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Sara M.

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, My name is Sara and I am 31 years old. I do have some experience working with dogs and I dog sit for a family friend as well. I love animals and always have so much fun spending time with them. I will be sure to care for your animals like they are my own.
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Nina S.

Pets Are More Than Just Animals, They Are Family!!

Glenview, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Nina and a little bit about myself: I am the oldest of 4 children and have had multiple babysitting and nannying experiences for at least the last 10 years. That time is not included the care I gave to my own family for the last at least 20 years. I cared for animals at these locations as well from dogs to cats to...
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Laimute B.

Experienced Pet Care Provider - House Sitter.

Lake Forest, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
+ 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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Danielle F.

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Experienced in sitting pets for over 10 years as well as walking dogs. I love animals and have animals of my own. Very reliable and consistent with my work.
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Tania F.

Part-time

Palatine, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home! I have experience working in a dog and cat daycare/boarding facility. I worked with dogs and cats of multiple ages, breeds, sizes and personalities! I can also perform baths and light grooming. I'm currently a dog-sitter and have assisted numerous families. I provide services such as...
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Jennifer S.

Lake Zurich, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Jen. I am 29 years old and I have over 13 years 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/puppy daily , play or even over night sit if you take a vacation. I have a dog of mine and I would treat...
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Sophia A.

Animal Lover With Over 7 Years Experience!

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been House/animal sitting for the past 7 years and really enjoy it! I am a huge animal lover and have always had at least one animal in my house growing up at all times. I currently live with two dogs (lab and border collie) and one cat (calico). I am very used to caring for animals, and my duties include: walks, play...
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Allison L.

Part-Time Dog Walker

Glenview, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
I have been dog walking/house/pet-sitting for over 10 years now. I have cared for both cats and dogs. I have done overnight pet sitting and come-and-go pet-sitting as I am needed.
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Alyssa C.

Palatine, IL

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Alyssa. I have dog sitted a lot of friends and families dogs since I was a teenager. As a dog owner of a very high energy dog I am accustomed to lots of long dog walks or a couple hours at the dog park. If your dogs anything like mine and likes to roll in stinky hidden gems on a trail or at the park rest...
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Briana H.

Vernon Hills, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Karen D.

Karen For You Pets

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
I LOVE animals. It was God's best creation. After all DOG is GOD spelled backwards, I have lived in Arlington Heights for over 25 years. I have two daughters in college, and my husband works from home. Buddy, our labradoodle, is a sweetie who is walked 3x/day, play time throughout the day, bully stick treats, fresh water...
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Iuliia M.

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
can help with: Dog walking and playtime Feeding and fresh water Cleaning litter boxes and cages Overnight pet sitting Trips to the vet or groomer Lots of love and attention
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Claudia R.

Winnetka, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm Claudia, your dog's next best friend! With over a year of experience as a dog sitter, I know how to keep tails wagging and paws happy. Whether your pup needs a walk, a cuddle buddy, or someone to throw the 873rd tennis ball, I'm your human. I'm based in the North Shore suburbs and available for walks, sitting, or...
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Irina S.

Hello Family's, I'm Looking For My Future Pet Care! Feel Free To Send Me Any Questions!

Lake Forest, IL

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$20/hr
I'd describe my personality as friendly, funny and creative I like working with animals because I grew up with dogs and hamsters haha, my parents have always been pat lovers, I grew up with two dogs that are the love of my life! And now that I'm far from home I miss feeling the love of a pet in my daily routine! I'm looking...
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Bhumi P.

Pet Sitter Provider

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
I have experience caring for birds, dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish. Family owned many of those pets, and currently have fish, and two cats. I have multiple experience caring for dogs, and walking them.
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Jessica H.

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Over the past two years, I've gained experience in both pet sitting and walking, working with a variety of breeds and sizes. This time has taught me not only how to provide loving care but also how to manage different temperaments, schedules, and special needs. Whether it's administering some medications, following specific...
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Samantha G.

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Samantha, a compassionate and reliable pet sitter with hands-on experience caring for both dogs and cats, as well as a wide variety of other animals. I've personally had everything from bunnies, hamsters, gerbils, and birds to lizards and, of course, dogs--so I'm comfortable caring for pets with all kinds of...
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Merrie S.

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
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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Priscilla S.

Pet Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

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$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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Agata K.

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
I have been caring for pets for years, primarily dog walking and dog/cat sitting. I would love to hear more about your fur babies individual needs!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.82/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Wheeling, IL

Dog sitters near you in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL is $17.82.

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