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Lenice S.

Walking Dogs. Sitting Cats And Dogs

Chicago, IL

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Please feel free to contact me for walk with your dog and sitting your animals. I'm looking for spend time with your pets around.
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Pawsitively Perfect Dog Sitting

Chicago, IL

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
More than just a dog sitter, I provide personalized care, companionship, and a stress-free experience for your furry friend. With a deep love for animals and a keen attention to their needs, I ensure every pup feels safe, happy, and loved while you're away. Whether it's playtime, walks, or cuddles, I treat your dog like family
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Dog Sitting/walking

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I absolutely love animals and would love to pet sit or dog walk if needed! I have grown up with dogs my whole life and just recently lost my childhood dog so I could use some dog love this summer!!
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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
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
basement 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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Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a reliable and compassionate dogs and cats lover with 5years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting. I provide a safe, fun, and loving environment for every dog, ensuring they get the exercise, care, and attention they need while you're away.
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Part Time Pet Care Available

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have been an owner of various fish and a turtle for three years in the past. I have also been hired as a dog walker for one of my neighbors for a year before he moved to California. I provide pet sitting services as well as feeding and walking services.
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Summertime Dog Sitter Available

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience with dogs of all sizes and ages. I've lived and taken care of multiple dogs since I was a little girl. I have experience with feeding, walking, and playing with dogs.
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Animal Lover

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I recently graduated from college and moved to the Lakeview East area. I grew up with dogs and love being around animals. I am a very responsible person and have done house/dog sitting in the past. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like more information!
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Responsible Animal-loving Medical Student

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi! I'm Molly and I'm a current medical student looking for pet sitting jobs to make some extra money. I love animals and have fostered dogs in the past, as well as lived with 3 different dogs of varying shapes and sizes. I also lived with a cat growing up, and am comfortable with all types of animals. I look forward to meeting...
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Comprehensive Care For Your Fuzzy Family

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! My name is Nina and I just moved to Logan Square for the summer. I am a 21-year-old attending college at the University of Miami (Ohio) and an incoming senior studying speech pathology. I grew up with two cats and a dog so I have a good amount of experience. I also was my neighborhood pet sitting and walker. I love all...
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Pet Sitter/walker/caretaker

Chicago, IL

from
$16/hr
Dog training
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am an animal lover at my core. I have cared for dogs, cats, and horses of my friends and family including walks, feeding, grooming, medication management, behavior training, and promotion of play and socialization. I am willing to provide all the aforementioned services, and more, just ask! I would love the opportunity to work...
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Caring & Compassionate Pet Companion!

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hey there! I'm Jared--nice to meet you! I have 2 years of paid experience sitting birds (cockatoos), as well as dogs and cats. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I grew up with pets and I know how unnerving it can be leaving them with a stranger, so I strive to provide the highest quality of pet care. In terms of my...
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Pet sitter

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a proud owner of an 13-year-old shih-tzu. I have always been compassionate about animals and will care for yours as if they were my own. I have started as a volunteer at PAWS Chicago, walking dogs during my free time. I have eventually started working as a caregiver and now currently a veterinary assistant at a small...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am more than willing to take your pup for a nice long walk and I will also provide dog sitting in your own home. II love dogs of all sizes and ages, I fell into dog sitting and walking through my years of nannying and the families ended up asking me to care for the pups when the human kiddos were too old to need my nannying...
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Animal Lover And Friend

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Dog training
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Sarah. I am a huge animal lover. I'm good with all sizes and age. I've trained my own dogs as well as a few friends dogs. Before the pandemic hit I was walking dogs for Dogs deserve it. This job gave me so much joy and I miss my dogs very much. Building connections with my clients animals is very important to...
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Cheerful Pet-sitter!

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
grooming
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I love being around animals and would love any job that involves taking care of them. I have watched over many of my neighbors dogs and cats back at home.
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Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
grooming
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
+ 1 more
I have had dogs my entire life. I have done a lot of house sitting/babysitting/pet sitting for families away on vacation/who work during the day.
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Pet Sitter/Walker

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide daytime or overnight pet sitting/walking in your own home. Currently, I am attending Boston College's Master of Social Work program. I have had pets (5 large dogs) my entire life and feel comfortable with the everyday pet-related tasks.
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Avid Dog Lover Looking To Help

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
administration of medicine
I have watched dogs for over 11 years. My family has owned a golden retriever, a pitbull mix, and a lab/terrier mix and I have dogsat for neighbors, colleagues, and teachers. I have experience potty, obedience, and leash training. I have a special love for large to medium dogs, but am experienced with all sizes. I am attentive...
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Pet Lover Looking To Care For Your Furry Friend!

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have volunteered at the animal shelter near my university, done many house and pet sitting jobs throughout my life and have always lived with a pet dog since I was born. I like to get exercise and be active so I am always excited to run or walk with a doggy workout partner! I am a recent college graduate who has recently moved...
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  • 579 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.97/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 4.9

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Chicago, IL

Dog sitters near you in Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL is $17.97.

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