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I have been around dogs my entire life... currently own 3 of varying breeds and sizes. I fostered dozens of puppies and dogs during my time in rescue, often pulling from kill shelters. I have socialized my fosters and prepared them for balanced lives in their forever homes. Exercising and training reinforcement is critical to...
Dina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Rachel P.
Oswego, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Lover Available For Occasional & Last Minute Needs For In-Home/Overnight Care
I have been a dog walker consistently for about 4 years. Often staying overnight on weekends and holidays to dog sit while the family was away for work or vacation. I have also house sat and pet sat (cats, dogs and small rodents) for many families while they are on vacations and periodically throughout the summer. I am a very...
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, grooming & more
Hi there, my name is Sami! I've lived with dogs my whole life, big and small - some of which include a Golden Retriever, a Yorkie, and a Maltese. My sister occasionally comes over with her Goldendoodle, and I love spending time with my aunt's Bernese Mountain Dogs when I can visit them. I've watched both my sister's and parents'...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Tina F.
Aurora, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Honest, Reliable, Quality Care For Pets - Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - As My Full-Time Business
5.0
(18)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...
Tina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Tina was a lifesaver for us. She walked our Doberman several days a week for close to a year. She cared for both of our dogs when we were out of town. She is very thorough and pays close attention to detail. We moved to Plano in November or we would still use her. "
Andrea H.
I provide dog sitting services both in my own home and the owner's. I am happy to take dogs on walks and care for cats or exotic animals. Can also perform light grooming.
Janelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Available to house-sit and/or dog-sit. Feed fish etc while your gone during the day, or traveling. I have two dogs and a cat myself. So I have over 40years experience.
Linda can also help with: Pet sitting
Juliette S.
Plainfield, IL
$15-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a pet lover and a stay at home mom looking to make an income during my daughters school hours. I own 2 dogs myself and dog sit for family members.
I'd describe my personality as fun, dependable, caring.
I like working with animals because animals don't judge people.
I'm looking for a job that provides income during my...
Emma P.
Aurora, IL
$14-25/hr
I can provide dog or cat sitting in your home or mine. I don't have any professional experience but I have always had cats and dogs. I currently have a 12yo cat and 1yo cat. I did have a dog for 8 years but my ex-husband got her in our divorce :(. I would love to to help you out with your pet weather it be dog walking or dog/cat...
Megan E.
Bolingbrook, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting & cat care in your own home. I've had dogs and cats my entire life, and absolutely love to meet new animals. I'm familiar with caring for large and small breed dogs as well as special needs animals. I'm also familiar with caring for dogs who have epilepsy as well as dementia in elderly pets.
Megan can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Emily O.
Naperville, IL
$15-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm great with dogs, I currently have two at home I care for. I also have two cats as well. I have plenty of experience with being a pet sitter. I have been pet sitting the same dog for over a year now. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages!
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Caitlin C.
Aurora, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always had animals, specifically dogs, in my life and house while growing up, and still do to this day! I currently have a White German Shepherd mix, but have had huskies, labs, and shepherds throughout my life. I will love your animals and treat them as if they are mine, so you never have to worry about them! I can...
Caitlin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I can provide dog sitting for your pets in your own home. I have had three family dogs and have experience pet-sitting for 2 years. I love any and all dogs!
I am a dog and cat parent but I love all animals and the outdoors. I've also been a caregiver at a home who had 4 dogs, 5 cats and a macaw. I've fed and helped clean after them all. I'm willing to go for walks, play outside, feed and clean up messes.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi! My name is Amber. I have 4 years experience as a nanny, 3 of those years I lived full time with the children starting at 1. 5yrs & 7 years old. I took a babysitting class at the Naperville park district. Duties for children are creative playtime, help with homework, rides to & from school or extracurricular activities,...
Amber can also help with: Dog training, boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation & more
Maria D.
Naperville, IL
$20-25/hr
I Will Be That Exceptional Company For Your Pet, Love And Bond With Animals Is My Greatest Virtue
As a pet sitter, I have a deep love and respect for animals that drives me to offer them exceptional care. My commitment to responsibility and reliability ensures that every pet under my care receives constant and affectionate attention. I enjoy establishing personal ties with animals, adapting to their routines and specific...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals! Not just mine, ALL animals! If I could care for all of the homeless animals in the world I would! Lucky for you I can't ;-) so here I am, available to care for your Loves. I have had both cats and dogs my entire life and I've been pet sitting since I was 12 years old. Whether it's feeding the neighbor's cat while...
Nenia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"We highly recommend Nenia as a nanny! She has been with our family for almost two years taking care of our son and will soon be taking care of our new infant as well. Our son lights up every time it’s a “Nenia day” as he knows he has a fun day in store! Nenia keeps...
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3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Katie and animals are a true passion of mine. For pet sitting/ dog walker, I am available all year round, 24/7, even on holidays. I offer boarding services as well as going to other people's homes to visit their pets. I am a non smoker.
Katherine can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, dog training & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week cruises or a quick weekend trip, often on short notice. In 7 years she has never ever been unavailable for us. This includes...
Saba H.
Ashley M.
Joliet, IL
$15-20/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: Pet transportation, boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I am very happy that I got to have Ashley be my cat sitter. She did GREAT given the short notice of the arrangement. She completely followed the plan that we made. On the last day so was so good about letting me know about things, it was a pleasant surprise....
Dean W.
5.0
(1)
I never had kids and am 43. I was wired to have kids as many in my life have told me, but the cards just didn't fall into place. With this void, I am looking to fulfill my needs which make so happy! I am ready to spread my contagious happiness with you and your family, including pets! I provide all types of help with your...
Jodine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
I m 24 years old and I have a huge passion for animals. I begged my parents for a dog ever since I could talk and would cry any time we would go into a pet store because I was always told no. years and a 55-slide PowerPoint presentation later I have 3 dogs (Lila, Stanley & Otis). Lila has gone through training to be my emotional...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Hannah was great with our two dogs. We felt at ease knowing she was taking good care of them while we were away. She gave them extra attention and gave us updates which was much appreciated. I highly recommend her services!"
Anne D.
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Oswego, IL
Tina F.
5.0
Tina helped us tremendously by agreeing two watch our two cats last minute. One of our cats is elderly and requires oral medication administration, which is not an easy task. By using her extensive knowledge of animals and their behaviors, she was able to get his medicine in everyday! I highly...
- Krystal S.
Nenia V.
5.0
Nenia has been our part-time nanny for the past 3 years and we highly recommend her. She is punctual, reliable, and amazing with young kids. She always comes to work with creative activities planned and is actively engaged with the kids at all times. We wish we could continue working with Nenia,...
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Katherine J.
5.0
Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week cruises or a quick weekend trip, often on short notice. In 7 years she has never ever been unavailable for us. This includes Thanksgiving and Christmas. Bullet...
- Saba H.
Ashley M.
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 was comfortable and happy. I got...
- Talia T.
Hannah K.
5.0
Hannah was great with our two dogs. We felt at ease knowing she was taking good care of them while we were away. She gave them extra attention and gave us updates which was much appreciated. I highly recommend her services!
- Anne D.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Oswego
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Oswego, IL?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Oswego, IL will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of April 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 Oswego, IL?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Oswego, 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 3 in home pet sitters in Oswego, 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 Oswego, IL?
In home pet sitters in Oswego, 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 Oswego, IL?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Oswego, 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 Oswego, IL?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Oswego, 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.