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Molly C.

River Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
boarding
Hello, my name is Molly. I have a Lab Mix named Brody who is a 7, weights about 70lbs. He is a certified therapy dog and works at a school. He loves other dogs and is well trained. We love to be active and be outside. I have learned a lot with training my own dog that I would always love to share what I have learned. Brody and I...
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Bethany R.

Bethany

River Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Bethany, and I am currently a student at Concordia University Chicago. I have lots of experience with pets. While I am a current student, back home I have three dogs and two cats, so I am well rounded in regard to animal care. I am able to walk or pet sit.
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Yasmina S.

River Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs. I walk dogs as well as would house sit dogs. I used to have a dig but he passed away four years ago. Until I decide to get another dog, zill walk other people's dogs.
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Lorna B.

River Forest, IL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
light cleaning
hospice services
Experienced caregiver. Over two years experience . companionship, active adult care. Dogs ok . No cats. Love taking clients for walks, gym etc. Also open to traveling with senior for companionship
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Alyssa H.

Friendly Neighborhood Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a 25-year-old Dog and cat lover with 3 dogs and a rescued cat at home. I provide sitting at your own home, dog-walking, and light grooming.
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Leslie V.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently in school studying finance, but I love animals and kids, I have 3 dogs, 1 kitten and 1 leopard gecko! I've been dog walking for about seven months now and it's always a good time! I love seeing all the different dog breeds :)

Nicholas L. says "We hired Leslie to house-sit with our 3 dogs and 1 cat for 4 days while visiting family. She took great care of the animals and our home! Could not have...

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Jena G.

Part time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I grew up constantly having a dog.. I am a pet lover and will take great care of your pet. I would love to take your pet on a walk and give them lots of love and attention! I have experience watching my own dogs and taking care of 2 dogs overnight for a week!

Christina D. says "Jena did a wonderful job looking after our 2 dogs and cat. She communicated so well and took such great care of them. I highly recommend Jena...she...

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Jessika F.

Pet Care Taker

Schiller Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I have been a dog sitter for almost two years helping teachers and friends with their fury friends while they are on vacation or out of town. I do dog walking services for dogs. I am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets.
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Dominique F.

Your Pets Best Friend

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Experienced pet sitter and dog walker for 6 years. I provide reliable, compassionate care for pets, including multiple daily walks, feeding, medication administration and ensuring their well-being. I'm dedicated to keeping pets happy and healthy.

Markesha H. says "She loves listening to my stories and always come with her smile and little gifts"

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Katherine B.

Experienced & Enthusiastic Pet-Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a dedicated young professional living on the North side of Chicago, IL. Outside of caring for my own 2 cats, I have several years of pet-sitting experience for both dogs and cats. Previous pet-sitting duties have included, but are not limited to: feedings, providing dog walking services, cleaning litter boxes, and providing...

Care Member says "Kathrine has watched our cats many times as well as our family dogs (who are quite the handful) and never failed us! She sends updates and photos often...

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Safiyeh U.

Caring, Gentle And Kind, I Love Large And Small Pets Alike!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there! My name is Safiyeh and I have owned and taken care of dogs and smaller pets like rabbits for many years and would love to play with and care for your precious furry friends! I have never met a pet I didn't like and who didn't come to trust me as I am soft spoken and very gentle. I am happy to walk, feed, groom,...

Katerina S. says "Safiyeh is a compassionate caregiver who watched my dog Sasha occasionally when I traveled for work. Sasha can be a nervous dog so we both really...

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Jaclyn M.

Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals. I grew up with a shih tzu named Tootsie. She was part of our family for 14 years. Since then, I've babysat for little, medium and large size dogs including pit bulls, labradoodles, Pomeranian and shih poos. I also have experience cat sitting. I am comfortable residing at your home while you're on vacation, or...

Leslee M. says "We've had Jaclyn quite a few times to take care of our dogs when we've gone out of town, from 3-days to 2-weeks at a time. We are very impressed with her...

