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Quinn N.
Alton, IL
$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked for over 12 years with horses. I have experience caring for dogs whilst taking care of children, dog sitting for friends and family, and cat sitting. I absolutely adore animals and would love to care for your pets. I am comfortable providing walks, grooming, feeding, baths, really anything that is needed.
I have my own dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and chickens. I have pet sat for friends and family. I am comfortable with any size dogs. I can provide pet sitting in your home, walk dogs, take to vet appointments, etc. I cannot provide care in my home.
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Gloria R.
Godfrey, IL
$15-19/hr
I have owned dogs and cats my entire life and have done pet sitting for friends and family. I also grew up around livestock including goats, chickens and horses. I worked for a short time at Briarstone Riding Academy doing basic farm work. I have also owned multiple of my own horses.
Gloria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hello! Animals have been dear to me my entire life and I grew up in a house with 5 cats, 2 dogs and multiple lizards. With experience I have with these animals, I am confident that I will provide fantastic care for your pets. I'm always willing to aid with household chores as well.
Lilith can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Sarah K.
Bethalto, IL
$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Seeking a position of a dog/pet sitter with 'Pet Care' where I can use my genuine love for animals and experience to provide proper care, exercise, fun-activities, and company
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have owned cats and dogs for 30+ years. I have experience with drop in and continuous pet care for cats and dogs.
Mary can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Mary stayed at our home and watched our two dogs over the holiday. She was wonderful! She texted photos and updates of the dogs each day and the dogs loved her. I would highly recommend Mary! I'd give her 10 stars if I could."
Carmen S.
With over two years of experience, I've become a trusted pet sitter for dogs and cats. I've cared for multiple pets at once, including three dogs and two cats, for extended periods. Your furry friends will receive attentive and loving care while you're away, ensuring they feel comfortable and happy in their own home.
I provide dog sitting. I worked at a dog boarding and daycare facility fro 2 years and owned a dog waling and pet sitting service last summer, so I have experience with dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also give baths and light grooming.
Taylor can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience and 2 years at an animal shelter. I can help with household with drop ins or house sitting also with chores, feeding dog walking, clean cages, medication and I can help with Boarding as well and Pet Transportation.
Cher-rey can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have had pets my whole life ranging from cats, dogs, fish, and lizards. I currently live with my family with three dogs, two inside cats, three outside cats, and two bearded dragons! I love all kinds of pets and would love to help take care of yours!
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jenna M.
Florissant, MO
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I've always been a pet owner. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, friendly, calm mannered. In my spare time, I like to take my dog out, go hiking, and go to the gym.
I'm available for pet sitting as well as some over night shifts!
Jenna can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Lydia H.
Edwardsville, IL
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog, cat, fish, bird, house sitting in your home. Whether you were on vacation, or just can't get home in time to let out your pet. I love all animals of all sizes. I have experience with many house/animal sitting. I also have a 14-year-old dog and a car of my own.
Lydia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi, I would love to watch your cats. I'm single 51-year-old female. I have three kitties of my own. And also have had three in the past. I would love to meet them get to know them and their personalities. I have experience with older ones as mine lived a pretty long while. 16 & 17 years. I will feed them, play with them , talk...
Susan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Alyssa B.
Granite City, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Love All Animals And I'm Always Interested In Meeting New Ones!
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking and Pet sitting. I have quite a few animals of my own that I take care of everyday. I have a dog, 4 cats, a snake, 2 geckos, and a bearded dragon. I love all of my pets:)
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi there, my name is Kathryn and I have always been a pet lover. I have previous experience dog sitting in my own home as well as staying in the pet owners home. I love young pups that love to play, older ones that want to lay around, and everything in between. If you have any interest in me please do not hesitate to contact me....
Kathryn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Darricka M.
Saint Louis, MO
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hey I proved dog and cat sitting at my home. I give bath for dogs and cats of all size. I have a cat med size very freindlly house broken he love dogs and other cats. He gets baths every month and got awl kinds off snacks he s very smart. I been doing this going on 5years now but my onws now for 3years I have other pets thats...
Darricka can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi! My name is Jess and I am a college senior attending the University of Missouri-St. Louis obtaining a social work degree. I began fostering dogs and puppies three years ago. As a college student it provided me the opportunity to have a constant flow of dogs in my house without the commitment. Over the past three years I have...
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Experience: I used to work at an Animal Control/Animal Shelter, Dealt with many varieties of animals and took lots of care of dogs and cats in the kennels. Love animals so much and have many of my own! Have had to give certain animals certain medications so I have a lot of experience with that as well. Very loyal worker who is...
Elijah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Tavleen K.
Edwardsville, IL
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience in pet care for 2 years I have a dog which is pugg. I have been looking for two boxers right now for one of my client. I can help in dog sitting and dog walking. Thanks
Tavleen can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience working at Kennelwood Pet Resorts, in addition to owning dogs all my life and currently owning a cat. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Audrey can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Alton, IL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Alton, IL?
Dog sitters near you in Alton, IL can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Alton, IL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Alton, IL to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Alton, IL is $16.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Alton, IL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Alton, IL. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Alton, IL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Alton, IL we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Alton, IL?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Alton, IL, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.