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Hello,
I'm Shannon. I am an experiences pet owner and have been providing care for my animals for many years. I have also provided pet care through the Trusted House Sitters website. I enjoyed it very much and will be dog sitting again in Chicago this Summer. I have been background checked for work in local schools and SIU by IL...
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting
I love pets, and would live to pet sit! I can keep your pet while you're out of town or just on a day you need a pet sitter.
Lisa S.
Carbondale, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been pet sitting for 5 years. I can provide references. I LOVE animals, and will treat your pets with the same care you want for mine.
Lisa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 11 animals currently, I had 12 but my fish recently passed. I watch all sorts of animals except spiders. I cant do spiders. I rescue all types of animals. I've had animals all my life. here is a list of mine:
Athena 2yr dog
Lila 4 yrs rabbit
Greyson 6yr cat
Black bean 2 yr cat
irena faith ericka and harmony 2 yrs...
Brittany can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have had lots of different kind of animals in my house. I also have pet sit for many different breeds of dogs and cats. I love all kinds of animals, small or big! And I have a very special place in my heart for exotic pets.
Ellie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home I am an experienced with animals I have volunteered in an hospital to experience things because I am considering this one of my careers one day
Kelsey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sawyer R.
Carbondale, IL
$15-19/hr
I am an animal loving college student! I have a partner who is in school to be a vet technician so I know a thing or two about animal well being. I also have a cat and dog at home.
Sawyer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Mayci E.
Carbondale, IL
$12-20/hr
Hi there! I'm Mayci. I'm currently a senior at SIU and majoring in Elementary Education. I have a flexible schedule this summer and would love to hang out with some furry friends!
Mayci can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi there! My name is Adriana, and I'm a passionate animal lover with a knack for keeping furry friends happy and healthy.
I've had a lifelong connection with animals, growing up with dogs, cats, goats, and pigs and working reception at St. Francis Care Animal Rescue. My experience includes two years of dog walking and pet care,...
Adriana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
My name is Anna . I am 25 married and have 4 kids. 3 kids are my step kids and 1 is mine but call them mine. I also have 1 dog and 1 cat. Growing up I have had many different animals from horses-snakes even. I have pet set for several people and have also borded animals in my home while familys went on vacation.
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
I've always had a love for animals, having 3 of my own currently and had many pets in the past, and some of my family and friends say I have a magic touch with animals! I believe this to be true as well, considering how many cats, dogs, and other animals have been drawn to me. I love caring and loving animals, I treat them all...
Clara can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Kylie M.
Murphysboro, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Kylie!
I am located in Murphysboro.
I currently have two dogs (Asher- Lab) (Daisy- husky mix) and one cat named violet.
I drive an suv which is great for large breed dogs.
I currently work 8-4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and half days on Fridays. Free all weekend! I am an individual that will be there on a drop...
Kylie can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
I have loved and owned dogs and cats for over 50 years and worked summers at my father's veterinary clinic. I have just retired from elementary school teaching, and would love to walk, feed, play with, cuddle, and entertain your pets at, and based out of your home. I can give oral medications and specialized feeding as needed. I...
Ann can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Savannah T.
Du Quoin, IL
$15-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have grown up with just about every pet possible.
Savannah can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello all! My name is Juno and I have many years of experience caring for cats, dogs, rabbits, aquatic animals, and reptiles (I currently own 2 rabbits). I am extremely familiar with grooming permitting that the animal is not aggressive and am comfortable administering medication if needed.
Juno can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation & more
I worked in the veterinary field for 7 years, with lots of hands on experience. I grew up with animals, and just love them to pieces. I cannot keep animals in my home due to my children being allergic, but I am more than willing to pet sit, check in on pets, walk, feed, water, bathe, trim nails (as long as this can be done...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Hello! I have 3 years of experience working at an animal hospital. I can help with bathing, cleaning, feeding, walking, giving medications, and pet sitting. I love all types of animals and am excited to care for your pet(s)!
Stephanie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Meghan M.
Carbondale, IL
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello. I am home for the rest of the semester and trying to make a little extra money. I'm more than happy to look after pets!! Pet care experienced
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have done dog sitting and cat sitting on a few different occasions. I have also cared for my own pets at home. Currently I have two ducks that have their own enclosure outside. Apart from that there are no animals currently living inside of my home. I am open to dog sitting and boarding.
Erin can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Kathryn R.
Carbondale, IL
$10/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a military spouse, and a mom of 2 grade schoolers.
I grew up basically in a flower shop, my family owns a few shops in Indiana. I became a designer while going to college, nannied 4 kids for an amazing family for quite a few years, and now moving around wherever the military sends my husband.
I started caring for stray...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet sitting
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Ava, IL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Ava, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $10.00 per hour as of February 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 Ava, IL?
There are 1 pet care providers in Ava, 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 Ava 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 Ava, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Ava, 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 Ava, 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 Ava, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Ava, 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 Ava, 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 Ava, 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 Ava, 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 Ava, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Ava, 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.