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Briana H.

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and will treat your pet with compassion and care. I have my own cat, Kovu, and he is treated like a member of the family. I have experience with a variety of animals and can provide pet sitting in your home, check ins, dog walking, vet visit transportation, and general pet care.
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Anna A.

Any Dog Or Cat- I'm Your Go Too!

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$35/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
I like working with animals because they bring me such joy and they are so loyal! They just make you happy! I started working with animals when I was a teenager I grew up with animals and I knew I wanted to pet sit/walk for many years! One thing you should know about me is that I will treat and love your pet like they are my...
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Ivy L.

Vernon Hills, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there! I'm Ivy, I've been pet sitting since the age of 12 and I have a deep love and compassion for our furry friends. I am a dog mom to a 3-year-old Shiba Inu Alaskan Klee Kai mix named Stormi she is my whole world. I am comfortable with walking, feeding and overall taking care of your pet as if it was my own. Your pets...
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Catherine G.

Part-Time Pet Sitter

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
I have taken care of mostly my family's pets, dogs in particular. I stay with them for a week long periodically and am in charge of feeding, bathing, taking them out for walks and so on. I enjoy it very much! I am currently a college student looking to pet sit for the summer and possibly until fall!
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Shelby P.

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Shelby, I'm a full time social worker that if interested in some side work with pets. I've grown up in a household full of dogs and cats, including rescues and medically complicated pets. I am interested in pet sitting and dog walking primarily.
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Olivia S.

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have over a year of experience of dog sitting, and I absolutely love spending time with furry friends and making them feel loved and cared for. I'm super active, so I would love to take your dog on long walks!
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Ramey M.

Short-term Pet Sitting

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs! I have a 1-year-old rescue dog named Cooper. I trained him and enjoy walking and playing with him and would love to do the same for you! I've had years experience with short-term pet sitting. I mostly walk dogs and provide in-home pet sitting services. Please feel free to message or email me with questions!
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Carli C.

Friendly, Compassionate House AND Pet Sitter Available For Short Or Long Term Remote Care Giving!

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, and pragmatic. I like working with animals because they are near and dear to my heart. I grew up around animals, have owned many of my own as pets, and currently work with them in my free time. I'm looking for a job that allows me the autonomy to be mobile, work remotely, and...

Dean N. says "Carli was great with our dog! Very caring."

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Jennifer M.

Pet Sitter

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
boarding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher (background checked), animal lover, and former Lincoln Park Zoo Docent available for pet sitting. In addition, I was a vet tech before going to college with over 20 years experience in pet sitting. I am available for in-home dog boarding or at my home. My minimum rate is $42 a day to 50 dollars per day....

Bob G. says "Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it was obvious that...

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Lauren G.

Dog Walker And Sitter Available

Highwood, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dog training
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
As a professional Nanny/House Manager, I took the golden retriever on daily walks, brushed out his hair and removed knots, took him to grooming and vet appointments, went to the beach and lavished him with lots of love and attention. This included brushing, petting and full-body messages. He especially liked his paws massaged!...
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Amy W.

Fun-loving Pet Caregiver

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am willing to provide pet-sitting and/or dog-walking services. I have been around dogs since I was very young, and currently have a young Shepherd mix back at home. I have experience sitting for dogs (puppies-elderly), as well as cats. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes. I volunteered at the Naperville Area...

Rob S. says "Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great...

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Maria M.

Need A Pet Sitter?

Wheeling, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 6 year experience with house and dog sitting. I've been around dogs all my life. I house and dog sit for families I have worked for while nannying for their children. I am very responsible and reliable and would love to watch over your puppies/kitties/fishes/parrots when you are out of town.
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Yuleima B.

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, If you are looking for a pet sitter I can definitely help. I Can provide boarding, I have a big fenced back yard and plenty of space to play. I do not have any pets. I go for a walk every day so if you are looking for an active sitter to take your dog on walks I can help. I have experience with cats and dogs. Fully...
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Jennifer S.

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Jen. I am 24 years old and I have over 12 of experience walking dogs and sitting for dogs over the years while the families take a vacation. I am looking for a few families where I can walk their dogs/puppies daily , play or even over night sit if you take a vacation. I have two dogs of mine and I would treat yours...

Kim S. says "I have known Jen now for 6 years. I can't say enough good about her. Jen is a very honest, reliable, and a responsible person. She puts her whole heart...

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Laimute B.

Experienced Pet Care Provider - House Sitter.

Lake Forest, IL

2.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
boarding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, full/ part-time, or weekend provider. My name is Laima. I live in Lake Forest. I have been caring for pets all my life since I was a child. I am comfortable with cats, dogs, and other animals. I provide house sitting and love to take care of plants. I have excellent North Shore references. I have additional...
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Merrie S.

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I own one dog a cat and a skunk (DONT ask LOL) I love animals and would love to help out with sitting!
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Meagan B.

Pet Sitter Extraordinaire

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am a passionate and caring pet lover with a deep affection for all animals, especially dogs. Proud owner of Piper, a lovable Lab-Pyrenees mix. I have a natural affinity for pets and I enjoy spending time with them, whether it's taking care of my own or showing love to every dog or cat I meet. My dedication to pet care is...
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Nikki G.

Palatine, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Nikki :) I've been a nanny on and off for over 5 years and also have experience in dog sitting. I love helping people and I think it's so important to have somebody you trust to build a bond with your family. Right now I work at a salon but I still babysit and pet sit on the side. Looking forward to connecting!!
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Jocelyn K.

Jocelyn

Deerfield, IL

from
$15/hr
Dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
+ 1 more
I have dog sit since February 20 24 and I have sorted packed at my house while also giving excellent care in other peoples houses. I can also do drop in visits.
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Maria L.

Part-time Care; FULL Time LOVE!

Wheeling, IL

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
I am currently working as a dog walker, and a regular dog sitter! I am very comfortable with pets, and I am comfortable pet sitting in your home, and I also am available to house dogs in my own home! I have had a dog walking and care taking experience of seven years, and has been one of the greatest joys and experience!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.71/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Vernon Hills, IL

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

Carli C.

Carli was great with our dog! Very caring.

- Dean N.

Jennifer M.

Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it...

- Bob G.

Amy W.

Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy...

- Rob S.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Vernon Hills, IL

Dog sitters near you in Vernon Hills, 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 Vernon Hills, 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 Vernon Hills, IL is $19.71.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Vernon Hills, 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 Vernon Hills, 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 Vernon Hills, 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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