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Lorraine G.

Animal Lover Seeks Pets to Care For!

Glendale Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
Dependable Pet Sitter with 10 years of experience providing in-home care to dogs, cats and other various animals. Patient and kind individual skillful in administering needed medications and observing pets for changes. In-depth knowledge of animal feeding and eating habits. Attentive Pet Sitter committed to keeping owners...

Mark C. says "I hired Lorraine for pet care. She was very easy to work with, dependable, and communicative. I plan to use her again and would definitely recommend her!"

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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 transportation
pet walking
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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Katelyn Z.

Pet Sitter

Barrington, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have provided animal care for dogs, cats, turtles, fish, and hamsters. I have 5+ years of doing this. I offer walking and feeding for the animals. I love animals of any sizes and ages. I also offer overnight care at your home. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Samantha N.

Paw-fully Purrrfect Pet Care With A Smile

Glendale Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I am a very dependable and energetic pet lover. I have many years of experience working with pets and children. I am certified by the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters. I am available for walks, fun at the dog park, and for long term care while you vacation. I feel I would be a good match for your needs. I...

Care Member says "Samantha is not only a lovely person but she actually cares about the animals she takes care of. She constantly looks for ways to go above and beyond...

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Mandy S.

One Love Pet Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
I offer Pet Sitting+ Mobile grooming & at my home! (Pick up & drop off service available upon request) I have 15+ years of experience. I am very patient, loving, and trusting. I am a full time pet sitter with lots of love to give! Any help you need please contact me to book service or meeting. I treat all animals with the...

Karie M. says "Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to them (ha ha...

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Michelle R.

Dog Walker / Sitter

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I'm an animal advocate and involved in animal rescue. I have experience walking, feeding, giving medication, bathing, light grooming, playing and of course loving on dogs!
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Marissa R.

Fun And Eager Animal Lover

Streamwood, IL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I'm available for babysitting and pet sitting throughout the week and have a dog and four birds of my own!

Care Member says "Marissa did an amazing job and was very caring. "

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Kylie J.

Barrington, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Kylie and I would love to help walk and sit for dogs! I have grown up with dogs my whole life and have dogsat for multiple years for my friend's pets. I also love going on walks and am comfortable managing large dogs on leashes as I have had a large bernese mountain dog and am regularly around great danes. I...
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Katharina K.

Pet Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Over the years I've had many pets. I've had guinea pigs, hamsters, a leopard gecko, snakes (I do not do live feedings), dogs, cats, and ferrets. Currently I have 4 dogs, 3 cats, and 2 ferrets. I also currently take care of horses! I am a huge animal lover and animal advocate!
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Virginia R.

Virginia

Des Plaines, IL

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I love Dogs/ Cats, but dogs will always hold a special place in my heart. Your Puppy/ Dog will enjoy every bit of our time together as much as I am. Take a moment and relax as your pet enjoys adventures with the best dog care Lady! My Doggy care routine fits into my schedule because I'm able to schedule around my family time...
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Kaitlyn A.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Rolling Meadows, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I have cared for multiple pets throughout my life including dogs, cats, and reptiles. I can provide sitting in your home as well as mine. I love all animals no matter the age or size.
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Priscilla S.

Pet Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
I recently lost my pet cat of 12 years. I decided to look in to becoming a pet sitter. I would love to share my love of animals and have you rest assured that your pet is being well taken care of. I recently retired. I would love to spend my time caring for the pets of people that are animal lovers like myself. Over the years,...
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Sydney H.

Elk Grove Village, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a puppy of my own and have always had pets growing up. I have experience with dog/cat sitting for neighbors and friends. I love animals of all sizes as long as they are friendly :)
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Victoria G.

Experienced Pet Care Provider/ Pet Lover - Part Time

Mount Prospect, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Victoria and I have been caring for animals my whole life. I started off with dogs, cats, and horses, but have now fully educated myself to care for any animal. I am an experienced pet parent and warden of safety for animals. I have worked in 3 doggy daycare, stables, and have cat sit many times before, I know a...
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Vessela D.

Pet Sitter

Hoffman Estates, IL

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs and cats. I do prefer to work with small and medium size dogs. For references please look under my housekeeper profile.
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Gillian B.

Attentive, Experienced Pet Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love cats and dogs and have worked with them for more than 20 years. I am a trustworthy, punctual and kind teacher who loves time with animals over the summer.
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Austin D.

Bensenville, IL

from
$30/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have 20 years experience with taking care of pets. Earlier this year I lost my childhood dog of 12 years. She was diabetic and received insulin 2x a day & was also on a strict diet. I'm an experienced pet owner who is open to all pets. I started pet sitting about 4 years ago and am trying to get back into it since moving from...
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Sandra L.

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Bartlett, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am very passionate and really love working with pets. I worked 2 years in midtown manhattan NYC as a dog walker and pet sitter. For me it has been a grest experience working around pets. My job is very professional, I give my 100% always and definitely Love this profesion.
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Emily D.

Des Plaines, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as someone who is friendly, patient, and caring. I have been around cats for most of my life. I grew up with three cats, and currently have a sweet senior cat that is 19 years old. I have experience taking care of cats and smaller dogs in my home, as well as home sitting, while the family is away....
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Kay B.

Reliable & Loving Pet Sitter--Walks, Playtime, And Care You Can Trust

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm a lifelong animal lover and a dependable college student studying Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I grew up in Arlington Heights and have experience caring for both dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments. Whether your pet needs long walks, playtime, feeding, or...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.39/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Schaumburg, IL

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

Lorraine G.

I hired Lorraine for pet care. She was very easy to work with, dependable, and communicative. I plan to use her again and would definitely...

- Mark C.

Vicky W.

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

- Becky G.

Samantha N.

Samantha is not only a lovely person but she actually cares about the animals she takes care of. She constantly looks for ways to go above...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Schaumburg, IL

Dog sitters near you in Schaumburg, 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 Schaumburg, 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 Schaumburg, IL is $16.39.

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