Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Crystal Lake, IL
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60 pet care are listed in Crystal Lake, IL
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Crystal Lake, IL
Rhonda L.
McHenry, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide animal sitting in your own home. I love all animals and have always had animals myself. From horse's to fish.
Rhonda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
3.5
(2)
I have been around animals all my life; dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, and birds. I have a cat now because I live in an apartment. I would enjoy caring for your animals and giving them the attention they deserve when you are away.
Dawn can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello pet parents!
I have been providing care to cats and dogs for 20 years. I love all breeds and sizes of animals and have experience with puppies and kittens all the way to senior animals. I am able to provide medication, shots, or any special medicine or dietary considerations. I have experience working with animals that are...
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"Caitlin was able to help us on short notice great communication and we definitely want to work with her again. She made everything easy and carefree !!"
Klaudia K.
Karen R.
McHenry, IL
$5-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have owned pets of my own throughout the years. I'm an animal lover. I am also a horse lover and belonged to the Caveleirs in high school.
Karen can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals. I have 2 golden doodles, aged 13 months, which I raised from birth. Their parents are with my boyfriend in the suburbs. I have had dogs all my life as well as cats. I have 1 rescue bunny too.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"For years, Jennifer has been a god send to our family. We have relied on Jen to walk, check in, and dog sit our Italian Greyhound Canti. Jennifer is a special person. Some of Jen's top qualities are caring, nurturing, dependable, punctual, and most importantly...
Jessica C.
Kelly J.
McHenry, IL
$14-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently own two dogs and have had a dog as long as I can remember. I have had cats along the way as well. For the past 6 years I have been caring for a cat, a bird, and fish, intermittently. Love, love, love animals!
Kelly can also help with: Daily feeding, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Kelly is great with our 8 month old lab mix, he just loves her! You can't go wrong with hiring Kelly, she will treat your dog like her own. "
Janna B.
5.0
(1)
I am available to provide dog sitting/walking in your home. I have over 6 years of experience as a caregiver and pet sitter. I am comfortable with both large and small dogs.
I am also available to run errands, water plants, take in the mail if needed.
5.0
"Ellen helped me by dog sitting and dog walking for me. She is very passionate about pets, especially dogs, and I would recommend her to anyone who needs help with their dog! My dog really liked her."
Emily S.
5.0
(9)
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: Boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking & more
5.0
"Alyssa watched our dog for a long weekend while we were out of town. Our dog, Echo, enjoyed her time with Alyssa and ate all of her food! If Echo isn’t comfortable, she won’t always eat her food- so kudos to Alyssa!"
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5.0
(1)
I have cared for ill and elderly pets for a majority of my teenage years and young adulthood, I am willing to provide pet sitting, walking, transportation for your pet to and from vet and groomers appointments etc, whatever I can do to help, I'll do my best!
Caitlin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I've had 6 dogs and 1 cat. I've dog-sat & cat-sat before. I love it. I love animals so much! My cat was only my cat & I gave him his meds, food, cleaned the litter box, brushed him, etc.
Karly can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
I have two dogs of my own, Ben and Miley.
Ben is a boxer and Miley is a boxer/American foxhound. My dogs are part of my family and I consider them to my kids like my human kids who are 19 and 23.
I am extremely laid back but protective and conscious about the safety and well-being of pets. I would never raise my voice or hit an...
Tracy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hey everyone! If youre in need of a pet loving sitter I am one message away! I absolutely adore pets of all sort!
Kendra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Esmeralda V.
Algonquin, IL
$18-25/hr
I have most experience with tortoises and turtles (as I have pets of my own) but am loving of all pets!! I have cared for small and large dog breeds as well. I have time and patience to care!
My name is Bailey and I live in the Fox River Grove area. I do have a full time job 5 minutes from my house. I work Monday-Friday 8-5, but have a full hour lunch break. I am looking for part time jobs such as babysitting, errands or pet sitting during any time other than when I have to be at work. I have experience babysitting...
Bailey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Nancy R.
Wauconda, IL
$14-19/hr
Have had over 20 various pets throughout my adult life (dogs, cats, birds, chinchillas, rats, various lizards (iguana, bearded dragons, old world chameleons), hamsters, turtles, fish, snakes.
Nancy can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Marissa S.
Algonquin, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I can provide animal sitting in your own home. I am comfortable with any breed of animal at any size. I've had various animals my whole life and understand the amount of attention and care they need.
Marissa can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Lisa N.
Algonquin, IL
$14-20/hr
I have a fenced-in yard. I have a 7-year-old wimeraner and she would love new friends. She enjoys basking in the Sun and chasing squirrels.
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hello! I have been pet sitting on and off the past few years. I love animals and love to take care of them. I have a dog and 2 cats of me own. I also have taken care of several types of dogs, small and big, along with cats in the past.
Kendall can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi there!
My name is Eternity and I am currently a full time nanny to a little boy and we're accompanied by two lab/Shepard mixes! We love them so much, I take care of them daily as giving them their supplements, food, nail trimming, brushing, walks let outside etc. When the family goes on Vacation I stay with the doggos cause...
Eternity can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Gabriella F.
Cary, IL
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've taken care of animals my entire life whether they were my own or others. I love to be able to help animals since I have four of my own.
Gabriella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Crystal Lake, IL
Caitlin N.
5.0
Caitlin was able to help us on short notice great communication and we definitely want to work with her again. She made everything easy and carefree !!
- Klaudia K.
Jennifer M.
5.0
For years, Jennifer has been a god send to our family. We have relied on Jen to walk, check in, and dog sit our Italian Greyhound Canti. Jennifer is a special person. Some of Jen's top qualities are caring, nurturing, dependable, punctual, and most importantly trustworthy. We have also contracted...
- Jessica C.
Kelly J.
5.0
Kelly is great with our 8 month old lab mix, he just loves her! You can't go wrong with hiring Kelly, she will treat your dog like her own.
- Janna B.
Ellen S.
5.0
Ellen helped me by dog sitting and dog walking for me. She is very passionate about pets, especially dogs, and I would recommend her to anyone who needs help with their dog! My dog really liked her.
- Emily S.
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...
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Crystal Lake, IL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Crystal Lake, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.45 per hour as of January 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 Crystal Lake, IL?
There are 40 pet care providers in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Crystal Lake, 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.