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Pamela C.

Lecturer

Genoa, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Professor of French, 24+ years experience. Responsible. Animal lover since I was a kid. ... Great Dane, German Short Hair Pointers, Goldens. Bunny, birds, cats, hamsters and fish Lots of pet sitting too currently as an adult!
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Part-Time Pet Sitter

Hampshire, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I can provide pet sitting in your own home. Experienced cat and dog sitter with great references. Also am able to dog walk.
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Michelle H.'s Photo

Pet Care Needs

Marengo, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am able to provide pet sitting and pet care services in your home. I have had dogs my entire life and cats for over 8 years. I understand how important it is for you pet to feel comfortable when you aren't able to be there to let them out, feed them, throw a toy around with them, and care for them for an afternoon or days on...
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Animal Lover

Hampshire, IL

from
$10/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love all animals and have been dog walking and cat-sitting since I was in 5th grade. All size dogs and cats welcome!
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Katie L.'s Photo

Kingston, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a huge animal lover! My husband and I live on a farm and have horses, dogs and cats! I am looking to make a little extra money and thought pet sitting would be perfect!
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Jenna C.'s Photo

Marengo, IL

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I've had many pets throughout my life, and have grown up taking care of animals. I've had experience pet sitting for the pets of family friends for about 3 years. I love cats and dogs I love spending time with and going on walks with them. My cat, Max, has been my best friend since we adopted him. I am free every Friday and...
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Pet Sitter Willing To Care For Your Animals!

Marengo, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'd describe my personality as friendly, patient, and trustworthy! I like working with animals because i've grown up with them my entire life, typically dogs but i've also worked with fish. Spending quality time with animals is important to me because pets appreciate plenty of love and attention! I'm looking for a job that...
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Experienced Pet Sitter

Marengo, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting for various animals. Dogs, cats, horses, cows, goats, sheep. I can give basic first aid, shots, grooming and mostly cuddles. I'm experienced horse person and raised on a farm. I've had two large black labs for 17 years each and they died of old age. :( I'm currently home during break from UK from April 4-...
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Experienced Reliable Pet / Farm Sitter

Sycamore, IL

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I am an absolute animal lover and caretaker. I have my own mini farm and am familiar and capable of handling most animals, including dogs, cats, livestock and exotics. I have over 25 years of hands on experience with domestic/exotic pets and about 6 with livestock. Going away for the weekend or a vacation? I would love to care...
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Caring Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Sycamore, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am an animal lover and have owned cats and dogs my entire life. From chihuahua to Great Danes and everything in between. I am a reliable and energetic person and would love to help with pet sitting or dog walking.
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Madelyn S.'s Photo

Kingston, IL

from
$19/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I've been an animal lover since I was born! I've grown up with at least one dog all the time and love caring for them! I have been dog/cat/fish sitting for about the last 5 years for family and friends when they go out of town. I have a dog of my own and know the importance of play times, walks, feeding, and of course, lots of...
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Karen H.'s Photo

Experienced Pet Sitter & Dogwalker

Elgin, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I am also a huge animal lover with both a dog and a cat at home. I have been a proud pet parent for the last 30 years! Additionally, I actually have several years of professional pet vacation care & dog walking experience.... For many years my best friend owned and operated a dogwalking & vacation animal care business in...
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Amy D.'s Photo

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I worked at a pet store for a year with cats, dogs, fish, birds and reptiles. I pet sit for several families and can provide all their names as references. I live in Claremont and pet sit in Claremont, Brownsville, Ascutney and other surrounding towns.

Bethany C. says "Amy was very professional, punctual and trustworthy. I hired Amy when I went on my honeymoon to house sit and watch my dog and rabbit. As soon as I met...

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Animal-Loving Petsitter Available

DeKalb, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello I'm Brooke! I am a fun college student looking for a summer job and would love to care for your pets. I will provide pet sitting in your own home. Growing up I have lived with many pets. I have taken care of dogs of all sizes such as my black lab and Yorkshire terriers I live with at home. although I don't own any cats...
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Michelle S.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Michelle, I am originally from England and moved here over 20 years ago for a job transfer and I have one daughter. I grew up having a variety of different pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, a bearded dragon, and mice. I currently have one 7-year-old small dog, one 8-year-old small dog, and...

Christine B. says "Michelle has helped me so much more than expected. She goes above and beyond and never disappoints. She has never missed an appointment and is always...

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Marian A.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Marian! I am a huge lover of animals and hope to have a big enough plot of land to have all types of animals! I have 3 cats of my own, but love dogs as well! I've been pet sitting for years for friends, family, and friends of friends!
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Pet Sitter

Elgin, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, My name is Kaya and I am interested in being your Pet Sitter! I have multiple years of experience with cats, dogs, horses, and chickens. Please contact me to see if we'd be a good fit :)
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Love Animals

Belvidere, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals - we have 3 dogs and 2 cats at home, all of them rescue and very friendly and if I could, I will rescue all. We have nice 2 acre land and plenty toys for our cats and dogs to play. I work only part time, so I will love to help others in need of pet sitter, walking or bording.
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Kaltrina I.'s Photo

Maple Park, IL

from
$23/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, my name is Kaltrina. I haven't done dog/cat sitting in a while but I would love to try out and do this an again for a short while. I look forward to talking with you.
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Genoa, IL

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Genoa, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of November, 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 Genoa, IL. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 1 cat sitters in Genoa, 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 Genoa, 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 Genoa, 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 Genoa, 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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