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Maripat U.

Family Pet Sitter, Walker & Care Giver

Downers Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
My neighbors call me the Dog lover, I have been watching dogs, cats & birds on our Downers Grove block & in nearby towns for about 8 years. I also walk our dog Otto regularly, He is a 80lb. Labradoodle. I am reliable, kind and responsible as an animal care giver and as a pet or house sitter.
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Kay

Downers Grove, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Ever since I was a child, I have always had a special connection with animals. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to care for a variety of animals, from dogs and cats and birds. The dedication and love that I put into caring for animals is something that brings me immense joy and satisfaction. There is no better feeling...
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Danielle N.'s Photo

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Have 2 King Charles dogs of my own. Have experience animal sitting for family and friends dogs, cats, birds, and Ginny pigs!
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Elmhurst, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up with a house full of animals. We had dogs, birds, fish, and others! Along with living with animals, I've pet sat for a few years.
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Cemre B.'s Photo

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
Grooming
pet walking
I had a bird, a dog, and a cat each during different times in my life, and each one brought me special memories. My bird loved sitting on my shoulder while I walked outside together. Later, I had a playful dog who enjoyed daily walks and made my childhood so much fun. During university, I adopted a kitten who had been abandoned...
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Griselda U.'s Photo

La Grange, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Griselda a lifelong animal lover, dedicated to the care and companionship of their pets. I share my home with a lively bird and a diabetic dog, ensuring both receive the love, attention, and specialized care they need. With a passion for animals that spans their entire life, I find joy in daily walks and playful...
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Aubrey S.'s Photo

Westmont, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
Lifelong animal lover and have worked with a variety of animals in my graduate career. I have two cats of my own but I've also worked for a zoo, and managed populations of birds and mice during my graduate career in addition to pet sitting. My availability is flexible.
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Karol P.'s Photo

Melrose Park, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
For me, caring for animals means providing them with love, respect, affection, and attention so they can live healthy and happy lives. As long as I can remember, I've always had animals in my home: dogs, cats, parakeets, fish, iguanas, birds, horses, cows, roosters, hens, and many chicks, among others. Of course, I come from a...
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Mairi M.'s Photo

Pet Sitter

Glendale Heights, IL

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$12/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a seasoned bird, cat and dog owner. I will treat your furry or feathered family member as my own!
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Previous Dog, Cat, Birds Small Pet Owner.

Wheaton, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
My 17-year-old poodle passed on recently and I'd love to take care of yours! I gave over 20 years experience caring for pets small and large. I've trained all my dogs, standard poodles and mixed breeds. Thanks for your time!
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Part-time Animal Caregiver Or Babysitter. Flexible Hours

Wheaton, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I have previous experience raising animals throughout much of my life and have been caregiver for traveling families. I had a toy poodle in my family from early childhood to the age of 19, it was my job to feed and walk her, and make sure she was bathed. I also help my mother care for her five birds. Additionally, I have taken...
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I've Never Met A Pet Who Wasn't Perfect

Westmont, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
Let me be clear, I've seen quite a wide array of animals, but never one that I haven't loved. Our family had a dog named Jabba. He slowly lost his back end faculties and then movement. His aggressive nature made it impossible to get him care of so I helped take care of him til his last day. I would clean him every morning and...
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Pet Care

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I love animals and I have a dog (An adorable creamsicle colored Pomeranian who has his own children's book series), an orange-tabby cat and two beautiful golfish (Orandas). I have also owned, birds and hamsters in the past, and I have experience working with a dog groomer, and I am also a...
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Molly G.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Manager at a Petco for 7 years. Owner of a dog. Have experience caring for people's dogs, cats, fish, turtles, and birds.
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Virginia M.'s Photo

La Grange, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Virginia and I will happily take care of your pets because mine is all the way back in illinois. I have been watching dogs, birds, cats, turtles, hamsters, lizards, basically any animal you can put in a house, I have watched! My landlord does not allow large animals (cat and above) in our complex, but I am more than...
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Destiny R.'s Photo

Wheaton, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I bring life-long personal experience caring for a wide-range of pets - from rats to birds to dogs to cats. I treat every animal with the same love, attention, and respect I give my own. You can count on me to provide reliable care, keep routines consistent, and ensure your pet feels safe and happy while you're away. Your...
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Hello I'm Jenni

Lombard, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
administration of medicine
dog training
I like working with animals because I love furbabies ever since I was little ive loved animal they bring me immense joy I started working with animals when I was little i've had cats dogs birds squirrels snakes fish i've took in plenty of animals and houses them until I found homes and kept some In my spare time, I like to...
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Jenna D.'s Photo

Woodridge, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Jenna, and I'm here to care for your pets like they're my own! I'm a lifelong animal lover with years of experience taking care of all types of pets from dogs and cats to small mammals and birds. I understand that every pet is unique, and I'm committed to providing personalized care tailored to their individual...
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Yvonne G.'s Photo

Naperville, IL

from
$12/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have always been an animal lover. Growing up, we had fish, a dog, a cat and a bird. While raising our family, we have had dogs, bunnies, frogs, fish and a cat. I love being a pet owner, and caring for their well being. They mean the world to me.
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  • 60 bird sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.33/hr as of December 2025

FAQ for finding bird sitters near you in Downers Grove, IL

A bird sitter can act as a babysitter for your pet bird. They can make sure your bird has enough fresh food and water. They can also play with them and clean their cages. The bird sitter may need to administer medicine if that’s something your bird requires. When hiring a bird sitter near you in Downers Grove, IL, it’s important you interview them and make sure you’re on the same page about what types of responsibilities you need them to take on.

Hiring a bird sitter near you in Downers Grove, IL costs an average of $18.33 per hour as of November, 2025. Bird sitter rates will vary depending on where you live, how many birds require care, and the types of services you may need. Bird sitters may also choose to charge a fixed day rate for their services.

You can use Care.com to help you find a bird sitter near you by filtering and sorting local bird sitter profiles by distance from Downers Grove. You can compare bird sitter options near you by reading about their experience and the types of services they offer. You can even read reviews from other bird owners.

While we strongly recommend you do your own research (such as conducting an independent background check and interviews) before hiring anyone to come into your home to care for your pet birds, we do ask all bird sitters on Care.com to complete a background check called a Care Check. If a provider near you in Downers Grove, IL completes this background check, there will be a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.

You can use Care.com to search for more general pet sitters and bird sitters. You can also look for bird sitters that specialize in certain types of birds such as an exotic bird sitter or parrot sitter. If you own farm animals such as ducks or chickens, you can also look for specialized care. The type of caregivers available in your area can vary near you in Downers Grove, IL.

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