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Hello there. I have 3 dogs of my own. I absolutely love dogs and would love to help you watch them. If you need dog sitting in your home.
Courtney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience at an animal shelter. I absolutely adore dogs/cats. My parents foster from a local animal shelter so I have a lot of background experience. I have taken care of two litters of puppies in the past as well. I have always grown up with dogs/cats around. I have experience with small and large breeds given...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Abbie W.
Washington, IL
$13-18/hr
I provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I have had pets my whole life and have quite a bit of experience. I currently have 1 dog and 2 cats of my own.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have had dogs and cats my whole life! Worked in a kennel for 2 years, and part time at a boarding place. I recently moved to illinois from florida and looking to start getting back into things here.
Devyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
Devyn took care of our pets for 5 days. She did a great job and was reliable. Did a good job with them and the house!
Deb B.
Brittany J.
East Peoria, IL
$14-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have a couple years of experience in pet sitting in other homes. More experience with doing so in my home. I have had pets in my home my whole life. I currently have a 14-year-old pup I've had since she was 8 weeks. She is my sweetest girl. I am experienced and comfortable with giving meds and finding the best way for your pet...
Brittany can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
While we have almost always had at least a dog, sometimes cats of our own, I have been caring for other's pets for the past several years. This mainly consists of dog walks, but also drop-in visits, and occasionally house/pet sitting.
I have enjoyed this venture very much as it gives me my "pet fix" and gets me outside and...
Lydia W.
Morton, IL
$10-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Fun Sitter With Experience Dealing With A Large Variety Of Animals
I grew up on a hobby farm and have experience taking care of cats, dogs, horses, chickens, and more. I also worked for three years on a dairy cow farm where I was responsible for milking 200+ cows and feeding calves. I am currently a full-time college student and am looking for part-time pet sitting/dog walking jobs. I am very...
Lydia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Dana L.
Peoria, IL
$12-17/hr
I have grown up around dogs all my life and currently have my own rescue pup. I'd be happy to provide dog sitting in your own home and would love to take your dog on many walks as I like to keep an active lifestyle. Please reach out for your trips or daily needs with your dog.
Dana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hannah F.
Peoria, IL
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Animal And Child Lover! Love To Care For People And The Furry Ones! :-)
Open to dog and cat sitting for short or extended periods of time! I have an abundance of references. :) Feel free to shoot me a message.
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Annaliese H.
Metamora, IL
$12-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've grown up with three big dogs as well as other animals and have sited in the past for a family friend!
Annaliese can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hello!! My name is Kylee. I am a Senior at High school and will be graduating in May of 2023. I love animals of all kinds and have lots of them at home. I have been a dog sitter on and off usually while a family is on vacation, or away for whatever reason. I like going on walks and getting my exercise in just like your animals...
Kylee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I love all pets. Our pets make a happy fulfilled home. I have over 30 years experience of pet walking, boarding, training and in home care sitter etc. I owned my own pet walking/training/in home sitting company of over 15 years paid services. I have pet training experience. I care for senior pets with special needs as...
Cheryl can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
I have many years of experience with dog sitting. I am a huge animal lover and would love to meet your friendly pets and care for them. I also am very familiar with giving medications and catering to your pets needs.
Ellie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been pet sitting and taking care of animals for over 20 years.
I have 4 cats of my own. I was a PAWS volunteer for 5 years.
I worked on a pony farm handling ponies, goats and donkeys.
I have a lot of experience with Birds as well from large parrots to parakeet's.
I have taken care of cats, dogs, birds, fish, and...
Kelsey can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I am the biggest pet lover and am looking for more pet sitting and dog walking opportunities! I've been surrounded by cats and dogs my whole life. My family currently has two dogs and one cat, and I just recently adopted a dog of my own! I have tons of experience pet sitting both dogs and cats (and even bunnies!).
In my free...
Bridgette can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Kaylynn A.
Peoria, IL
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I absolutely love animals and have 2 dogs and a cat! I love pet sitting and dog walking but am open to all forms of care!
Kaylynn can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I have dog sat for families for 1 year now. Including over night visits. I am willing to take care of animals
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, dog training, pet walking
Hello, I'm Kailee! Experienced house cleaner with a passion for creating sparkling spaces. As a stay-at-home mom for 2 years now, turned cleaning pro, I bring 2 years of expertise from working with cleaning. Pet-friendly and ready to go above and beyond your expectations, I'm here to help with everything from errands to pet...
Kailee can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
I have four pets of my own. Two German shepherd and two cats. I also grew up with three cats. We had ferrets at one time and a bunny. I have dog sat for several families since I was a teenager. I have also volunteered at many animal shelters and vet clinics. I have my bachelors degree in Zoology. I guess you could say I love...
Daynah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Tyra J.
Peoria, IL
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have always loved animals! I often dog sit for family and friends which includes boarding most of the time. I am a very playful person so your pet will never be bored. however, I can also be the opposite if your pet isn't very active or affectionate!
Tyra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Washington, IL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Washington, IL?
Dog sitters near you in Washington, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Washington, IL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Washington, 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 Washington, IL is $14.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Washington, IL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Washington, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Washington, IL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Washington, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Washington, IL?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Washington, 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.