Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Downers Grove, IL
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60 pet care are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Downers Grove, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dependable Pet Sitter with 10 years of experience providing in-home care to dogs, cats and other various animals. Patient and kind individual skillful in administering needed medications and observing pets for changes. In-depth knowledge of animal feeding and eating habits. Attentive Pet Sitter committed to keeping owners...
Lorraine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I hired Lorraine for pet care. She was very easy to work with, dependable, and communicative. I plan to use her again and would definitely recommend her!"
Mark C.
Cori F.
Darien, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very caring and compassionate dog lover. I have 2 dogs of my own. Riley Rosie was saved 9 years ago. I also have a 1-year-old Cavapoo.
Cori can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Cori is a very reliable and conscientious person.She loves working with children and is an animal lover. She will bring many years of experience and expertise to any care-giving position. She is an all around wonderful woman."
Kimberly M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kristy! I graduated from NIU with my bachelors in communications. Since then I've been a nanny, dog walker, and a senior caretaker. I love not being tied down to just one job! Taking care of animals and people are my two biggest passions. I am very reliable, outgoing, kind, and genuine. I love to help anyone...
Kristy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, boarding
5.0
"Kristy is amazing! She began helping us earlier this year & is such a hard worker & truly kind and sweet girl! She is communicative, prompt, and detail-oriented. She's not afraid of lugging my laundry up & down the stairs, or rolling up our rug - she even takes...
Michelle B.
Mack M.
Naperville, IL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been doing dog walking/pet sitting for 8 years now. I love all different kinds of animals. I have dog sat and walked small to big dogs. I can do some basic training with dogs. I also pet sit all types of animals dogs, cats, birds(includes chickens), reptiles, etc. I have 5 pets of my own, 2 cats and 3 dogs. I don't do...
Mack can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Mack did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs. She is kind and patient and the pups are always happy to see her!"
Julia F.
5.0
(1)
I love dogs and cats. I have 2 dogs myself and 3 cats...
Would love to meet your dog(s)/cat(s). Looking for some sweet fur babies to give my time to.
Matina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Rachael S.
Willowbrook, IL
$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Professional And Compassionate Full-time Pet Care Provider
5.0
(12)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am only available for boarding rabbits. Rabbits must be spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations. I have extensive experience and run the oldest rabbit rescue in Illinois.
Rachael can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, boarding
5.0
"WOW!!! Rachael is FANTASTIC!!! She truly goes above and beyond. We have a diabetic cat (insulin shots) and a cat that needs his bladder to be manually expressed three times per day (and takes 4-5 medications). Rachael handles all of their special needs in a way...
Blair V.
Juliana L.
Brookfield, IL
$16-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Pet-loving Caregiver With A Friendly Husky, Ready To Provide Top-Notch Care!
5.0
(1)
I adore animals and have over 3 years of experience in pet sitting and dog walking. Recognizing the unique personality and preferences of each pet is crucial to me. I relish walks, whether it's a casual stroll or an adventurous hike.
I am available to accommodate pets at my place, providing a comfortable and caring environment...
Juliana can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of entrusting Juliana with the care of my two beloved pets, Murphy and Peanut, while I was away on a trip. I can confidently say that Juliana's exceptional pet-sitting services exceeded all of my expectations, and I would wholeheartedly...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Eden and I love pets and animals. I have two cats, Snowflake and S'mores, and a parrot named Charlie. When it comes to pets, I am very responsible, thoughtful, and organized. I hope to provide quality help and to be a source of comfort knowing that your pets are in the right hands. Having lots of pets at home, I...
Eden can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Eden was a great caregiver for my two cats at home while we were away. She provided excellent care and attention to my cats and made sure they were fed and that the house stayed clean. I definitely recommend! She’s great! "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Adrienne and I am available for mostly pet care, but can also provide other services like cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, organization, childcare, errands, and open to other services, including painting, etc. I am an experienced certified veterinary nurse looking to help the local community! I have 20+...
Adrienne can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Adrienne is awesome! We hired her for a long weekend, and she stayed at our house. We have 3 dogs and 1 cat, and they all took to her immediately. She was very attentive, detail oriented, and kept us informed during our trip. We loved getting pictures while we...
Debi C.
Paige R.
Woodridge, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter Who Is Caring, Loving, Patient, Reliable, Responsible, Outgoing And Flexible!
5.0
(1)
I have been providing pet sitting/services since 2010. I do not have any breed or size restrictions. A few consistent pets I cared for was a golden retriever and cat in the same household, a miniature Bernedoodle from the age of 6 months till current, a cat from the age of 6 months till current, 2 Maltese, 3 German shepherds,...
