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Elizabeth K.

Harvard, IL

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi, I'm Elizabeth. I offer pet boarding, sitting, and dog walking. I have grown up with pets around me including, dogs, cats, lizards, chickens, ducks, cows, and horses. I enjoy the company of animals and giving them the best lives possible. Friends and family always trust that their pets will get the best care while they are...
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Pet Sitter

McHenry, IL

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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LOVE ANIMALS!!

Huntley, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I love animals, all kinds of animals! I've had dogs all my life. I also network cats and dogs in need of homes on social media. Too many dogs and cats end up abandoned or in kill shelters so I try to help get them homes before they are killed. I would love to take care of your animals and treat them as my own. I have done pet...
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Roscoe, IL

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, my name is Kaitlin. I am 24 years old, and have been dog sitting since I was 16 years old. I graduated with my Bachelors degree in Nursing and am currently a mother/baby nurse. I love staying active and spending as much time outside as possible! I love being able to make your dogs happy at home by stopping over a few...
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Love Animals

Belvidere, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals - we have 3 dogs and 2 cats at home, all of them rescue and very friendly and if I could, I will rescue all. We have nice 2 acre land and plenty toys for our cats and dogs to play. I work only part time, so I will love to help others in need of pet sitter, walking or bording.
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have pet-sat for several families in different capacities, whether it be for set vacation time or a daily walk. I love pets of all kinds!
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Delavan, WI

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Embracing dog sitting has enriched my life in numerous ways. It allows me to spend quality time with dogs, providing them with companionship and care while their owners are away. This role offers flexibility, enabling me to manage my schedule and work from home. The joy of playing, walking, and bonding with different dogs brings...
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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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Dog Lover

Crystal Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog walking and sitting in your home. I love animals and have a dog (and a cat) of my own so, I know how important they are to you. I will make sure they are being taken care of and loved! I have past experience in dog sitting/walking. I became close with a family and their dog (a St. Bernard) and now he comes and has...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love caring for animals and making sure they get their needs met, whether that's a quick walk or eating at their specific times. I have 2+ of dog sitting/walking and I have 2 dogs of my own who are very loved at home! :)
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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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Huntley, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am a college student home for the summer, if anyone is looking for a dog sitter/dog walker this summer! I have grown up with dogs my whole life & am a huge animal lover!! I am located in huntley but willing to travel farther!

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  • 12 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $8.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Harvard

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Harvard, IL will cost an average of $8.00 per hour as of June 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 Harvard, 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 1 in home pet sitters in Harvard, IL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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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