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Find pet sitters in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
748 pet sitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 2 years
Pet sitters in Chicago, IL
Hi My name is Nataly, I'm a 21 year college transfer classes student, I live in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago, I've been a person who has been surrounded by pets since I can remember, I've have experience with plenty of dogs, cats and also birds!
I've taken care of my own pets, sadly my 4 paw family members are not with me...
Nataly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Molly B.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr
Hello! My name's Molly, I'd love to take care of your dog/cat. I have a lot of experience, from sitting a terrier for 5 weeks to sitting 10 Labradors for 4 days.
I have taken care of 6-week-old puppies and feisty cats. I work at a local preschool from 8:00-5:00 on weekdays Let me know if I sound like a good fit for you and your...
Molly can also help with: Pet sitting
Carolyn D.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Have had pets my whole life have been sitting pets over 20+ years. Love all animals. Have been around exotic pets domesticated and have assisted with livestock.
Carolyn can also help with: Pet sitting
Kylie C.
Chicago, IL
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm highly experienced in pet care- from caring for my own animals to sitting on app. I also previously fostered hospice dogs and have a passion for senior & special needs dogs.
Kylie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Jacquelynn B.
Chicago, IL
$17-30/hr
Hello, I'm a life time pet owner. My family has owned multiple cats and one dog throughout my life. I also experience with petsitting jobs since I was a teenager, and handling pet care duties that came up during babysitting jobs. Part of the reason I decided to make this profile is because I simply love animals and enjoy getting...
Jacquelynn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Kaycee C.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have had experiences with and have been an animal lover my whole life! I have always had a house full of animals. I currently have two amazing dogs who are my world! I know how important my pets are to me so I know how to treat someone's pet like my own! Let's chat more if you need either dog walker, sitter, or anything of...
Kaycee can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
Sydne P.
Chicago, IL
$16-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experience boarding and pet sitting for 3+ years. I have a labradoodle of my own and understand the day to day needs of caring for your pet.
Sydne can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Laura G.
Chicago, IL
$17-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
I grew up with birds and fishes and I had the opportunity to take care of cats and dogs because my friends have pets. Sometimes in my free time I am a pet sitter for dogs.
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Zoe L.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi all! My name is Zoe and I have experiehelp with things around the house, as well as walk dogs.nce pet sitting dogs and cats. I have experience watching pets while families are out of town, as well as pet sitting on a regular basis throughout the week. I am happy to
Zoe can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello my name is Carmen V and I have been for the past two years been taking care of her cat while at work I love to play with her and feed her I really enjoy it and for another 2 years I have been dog walking and dog house sitting where I would spend the night some time go for walks playing at the park
Carmen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've administered diabetes shots. Loved dogs and cats all of my life. Lived many months in Argentina with 7 street dogs which we took in, groomed, took care of (some were beat up pretty bad). Open to high amounts of walking and flexible. I like working with animals because they are precious and valuable to me, they've impacted...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I have over 6 years experience caring for farm animals professionally, as well as years of experience caring for and sitting dogs from yorkie size to poodles. Massive lover of animals and mom to a 2-year-old kitty.
Kaylee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Kaylee and I am a theatre artist and Chicago transplant. I have been pet sitting for my family and other local families for many years. I grew up with pets, always having a cat, dog, or fish around. I have my own cat who I have to try very hard not to spoil and am a big animal lover. Always looking to learn...
Kaylee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I started pet grooming in 2019, studying under 2 groomers of over a decade I became very confident in working with pets of different temperaments and breeds. I would spend time in the daycares I worked with frequently. I've taken jobs pet sitting since I was a teenager and love to help take care of people's animal friends.
Spencer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am able to provide animal sitting in your home, provide dog walks, and quick drop ins. I'm an experienced in pet care and have had 5+ years experience. I am able to administer medications, feed, exercise, groom and bathe your dog. Because my job gives me the summers off, I am available all day and night for pet care. I love...
Ilsa Reina can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have pets of my own , one small dog and one large dog. I have experience with taking care of dogs of an sizes and personalities
Johana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kaley B.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner and dog sitter with great references and 5+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages!
Kaley can also help with: Pet sitting
My name is Lucie, and I am a 23-year-old graduate student in New York City. I provide cat sitting in your home. I have been a cat owner all my life and have over 15 years of experience sitting for cats of all ages, dispositions, and health needs. I can administer medication (spray or pills) and am not fazed by hairballs or other...
Lucia can also help with: Pet sitting
Educator looking for summer work. I have experience teaching, babysitting, home cleaning, and pet sitting.
Jaime can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Maggie K.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Cats and small dogs are my specialty! I have a patient and kind presence that pets find soothing and it gives me genuine satisfaction when I know the animals under my care feel happy and safe! I've been pet sitting for 5+ years for a variety of clients and their pets. I have excellent references and am known for going the extra...
Maggie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Chicago, IL
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Chicago, IL?
Hiring a pet sitter in Chicago, IL will cost an average of $17.66 per hour as of February, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Chicago that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in Chicago, IL can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Chicago. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 748 pet sitters in Chicago, IL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
Ratings for Chicago, IL pet sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Pet Sitters in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 165 reviews of the 748 listed pet sitters.