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Allison A.

East Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
I have worked in homes with pets before as well as dog and cat sitting for families on vacation. Willing to stay in home or commute daily based on your needs!
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Alyssa M.

Caring Critter-Sitter.

East Peoria, IL

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Grooming
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have been caring for pets since I was 5 years old, so for 20 years. I have raised guinea pigs, rabbits, a prairie dog, turtles, hermit crabs, a parakeet, and dogs. I have also "critter-sat" for dogs, rabbits, turtles, and snakes. I am knowledgeable about all aspects in the care of these creatures (feeding, bedding, grooming,...
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Madyson H.

Pet Sitter

East Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have grown up with pets my whole life. I have had experience dog-sitting and cat-sitting for others for the past 6 years and truly enjoy it.
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Emilee C.

East Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've grown up with family pets and dog sitting for family friends. I love playing with and getting to hangout with animals!
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Kayla L.

Washington, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience pet sitting for different families here and there over the years. I have a family dog at home who is my responsibility at times. I love animals and would love to help out!
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Annaliese H.

Metamora, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I've grown up with three big dogs as well as other animals and have sited in the past for a family friend!
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Cheryl M.

After School And Sports/activities Care

Tremont, IL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
grooming
dog training
+ 1 more
Hello. I love all pets. Our pets make a happy, fulfilled home. I have over 30 years experience of pet walking, boarding, training and in home care sitter etc. I owned my own pet walking/training/in home sitting company of over 15 years paid services. I have pet training experience. I care for senior pets with special needs as...
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Aysel A.

Eureka, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
Greetings, I am a certified dog walker since 2018. I grew up with a super pet friendly family. We had dogs, cats, birds and aquarium animals. I spent a lot of quality time with them. I have many experiences with pet sitting. I enjoy their company, I do not see it as a job at all! I am a huge advocate for exercise so don't...

Jason P. says "Aysel is one of the most amazing animal lovers I have ever witnessed. Her capacity to relate to and love animals is truly remarkable and a joy to watch....

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Kylei A.

Eureka, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
Love Cats, Dogs , Fish and all the Animals. I can help with walks , gromming , And sitting. I own cats and Dogs so have the experience taking care of them!
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Tonia J.

I LOVE Your Pets!

Pekin, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! I am looking to supplement my income, which means I am very reliable (!) I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Dog Park, etc. Whatever attention your pet needs, I am willing to provide!
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Baillie M.

Dedicated Pet Caregiver

Princeville, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Dog training
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Baillie. I have 10 years of paid experience and an additional 10 years of unpaid experience. This includes the daily care of dogs, cats, reptiles, amphibians, horses, and a variety of small mammals. I can help with any and all of your pet care needs. I love all animals and have experience with many different species...
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Allison S.

Experienced Sitter That Prides Herself On Taking The Best Care Of Your Family.

Deer Creek, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
I started working with animals when my family first adopted a cat! Since then, we have adopted two cats and two dogs. I am currently the main caregiver for the two pups my fiancé and I adopted.
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Mallory B.

Pet Sitter

Princeville, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I was a pet sitter while in college for a couple whenever they went out of town. I was required to clean up after the dog, take the dog on walks, feed, water, and play with their dog.
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Chandler M.

Pet Care

Hanna City, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
I have one dog, one cat and 2 kittens. My family and I are all vegans - so if that doesn't tell you my love for animals, I don't know what will! I will love and care for each animal as if it was my own. Including house sitting, boarding, walks, drop ins and transportation.
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Kim G.

babysitter/nanny/pet sitter

Dunlap, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 2 cats and I use to have a horse. I also love dogs.
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Emily R.

Tremont, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Over 15 plus years dog sitting for friends and family. Love helping taking care of dogs. And walking them caring for them, feeding them, giving them the love and attention they need and deserve while their loved ones are busy!
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Sydney D.

Hanna City, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
My name is Sydney D, and I'm currently a student at UIUC, here until May of 2024. All throughout my life, I've owned just about any pet you can think of: Dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, hamsters, hedgehogs. I love my pets (as of now, two cat rescues!) and would love the opportunity to care for several more, whether it be long...
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  • 17 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.25/hr as of July 2025

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

Dog sitters near you in East Peoria, 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 Peoria, 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 Peoria, IL is $13.25.

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