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Hannah R.

Great Lakes, IL

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
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...
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Dog Walker And Sitter Available

Highwood, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
dog training
As a professional Nanny/House Manager, I took the golden retriever on daily walks, brushed out his hair and removed knots, took him to grooming and vet appointments, went to the beach and lavished him with lots of love and attention. This included brushing, petting and full-body messages. He especially liked his paws massaged!...
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Love Furry Friends

Mundelein, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
I love to take care of all dogs. Walk, play and keep them company. I'll handle all your pet needs. Walking or just playing with them. So they are happy. I have a dog also.
Shannon G.'s Photo

Highland Park, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I love all animals, growing up with both cats and dogs in the house. I also have lots of experience dog walking and pet sitting both dogs and cats! I have a reliable car and am able to transport animals as well!
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Dog Walking!

Waukegan, IL

from
$23/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
Hello, my name is Briana. I am a single mom of three young kids and a college student working on getting my associates degree in arts. My major is psychology and I would like to become a therapist. I have a pitbull bully mix, named Peach and a cat named Ceviche. I also have a beta fish named to Sonic and an albino leopard gecko...
Emily C.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello I am Emily, I have been dog walking and dog sitting for 4 years now. I have a dog myself, she is a miniature poodle. One of our favorite things to do is to go on walks and to the dog park. We also love cuddling and resting. I love all types of pets and would love to have the opportunity to take care of other peoples furry...
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Reliable+Responsible Pet Sitter And Dog Walker!

Grayslake, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi pet parents! I'm Ella, a current CLC student in the pre-medicine program. I am available for pet sitting and dog walking! I love animals and strongly considered veterinary school for my future! I am very active and love hiking and exploring dog parks and forest preserves! I have 4 dogs of my own, (2 German shepherds, a...
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Love Taking Care Of Dogs And Taking Them For Long Walks.

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I like working with animals because I have two dogs of my own that I take care of and have had numerous pets growing up in my household. I love going on long walks with my dogs and playing fetch. I'm an animal lover at heart I'm looking for a job that lets me walk dogs and get them exercise when the owners don't have time...
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Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have experience walking and caring for them., every where I work I have taken of their dogs . Working for over 10 yrs.
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Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Shelby, I'm a full time social worker that if interested in some side work with pets. I've grown up in a household full of dogs and cats, including rescues and medically complicated pets. I am interested in pet sitting and dog walking primarily.
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Joyful Dog Lover

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am Emily. Mother of 2 and pet lover. Looking to fill the void of a petless household by caring for pets. Will walk your pet lizard, dog, cat, fish. Open to all. Looking to begin now in the jacksonville Florida area.
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Mundelein, IL

from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
dog training
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have been around dogs my entire life and have had the pleasure of working with breeds such as Russian Spaniels, American Pit Bulls, Yorkshire Terriers, and many more! For the past three years I have volunteered at local animal shelters where I carried out various tasks such as walking, bathing, administering medication, etc....
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Loving Pet Caregiver!

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
dog training
grooming
+ 1 more
I offer training, grooming, walking, and boarding! I work a lot with reactive dogs and am also great with cats.
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I Love Dog. Smalls And Biggers

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
Have a Rotweiller Nd two small Cotton de Tullier Love dogs, love to walking and I have experience cleaning yards poop too
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Vernon Hills, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there! I'm Ivy, I've been pet sitting since the age of 12 and I have a deep love and compassion for our furry friends. I am a dog mom to a 3-year-old Shiba Inu Alaskan Klee Kai mix named Stormi she is my whole world. I am comfortable with walking, feeding and overall taking care of your pet as if it was my own. Your pets...
Marissa G.'s Photo

Libertyville, IL

from
$21/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting since that was I was 15. I have multiple references I can provide! I have experience with walking, simple grooming, playing/exercise as well as overnight and daily sitting. I can always promise to love and care for your pets as if they were my own. I have grown up and been around all kinds of dogs for my...
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I Love Spending Time And Taking Care Of Dogs

Mundelein, IL

from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a dog lover. My baby almost 6-year-old boxer, we love to jog in the morning weather permitting, go for walks, hiking, etc.
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Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Breana and I provide dog sitting. I have experience working with both small and big dogs and love both. I have about a year of experience dog sitting. I perform duties such as walking the dog, playing with the dog, feeding and administering medication. I can also perform baths and don't mind taking the dog to...
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Part-Time Pet Sitter

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
boarding
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I have taken care of mostly my family's pets, dogs in particular. I stay with them for a week long periodically and am in charge of feeding, bathing, taking them out for walks and so on. I enjoy it very much! I am currently a college student looking to pet sit for the summer and possibly until fall!

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  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Great Lakes, IL

A local dog walker near you in Great Lakes, IL will cost you an average of $18.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Great Lakes, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

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 Great Lakes, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Great Lakes, 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.

On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Great Lakes, 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.

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