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Sara B.

Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I am an organized, dependable, and pet-loving college student working towards an education degree. Currently, I am working as an assistant high school dance coach and am volunteering with children in schools. I have 3 years of experience as a pet sitter working with dogs, cats, fish, and a bearded dragon. I am always...

Care Member says "Sara has been pet sitting for me since 2019. She came highly recommended and never disappoints. We have two cats and a bearded dragon that she takes...

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Experienced Caretaker

Frankfort, IL

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
dog training
grooming
pet sitting
My name is Katie and I have over 20 years of experience owning & handling different animals as well as over 15 years of pet sitting. I can help with pet sitting, light grooming, transportation, assistance with training, and more. I am 26 and live in Will County. I have owned/been around dogs and cats since I was born, had...

Kristine L. says "Katie is wonderful, dependable, and our puppy loves her!"

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Oswego, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Natalie and I am 31 years old. I currently have one cat, Berry. I have been around and caring for pets my entire life. I have had dogs of various breeds, cats, hermit crabs, and birds. I have experience and are comfortable with reptiles, fish, and amphibians as well. In addition, I am familiar and comfortable...

Hanna C. says "Natalie is the best pet sitter we've ever had! She is so reliable and takes great care of our bunny. She takes her time in playing with her and keeps her...

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Dog/Cat Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care;

Woodridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I love animals! Not just mine, ALL animals! If I could care for all of the homeless animals in the world I would! Lucky for you I can't ;-) so here I am, available to care for your Loves. I have had both cats and dogs my entire life and I've been pet sitting since I was 12 years old. Whether it's feeding the neighbor's cat while...

Care Member says "Nenia has been our part-time nanny for the past 3 years and we highly recommend her. She is punctual, reliable, and amazing with young kids. She always...

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Caring And Reliable Sitter

Lisle, IL

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I am a very reliable, caring, and fun sitter. I currently dog sit/walk for four families sporadically. I have been sitting for about 5 years now. My experience ranges from short dog walks to to dog/cat sitting for days at a time. I am currently a law student who has a flexible schedule and is looking to make some extra money...
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Pet Sitter

Orland Park, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
I love dogs and cats! I can watch them, feed them, walk them, give them water, and have a blast playing with them. I like to go to trails, parks, or just to the sidewalk with pets and help them get their daily exercise.
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Aurora, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals, I have two cats and two dogs. Willing to help out with pet-sitting and walking when needed.
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Yorkville, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
Hi! My name is Kanyiti, and I have a lifelong passion for caring for animals. I have three cats of my own and love spending time with pets of all kinds. Whether it's feeding, playing, or simply keeping them company, I always make sure they feel safe and loved. I'm available for pet sitting, drop-in visits, and light pet care...
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Experienced Pet Sitter Available On Short Notice

Lisle, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Ok, twist my arm and make me play with your pets! :) Animals have played a big part of my life. I have worked in a vet's clinic, a groomers shop and many pet stores. I have had every type of house pet and a few unusual pets (raccoon, chicken, prairie dog). My family use to breed St. Bernard dogs so I have experience handling...
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Mom To All!!

Frankfort, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
Hi My name is Toni I myself am an animal lover and I have 3 daughters and a husband that share my love for animals to. One of them is also on here she dog sits/walks and has babysat a lot of the animals and kids in the area. We have a best furry friend Louis and fish at home, recently lost our cat hunter 2 years ago. I have...
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Naperville, IL

from
$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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Dog/cat Walker Sitter

Yorkville, IL

from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi my names layla, I have years of experience with all animals! I own 2 bigger dogs myself and 2 cats! I love animals!! I used to work in kennel boarding with dogs and cats in animal hospital as well!
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Care For Your Home And/or Pet While Away.

Aurora, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
Available to house-sit and/or dog-sit. Feed fish etc while your gone during the day, or traveling. I have two dogs and a cat myself. So I have over 40years experience.
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Dog Sitting

Naperville, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Amber and I love love love animals! I am looking for a part time job to walk dogs or care for cats and dogs anywhere from 8am- 11 a.m. since I have other obligations everyday at 12. I have a dog of my own and I take her on walks all the time at night, and when my family is out of town I take care of their...
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Pet Sitter

Woodridge, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I am a responsible, caring, and loving pet sitter with about a year of experience with providing for animals. I love animals and work with dogs, cats, and fish if needed. Animals are such innocent creatures that deserve all the love and care this earth has to offer them in the short amount of time they have here. I can offer...
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Fun Sitter

Willowbrook, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
I have 2 cats at home and know how they are and how to handle them with such loving care. I change litter boxes and feed them and provide them with water.
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Compassionate Pet Caregiver

Oswego, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I have 3 years experience pet sitting for friends and family as well as two years experience working at a pet hotel. I love furry pets! In addition to pet sitting, I have 3 dogs and a cat of my own and they're my furry little children. They mean the world to me! I hope I get the chance to meet and care for your furry one!
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Orland Park, IL

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have three pets of my own, a puppy and two cats name Stark and Rowdy. I aspire to give them the best food and most love as possible. I can provide pet sitting, walking, bathing, feeding, and other services like cleaning and babysitting.
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Pet Sitting Experience

Yorkville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm passionate about providing loving, reliable care for animals. I have 2 years of experience boarding dogs, and I currently have two dogs and three cats of my own, so I truly understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your pets. I'm energetic, love spending time outdoors, and enjoy keeping animals active...
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Yorkville, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
Hi! I am an Environmental Science student at Iowa State University. I am home for the summer and would love to take care of your furry friends!! Currently, I have 3 cats and a dog (named Hash Brown)! In the past I've had ferrets, rats, a hedgehog, dogs, and cats! I have been pet sitting on and off for friends families and...

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  • 60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.91/hr as of June 2025

Recent cat sitter reviews from local parents in Joliet, IL

Cat Sitters in Joliet, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters

Sara B.

Sara has been pet sitting for me since 2019. She came highly recommended and never disappoints. We have two cats and a bearded dragon that...

- Care member

Katie B.

Katie is wonderful, dependable, and our puppy loves her!

- Kristine L.

Natalie G.

Natalie is the best pet sitter we've ever had! She is so reliable and takes great care of our bunny. She takes her time in playing with her...

- Hanna C.

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Joliet, IL

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Joliet, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $15.91 per hour as of June, 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 Joliet, IL. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 11 cat sitters in Joliet, 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 Joliet, 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 Joliet, 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 Joliet, 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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