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Chloe T.

Pet Sitting Experience

Yorkville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm passionate about providing loving, reliable care for animals. I have 2 years of experience boarding dogs, and I currently have two dogs and three cats of my own, so I truly understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your pets. I'm energetic, love spending time outdoors, and enjoy keeping animals active...
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Kathryn A.

Joliet, IL

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
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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Rachel G.

Shorewood, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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Aidan H.

Yorkville, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hi! My name is Aidan! I am a huge animal lover and have experience in pet sitting. I have done overnights as well as daytime tasks such as walking, feeding, playing, and cuddling someone's pet. This has been for both cats and dogs! I'm very loving, dependable, responsible, and active. I'd love to help you out and spend time with...
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Tania N.

Morris, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing experience for your furry family members. I've been a pet parent for 6 years and love my dog and cat dearly. I treat every pet as if they were my own, providing consistent routines, engaging play, and a clean, secure environment. Whether your dog has high energy or your cat...
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Julie W.

Plainfield, IL

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, rabbits, and hamsters. I have dog sitted for friends as well. I have provided care for a friends dog while their family was gone. Care I have provided also consisted of walking and feeding.
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Autumn G.

Yorkville, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
Hi! I am an Environmental Science student at Iowa State University. I am home for the summer and would love to take care of your furry friends!! Currently, I have 3 cats and a dog (named Hash Brown)! In the past I've had ferrets, rats, a hedgehog, dogs, and cats! I have been pet sitting on and off for friends families and...
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Haleigh M.

Channahon, IL

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello my name is Haleigh, I am looking for people in need of a dog walker or sitter. I have always had a passion for working with animals. I worked at an animal shelter for 4 years and still dog sit on the side from time to time. I'm looking for more opportunities to do what I love!
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Ashlin Z.

Joliet, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have a german short haired pointer. She is very energetic and loves to play. I have always lover animals, and I dog sit for my friends who need me to.
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Kara D.

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello I'm Kara! I'm 20 and have done pet care for about 6 years now! I absolutely adore animals and have always had a passion to work with them! I have done pet sitting, dog walking and overnights. I have also worked with a wide variety of breeds and all ages! I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours and days to work with...

Aracelli M. says "Kara has been our pup sitter for a year now and we absolutely love her! She's dependable and a great communicator. She also deals with our high energy...

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Sara B.

Sara B.

Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I am an organized, dependable, and pet-loving college student working towards an education degree. Currently, I am working as an assistant high school dance coach and am volunteering with children in schools. I have 3 years of experience as a pet sitter working with dogs, cats, fish, and a bearded dragon. I am always...

Care Member says "Sara has been pet sitting for me since 2019. She came highly recommended and never disappoints. We have two cats and a bearded dragon that she takes...

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Katherine J.

Full Or Part Time Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Naperville, IL

3.7(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dog training
grooming
pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
My name is Katie and animals are a true passion of mine. For pet sitting/ dog walker, I am available all year round, 24/7, even on holidays. I offer boarding services as well as going to other people's homes to visit their pets. I am a non smoker.

Saba H. says "Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week cruises or a quick...

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Tina F.

Experienced, Honest, Reliable, Quality Care For Pets - Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - As My Full-Time Business

Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...

Krystal S. says "Tina helped us tremendously by agreeing two watch our two cats last minute. One of our cats is elderly and requires oral medication administration, which...

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Hailey R.

Babysitting And Dog/Cat Sitter

Plainfield, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
I have been working with kids since my sophomore year of high school. I have worked as a swim instructor, dog sitter and after school councilor. I am majoring in elementary education and want to be a teacher once I graduate. I would love more experience to work with kids while making some money in the process. I appreciate you...
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Ariel A.

Pet Care Giver Available

Aurora, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! My name's Ariel. I'm 18, have been working for quite a while which is a dog walking/sitting app. I have my own car and would love to help take care of any type of animal. I have no issues with any! Even tarantulas!
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Isabella H.

Oswego, IL

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Isabella I'm new to pet care but really excited to start helping out families in my area. I've always loved animals and I'm responsible, calm, and patient. I'm open to learning and following your pet's routine exactly as you prefer! I'm comfortable with small and friendly dogs, cats, and easy drop-in visits (feeding,...
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Doris K.

Dog Owner 42+ Years

Naperville, IL

from
$14/hr
Pet sitting
I am interested in providing vacation pet sitting in your home. I am able to gather mail and water plants. I have been a resident of Naperville for 33+ years. I currently attend Community Christian church for 10+ years. I am trustworthy and honest. I would respect your privacy and keep it orderly. I have a 32-year-old daughter,...
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Sara S.

Plainfield, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello my name is Sara and I am a sophomore at the University of Maine. I am looking for a consistent summer job that includes pet sitting and dog walks. I have watched dogs for 3 years now and personally have two adorable dogs of my own! I would describe my personality as hard working, reliable, and outgoing.
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Emily G.

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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Emily O.

Naperville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I'm great with dogs, I currently have two at home I care for. I also have two cats as well. I have plenty of experience with being a pet sitter. I have been pet sitting the same dog for over a year now. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

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

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Minooka, IL

Dog Sitters in Minooka, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Kara D.

Kara has been our pup sitter for a year now and we absolutely love her! She's dependable and a great communicator. She also deals with our...

- Aracelli M.

Sara B.

Sara has been pet sitting for me since 2019. She came highly recommended and never disappoints. We have two cats and a bearded dragon that...

- Care member

Katherine J.

Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week...

- Saba H.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Minooka, IL

Dog sitters near you in Minooka, 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 Minooka, 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 Minooka, IL is $15.00.

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