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Find pet sitters in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
744 pet sitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 2 years
Pet sitters in Chicago, IL
I am a PhD student in Chicago who loves pets! Will take your dogs walking or sit for your dogs and cats.
Claire can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I'm Lesley :) I'm looking to share the love I have for dogs with yours. I grew up with my family dog who I was able to train and inspired me to volunteer at PAWS Chicago. Working at PAWS for over a year has allowed me to work with a large variety of dogs and adapt to their needs. I'm here to help with walks, errands, and...
Lesley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Dina S.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have pet care experience with dogs and cats. I've had dogs and cats of my own. I love animals and have volunteered my time at shelters. I also work as a pet sitter and occasional dog walker.
Dina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I have grown up with 2 dogs and 4 cats in my childhood household. My family and I love animals. I have also helped dog sit for both a family I babysat for and for my family friends. I would love to be around animals again. I just moved out to DC after graduating from college in May...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love dogs and recently spent the past year dog sitting/walking my boss' Australian Shepard, Jasper, all throughout my college campus in between classes. I spend a lot of time around my friends' dogs and often walk them around town. I'm available all summer to do drop ins or walks!
Dinah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi there! I love animals and have been pet sitting for many years. I hope to have some fun with your pet children! :)
Nina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Jessica C.
Chicago, IL
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Cared from dogs of all sizes, from French bulldogs all the way to St. Bernard. I have 8 years of experience between dog sitting in your own home and dog walking. I enjoy spending time with pets and taking care of them. Make sure the dogs receive an appropriate amount of food and water, enough time outside/exercising by taking...
Anna K.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dog owner myself! I have experience boarding and caring for a variety of breeds and sizes. I'm happy to discuss dog sitting, walking and boarding (after we've spent some time together!) Please reach out if you need help!
Anna can also help with: Boarding
Emma P.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr
Hello - my name is Emma. I live on the side of Chicago & am looking to help out with dog sitting / walking when needed.
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I absolutely love caring for animals, and I treat every pet as if they were my own. Whether it's feeding, walking, playing, or just giving lots of love and attention, I make sure every pet feels happy and cared for while their owners are away.
I'm experienced with dogs, cats, and even small pets, and I'm comfortable handling...
Zynnea can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
I've cared for pets all my life, and had many furry friends and fam over the years. I grew up with 2 kitties that we had for close to 20 years (Teela and Muffy lol), then had 2 family dogs both beautiful Husky mixes (Tasha and Roxy)
I've also pet and house-sat privately and professionally, caring for Dogs, Cats, Iguanas,...
Brad can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Adelina Z.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I would call myself an animal lover, having been raised around so many different pets. I have experience with cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, fish, reptiles, and even rats! I have paid experience dog walking / sitting and cat sitting. But, I would be open to helping with a wide variety of pets!
Adelina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Mary B.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am willing to also help with pet sitting! I love animals, especially dogs. My experience with pet sitting is about 5 years, I am open to doing long weekends or walks during my lunch break since I work from home!
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very energetic and enthusiastic person. You will never see me without a smile on my face! Even though I have few experience pet sitting, I frequently volunteered at animal shelters when I was younger! I have one dog on my own which was a foster fail, so I understand gaining trust and love from our furry friends. I studied...
Valeria can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! I have been watching pets my whole life! Dogs, cats, birds. All different energy levels and breeds. I found myself dog sitting / house sitting at the age of 9 and have now done it for so many dogs and families! I am unemployed until July 8th so I am looking to fill my time walking / sitting pets!
Serena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Stella A.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love all animals and have done pet sitting for dogs and cats intermittently for 3 years. Most recently I cared for 2 dogs for 10 days while the family was traveling. I will not only feed them but spend some quality time with them so they feel loved and safe.
Stella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Alena O.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alena and I live in downtown Chicago. I work full time as a registered nurse and am looking for opportunities to work on my days off (4 days a week). I love pets and feel very comfortable around them (I have two dogs) and would be willing to sit for them, walk them, feed them etc. Please contact me for references...
Alena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jada M.
Chicago, IL
$17-30/hr
Hello! I have experience and success with dog sitting and walking in the past. I would love to connect with anyone looking for help, ideally for a part-time position. Thank you!
Jada can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I am an art student at SAIC and I would love to sit on your pets! Heh, I mean, I would love to petsit for you!
Piera can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Karen J.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am very reliable, trustworthy, very patient and understanding person who accommodates well in changing situations. I absolutely love animals and do my best to protect them at all cost as well as providing a fun and safe environment for them. I would love to help!
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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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 $18.15 per hour as of April, 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 744 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 Rating4.9 / 5
Pet Sitters in Chicago, IL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 154 reviews of the 744 listed pet sitters.