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60 dog walkers are listed in Batavia, IL
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 4 years
Dog walkers in Batavia, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched, walked, and boarded many dogs during my life. I would love the opportunity to either walk your dog/dogs, do a morning, lunchtime, and /or evening visit, or care for your dogs in my home or yours. I am happy to walk your dog as long as you would like him/her.
If you put your trust in me to take care of your dogs,...
Muriel can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"I have come to know Muriel through her care and walking of my neighbor’s dogs. As my dog and theirs are friends, Muriel, with her kind and easy-going personality, and I fell into easy conversation over the fence of their yard. She is such a natural caregiver for...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Natosha and I am currently an Administrative Assistant at a Day School in Geneva. I am looking for part-time work pet sitting/walking for dogs. I work 8 a.m. to 4 PM, Monday through Friday and I am looking for flexible work hours in the early morning and evening during the work week. On the weekends, my schedule is...
Natosha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I'm so glad I hired and found Natosha on Care.com! She took extra special care of my cats. She communicated with me the whole time while she was on the way, at the house and when she was leaving. And sent pictures which I appreciated! I already have her booked...
Kelly L.
I provide dog walking/sitting services from the comfort of your own home. I have years of experience taking care of animals as I have only ever known a home with at least two dogs. My love for animals began at a young age, since birth really since I came home to a house with two large dogs. Since then I have owned six dogs and...
Hello families, my name is Marian and I'm a babysitter/petsitter who loves animals and babies.
I been taking care of animals since I was 15 so I have 9 years of experience with them but 6 years of paid experience.
I have a cat, his name is Gaston.
I also have a dog and her name is Queta.
Always happy to help with your animals...
Marian can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Grace T.
Batavia, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Grace! I currently live in Batavia and am looking for pet sitting/dog walking jobs! I have my own dog as well as many years of experience with dogs and cat sitting!
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lisa L.
Batavia, IL
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide animal sitting in your home, as well as walking. I have dog and cat sat in the past for people in my neighborhood. Personally, I have two dogs right now but have had many pets in the past such as, hamsters, guinea pig, rats and a gecko. I love all different types of animals.
Lisa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have 8 years of pet care experience. I can help with Boarding and Pet Walking. I have great references once we connect to send to you and as well as pet sitting I am a babysitter so my compassion for pets goes as long as too children! When I take care of your animals I will treat them as my own while in my care as greatly as...
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love dogs!! I worked many summers in California for my uncle who is a vet. We are not conducting a business here; we are just a nice family who wants to share our lives with animals. Since we do not have a pet right now, this is the next best thing!! My children love animals, as I do! We live in a large home on three acres. I...
Kris can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, grooming, pet walking & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Gretchen V.
Saint Charles, IL
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter & Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks & Pet Care. Occasional & Last Minute Care Too!
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dog lover, rescuer & foster. Comfortable with all types of dogs-big or small! I am experienced with administering medication including IM and sub cu injectables. I'm dependable, responsible and ALL ABOUT the dogs. I have excellent local references.
Gretchen can also help with: Boarding, grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two labs of my own at home, and have had many pets throughout my life. I have experience taking care of cats, fish, and small and large dogs. I have loved animals my whole life, and love spending time playing, petting, walking, and snuggling.
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Taylor was with us for about 6 months and was truly great with our son. She found wonderful and educational ways to get him out of the house most days. He has some developmental delays due to spending a significant amount of time in hospitals, but Taylor was great...
Sam R.
5.0
(7)
I have been house sitting and pet sitting for five years. I have experience with dogs, including two or three at a time, cats, birds, turtles, and other small animals. I love animals and taking care of them. Dogs are my favorite. I love taking long walks and playing out in the yard. I have two dogs myself and love taking care of...
Elisabeth can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming
5.0
"Liz is spectacular. I trust her implicitly. She is very responsible and treats your home and pets like her own. I can't say enough good things about her. She is the best pet sitter and I can't recommend her highly enough."
Kori H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As someone who has had two Maltese poodle mixes their whole life, I am a huge lover of dogs! I am experienced with bathing, feeding, and letting out dogs, and taking them out on walks. I would love to work with dogs of all shapes and sizes and I feel very comfortable working with and training dogs!
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Olivia has watched our dogs, housewatched and watered garden for years, she is fantastic!! She is so thorough, one time she watered our fake flowers because she wasn't sure (fake succulents in a pot of sand) 100% reliable!! Promise. Known her all her life. If there...
Debra S.
5.0
(1)
I am 21 years old and have 1 year of experience. I am a very organized and responsible person at home and at my part time job. I have been at my part time job for 5 years as of now. I am going to school as well as working part time. After the summer, I will be available almost everyday of the weekday, since I will be working on...
Kassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kassie is a great babysitter! She is very dependable and responsible (which brings comfort when needing care for your child), calm and comforting energy which our son responds well to, and very engaging with interactions! She is also very flexible and...
Care member
5.0
(4)
I have 4+ years of experience taking care of other peoples pets and have had pets of my own since I was 10 years old.
This is the first time in my life I don't have a pet as my cat passed away last year and I'm not ready to go to the shelter to adopt. I would want to bring them all home with me.
I thought instead I would help...
Heideh can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Heideh is dependable and very caring. She communicates well. I have Heideh about 15 years and would never hesitate to hire her if I had a need! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello!! My name is Hailey and I'm currently a sophomore in college at the University of Wisconsin. I am majoring in education and plan on teaching 3rd graders! I love children and pets so much and love to have fun and form a close bond with any kids or pets I help :) I'm looking for any families I can help during my school year...
Hailey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Hailey is energetic, kind and empathetic. She takes her responsibilities seriously and is committed to doing a good job. Kids and pets love her!"
Sara M.
Madie J.
Sugar Grove, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Madie ! I live in Sugar Grove, IL and am a animal lover! I have a Newfie at home that loves to swim, go for walks, and playing with her toys. I love to encompass myself around friendly animals that love play time! I am currently working with the cancer infusion patients at Hospital and at Nail Salon!
Madie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Kayla H.
Winfield, IL
$24-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I loved watching kids when I would babysit or help out at my church. I've watched newborns up to pre-teen and connect well after spending a little time with each child. I have been a preschool teacher at a KinderCare for a little over a year before I got a nanny position that I was hoping for. I love helping young children...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is lovely and caring! Loves kids. "
Anna E.
Taylor K.
Geneva, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Early Childhood Educator Looking For A Full Time Nanny Position
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Taylor!
I am a certified Early Childhood Education teacher in search of a full-time nannying position. I hold a current Early Childhood teaching license (birth to grade 3), a preschool special education endorsement, and an English as a second language endorsement. Additionally, I am certified in CPR, including for...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor was great with my 2 little girls (ages 1 and 4)! She made the trip from Dekalb to Geneva for us multiple times. She is very responsive when replying to messages as well! "
Amanda P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Dear families- I'm looking for a FULL-TIME nanny position! The kids pictured are kids I was a nanny for in the past + one pic of one preschool class.
I started out being a pre-school teacher for the 3's/4's classroom and then relieved the caregivers from the baby room so they could have a lunch break. I also interacted with...
Debbie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"My family had the privilege of having Debbie helping us with the care of our little one for more than a year. Absolutely dependable, very organized and punctual. Debbie has been doing this for a very long time and she helped us, the first time parents with lots of...
Debojyoti M.
Mackenzie G.
Aurora, IL
$11-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have had multiple years of experience taking care of my own pets. Dog walking, feeding cats, dogs, guinea pigs, rabbits, sugar gliders, etc. I enjoy doing it and making new friends with these animals.
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Batavia, IL
Muriel C.
5.0
Muriel was a great walker for my dog. Spent lots of time with her, was punctual and friendly. Would definitely love to work with her again in the future!
- Erin D.
Natosha G.
5.0
We hired Tosha for walking our 3 dogs several times now. She is punctual, very dependable & most importantly our boys look forward to seeing her! Her communication is spot on & she sends us pictures while she's with the boys (our dogs) which we love! We are SO glad we found her.
- Sara M.
Taylor K.
5.0
Taylor was with us for about 6 months and was truly great with our son. She found wonderful and educational ways to get him out of the house most days. He has some developmental delays due to spending a significant amount of time in hospitals, but Taylor was great at moving him toward milestones....
- Sam R.
Elisabeth R.
5.0
Liz is wonderful to work with. Our son needed extra help with Algebra and Organization Skills. Liz jumped in and provided high energy, high compassion tutoring and encouragement. She had him using his planner more often to capture his assignments and to plan ahead accordingly. She also was very...
- Patti Anne A.
Olivia W.
5.0
She is 100% reliable. Terrific with dogs, kids, responsible for housewatch, garden maintenance. She is so thorough she watered my fake cacti potted in sand because she didn't want to take any chances! Intelligent and caring. You won't be sorry.
- Debra S.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Batavia, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Batavia, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Batavia, IL will cost you an average of $14.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Batavia, IL?
Care.com has 7 dog walkers offering services in Batavia, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Batavia or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Batavia to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Batavia, IL worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Batavia, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Batavia, IL?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Batavia, IL, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Batavia, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 7 dog walkers near you in Batavia, IL that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.