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Julia D.

Looking To Pet Sit, Loves Animals

East Alton, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have a deep love for dogs and cats and am willing to assist you with any pet sitting or care that you need for your fur babies.
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Mary W.

Experienced Pet Owner And Pet Sitter

Glen Carbon, IL

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have owned cats and dogs for 30+ years. I have experience with drop in and continuous pet care for cats and dogs.

Care Member says "Mary is amazing!! She's watched my dog for me over the weekend numerous times, and he loves her! She sends me pictures and updates regularly, too. I...

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Audrey V.

Caring And Fun Pet Sitter

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
I have 1. 5 years 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.
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Claire B.

Edwardsville, IL

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there, my name is Claire and I'm an energetic and upbeat 22-year-old! My rates starts at $25/hour for one child and $18-20/hr for dog walking/sitting. I have worked for two families and one school. I'm CPR certified, have my own car, and currently in school for Elementary Education. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any...
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Liz T.

Pet Sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Fur Baby!

Glen Carbon, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
Services Provided: Potty Breaks/Stop In's, Dog Walks, Daily Visits (30 min & 1 Hr visits)Hikes, Dog Beach Trips, Pet Taxi, Kitty Care, Dog Park Trips Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. My experience in Pet Care is from having my own pets...
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Addison B.

Bio

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Hi everyone! My name is Addison and I am looking for some pet sitting jobs! I have a dog named Jackie, and a cat named snowball. I love animals and would love to help you out with your furry friends!
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Taylor M.

Friendly Pet Lover

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and I grew up around them my whole life. I used to do dog walking and pet sitting a couple years ago and I want to get back into it!
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Anastasia B.

I Love Animals And Would Be Happy To Help Care For Your Four-legged Friends!

Edwardsville, IL

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there, I'm Anastasia! I am looking for a job that I enjoy more which is why I came to this type of work. I would love to help make your life easier and love kiddos/pets! I currently work in entertainment and would like to continue doing that part time along with this if it works out (this is usual weekends only.) Feel free to...
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Miranda R.

Here For All Your Sitting Needs

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been working as a pet sitter for the past 2 years. I have many references and specialize in dogs. I absolutely love being able to watch animals and I fall in love with every one of them that I meet. I am not scared of dogs when it comes to biting and rough play but I will turn down a vicious dog if it seems unsafe.
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Catie W.

Animal Lover

Edwardsville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I love animals and have grown up with many, including big goofy dogs. I have a huge passion for animals and love to spend time with them and provide them the best care possible! I have a lot of pet sitting experience.

Tammie B. says "Catie kept my two dogs at her home for two weeks. She was very responsive and even gave one dog two baths when he rolled in something. I would...

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Callie K.

Dog Walker / Sitter

Edwardsville, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have a dog of my own who is a 2. 5-year-old shih tzu. I also grew up with two 12-year-old shih tzus. I love being around animals and making sure they live a happy and healthy life!
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Madeline J.

Pet Sitter

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have three dogs of my own and have had two cats in the past. I am a huge animal lover and am open to inquiries! :)
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Shira S.

Looking To Make Some New Furry Friends

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Hi there! My name is Shira and I'm a passionate dog lover who has been taking care of furry friends over the last several years. Whether it's a playful puppy or a mature pooch, I always strive to provide the best care possible. I understand that each dog has unique needs and personalities, so I make sure to listen to their...

Temima S. says "The best babysitter!! Shira is amazing with children and with our dogs. She really gets on their level and plays with them which they love. Shira is...

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Nia C.

Part-time Pet Care Taker

Saint Louis, MO

from
$10/hr
Grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I love animals and am attentive and caring. I provide pet sitting in your own home and walks. I love friendly dogs of all sizes and ages. I was a former dog walker. I also work with small pets (guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits etc.) I am open to caring for all animals but I am allergic to cats.
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Suzy A.

Saint Louis, MO

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile and consider me for the job of caring for your beloved furry friend! All of my experience is personal. I had a dog for about 12 years before she eventually passed, so I understand the pet owner life and all the joys and challenges that come with it. I have been a pet...
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Rachel R.

Pet Lover With Years Of Pet Sitting Experience

O Fallon, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
As long as I can remember, I've always loved animals of all kinds! I have over 8 years of experience pet sitting for both dogs and cats in all types of contexts from boarding in my home to drop-in sitting and am happy to provide references. I also have experience providing dogs with insulin and other medications. My schedule is...
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Grace D.

Dog Loving Grad Student!

Saint Louis, MO

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Hi! My names Grace and I am currently in grad school for Occupational Therapy. I LOVE all dogs and cats and am looking to dog and cat sit before I leave June 22nd. I am also a long distance runner and love walking and/or running w pups to keep me company!
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Katie L.

Flexible Freelancer Availabe For Petsitting

Saint Louis, MO

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hey there fellow pet lovers! With a lifetime of experience raising dogs and over a decade of pet sitting under my belt, I'm thrilled to offer pet sitting and dog walking for your furry family members. As a full-time freelance writer, my schedule is entirely flexible. I can accommodate your pet's needs, whether it's a midday...
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Keira S.

Granite City, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have worked at a doggy day care for sometime., so I have experience with mainly dogs. A am comfortable walking your dog and or pet sitting, I can as well take your dog to the dog park or do drop offs at doggy daycare!
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Shantelle B.

Shantelle( Pet Sitter)

Florissant, MO

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Well I've been around pets since I could walk or talk. I enjoy playing with many types of animals. As a child we had many different types of pets from frogs, hamster, guinea pigs, birds, cats and dogs. I give continuous respect for all pets and I'll be very responsible and loving to any pet in a family members absent. Look...
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  • 55 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in East Alton, IL

Dog Sitters in East Alton, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 55 listed dog sitters

Mary W.

Mary is amazing!! She's watched my dog for me over the weekend numerous times, and he loves her! She sends me pictures and updates...

- Care member

Catie W.

Catie kept my two dogs at her home for two weeks. She was very responsive and even gave one dog two baths when he rolled in something. I...

- Tammie B.

Shira S.

The best babysitter!! Shira is amazing with children and with our dogs. She really gets on their level and plays with them which they love....

- Temima S.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in East Alton, IL

Dog sitters near you in East 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.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in East 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 East Alton, IL is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in East 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.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in East 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.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in East 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.

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