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Jocelyn P.
Oak Lawn, IL
$16-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been surrounded by animals my whole life. I have taken care both small and large dogs. I also know and have many years of experience how to take care of cats and reptiles and small mammals. I currently don't go to school so I have open availability. I have my own car so I can travel.
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet sitting
I provide boarding for dogs up to 40 pounds and I provide hourly dog sitting in your own home. I have had experience taking care of dogs my whole life and I currently have a 20-pound guy named Tebow. I have experience administering eye medication, ear medication, and pills to dogs who need them.
Julia O.
Oak Lawn, IL
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have pets since I was born. Dogs are my favorite but I love animals in general. My dream was to be a vet. I have a dog in Brazil but now I'm living here and he's living with my parents...
I'd describe my personality as kind, thoughtful and funny.
I like working with animals because they are so pure and kind
I'm looking...
Callie P.
Oak Lawn, IL
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experienced dog walker and sitter. Building my schedule currently. Open to any type of arrangement with sitting.
Callie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have almost 15 years of dog and animal experience from growing up with animals, there's nothing I can't handle
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Alicia F.
Oak Lawn, IL
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I absolutely love to spend my time with dogs. I seek to express that in offering daily dog walking and/or feeding services. My experience with dogs spans all sizes, ages, and temperaments. Professionally, I have been working as a bather/grooming assistant for a nearly a year and personally I have a great deal of experience with...
Alicia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
Jeremy S.
Oak Lawn, IL
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello my name is Jeremy, Im a illinois state registered CNA and Phlebotomist. I am looking into going into nursing because I strongly believe the impact you can make on someones day for small time youre with them makes a difference.
Jeremy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Ausra V.
Oak Lawn, IL
$5-10/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Ausra, I'm Lithuanian. I live in Oak Lawn.
I am a very big animal lover. I have grown up with dogs and have a lot of experience caring, including bathing. I also have experience pet-sitting for families that are out of town. I have done so for my brother's family almost every year. I am able take complete care of...
Ausra can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, grooming
Ariana H.
Palos Park, IL
$15-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ariana and I am 28 years old. I am currently an academic advisor and I have a Masters degree. I have various experience ranging within the fields of administration, nonprofit, education, retail, etc.
I have two dogs, a French Mastiff named Gru and a Pug mix named Buddy. During my spare time, I enjoy spending...
Ariana can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us with pet care and keeping up with our home (cleaning, errands, organization, etc.) and does an unbelievable...
Kaitlin A.
Marina C.
Chicago, IL
$12-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello!
Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I became a pet sitter because it is my passion to help others, so to give back to owners and animals is very rewarding!
I've been boarding, walking and house-sitting for the last 5 years, so I...
Marina can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Marina was so great! She provided me with updates throughout the day and my dog Steve loved her! I would highly recommend and will definitely use her in the future."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dog mom to a 2-year-old Pit Terrier so I know what it takes to care for a dog. I can provide in home dog sitting and have a very flexible schedule. I love dogs all sizes and can guarantee your pet will be in good hands.
Ariella can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings!
I'm Kelly, an animal lover, providing excellent care for all fur babies!
I LOVE animals and grew up surrounded by the love of cats and dogs.
I'm very passionate about caring for animals and enjoy being of service.
I am compassionate, reliable, and experienced.
I look forward to connecting and building a long...
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kelly was fantastic. Empathetic and very professional. I would absolutely recommend Kelly for care, especially for the elderly."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love all animals, I have experience with bedridden after Spain surgery dog . I was training, massaging, walking, bathing, grooming , feeding . in 2008 I was finished Academy of dog grooming school. if you have interested please contact me, thank you
Kristina can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have two dogs and hire Kristina all the time when I am going on vacation or business trips.She is very honest and worm person, always take the best care of my dogs.Also she gives them bath before I pick up them.I very very recommend her!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as loyal, friendly and hard worker.
