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Brenda L.

I Am Available For Pet Sitting In Your Home.

Downs, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide dog/pet sitting in your home. I have a lot of experience with all kinds of different dog breeds. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have two rescue pups of my own and I continue to work with rescues in the area. I also have experience with other types of animals. I can provide you with some great references if you...
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Pet Sitter/Walker

Bloomington, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi there! My name is Kylie, and I have 3 years of experience in housekeeping and laundry working at rehabilitation and senior care facility, and 1 and a half years of experience as a 'Kennel Staff Member' at an animal hospital, where it was my job to provide care to the patients and pets who were boarding at the facility. I am a...
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Only The Best For Your Fur Babies!

Bloomington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
I've been dog sitting regularly for family and friends since I was 15. I have also worked at a zoo, Veterinarian's office, and an animal emergency clinic, so I have lots of experience with all kinds of animals. I am currently working through school to be a Certified Veterinary Technician.

Care Member says "Lily loves our dogs. She is great with them. She is responsible and always does what is needed when watching our 3 dogs. She asks questions to make...

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Eat. Play. Love.

Bloomington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Haley and I'm excited to meet your fur baby! I am a hard working human and fur baby mom! I have five years of experience working with animals including dog grooming, doggy daycare, walking and overnight sitting. Animals have a special place in my heart!

Isabelle B. says "Haley was great! She kept me in the loop about how things were going and communicated with me throughout my trip away."

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Part Time Pet Sitter

Normal, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have my own cat, I also frequently take care of a family friend's dog when they are out on vacation.
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Brea B.'s Photo

Bloomington, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Caring for animals is my passion! For the past six years, I have provided pet sitting and walking services for dogs and cats. I prioritize the comfort and happiness of every pet as if they were my own. I am responsible and energetic, and I enjoy active play and outings with high-energy breeds. I ensure a safe and clean...
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Bloomington, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am experienced pet owner with 15+ years of taking care of animals, including dogs, cats, rodents, and fish. I love dogs of all sizes and ages, and can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Dog Sitter

Bloomington, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a responsible and caring pet caregiver with a genuine love for dogs of all sizes. I have hands-on experience walking, caring for, and handling large dogs, including my own well-trained dog. I am attentive to each pet's safety, behavior, and individual needs. I enjoy providing active walks, positive interaction, and a calm,...
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Normal, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
I've been dog and cat sitting for the past 6 years. I have a great love for animals and am responsible, cleanly, and respectful. I worked at an animal hospital for 2 years in their boarding kennel. With that, I have lots of experience administering meds if that is needed. I'm a current senior at ISU and away from home missing my...
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Tela M.'s Photo

Normal, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and have had pets in my home my whole life. I grew up with a dog and a cat, so I love both so much. I have three years of experience house sitting/dog-sitting for one family, they have a dog named Bella.
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Pet Walker And House Sitter

Normal, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have worked at a doggie daycare and have a ton of experience with cats, fish and turtles.
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Grace F.'s Photo

Normal, IL

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
For the past four years, I've dedicated myself to providing exceptional care for pets of all kinds. My approach centers on prioritizing your pet's comfort and happiness, treating them as if they were my own, and reinforcing positive behaviors. I maintain a clean and secure environment, and I'm always prepared to clean up after...
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Victoria M.'s Photo

Normal, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! I'm Victoria and I'm so excited to start offering pet care services. While this is my first year doing it professionally, caring for animals has always been a big part of my life. I've spent years looking after pets for family and friends, especially dogs and cats, and I truly love getting to know each animal's...
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Pet Care/Sitter

Normal, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Experienced animal caretaker available to help out when needed to help with letting dogs out when nature calls, walking dogs (small to medium size), companionship/ feeding/cleaning, etc. Can assist with dogs, cats, fish, etc. In my opinion, our pets are family too, and they need someone trustworthy and dependable to rely on at...
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Bridget P.'s Photo

Bloomington, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Madison B.'s Photo

Normal, IL

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've grown up around animals my entire life, I have had a minimum of 2 dogs through my entire life and regularly cat/dog sit for my neighbors and family friends. I babysit often and am used to keeping a house clean!
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Thyme W.'s Photo

Normal, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! While I don't have official business experience I do have experience with pet sitting for family friends and I personally have three cats and an elderly dog. I'm great with animals and they have been a passion of mine since I was very little and watching wild krats.
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Friendly And Fun Sitter

Normal, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have always been an animal lover and animals have always loved me! I have a family dog and have taken care of dogs in my free time ever since I started college. All animals tend to warm up to me very quickly, and I would love the opportunity to give your furry friends all the affection and care that they may need!
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Jade B.'s Photo

Bloomington, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Bringing joy to animals is my passion. I treat every pet as my own, prioritizing their comfort and happiness through safe, stimulating, and consistent routines. I manage high-energy breeds with active play, maintain a clean environment, and watch for any signs of distress. In emergencies, I remain calm, follow pre-discussed...
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  • The average post rate is $10.00/hr as of February 2026

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Downs, IL

Dog sitters near you in Downs, 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 Downs, 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 Downs, IL is $10.00.

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