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Rebecca V.

Great Sitter From An Animal Family

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
My entire life, we have had multiple animals in our house. With my mother working at an animal hospital, we frequently would foster animals ranging from kittens, to ducks, to bunnies. I currently have just a cat. for awhile I had a senior center going at my house. As there's been lots of life changes, I love watching other...

Care Member says "Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the most...

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Pet Care For You Vacation Needs Or Emergency Situations.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I will also walk your dog until all your "business" is finished. Waste pick up, of course. Cold weather, rain, snow, heat, I will be there for your pet. Long walks are not an issue. I have one dog, a Pit bull named Thor. We rescued him in July of 09. *Fish care per your instruction. *Cats, I love them. Liter box cleaned every...

Care Member says "Erika was great! Communication was excellent and she was so good with maddux! Would hire again! "

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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Chicago, IL

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have always been an animal lover. I grew up on a horse farm in Missouri and currently have 2 dogs and 2 cats. I would love to help with your fluffy family members!
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Experienced Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm passionate about animals and have a lot of experience caring for cats and dogs of all ages, sizes, and temperaments. I've had pets my whole life, volunteer at animal shelters, and am dedicated to providing the best care for your furry friends. I'm reliable, responsible, and have a very flexible schedule. Please reach out if...
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Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
I am an empathetic and attentive care giver for all creatures. Unfortunately I can no longer board animals, but I maintain an excellent rating for dog and cat care. I am comfortable with animals large and small, from mucking stalls to cuddling with cats to feeding snakes. I am available for drop in visits, walks,...
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Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
dog training
Hello I'm Kayla. I offer services such as; Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking. I do have experience with animals as I have two cats
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An Animal Lover Who Wishes To Aid Others

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have always been fascinated by animals, whether it be a dog, cat, monitor lizard, or praying mantis, I've always wanted to observe and care for them. When I was younger I have contributed to dog sitting with my family back in 2017 and took care of multiple school pets such as canaries, leopard geckos, a Pac-Man frog, and even...
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Energetic And Loving Pet-sitter

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have grown up with a variety of household animals, mainly dogs and cats. I have about 10 years of (unpaid) experience caring for animals of all ages.
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Sitter/Dog Walking

Cicero, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience with both dogs and cats. Growing up I took care of a pitbull, Labrador, and yorkies. I have experience with cats as well me myself I have 6 cats currently, 3 adults and 3 kittens so I know how to care properly for cats as well.
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Pet Caretaker

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals of all forms! I grew up with dogs, cats, fish, birds, and Guinea Pigs, so I have plenty of experience with animals. I'm willing to let sit for when you are away, feed your pets when you cannot, and make sure they get their exercise!
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Responsible Animal-loving Medical Student

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Molly and I'm a current medical student looking for pet sitting jobs to make some extra money. I love animals and have fostered dogs in the past, as well as lived with 3 different dogs of varying shapes and sizes. I also lived with a cat growing up, and am comfortable with all types of animals. I look forward to meeting...
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Pet Sitting

La Grange, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I own a dog of my own and have had lots of experience watching and walking friends, family members and neighbors dogs! I love all furry friends whether cats or dogs and can promise you the type of care I'd want to receive as a pet owner! Your pet will be safe and well taken care of if you chose me as your pet sitter!
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Experienced Pet Sitter & Dog Handler | Loving Care for Dogs & Cats Hi! I'm a lifelong animal lover and student offering pet sitting, dog walking, and overnight care in Chicago. I have hands-on experience as a junior dog handler, working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. I've also provided in-home pet sitting,...
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Animal Lover And Horse Owner

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello all! My name is Jess and I am a lover of all animals. I'm a horse owner of 8 years, and have been around horses, dogs, cats, and farm animals my entire life. I miss the company of having pets in my home, and am always excited to help support others through pet and home care! I can help with pet care, transportation and...
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I've Never Met A Pet Who Wasn't Perfect

Westmont, IL

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$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a pet lover who had two rats for over 3 years old and having a cat currently. I helped my friend sitting their dogs and cats a lot and would love to help your babies:)
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Cat Sitter In Downtown Chicago And Surrounding Areas

Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I have 2 cats of my own and have cat sit in the past for friends and family. I would love the opportunity to check in on your cat, care for them, and give them quality playtime and attention while you are out of town!
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Dog Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have experience with pet sitting both dogs and cats. Also very basic understanding of animal training.
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Reiki Master/ Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
As an animal reiki practitioner, and medium, I appreciate and understand animals in a beautiful way. Their souls deserve to be loved and cared for, as we care for one another. I am an attentive and loving care taker with experience training dogs, working side by side with those who bread large breed dogs, as well as have...
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Dog/Cat Helper!

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I can provide dog sitting in your own home! I love taking doggies on walks and giving lots of cuddles! I can do all sizes and ages and up to 3 dogs at once!
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of August 2025

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Forest Park, IL

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Forest Park, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of August, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.

You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Forest Park, IL. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 3 cat sitters in Forest Park, IL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

The best cat sitters near you in Forest Park, IL have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.

It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Forest Park, IL if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.

When looking for a cat sitter near you in Forest Park, IL, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.

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