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Grace D.

Animal Lover And CareGiver

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
I grew up having dogs and am a huge animal lover. I love dogs of all shapes and sizes, and have experience pet sitting in homes. I am unfortunately allergic to cats so am looking to watch dogs only. I miss living with a dog and am looking to spend some time with some sweet pups!
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Pet Sitter

McHenry, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am a college student home for the summer and am looking for some pet sitting jobs! I have had multiple pets since growing up in which I've cared for. I also have pet sit for a few neighbors of mine when they go out of town. I have my own transportation and would be willing to meet before hand if wanted. Feel free to...
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Part-time

Palatine, IL

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home! I have experience working in a dog and cat daycare/boarding facility. I worked with dogs and cats of multiple ages, breeds, sizes and personalities! I can also perform baths and light grooming. I'm currently a dog-sitter and have assisted numerous families. I provide services such as...
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Super Animal Lover!

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have had lots of different pets over my life time from hamsters to dogs and cats. I had 2 cats and 2 dogs at one time, but am down to only one cat :( My friends used to call me St. Francis Assisi because I was notoriously picking up the strays and finding them homes. I have done casual paid pet sitting for neighbors and...
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Looking For A Pet/house Sitter Over The Holidays?

Hoffman Estates, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello I am Megan, I just graduated this December from Illinois State University in Special Education! I looking for some safe Covid-19 friendly work before I get my teaching license in January. My family used to foster both cats and dogs and I have two senior bulldogs at home that require medication and other special care like...
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Part Time Pet Sitter

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I have cared for multiple pets throughout my life including dogs, cats, and reptiles. I can provide sitting in your home as well as mine. I love all animals no matter the age or size.
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Geneva, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as kind caring friendly I like working with animals because I've had pets all my life. I fostered for a lab rescue for 10 years in my Geneva home. I'm am looking to pet sit in your home , prefer sits for minimum 3 days. I've always owned or fostered dogs and cats. I've been sitting...
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Pet Sitter/Walker

Lake Zurich, IL

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$12/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hi! My name is Caroline and I am 19 years old. I'm love to pet sit and take care of dogs. I am able to board and drive. I do have 2 dogs at home Holly (12) and Pepper (5).
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I love animals and will treat your pet with compassion and care. I have my own cat, Kovu, and he is treated like a member of the family. I have experience with a variety of animals and can provide pet sitting in your home, check ins, dog walking, vet visit transportation, and general pet care.
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Roselle, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello my name is Victoria I'm an experienced pet sitter with a flexible schedule as a stay-at-home mom. I have reliable transportation and a genuine love for animals. I'm patient, caring, and dependable, ensuring your pets are in great hands!
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Specialized Small Pet Sitter

Hampshire, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
Hello! I've had multiple fish and hamsters over the past 10 years and right now I have a guinea pig. When living in my family home, I dog sat for large and small dogs as well. Reach out if you're in need of a pet sitter!
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Reliable Pet Sitter

West Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Fostered puppies for a local shelter for over 5 years. Have cared for cats since childhood. Have cats and dogs at home now. And, when my kids were little we had all kinds of critters in tanks, cages and aquariums!
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Bloomingdale, IL

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
hello, my name is Yuliia. I was born and raised in Ukraine. I am 27 years old and have a bachelor's degree in law. In Ukraine, I had 4 cats and 1 dog, I picked up all the animals from the street because I love animals very much. I also often took the pets of friends and neighbors for a break. I worked in a kindergarten for over...
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Saint Charles, IL

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$9/hr
10 years experience
I am a college student who loves animals, looking to make some extra money! I am a recent college graduate of Western Michigan University and have moved back home to Illinois to pursue getting my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. In my spare time, I work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as...
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Pet Care Giver

Bartlett, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have always had a strong love for animals and have always been the first person to run up to a dog when I see one. I have personally owned Hamsters, Dogs, Cats and Fish. I love any time I get to spend with an animal and go on runs with dogs and have successfully trained two. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs...
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Karen For You Pets

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
I LOVE animals. It was God's best creation. After all DOG is GOD spelled backwards, I have lived in Arlington Heights for over 25 years. I have two daughters in college, and my husband works from home. Buddy, our labradoodle, is a sweetie who is walked 3x/day, play time throughout the day, bully stick treats, fresh water...
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Wheeling, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have been dog sitting for over 5 years now. I absolutely love dogs and they love me right back! I am great about making sure that all your pet's needs are met, and that your home is kept secure and safe. I am willing and able to do walks, feeding, playing with, and staying overnights if necessary.
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I Love Animals!

Round Lake, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hello, neighbor! My name is Jackie. I'm 26, own my own car, and have TONS of experience with working with animals. I worked at a cage-free dog kennel for 2 years, and have since been doing dog walking and sitting intermittently. I am currently available full-time. However, beginning 6/1, I will have summer school classes on...
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Experienced Cat & Dogs Caretaker

Schaumburg, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I provide dog sitting and cat care in your own home. I am experienced with taking care of both cats and dogs from growing up with them and taking care of them on a daily basis. I absolutely love animals, and would be comfortable administering oral medications.
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Part Time Pet Care Giver

Schaumburg, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitter in your own Home or outdoor I Love pets, I am a nurse by profession since 2005, apart from medicine my passion is the animals I am very active, affectionate and responsable.
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  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of November 2025

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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