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I have had pets for years. Also, I have watched many animals many times. I know how to take care of animals and make sure their needs are all fulfilled.
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, grooming, daily feeding & more
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Boarding and Pet Walking, or just stopping by to provide a little love and care while you're away. I love all animals. I volunteer at the Humane society, and an animal sanctuary in Hobart, IN
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Elizabeth S.
Palos Heights, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I absolutely adore dogs, any and all kinds! I have been dog sitting for about five or six years now. I used to have a dog of my own, so I totally understand how important it is to find someone who treats your puppies like you would. I have watched all different breeds of dogs, I love them all!
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Emily B.
Palos Heights, IL
$15-18/hr
I am a pet owner. I have three cats, one dog, and a hamster. I mainly have experience with cats and dogs and I am comfortable with cleaning and feeding. Currently, I am going to school to be a dietician and have summer classes. My availability is mostly open until fall classes start in September.
Emily can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Pet lover with a dog of my own. Experience walking or caring for dogs. Active and playful with the dog, happy to give all the attention!
Grace can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have two Boston terriers of my own and have pet sit for many friends, neighbors, and family members!
I have puppy experience and experience working with multiple dogs at one time!
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have had dogs all my life. They truly are part of the family. I have taken them for walks, to the veterinarian, and groomer. Any dog that I have the privilege of taking care of we have formed a special bond. I will truly love and take care of your pet as if they were my own.
Karina can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Bailey C.
Palos Heights, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have watched family friends dog numerous times and I love all animals. I also have a dog and two cats. Many people often come to me when they need someone to watch their pets. I have watched and taken care of numerous dogs in the past year. I am very good with all animals, but particularly dogs.
Bailey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
I am a dog lover. I myself own three rescue dogs named Henry, Fiona and Maggie. I have always been a pet owner and a pet lover. I have helped out many friends and family with the care of their pets for many different occasions. I am have in the past done long stays with pets when their owners have gone out of town as well as...
Antoinette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Ariana H.
Palos Park, IL
$15-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ariana and I am 28 years old. I am currently an academic advisor and I have a Masters degree. I have various experience ranging within the fields of administration, nonprofit, education, retail, etc.
I have two dogs, a French Mastiff named Gru and a Pug mix named Buddy. During my spare time, I enjoy spending...
Ariana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us with pet care and keeping up with our home (cleaning, errands, organization, etc.) and does an unbelievable...
Kaitlin A.
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: Grooming, administration of medicine, boarding
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...
Christine H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love all animals, I have experience with bedridden after Spain surgery dog . I was training, massaging, walking, bathing, grooming , feeding . in 2008 I was finished Academy of dog grooming school. if you have interested please contact me, thank you
Kristina can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have two dogs and hire Kristina all the time when I am going on vacation or business trips.She is very honest and worm person, always take the best care of my dogs.Also she gives them bath before I pick up them.I very very recommend her!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience with hamsters, fish, dogs, cats, and birds. I love animals and I myself have a Sheperd/Lab mix who is my baby and is spoiled. I promise to take care of your pets with the love and respect that I would my own.
Heather can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can provide care for your furry friends needs!
I have 25 years of experience caring for dogs. I have grown up with a dog my entire life. We are a family of big dogs so I have always been around German Shepard's and Saint Bernard's.
I recently moved out of my parents home and into a condo of my own and do not have a dog.
Erin can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I previously did pet sitting on care. com a few years ago, going back into this, on a part-time basis. until I can find full-time work care-giving. I have had pets my whole life, currently have 2 cats, and a fish, and dog walk on occasion. I am vegan , so true lover of all animals.
Caroline can also help with: Administration of medicine
5.0
"Caroline took good care of my cats when I was out of town. Reliable and would hire again."
Paul K.
Samantha S.
Orland Park, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for pets. Currently I walk a German Shepard three times a week. I also help another family with their cats occasionally. Message me if interested
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We own a 100lb german shepherd who is not the easiest to handle and Samantha is very good with him. They became friends right away and he gets extremely excited to see her each week. Samantha is very good with him and we appreciate how caring she is. She gives us...
Nichlas K.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My entire life, we have had multiple animals in our house. With my mother working at an animal hospital, we frequently would foster animals ranging from kittens, to ducks, to bunnies. I currently have just a cat. for awhile I had a senior center going at my house. As there's been lots of life changes, I love watching other...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Rebecca was punctual, professional and personable. I hired Rebecca based on the recommendations below and she delivered on all points. My senior kitty, who isn't a fan of most "strangers", came out to greet Rebecca when she visited. I was happy and felt relaxed...
Kirstin E.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as loyal, friendly and hard worker.
I like working with animals because they are full of unconditional love.
I'm looking for a job that I find rewarding, I love caring for animals.
I started working with animals when 2016.
I enjoy grocery shopping for others, house cleaning, errands...
Christine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Christine M. has worked for us a number of years and she is punctual, thorough, professional and helpful. She can provide a multitude of services and will not disappoint you. We will certainly utilize her services in the future and can highly recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide loving pet care in your home. I am a longtime pet parent of one dog and one cat. I love all animals and most of them love me back! I'm not familiar with reptile or small rodent care. One of my hobbies is baking homemade dog treats, because I believe our dog's health is just as important as ours! I am not available for...
Lori can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
4.9
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I've had dogs and cats since I was little and have over 20 years of sitting experience. I have 3 dogs and 5 cats. I foster cats/kittens, dogs/puppies through PAWS of Tinley Park animal shelter. I also can administer fluids, shots and medications. I love all animals and will treat your animals like they are my own.
I'm sorry but...
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Karen was wonderful kept me posted everyday with pictures and text about my cats. My cats liked her also they looked for her for 2 days after we got home. I will use her again. Karen is great and knows what she is doing very comfortable with her."
Deborah B.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Palos Heights, IL
Ariana H.
5.0
Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us with pet care and keeping up with our home (cleaning, errands, organization, etc.) and does an unbelievable job. She is wonderful with...
- Kaitlin A.
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.
Kristina S.
5.0
Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet.
She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing :)
Nice to find someone you can trust!
- Care member
Caroline C.
5.0
Caroline took good care of my cats when I was out of town. Reliable and would hire again.
- Paul K.
Samantha S.
5.0
We own a 100lb german shepherd who is not the easiest to handle and Samantha is very good with him. They became friends right away and he gets extremely excited to see her each week. Samantha is very good with him and we appreciate how caring she is. She gives us daily updates and pictures of her...
- Nichlas K.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Palos Heights, IL
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Palos Heights, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $12.44 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Palos Heights, IL?
There are 9 pet care providers in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights 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 Palos Heights, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Palos Heights, 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.