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Home pet sitting in Waukegan, IL
Ava K.
Glencoe, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I am a senior nutrition major at the University of Texas at Austin! I am home in Chicago for the summer and am looking to pick up some extra work hours babysitting. I am working at WIC (which provides care for Women, Infants, and Children in need of breastfeeding and nutritional help) over the summer! However, I am available...
Ava can also help with: Pet walking
I am extreme animal lover with years of experience of pet care. At home, I care for both a dog and a cat whom I've had for over 12 years. I've always had a natural connection with animals, and caring for them gives me a great sense of purpose. I'm a junior in college, and my freshman year I studied pre-vet, and shadowed at a...
Danielle can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Cecilia C.
Mundelein, IL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Executive Assistant & Pet And House Sitter
10+ years experience in acting as an assistant as well as pet care for a variety of animals. Dogs, cats, birds, fish, horses, sheep, chickens, raccoons etc.
Assistant experience in running errands, manage schedules, organize desk and/or home.
Cecilia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide a dog sitting in your own home. I have been walking dogs and sitting for them since I was 10. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am currently attending Carthage College for a degree in Art Education. I love animals of all kinds, and I have been surrounded by them in my home for as long as I can remember. I have personal experience as well as experience pet sitting for neighbors and family members. I currently have a cat named Mr. G and four African...
Bee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Alexis C.
Wheeling, IL
$17-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide animal sitting in your own home. I have a dog and have had birds of my own. I have experience in pet-sitting both dogs and cats, including replenishing food and water bowls, walking dogs, cleaning up after them, and spending quality time playing with them and providing physical exercise for them. I have thorough...
I have had pets throughout my whole life. From dogs to cats, hamsters to frogs, you name it I've had it. I am very capable and happy to take care of your pets in your own home or mine. What I lack in professional experience I make up for in charisma and willingness to learn!
Domenica can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Evelyn G.
Mundelein, IL
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm happy to dog sit in your home or drop in for walks. Whatever is preferred. Feel free to message me for any specific requests.
Evelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Hi. I have been in the pet care industry for 15 years. I worked at a lodging facility for many years until my full time hospital job got in the way. Now I dog sit at my home for friends and coworkers. I do have a toddler and a pomeranian at home so any dog that comes to me must be friendly. I do prefer for the animals to meet...
Stacey can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I am currently working as a dog walker, and a regular dog sitter! I am very comfortable with pets, and I am comfortable pet sitting in your home, and I also am available to house dogs in my own home! I have had a dog walking and care taking experience of seven years, and has been one of the greatest joys and experience!
Maria can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I am willing to provide pet-sitting and/or dog-walking services. I have been around dogs since I was very young, and currently have a young Shepherd mix back at home. I have experience sitting for dogs (puppies-elderly), as well as cats. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes. I volunteered at the Naperville Area...
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, neighbor!
My name is Jackie. I'm 26, own my own car, and have TONS of experience with working with animals. I worked at a cage-free dog kennel for 2 years, and have since been doing dog walking and sitting intermittently.
I am currently available full-time. However, beginning 6/1, I will have summer school classes on...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding & more
Have experience pet sitting for several years. com and also a couple years for private clients. Love animals so much! I would like to help someone with their pet family member in this role! I also have volunteered for rescue organizations and transported animals from shelters to foster homes.
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi, my name is Devon! I have 6 years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities. I have references available upon request! I specialize in dog walking, feeding, playtime, cleaning up after pets, and providing overnight or extended care at your home. My passion for animals started at 13 when I launched...
Devon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting services in your own home, or if necessary, in my home. I have plenty of experience with pets and I am a firm animal lover. Size and age of the pet does not matter, I will provide the best care I can. I have experience grooming and bathing pets. I love animals all the same.
Dessislava can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, grooming
My past experience with animal sitting is going to the home, letting the animals out, cleaning after them, taking them out and playing with them! I love all animals and they know it!
I provide pet sitting in your own home! I have experience working in a dog and cat daycare/boarding facility. I worked with dogs and cats of multiple ages, breeds, sizes and personalities! I can also perform baths and light grooming.
I'm currently a dog-sitter and have assisted numerous families. I provide services such as...
Tania can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Amanda P.
Highland Park, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Amanda. I am 23 years old and I am an animal whisperer! I love all animals and they love me. I am looking for local work this summer before I start school in the fall. I do not smoke or drink. I am a quiet person and actually a bit shy at first. Animals are my passion. I live near the HP train station with 2 cat...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting
For years I have been in houses with kittens and dogs. I let them outside and served them food. I am very clean, thorough and careful. I can provide dog/ cat sitting in your home.
Aleksandra can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
Dawn G.
Kenosha, WI
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 3 dogs and 1 cat in my home right now and have always been around pets. I am able to do pet sitting and walking as long as the dog isn't overly strong and pulls when walked. I can help with medicines also.
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Waukegan
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Waukegan, IL?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Waukegan, IL will cost an average of $11.00 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 Waukegan, IL?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, IL?
In home pet sitters in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, IL?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, IL?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Waukegan, 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.