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Carli C.
Lake Zurich, IL
$15-30/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: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Carli was great with our dog! Very caring."
Dean N.
Nicole Q.
Arlington Heights, IL
$15-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have pet sat many times before for neighbors and close family friends. I myself had pets growing up and I understand the responsibility and love it takes to care for a pet! I am comfortable with all types of dogs and even cats.
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Maddie F.
Prospect Heights, IL
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 4 cats between my divorced parents. 2 are 9 years old. one is 3 years old. One is 8 months old, so im used to every age! I was bit by a dog when I was 13 and had 52 stitches on my mouth. I was asked if I wanted to put the down but I was never even mad at the dog and it was my uncles dog and I still play with her everytime...
Maddie can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
(2)
I have taken care of all animals, regardless of size, around my neighborhood that I grew up in since I was 8 years old. I have a passion for animal welfare and have volunteered at Orphans of The Storm in Riverwoods since I was a child. I have walked, fed, and bathed dogs of all sizes and other household pets as well.
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Katie loves all types of animals ! She is very gentle and affectionate with them. She likes to get to know their personality and preferences so they can have the best experience !"
Pam P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover and have owned pets all my life - dogs, cats, hamsters, and fish. I will care for your pet as if my own. I am a certified Vet's Assistant from Animal Behavioral College. I have walked a Great Dane and Greater Swiss Mountain dogs in Glenview, and have house sat with a Bengal Cat, Swiss Mountain dogs, Boston...
Vicky can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Vicky has been an amazing caretaker for my two doodles. She leaves my house just like I
Left and sends pics and videos of her walks, playtime and snuggles with my babies. I know they are in the best of hands when they are with her and I'm so grateful!"
Lisa A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 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, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
(1)
I would love to take care of your cat(s) when you are in need! I come from a crazy cat family and currently live with my sweet 2-year-old rescue, Jill. I have been taking care of cats belonging to family, friends, and neighbors for a long time. I have experience and am comfortable with nail clipping, medication administration,...
Lila can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
Helene O.
Prospect Heights, IL
$21/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.3
(7)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I love all kitties of any color, stripe, or fur length. **Cats are my specialty*, and I have been caring for them professionally since December 2011 with 30 years+ sharing my life with them. Membership is with **Pet Sitters International**, and I am a **Certified Professional Pet Sitter** with PSI for most companion animals....
Helene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"This was our first time working with Helene. She took care of our pets recently and we had no worries. She kept us up to date on her daily care of our two cats, Ginger and Grace.
I am in position to recommend Helene to another friend who will be taking a trip...
Nick C.
Ana L.
Winnetka, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
One experience I had with dog care involved looking after a high-energy golden retriever named Beto. Beto was full of enthusiasm and loved to explore the outdoors, so I made sure to take him on long walks in the park and play fetch with him to keep him entertained and exercised.
Overall, my experience with dog care taught me...
Ana can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Ana took very good care of our pet, we needed someone energetic, responsible, and reliable who could keep up with him. We will definitely contact her again."
Emilie B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a local Glenview mom of two (11, 15).
Previously, I was a police officer with a local department. I resigned when my oldest was born. I eventually went back to work doing threat assessment with a local university. I was laid off during COVID and then my position was eliminated.
So I turned to babysitting! Since 2020 I...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Amanda is wonderful! 100% reliable and an absolute blessing in my life. She takes all the worry about my pet's care away. I know she will be there for my little guy always! I HIGHLY recommend her. I cannot say enough good things about her! She is an angel."
Mary Lou M.
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 walking, pet transportation
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.
Emanuele O.
Highland Park, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Animal Caretaker: Ensuring Happy Tails And Wagging Hearts
5.0
(1)
I got my first dog when I was 10, and he's still with me. I take care of him with love, ensuring good food, exercise, and health.
I also have 5 cats and 2 turtles. I provide the cats with balanced nutrition, hygiene, toys, and vet check-ups. For the turtles, I maintain a suitable habitat and monitor their health.
My experience...
