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Pet sitters in Harwood Heights, IL

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Emily R.


Harwood Heights, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

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Animals are an absolute passion for me. After seeing your advertisement for the position of a Pet Sitter for your dog, I'd like to be considered for the same. With my compassionate and caring nature, and familiarity with the basic needs of animals, I have the ability to care for your pet perfectly. I have been fervent about...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine & more
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Elyse P.


Harwood Heights, IL

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Baby Sitter And Dog Walker :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm reliable, patient and I've consistently taken care of pets for friends and family throughout my life. I also worked as a life guard and swim lessons instructor for the last three years, and have experience working with big and small groups of children. I spent an extensive amount of time working with special needs kids....
Elyse can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, my name is Daniel I love babysitting dogs they're very cute cuddly and very friendly. I'm willing to help out if anyone is going on vacation or someone needs a dog sitter. I am willing to travel north Lindenhurst Lake Villa Lakes Antioch you name it and I'm good at taking care of pets.
Daniel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm an experienced and dependable animal sitter. Who has had all sorts of pets in her life. I prioritize the safety and happiness of your pets to ensure they receive the utmost care and attention.
Lillyan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
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Heather V.


Melrose Park, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Pet-Sitter.

5.0

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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 sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Jordan S.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Animal Lover! Experience With Special Needs Animals!

I love animals very much and am willing to bend over backwards for them. My hope is to be an exotic veterinarian one day. I once watched a 16-year-old blind cat named Fatty who would cry out when he was lost very frequently and needed to be administered oral medication. I also have lots of experience pet sitting. One of my cats...
Jordan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Safiyeh U.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Caring, Gentle And Kind, I Love Large And Small Pets Alike!

Hello there! My name is Safiyeh and I have owned and taken care of dogs and smaller pets like rabbits for many years and would love to play with and care for your precious furry friends! I have never met a pet I didn't like and who didn't come to trust me as I am soft spoken and very gentle. I am happy to walk, feed, groom,...
Safiyeh can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Safiyeh is a compassionate caregiver who watched my dog Sasha occasionally when I traveled for work. Sasha can be a nervous dog so we both really appreciated her calm and reassuring presence. She is someone who I know I can trust!"

Katerina S.

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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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Meghan S.


Chicago, IL

$18-28/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely love animals and would love to care for your pets. I have had dogs and cats growing up and feel confident in my ability to care for animals, walk them, or just show them love and attention! I love animals of all sizes and ages, but prefer to provide animal sitting in your own home. Unfortunately my lease does not...
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Meghan was very passionate and responsible during her watch over my 2 yr old when I had to be away from home temporarily for a conference. She constantly updated me on how my son was doing. Very trustworthy!"

Tony P.

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Norma B.


Chicago, IL

$12-16/hr10 yrs exp

Dog Boarding And Pet Care.

I provide dog sitting in my home when the dog parent are away on vacations, prefer small dogs and I can take maximum of 2 at a time. I have 10+ years of experience, taking care multiple pets including my own. I love animals and while under my care they will receive baths, brushing of teeth and tons of love. I will care for your...
Norma can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Norma has been an unusually caring pet sitter, who has greatly exceeded expectations. She has a deep love for animals. Norma has a high level of understanding of the needs of pets, coupled with the ability to handle these needs quite skillfully. Norma also is an...

Mia M.

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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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Leslie G.


Chicago, IL

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, & Animal Caretaker

I have owned pets my entire life. Most recently have a toy poodle and golden doodle. I also have spent the last year representing Banfield Pet Animal Hospital to find sites.
Leslie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Very professional, friendly and responsible!!"

Paul G.

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Juliana L.


Brookfield, IL

$16-30/hr4 yrs exp

Pet-loving Caregiver With A Friendly Husky, Ready To Provide Top-Notch Care!

I adore animals and have over 3 years of experience in pet sitting and dog walking. Recognizing the unique personality and preferences of each pet is crucial to me. I relish walks, whether it's a casual stroll or an adventurous hike. I am available to accommodate pets at my place, providing a comfortable and caring environment...
Juliana can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of entrusting Juliana with the care of my two beloved pets, Murphy and Peanut, while I was away on a trip. I can confidently say that Juliana's exceptional pet-sitting services exceeded all of my expectations, and I would wholeheartedly...

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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: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, 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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Blake N.


Chicago, IL

$12-17/hr7 yrs exp

Accommodating And Responsible Cat Lover

I have had three cats in my adult life that I dearly loved. I've cat sat for friends' kittens, young or old cats for many years. Specifically, I have great game playing skills for cats. Whether it's a cat walker or a ball, I can get a lot of cats exercising through play. I am great at nail clipping, grooming, and learning about...
Blake can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, grooming
5.0
"Blake is a clear communicator and easy to work with. I was particularly impressed by his creativity in getting my cats to be more active, as well as his talent for trimming nails. I would highly recommend Blake for cat care. "

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Morgan G.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/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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Michael N.


Niles, IL

$20-24/hr

Just A Guy Who Loves To Care For Pets.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am recently the proud owner of a Hungarian Vizsla and have learned so much about pet care. I can help with basic pet care needs as well as dog walking, pet sitting and boarding. Pets mean so much to me and I would love to care for your special companion with the same love I care for my own pet. I can also help with your meal...
Michael can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"Michael is great with my Miniature Poodle. He has been walking my dog regularly and couldn't be happier. He's very dependable and punctual."

Maja L.

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Danielle P.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Animal Lover

I am a huge animal lover. We have always had cats and dogs around in the family for as long as I can remember. I often volunteer at animal shelters in my free time. I am usually the person my family and friends call on when they are in need of a pet sitter and I absolutely love hanging out with their furry friends.
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Emily G.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dog Walker/Sitter + Other Pet Care!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

*Fully vaccinated *Own small, medium, & large crates I currently am "parent" to a sweet guinea pig named Praline. I grew up with my family's dog, and have professional experience with all kinds of pets as well; I worked at a dog day care for a few years where I would supervise up to 25 dogs at a time playing in a yard! I have...
Emily can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Emily and her husband are the absolute best. Total peace of mind leaving our fur babies with her. I cannot recommend her highly enough."

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Gail F.


Morton Grove, IL

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

As well as babysitting and nannying, I have taken care for many cats and (mostly) dogs. I have experience going to the person's home to hang out with the pet, feed them and give them water, take them on walks, and play outside in accessible. I love to send pictures to the owners of the pets to show them they are having a fun...
Gail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Harwood Heights, IL

Safiyeh U.

5.0

Safiyeh is a compassionate caregiver who watched my dog Sasha occasionally when I traveled for work. Sasha can be a nervous dog so we both really appreciated her calm and reassuring presence. She is someone who I know I can trust!

- Katerina S.

Meghan S.

5.0

Meghan was very passionate and responsible during her watch over my 2 yr old when I had to be away from home temporarily for a conference. She constantly updated me on how my son was doing. Very trustworthy!

- Tony P.

Norma B.

5.0

Norma has been an unusually caring pet sitter, who has greatly exceeded expectations. She has a deep love for animals. Norma has a high level of understanding of the needs of pets, coupled with the ability to handle these needs quite skillfully. Norma also is an excellent communicator. She...

- Mia M.

Leslie G.

5.0

Leslie is reliable, gives updates while we’re away and is always in good spirits

- Care member

Juliana L.

5.0

I recently had the pleasure of entrusting Juliana with the care of my two beloved pets, Murphy and Peanut, while I was away on a trip. I can confidently say that Juliana's exceptional pet-sitting services exceeded all of my expectations, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of...

- Care member

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