Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in South Elgin, IL
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Home pet sitting in South Elgin, IL
I provide dog sitting in your home or mine. I am an experienced pet owner and love dogs. I grew up on a farm where I developed a love for all animals.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had pets in my house, I grow up with dogs, birds and hamster. I also lived an year with a cat. I love animals and I miss them in my daily life, so I'm looking for a part time job. I can do sitter in your own home, walk, feed, administrate medicine if you teach me and play with them.
Rafaela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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"Rafaela is fantastic! She's incredibly hardworking, friendly and flexible. She's helped with everything from tidying rooms and laundry to organizing and running all kinds of errands. And, our dog loves her. Rafaela is smart + has great taste. This is helpful...
Amanda T.
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former pet sitter with great references and 2+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths .
Kristin B.
Saint Charles, IL
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter Ready To Give Your Pet The Love And Attention They Need In Your Absence. My Home Or Yours.
I have been taking care of animals my whole life. I have personally always had cats, dogs, guinea pigs and birds. I worked for a pet sitting company for a year and did daily walks, exercise and care to many dogs and cats.
I am available to come by and make daily visits or walks as needed in your absence. I also welcome your...
Kristin can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I'm Sarah. I am a film major at the University of Colorado at Boulder. I have owned dogs my whole life and have dog sat many. I'm home for the summer and would love to continue to do this but as more of an occupation as opposed to as a favor for friends. My family has a dog of our own, a gentle giant named Daisy. She is a...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Hello I am Megan, I just graduated this December from Illinois State University in Special Education! I looking for some safe Covid-19 friendly work before I get my teaching license in January. My family used to foster both cats and dogs and I have two senior bulldogs at home that require medication and other special care like...
Megan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I'm Addison and I'm 22. I'm currently going to school and working at a nursing home. I've house sat and pet sat for several families who would all say I am responsible and reliable! I can provide references, am nonsmoking, have my own transportation, and love animals! Let's chat!
Addison can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitter in your own Home or outdoor I Love pets, I am a nurse by profession since 2005, apart from medicine my passion is the animals I am very active, affectionate and responsable.
Doris can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I am a third year college student at Marquette University. With missing my pet back at home, I know I can provide lots of love and care to yours!
I'm looking to just provide basic care to dogs and cats, as those are the pets I've had and am comfortable caring for!
I currently car for 5 fish in my college apartment!
Yesenia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have always had a strong love for animals and have always been the first person to run up to a dog when I see one. I have personally owned Hamsters, Dogs, Cats and Fish. I love any time I get to spend with an animal and go on runs with dogs and have successfully trained two. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs...
Andersen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Nicole R.
Dundee, IL
$16-21/hr
Hi I'm Nicole. I would love to help out dog walking or pet sitting. I'm a college student home for the summer and would be delighted to help where I can.
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Guadalupe R.
Carpentersville, IL
$15-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello ! Absolutely love animals. I have a dog of my own ! ((: Can do at home dog sitting, occasional walks, feeding, etc.
Guadalupe can also help with: Pet sitting
Christopher I.
Roselle, IL
$15-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
With the experience I have in pet sitting, I have developed a deep understanding of animal care and behavior. I specialize in creating a comfortable and nurturing environment for pets, whether it's dogs or cats. My approach involves tailored routines that accommodate each pet's unique needs, ensuring they feel safe and loved in...
Christopher can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Tracy H.
Schaumburg, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Love Animals And Would Be Happy To Help You With Yours (all Except Snakes)
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I will be happy to take any animals you have (except snakes.) I can do daily visits and or overnight.
Tracy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have many years experience with dog and cats. I love animals. Currently have 3 dogs at home. I will take care of your pets as if they were my own. Look forward to hearing from you.
Sherita can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Lisa L.
Streamwood, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I love all animals, but have only sat for dogs. Generally speaking, I sit for friends, neighbors and people I come in contact with through work. I don't really look at sitting as a business. I think I started sitting because I wanted my friends dogs to have a comfy home to stay in while their parents were away!
I prefer to...
Lisa can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
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I m 22 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 guinea pigs (Pippa, Callie & Lady) and 2 labradoodles (Lila & Otis). Lila has...
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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"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.
Carli C.
Lake Zurich, IL
$14-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Friendly, Compassionate House AND Pet Sitter Available For Short Or Long Term Remote Care Giving!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, and pragmatic.
I like working with animals because they are near and dear to my heart. I grew up around animals, have owned many of my own as pets, and currently work with them in my free time.
I'm looking for a job that allows me the autonomy to be mobile, work remotely, and...
Carli can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
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"Carli was great with our dog! Very caring."
Dean N.
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I'm Alyssa, and I'm an enthusiastic animal lover with over 15 years of experience providing compassionate care to pets. I've built strong relationships with clients who appreciate the level of attention and love I bring to my work.
regularly board animals, and with hybrid work schedule, there's always someone home to shower...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, dog training, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting & more
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"Alyssa watched my cat while I was out of town for 5 days. This was my cats first time staying somewhere other than home and Alyssa did so well to make her feel comfortable and cared for. She sent me pictures everyday to keep me posted & made sure to keep an eye on...
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have provided animal care for dogs, cats, turtles, fish, and hamsters. I have 5+ years of doing this. I offer walking and feeding for the animals. I love animals of any sizes and ages. I also offer overnight care at your home.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Katelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in South Elgin, IL
Rafaela D.
5.0
Rafaela is fantastic! She's incredibly hardworking, friendly and flexible. She's helped with everything from tidying rooms and laundry to organizing and running all kinds of errands. And, our dog loves her. Rafaela is smart + has great taste. This is helpful because when I give here a vague shopping...
- Amanda 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.
Carli C.
5.0
Carli was great with our dog! Very caring.
- Dean N.
Alyssa G.
5.0
Alyssa watched my cat while I was out of town for 5 days. This was my cats first time staying somewhere other than home and Alyssa did so well to make her feel comfortable and cared for. She sent me pictures everyday to keep me posted & made sure to keep an eye on my cats eating habits to ensure she...
- Care member
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in South Elgin
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in South Elgin, IL?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in South Elgin, IL will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of January 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 South Elgin, IL?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from South Elgin, 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 1 in home pet sitters in South Elgin, 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 South Elgin, IL?
In home pet sitters in South Elgin, 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 South Elgin, IL?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in South Elgin, 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 South Elgin, IL?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in South Elgin, 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.