Find cat trainers in Chicago, IL that you’ll love

19 cat trainers are listed in Chicago, IL

The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby cat trainers is 6 years

Cat trainers in Chicago, IL

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Anya K.


Chicago, IL

$14-19/hr8 yrs exp

Dogs Deserve All The Love

Hi! My name is Anya and I have been a dog lover my whole life. I have dog sat for about 8 years now and have been employed at a dog daycare for almost 2 years! I have learned how to better understand dog behaviors and how to properly train and communicate with them. Dogs have been there for me my whole life and I would love to...
Anya can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Emily G.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dog Walker/Sitter + Other Pet Care!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

*Fully vaccinated *Own small, medium, & large crates I currently am "parent" to a sweet guinea pig named Praline. I grew up with my family's dog, and have professional experience with all kinds of pets as well; I worked at a dog day care for a few years where I would supervise up to 25 dogs at a time playing in a yard! I have...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding
Skills:

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Emily took care of our dog and two cats when I was out of town and my partner was working long hours. Our dog has never been walked by anyone but us before so we were a little apprehensive about how he would do with a new person. Emily came over and met with me...

Doogin B.

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Jasmine L.


Chicago, IL

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Communicative, And

I deeply love being around dogs and cats. I have taken care and lived with 5 cats and with a dog. I have diverse experience in animal care services including dog walking, drop in visits, cat sitting, and house sitting. I am a very attentive person. I always try to make sure I am as informed as possible to provide the best care...
Jasmine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Elena H.


Chicago, IL

$20-40/hr4 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I have had a dog since I was very little. He is very aggressive and crazy, so I can handle dogs with similar behavior. I have also dog and cat sit for families in my neighborhood on and off for a few years. I love dogs or cats of all sizes and ages, and would love to walk, feed, or just play with them.
Elena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Meggie D.


Chicago, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

*HIGHLY EXPERIENCED* Pet Care Provider/House-sitter With EXCELLENT REFERENCES!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a 35-year-old Syracuse University graduate & published playwright, and a HIGHLY EXPERIENCED, loving, reliable pet care provider. I have over 10+ years of professional experience providing boarding and overnight pet sitting in clients' home, including daily play/exercise, housebreaking/behavioral training for young pups,...
Meggie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Meggie is just wonderful . she takes such good care of your animals."

Anne D.

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Shelby C.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Educated And Passionate About Animals!

Hi! My love of animals started by growing up in rural Ohio and has stayed with Mr ever since. Dogs, cats, birds, snakes, I love them all! Not only am I proficient in caretaking tasks but have education and experience in behavior modification techniques that can help your little angel show everyone what a good boy they are. My...
Shelby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking
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Jenny R.


Chicago, IL

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

I like working with animals because when treated with compassion, they have so much compassion to return. They also have a language of their own that's so interesting to learn, making understanding and communication with them easier. My dedication to providing a loving, nurturing and active environment for my dog and two cats...
Jenny can also help with: Pet sitting
My name is Zoe. I am a 18-year-old senior who will be graduating to study nursing and biochemistry in June of 2022. I would consider myself an animal lover, often finding myself having more compassion for animals than others. I am playful, energetic and love the fresh air I receive when I am outside. I believe that our furry...
Zoe can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Skylar Z.


Chicago, IL

$16-22/hr10 yrs exp

Here For All Your Pet Needs!!

I am a graduate student looking for some pet-love and extra $ to go along with my part-time job as a behavioral therapist working with young kids with autism. I have a cat myself, and I have cared for my best friends dogs who I love as my own. I have a lot of patience, and will provide the best care for your adorable pets! I...
Skylar can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Teresa M.


