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BRIANA T.

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...
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Love Taking Care Of Dogs And Taking Them For Long Walks.

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Karina S.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a 3-year-old German shepherd/ husky mix. Loves to go out for walks and spend time outdoors.
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Juvona M.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hiiii I'm Juvona, an 18-year-old animal lover with a ton of experience in pet care. I've taken care of everything from playful puppies to chilled-out cats and even some exotic pets. Whether it's feeding, walking, or just giving them lots of love and attention, I'm your go-to person. I'm patient, reliable, and can communicate...
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Emily C.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Elbia D.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Ryssa D.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Boarding
grooming
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Ryssa! I've always loved being around animals and have experience caring for both dogs and cats. Along with daily routines like feeding, walks, and playtime, I'm also comfortable administering medication to pets who need extra care. I'm responsible, dependable, and treat every pet as if they were my own making sure they...
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Breana P.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Eleisy D.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
I have grow with animals my whole life, I have two cats one boy and girl and there my world and I would do anything for them. I'm the type of person if I see an animal walking I have to pet it, and I'm always feeding animals in the street.
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Antonette P.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
I love animals they will have the love care all the play time in the world I love taking them on walks or 2 the park
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Pet Sitting/ Walking

Zion, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am Pet CPR certified. I have owned and fostered pets my entire life. I am very passionate about animals.
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Nicole Z.'s Photo

Libertyville, IL

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I'm an animal lover with hands-on experience in dog walking, overnight care, and cat sitting through the professional dog-walking . I'm also open to caring for other animals and, since I have no allergies, I'm happy to help with a variety of pet needs. This work is the perfect balance for me--I get to continue my studies...
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Lesly C.'s Photo

Gurnee, IL

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
My name is Lesly . I am 21 years old . I have two dogs who I love like they are my kids. I love being around dogs. I have some experience with dog walking and sitting overnight
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I Miss Dog Walking, Sitting

Zion, IL

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had several job taking care of dogs, cats. I enjoyed the experience and fell in love with each animal. My jobs were feeding the animals, cleaning the poop boxes, walking the dogs, I trained the dogs to go into their beds before I left. I gave them a carrot for obeying. I never had to tell them to go to their beds. I also...
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Love Dogs And Cats- No Aggressive Pets

Gurnee, IL

from
$21/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I will happily walk, spend time with, pet brush and feed your fury friend(s). I prefer dogs and cats; however, I would be open to caring for other pets.
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Jordan H.'s Photo

Pet Sitter/ Walker

Gurnee, IL

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi all! I'd love to help out a few families in need of pet sitting, walking, etc. I have 2 dogs and 2 cats of my own. I have experience caring for elderly pets and those with special needs. Please reach out with any questions, thank you!
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Taylor R.'s Photo

Dog Walker/sitter

Lake Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience with dogs and have grown up with them my whole life. I'm available in May and June to help walk or in-home babysit your pups.
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Miguel R.'s Photo

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a very calm and respectful person, polite, I love animals I enjoy hanging out with them, walking them, taking care of them and giving them a lot of affection and love. I was a dog sitter in Buenos Aires, Argentina for a year and I thought it was incredible this job gives me a lot of happiness and beautiful energy. I don't...
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Hello Family's, I'm Looking For My Future Pet Care! Feel Free To Send Me Any Questions!

Lake Forest, IL

from
$20/hr
I'd describe my personality as friendly, funny and creative I like working with animals because I grew up with dogs and hamsters haha, my parents have always been pat lovers, I grew up with two dogs that are the love of my life! And now that I'm far from home I miss feeling the love of a pet in my daily routine! I'm looking...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.55/hr as of September 2025

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Waukegan, IL

A local dog walker near you in Waukegan, IL will cost you an average of $16.55 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of September 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 11 dog walkers offering services in Waukegan, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Waukegan 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 Waukegan 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 Waukegan, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Waukegan, 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 11 dog walkers near you in Waukegan, 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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