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Melanie R.
Oswego, IL
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Pets Are Not Just Animals, They Are Family And Deserve The Best Care Needed !:) I Am Available For Daily Walks, And Pet Care Needs As Instructed. I Am Pretty Good At Working With Animals . And Would Love To Help Out ! I'm Pretty Flexible .
I fed dogs, gave them there medicine, cleaned there dishes, took pets for walks, gave them love and affection.
Melanie can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding
I own three dogs myself and frequently pet sit my neighbors cats. Feel free to reach out. Let me know if there are any training regimes you would like me to keep up and information on feeding/Walk behaviors
Annrose can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Eva D.
Oswego, IL
$9-14/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home and my own if needed. I'm experienced with pets and have 2 dogs of my own. I love dogs of all sizes and ages and I have been dogsitting for 3 years. I can walk, play, groom, feed and love your pet!
Eva can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Caitlin W.
Oswego, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been an animal lover all my life. I have always been around dogs and cats as a child and enjoyed playing, walking and taking care of them. I started watching my neighbors animals when I was 12 and continued until college helping professors and friends watch their animals.
Caitlin can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Souzannah B.
Oswego, IL
$21-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi. My name is Souzannah. I live in Oswego. I have been dog sitting for a few years. My family loves dogs! I can come to your home and dog sit. Take walks. Play! I can come to your home 3 or 4 times a day depending on your needs. I charge 25 an hour or a flat fee for the day $100
Souzannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I have always been a passionate animal lover! I've had pets all my life from cats to dogs, fish, hamster, lizard, Guinea pig, and even turtles. I currently have 1 dog and 3 cats of my own. I'd love to help anyone with pet sitting and/or dog walking as needed.
Heather can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I had a Pomeranian that I took for walks.
I have a Yorkshire terrier that is very active that I take for walks all the time.
I have a Australian German Shepard mix that I usually take walks and play Frisbee with but she is struggling with arthritis.
I've taken care of my boyfriends dog who is a rat terrier I believe.
Had an...
Abbey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, grooming & more
My name is Ariana I have experience in pet sitting and dog walking. Enjoy doing this as I love pets.
Ariana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Amber W.
Oswego, IL
$13-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I would love to help you and your fur baby out! I have grown up with dogs my whole life and have done everything from dog sitting to boarding to walking. I have a 2-year-old German Shepard who is full of energy so I'm up for anything! Let me know if you have any questions and I look forward to hearing from you!
*I am a...
Amber can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
As a devoted pet owner for over13 years, I offer a warm companion for your furry friends. From puppy joy to senior comfort, I'm skilled in all aspects: walks, playtime, feeding, baths, and more. Our family, including my 13 year companion cat Kona, extends love to pups of all breeds. I'm a mom to a 1 and 3-year-old, and your pets...
Sarah can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
Kaylee E.
Oswego, IL
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kaylee. I have two big dogs and two cats. The dogs are German shepherd mix. I enjoy playing with animals and watching them, I like to go for long walks if its nice outside.
Kaylee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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I am a full time high school teacher of over 25 years. I adopted 2 large dogs of my own and I have done multiple training classes through Lucky Dog Academy with them in Plainfield, IL. I am also currently volunteering at Anderson Animal Shelter in North Aurora walking dogs where I have a Fear Free certification. I love dogs of...
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We love Dawn! We are so lucky to have her in our lives. She watches our older female dog and couldn't be happier!"
Catherine M.
Kara D.
Naperville, IL
$16-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Kara! I'm 20 and have done pet care for about 6 years now! I absolutely adore animals and have always had a passion to work with them! I have done pet sitting, dog walking and overnights. I have also worked with a wide variety of breeds and all ages!
I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours and days to work with...
5.0
"Kara has been our pup sitter for a year now and we absolutely love her! She's dependable and a great communicator. She also deals with our high energy black lab and he adores her! We would 10/10 recommend using Kara! :)"
Aracelli M.
5.0
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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We have been privileged to employ Debbie P since October 2020. Debbie has been a reliable, fun, loving and hard-working full-time nanny for our two children since our youngest was only 3 months old. Deb has an incredible understanding of the needs and abilities of...
Megan M.
Annalise G.
Plainfield, IL
$15-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as easy going, patient, open-minded
I like working with animals because I find a comfort with them, and they make it a better environment. I've had a dog since my childhood years, and I am always with her. I also just love pets!
I'm looking for a job that that supports me financially. I'm looking...
Annalise can also help with: Pet sitting
I watched a dog for nine days taking him on daily walks & keeping him company all day. I also gardened for them.
Liberty can also help with: Boarding, grooming
Caitlin C.
Aurora, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always had animals, specifically dogs, in my life and house while growing up, and still do to this day! I currently have a White German Shepherd mix, but have had huskies, labs, and shepherds throughout my life. I will love your animals and treat them as if they are mine, so you never have to worry about them! I can...
Caitlin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name's Ariel. I'm 18, have been working for quite a while which is a dog walking/sitting app. I have my own car and would love to help take care of any type of animal. I have no issues with any! Even tarantulas!
Ariel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Kelly B.
Plainfield, IL
$12-15/hr
Ever since I can remember, I have always loved animals. My neighbors had have fish since I could remember so I would go over there when they went on vacation and feed them. My freshman year of high school my neighbors got a dog so I started to watch there dog when they went on vacation. I would take their dog on walks every...
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Looking for a side gig to work after my nanny job! I would love to take care of your pets for you! I have owned dogs, cats, fish and birds. I have 2 cats as of now. I'm available for dog walking, feeding, cleaning cat boxes etc. whatever you need done! Evening and weekends only.
Marissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Oswego, IL
Dawn F.
5.0
We love Dawn! We are so lucky to have her in our lives. She watches our older female dog and couldn't be happier!
- Catherine M.
Kara D.
5.0
Kara has been our pup sitter for a year now and we absolutely love her! She's dependable and a great communicator. She also deals with our high energy black lab and he adores her! We would 10/10 recommend using Kara! :)
- Aracelli M.
Debbie P.
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 tips and tricks about care-giving...
- Debojyoti M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Oswego, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Oswego, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Oswego, IL will cost you an average of $13.55 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 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 Oswego, IL?
Care.com has 11 dog walkers offering services in Oswego, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Oswego 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 Oswego to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Oswego, 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 Oswego, 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 Oswego, IL?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Oswego, 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 Oswego, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 11 dog walkers near you in Oswego, 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.