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Neo D.

Pet Sitter

Wheaton, IL

from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, easy to talk to, kind I like working with animals because I have lived in a three dog home for most of my life with occasionally fostering other animals (i. e cats, birds, reptiles) I'm looking for a job in cyber security , going to college of dupage for a bachelor's. I started...
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Jennifer H.

Wheaton, IL

from
$22/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi I'm Jen! I have true adoration and care for all animals, but a special place in my heart for dogs. Being able to spend time with doggios truly brightens my day. I am dependable, responsible and always honor owners' preferences, recognizing that each pet is special and has unique needs. Your pet is your family, and I...
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Madeleine L.

About Me!

Wheaton, IL

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
As a responsible and caring individual, I have a genuine love for animals and understand the importance of their well-being. With experience in taking care of pets, I am attentive to their needs and ensure they receive the proper care and attention they deserve. My background in data analytics and statistics has honed my...
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Regan B.

Pet Care

Wheaton, IL

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet sitter with amazing references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages and can train dogs as well. Can also perform baths and light grooming!
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Kathy C.

Pet Sitter

Wheaton, IL

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love caring for pets. I currently own one Ferret, but I love cats and dogs. It would be a pleasure for me to care for your pets.
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Paula H.

Pet Caregiver- I Love Animals

Wheaton, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I have had pets in my home my entire adult life. I believe they bring a lot of happiness to the home and are part of the family. I have two cats of my own, "Baby Naomi," and "Baby Sherman." They mean the world to me, and when I pet sit I interact and treat your pets like one of my own. I love to play with cats or dogs, and know...
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Bettie C.

Blessed Dog Walker

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Bettie , our family dog Bash passed away 2 1/2 years ago, he was 1 1/2 years old. I love dogs, I have 5 yrs of experienced dog-sitting, walking, transporting my friends & family members dogs.

Meghan K. says "Bettie was a wonderful house manager for us! She helped us with laundry, dishes, bed making, tidying up, Vacuuming/sweeping, package returns, and closet...

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Paige M.

Care Giver

Wheaton, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
I own three dogs and two cats and have never lived without animals in my home growing up. I love all different kinds of pets and have 10+ years of experience with pet sitting
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Aina S.

Wheaton, IL

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! My experiences with pet sitting include taking care of cats and dogs, walking and taking them to care visits, feeding and making sure they happy :)
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Shaley P.

Shay Dog Walking /sitting

Wheaton, IL

from
$24/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Ever since I graduated high school in 2018 and after I finished I finished trade school I have been staying overnight dog sitting and dog walking ! Growing up with dogs and cats my whole life has made me love animals. I have a dog of my own but when I take on these responsibilities and gigs my parents watch him! I would love to...
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Rachel C.

Part-time Animal Caregiver Or Babysitter. Flexible Hours

Wheaton, IL

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have previous experience raising animals throughout much of my life and have been caregiver for traveling families. I had a toy poodle in my family from early childhood to the age of 19, it was my job to feed and walk her, and make sure she was bathed. I also help my mother care for her five birds. Additionally, I have taken...
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Julia M.

Wheaton, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
I have been a dog sitter for years and have done extensive jobs/ made connections through app. I love animals and will seek to care for them as my own!
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Ayah D.

Pawsitively The Best Dog Sitter & Walker!

Wheaton, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm Ayah, an experienced and passionate dog sitter and walker dedicated to providing your furry friends with love, care, and attention. With several years of experience working with dogs of all breeds and sizes, I understand that each pup has unique needs, and I'm here to ensure they get the exercise, companionship,...
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Molly M.

Best Pet Sitter

Wheaton, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
In addition to my experience caring for other's pets, I have been a dog and cat foster mom for 3 years and have fostered 3 litters of kittens and 4 dogs. Because of my experience as a foster, I am skilled at caring for kittens, puppies, and elderly dogs. I am skilled at administering many types of medications like inhalers, oral...
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Grace V.

Wheaton, IL

from
$15/hr
Boarding
I am available to dog sit in my own home I do have a small dog who is friendly with dog a I also have three cats but they will not be near your pets
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Helena U.

Woodridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been working in cleaning business for well over 11 years. I have been in my current job over seven years, for a family of five plus four dogs. I take care of household needs including detail cleaning, cooking, driving kids to school, pet- and house-sitting, grocery shopping, laundry, etc. Basically anything needed, even a...

Alejandro H. says "Helena was great! We had a last minute, one-time cleaning need and she was willing to come out and work hard. She cleaned every surface including...

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Uma M.

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 1 year of experience in dog sitting and nannying. I love coming up with fun, educational activities and like to be active! I am also fluent in Spanish and can teach/tutor any STEM subject. I do short-term and long-term sitting and can provide references.

Gaby P. says "Uma is AMAZING!! She is very reliable, caring, kindhearted and responsible. She has babysat my little siblings and cousins when I wasn't able to. She has...

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Tracy N.

Dog Sitter And Tail Wagging Enthusiast

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! For all the dogs out there; woof! My name is Tracy and I am a dog-loving writer who works from home full-time. My assistant is my senior dog, Wrigley. He is a Australian Shepherd/Pointer mutt who loves to chill and go on long walks. He enjoys other dogs and humans very much. My dog is an all-around chill dude who...

Anna B. says "I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone else. I am BEYOND...

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Katherine J.

Full Or Part Time Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Naperville, IL

3.7(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
grooming
dog training
+ 1 more
My name is Katie and animals are a true passion of mine. For pet sitting/ dog walker, I am available all year round, 24/7, even on holidays. I offer boarding services as well as going to other people's homes to visit their pets. I am a non smoker.

Saba H. says "Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week cruises or a quick...

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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
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.87/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Wheaton, IL

Dog Sitters in Wheaton, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Bettie C.

Bettie was a wonderful house manager for us! She helped us with laundry, dishes, bed making, tidying up, Vacuuming/sweeping, package...

- Meghan K.

Helena U.

Helena was great! We had a last minute, one-time cleaning need and she was willing to come out and work hard. She cleaned every surface...

- Alejandro H.

Uma M.

Uma is AMAZING!! She is very reliable, caring, kindhearted and responsible. She has babysat my little siblings and cousins when I wasn't...

- Gaby P.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Wheaton, IL

Dog sitters near you in Wheaton, 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 Wheaton, 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 Wheaton, IL is $16.87.

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