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Elise O.

Devoted Pet Sitter

Riverside, IL

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
I have over 10 years of house and pet sitting for animals that include dogs, Guinea pigs, fish, rabbits, and more. I have more reviews for pet sitting, I love long walks and doggo cuddles.
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Yorgelis V.

Riverside, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I'm an animal lover committed to their well-being. I have experience caring for dogs and cats, providing companionship, proper nutrition, walks, and lots of personalized attention. I'm responsible, patient, and affectionate, always willing to provide a safe and loving environment for each pet. My priority is for them to feel...
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Katarina T.

Riverside, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I would love to help out with any pet setting, dog walking or errand running for the furry friends whenever you need! I have two cats of my own and they are my babies! Let me know how I can help:)
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Teresa M.

Oak Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
As an animal lover, providing pet care is fulfilling and energizing. I love engaging and being active with dogs and cats through play, grooming, petting, and walks. For eight years my family and I have enjoyed fostering dogs from the Oak Park Animal Care League. This includes dogs with physical disabilities and or behavioral...
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Savannah G.

Caring And Energetic Young Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I bring over 10 years of childcare experience, including two years as an assistant kindergarten teacher at a School. I'm currently a student at the University of Chicago, seeking part-time or full-time work in childcare, housecleaning, and personal assistance. I am also available for dog walking and pet care. I have a...

Samantha C. says "Incredibly hard working. Fantastic cook. We had 5 girls in our care (all various ages between 5 and 13) when our car broke down on the way back from the...

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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 walking
pet transportation
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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Holly H.

Western Springs, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
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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Sophie M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
I would love to provide animal sitting in your own home with dogs of any age, size, breed! (pits are a plus:)) I am excellent at reading dogs and cats body language and respect their unique personalities and boundaries. I am down to play, take them on walks, to parks, and give them a lot of attention and praise.
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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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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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Rebecca V.

Great Sitter From An Animal Family

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
My entire life, we have had multiple animals in our house. With my mother working at an animal hospital, we frequently would foster animals ranging from kittens, to ducks, to bunnies. I currently have just a cat. for awhile I had a senior center going at my house. As there's been lots of life changes, I love watching other...

Care Member says "Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the most...

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Alexis W.

Part-Time Nanny + Babysitter

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello! My name is Alexis. I am a graduate of Benedictine University, earning my degree in Special Education. I have an extensive background working with children of all ages and diverse backgrounds. I am also CPR and First-Aid certified. As for me personally-I love cooking, walking everywhere with my dogs, going to museums,...

Kerry C. says "Alexis was an amazing caretaker for my children, E. and M., as well as my dog, Roxy! She always came right on time so I never had to worry about being late...

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Dominique F.

Your Pets Best Friend

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Pet walking
grooming
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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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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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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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 sitting
pet walking
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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Sammie H.

Housekeeper For Hire!

Brookfield, IL

4.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Window washing
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
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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Tracy N.

Dog Sitter And Tail Wagging Enthusiast

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! For all the dogs out there; woof! My name is Tracy and I am a dog-loving writer who works from home full-time. My assistant is my senior dog, Wrigley. He is a Australian Shepherd/Pointer mutt who loves to chill and go on long walks. He enjoys other dogs and humans very much. My dog is an all-around chill dude who...

Anna B. says "I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone else. I am BEYOND...

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Kristina S.

Pet Care

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
I love all animals, I have experience with bedridden after Spain surgery dog . I was training, massaging, walking, bathing, grooming , feeding . in 2008 I was finished Academy of dog grooming school. if you have interested please contact me, thank you

Care Member says "Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet. She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing :) Nice to find...

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Kimberly A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I can provide animal care for you when needed. I love to exercise, so walks are a plus. I'm a stay at home mom with a flexible schedule.
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.67/hr as of January 2026

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Riverside, IL

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

Savannah G.

Incredibly hard working. Fantastic cook. We had 5 girls in our care (all various ages between 5 and 13) when our car broke down on the way...

- Samantha C.

Annesley C.

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...

- Jennifer S.

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.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Riverside, IL

A local dog walker near you in Riverside, IL will cost you an average of $17.67 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 2026 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 3 dog walkers offering services in Riverside, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Riverside, 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 3 dog walkers near you in Riverside, 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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