Oak Park, IL

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As an animal lover, providing pet care is fulfilling and energizing. I love engaging and being active with dogs and cats through play, grooming, petting, and walks. For eight years my family and I have enjoyed fostering dogs from the Oak Park Animal Care League. This includes dogs with physical disabilities and or behavioral...
Teresa can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training
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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet-sitter or Dog Walker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Vicky can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Vicky is a great companion to our young and active dog. Her calm nature and joyful attitude keeps Buddy eager for her appointments! We have been very pleased with this relationship. Five-Star*"

Joanne R.

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Lisa S.


Wood Dale, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Daily Dog Walking And Vacation Petsitting Since 1998

I have been petsitting for dogs, cats, rabbits, turtles, fish for over 20 years. I am also the Founder and President of Illinois Birddog Rescue at Ilbirddog a local dog rescue with extra special skills as I work with a lot of dogs and puppies with health and behavior problems especially helping them gain confidence through a lot...
Lisa can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:

Bonded and insured

NAPPS Certified

I have had animals in my home for the duration of my childhood ranging from dogs and cats to bearded dragons. My undergraduate degree is in biological sciences, and I have taken many courses related to animal behavior and physiology. In addition to this throughout college and high school, I have pet sit for a multitude of...
Rylie can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I grew up with four cats and now have two of my own! I also have helped raised my roommates 8-week-old puppy who is now 3 years old. I have been in Chicago for the past two years as a medical student and have a very flexible schedule. Please let me know if your animal has any special needs or behaviors I should know about. I...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Farza A.


Niles, IL

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! I'm an experienced pet owner with almost two years of dedicated care for my own cat, whom I adopted as a kitten. Over this time, I've gained valuable insights into feline behavior, health, and overall well-being. In addition to my cat care expertise, I've extended my passion for animals by providing dog-sitting services...
Farza can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting

Erin C.


Oak Park, IL

$14-15/hr

Experienced Pet Owner And All Round Animal Lover.

I'd describe my personality as reliable, compassionate, and open minded. I like working with animals because they are unbelievably cute, super compassionate, and all around better than humans :) I'm looking for a job that offers steady work, reliable pay, and a good vibe. I've been working with animals since I was a child,...
Erin can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Lacee W.


Lincolnshire, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Owner And Lover My Entire Life

Hello! My name is Lacee and I have grown up with pets since a young child. I have dog sat from tiny chihuahuas to an Irish wolfhound over 7'1 and 120 lb (I am only 5'1). I have experience with pets that require medication, senior pets, and rescue pets with and without behavioral issues. I currently have a 2-year-old (cat) named...
Lacee can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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Cary O.


Lake Zurich, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

My Dog Is My Spiritual Animal

My love of dogs and cats has been a guiding light throughout my entire life. I currently live with 4 dogs, Zoey, Ryder, Murphy and Moose and a kitty, Charlie. They range in size from 25 to 85 pounds, so I'm experienced in walking dogs of all sizes. I'm also experienced in handling reactive dogs and understand special needs...
Cary can also help with: Pet walking
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Dana G.


Darien, IL

$25-29/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving Pet Walker And Sitter

I am an animal lover. I have four dogs of my own I care for and two cats, plus I have had many other small animals over the years, including our 40-year-old turtles. I have been volunteering with two animal shelters, walking dogs and fostering for 12, nearly 13 years now. I have dealt with all kinds of pets, pregnant, young,...
Dana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation

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Recent cat trainer reviews from local pet parents in Chicago, IL

Emily G.

5.0

Emily is amazing! We have 3 dogs and she is a wizard at working with them - she walks all 3, does enrichment activities with them, and sends us regular updates on how things are going when we’re gone. And bonus points - she has an amazing singing voice and sings really fun songs to the dogs, which...

- Care member

Meggie D.

5.0

Meggie and I have been friends for 20 years. Over the years there have been numerous times that I needed someone to watch my dog (Buddy) and cat (Bojangles) in my home and Meggie has always been my first choice. Not only is she amazing with animals (mine and others), but I also trust her in my home...

- Emma K.

Vicky W.

5.0

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.

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Cat Trainers in Chicago, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews of the 19 listed cat trainers.