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Taylor L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
boarding
I dog sit regularly. I have experience with shy, energetic, large, small, dogs needing meds, and more. I have experience cat sitting as well, but more so with dogs. I love animals and will be sure to take good care of your pet and send you plenty of pictures of your furry friend having fun if requested! Happy to meet up and go...

Michael B. says "Taylor is a very kind who cares deeply about animals. Whenever I leave my pets at home for few days, I know exactly who to call- Taylor. I would tell her...

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Katherine B.

Experienced & Enthusiastic Pet-Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a dedicated young professional living on the North side of Chicago, IL. Outside of caring for my own 2 cats, I have several years of pet-sitting experience for both dogs and cats. Previous pet-sitting duties have included, but are not limited to: feedings, providing dog walking services, cleaning litter boxes, and providing...

Care Member says "Kathrine has watched our cats many times as well as our family dogs (who are quite the handful) and never failed us! She sends updates and photos often...

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Rebecca V.

Great Sitter From An Animal Family

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
My entire life, we have had multiple animals in our house. With my mother working at an animal hospital, we frequently would foster animals ranging from kittens, to ducks, to bunnies. I currently have just a cat. for awhile I had a senior center going at my house. As there's been lots of life changes, I love watching other...

Care Member says "Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the most...

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Sophie M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
I would love to provide animal sitting in your own home with dogs of any age, size, breed! (pits are a plus:)) I am excellent at reading dogs and cats body language and respect their unique personalities and boundaries. I am down to play, take them on walks, to parks, and give them a lot of attention and praise.
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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 sitting
pet walking
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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Annesley C.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Veronica A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 32 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
Hi, I'm Veronica! I've been a dedicated pet sitter for 7 years and a veterinary technician for 6, currently working at an emergency veterinary hospital that cares for dogs, cats, and exotic animals. My experience allows me to confidently care for pets with special medical needs, including administering medications, injections,...

Suzanne M. says "Veronica is very trustworthy and dependable. She took a daily picture of Oscar, which was very nice."

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Anna L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am an experienced dog walker and animal caretaker! I have a pet of my own and have been watching neighbors / friends dogs and cats since a young age. I am also a certified dog walker / sitter on the Wag! app. Comfortable with pets of all sizes and breeds.
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Adia D.

Animal Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
dog training
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
My name is Adia and I truly love our furry friends. I will provide in home sitting as well as boarding for when you're out of town! I've had over 14 pets myself including 4 dogs, birds, turtles... you name it! I'm an experienced volunteer from countless hours at humane societies, and I truly feel pets are our babies! I love dogs...

Jennifer S. says "Adia has brought order to my home! She does all the things the housekeeping service can't/won't do and she does them faster than I ever could. I get to...

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Malorie P.

Part-time Pet Sitter, Full-time Pet Lover!!

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I am a true animal lover. I grew up caring for 2 well cared for and loved dogs. I have had dogs and various pets my entire life. If you are in need of someone to walk your pet, or pet sit when you have to go out of town I would love to assist. I am a full time student, but I have a pretty flexible. I can provide meals, play and...
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Michael N.

Just A Guy Who Loves To Care For Pets.

Niles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
I am recently the proud owner of a Hungarian Vizsla and have learned so much about pet care. I can help with basic pet care needs as well as dog walking, pet sitting and boarding. Pets mean so much to me and I would love to care for your special companion with the same love I care for my own pet. I can also help with your meal...

Maja L. says "Michael is great with my Miniature Poodle. He has been walking my dog regularly and couldn't be happier. He's very dependable and punctual."

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Missi K.

Animal Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
grooming
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Missi. I am 26 years old and aside from my career in mental health therapy, I love doing jobs involving pet care. I am passionate about caring for animals, & have had such a huge love for them since I was a child. I have experience training and walking dogs through Pet Central Helps, where I volunteered for 2...

Isa S. says "Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She is a delightful...

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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
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Dominique L.

Looking To Take Cate If Your Pets

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
Hi my name is Dominique! I have worked for many families watching their pets around the neighborhood and I especially love cats and dogs! I've owned dogs, cats and birds so I know how to deal with difficult situations and turn them into positive ones. Through my work with others I have found that my passion in life is taking...

Mary D. says "Dominique was amazing and took care of our pets like they were her own. She is extremely reliable, communicative and caring. We look forward to hiring her...

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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
Attic cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
changing bed linens
cabinet 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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Tayler S.

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I love animals and have several years of experience owning and petsitting for dogs and cats of all ages and breeds! I work a M-F 9-5 job but am open to all walks before and after work, weekend opportunities, and in house pet sitting! I look forward to meeting your furry family members :)
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Alisha Q.

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Alisha and I am currently a student at DePaul university . I'd love to help to care of your furry babies! I'm great with both dogs and cats and am also extremely comfortable with dogs of any size or breed! I have a dog myself who I love very much he is a 6-year-old pitbull and his name is Rizzo. My schedule...
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Emmeline B.

Pet Lover!

La Grange, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Emmeline, and I am recent college graduate based in Hoboken, NJ. I have grown up with animals, so I know how to take care of cats, dogs, and fish. I have experience pet sitting, mostly when family members and neighbors were out of town. I would love to pet your furry friends and help take care of them!
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Kaila G.

Chicago, IL

from
$27/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
Caring for animals is more than a job; it's a passion. With three years of experience, I offer pet sitting, boarding, and daycare services for dogs and cats. My approach prioritizes your pet's comfort and happiness through a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. I manage high-energy breeds with active play, maintain a clean...
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Durda K.

Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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  • 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 River Forest, IL

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

Taylor L.

Taylor is a very kind who cares deeply about animals. Whenever I leave my pets at home for few days, I know exactly who to call- Taylor. I...

- Michael B.

Katherine B.

Kathrine has watched our cats many times as well as our family dogs (who are quite the handful) and never failed us! She sends updates and...

- Care member

Rebecca V.

Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in River Forest, IL

Dog sitters near you in River Forest, 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 River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in River Forest, 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 River Forest, 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 River Forest, 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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