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Nicole R.

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I currently have 4 dogs of my own. A Labrador, Whippet and 2 chihuahua's. Prior, to my adopting my four, I had a fur baby who had to be put down due to severe epilepsy. I can handle an epileptic situation and administer medication. I'm comfortable around all dogs and cats. I've grown up with German Shepherds, Dobermans and Pit...

Janis D. says "Nicole has been a very big help to our family. She had helped my 87 year old mother with her Dr apps and general household help. Nicole is a compassionate,...

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Sophia G.

Part-Time Pet Sitter

Hampshire, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I can provide pet sitting in your own home. Experienced cat and dog sitter with great references. Also am able to dog walk.
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Lorraine G.

Animal Lover Seeks Pets to Care For!

Glendale Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Dependable Pet Sitter with 10 years of experience providing in-home care to dogs, cats and other various animals. Patient and kind individual skillful in administering needed medications and observing pets for changes. In-depth knowledge of animal feeding and eating habits. Attentive Pet Sitter committed to keeping owners...

Mark C. says "I hired Lorraine for pet care. She was very easy to work with, dependable, and communicative. I plan to use her again and would definitely recommend her!"

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Elyse M.

Part Time Caregiver!

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
administration of medicine
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I provide pet sitting in your home! I have experience dog walking, dog training, and have a lot of experience with puppies! I can give baths and grooming as well as walking and playing. I also have experience with cats, I've had my own cat for 11 years. I can clean liter boxes and groom
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Karan K.

Animal and House Sitter

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
My love of animals started on the first day I was brought home from the hospital and my first two dogs used to take turns staying by my side. To me, our pets are family. This passion for animals started with my grandfather who passed it on to my mother who then passed this love on to me. I cannot think of a house without having...

Arlene D. says "Karan is dependable and trustworthy. My dog who had trust issues took to her right away. I never had to worry about the care he received when he was with...

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Jennifer M.

Pet Sitter

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher (background checked), animal lover, and former Lincoln Park Zoo Docent available for pet sitting. In addition, I was a vet tech before going to college with over 20 years experience in pet sitting. I am available for in-home dog boarding or at my home. My minimum rate is $42 a day to 50 dollars per day....

Bob G. says "Jennifer recently made twice daily visits to watch our three cats for a 6 day vacation. We really were able to enjoy our vacation because it was obvious that...

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Evelyn G.

Mundelein, IL

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm happy to dog sit in your home or drop in for walks. Whatever is preferred. Feel free to message me for any specific requests.
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Maria L.

Part-time Care; FULL Time LOVE!

Wheeling, IL

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
I am currently working as a dog walker, and a regular dog sitter! I am very comfortable with pets, and I am comfortable pet sitting in your home, and I also am available to house dogs in my own home! I have had a dog walking and care taking experience of seven years, and has been one of the greatest joys and experience!
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Mariana L.

South Elgin, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I've had experience over the last couple of years taking care of pets for friends. I'm especially good with cats as I owe a couple but have had experience with working with larger dogs as well.
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Peyton M.

Looking For A Part Time Pet Sitting Job!

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
I am open to providing dog/cat sitting in your home and also dog walking services. While most of my past service experiences have been with children, I have always been an animal lover. I have grown up with dogs all my life and recently rescued a beautiful pit bull from waukegan animal control! I love animals of all breeds,...
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Kristin B.

Experienced Pet Sitter Ready To Give Your Pet The Love And Attention They Need In Your Absence. My Home Or Yours.

Saint Charles, IL

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been taking care of animals my whole life. I have personally always had cats, dogs, guinea pigs and birds. I worked for a pet sitting company for a year and did daily walks, exercise and care to many dogs and cats. I am available to come by and make daily visits or walks as needed in your absence. I also welcome your...
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Emili Aleksandra G.

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Experienced dog and cat sitter with a background in home-based pet care before joining Compassionate Love Day Care in Wheeling, IL. I've cared for animals of all kinds and was previously a proud, dedicated owner of dogs, cats, and chickens. I ensure safe exercise through supervised walks and playtime, always prioritizing comfort...
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Addison G.

Responsible, Experienced Pet/house Sitter

Saint Charles, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Addison and I'm 22. I'm currently going to school and working at a nursing home. I've house sat and pet sat for several families who would all say I am responsible and reliable! I can provide references, am nonsmoking, have my own transportation, and love animals! Let's chat!
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Tracy H.

I Love Animals And Would Be Happy To Help You With Yours (all Except Snakes)

Schaumburg, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I will be happy to take any animals you have (except snakes.) I can do daily visits and or overnight.
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Sue E.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Marengo, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting for various animals. Dogs, cats, horses, cows, goats, sheep. I can give basic first aid, shots, grooming and mostly cuddles. I'm experienced horse person and raised on a farm. I've had two large black labs for 17 years each and they died of old age. :( I'm currently home during break from UK from April 4-...
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Colleen B.

Dog Care

Mount Prospect, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Colleen, and I'm a PE and Health Teacher, and I have a very good male, shihtzu at home. Both my daughters are adults, and one lives with me part-time, and takes the dogs out mid-day, and I feed them and take them out morning and evening times. I am dog sitting for two dogs over spring break 2025, which is indicative...
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Linda L.

Animal Lover

Grayslake, IL

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
dog training
I have had cats and dogs all my life. Lots of cats and dogs! At one time we had 3 dogs and 8 cats. We've always opened our home to stray animals and hard luck stories. We had 2 dogs pass away within the last year an 18-year-old black lab and a 17-year-old whippet. We are currently fostering dogs we rescued from a high kill...
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Mary Jane S.

Bloomingdale, IL

from
$10/hr
Grooming
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. Grew up working as a volunteer for a local animal organization caring for dogs of all sizes.
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Michelle H.

Pet Care Needs

Marengo, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am able to provide pet sitting and pet care services in your home. I have had dogs my entire life and cats for over 8 years. I understand how important it is for you pet to feel comfortable when you aren't able to be there to let them out, feed them, throw a toy around with them, and care for them for an afternoon or days on...
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Sami S.

Palatine, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide dog sitting in your home, regular scheduled walks and just about anything your pet will need! I have been around animals my entire life ranging in all sizes. Im comfortable with all breeds and handle animals very well. Hope I can help!
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of November 2025

Recent home pet sitting reviews from local parents in Algonquin, IL

Home Pet Sitting in Algonquin, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting

Nicole R.

Nicole has been a very big help to our family. She had helped my 87 year old mother with her Dr apps and general household help. Nicole is a...

- Janis D.

Lorraine G.

I hired Lorraine for pet care. She was very easy to work with, dependable, and communicative. I plan to use her again and would definitely...

- Mark C.

Karan K.

Karan is dependable and trustworthy. My dog who had trust issues took to her right away. I never had to worry about the care he received...

- Arlene D.

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Algonquin

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Algonquin, IL will cost an average of $17.50 per hour as of November 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Algonquin, IL on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 2 in home pet sitters in Algonquin, IL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Algonquin, IL can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Algonquin, IL, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Algonquin, IL. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.

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