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I have cared for several pets in the past. I love animals of all sizes and breeds, and I am willing to provide animal sitting in your own home. I also able to provide baths if needed,
Morgan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Karen K.
Chatham, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently I work part time as a substitute teacher and I also work part time for several families as a nanny. Most of these families have pets such as: fish, cats, and dogs. Some of these families have wanted me to work exclusively with their pet when they were on vacation or working long hours. I have worked with different cat...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Miranda S.
Chatham, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I will provide dog and/or cat sitting in your own home. I love animals and love caring for them, and I have several years of experience doing so. I am comfortable with and get along great with dogs of all sizes and ages. I personally have two kitties at home that I care for. I am comfortable with taking dogs for walks and...
Crystal F.
Chatham, IL
$16-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love dogs and love playing and interacting with them. Don't mind taking dogs on a walk and exercising however you want me too! Like playing tug a war and fetch is my favorite things.
Crystal can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I grew up on a farm. My dad raised beagles. We also had horses, chickens, cat, deer, donkeys. I never knew what my mom was going to bring home. She was a professional groomer. So I've always been around animals. I have a big heart. I have three teenage daughters and a 2-year-old pug/Boston mix. My daughters are older now so I...
Donnelle can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Lindsey S.
Springfield, IL
$15-25/hr
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Lindsey. I am a simple animal lover just looking for for time with them! I have 2 cats and 2 dogs of my own. I would love to hang out with more though! Please let me know if you would be interested in me caring for your pet. Thank you for your time.
Lindsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Ivy G.
Springfield, IL
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ivy, a dedicated and caring professional with a passion for helping people. With 15+ years of experience in childcare, I love creating fun, safe, and educational environments for kids. I'm also here to help with errands, cleaning, organizing, and house sitting to ensure your home runs smoothly. My goal is to...
Ivy can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
I have three crazy dogs of my own and have cared for many pets in the past. I love dogs and cats and have watched dogs and cats. I've also been a dog walker. (The cats prefer to stay at home.)
Katrina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Taylor P.
New Berlin, IL
$13-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as respectful, focused, and positive
I like working with animals because I love seeing all of their different personalities
I'm looking for a job that allows me to be help people and their fur babies out in my downtime
I started working with animals when I was a little girl- my dad had a working...
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting
Misty B.
Pawnee, IL
$15-23/hr
Have fostered kittens for Alp for the last 7 years and have/had cats and dogs throughout my life. Some kittens had to be bottle fed some ate on their own.
Misty can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Eva C.
Springfield, IL
$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have had a dog my whole life and and very comfortable with dogs and would love to live on your animals!
Eva can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Tina B.
Springfield, IL
$15-17/hr
I am available to take care of cats or dogs. I have one cat myself, two grand dogs and 4 grand cats.
Tina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jameela W.
Springfield, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am Jameela .. I am a very dependable person. I love animals and I myself have a cat and a dog.
Jameela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jaycie R.
Springfield, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, i'm Jaycie! I have experience caring for dogs, and other animals, although I am unfortunately allergic to cats. I can ensure they're happy, safe, and well-loved while you're away. I treat every pet like family, send me a message to see how I can help!
Jaycie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Makenna S.
Springfield, IL
$15-17/hr
Animal friendly with experience of caring for animals for many years! Not only love helping out with the kiddos, but the pets too!
Makenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hannah N.
Springfield, IL
$17-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
Cat lover and friend to all dogs!! Looking to help you with your pet needs, from going on walks, to hanging out together, or administering medicine! I'm happy to help and look forward to meeting your animal friends!!
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have taken care of many peoples pet. Ranging from dogs and cats to horses and donkeys to birds and reptiles. I'm a very energetic and respectful person and I would love to help provide care for your pet!
Zvee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
Sinda B.
Springfield, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have watched pets for multiple years, as well as having my own. I am very responsible and love animals, all sizes and ages.
Sinda can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Alyse B.
Springfield, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a dog and a cat of my own and I am a huge animal person! I have volunteer for many different animal shelters one of them being TLC in homer glen, and have learned many different things through those experience and also through numerous books that I have read about animals. Over all I feel like I am more then capable of...
Alyse can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Lily D.
Springfield, IL
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm A SAHM And I Am Very Kind And Ready To Meet Your Little Fur Babies
I have Little experience with dogs. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. One Dog at a time for being very fresh with the experience. I'm in Springfield, IL 62704. I am a new mom with a baby and she would be traveling with me. My mother has plenty of cats so I'm very aware with the responsibility caring for cats. I don't...
Lily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Thayer, IL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Thayer, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of March 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 Thayer, IL?
There are 1 pet care providers in Thayer, 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 Thayer 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 Thayer, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Thayer, 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 Thayer, 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 Thayer, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Thayer, 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 Thayer, 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 Thayer, 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 Thayer, 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 Thayer, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Thayer, 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.