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Summer S.

Pet Care!

Kenilworth, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
Experience with Dogs, Cats, Hedgehogs, horses, goats, and chickens. Love animals of alll shapes and sizes! Have been pet sitting for years!
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Dog Mom And Cat Auntie

Winnetka, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I've cared for large breed dogs including my own for 10 years. Walking, feeding, sitting, socializing and cuddles while you're away! Cat lover also!
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Lake Bluff, IL

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I grew up surrounded by animals and have always had a deep love for them. My own dog is now 13 years old and has been a big part of my life. Over the past few years, I've often taken care of other people's dogs and cats as a pet sitter, and I truly enjoy spending time with them. I can't wait to meet your furry friends and...
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Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Mishy. I've spent majority of my life getting familiar with our furry friends. I am available to sit, dog walk, run pet errands for your furry loved ones! Please reach out today to let me know if you'd like to connect.
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Vernon Hills, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there! I'm Ivy, I've been pet sitting since the age of 12 and I have a deep love and compassion for our furry friends. I am a dog mom to a 3-year-old Shiba Inu Alaskan Klee Kai mix named Stormi she is my whole world. I am comfortable with walking, feeding and overall taking care of your pet as if it was my own. Your pets...
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Your Dogs BEST Friend

Great Lakes, IL

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I am currently a nanny and would love to start babysitting your four legged children! I have many years of pet sitting on the side of my full time job. I am also a dog mom myself to a beautiful Australian shepherd! I love small and large dogs and can help with all of you pets needs!
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Glenview, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been a dog owner for most of my life and very much enjoy furry friends. I have experience house and pet sitting in the past.
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Gwen V.'s Photo

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
I have experience pet sitting for dogs, cats, birds, fish, and small mammals. This includes, feeding, walking (dogs), grooming, playing, etc., I have two dogs myself and I love them and have so much fun playing with them and taking them for walks. I have a huge passion for animals and really enjoy taking care of them and playing...
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Dog Sitter/walker

Lake Bluff, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have grown up with large breed dogs my whole life! I love to bring the inner puppy out of any dog! I love to provide a stimulating and safe environment for dogs of any size!
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Caring And Energetic

Wheeling, IL

from
$14/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I absolutely love working with animals, I am a pet owner myself and I'm available to pet sit and dog walk!
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Kara G.'s Photo

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
As a dog owner myself, I know how important a fur baby is to another. I'm experienced in dog sitting, walking, training, and all in all animal lover. No animal is a challenge, I'm patient and caring to all sizes and breeds.
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Lake Forest, IL

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have lived and taken care of various pets throughout my life, primarily cats and dogs. I am looking to pet-sit or dog walk, as I don't have much paid experience in the area
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Olivia S.'s Photo

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have over a year of experience of dog sitting, and I absolutely love spending time with furry friends and making them feel loved and cared for. I'm super active, so I would love to take your dog on long walks!
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Overnight Pet Sitter

Glenview, IL

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
My name is Heather and I love animals of all sizes and ages. I am 43 and a mother of 3 teenagers and I have always had a dog of my own. I always pet sit for my friends and neighbors and just recently have helped out a dog sitting company at the last minute so I have many excellent references. I I am a teacher in East Glenview so...
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Professional Sitter And Walker

Lake Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a pet sitter and dog walker trained by an animal behaviorist. I love animals and have been told I am very good with them. I have a farm and am very well versed with most animals.
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Part-time Care; FULL Time LOVE!

Wheeling, IL

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I am currently working as a dog walker, and a regular dog sitter! I am very comfortable with pets, and I am comfortable pet sitting in your home, and I also am available to house dogs in my own home! I have had a dog walking and care taking experience of seven years, and has been one of the greatest joys and experience!
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Danielle K.'s Photo

Winnetka, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Hello all! My name is Danielle and I am a current Lakeview resident. I live in a spacious apartment building with a fenced in backyard. Currently I don't have any live in pets, however have taken care of our family pup Bobby who is a sweet bichon frise. I have experience walking and caring for energetic big mutts as well as...
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Northbrook, IL

from
$27/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I am an experienced and compassionate pet sitter with a strong background in caring for both cats and dogs. I provide attentive, loving care, ensuring pets feel safe and comfortable in their familiar surroundings. My skills include administering oral medication, applying medicated eye drops, and monitoring pets for any signs of...
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Heaven Victoria S.'s Photo

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$23/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've dog sit a few times in my life! I love to be around furry animals and care for them
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Briana H.'s Photo

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I love animals and will treat your pet with compassion and care. I have my own cat, Kovu, and he is treated like a member of the family. I have experience with a variety of animals and can provide pet sitting in your home, check ins, dog walking, vet visit transportation, and general pet care.
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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Highland Park, IL

Dog sitters near you in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, IL is $20.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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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