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Megan M.


Homer, IL

$8-13/hr

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Experienced pet owner seeking extra work to help supplement income. I love all animals. I have two teenage children who live with me part time. We are a pet friendly home with two cats, one very friendly dog and two parakeets.
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, boarding
Hello! I am a recent college graduate looking for pets to walk in between my travels! I love working with animals because they remind me of the simple and happy things in life. I started working with animals in 2016, when I was 15 years old and it has always been something I enjoyed. Plus it got me out of the house and kept me...
Sally can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Mackenzie M.


Sidney, IL

$13-17/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Mackenzie! I absolutely love animals and would be more than happy to assist in taking care of your loved pets when needed! I understand the worry that comes along in finding a sitter when traveling or when events come up! I provide walks, boarding, house-sitting, basic needs(feeding, water, bathing), and unconditional...
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
I'd describe my personality as kind caring and honest I like working with animals because I'm looking for a job that gives me a sense of purpose I started working with animals when I was a newly divorced mother of 3. I was hired at an animal hospital. I worked there for 15 years. While at the same time working at shelters...
Robin can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking

Allison M.


Saint Joseph, IL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hi, my name is Ally! I grew up having a dog and helped care for her. I also have pet sat my neighbors and family friends dogs and cats. I am a huge animal lover and would love to help care for your pets
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Katherine M.


Urbana, IL

$15-35/hr3 yrs exp

Pet And House-sitter Available

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

NOTE: Unavailable until January 2024. I adore animals; in addition to pet-sitting for dogs and cats, I've taken care of farm animals such as goats and chickens. I'm also a runner, so if your dogs need exercise, I'm happy to take them out for runs and/or long walks. I can do overnights, administer basic medications and...
Katherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"We are so grateful to have found Katherine. She stayed at our home recently with our dog and cat while we were away. She was dependable, professional, respectful and caring. We received daily photos and updates on our animals. Came home to a clean home with a happy...

Emma G.

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Ashley C.


Urbana, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Walker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always loved animals, and I grew up with a variety of different pets including dogs, cats, small mammals, frogs, and lizards. I volunteer at the Humane Society in my free time. I would love to come watch your pet in your own home when you're away, or just come care for it when you have a busy schedule.
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We were in a bind with last minute travel for my husband, and Ashley was available to stop by the house to let our dog out twice as neither of us could be in town for the day due to work! She checked in with us, updated us, was professional, and really helped us...

Jenny K.

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Sydney R.


Champaign, IL

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Responsible Sitter And Animal Sciences Major

I'm Sydney! I am a college student at the University of Illinois studying Animal Sciences with a minor in Wildlife Conservation and a minor in Spanish. I am compassionate, friendly, responsible, and will be a perfect match to care for your children! I have a deep passion to care for both animals and children. I have experience...
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Sydney is a competent and trusted caregiver for both children and pets. She takes her work seriously but is also able to have a bit of fun."

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Angelika B.


Champaign, IL

$16/hr

If You Are In Need Of A Babysitter Or Dog Sitter :)

Hi! I am 21 years old. I am in my last year of college studying health sciences. I am open to taking care of dogs or kids as I have had immense experience in the past. Please let me know if you any help since I have an open schedule!!
I'm Aniya a senior at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. I've provided care services for family and nearing neighbors for 5+ years. I also love furry companions (dogs). I love spending time outdoors , playing volleyball, playing board/card games, as well as arts and crafts.
Aniya can also help with: Pet sitting
As a child we always had dogs. Large and small. As a wife& mother I wanted to share that my children. So we got a dog and had him for many many many years. He was abandoned and we took him in when he was about 2 or 3yrs old. So I now would consider us a dog family. I do work full time and I'm also a nanny 2 evenings a week, and...
Leshandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Brenna F.


Urbana, IL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

College Student With Experience Able To Care For Exotic Pet Species

Hello! I'm a college student staying over the summer with tentative availability for small pet care. Former experience includes over a year of employment at a pet boarding service. I have experience with dogs, but am more comfortable with cats and smaller pets. Am willing to learn about care for all kinds of species (even the...
Brenna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding
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Rachael F.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I understand that pets are more than just animals but are family. With this in mind, I provide excellent love and care for your fur babies. While I lack professional experience, I have always had a love for pets (I had cats, dogs, turtles, fish, hamsters, parakeets, snakes, and very loving parents). I also have experience pet...
Rachael can also help with: Pet sitting
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Summer M.


Danville, IL

$19-25/hr8 yrs exp

Reliable Animal Lover

I'm trustworthy and reliable and able to provide a safe environment and service for you and your pets!
Summer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I love pets! I've been around dogs ever since I can remember! I am very good at interacting and bonding with animals. I hope to help you out with whatever you need!
Amelia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Aleksandra S.


Champaign, IL

$13-18/hr

Loving Dog Owner

I provide dog sitting in your own home or if comfortable my own as well. I have a cockier spaniel myself and I'm comfortable around any breed. I may not have paid experience; however, I'm always the first in line whenever my friends are in need of a pet sitter.
Aleksandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Fahren Z.


Urbana, IL

$12-20/hr4 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

My name is Fahren Z. and I am currently a graduate student at UIUC. I grew up with animals my whole life. I have a passion for pets of all sizes and species. I am excited to be able to help you by caring for your pets while you are away. Your babies will be cared for and loved just as if they were my own.
Fahren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi my name is makaylie and my unconditional love for pets is what got me into the wonderful world of pet sitting. I've watched and walked all sorts of animals throughout my life as a job and for fun. I've also had three dogs, a cat, two hampsters, two rats, fish, and a rabbit throughout my life so far. I have experience with...
Makaylie can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, daily feeding, pet sitting
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Danelle O.


Champaign, IL

$14-25/hr3 yrs exp

Pet sitter

I'm a college student looking to help out with pet transportation and sitting during the summer :)
Danelle can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
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Abigail P.


Champaign, IL

$14-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have 4 years experience with rover and dog sitting and have a few dogs of my own. I can take care of any size or breed
Abigail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Homer, IL

Katherine M.

5.0

We are so grateful to have found Katherine. She stayed at our home recently with our dog and cat while we were away. She was dependable, professional, respectful and caring. We received daily photos and updates on our animals. Came home to a clean home with a happy dog and cat. We would highly...

- Emma G.

Ashley C.

5.0

We were in a bind with last minute travel for my husband, and Ashley was available to stop by the house to let our dog out twice as neither of us could be in town for the day due to work! She checked in with us, updated us, was professional, and really helped us out in our last minute pet care need!...

- Jenny K.

Sydney R.

5.0

Sydney is a competent and trusted caregiver for both children and pets. She takes her work seriously but is also able to have a bit of fun.

- Care member

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