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Erika M.

Pet Care For You Vacation Needs Or Emergency Situations.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 13 families in your area

Pet sitting

pet walking

I will also walk your dog until all your "business" is finished. Waste pick up, of course. Cold weather, rain, snow, heat, I will be there for your pet. Long walks are not an issue. I have one dog, a Pit bull named Thor. We rescued him in July of 09. *Fish care per your instruction. *Cats, I love them. Liter box cleaned every...

Care Member says "Erika was great! Communication was excellent and she was so good with maddux! Would hire again! "

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Norma B.

Dog Boarding And Pet Care.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

10 years experience

Administration of medicine

boarding

pet walking

I provide dog sitting in my home when the dog parent are away on vacations, prefer small dogs and I can take maximum of 2 at a time. I have 10+ years of experience, taking care multiple pets including my own. I love animals and while under my care they will receive baths, brushing of teeth and tons of love. I will care for your...

Mia M. says "Norma has been an unusually caring pet sitter, who has greatly exceeded expectations. She has a deep love for animals. Norma has a high level of...

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Safiyeh U.

Caring, Gentle And Kind, I Love Large And Small Pets Alike!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

Hello there! My name is Safiyeh and I have owned and taken care of dogs and smaller pets like rabbits for many years and would love to play with and care for your precious furry friends! I have never met a pet I didn't like and who didn't come to trust me as I am soft spoken and very gentle. I am happy to walk, feed, groom,...

Katerina S. says "Safiyeh is a compassionate caregiver who watched my dog Sasha occasionally when I traveled for work. Sasha can be a nervous dog so we both really...

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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 sitting

pet walking

pet transportation

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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Kimberly R.

Pet Lover In The City

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $21/hr

1 year experience

Administration of medicine

pet transportation

daily feeding

pet walking

pet sitting

I have owned Cats my whole life and currently own 4 cats and 1 dog. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.

Leslie G. says "Kim is great with animals! She likes to play, she will snuggle with them, she takes great walks/ hike adventures with dogs, & she's able to use a variety...

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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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Lashanna H.

Dog Sitter/Housekeeper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

3 years experience

Administration of medicine

pet walking

boarding

pet sitting

daily feeding

I played with dogs, took them on walks, and to dogs park while owners were out of town. I also did housekeeping while staying in the home.

Care Member says "LaShanna is an amazing cat caregiver. Even when pets require extra care or medication, she is wonderful with them. She is trustworthy, loving, and...

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Jaclyn M.

Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

4 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

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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Tavion D.

Part-Time Dog Sitter & Walker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Pet sitting

pet walking

grooming

Hi, I'm Tavi! Growing up surrounded by dogs has fueled my passion for dogs of all sizes and species. I provide attentive and loving care for your pets while you're away, treating them as if they were my own. I offer dog sitting in your home, and boarding, along with walks, baths, and light grooming. I look forward to meeting you...

Care Member says "Her overall care for Rico was amazing, she made sure he was walked on time fed on time, and even played with him. When it was cold she made sure he had...

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Lace M.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Pet sitting

pet walking

I love animals and have been taking care of dogs and cats for 10 years. I am able to dog sit and cat sit in your home and stay overnight if needed.

Jessica B. says "Lace was wonderful with our sweet, old pup! She stayed at our house for a week and made us feel like our dog was well taken care of and safe. She...

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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

Administration of medicine

pet sitting

pet walking

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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Alyssa H.

Friendly Neighborhood Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

Pet sitting

pet walking

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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Adia D.

Animal Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

3 years experience

Administration of medicine

grooming

dog training

boarding

pet walking

+ 1 more

My name is Adia and I truly love our furry friends. I will provide in home sitting as well as boarding for when you're out of town! I've had over 14 pets myself including 4 dogs, birds, turtles... you name it! I'm an experienced volunteer from countless hours at humane societies, and I truly feel pets are our babies! I love dogs...

Jennifer S. says "Adia has brought order to my home! She does all the things the housekeeping service can't/won't do and she does them faster than I ever could. I get to...

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Katherine B.

Experienced & Enthusiastic Pet-Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

7 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

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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Cassidy M.

In-Home Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

Administration of medicine

pet sitting

pet walking

I offer in-home, short and long term pet sitting. I have been a pet sitter throughout all of high school. I have worked with small animals up to multiple horses for weeks at a time!

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Athena R.

