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Abigail G.

Dog Sitter

Round Lake, IL

from
$21/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 1 year of experience with pet care. I can help with Pet Walking. I enjoy dogs large or small, there simply the best animals. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!
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Karan K.

Animal and House Sitter

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
My love of animals started on the first day I was brought home from the hospital and my first two dogs used to take turns staying by my side. To me, our pets are family. This passion for animals started with my grandfather who passed it on to my mother who then passed this love on to me. I cannot think of a house without having...

Arlene D. says "Karan is dependable and trustworthy. My dog who had trust issues took to her right away. I never had to worry about the care he received when he was with...

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Jacquelyn M.

I Love Animals!

Round Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
+ 1 more
Hello, neighbor! My name is Jackie. I'm 26, own my own car, and have TONS of experience with working with animals. I worked at a cage-free dog kennel for 2 years, and have since been doing dog walking and sitting intermittently. I am currently available full-time. However, beginning 6/1, I will have summer school classes on...
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Nicole R.

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I currently have 4 dogs of my own. A Labrador, Whippet and 2 chihuahua's. Prior, to my adopting my four, I had a fur baby who had to be put down due to severe epilepsy. I can handle an epileptic situation and administer medication. I'm comfortable around all dogs and cats. I've grown up with German Shepherds, Dobermans and Pit...

Janis D. says "Nicole has been a very big help to our family. She had helped my 87 year old mother with her Dr apps and general household help. Nicole is a compassionate,...

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Taylor H.

Round Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
pet walking
Hello! My name is Taylor and I have been a lifelong dog lover. Due to living in an apartment, I do not own a dog at the moment but I do have a Guinea pig! I am looking for furry friends who need a place to stay for a few days due to pet parents traveling or just needing someone to pet sit. I have a beautiful apartment complex...
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Raina W.

Pet-sitter And Animal Care Provider

Libertyville, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Raina, and I have experience caring for multiple family's pets in their homes. I enjoy caring for animals and am very active. I am happy to play with your pets, walk dogs, etc. I am comfortable with feeding and following whatever instructions you have in the care for your animal companions! I am available for both...
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Mack M.

Spring Grove, IL

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I've been doing dog walking/pet sitting for 8 years now. I love all different kinds of animals. I have dog sat and walked small to big dogs. I can do some basic training with dogs. I also pet sit all types of animals dogs, cats, birds(includes chickens), reptiles, etc. I have 5 pets of my own, 2 cats and 3 dogs. I don't do...

Julia F. says "Mack did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs. She is kind and patient and the pups are always happy to see her!"

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Linda D.

Dog And Cat Sitting -- Love Animals!

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a caring and fun person with experience. I have my own cat, dog and parrot. They are wonderful pets!

Care Member says "Linda is kind, caring and patient! She is responsible, timely and dedicated. Our daughter loves spending time with Linda!"

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Jessica D.

Wauconda, IL

from
$13/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
I have a lot of experience with pets I have a yorkie that 9 years old and I trained her all by myself since she was baby she knows a lot of tricks like a lot. For example sit, lay down, dance, jump, high five(paw). I love all different dogs big dogs, small dogs, medium size dogs.
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Chrystal M.

My Bio

Grayslake, IL

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have had animals most of my life, fish dogs cats. I've taken care of all of them on a daily basis for over 10 years on a professional side, I have worked with dogs or cats sitting about three years experience. I enjoy animals and spending quality time with them making sure that they are fed watered daily nourishment meds if...
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Chloe F.

Attentive Pet Sitter For Dogs And Cats

McHenry, IL

from
$14/hr
Pet sitting
Hi, I'm Chloe. Three words that describe me are reliable, compassionate, and attentive. I've always had a love for animals, and I enjoy creating a safe and happy environment for them while their owners are away! Working with animals is incredibly rewarding for me because I value the trust and connection that comes with caring...
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Anij A.

Part-time Pet Care Provider

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I provide dog and cat sitting in my own home. I loved dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I can also provide baths and light grooming.
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Ella G.

Ella Grabnik

Grayslake, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am Ella. I am looking for a summer pet sitting opportunity! I have cared for mainly dogs in the past, but I love all animals!
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Evelyn G.

Mundelein, IL

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm happy to dog sit in your home or drop in for walks. Whatever is preferred. Feel free to message me for any specific requests.
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Jenna S.

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have 2 dogs of my own. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Vi C.

Every Pet Deserves A Good Sitter!

Libertyville, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
dog training
+ 1 more
I have a huge love for animals and have had dogs in my house as a kid and all of my life growing up. Ever since I could remember I have pet sit for dogs, cats, and all animals. My friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues have all relied on and trusted me to walk, feed, bathe and take care of their pets while they are gone....
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Linda L.

Animal Lover

Grayslake, IL

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
I have had cats and dogs all my life. Lots of cats and dogs! At one time we had 3 dogs and 8 cats. We've always opened our home to stray animals and hard luck stories. We had 2 dogs pass away within the last year an 18-year-old black lab and a 17-year-old whippet. We are currently fostering dogs we rescued from a high kill...
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Priscilla D.

Wauconda, IL

from
$46/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Loving & Reliable Pet Care Provider I'm a caring and dependable pet lover with years of hands-on experience raising and caring for dogs of my own. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your furry family members, and I treat every pet as if they were my own, with patience, attention, and lots of...
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Alexandra M.

Dog Sitter/ Walker

Mundelein, IL

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Alex, I am an animal lover. I have 3 dogs. I love spending time with them, playing, walking.
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Jordan H.

Pet Sitter/ Walker

Gurnee, IL

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi all! I'd love to help out a few families in need of pet sitting, walking, etc. I have 2 dogs and 2 cats of my own. I have experience caring for elderly pets and those with special needs. Please reach out with any questions, thank you!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.80/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Round Lake, IL

Dog Sitters in Round Lake, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Karan K.

Karan is dependable and trustworthy. My dog who had trust issues took to her right away. I never had to worry about the care he received...

- Arlene D.

Nicole R.

Nicole has been a very big help to our family. She had helped my 87 year old mother with her Dr apps and general household help. Nicole is a...

- Janis D.

Mack M.

Mack did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs. She is kind and patient and the pups are always happy to see her!

- Julia F.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Round Lake, IL

Dog sitters near you in Round Lake, 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 Round Lake, 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 Round Lake, IL is $15.80.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Round Lake, 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 Round Lake, 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 Round Lake, 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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