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Olivia V.

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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Dog Mom And Cat Auntie

Winnetka, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I've cared for large breed dogs including my own for 10 years. Walking, feeding, sitting, socializing and cuddles while you're away! Cat lover also!
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Pet Sitter / Walker

Winnetka, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have owned 2 dogs and 3 cats and absolutely love animals. My house manager work over the years has had me take care of dogs of all sizes and ages from labradors to yorkies. Will Walk/Sit/Feed etc Please feel free to contact me!
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Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Julia! With over a decade of dedicated pet care experience for friends and family, complemented by a year of extensive house and pet sitting through TrustedHousesitters, I offer a truly compassionate and professional approach to your beloved companion's well-being. My philosophy centers on providing not just walks and...
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Part-Time Pet-sitter or Dog Walker

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Yuleima B.'s Photo

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)
from
$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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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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Caring And Experienced Compassionate Care For Your Animal Companions

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Pet Sitter

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
pet transportation
+ 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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Experience Pet Sitter In Chicagoland Area

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Energetic And Reliable Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

from
$22/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I've cared for animals my whole life, with a focus on dogs and cats, and a special love for my feline friends. I have experience in grooming cats and dogs, but I'm eager to learn new skills to care for pets of other varieties. I'm reliable and responsible, and would love to help a few more animals get the attention they...
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Niles, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I have been pet-sitting for almost five years now. I have been dog-walking and dog-sitting a Cavelier King Charles dog since he was a puppy. I have recently started pet sitting a Bernese mountain dog as well as 3 cats that reside in that home. I have 2 cats of my own as well and am very familiar with pet-sitting a variety of...
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Hi my name is Abigail and I would love to care for your cat. I have two cats of my own and have love cats ever since I was young. I am able to bathe your pet and do sitting. My rates start at $20 per hour. Rain or shine I will be there for your loved one!!!
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Part-time Pet Sitter Available

Des Plaines, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I look after five unique pets on a daily basis at home: three dogs and two cats. I have also volunteered at my local veterinary clinic, Northwest Animal Hospital, for about 150 hours.
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Margo T.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I'm Margo, a true animal lover and dedicated pet-sitter who understands that pets are more than just animals; they're family. Whether it's dogs, cats, or smaller critters, I care for each and every pet with the same love and attention that I would give my own. With many years of experience caring for pets of all kinds, I've...
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Sarah P.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a caregiver for seniors in our community and I also do child care and pet care as needed. I have had dogs, cats, birds, and many fish over the years. I have also helped dog sit for close family friends when they go on long vaccinations.
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Zoe T.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I'm Zoe, an animal lover who has always cared for my friends' cats and dogs. I offer pet sitting and dog walking, giving your furry friends plenty of attention, playtime, and love while you're away. I understand that every pet is unique, so I tailor my care to their personality and needs, making sure they feel happy,...
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Loving And Experienced Animal Sitter

Evanston, IL

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Emily, and I'm a current Northwestern graduate student studying harp. I would love to have animals, but I live in an apartment building that cannot have them. Instead, I've kept to pet sitting. I have had dogs most of my life, fostered puppies and kittens, and looked after dogs and cats. I have experience...
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Alexa W.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi, my name is Alexa! I am an animal lover, I have had cats and dogs growing up all throughout my life. I recently graduated from Northwest University with my PhD in chemistry, and I am in a transition period. I am looking for flexible, pet sitting/dog, walking test that I can perform in the meantime. I have dog/cat sat and dog...
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  • 60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.75/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated cat sitters is 5.0

Recent cat sitter reviews from local parents in Winnetka, IL

Cat Sitters in Winnetka, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters

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.

Erika M.

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

- Care member

Isadora T.

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

- Care member

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Winnetka, IL

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Winnetka, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $13.75 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 Winnetka, 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 Winnetka, 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 Winnetka, 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 Winnetka, 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 Winnetka, 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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