Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Wheeling, IL
Explore background-checked home pet sitting in Wheeling, IL and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find home pet sitting in Wheeling, IL that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Wheeling, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 5 years
Home pet sitting in Wheeling, IL
5.0
(1)
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, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great patience with our dog and works to understand her unique needs. Would hire Amy again in a heartbeat. "
Rob S.
Christopher F.
Wheeling, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Christopher and I am a current student at the University seeking a degree in education. I have been working with dogs for close to five years now doing dog sitting as well as dog walking. Additionally, I have a senior dog at home with multiple health conditions who I care for. Im happy to help with walking,...
Christopher can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Christopher was a great caretaker of my dog. He made sure she was fully fed on time and taken care of, and managed to give her breaks to go outside. I would definitely hire Christopher again to watch my dog!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher (background checked), animal lover, and former Lincoln Park Zoo Docent available for pet sitting. In addition, I was a vet tech before going to college with over 20 years experience in pet sitting. I am available for in-home dog boarding or at my home. My minimum rate is $42 a day to 50 dollars per day....
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it was obvious that not only was she was a cat lover, but also someone who made the effort to communicate frequently via text,...
Bob G.
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, 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...
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
5.0
"Carli was great with our dog! Very caring."
Dean N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I offer Pet Sitting+
Mobile grooming & at my home!
(Pick up & drop off service available upon request)
I have 15+ years of experience. I am very patient, loving, and trusting. I am a full time pet sitter with lots of love to give!
Any help you need please contact me to book service or meeting.
I treat all animals with the...
Mandy can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Mandy is awesome with animals! Very attentive and loving towards my dog and she send lots of cute pics and videos!"
Megan S.
Gail F.
Morton Grove, IL
$20-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As well as babysitting and nannying, I have taken care for many cats and (mostly) dogs. I have experience going to the person's home to hang out with the pet, feed them and give them water, take them on walks, and play outside in accessible. I love to send pictures to the owners of the pets to show them they are having a fun...
Gail can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I am open to providing dog/cat sitting in your home and also dog walking services. While most of my past service experiences have been with children, I have always been an animal lover. I have grown up with dogs all my life and recently rescued a beautiful pit bull from waukegan animal control! I love animals of all breeds,...
Peyton can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
I love Dogs/ Cats, but dogs will always hold a special place in my heart. Your Puppy/ Dog will enjoy every bit of our time together as much as I am. Take a moment and relax as your pet enjoys adventures with the best dog care Lady!
My Doggy care routine fits into my schedule because I'm able to schedule around my family time...
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I love animals. I have 4 years of experience caring for animals professionally and have experience with prong collars too. I can provide Pet Walking and Pet Sitting/house sitting in your home.
Joni can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have over 8 years of experience as a professional dog walker/pet sitter. I am lifelong animal lover and pet owner. I treat all the animals I take care of as if they were my own. I do dog walking, pet sitting, and overnight visits in your home. I know how to administer medications intravenously. I live in Schaumburg and will...
Linda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I've been a dog walker/pet sitter for many years with paid experience. I have lived with dogs and cats, and have experience with other animals as well. Would love a summer job while home from college! Thank you :)
Olivia can also help with: Grooming, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Pamela G.
Arlington Heights, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am an experienced and trustworthy cat sitter. I have many years of cat sitting and have also boarded cats in my home. I know how important play time and companionship is for pets and I am sure to give them whatever they need. I am also comfortable administering medicine if needed. I understand how hard it is leaving a pet...
I provide dog sitting in your home or my own whichever is more comfortable for you. I am experienced with 4 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming if needed.
Becca can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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 walking, boarding, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
I have had lots of different pets over my life time from hamsters to dogs and cats. I had 2 cats and 2 dogs at one time, but am down to only one cat :( My friends used to call me St. Francis Assisi because I was notoriously picking up the strays and finding them homes. I have done casual paid pet sitting for neighbors and...
Karin can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I've had experience over the last couple of years taking care of pets for friends. I'm especially good with cats as I owe a couple but have had experience with working with larger dogs as well.
Mariana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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 provide dog sitting in your own home. I have 6+ years of experience with my own pets, I currently have a dog and 2 cats. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming, I typically trim my own dogs hair as he has social anxiety.
Lissette can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Wheeling, IL
Amy W.
5.0
Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great patience with our dog and works to understand her unique needs. Would hire Amy again in a heartbeat.
- Rob S.
Christopher F.
5.0
Christopher was a great caretaker of my dog. He made sure she was fully fed on time and taken care of, and managed to give her breaks to go outside. I would definitely hire Christopher again to watch my dog!
- Care member
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it was obvious that not only was she was a cat lover, but also someone who made the effort to communicate frequently via text, e-mail and VM plus sent pics from...
- Bob G.
Carli C.
5.0
Carli was great with our dog! Very caring.
- Dean N.
Mandy S.
5.0
Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them
Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to them (ha ha ha)
All in all she's wonderful with my dog and others
- Karie M.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Wheeling
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Wheeling, IL?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Wheeling, IL will cost an average of $21.80 per hour as of March 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 Wheeling, IL?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Wheeling, 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 5 in home pet sitters in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL?
In home pet sitters in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Wheeling, 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.