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Vanessa K.

Best Dog Sitter

Brookfield, IL

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have been watching dogs for over 13 years now. I have been working with since then as well. I have babysat many dogs and cats. I also work at dog daycares and I am currently working at veterinary hospital. I have a dog if my own, I am comfortable with staying other places and I can bring the dogs to my work and play in the...
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Lizeth H.

Brookfield, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Animal lover with experience in pet sitting and dog walking. Responsible, patient, and caring. Available for walks, feeding, cleaning, and companionship. Native Spanish/Basic-intermediate English
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Margaret F.

Animal Lover Happy To Watch Your Pets

Brookfield, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm an experienced pet sitter and a beloved aunt to many dogs and cats. With years of hands-on pet care under my belt, I've looked after animals of all ages, sizes, and personalities. I'm comfortable with daily walks, feeding routines, medication, playtime, and plenty of cuddles. I'm patient, attentive, and always focused on the...
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Veronica A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 32 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
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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Christine W.

Dog Or House Sitter

Elmwood Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I love working with children and pets. I have one dog, Sophie that is an amazing little toy poodle but I love all animals.
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Dominique F.

Your Pets Best Friend

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Experienced pet sitter and dog walker for 6 years. I provide reliable, compassionate care for pets, including multiple daily walks, feeding, medication administration and ensuring their well-being. I'm dedicated to keeping pets happy and healthy.

Markesha H. says "She loves listening to my stories and always come with her smile and little gifts"

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Tracy N.

Dog Sitter And Tail Wagging Enthusiast

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! For all the dogs out there; woof! My name is Tracy and I am a dog-loving writer who works from home full-time. My assistant is my senior dog, Wrigley. He is a Australian Shepherd/Pointer mutt who loves to chill and go on long walks. He enjoys other dogs and humans very much. My dog is an all-around chill dude who...

Anna B. says "I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone else. I am BEYOND...

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Holly H.

Western Springs, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Holly, a school counselor living in Western Springs with my family and our two lovable dogs-a Great Dane and a Great Dane/Poodle mix. I've been around dogs my entire life and have years of experience pet sitting for all types of animals. Working in education gives me a structured schedule with flexibility during...
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Rebecca V.

Great Sitter From An Animal Family

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
My entire life, we have had multiple animals in our house. With my mother working at an animal hospital, we frequently would foster animals ranging from kittens, to ducks, to bunnies. I currently have just a cat. for awhile I had a senior center going at my house. As there's been lots of life changes, I love watching other...

Care Member says "Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the most...

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Jessika F.

Pet Care Taker

Schiller Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I have been a dog sitter for almost two years helping teachers and friends with their fury friends while they are on vacation or out of town. I do dog walking services for dogs. I am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets.
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Sky C.

Friendly, Passionate Dog Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello all! My name is Sky C. and I am currently a senior in college. For most of my life I have been surrounded by dogs, which has resulted in a passion of watching them grow and mature. I have spent about 10 years watching an array of dogs and puppies. I'm also a babysitter to a wonderful family who owns a senior labradoodle,...

Care Member says "I am so happy that we found Sky! She did such a great job babysitting our puppy while we were gone for a week. She is very responsible, trustworthy, and...

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Veronica C.

Experienced , Reliable And Responsible Housekeeper & House Sitter. Available All Weekdays.

Chicago, IL

4.6(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
attic cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 13 years of experience, I looking for four days a week and six hours a day. I'm house and dog sitter as well. I'm very hard working person and I'm self motivated. I'm easy to follow instructions. I'm very honest and friendly person . I have very good references. I like to read and spend time with my family.

Michele R. says "AMAZING! I had such a great feeling about her when we met. I hired her for babysitter and housekeeper. She is a mother and you can pick up on that....

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Carolyn D.

Pet Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I love animals. I have 3 of my own dogs. I have a man-made pond that I built myself and have over 10 Koi fish in there. I have another separate pond that I have 9 turtles in. I just enjoy the energy the animals give. I often "animal sit" for people, because I know how important it is to know your animal is being well taken care...
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Timothy B.

I Will Call You Cat And Dog " Little Baby" No Matter What Their Name Is .

Forest Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've constantly had pets in my life until the last decade where my wife and I relocated to a new apartment shortly after our cat passed away. We've had a hamster here and there, but caring for bigger more furry animals really brings us joy. We've become the go-to in-house pet sitters for our friends and family for all the...
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Belle W.

Pet Sitter Available

Oak Park, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
For the past 7 years, I have babysat families with pets in the home and have fed, walked, bathed, and groomed their pets. I have cared for cats, dogs, fish, hamsters, rabbits, and birds.
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Jessica Z.

Biggest Dog-Lover!

Oak Lawn, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Jessica, a reliable caregiver with experience in childcare, senior care, and pet care. I've babysat for friends and family and coached gymnastics for kids ages 3 to 13, giving me a strong understanding of how to engage children in a safe, structured, and fun environment. I'm dependable, adaptable, and focused on each...
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Sandra R.

Part Time/ Occasional Pet Sitter

La Grange, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. Ive been taking care of dogs since im a kid! I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I will make sure your pet is safe and happy.
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Zhenia R.

Elmwood Park, IL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello, my name is Carolain. I've had my beautiful huskies for over two years now I've done dog walking for over two years dog sitting and boarding smaller breed trained dogs. I would love to be your little dogs new best friend. I can't wait to hear from you guys, and get a chance to meet your four-legged best friends. I truly do...
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Julia N.

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have experience both with dogs and cats, mainly as a dog walker or general pet-sitter for friends or family.
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Yuri H.

Hinsdale, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
Hi! My name is [your name], and I'm a responsible, caring, and trustworthy person. I truly love animals and have experience taking care of dogs and cats both at home and as a walker. I enjoy spending time with pets, playing with them, taking them on walks, and making sure they're happy and well taken care of. I'm available for...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.33/hr as of January 2026

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Brookfield, IL

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

Veronica A.

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

- Suzanne M.

Dominique F.

She loves listening to my stories and always come with her smile and little gifts

- Markesha H.

Tracy N.

I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone...

- Anna B.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Brookfield, IL

Dog sitters near you in Brookfield, 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 Brookfield, 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 Brookfield, IL is $14.33.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Brookfield, 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 Brookfield, 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 Brookfield, 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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