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Dana D.


Highland Park, IL

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Animal Sitter And Educator

I have 5+ years providing care for cats and dogs. I currently have a French bulldog named Daisy, and grew up with dogs and cats my entire life. I also have my Masters in String Pedagogy (I teach violin and viola lessons), and have over 4 years of experience working with children. I am currently in between jobs and am looking...
Dana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
My name is Amanda. I am 23 years old and I am an animal whisperer! I love all animals and they love me. I am looking for local work this summer before I start school in the fall. I do not smoke or drink. I am a quiet person and actually a bit shy at first. Animals are my passion. I live near the HP train station with 2 cat...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting
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Ellianna S.


Wheeling, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable + Fun Pet Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey, there! Thank you for considering me in your search for a pet care provider. I have had many years of experiences as a pet sitter for dogs, cats, and other pets. I also know what it's like to be a pet owner to a beloved fur baby and understand how nerve-wracking it can be to entrust their care with someone else. I strive to...
Ellianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Ellianna is caring, wonderful, and energetic. She took the time to get to know our girl (10 year old, female, German Shepherd) and to learn her schedule. We feel completely at ease, when she is taking care of our girl and know she is receiving the best care....

Jennifer B.

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Shayna L.


Vernon Hills, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Love Animals And Would Love To Help Take Care Of Them!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi pet parents! I will be your pet's new best friend! My name is Shayna, I am 26 and a huge pet lover. I have had dogs and cats my whole life and also have 5 years of pet wellness and nutrition under my belt. I'm looking for dog walking, dog sitting and regular check ins for both dogs and cats. I have experience with all ages,...
Shayna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Shayna's passion is dogs. And dogs love her because they can sense this passion. We call her the "dog whisperer." She's very responsible and dependable. She loves to play with dogs and usually plays so long she wears them out! I highly recommend her."

Karen L.

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Yuleima B.


Prospect Heights, IL

$13-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, If you are looking for a pet sitter I can definitely help. I Can provide boarding, I have a big fenced back yard and plenty of space to play. I do not have any pets. I go for a walk every day so if you are looking for an active sitter to take your dog on walks I can help. I have experience with cats and dogs. Fully...
Yuleima can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Nicole B.


Glencoe, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable. Trustworthy. Faith Driven. Flexible. CPR/AED certified. Hi, welcome to my page! My name is Nicole and I am 27. Lover of anything outdoors, all sports, lattes and exercising. Serving Chicago, New Buffalo, Saint Joseph, Holland and South Bend areas. I have experience with various animals including: cats, dogs,...
Nicole can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Nicole took great care of my 3 dogs. She played with them, gave them their medicine and cleaned up after them. She was friendly and responsive. I will definitely hire Nicole again!"

Robin L.

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Vanessa C.


Glenview, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experience Pet Sitter In Chicagoland Area

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent college graduate who has been pet sitting through Care for the last four years. I enjoy keeping busy and helping people (and animals) out in any way that I can. I have been an animal lover my entire life and believe that their happiness equates to my own. My experience working with animals includes volunteering at...
Vanessa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Vanessa did a great job pet sitting for our 18 year old cat while we were on vacation. She complied with all our requests, kept us updated and was very easy to work with. She exceeded our expectations and we look forward to having her pet sit for us in the future!"

Elaine C.

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Amy W.


Wheeling, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun-loving Pet Caregiver

I am willing to provide pet-sitting and/or dog-walking services. I have been around dogs since I was very young, and currently have a young Shepherd mix back at home. I have experience sitting for dogs (puppies-elderly), as well as cats. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes. I volunteered at the Naperville Area...
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great patience with our dog and works to understand her unique needs. Would hire Amy again in a heartbeat. "

Rob S.

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I love all kitties of any color, stripe, or fur length. **Cats are my specialty*, and I have been caring for them professionally since December 2011 with 30 years+ sharing my life with them. Membership is with **Pet Sitters International**, and I am a **Certified Professional Pet Sitter** with PSI for most companion animals....
Helene can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:

Bonded and insured

5.0
"This was our first time working with Helene. She took care of our pets recently and we had no worries. She kept us up to date on her daily care of our two cats, Ginger and Grace. I am in position to recommend Helene to another friend who will be taking a trip...