Dog Loving Student Available For Pet Sitting (experienced)

Chicago, IL

from: $10/hr

1 year experience

Boarding

pet sitting

pet walking

I'm Athena - a multimedia artist, enthusiastic home cook, and nature lover with a big heart for caregiving. I offer compassionate and creative care for toddlers and school-aged children, along with pet sitting and household help like cooking and running errands. Spending time with kids brings me genuine joy - I believe their...

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Madeleine H.

Responsible College Sophomore Looking To Pet Sit

Chicago, IL

from: $17/hr

3 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

Hi, I am a student at Northwestern. I am living off-campus in Evanston and am looking to make some money as a pet sitter. I can provide dog walking and pet sitting for any animals. I have pet sit for my neighborhood at home including cats, dogs, and reptiles. I love all animals and can do any kind of care. I have a dog at home...

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Anna C.

Anna Has Experience Pet sitting And Is Comfortable With All Pets

Chicago, IL

from: $15/hr

1 year experience

Administration of medicine

pet sitting

pet walking

This fall I will begin my senior year at Kenyon College where I am majoring in Economics with two minors in Art History and French respectively. I have always felt a deep sense of connection and love for animals. Nothing makes me happier than seeing a happy pet! Back at home, I have a pit bull, a cat, a rabbit, and a dwarf...

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Trisha L.

Pet Sitter/walker/caretaker

Chicago, IL

from: $16/hr

Administration of medicine

pet transportation

pet sitting

dog training

pet walking

I am an animal lover at my core. I have cared for dogs, cats, and horses of my friends and family including walks, feeding, grooming, medication management, behavior training, and promotion of play and socialization. I am willing to provide all the aforementioned services, and more, just ask! I would love the opportunity to work...

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Julie S.

Chicago, IL

from: $17/hr

10 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

pet transportation

I am more than willing to take your pup for a nice long walk and I will also provide dog sitting in your own home. II love dogs of all sizes and ages, I fell into dog sitting and walking through my years of nannying and the families ended up asking me to care for the pups when the human kiddos were too old to need my nannying...

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147 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.57/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated home pet sitting is 4.9

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

Home Pet Sitting in Chicago, IL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews of the 147 listed home pet sitting

Erika M.

Erika was great! Communication was excellent and she was so good with maddux! Would hire again!

- Care member

Norma B.

Norma has been an unusually caring pet sitter, who has greatly exceeded expectations. She has a deep love for animals. Norma has a high...

- Mia M.

Safiyeh U.

Safiyeh is a compassionate caregiver who watched my dog Sasha occasionally when I traveled for work. Sasha can be a nervous dog so we both...

- Katerina S.

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Chicago

In 2026, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Chicago, IL?

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Chicago, IL will cost an average of $17.57 per hour as of January 2026. 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.

How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Chicago, IL?

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Chicago, 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 147 in home pet sitters in Chicago, IL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Chicago, IL?

In home pet sitters in Chicago, 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.

How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Chicago, IL?

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Chicago, 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.

Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Chicago, IL?

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Chicago, 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.

Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Chicago, IL

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Hire Pet Sitters in Chicago, IL

Erika M.

Pet Care For You Vacation Needs Or Emergency Situations.

Norma B.

Dog Boarding And Pet Care.

Safiyeh U.

Caring, Gentle And Kind, I Love Large And Small Pets Alike!

Annesley C.

Kimberly R.

Pet Lover In The City

Sophie M.

Lashanna H.

Dog Sitter/Housekeeper

Jaclyn M.

Pet Sitter

Tavion D.

Part-Time Dog Sitter & Walker

Lace M.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Lauren J.

Part-Time Pet Caretaker And Dog Walker

Alyssa H.

Friendly Neighborhood Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Adia D.

Animal Lover!

Katherine B.

Experienced & Enthusiastic Pet-Sitter

Cassidy M.

In-Home Pet Sitter

Athena R.

Dog Loving Student Available For Pet Sitting (experienced)

Madeleine H.

Responsible College Sophomore Looking To Pet Sit

Anna C.

Anna Has Experience Pet sitting And Is Comfortable With All Pets

Trisha L.

Pet Sitter/walker/caretaker

Julie S.

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

Erika M.

Norma B.

Safiyeh U.

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Chicago

In 2026, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Chicago, IL?

How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Chicago, IL?

What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Chicago, IL?

How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Chicago, IL?

Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Chicago, IL?

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