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Olivia V.

Fun Pet Sitter!

Winnetka, IL

5.0(0)
from
$8/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I've been a dog walker/pet sitter for many years with paid experience. I have lived with dogs and cats, and have experience with other animals as well. Would love a summer job while home from college! Thank you :)
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Lauren J.

Part-Time Pet Caretaker And Dog Walker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello!! I'm Lauren. I've been a full-time self employed Dog Walker & Pet sitter in Chicago & Evanston for 10 years. I currently have over 40 clients, many of which I've been working for 5+ years. Prior to being self employed, I worked at a local pet shop/groomer while I was a student at Loyola. I started walking dogs and pet...

Deacon K. says "Lauren took care of our house and two dogs for about a week while our family traveled on vacation. We are so thankful for her calm, reassuring manner,...

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Isadora T.

Caring And Experienced Compassionate Care For Your Animal Companions

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
A warm hello! I am a huge lover of animals and they of me. I was raised in a household with 2 cats and 2 dogs with responsibility from a young age for their care and keeping them happy. It would be my pleasure to share references for cats I have provided care for. I am a responsible, affectionate mature adult who genuinely...

Care Member says "We were traveling out of town and needed someone to take care of our elderly cat. Isadora was totally trustworthy and responsible, we felt like our...

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Jennifer M.

Pet Sitter

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher (background checked), animal lover, and former Lincoln Park Zoo Docent available for pet sitting. In addition, I was a vet tech before going to college with over 20 years experience in pet sitting. I am available for in-home dog boarding or at my home. My minimum rate is $42 a day to 50 dollars per day....

Bob G. says "Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it was obvious that...

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Safiyeh U.

Caring, Gentle And Kind, I Love Large And Small Pets Alike!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there! My name is Safiyeh and I have owned and taken care of dogs and smaller pets like rabbits for many years and would love to play with and care for your precious furry friends! I have never met a pet I didn't like and who didn't come to trust me as I am soft spoken and very gentle. I am happy to walk, feed, groom,...

Katerina S. says "Safiyeh is a compassionate caregiver who watched my dog Sasha occasionally when I traveled for work. Sasha can be a nervous dog so we both really...

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Annesley C.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet-sitting and dog walking in your own home. I am a dog (and cat) lover and I will treat your animals with the same love and care I treat my own!

Jennifer S. says "Annesley is kind, friendly and dependable. She is everything someone looks for in a dog sitter. I have had many dog sitters over the years and she is...

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Ruby K.

Pet Lover With Flexible Schedule!

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am a Chicago native in my mid-20s currently located in Old Town. I grew up with 2-3 dogs as well as other small lizards/fish/hamsters. I regularly cat sit for a family in our neighborhood for 10+ years. I am very comfortable around pets and happy to assist in overnight care, dog walking and light housekeeping. I take...
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Evan S.

I Clean It ALL!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dusting
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am friendly, professional, dependable and an excellent cleaner! From your carpets to the gutters, I will clean it all! No job is too small. Need your son's hamster caged cleaned? Check! Need your bathrooms deep cleaned before your Mother-in-law arrives? Check! How about a few loads of laundry after you get home from...

Missy W. says "Evan did an amazing job of spring cleaning my apartment. It feels like home again & now I don't mind being stuck in my freshly smelling place for...

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Sky C.

Friendly, Passionate Dog Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello all! My name is Sky C. and I am currently a senior in college. For most of my life I have been surrounded by dogs, which has resulted in a passion of watching them grow and mature. I have spent about 10 years watching an array of dogs and puppies. I'm also a babysitter to a wonderful family who owns a senior labradoodle,...

Care Member says "I am so happy that we found Sky! She did such a great job babysitting our puppy while we were gone for a week. She is very responsible, trustworthy, and...

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Christine W.

Dog Or House Sitter

Elmwood Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I love working with children and pets. I have one dog, Sophie that is an amazing little toy poodle but I love all animals.
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Malak B.

Sweet Fun Animal Lover

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! My name is Malak, I have been living in Chicago for a few months and I love animals. I have been dog sitting for two years and I enjoyed every bit of it! I would be happy to answer any question you have!
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Daniel A.

Dog Walker/Sitter/Trainer

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been walking, training, and sitting dogs for about a year now. I have a Belgian Malinois and a Bluenose Pit bull that I have personally trained and they will soon be in competitions. I have worked all types of dogs old/young and big/small. My number one priority would be to make sure that your animal is safe and well...
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Phoebe F.

Pet Sitting!

Chicago, IL

from
$12/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I love animals and am looking to make a bit of extra money. I have pet sit for rabbits, dogs, and cats in the past. Let me know if you have questions!
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Danielle F.

Des Plaines, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Experienced in sitting pets for over 10 years as well as walking dogs. I love animals and have animals of my own. Very reliable and consistent with my work.
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Lexie B.

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Lexie, a Child Life Specialist by day helping children cope with hospitalization. Where my true passion lies is with animals! I spent many summers in college working at a Vet office and now do dog sitting and dog walking! Excited to meet you and your pets
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Hailey A.

Certified Animal Lover

Elmwood Park, IL

from
$30/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Child sitter and I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. Although I do not have professional experience, I have been around many different animals and personalities, I currently have 5 dogs in my own home so being able to get a feel for what animals do and don't like can be a daily thing for me already.
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Natalie A.

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Durda K.

Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a reliable and compassionate dogs and cats lover with 5years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting. I provide a safe, fun, and loving environment for every dog, ensuring they get the exercise, care, and attention they need while you're away.
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Margaret K.

Mount Prospect, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Animal lover all my life , raised with cats dogs and horses. Can do overnight stays at your house or your pet can stay at mine . Proud owner of a mini doxie Zoey friendly pet sitter partner .
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Natalie S.

Chicago, IL

from
$22/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Natalie and I love animals. I am looking for extra cash to help out with any pet care! I have a dog at home and have taken care of cats in the past. I am open to overnight sitting and just occasionally dropping in. I love walks and outdoors and would enjoy taking your dog out! Let me know if you need help:)
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.86/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Niles, IL

Dog Sitters in Niles, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Lauren J.

Lauren took care of our house and two dogs for about a week while our family traveled on vacation. We are so thankful for her calm,...

- Deacon K.

Isadora T.

We were traveling out of town and needed someone to take care of our elderly cat. Isadora was totally trustworthy and responsible, we felt...

- Care member

Jennifer M.

Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it...

- Bob G.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Niles, IL

Dog sitters near you in Niles, 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 Niles, 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 Niles, IL is $15.86.

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