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Bonnie M.

Purrfct Pet Sitter

River Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
Boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I am very excited that you are reading my profile. Let me tell you a little about myself. My father was a Cub Scout Master and taught me to love the outdoors and the wonderful creatures in it. He shared his wisdom of animals with me from a very young age. I have had the privilege of owning many different pets; dogs, cats,...
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Chelsea R.

River Grove, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting for close to 4years now and usually do home stays but I also have done just check ins or dog walks! I have been cat sitting for my neighbor often and even took over for a while with the cat. I currently have a dog at home and volunteer weekly with cats at a shelter!
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Katherine B.

Experienced & Enthusiastic Pet-Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Missi K.

Animal Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
dog training
boarding
pet walking
+ 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
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
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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Jessika F.

Pet Care Taker

Schiller Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I have been a dog sitter for almost two years helping teachers and friends with their fury friends while they are on vacation or out of town. I do dog walking services for dogs. I am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets.
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Anna L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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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
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
attic cleaning
bathroom 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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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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Dominique F.

Your Pets Best Friend

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
Experienced pet sitter and dog walker for 6 years. I provide reliable, compassionate care for pets, including multiple daily walks, feeding, medication administration and ensuring their well-being. I'm dedicated to keeping pets happy and healthy.

Markesha H. says "She loves listening to my stories and always come with her smile and little gifts"

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Vicky W.

Part-Time Pet-sitter or Dog Walker

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
I am an animal lover and have owned pets all my life - dogs, cats, hamsters, and fish. I will care for your pet as if my own. I am a certified Vet's Assistant from Animal Behavioral College. I have walked a Great Dane and Greater Swiss Mountain dogs in Glenview, and have house sat with a Bengal Cat, Swiss Mountain dogs, Boston...

Becky G. says "Vicky is a very trusted dog watcher when we head out of town! She's flexible, communicative, and takes great care of our pup!"

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Dominique L.

Looking To Take Cate If Your Pets

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
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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Holly H.

Western Springs, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
My name is Holly, a school counselor living in Western Springs with my family and our two lovable dogs-a Great Dane and a Great Dane/Poodle mix. I've been around dogs my entire life and have years of experience pet sitting for all types of animals. Working in education gives me a structured schedule with flexibility during...
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Jaclyn M.

Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals. I grew up with a shih tzu named Tootsie. She was part of our family for 14 years. Since then, I've babysat for little, medium and large size dogs including pit bulls, labradoodles, Pomeranian and shih poos. I also have experience cat sitting. I am comfortable residing at your home while you're on vacation, or...

Leslee M. says "We've had Jaclyn quite a few times to take care of our dogs when we've gone out of town, from 3-days to 2-weeks at a time. We are very impressed with her...

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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 walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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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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Agata M.

Caring And Positive Persona

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
grooming
Hi! I love all animals! I have 10 years of experience in dog sitting and walking. I can help with whatever you need to take care of with your animals. I am quick learner and there are no barriers for me. I can stay with Your animal during day and night. I love walks so I can take Your dog to any park You want as I own my car...

Care Member says "Agata is great! Very kind and patient. She’s been very flexible and I can always count on her even at the last minute. Great job! "

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Alyssa H.

Friendly Neighborhood Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a 25-year-old Dog and cat lover with 3 dogs and a rescued cat at home. I provide sitting at your own home, dog-walking, and light grooming.
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Kimberly R.

Pet Lover In The City

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have owned Cats my whole life and currently own 4 cats and 1 dog. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.

Leslie G. says "Kim is great with animals! She likes to play, she will snuggle with them, she takes great walks/ hike adventures with dogs, & she's able to use a variety...

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Christine W.

Dog Or House Sitter

Elmwood Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in River Grove, IL

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

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

Missi K.

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...

- Isa S.

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.

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

Dog sitters near you in River Grove, 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 Grove, 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 Grove, IL is $16.00.

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