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60 pet care are listed in Fox Lake, IL
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Fox Lake, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had animals all my life and have trained and shown dogs. I own an Akita and love this breed! I also have birds and cats. I have trained dogs and volunteer at wildlife centers for rescues. I do not have any children. My animals are my children. My job is to make sure your pet has a stress free time while you are away. I...
Cheryl can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Cheryl is an amazing care giver! I went away overseas for 3 weeks and was VERY nervous about leaving my two cats.
I felt Cheryl was a good fit so had her for an interview. She was prompt, took notes and asked questions that were appropriate. I found she connected...
Kerri G.
Izaya C.
Fox Lake, IL
$12-17/hr
I love animals so taking care of them won't be a problem, I get along great with them, I have two yorkies of my own that I taken great care & have trained, so I wanted to help others with taking care of their dogs and working with them will be so much fun.
Izaya can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Savannah M.
Fox Lake, IL
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
hi, my name is savannah I've been raised with all sorts of animals my whole life. I have two dogs at home and would love to care for your animals if you would let me!
Savannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Wendy A.
Fox Lake, IL
$16-25/hr
As a little girl around the age of 9, my neighbor at the time loved to travel and had 2 bulldogs she would leave and would always ask my assistance to help watch them. I would check them daily after school and after finishing my homework. I would feed them, take them on walks, and of course provide a lot of cuddles and play with...
Wendy can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Lorelai M.
Fox Lake, IL
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have always had my own pets and adore animals. My experience is mainly with cats and dogs, I personally have 2 dogs and a cat. I spend a lot of time with in and outside playing and cuddling my fur babies and would love to meet your fur babies!
Lorelai can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am too careful and I love animals too much, I have had pets for 11 years, I don't have much experience with being paid to take care of them, but I have plenty of experience taking care of animals thanks to my pets.
I'd describe my personality as funny and witty
I like working with animals because I love the animals a lot
In...
I love all animals and have an affinity to cats and dogs. Im active with both including toy play and outside play. I love to offer your animal the best care possible!
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: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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.
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: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
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: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation & 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 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: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Jenna M.
Trevor, WI
$15/hr
5.0
(1)
I love animals! I wish I could adopt every animal out there right now looking for a home. I think I would be a great fit for watching your animals! If you are interested let me know!
Jenna can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
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: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming & more
I have experience in caring for pets from fish to challenged dogs. I have partaken in fostering dogs since 12 and currently have been working at a pet resort for a year and a half. I am well experienced with both dogs and cats.
Susan can also help with: Grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Jennifer E.
McHenry, IL
$14-23/hr
I sincerely care for animals. I have had many dogs and a few cats. They are family so I will not abandon them.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kayla R.
Grayslake, IL
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kayla!
I have 6+ years of experience staying in other families homes, loving and caring on pets while parents are away. I can stop by if you're out for a long day, or on vacation!
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love all animals and have had a lifetime of experience caring for and loving them. I'm particularly good with dogs, cats, rodents and birds. I understand how people want to make sure their pets are in good, capable and loving hands and I can assure you that with me they will be. It would be my pleasure to care for them! I am...
Kathleen can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi! I absolutely love dogs, I have a 7-year-old golden doodle that we adore! I have spent the last 2 years dog sitting for friends and family while they are on vacation. I also love walking so I would enjoy taking your dogs for walks. I would be open to bringing your dog to my home if you need overnight care as long as you are...
Katherine can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Kacie D.
McHenry, IL
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am an animal lover, I am very patient and I have taken care of animals since I was young. I have watched my families animals, my friends dogs and cats, ferrets, bunny's, snakes, and used to love rescuing animals as a kid. I'm raising chickens currently having a lot of fun with it!
Kacie can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Fox Lake, IL
Cheryl M.
5.0
Cheryl is an amazing care giver! I went away overseas for 3 weeks and was VERY nervous about leaving my two cats.
I felt Cheryl was a good fit so had her for an interview. She was prompt, took notes and asked questions that were appropriate. I found she connected with my cats and had a sense that...
- Kerri G.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Fox Lake, IL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Fox Lake, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.86 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 Fox Lake, IL?
There are 7 pet care providers in Fox 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 Fox 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 Fox Lake, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Fox 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 Fox 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 Fox Lake, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Fox 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 Fox 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 Fox 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 Fox 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 Fox Lake, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Fox 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.