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Kathryn A.

Joliet, IL

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
I am a former veterinary technician and I love animals! I have 2 dogs and 2 cats of my own. I am available for drop-in sitting on a flexible schedule.
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Pet Sitter / Dog Walker

Joliet, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Krista. I have experience with dogs and cats. Previously I have done dog walking, helped with training, feeding and playing with pets as needed. I have two cats of my own who I adore and are my babies. I'd love to get to know your fur babies as well!
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Joliet, IL

from
$19/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Gera! I've been around animals my whole life and absolutely love caring for them. I have three adorable cats and a big, goofy dog of my own. With experience pet sitting for family and friends, I'm a natural with both cats and dogs. I'd love the opportunity to care for your pets and ensure they feel happy, safe, and loved...
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Part-Time Pet Care

Joliet, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I come from a family with a lot of pets! Currently, we have 7 dogs! 6 of them being Rottweilers and 1 being a chihuahua. I can provide pet sitting in your home and would not be able to bring your dog to mine. I also have experience with puppies. My family has been breeding Rottweilers for around four years so I have good...
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Joliet, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello my name is Daisha. I do have a love for animals. Sometimes I think we don't deserve them because of how sweet and caring they are. I would love to help you and or your family out by walking the dog and dog sitting. I would love to take care of your baby! If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me!
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Kristina N.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a dog lover and dog owner. I love dogs and treat them like my kids. I love taking them on walks and playing fetch with them. I have over 10 years of experience. I also have experience with dog walking and pet sitting. I treat all dogs with love as I do with my dog.
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Animal Lover Available For Daily Walks, Pet Care, And Pet Sitting

Joliet, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
grooming
I'm a huge animal lover and have always been in tune with animals. I've lived and grown up with pets my whole life varying from dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles and small pets. I've doggy sat for multiple neighbors while growing up and have taken care of smaller pets as well.
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CARING DOG SITTER AND WALKER

Channahon, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Rebecca (Becci) and I live in Channahon. I am 43 years old and I LOVE dogs and be around them! I was born in Germany and I lived there until October 2014 when I moved to the U. S. and got married to my wonderful husband. The last four years in Germany I took care of dogs. This included daily walking with them,...
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Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hi! My name is Raeya and I am going into my senior year of my BSW at Aurora University! I offer child care, pet sitting, non-medical senior care, and household maintenance services (cleaning, running errands, etc.). I love caring for others and look forward to becoming a Social Worker after graduating college. I have...
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Minooka, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 4 dogs and a cat myself! I am 20 years old and have been pet sitting since I was 16 years old.
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Full Or Part Time Nanny/pet Sitter

Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Dog sitting for families I have worked for in the past. Also dog sitting for friends and family members. I have about 15 years of experience.
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Stacy E.'s Photo

Lockport, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Love dogs. I've had dogs my entire life. Many different breeds. From small dogs to big. I enjoy walking dogs or dog sitting if necessary. Please give me a call and I hope I can help care for your fur babies
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Experienced Pet Sitter Of 10+ Years

Romeoville, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have over 10 years of animal care experience. I have worked with all sorts of animals including dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles and more. I offer dog walking and pet sitting services.
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Gabrielle M.'s Photo

Lockport, IL

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience from pet sitting for friends and also have experience from having pets my self. Experienced with cats and dogs.
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Sherry G.'s Photo

Plainfield, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I am nanny with the summer off so I'm looking for part-time work. I have a cat Ollie and a dog, black lab Lorenzo for 12 years. I also cat and dog sit for my neighbors when they are out of town. I'm located in north Plainfield. Thanks, Sherry
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Pet-Care Provider

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
grooming
+ 1 more
I have 2 dogs myself and have owned fish, birds, guinea pigs, hamsters, and a cat as well. I know how to properly clean up after and care for most animals. I have been paid to house sit/pet sit before.
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Babysitter/ pet sitter

Lockport, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Emily. I have three years of experience raising cats, 10 years of experience taking care of dogs, and two years of experience around horses. I enjoy walking outside and playing with animals. I would love to get to know your pet(s) and save you some time and stress!
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Rachel G.'s Photo

Shorewood, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
I can provide dog sitting in your house or mine. I have 2 chihuahua mix breeds who are super friendly and fun and have socialized them since they were born. I volunteered for Paws as a foster parent for a few years and have met wonderful breeds of all sizes. I believe that your pets are family, and with the care & responsibility...
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Lover Of All Animals!

Lockport, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting, if you're going out of town and need someone who is caring and trustworthy, I'm the right one for you! I have 2 two dogs and one cat and have had others in the past that still live on in my heart. I love talking dogs on walks and lots of play time and cuddles for both dogs and cats. I also have a...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.62/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Joliet, IL

Dog sitters near you in Joliet, 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 Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL is $15.62.

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