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Aubrey M.

Your Pets Home Away From Home!

Wood Dale, IL

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
I have taken care of animals of all kinds and also owned animals of all kinds since I was little. I've had my own dog walking business before and just love being around animals. Fur babies are family! Your pet will be taken care of as if it's at their home away from home! I have also worked as a vet assistant before and loved...

Care Member says "Aubrey and her family did a great job taking care of our dogs. She gave them plenty of attention and exercise while providing daily updates. Win Win!"

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Eliza S.

Part-Time Nanny Available In Between Class

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! my name is Eliza - I have 4+ years of experience working as a swimming instructor for children aged from 2-13 years old, working on and off as a babysitter for around 5 years, and volunteering over the course of two years at an elementary school in my district teaching science classes to kindergarten and first-grade aged...

Care Member says "Eliza has helped me in many times when I wasn’t able to babysit my relatives kids. The kids loved her and asked about her even when I watched them. I...

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Annesley C.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet-sitting and dog walking in your own home. I am a dog (and cat) lover and I will treat your animals with the same love and care I treat my own!

Jennifer S. says "Annesley is kind, friendly and dependable. She is everything someone looks for in a dog sitter. I have had many dog sitters over the years and she is...

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Evelyn C.

Pet Sitter, Dog Walker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I enjoy taking care of animals and would love to do it for some extra money!

Laken V. says "Evelyn came to my home and cared for my cat while I was out of town for a week. My flight was cancelled and the trip was extended from 7 to 12 days!!...

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Agata M.

Caring And Positive Persona

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
Hi! I love all animals! I have 10 years of experience in dog sitting and walking. I can help with whatever you need to take care of with your animals. I am quick learner and there are no barriers for me. I can stay with Your animal during day and night. I love walks so I can take Your dog to any park You want as I own my car...

Care Member says "Agata is great! Very kind and patient. She’s been very flexible and I can always count on her even at the last minute. Great job! "

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Holly H.

Western Springs, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Holly, a school counselor living in Western Springs with my family and our two lovable dogs-a Great Dane and a Great Dane/Poodle mix. I've been around dogs my entire life and have years of experience pet sitting for all types of animals. Working in education gives me a structured schedule with flexibility during...
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Tisa C.

Natural Born Caregiver And Animal Lover Here!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
grooming
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
Hello there! I work with multiple families and they all have slightly different needs and expectations for care so please feel free to ask questions. A little bit about me, I have always loved animals and have cared for all kinds but have developed a special place in my heart for dogs. I begged my parents for a dog from the...

Alex S. says "Tisa has been a godsend for my two dogs. One of my dogs has severe separation anxiety, and the other is still a puppy, and she excels with both of them. She...

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Leah G.

Active And Reliable Dog Sitter In Orlando!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Hi! I love animals, I have grown up with them my whole life. I have always lived with a dog, 5 growing up and now my first dog by myself, Mimi! I also have experience looking after cats, I have a rescue. I can prescribe medicine, go on long walks, feed, bathe, whatever help you need! I don't mind boarding, I have a dog myself...

Care Member says "Leah was so kind and caring with my girls. They loved spending time with her. We'll definitely use her again. "

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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.25/hr as of December 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL

Dog Walkers in River Forest, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Leslie V.

We hired Leslie to house-sit with our 3 dogs and 1 cat for 4 days while visiting family. She took great care of the animals and our home!...

- Nicholas L.

Jena G.

Jena did a wonderful job looking after our 2 dogs and cat. She communicated so well and took such great care of them. I highly recommend...

- Christina D.

Dominique F.

She loves listening to my stories and always come with her smile and little gifts

- Markesha H.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in River Forest, IL

A local dog walker near you in River Forest, IL will cost you an average of $16.25 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 4 dog walkers offering services in River Forest, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from River Forest 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 River Forest 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 River Forest, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in River Forest, 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 4 dog walkers near you in River Forest, 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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