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Lindihana G.

Darien, IL

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Lindy. I am currently a stay at home mom to a 2-month-old and a 6-year-old. I am experienced with cats, dogs, and birds. I have grown up having pets my whole life. I currently have one cat named Peaches and have fostered 12 cats total for extended periods of time. I have some free time and was hoping to help...
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Pet Care

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I love all animals, I have experience with bedridden after Spain surgery dog . I was training, massaging, walking, bathing, grooming , feeding . in 2008 I was finished Academy of dog grooming school. if you have interested please contact me, thank you

Care Member says "Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet. She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing :) Nice to find...

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Palos Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Ariana and I am 28 years old. I am currently an academic advisor and I have a Masters degree. I have various experience ranging within the fields of administration, nonprofit, education, retail, etc. I have two dogs, a French Mastiff named Gru and a Pug mix named Buddy. During my spare time, I enjoy spending...

Kaitlin A. says "Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us...

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Great Sitter From An Animal Family

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
My entire life, we have had multiple animals in our house. With my mother working at an animal hospital, we frequently would foster animals ranging from kittens, to ducks, to bunnies. I currently have just a cat. for awhile I had a senior center going at my house. As there's been lots of life changes, I love watching other...

Care Member says "Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the most...

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Caring Dog/Cat Sitter

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Skye, and I grew up loving dogs and cats my whole life. During the beginning of the pandemic, I fostered four troubled dogs for over a year and a half. I acquired a lot of knowledge on how to housebreak and train with positive reinforcement, organize vet appointments, understand boundaries and make pet-friendly...

Mariam P. says "Lovely person! Really great at chopping vegetables! Very helpful :-) "

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Caring Vet Tech Available

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello, my name is Jess. I graduated vet tech school in 2009. I have been pet sitting for 10+ years. I look forward to hearing from you about watching your pets!

Care Member says "She was great. I would hire again. "

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Part Time Caregiver Available!

Brookfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
Hello, my name is Kristy! I graduated from NIU with my bachelors in communications. Since then I've been a nanny, dog walker, and a senior caretaker. I love not being tied down to just one job! Taking care of animals and people are my two biggest passions. I am very reliable, outgoing, kind, and genuine. I love to help anyone...

Michelle B. says "Kristy is amazing! She began helping us earlier this year & is such a hard worker & truly kind and sweet girl! She is communicative, prompt, and...

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Dog Sitter And Tail Wagging Enthusiast

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! For all the dogs out there; woof! My name is Tracy and I am a dog-loving writer who works from home full-time. My assistant is my senior dog, Wrigley. He is a Australian Shepherd/Pointer mutt who loves to chill and go on long walks. He enjoys other dogs and humans very much. My dog is an all-around chill dude who...

Anna B. says "I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone else. I am BEYOND...

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Pet Babysitter Who Loves Pets Available.

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I love animals. I'm very loving and patient. I have a beautiful cat of my own that I adore. Please let me know if you need any help with your animals, I'd be happy to help.
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Furry Babies Make Me Smile

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have been blessed in having taken care of furry babies and their families. Once I embrace your baby you can exhale knowing that your pet is being taken care of in a loving manner. I have been working diligently for 12 years in the western suburbs. Let's setup a meet and greet so I can help recognize what your needs are. I look...

Jane B. says "Anna is a wonderful resource. We have used her for pet sitting and house sitting. Excellent, reliable, polite, great communicator. We would recommend...

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Full Or Part Time Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Naperville, IL

3.7(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
My name is Katie and animals are a true passion of mine. For pet sitting/ dog walker, I am available all year round, 24/7, even on holidays. I offer boarding services as well as going to other people's homes to visit their pets. I am a non smoker.

Saba H. says "Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week cruises or a quick...

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Professional And Compassionate Full-time Pet Care Provider

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grooming
boarding
administration of medicine
I am only available for boarding rabbits. Rabbits must be spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations. I have extensive experience and run the oldest rabbit rescue in Illinois.

Christine H. says "Rachael was the best! I usually booked her when I went out-of-town, but she was also available for a couple of last-minute requests. It's rare to find...

