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Sintija K.

Pet Sitter!

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
I've been pet sitting for a while now, including boarding. Often helping out family members and friends with their pets as well, especially during the holidays. I'm attentive and caring for your loved fur babies, making sure they get exercise when needed and that they're happy! I have experience with dogs cats and smaller pets...
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Dessislava N.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
I provide dog and cat sitting services in your own home, or if necessary, in my home. I have plenty of experience with pets and I am a firm animal lover. Size and age of the pet does not matter, I will provide the best care I can. I have experience grooming and bathing pets. I love animals all the same.
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Suzie N.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
I am a 53-year-old in the Medical Field as a Medical Assistant. I have had dogs and cats my whole life. I have been a pet sitter and dog walker for the past 20 years. I love all animals and find it very therapeutic to take care of animals. I am very knowledgeable and very trustworthy. I am very responsible and I will treat your...
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Bhumi P.

Pet Sitter Provider

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I have experience caring for birds, dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish. Family owned many of those pets, and currently have fish, and two cats. I have multiple experience caring for dogs, and walking them.
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Meagan B.

Pet Sitter Extraordinaire

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I am a passionate and caring pet lover with a deep affection for all animals, especially dogs. Proud owner of Piper, a lovable Lab-Pyrenees mix. I have a natural affinity for pets and I enjoy spending time with them, whether it's taking care of my own or showing love to every dog or cat I meet. My dedication to pet care is...
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Washma A.

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Mishy. I've spent majority of my life getting familiar with our furry friends. I am available to sit, dog walk, run pet errands for your furry loved ones! Please reach out today to let me know if you'd like to connect.
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Lauryn D.

Loving Pet Sitter To The Rescue!

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I've been nannying my whole career and every family has a dog or cat. I own two myself and have a love for animals
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Priscilla S.

Pet Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
I recently lost my pet cat of 12 years. I decided to look in to becoming a pet sitter. I would love to share my love of animals and have you rest assured that your pet is being well taken care of. I recently retired. I would love to spend my time caring for the pets of people that are animal lovers like myself. Over the years,...
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Larissa D.

Caring Pet Sitter / Care

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I provide various pet sitting and or services. I have and have had pets of my own including a dogs, guinea pigs, fish, and turtles. I am a responsible, fun, and loving!
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Peyton M.

Looking For A Part Time Pet Sitting Job!

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I am open to providing dog/cat sitting in your home and also dog walking services. While most of my past service experiences have been with children, I have always been an animal lover. I have grown up with dogs all my life and recently rescued a beautiful pit bull from waukegan animal control! I love animals of all breeds,...
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Kay B.

Reliable & Loving Pet Sitter--Walks, Playtime, And Care You Can Trust

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm a lifelong animal lover and a dependable college student studying Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I grew up in Arlington Heights and have experience caring for both dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments. Whether your pet needs long walks, playtime, feeding, or...
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Makayla Z.

Pet Caregiver

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Going out of town? Need someone to walk your dog or sit your dog at your house? I am your girl. Or someone to check on your cats? That too. I have had my own dogs for about a decade and volunteered at heartland animal shelter in Wheeling, IL for two years. I love animals and am dedicated to providing the best care to your furry...
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Jennifer S.

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Jen. I am 24 years old and I have over 12 of experience walking dogs and sitting for dogs over the years while the families take a vacation. I am looking for a few families where I can walk their dogs/puppies daily , play or even over night sit if you take a vacation. I have two dogs of mine and I would treat yours...

Kim S. says "I have known Jen now for 6 years. I can't say enough good about her. Jen is a very honest, reliable, and a responsible person. She puts her whole heart...

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Katelyn Z.

Pet Sitter

Barrington, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have provided animal care for dogs, cats, turtles, fish, and hamsters. I have 5+ years of doing this. I offer walking and feeding for the animals. I love animals of any sizes and ages. I also offer overnight care at your home. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Maria M.

Need A Pet Sitter?

Wheeling, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 6 year experience with house and dog sitting. I've been around dogs all my life. I house and dog sit for families I have worked for while nannying for their children. I am very responsible and reliable and would love to watch over your puppies/kitties/fishes/parrots when you are out of town.
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Michelle R.

Dog Walker / Sitter

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I'm an animal advocate and involved in animal rescue. I have experience walking, feeding, giving medication, bathing, light grooming, playing and of course loving on dogs!
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Mandy S.

One Love Pet Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
I offer Pet Sitting+ Mobile grooming & at my home! (Pick up & drop off service available upon request) I have 15+ years of experience. I am very patient, loving, and trusting. I am a full time pet sitter with lots of love to give! Any help you need please contact me to book service or meeting. I treat all animals with the...

Karie M. says "Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to them (ha ha...

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Carli C.

Friendly, Compassionate House AND Pet Sitter Available For Short Or Long Term Remote Care Giving!

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, and pragmatic. I like working with animals because they are near and dear to my heart. I grew up around animals, have owned many of my own as pets, and currently work with them in my free time. I'm looking for a job that allows me the autonomy to be mobile, work remotely, and...

Dean N. says "Carli was great with our dog! Very caring."

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Jennifer M.

Pet Sitter

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
+ 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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Vanessa C.

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 sitting
pet walking
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.33/hr as of July 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Arlington Heights, IL

Dog Sitters in Arlington Heights, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Jennifer S.

I have known Jen now for 6 years. I can't say enough good about her. Jen is a very honest, reliable, and a responsible person. She puts...

- Kim S.

Mandy S.

Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to...

- Karie M.

Carli C.

Carli was great with our dog! Very caring.

- Dean N.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Arlington Heights, IL

Dog sitters near you in Arlington Heights, 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.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Arlington Heights, 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 Arlington Heights, IL is $15.33.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Arlington Heights, 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.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Arlington Heights, 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.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Arlington Heights, 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.

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