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60 pet care are listed in Wood Dale, IL

The average rate is $21/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for pet care is 6 years

Pet care in Wood Dale, IL

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Aubrey M.


Wood Dale, IL

$38/hr6 yrs exp

Your Pets Home Away From Home!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken care of animals of all kinds and also owned animals of all kinds since I was little. I've had my own dog walking business before and just love being around animals. Fur babies are family! Your pet will be taken care of as if it's at their home away from home! I have also worked as a vet assistant before and loved...
Aubrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Aubrey and her family did a great job taking care of our dogs. She gave them plenty of attention and exercise while providing daily updates. Win Win!"

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Jonie M.


Wood Dale, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Dog, Cat, Fish & Plant Owner

Hello I am a vetted dog walker, I own three cats previously owned two dogs one of which I took through obedience training years ago and I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make sure things are done just as you like while you're away. I also am a part-time store manager and caregiver/personal assistant, basically a trusted...
Jonie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She has a strong work ethic and is always reliable. She even tended my garden for weeks on end last year while I was away due to a family emergency. Any human, pet or plant...

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Beata B.


Wood Dale, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm very experienced person to care dogs and cats . I love pets . My first dog "Tusia" pass away, she was 15 years old . I have from 6 years cute , funny and very lovely "Bella" , she's golden retriever and from 7 years cat blue Russian "Kicia" , she likes only at night sleep with our bed . Thank you for Your time!
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Jessica S.


Wood Dale, IL

$15-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a 23-year-old animal lover! I have grown up with many pets my whole life. I currently have 3 dogs. I have experience taking care of dogs, cats, fish and birds.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Ashlee L.


Wood Dale, IL

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Certified Veterinary Assistant

I've always been an animal lover and I believe every pet should be treated with care. I have a certificate to work as a Veterinary Assistant. I'm comfortable with all kinds of pets and I have experience with house sitting.
Ashlee can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I have been petsitting for dogs, cats, rabbits, turtles, fish for over 20 years. I am also the Founder and President of Illinois Birddog Rescue at Ilbirddog a local dog rescue with extra special skills as I work with a lot of dogs and puppies with health and behavior problems especially helping them gain confidence through a lot...
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, dog training, administration of medicine
Skills:

NAPPS Certified

Bonded and insured

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Matina S.


Carol Stream, IL

$11-18/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I love dogs and cats. I have 2 dogs myself and 3 cats... Would love to meet your dog(s)/cat(s). Looking for some sweet fur babies to give my time to.
Matina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Julie H.


Schaumburg, IL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Dog Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am 29 years old, I've had dogs my whole life. I currently have a teddy bear pup name grizzly. He is my pride and joy! never even been away from him for more than 5 hours because I just miss him too much!(yes that is true!) Being around dogs make you feel a special kind of love. All they want to do is to make us happy and I...
Julie can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding
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Annika S.


Park Ridge, IL

$8-13/hr4 yrs exp

The Best Puppy Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a bachelors degree in elementary education (K-8). I currently work as a 6th grade science teacher and have babysat and nannied for seven years now which led me to be so passionate about my major. I love to babysit and provide tutoring. Can't wait to hear from you!
Annika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming
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Renee N.


Bloomingdale, IL

$14-23/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love animals. I've always had a pet. Grew up with a Doberman pincher. So I'm used to big dogs. I have 2 cats and they are my babies. I'm in an apartment and dogs not allowed until many residents are getting dogs cause they are emotional support dogs from approval of a doctor. So I have just been approved for a dog so I'm very...
Renee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"She is very friendly dependable She took care of our dog for 10 days. She took him for long walks end fed him. She even send us pictures of our dog and write to us while we were gone I would definitely recommend Renee to take care your dog."

Jolanta F.

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Mary B.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Dog Lover At Your Service!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up with a dog and now as an adult, have my own Newfoundland. I have cared for friends' dogs while they have been away. I love medium and large breed dogs and enjoy taking them for walks or to play at the park. I also owned a pet hedgehog that I inherited from the classroom, where I taught.
Mary can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Helene O.


Prospect Heights, IL

$21/hr9 yrs exp

4.3

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Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

I love all kitties of any color, stripe, or fur length. **Cats are my specialty*, and I have been caring for them professionally since December 2011 with 30 years+ sharing my life with them. Membership is with **Pet Sitters International**, and I am a **Certified Professional Pet Sitter** with PSI for most companion animals....
Helene can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Helene was terrific! I was out of town for over a week and she sent me pictures of my kitties every time she came to visit so I had them when I was missing them. It was great how responsive she was and she also did great giving one of my more difficult cats her...

