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Hello! My name is Serena and I've been pet sitting for 3 years. I have experience with dogs, cats, and fish. I have loved animals my whole life and can't wait to meet yours! I am comfortable with feeding, administering medication, walks, taking them to the park, and anything else your pet needs in order to feel comfortable while...
Serena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Denise N.
Ingleside, IL
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Pet Care Provider Available To Help With Your Pet Care Needs
I love animals and currently have two cats. I've also had dogs, birds and a python (not all at the same time). I like to sit quietly with a cat and let it get to know me and I also like to play ball with a dog. Animals have their own personalities and I enjoy getting to know them.
Denise can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have worked many jobs involving dogs. I have done things like feed them, bathe them, pick up their waste, walk dogs and etc. I am currently in school to become a vet tech!
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Taylor H.
Round Lake, IL
$11-25/hr
Hello! My name is Taylor and I have been a lifelong dog lover. Due to living in an apartment, I do not own a dog at the moment but I do have a Guinea pig! I am looking for furry friends who need a place to stay for a few days due to pet parents traveling or just needing someone to pet sit. I have a beautiful apartment complex...
Taylor can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
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Hello, neighbor!
My name is Jackie. I'm 26, own my own car, and have TONS of experience with working with animals. I worked at a cage-free dog kennel for 2 years, and have since been doing dog walking and sitting intermittently.
I am currently available full-time. However, beginning 6/1, I will have summer school classes on...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking & more
Hannah R.
Great Lakes, IL
$18-23/hr
I am an excellent dog/pet sitter who loves animals. I am a very active person, so walks and playing would be an all the time occourance. They would always be well fed, groomed and happy. I have 3 dogs back home, so I am experienced with taking care of them :) I am in the Navy so I do work full time but am free Mon-Thu 6 p.m. To...
Hannah can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Julia M.
Libertyville, IL
$15-22/hr
I've pet sat my neighbors animals who have dogs and cats for 1+ years, and in the warmer seasons I've helped garden. Depending on the length of the trip I wouldn't be afraid to do some light house work around the house, and I've built some more pet sitting connections over the past few years through close connections. Don't...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi I'm Jenny! I am a huge lover of animals and have 2 big dogs, Moose and Luna. My goal is to give my dogs the best life I can possibly give them filled with love, attention, and happiness, and it would be my priority to provide the same level to your fur babies as well! I have always wanted to foster dogs, and I think dog...
Jennifer can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training
I'm so excited to start my next chapter after an unexpected layoff in the corporate world. I'm looking to fill my days with walks, sitting, and boop fests!
I'd describe my personality as considerate, playful, and trustworthy.
I have a little pup who is best described as a menace to society with a Napoleon complex. However,...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting
Hi my name is Kate. I'm 37, live in Kenosha and am an avid animal lover. I grew up with Guinea pigs, dogs, snakes, and now am an animal guardian of three cats and one goofy golden retriever boyfriend :)
I'm available to take dogs on walks, will stop by your place to let out dogs for mercy pee breaks during the work week and...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Destiny J.
Antioch, IL
$12-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting as well as walking and feeding.
I reside in Antioch and can travel to the surrounding Lake County area.
Destiny can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Cailin C.
Mundelein, IL
$14-19/hr
Hello!
I have two large rescue dogs and have grown up with both dogs and cats.
Though not professionally, I have pet-sit dogs and cats. I love caring for pets and can be adaptable to their needs!
I am open to recurring or one-time opportunities!
Cailin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I have had all kinds of pets growing up and currently have my own dog and multiple reptiles. I can provide dog walking and pet sitting in your own home. I am comfortable with all types of animals and love all animals from the furry to the scaly. I am comfortable with small and large dogs, birds, cats and all types of reptiles.
Mary can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Jennifer G.
Racine, WI
$5-10/hr
I love all kinds of animals. In my home, we have a dog. He is my baby. I love to take care of him. He loves to go for a walk and play. I feed him and bathe him. If I am sitting down, he jumps up on my lap. We love to be together.
The reason I am saying all of this: I would love to take care of your baby as I would my own. You...
Jennifer can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hello! My name is Auriel and I am a fun loving and energetic sitter that provides reliable and dependable care for your little one. I have loved dogs since the age of five when I received my first Yorkshire terrier. Since the age of five dogs and I have been inseparable. I have experience working with various breeds of dogs from...
Auriel can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I have 1 year of experience with pet care. I can help with Pet Walking. I enjoy dogs large or small, there simply the best animals. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Melissa R.
Bristol, WI
$16-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been dog sitting for the past 8 years. I have experience with German Shepherds, Labs, Rottweilers, Beagles, Golden Retrievers, and all sorts of different mixes of dogs. I enjoy interacting with the animals as I always grew up with animals. Animals are a part of the family!
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting
I've been nannying my whole career and every family has a dog or cat. I own two myself and have a love for animals
Lauryn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Dog walking, training, and Boarding. I have been raised with dogs and I love them, I truly believe they are our best friends.
Martina can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
I have had cats and dogs all my life. Lots of cats and dogs! At one time we had 3 dogs and 8 cats. We've always opened our home to stray animals and hard luck stories. We had 2 dogs pass away within the last year an 18-year-old black lab and a 17-year-old whippet. We are currently fostering dogs we rescued from a high kill...
Linda can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Winthrop Harbor, IL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Winthrop Harbor, IL?
Dog sitters near you in Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor, IL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor, IL is $15.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Winthrop Harbor, IL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor, IL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Winthrop Harbor, 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.
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