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Karoline S.

Troy, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for about a year for a lot of my parent's friends! Will only do Dogs and cats. Willing to pet sit. Willing to take pets on walks.
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Jade H.

Cat & Dog Sitter!

Troy, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hey there, pet parents! With a passion for all things furry and four-legged, I can do dog walking, dog sitting, and cat sitting. Whether your pup needs a fun-filled walk to burn off some energy or your kitty needs some tender loving care while you're away, I've got it covered. Trust me to treat your pets like family, ensuring...
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Mary W.

Experienced Pet Owner And Pet Sitter

Glen Carbon, IL

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
I have owned cats and dogs for 30+ years. I have experience with drop in and continuous pet care for cats and dogs.

Care Member says "Mary is amazing!! She's watched my dog for me over the weekend numerous times, and he loves her! She sends me pictures and updates regularly, too. I...

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Marium R.

Part-time Dog Walker/Pet Sitter Available!

Lebanon, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
I have 3 cats. I love animals. I used to work at a pet store. I am familiar with feeding, bathing, walking, and playing with animals.
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Kia H.

Experienced Dog Sitter With Repeat Clients

O Fallon, IL

from
$19/hr
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I care for my clients pets as if they're my own. I'm experienced with a variety of breeds (large and small, dogs or cats) and I work well with pets with behavioral issues. I can do overnights or check-in's just let me know what your needs are as my hours are not necessarily reflective of my actual hours! Please contact me if...
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Liz T.

Pet Sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Fur Baby!

Glen Carbon, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet sitting
Services Provided: Potty Breaks/Stop In's, Dog Walks, Daily Visits (30 min & 1 Hr visits)Hikes, Dog Beach Trips, Pet Taxi, Kitty Care, Dog Park Trips Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. My experience in Pet Care is from having my own pets...
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Brenna K.

Saint Jacob, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Brenna, an experienced caregiver and lifelong animal lover. While I work as a registered nurse in the Emergency Department at St. Elizabeth's, I also enjoy caring for pets and have provided pet sitting and dog walking for several families over the years. I'm dependable, patient, and attentive - especially when it comes...
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Jessica K.

Available Anytime!

Collinsville, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, trustworthy, and compassionate I like working with animals because they give me a sense of comfort that I don't typically find in people. I've been around animals such as cats and dogs my entire life so it feels wrong for me to not be around them. I'm looking for a job that has me...
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Claire B.

Edwardsville, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there, my name is Claire and I'm an energetic and upbeat 22-year-old! My rates starts at $25/hour for one child and $18-20/hr for dog walking/sitting. I have worked for two families and one school. I'm CPR certified, have my own car, and currently in school for Elementary Education. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any...
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Abigail F.

Maryville, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I help out with dog sitting and child care for friends and neighbors, making sure pets are cared for and kids are safe, entertained, and supported while their parents are away.
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Miranda R.

Here For All Your Sitting Needs

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been working as a pet sitter for the past 2 years. I have many references and specialize in dogs. I absolutely love being able to watch animals and I fall in love with every one of them that I meet. I am not scared of dogs when it comes to biting and rough play but I will turn down a vicious dog if it seems unsafe.
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Lindsey B.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

O Fallon, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Lindsey and I love pups of all sizes! I grew up with dogs and have been around dogs, helping to take care of them, my whole life! I am currently an occupational therapy student at WashU and would love to help!
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Karabeth M.

O Fallon, IL

from
$10/hr
8 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
I have cared for pets literally my enter life. I have experience with a vast array of pet types. From the typical cat/dog, to exotics like birds, lizards, ferrets, and even miniature possums. Over the past 8 years I have pet/house sat for a family with a dog with special diet restrictions and a cat with gastrointestinal...
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Taylor M.

Friendly Pet Lover

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals and I grew up around them my whole life. I used to do dog walking and pet sitting a couple years ago and I want to get back into it!
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Rebecca T.

Collinsville, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
boarding
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Rebecca. I'm a type of person that loves to work with various types of animals and supporting owners. Sometimes it's hard to find someone you trust or reliable to look over your pet babies. I've mostly work with cats and dogs. From foster dogs and puppies. When I have the puppies we do work on basic training and...
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Anastasia B.

I Love Animals And Would Be Happy To Help Care For Your Four-legged Friends!

Edwardsville, IL

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there, I'm Anastasia! I am looking for a job that I enjoy more which is why I came to this type of work. I would love to help make your life easier and love kiddos/pets! I currently work in entertainment and would like to continue doing that part time along with this if it works out (this is usual weekends only.) Feel free to...
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Rachel R.

Pet Lover With Years Of Pet Sitting Experience

O Fallon, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
As long as I can remember, I've always loved animals of all kinds! I have over 8 years of experience pet sitting for both dogs and cats in all types of contexts from boarding in my home to drop-in sitting and am happy to provide references. I also have experience providing dogs with insulin and other medications. My schedule is...
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Karen B.

Collinsville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
daily feeding
I've been around dogs, cats, hamsters, and fish since I was about 5 years old. Me, and my family members have all had a pet for as long as I can remember. I've dealt with different personalities of cats and dogs ranging from chihuahuas to pit bulls! I worked as a kennel attendant for about a year at California Dog Sitters, but I...
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Addison B.

Bio

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Hi everyone! My name is Addison and I am looking for some pet sitting jobs! I have a dog named Jackie, and a cat named snowball. I love animals and would love to help you out with your furry friends!
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Audrey V.

Caring And Fun Pet Sitter

Edwardsville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
I have 1. 5 years of experience working at Kennelwood Pet Resorts, in addition to owning dogs all my life and currently owning a cat. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
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  • 59 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Troy, IL

Dog sitters near you in Troy, 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 Troy, 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 Troy, IL is $15.00.

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