Nick C.

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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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
My name is anja, I am currently a college student looking for summer positions. I have a lot of experience pet sitting both cats and dogs, as I have been pet sitting since I was in middle school. At home, I have a 100 lb Labrador so I am not afraid of big dogs. I am very active and spend a lot of my free time running and going...
Anja can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have 6+ years of experience with my own pets, I currently have a dog and 2 cats. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming, I typically trim my own dogs hair as he has social anxiety.
Lissette can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, grooming
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Olivia V.


Winnetka, IL

$8-16/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Pet Sitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I've been a dog walker/pet sitter for many years with paid experience. I have lived with dogs and cats, and have experience with other animals as well. Would love a summer job while home from college! Thank you :)
Olivia can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Sarah M.


Deerfield, IL

$11-16/hr

Loving Care For Your Pet!

Hello! I am a current graduate student that fills time between classes with care. com and TaskRabbit jobs. I adore animals and would love to help take care of your furry friends! I have a dog of my own and have done a lot of dog sitting for others in my neighborhood and friends as well. I don't have a cat of my own but I do love...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Dessislava N.


Arlington Heights, IL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dog And Cat Sitter

I provide dog and cat sitting services in your own home, or if necessary, in my home. I have plenty of experience with pets and I am a firm animal lover. Size and age of the pet does not matter, I will provide the best care I can. I have experience grooming and bathing pets. I love animals all the same.
Dessislava can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
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Annabel C.


Winnetka, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have lots of experience caring for pets with general housesitting as well as always having dogs and cats growing up. I am comfortable doing household tasks, running errands and staying overnights.
Annabel can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Jori K.


Wheeling, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Animal-lover (Love Dogs And Love Cats) - Will Sit At My House

I have over 20 years experience caring for animals. Not only my own pets, but my families pets too. I'm willing to sit for your pet at my house, due to no transportation.
Jori can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine
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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Pet Care Provider - House Sitter.

I am an experienced, full/part time or weekend provider. My name is Laima. I live in Lake Forest. I have been caring for pets all my life, since I was child. I am comfortable with cats, dogs and other animals. I providing house sitting and love to take care of plants. I have excellent North Shore references. I have additional...
Laimute can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Hi, I'm Jessie. I'm a student attending school at Harper College, going into the DMS program. I grew up in a large family, with two dogs and also love cats, so I know how to keep them entertained and happy. If you need a quick sitter to watch your pets, I am here to help you.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Nazilya G.


Wheeling, IL

$20-28/hr6 yrs exp

Pet Sitting (no Cats, Allergic)

Hi there, in addition to 8+ years of babysitting experience, I also have experience in caring for pets. I love all animals, and have a labradoodle myself. I can occasionally pet sit for one-time jobs or recurring periods (vacation, etc.)!
Nazilya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Highland Park, IL

Ellianna S.

5.0

Ellianna is caring, wonderful, and energetic. She took the time to get to know our girl (10 year old, female, German Shepherd) and to learn her schedule. We feel completely at ease, when she is taking care of our girl and know she is receiving the best care. Thank you!

- Jennifer B.

Shayna L.

5.0

Shayna's passion is dogs. And dogs love her because they can sense this passion. We call her the "dog whisperer." She's very responsible and dependable. She loves to play with dogs and usually plays so long she wears them out! I highly recommend her.

- Karen L.

Nicole B.

4.0

Nicole has a good heart and is always willing to go the extra mile to do her job . I really respect her work ethic she always willing to learn and take all life lessons and experience and use it to move forward in her career . Thx Coach E

- Care member

Vanessa C.

5.0

Vanessa was a fabulous pet-sitter and gave us that much-needed peace of mind when we were out of town. Our two dogs -- including a dog who was rescued from a puppy mill and often shies away from people -- took to her right away and she was a natural with them. I would absolutely recommend and hire...

- Jill S.

Amy W.

5.0

Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great patience with our dog and works to understand her unique needs. Would hire Amy again in a heartbeat.

- Rob S.

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