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Autumn D.

Pet Sitter

McHenry, IL

from
$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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Karan K.

Animal and House Sitter

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Nicole R.

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Nathalie J.

Crystal Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
Helpful, Considerate, Dependable I started working with animals as a side gig when I would babysit I would build relationships with families and their pets. I would start house sitting for vacations and trips which included: puppies, older dogs, some cats, fish, lizards, and even some times chickens In my spare time, I like...
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Samantha M.

Part-time Dog Sitter

Crystal Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. My experience of taking care of pets I have been helping foster dogs for 10 years. I've also dog-sat for the last 5 years and dog-walked. I have also helped train aggressive dogs I love all dogs and ages.
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Brooklynne F.

Crystal Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
boarding
Hi there! I'm a responsible and loving pet sitter who treats every animal like family. I have a 1-year-old Staffy who's super friendly, gentle, and loves to play with other dogs(I can 100% keep them separate if preferred). I offer a safe, caring home environment for your pet and understand how important it is to leave them with...
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Rebecca M.

Dog Lover

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
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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Jacquelin H.

Crystal Lake, IL

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Jillian S.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
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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Chasity C.

Pet Sitter/walker

Wonder Lake, IL

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
grooming
I'm an animal lover, I grew up on a farm and have plenty of experience taking care of all types of animals. I am a stay at home Mom so I have a pretty open availability. I have two dogs and two cats of my own. Please let me know if you have any questions at all. I look forward to meeting your fur babies.
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Jacquelyn M.

I Love Animals!

Round Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
+ 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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Caroline S.

Crystal Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I have 2 shelties at home that I love dearly. I have been a pet sitter a handful of times and have been told that I am a calm and responsible pet sitter. I love to go on walks and will happily play fetch or frisbee with your pup! For kitty owners, I will give love and affection to your cat. I love to take pictures so...
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Meriyanna S.

Crystal Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I'm a 28-year-old non-smoker and an animal lover. I own who I rescued 6 months ago, 5 fish, and I owned a bearded dragon growing up. I do however have a severe allergy to cats. I also offer house sitting services, including: Collecting mail/packages Watering plants Taking out trash/recycling Keeping your home secure and tidy...
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Katelyn Z.

Pet Sitter

Barrington, IL

5.0(0)
from
$50/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have provided animal care for dogs, cats, turtles, fish, and hamsters. I have 5+ years of doing this. I offer walking and feeding for the animals. I love animals of any sizes and ages. I also offer overnight care at your home. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Raina W.

Pet-sitter And Animal Care Provider

Libertyville, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Raina, and I have experience caring for multiple family's pets in their homes. I enjoy caring for animals and am very active. I am happy to play with your pets, walk dogs, etc. I am comfortable with feeding and following whatever instructions you have in the care for your animal companions! I am available for both...
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Evelyn G.

Mundelein, IL

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
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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Melissa K.

Dundee, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
My name is Melissa and I have been dog sitting since middle school. At a younger age, my mom helped a lot, but as I grew up, I eventually took it up on my own. I would say on my own it has been about 8 years. I have watched dogs as small as a daushand to as big as a lab. I would be willing to watch larger dogs as well. I do live...
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April K.

Full-time Pet Sitter Extraordinaire

Wadsworth, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
grooming
daily feeding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I have pet sat for families of miniature labradoodles, Great Pyrenees, cats, bunnies, and much more! I have stayed in peoples homes with their animals while they were away on holiday for up to 3 weeks at a time. In the Chicagoland area as well as the suburbs of Denver. References avai upon request
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Danielle K.

Pet Care Provider

Lake Villa, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I am extreme animal lover with years of experience of pet care. At home, I care for both a dog and a cat whom I've had for over 12 years. I've always had a natural connection with animals, and caring for them gives me a great sense of purpose. I'm a junior in college, and my freshman year I studied pre-vet, and shadowed at a...
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Nicole W.

Lake Geneva, WI

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for a year. Will stay over night at your house preferably if need be as I have a younger cat at home. I can also do drop ins to check on and feed pets. Light housekeeping and poop clean up if needed.
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  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in McHenry

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in McHenry, IL will cost an average of $25.00 per hour as of December 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 McHenry, 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 McHenry, IL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in McHenry, 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 McHenry, 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 McHenry, 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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