Paige can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"I hired Paige when I needed someone capable as well as productive (i.e. time and money to be worth it) to move my personal property from my 1000 square foot condo to my new out of State home. Paige did a great job dealing with my emotional personality at the time...
Sarah S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jess. I graduated vet tech school in 2009. I have been pet sitting for 10+ years. I look forward to hearing from you about watching your pets!
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Highly recommend! She did a great job taking care of my dogs while I was on vacation. Kind, caring person! I will absolutely use them again. Thank you Jess"
Eleanor H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been blessed in having taken care of furry babies and their families. Once I embrace your baby you can exhale knowing that your pet is being taken care of in a loving manner. I have been working diligently for 12 years in the western suburbs. Let's setup a meet and greet so I can help recognize what your needs are. I look...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Anna is a wonderful resource. We have used her for pet sitting and house sitting. Excellent, reliable, polite, great communicator. We would recommend her for pet, senior care, senior companion / errands. You will be happy."
Jane B.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! For all the dogs out there; woof!
My name is Tracy and I am a dog-loving writer who works from home full-time. My assistant is my senior dog, Wrigley. He is a Australian Shepherd/Pointer mutt who loves to chill and go on long walks. He enjoys other dogs and humans very much. My dog is an all-around chill dude who...
Tracy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone else. I am BEYOND grateful I have found Tracy because I feel confident in her care-giving abilities, her judgement, and how...
Anna B.
5.0
(3)
I'm an animal advocate and also working as a pet care provider. I love your pets as if they are my own and take the best possible care of them! I do have my own dogs including one with special needs.
Extensive experience caring for dogs, plus experience with cats and fish.
Please contact me for more information.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
Abigail B.
Brookfield, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have grown up having two labs. I currently now have my own dog. Have taken care of friends and family animals for 5 years. Love going on long walks and making sure your animal gets the exercise they need.
Abigail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Antonio and I have had the privilege of being surrounded by dogs since I was only 7 years old. I have experience with all breeds of dogs and am familiar with all behaviors, whether it be shy and nervous, or crazy and high energy. I currently own an Australian Shepherd whippet mix who I love to walk, bathe, and...
I am an animal lover. I have four dogs of my own I care for and two cats, plus I have had many other small animals over the years, including our 40-year-old turtles. I have been volunteering with two animal shelters, walking dogs and fostering for 12, nearly 13 years now.
I have dealt with all kinds of pets, pregnant, young,...
Dana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Katie and I have taken care of animals almost my whole life! I am an experienced sitter who you can trust to take amazing care of your animal(s). I take any and all opportunities to snuggle and go on fun and safe adventures with animals! Some people say I am a dog whisperer. However I have yet to prove them...
Katherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Marlene C.
Westchester, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a reliable pet sitter who can provide pet care in your home. I have plenty of firsthand experience with animals ranging from dogs and cats to rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles and more! I am aspiring to be a veterinary technician and plan to begin studying for such, soon.
I can provide care for your beloved animals in the...
Marlene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Allison M.
Naperville, IL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love dogs and cats, and really animals of all kinds. I have not done pet care for awhile now, as my primary focus, is working with children. However, I have dog sat and walked dogs before consistently. I have provided pet care for 2 Hungarian Vizslas on numerous occasions while in college. I would love to get back to caring...
Allison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Downers Grove, IL
Lorraine G.
5.0
I hired Lorraine for pet care. She was very easy to work with, dependable, and communicative. I plan to use her again and would definitely recommend her!
- Mark C.
Cori F.
5.0
Cori is a very reliable and conscientious person.She loves working with children and is an animal lover. She will bring many years of experience and expertise to any care-giving position. She is an all around wonderful woman.
- Kimberly M.
Kristy F.
5.0
Kristy is amazing! She began helping us earlier this year & is such a hard worker & truly kind and sweet girl! She is communicative, prompt, and detail-oriented. She's not afraid of lugging my laundry up & down the stairs, or rolling up our rug - she even takes our recycling off site since our...
- Michelle B.
Mack M.
5.0
Mack did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs. She is kind and patient and the pups are always happy to see her!
- Julia F.
Rachael S.
5.0
Rachael was the best! I usually booked her when I went out-of-town, but she was also available for a couple of last-minute requests. It's rare to find someone all 3 of my cats liked, but at least from the photos, they all cozy up to her. In addition to basic things like feeding, scooping litter...
- Christine H.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Downers Grove, IL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Downers Grove, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.77 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 Downers Grove, IL?
There are 30 pet care providers in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Downers Grove, 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.