Emanuele can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"This is the first time we have used Care, and we were so pleased. Emanuele was so professional and great with our dog. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I've taken care of dogs including overnight stays, dog-walking, feeding, etc. I love pets and would happy to help you take care of yours!
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"I used Sarah in the past to house-sit and watch my four dogs on multiple occasions. She was excellent! She took great care of my pups (feeding, cleaning, playing), and she great with the light housework I had asked her to do (sweeping, laundry, dishes, dusting,...
Shannon C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am responsible and caring person, and I love to take care of animals. All my attention and care goes to the animal I am looking after.
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Taylor was awesome with our two golden retrievers! She visited beforehand and was excellent with them. She walked them and played with them. We will hire her again! She was great at communicating, too!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi there ! I'm salma. I have just graduated from UIC (University of Illinois - Chicago) with a degree in biology in hopes of becoming a psychiatrist. I am CPR and AED certified. I have been a Nanny for 5 years now. My pet sitter services stems from the childcare I have provided over the years. I started pet sitting for families...
Salma can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Salma did a phenomenal job taking care of our pup Carson. We had her take care of him for about 5 days, and it was clear when we picked him up that he wasn’t happy to be picked up!
Salma made sure that Carson didn’t miss us, and took care of all his needs. He was...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dogsitting in your own home. I have 5 years of petcare experience. Including boarding dogs in my previous home for several days at a time. Have experience housesitting and taking care of multiple dogs at once.
Jacqui can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
Jennifer S.
Lake Zurich, IL
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Jen. I am 24 years old and I have over 12 of experience walking dogs and sitting for dogs over the years while the families take a vacation. I am looking for a few families where I can walk their dogs/puppies daily , play or even over night sit if you take a vacation. I have two dogs of mine and I would treat yours...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I have known Jen now for 6 years. I can't say enough good about her. Jen is a very honest, reliable, and a responsible person. She puts her whole heart into her job and truly cares for the families she works for. She is a hard worker and always does more than...
Kim S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a professional Nanny/House Manager, I took the golden retriever on daily walks, brushed out his hair and removed knots, took him to grooming and vet appointments, went to the beach and lavished him with lots of love and attention. This included brushing, petting and full-body messages. He especially liked his paws massaged!...
Lauren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I've had cats my whole life and know all their silly habits. I'd love to help out with your fur babies when you travel or need additional care.
Marina can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Marina has worked for our family for just under a year and we can't recommend her enough! She has a warm, positive energy that our little one responds incredibly well too. Marina is reliable and a direct communicator which has made her a joy to work with. She has...
Care member
Nikki G.
Palatine, IL
$15-23/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! :) I have sat and taken care of multiple dogs throughout my life and it's something I truly love to do. I am a huge animal lover and have always owned dogs so I have a lot of experience with taking care of them, playing with them, feeding them etc. I always love to be a part of their life and to be able to help you out as...
Nikki can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Deerfield, IL
Carli C.
5.0
Carli was great with our dog! Very caring.
- Dean N.
Katie D.
5.0
Katie has a kindheart and deep love of animals that make her an ideal caregiver for pets. She is knowledgeable about a variety of animal breeds and seems to pick up on a pet's specific needs quickly. Her experience and compassion for senior dogs is especially valuable. She enjoys spending time with...
- Sheila M.
Vicky W.
5.0
Vicky is a very trusted dog watcher when we head out of town! She's flexible, communicative, and takes great care of our pup!
- Becky G.
Helene O.
5.0
Helene was terrific! I was out of town for over a week and she sent me pictures of my kitties every time she came to visit so I had them when I was missing them. It was great how responsive she was and she also did great giving one of my more difficult cats her medicine every morning. I would highly...
- Mallory B.
Ana L.
5.0
Ana took very good care of our pet, we needed someone energetic, responsible, and reliable who could keep up with him. We will definitely contact her again.
- Emilie B.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Deerfield, IL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Deerfield, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.91 per hour as of April 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 Deerfield, IL?
There are 11 pet care providers in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield 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 Deerfield, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Deerfield, 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.