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Tina B.
Springfield, IL
$15-17/hr
I am available to take care of cats or dogs. I have one cat myself, two grand dogs and 4 grand cats.
Tina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been around animals all of my life! I have always had a special place in my heart for my fur friends/family. I currently own a 7-month-old spotted tabby named Gypsy. She is amazing and makes me so happy . I of course scoop her litter box everyday and keep water in her bowl. I feed her on a schedule. I take great care of...
Dominique can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Jamie B.
Springfield, IL
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm the biggest animal lover, I have my own cat named milo who is a year and 6 months whom is my pride and joy. I work very well with any type of animal and I would be more than happy to take care of your sweet babies for you !!
Jamie can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Chloe G.
Rochester, IL
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! I am an avid animal lover who would be honored to help you care for your pets! Im available for the occasional pet care on weekends and weeks that I have off of work. I have been pet sitting for friends and family for longer than I can remember and currently dog/cat sit for three families when I am needed and...
Chloe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as responsible, kind, and respectful
I like working with animals because it makes me happy to know that they are safe and well taken care of.
I'm looking for a job that will respect me, and also relieve I'm a human too
I never worked with animals but I grew up raising animals and going to my...
I enjoy cats and dogs. I was a teacher and also do tutoring. I specialize in French, Spanish, and English. Thank you.
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Zoey T.
Rochester, IL
$15-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I currently work at a daycare and love all my kiddos so much!! I work with ages anywhere from 0-12. I am planning on working in a pediatric health care setting after college!
Zoey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Pamela N.
Mason City, IL
$15-20/hr
I love my fur babies more than anything in the world! I am knowledgeable in giving medication when needed. Able to transfer animals when needed as well. I am comfortable with almost all dogs but ask to be introduced to larger breeds before watching them!
Pamela can also help with: Pet sitting
Jameela W.
Springfield, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am Jameela .. I am a very dependable person. I love animals and I myself have a cat and a dog.
Jameela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm a natural-born caregiver. It's just in my nature to care for and love things. It's even my day job! I love kids and pets and everything in between. I love kids so much I had one of my own! So consider that at least 7 years of experience. Basically, a Master's degree in taking care of things. And I do a little bit of...
Kayla M can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Chloe B.
Springfield, IL
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello my name is Chloe! I love animals. I have a border collie named Milo. I've had dogs my whole life & grew up around all different breeds small and large.
Chloe can also help with: Pet sitting
Eva C.
Springfield, IL
$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have had a dog my whole life and and very comfortable with dogs and would love to live on your animals!
Eva can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hannah N.
Springfield, IL
$17-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
Cat lover and friend to all dogs!! Looking to help you with your pet needs, from going on walks, to hanging out together, or administering medicine! I'm happy to help and look forward to meeting your animal friends!!
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Lily D.
Springfield, IL
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm A SAHM And I Am Very Kind And Ready To Meet Your Little Fur Babies
I have Little experience with dogs. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. One Dog at a time for being very fresh with the experience. I'm in Springfield, IL 62704. I am a new mom with a baby and she would be traveling with me. My mother has plenty of cats so I'm very aware with the responsibility caring for cats. I don't...
Lily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alyse B.
Springfield, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a dog and a cat of my own and I am a huge animal person! I have volunteer for many different animal shelters one of them being TLC in homer glen, and have learned many different things through those experience and also through numerous books that I have read about animals. Over all I feel like I am more then capable of...
Alyse can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking
Haley R.
Springfield, IL
$15-20/hr
I am an owner of 2 mini female golden doodles and 1 male short haired cat. I've always grown up with animals and have never been fearful of these loving family members. The joy and companionship each individual pet brings just always amazes me.
Haley can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Makenna S.
Springfield, IL
$15-17/hr
Animal friendly with experience of caring for animals for many years! Not only love helping out with the kiddos, but the pets too!
Makenna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Torrie A.
Lincoln, IL
$15-25/hr
I have many years of experience caring for dogs as well as cats. I grew up caring and taking care of dogs that were family pets as well as ones that were owned by family friends. I now have two of my own dogs and I also have three cats. My dogs are both almost 2 years old and my cats range from 6 to almost a year old.
Torrie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Emily L.
Springfield, IL
$15-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Emily I'm 21 years old, I absolutely adore animals. I've grown up with animals my whole life! 3 cats, 3 dogs, bearded dragon lizard, baby ducks, and fish! I currently live on my own and have my own furbaby a golden doodle. I love being around animals and taking care of them.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have taken care of many peoples pet. Ranging from dogs and cats to horses and donkeys to birds and reptiles. I'm a very energetic and respectful person and I would love to help provide care for your pet!
Zvee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Athens, IL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Athens, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of March 2025. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Athens, IL?
There are 1 pet care providers in Athens, IL offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Athens or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Athens, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Athens, IL such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Athens, IL for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Athens, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Athens, IL such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Athens, IL for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Athens, IL?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Athens, IL, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Athens, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Athens, IL, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.