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60 pet care are listed in River Forest, IL

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years

Pet care in River Forest, IL

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Dejah S.


River Forest, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dejah S.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Dejah and I am a senior studying biology and women's and gender studies at Concordia University Chicago in River Forest, IL. I love dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes, and ages as well as, birds, fish, etc. I can do in-home, overnight , walking, playing, feeding, and of course cuddling. I have a super...
Dejah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming
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Natalie R.


River Forest, IL

$15-20/hr

Part-time Pet Care Provider

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I grew up around dogs and currently have one cat at home. I've also provided care for an injured German Shepard puppy for two weeks through Care. com.
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Clare M.


River Forest, IL

$15-21/hr1 yrs exp

Lifelong Lover Of Pets

My best friends are my dog, Pancake, and my cat, Nora. I absolutely love pets and having just graduated from college I have lots of free time that I would love to spend with pets!
Clare can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Sophia, and I'd love to help take care of your furry friend! I have experience working at a day camp and I'm a vice president for a club in my school so I'm great at responsibility and supervision. I also have a cat, so I understand how to care for animals. I'm committed, communicative, and always on time. Your...
Sophia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Ashley S.


River Forest, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Your Pups Best Bud

Hello I'm Ashley and I'm an extreme lover of all animals. I have three dog who I spoil rotten!! I have also been a groomer since 2019 and I take pride in having a lot of knowledge in the doggie area. Feel free to ask me any questions, I'm always happy to help! I am a stay at home mom of my son and three dogs I adore. Im always...
Ashley can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I am very comfortable with animals and understand how valuable and precious they are for a family, therefore they have to be correctly taken care of.
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting
I have extensive experience with dogs, having owned 5, including my current 3-year-old mixed Australian Shepherd. I also have experience with fishes, hamsters, and ferrets. I frequently care for dogs of family and friends while they're on vacation. Though I've never boarded dogs, my own dog is extremely friendly, playful, and...
Angelica can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Debora M.


River Forest, IL

$15-50/hr

Love And Care For Your Pet

Friendly and trustworthy, putting pets and their people at ease with reliable, conscientious care. Provide in-home pet sitting and pet care services, including weekend check-ins and feedings, litterbox, cage, and overnight .
Debora can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I have a dog and know how to care for the basic pets, I love animals and can't wait to care for more!
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
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Rebecca V.


La Grange, IL

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Great Sitter From An Animal Family

Hired by 6 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.

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Kaylee G.


Chicago, IL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kaylee and I'm a junior at UIC. I am currently looking for something part time and flexible while I am still in school but am willing to help out whenever I can. I start summer break beginning of May and will be able to work more hours once I am on break! I have over a year of experience in housekeeping and...
5.0
"Kaylee was always respectful when she worked."

Skylar C.

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Mary T.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a pet sitter with experience? I can help!! I have been a pet sitter for two years and love every second of it!
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Heather V.


Melrose Park, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Pet-Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for a good friend's five show dogs (German short hairs). They are not only pet owners but breeders as well. I have taken care of their dogs while they were out of town or just going to be late from work. I love animals so much, I wish that I could have a farm of my own. I have two cats myself. I believe that all...
Heather can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Morgan G.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Pet sitter With Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Morgan and I'm a 23-year-old student at UIUC. I am a huge animal lover, especially dogs and cats, and have 4 dogs and 1 cat of my own, including my pit bull, Tito, who I rescued in September. My aunt and stepsister also own grooming shops. I have worked in my aunts shop (in the grooming business for 20+ years)...
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Sarah F.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr

Experienced Dog/Cat Sitter In Gold Coast

I have experience with babysitting, dog sitting, and am CPR certified. I grew up having dogs and my step-dad is a small animal vet so I know how to properly care for all types of animals. I love every type of dog and am willing to go on walks/runs. I also have a dog park attached to my building if people are interested.
Sarah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She has a great sense of humor and is very easy to get along with. Sarah has a very good head on her shoulders, is practical and logical, and has great intuition . She is always on time and very dependable. I loved working with Sarah, she always knew how to make me...

Eva R.

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Kimberly R.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Lover In The City

I have owned Cats my whole life and currently own 4 cats and 1 dog. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Kimberly can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Kim is great with animals! She likes to play, she will snuggle with them, she takes great walks/ hike adventures with dogs, & she's able to use a variety of collars/ leashes/ training tools! She is always on time, Kim has her own car, & she is always friendly &...

Leslie G.

I would love to provide animal sitting in your own home with dogs of any age, size, breed! (pits are a plus:)) I am excellent at reading dogs and cats body language and respect their unique personalities and boundaries. I am down to play, take them on walks, to parks, and give them a lot of attention and praise.
Sophie can also help with: Pet sitting
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Erin M.


Chicago, IL

$32-50/hr10 yrs exp

The Best Care For Your Best Friend!

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, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
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Cali W.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello fellow pet lovers! My name is Cali, and I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have 5 years of experience with petsitting. I am a proud pet owner myself, and I love animals! I will love and take care of your pets as if they were my own!
Cali can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"The first time I met Cali, I noticed a quality in her lacking in other candidates. She was driven, honest and had a true passion to complete her assignments above and beyond what was expected of her. Cali took the care of my pet to heart. She spent quality time...

Pennie C.

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in River Forest, IL

Rebecca V.

5.0

Becca was so thorough and wonderful with my kitty. She gave detailed reports and pics while we were gone. We felt completely at ease knowing that our cat was being loved and cared for by someone trustworthy. Would highly recommend and intend to use her in the future!

- Care member

Kaylee G.

5.0

Kaylee was always respectful when she worked.

- Skylar C.

Sarah F.

5.0

Sarah has pet sit for me many times. My dog Mose is special needs (half blind and fully deaf). Sarah is patient, kind and loving. She pays close attention to his needs and is incredible about staying on his routine. I would have Sarah pet sit again any time!

- Natalie M.

Kimberly R.

5.0

Kim is great with animals! She likes to play, she will snuggle with them, she takes great walks/ hike adventures with dogs, & she's able to use a variety of collars/ leashes/ training tools! She is always on time, Kim has her own car, & she is always friendly & personable. She takes great, great...

- Leslie G.

Cali W.

5.0

The first time I met Cali, I noticed a quality in her lacking in other candidates. She was driven, honest and had a true passion to complete her assignments above and beyond what was expected of her. Cali took the care of my pet to heart. She spent quality time with my aging pet while making sure...

- Pennie C.

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