals and animals love me! I've also grown up with pets, both cats and dogs, and I have always been great at caring for them. I have three dogs back home in Minneapolis, but I am living in Lincoln Park for...
Jordan can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Kaylee G.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
With over six years of dedicated experience in pet sitting, I specialize in providing exceptional care primarily for dogs. My background includes handling a variety of breeds and temperaments, ensuring each pet receives personalized attention and care. My approach emphasizes understanding each dog's unique needs and routines,...
Kaylee can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, grooming
Althea H.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I love animals and have grown up with many pets all my life. I have experience in-home pet sitting, dog walking, and overnight pet sitting. I have cared for dogs, cats, and birds specifically and am very comfortable with both. I would be excited to help with any of your pet care needs!
Althea can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, 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.