I like working with animals because they are full of unconditional love.
I'm looking for a job that I find rewarding, I love caring for animals.
I started working with animals when 2016.
I enjoy grocery shopping for others, house cleaning, errands...
Christine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Christine M. has worked for us a number of years and she is punctual, thorough, professional and helpful. She can provide a multitude of services and will not disappoint you. We will certainly utilize her services in the future and can highly recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(3)
I'm an animal advocate and also working as a pet care provider. I love your pets as if they are my own and take the best possible care of them! I do have my own dogs including one with special needs.
Extensive experience caring for dogs, plus experience with cats and fish.
Please contact me for more information.
Lizzi can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Samantha S.
Orland Park, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for pets. Currently I walk a German Shepard three times a week. I also help another family with their cats occasionally. Message me if interested
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We own a 100lb german shepherd who is not the easiest to handle and Samantha is very good with him. They became friends right away and he gets extremely excited to see her each week. Samantha is very good with him and we appreciate how caring she is. She gives us...
Nichlas K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kristy! I graduated from NIU with my bachelors in communications. Since then I've been a nanny, dog walker, and a senior caretaker. I love not being tied down to just one job! Taking care of animals and people are my two biggest passions. I am very reliable, outgoing, kind, and genuine. I love to help anyone...
Kristy can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kristy is amazing! She began helping us earlier this year & is such a hard worker & truly kind and sweet girl! She is communicative, prompt, and detail-oriented. She's not afraid of lugging my laundry up & down the stairs, or rolling up our rug - she even takes...
Michelle B.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I've had dogs and cats since I was little and have over 20 years of sitting experience. I have 3 dogs and 5 cats. I foster cats/kittens, dogs/puppies through PAWS of Tinley Park animal shelter. I also can administer fluids, shots and medications. I love all animals and will treat your animals like they are my own.
I'm sorry but...
Karen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"She really cares about the pets in her care. One of our 3 cats is diabetic and requires shots every 12 hours. She made sure she was here on time to give him his shot. Our cats loved her and were very happy. We could not have been more pleased with Karen. She...
Julianne A.
5.0
(2)
I am very fond of dogs. Big dogs, little dogs, old dogs and puppies. I might say I like dogs a lot more than I like a lot of people. My family has two goldens and a frenchie and we love them dearly. They are a major part of our family and I will show your loved ones that same care and consideration. I have experience pet...
Jasmyn can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Jennifer M.
Summit Argo, IL
$16-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I m easy going understanding and multitalented in many avenues of working. I hold a perc card have security licenses . First Aid and AED Certified caregiver license working with many seniors with many Long term health issues. Enjoyed house sitting with animals for years , for traveling families.
References upon request.
Have...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Jennifer is the consummate professional. She is detail-oriented, dependable, thoughtful, and above all else caring. Jennifer goes above and beyond for her patients and treats them like her own family. I always knew my dad was well cared for and could trust her to...
Jeremy M.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Oak Lawn, IL
Ariana H.
5.0
Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us with pet care and keeping up with our home (cleaning, errands, organization, etc.) and does an unbelievable job. She is wonderful with...
- Kaitlin A.
Marina C.
5.0
Marina was so great! She provided me with updates throughout the day and my dog Steve loved her! I would highly recommend and will definitely use her in the future.
- Care member
Kelly M.
5.0
Kelly was fantastic. Empathetic and very professional. I would absolutely recommend Kelly for care, especially for the elderly.
- Care member
Kristina S.
5.0
Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet.
She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing :)
Nice to find someone you can trust!
- Care member
Christine M.
5.0
Christine M. has worked for us a number of years and she is punctual, thorough, professional and helpful. She can provide a multitude of services and will not disappoint you. We will certainly utilize her services in the future and can highly recommend her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Oak Lawn, IL
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Oak Lawn, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $13.25 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Oak Lawn, IL?
There are 28 pet care providers in Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Oak Lawn, 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.