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Carmen J.

Dog Walker And Sitter For Cats And Dogs

Park Ridge, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and I have two boston terriers named Chase and Ranger! They are very energetic and crazy dogs! I'd describe my personality as outgoing, adaptable, and friendly. I like working with animals because they deserve care and kindness for bringing so much joy to people's lives. In my free time I enjoy doing crafts...
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Pet Sitter Available

Park Ridge, IL

from
$17/hr
Hello I'm Lindsay! I'm looking for pet sitting and dog walking opportunities!! I have two dogs and I've had experience with cat sitting and dog sitting in the past! Please reach out if you're interested!!
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Park Ridge, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have about a years experience of pet sitting. I am most comfortable with dogs and cats but I am open to caring for all animals. I am a quick learner and very dependable. I want you to feel comfortable leaving your animals in my care so let's talk about the best plan of care for you and your furry friends :)
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Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi, I'm Martina, a lifelong animal lover with a gentle heart and years of hands-on experience caring for pets of all kinds. I provide attentive, dependable pet sitting with a deep commitment to your pet's comfort, safety, and happiness. Caring for animals has always been a natural part of my life. From nurturing injured birds...
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Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals. I grew up with a shih tzu named Tootsie. She was part of our family for 14 years. Since then, I've babysat for little, medium and large size dogs including pit bulls, labradoodles, Pomeranian and shih poos. I also have experience cat sitting. I am comfortable residing at your home while you're on vacation, or...

Leslee M. says "We've had Jaclyn quite a few times to take care of our dogs when we've gone out of town, from 3-days to 2-weeks at a time. We are very impressed with her...

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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 walking
pet sitting
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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Part-Time Pet-sitter or Dog Walker

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am an animal lover and have owned pets all my life - dogs, cats, hamsters, and fish. I will care for your pet as if my own. I am a certified Vet's Assistant from Animal Behavioral College. I have walked a Great Dane and Greater Swiss Mountain dogs in Glenview, and have house sat with a Bengal Cat, Swiss Mountain dogs, Boston...

Becky G. says "Vicky is a very trusted dog watcher when we head out of town! She's flexible, communicative, and takes great care of our pup!"

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Caring And Experienced Compassionate Care For Your Animal Companions

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
A warm hello! I am a huge lover of animals and they of me. I was raised in a household with 2 cats and 2 dogs with responsibility from a young age for their care and keeping them happy. It would be my pleasure to share references for cats I have provided care for. I am a responsible, affectionate mature adult who genuinely...

Care Member says "We were traveling out of town and needed someone to take care of our elderly cat. Isadora was totally trustworthy and responsible, we felt like our...

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Experience Pet Sitter In Chicagoland Area

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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...

Jill S. says "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...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 32 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
Hi, I'm Veronica! I've been a dedicated pet sitter for 7 years and a veterinary technician for 6, currently working at an emergency veterinary hospital that cares for dogs, cats, and exotic animals. My experience allows me to confidently care for pets with special medical needs, including administering medications, injections,...

Suzanne M. says "Veronica is very trustworthy and dependable. She took a daily picture of Oscar, which was very nice."

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Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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...
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Morton Grove, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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...
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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet-sitting and dog walking in your own home. I am a dog (and cat) lover and I will treat your animals with the same love and care I treat my own!

Jennifer S. says "Annesley is kind, friendly and dependable. She is everything someone looks for in a dog sitter. I have had many dog sitters over the years and she is...

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Pet Sitter

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher (background checked), animal lover, and former Lincoln Park Zoo Docent available for pet sitting. In addition, I was a vet tech before going to college with over 20 years experience in pet sitting. I am available for in-home dog boarding or at my home. My minimum rate is $42 a day to 50 dollars per day....

Bob G. says "Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it was obvious that...

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Fun Pet Sitter!

Winnetka, IL

5.0(0)
from
$8/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
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 :)
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Chicago, IL

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$50/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I started by just dog sitting and then when I was 17, I volunteered as a dog walker at an animal shelter I have a mini golden doodle and 2 cats of my own I'd describe my personality as positive, funny, open minded I like working with animals because making them happy and feeling good makes me happy I started working with...
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Pet Sitter ( Dogs And Cats )

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Anna , I am 33 years old. I am working as a housekeeper and pet sitter for over five years. I am very organized, always on time, and I pay attention to the details. I love pets. I have experience and references.
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Animal Sitter/Babysitter

Glenview, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've taken care of dogs and cats for years! I consistently dog sit and was a dog walker all throughout college. I enjoy taking dogs on a daily walk and can take care of them for an extended time if the family is out of town! For babysitting, I am a second grade teacher. I love working with children and exploring their natural...
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Julisa M.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
As a dog and cat owner, I have always been the go to dog/cat sitter. I have plenty of references to attest for my love of pets. I have extended dog sitting experience from past babysitting jobs and caring for coworkers pets. Turbo, my chihuahua/terrier mix and Toby, my lovely lazy cat, are a huge part of my life and family. I...
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Rachel R.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My friends know me as the biggest animal lover in their life! I grew up surrounded by pets in the house and honorary pets outside the house. My neighbors trusted me to care for their pets when they were away, so in addition to helping care for my own dogs, I was the go-to sitter for neighbors' cats, dogs, and guinea pigs. I...
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  • 60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.25/hr as of November 2025

Recent cat sitter reviews from local parents in Park Ridge, IL

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

Jaclyn M.

We've had Jaclyn quite a few times to take care of our dogs when we've gone out of town, from 3-days to 2-weeks at a time. We are very...

- Leslee M.

Erika M.

Erika was great! Communication was excellent and she was so good with maddux! Would hire again!

- Care member

Vicky W.

Vicky is a very trusted dog watcher when we head out of town! She's flexible, communicative, and takes great care of our pup!

- Becky G.

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

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Park Ridge, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $17.25 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 Park Ridge, IL. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 4 cat sitters in Park Ridge, 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 Park Ridge, 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 Park Ridge, 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 Park Ridge, 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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