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I love animals I personally have two german shepherd pit-bulls and three cats I am also willing to also help take care of animals
Patience can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
Tasha G.
Machesney Park, IL
$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Dogs are my passion! Large and small . Your fur babies will be in good hands as mine are like my kids !
Tasha can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have always had pets in the house. I have also worked professionally with animals for about three years. I have doggie day care, grooming, and boarding experience! I have dealt with all sorts of temperaments including aggressive, wild, and loving. I can provide grooming services as well as sitting!
I currently work as a pet...
Breanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Trinity G.
Machesney Park, IL
$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 23-year-old college graduate who grew up with pets and have always loved animals. I have a dog (great dane) and two cats. I love taking my own dog for walks, especially hikes in different parks, and playing with my cats. I have spent multiple years dog sitting and cat sitting for family and friends. I also have...
Trinity can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have a Golden Retriever at home who I love to walk, feed, and care for. He is getting older so I also give him his certain medications that he needs. I would love to help out and walk your dogs :)
Julia can also help with: Pet walking
Elizabeth T.
Machesney Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Liz, and I am 22 years old. I have been around/owned animals my whole entire life. I currently have 2 dogs and 2 cats, but am comfortable with all animals! My daughter is 1. 5 years old and loves animals as well, and would have to be with me during all times due to me being a stay at home mom looking for some...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
Abby R.
Machesney Park, IL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I absolutely adore animals and love helping out whenever I can. I have one cat and two dogs of my own, so I am confident I would be able to provide very good care for your pets!
Abby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have several years of experience caring for dogs, cats and fish. I currently care for 3 dogs of my own.
Regina can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
Emily B.
Machesney Park, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have had animals my whole life and I adore them. I would love to help you take care of your pets.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Kayla O.
Roscoe, IL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
All Animal Lover. Available For Daily Walks And Peter Care. Available For Last Minute Pet Sitting.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I Have 3 years of experience working with Adult dogs as well as puppies of all sizes. I have worked with adult cats and kittens. Very comfortable with animals who are calm and active. I grew up around a selection of animals and I now have three dogs of my own. I have experience with giving medication, feeding schedules and...
Kayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She loves every pet she works with as if they are her own! Very thorough in her cleaning after them and always a delight to speak with! "
Regan C.
Marian A.
Rockford, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Marian! I am a huge lover of animals and hope to have a big enough plot of land to have all types of animals! I have 3 cats of my own, but love dogs as well! I've been pet sitting for years for friends, family, and friends of friends!
Marian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Brittany R.
Rockford, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Brittany, and I am 22 years old. I am a senior at NIU majoring in Child Development! I would love to help you out with childcare and/or pet sitting!
Reasons to choose me!
1. I am vaccinated!
2. I am experienced in child care and have been a babysitter/nanny for several years. I work well with children and...
Brittany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Being a first time mom and never having to have relied on a babysitter that was not my mother was super scary. Brittany was absolutely fantastic with my 3 month old baby girl! I loved how flexible of a schedule Brittany was able to have with me and her kindness. I...
Jasmyn B.
Michelle S.
Rockford, IL
$15-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Michelle, I am originally from England and moved here over 20 years ago for a job transfer and I have one daughter. I grew up having a variety of different pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, a bearded dragon, and mice. I currently have one 7-year-old small dog, one 8-year-old small dog, and...
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Michelle has helped me so much more than expected. She goes above and beyond and never disappoints. She has never missed an appointment and is always punctual. I hired her to help with my animals and now she is helping me organize my home. I highly recommend her to...
Christine B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love caring for animals!
I am a full time caregiver and I'm an actress and board member with Main Street Players in Belvidere. I'm my spare time, I am a pet sitter.
I enjoy traveling, singing, acting, and being with animals.
I graduated from RVC in 2020 with my Associates of Arts degree. I am currently taking online...
Carolyn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Carolyn is amazing! She is punctual, dependable, and our dogs love her. Normally, our dogs are fearful of new people, but they warmed up to Carolyn right away. They love how she is gentle, caring, and soft spoken. She's also very knowledgeable, diligent, and...
Selena H.
5.0
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I have my own pet experience including exotic creatures for over 40 years. The most exotic pets I had were baby cheetahs while awaiting for thier habitat at the zoo to be completed. I've taken care of animals on a volunteer basis with neighbors house pets and horses.
Marie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I have known Marie for many years. She is a warm and loving with children. She is also playful and inventive in the activities she develops for them - exciting to be around. She keeps children engaged in constructive and fun ways, skills she has honed in her...
Diane S.
Experience with dogs and cats for 30 plus years. Responsible, reliable, and considerate of each individual opportunity.
Joshua can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
I have always enjoyed being with and caring for all animals ranging from small mammals, fish, and reptiles to cats and dogs.
Nancy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Mia F.
South Beloit, IL
$15-20/hr
I own two guinea pigs, a dog, and two sphinx cats in my households. I love animals and would love to provide animal care for anyone in need of it.
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Laurie S.
Rockton, IL
$22-27/hr
I have always enjoyed having and caring for animals. I like to go on walks if they are leash trained and don't pull. I am able to take them to appointments, refill food and water, throw balls and toys. I can watch animals at your house or mine while you are on vacation or work trips.
Laurie can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have experience caring for my own pets! I've been doing dog sitting for clients and friends for many years, and I have references to give out. I love dogs, cats, and any other small animals! I have experience dog and cat sitting, dog walking, and caring for aquatic animals. I myself have had many dogs and currently own two...
Miranda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Machesney Park, IL
Kayla O.
5.0
She loves every pet she works with as if they are her own! Very thorough in her cleaning after them and always a delight to speak with!
- Regan C.
Brittany R.
5.0
Being a first time mom and never having to have relied on a babysitter that was not my mother was super scary. Brittany was absolutely fantastic with my 3 month old baby girl! I loved how flexible of a schedule Brittany was able to have with me and her kindness. I felt so relieved throughout the day...
- Jasmyn B.
Michelle S.
5.0
Michelle has helped me so much more than expected. She goes above and beyond and never disappoints. She has never missed an appointment and is always punctual. I hired her to help with my animals and now she is helping me organize my home. I highly recommend her to anyone in need. She truly is...
- Christine B.
Carolyn B.
5.0
Carolyn is very dependable and caring! She's very inspired to help animals.
- Audrey H.
Marie J.
5.0
I have known Marie for many years. She is a warm and loving with children. She is also playful and inventive in the activities she develops for them - exciting to be around. She keeps children engaged in constructive and fun ways, skills she has honed in her successful work as a daycare...
- Diane S.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Machesney Park, IL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Machesney Park, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.11 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 Machesney Park, IL?
There are 9 pet care providers in Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park 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 Machesney Park, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Machesney Park, 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.