Mallory B.

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Jodine S.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$19-27/hr2 yrs exp

Kids And Animals Create Joy!

I never had kids and am 43. I was wired to have kids as many in my life have told me, but the cards just didn't fall into place. With this void, I am looking to fulfill my needs which make so happy! I am ready to spread my contagious happiness with you and your family, including pets! I provide all types of help with your...
Jodine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Sharayah G.


Bloomingdale, IL

$15-29/hr4 yrs exp

I have been a pet owner for over 18 year and an animal over my own nature life. With my services, a client can rest assure that their pet is being well cared for by someone who is responsible, attentive, kind, and trustworthy. Being a pet owner myself I truly understand the significance of entrusting your pet to someone,...
Sharayah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sharayah is so helpful! She is the first person I call when I need assistance with errands or helping me with my pets. She often is able anticipate what I need and is always on time. Sharayah puts 100% of herself is everything that she does."

Sara R.

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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover Seeks Pets to Care For!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dependable Pet Sitter with 10 years of experience providing in-home care to dogs, cats and other various animals. Patient and kind individual skillful in administering needed medications and observing pets for changes. In-depth knowledge of animal feeding and eating habits. Attentive Pet Sitter committed to keeping owners...
Lorraine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"I hired Lorraine for pet care. She was very easy to work with, dependable, and communicative. I plan to use her again and would definitely recommend her!"

Mark C.

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Veronica A.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr6 yrs exp

The Kind Of Care Your Pets Deserve

Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood

My name is Veronica. I've been pet sitting for 6 years and I am also a veterinary technician been in the field for 5 years. I currently work at an emergency veterinary hospital that sees dogs, cats and exotics. I'm very experienced in caring for all species. I have the experience to care for animals that need the extra care. I'm...
Veronica can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Veronica is very trustworthy and dependable. She took a daily picture of Oscar, which was very nice."

Suzanne M.

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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet-sitter or Dog Walker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an animal lover and have owned pets all my life - dogs, cats, hamsters, and fish. I will care for your pet as if my own. I am a certified Vet's Assistant from Animal Behavioral College. I have walked a Great Dane and Greater Swiss Mountain dogs in Glenview, and have house sat with a Bengal Cat, Swiss Mountain dogs, Boston...
Vicky can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Vicky is a great companion to our young and active dog. Her calm nature and joyful attitude keeps Buddy eager for her appointments! We have been very pleased with this relationship. Five-Star*"

Joanne R.

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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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Adrienne H.


Lombard, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Veterinary Nurse

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Adrienne and I am available for mostly pet care, but can also provide other services like cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, organization, childcare, errands, and open to other services, including painting, etc. I am an experienced certified veterinary nurse looking to help the local community! I have 20+...
Adrienne can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Adrienne is awesome! We hired her for a long weekend, and she stayed at our house. We have 3 dogs and 1 cat, and they all took to her immediately. She was very attentive, detail oriented, and kept us informed during our trip. We loved getting pictures while we...

Debi C.

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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Dog Walker / Sitter

I'm an animal advocate and involved in animal rescue. I have experience walking, feeding, giving medication, bathing, light grooming, playing and of course loving on dogs!
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Wood Dale, IL

Aubrey M.

5.0

Aubrey and her family did a great job taking care of our dogs. She gave them plenty of attention and exercise while providing daily updates. Win Win!

- Care member

Jonie M.

5.0

I interviewed Jonie for a pet-sitter position. She was punctual and professional and listened well to direction. She clearly has a passion for animal car and the dogs loved her!

- Care member

Renee N.

5.0

My dog has flourished under Renee's care. He has issues that make him very anxious and distrustful of strangers. But she's worked with him, and she's so caring with animals that he's relaxed a lot. She goes the extra mile when she plays with him. He's come to love her in a very short time!

- Anne W.

Helene O.

5.0

Helene was terrific! I was out of town for over a week and she sent me pictures of my kitties every time she came to visit so I had them when I was missing them. It was great how responsive she was and she also did great giving one of my more difficult cats her medicine every morning. I would highly...

- Mallory B.

Sharayah G.

5.0

Sharayah started out cleaning my home after an event I was hosting, but after I saw what a wonderful job she did I continued to use her to clean my home. I have long days at work often and she mentioned that she also can help with pup if ever needed, so I also took her up on that and they have been...

- Mia R.

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