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Uma M.'s Photo

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience in dog sitting and nannying. I love coming up with fun, educational activities and like to be active! I am also fluent in Spanish and can teach/tutor any STEM subject. I do short-term and long-term sitting and can provide references.

Gaby P. says "Uma is AMAZING!! She is very reliable, caring, kindhearted and responsible. She has babysat my little siblings and cousins when I wasn't able to. She has...

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Dog Sitter

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Natosha and I am currently an Administrative Assistant at a warehouse in Hanover Park. I am looking for part-time work pet sitting/walking for dogs. I work 8 a.m. To 5 PM, Monday through Friday and I am looking for flexible work hours in the early morning and evening during the work week. On the weekends, my schedule...

Sara M. says "We hired Tosha for walking our 3 dogs several times now. She is punctual, very dependable & most importantly our boys look forward to seeing her! Her...

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Excited To Meet New Furry Friends!

Bolingbrook, IL

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I am a full-time student at Lewis University working towards my Mathematics degree. I am looking for a flexible and low stress job to get me through the school year. I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and ambitious. I like working with animals because they are fun to be around and I enjoy the companionship....
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Denalia M.'s Photo

Woodridge, IL

from
$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I enjoy playing with dogs and love being around animals. Would love to help those indeed with their dogs :)!
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Rescue Dog Owner Looking To Help

La Grange, IL

from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I rescued my dog in August 2014 and helped her through heart worm and Lime Disease recovery. I can provide dog and/or cat sitting in your own home or mine. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
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Gabrielle Z.'s Photo

Homer Glen, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Gabrielle! I am 23 and I have a degree from Loyola University Chicago where I studied Neuroscience, Psych, and Sociology. I've had and cared for over 15 animals in my lifetime! So much so that our household was legally changed to TZZ. I feel like I connect with animals more than people most of the time! I am...
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Kavisha P.'s Photo

La Grange, IL

from
$15/hr
Hello, I love pets and I would love taking care of them! I am kind, caring and compassionate. Please reach out if interested.
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Jenna D.'s Photo

Woodridge, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Jenna, and I'm here to care for your pets like they're my own! I'm a lifelong animal lover with years of experience taking care of all types of pets from dogs and cats to small mammals and birds. I understand that every pet is unique, and I'm committed to providing personalized care tailored to their individual...
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.33/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Darien, IL

Pet Care in Darien, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Kristina S.

Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet. She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing...

- Care member

Ariana H.

Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house....

- Kaitlin A.

Rebecca V.

Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the...

- Care member

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Darien, IL

Pet care in Darien, IL includes a variety of services designed to help care for pets while owners are away or busy. Many pet owners compare provider profiles based on experience, availability, reviews, and the types of services offered to find the right fit for their pet. Exploring different pet care options can help you decide which service best fits your needs.

Pet care services in Darien, IL can include pet sitting, dog walking, boarding, drop-in visits, and basic pet supervision. Some providers may also offer additional support such as feeding, administering medication, or extended overnight care depending on the pet’s needs. A complete guide to pet care can help families better understand the full range of available services.

The average rate for pet care providers in Darien, IL on Care.com as of April, 2026 is $18.33 per hour. Costs can vary depending on the type of service, number of pets, frequency of care, and the provider’s experience.

Pet sitting and dog walking in Darien, IL both provide support for pets, but they serve different needs. Pet sitting typically involves longer visits or overnight care, while dog walking focuses on shorter visits for exercise and bathroom breaks. Many pet owners choose based on their schedule and their pet’s daily routine.

Pet owners in Darien, IL often hire pet care providers when they are traveling, working long hours, or need help maintaining their pet’s daily routine. Services can range from occasional visits to ongoing daily support depending on the pet’s needs.

Many pet care providers in Darien, IL have experience caring for multiple pets at once. Providers often adjust their approach based on the number of animals, their temperaments, and specific care requirements to ensure each pet is properly cared for. Building a strong relationship using tips for a pet caregiver relationship can help ensure consistent and reliable care.

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