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Bonnie M.

Purrfct Pet Sitter

River Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
Hello, I am very excited that you are reading my profile. Let me tell you a little about myself. My father was a Cub Scout Master and taught me to love the outdoors and the wonderful creatures in it. He shared his wisdom of animals with me from a very young age. I have had the privilege of owning many different pets; dogs, cats,...
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Chelsea R.

River Grove, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting for close to 4years now and usually do home stays but I also have done just check ins or dog walks! I have been cat sitting for my neighbor often and even took over for a while with the cat. I currently have a dog at home and volunteer weekly with cats at a shelter!
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Michelle C.

River Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
Hi! My name is Michelle, and I'm a dependable, patient, and animal-loving caregiver excited to help families care for their pets. I've always had a soft spot for all kinds of animals, from energetic puppies to sweet feline seniors who just need a little extra TLC. I'm comfortable with feeding schedules, walks, playtime, baths,...
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Yuliia K.

River Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a loving and responsible pet caregiver who enjoys spending time with animals. I understand how important it is to give them attention, care, and love. I can help with feeding, walking, playing, and keeping your pets happy and safe.
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Yuliia K.

River Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Dusting
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Yuliia. I have over one year of experience helping families keep their homes clean, organized, and comfortable. I'm detail-oriented, reliable, and always respectful of your space and belongings. I carefully follow instructions, communicate clearly, and I'm open to feedback. I can help with general cleaning,...
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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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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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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 transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Missi K.

Animal Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
boarding
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Missi. I am 26 years old and aside from my career in mental health therapy, I love doing jobs involving pet care. I am passionate about caring for animals, & have had such a huge love for them since I was a child. I have experience training and walking dogs through Pet Central Helps, where I volunteered for 2...

Isa S. says "Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She is a delightful...

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Lauren J.

Part-Time Pet Caretaker And Dog Walker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello!! I'm Lauren. I've been a full-time self employed Dog Walker & Pet sitter in Chicago & Evanston for 10 years. I currently have over 40 clients, many of which I've been working for 5+ years. Prior to being self employed, I worked at a local pet shop/groomer while I was a student at Loyola. I started walking dogs and pet...

Deacon K. says "Lauren took care of our house and two dogs for about a week while our family traveled on vacation. We are so thankful for her calm, reassuring manner,...

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Rachel S.

Passionate And Engaging Pet Walker/sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
I love dogs and cats more than most people you will meet. It gives me just as much joy as them to walk them, play with them, and take care of them in any way. I live in Lakeview Chicago and enjoy walking to the parks and spending time outside. I have dog walking, dog sitting, and cat sitting experience.
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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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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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Marisol B.

Chicago, IL

4.7(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
I am currently a new grad and love working with kids. I'd describe my personality as fun, compassionate, and kind. I started working with kids when I was 14 years old and would babysit for family. In my spare time, I like to go on walks with my dog, and try new restaurants with friends.

Care Member says "She is very patient and loving in taking care of my children and accompanying them. I recommend her."

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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 walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
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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Sammie H.

Housekeeper For Hire!

Brookfield, IL

4.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sammie I have over 2 decades of housekeeping and project organization experience working with busy families, multi-generational family homes, retired professionals, and everything between. I am self motivated and detail oriented so I pay attention to the little things. My goal is to help create calmness in your home so...
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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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Sarah B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
With a passion for animals and over 10 years of experience in pet care, I offer comprehensive services to keep your pets happy and healthy. From daily walks and feeding to special needs and medical care, I provide attentive, reliable, and loving care for all types of pets. Your furry, feathered, or scaly friends are in good...

Care Member says "Sarah very patiently dealt with my dog who was terrified of her even though she had walked with her and she had been in the apartment. My dog bit her...

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Vicky W.

Part-Time Pet-sitter or Dog Walker

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am an animal lover and have owned pets all my life - dogs, cats, hamsters, and fish. I will care for your pet as if my own. I am a certified Vet's Assistant from Animal Behavioral College. I have walked a Great Dane and Greater Swiss Mountain dogs in Glenview, and have house sat with a Bengal Cat, Swiss Mountain dogs, Boston...

Becky G. says "Vicky is a very trusted dog watcher when we head out of town! She's flexible, communicative, and takes great care of our pup!"

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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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  • The average post rate is $16.40/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Katherine B.

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...

- Care member

Aubrey M.

Aubrey and her family did a great job taking care of our dogs. She gave them plenty of attention and exercise while providing daily...

- Care member

Missi K.

Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She...

- Isa S.

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

A local dog walker near you in River Grove, IL will cost you an average of $16.40 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 5 dog walkers offering services in River Grove, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from River Grove 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 Grove 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 Grove, 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 Grove, 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 5 dog walkers near you in River Grove, 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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