Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Elgin, IL
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60 pet care are listed in Elgin, IL
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Elgin, IL
Mikayla T.
Elgin, IL
$14-20/hr
I grew up with a plethora of animals and finally decided it would be nice to assist with animals on the side of my normal job.
I have taken care of my parents 4 dogs a lot with other pets of family members as well.
Mikayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jenny. I live in Campton Hills with my fiancée and 3 dogs. My daughter is a freshman in college and I'm adjusting to being an empty nester! Currently I'm working as a teacher in Naperville - this is my 23rd year - but looking for extra work to stay busy and help pay for college expenses!
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Gretchen V.
Saint Charles, IL
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter & Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks & Pet Care. Occasional & Last Minute Care Too!
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dog lover, rescuer & foster. Comfortable with all types of dogs-big or small! I am experienced with administering medication including IM and sub cu injectables. I'm dependable, responsible and ALL ABOUT the dogs. I have excellent local references.
Gretchen can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience in the animal field. I can provide your pet with getting them out of boredom and loneliness while your gone or I can just add addition exercise to there daily routine. Every pet I care for becomes like its my own family. They will get no less than my own pets. I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet...
Enrika can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming
5.0
"Enrika is highly reliable and knowledgeable. Her past experience as a vet tech makes her a top candidate for your related needs. 10/10 recommend and will hire again!"
Brigita K.
Sharayah G.
Bloomingdale, IL
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Have Been A Pet Owner For Over 18 Years And An Animal Lover My Entire Life
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With my services, a client can rest assured that their pet is being well cared for by someone who is responsible, attentive, kind, and trustworthy.
Being a pet owner myself I truly understand the significance of entrusting your pet to someone, with that in mind know that I will take care of your pet just as I would my own with...
Sharayah can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Hired for pet care and child care. Very calm and great with our dog and son."
Lauren S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had several different types of pets throughout my 30-40 years. Ranging from turtles iguanas bearded dragons snakes fish of many types ponds cats dogs rabbits pretty much any type of animal I'm willing to take care of. As I have worked in the school districts and special need programs I am palm printed with the state. Not...
Tamara can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Renee N.
Bloomingdale, IL
$14-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals. I've always had a pet. Grew up with a Doberman pincher. So I'm used to big dogs. I have 2 cats and they are my babies. I'm in an apartment and dogs not allowed until many residents are getting dogs cause they are emotional support dogs from approval of a doctor. So I have just been approved for a dog so I'm very...
Renee can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is very friendly dependable She took care of our dog for 10 days. She took him for long walks end fed him. She even send us pictures of our dog and write to us while we were gone I would definitely recommend Renee to take care your dog."
Jolanta F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Christina, most people call me Snow White because of how good I am with animals. I have been a huge animal lover since I was a child. I have rescued/fostered animals for over 15 years! Animals are truly my world. I own two cats of my own, Prince and Nidus and they are both rescues as well. I can assure you your little...
Christina can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Christina was a nanny primarily to our daughter, and also to our 3 boys for approximately 1.5 years until our daughter entered Pre-K. She always proved to be involved and occupy our daughter and keep our 3 boys accountable for chores and various tasks when they...
Katie E.
Jeanette S.
Saint Charles, IL
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I am a dog lover! I've grown up with dogs and we currently have one dog at this time. I've help friends care for other pets also. Recently I've helped care for miniature ponies, and cats.
Jeanette can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I knew my dog was in good hands. She cared for my dog like her own."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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!
Katelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hailey C.
Saint Charles, IL
$15-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Hailey and i'm a senior in high school! I'm very outgoing, friendly, and reliable. I have a 13-year-old dog named Rocky who is my best friend. As well as two cats! I've grown up loving animals with my whole heart! :)
Hailey can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Natalia L.
Gilberts, IL
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My life as I remember it was connected with animals-saving and taking care of them. I'm a passionate animal lover. I rescued a lot of them and own 2 wonderful dogs.
I love them and they love me back)
I'm very responsible and follow directions seriously and carefully.
Feel free to ask any questions you are interested in. Have...
Natalia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Adrienne and I am available for pet care, cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, and organization.
I am an experienced certified veterinary nurse looking to help the local community. I have 10+ years of experience in the veterinary medicine. A big part of vet med is cleaning and organizing.
My vet experience is...
Adrienne can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Adrienne is awesome! We hired her for a long weekend, and she stayed at our house. We have 3 dogs and 1 cat, and they all took to her immediately. She was very attentive, detail oriented, and kept us informed during our trip. We loved getting pictures while we...
Debi C.
Sarah S.
Bartlett, IL
$12-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a dog of my own. He is 11 years old. I want to become a dog trainer so I am looking into dog training jobs.
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of 4 boys and I have 2 amazing cats. They are my life. I love animals even the wild ones and especially squirrels. I grew up having a Doberman pincher. He really was just the sweetest thing. I'm not intimidated by big dogs. I love my job taking care of animals. I have patients and compassion for animals. I'm not...
Renee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding & more
5.0
"We had such a great experience with Renee! If you are on the fence for whatever reason - have no doubt that Renee will exceed your expectations. We connected with Renee to take care of our 10-year old pitbull/husky mix of a span 4-5 days. As soon as my dog met her,...
Care member
5.0
(7)
I have been house sitting and pet sitting for five years. I have experience with dogs, including two or three at a time, cats, birds, turtles, and other small animals. I love animals and taking care of them. Dogs are my favorite. I love taking long walks and playing out in the yard. I have two dogs myself and love taking care of...
Elisabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Liz is wonderful to work with. Our son needed extra help with Algebra and Organization Skills. Liz jumped in and provided high energy, high compassion tutoring and encouragement. She had him using his planner more often to capture his assignments and to plan ahead...
Patti Anne A.
5.0
(1)
I love pets, my heart melt when I am around them ! I have been around them my whole life .. They can't be in better hands when they need an extra companion.
Looking to help community with this additional task and try to make some extra money on my free time .
Andrea can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals! I believe they are family members and require an abundance of fun play and love. I have a 9-year-old Maltese and 12-year-old Carin Terrier.
Holly can also help with: Pet walking
Sharayah G.
Bloomingdale, IL
$15-29/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been a pet owner for over 18 year and an animal over my own nature life.
With my services, a client can rest assure that their pet is being well cared for by someone who is responsible, attentive, kind, and trustworthy.
Being a pet owner myself I truly understand the significance of entrusting your pet to someone,...
Sharayah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I hired Sharayah originally to do some general housekeeping, and she did a wonderful job! After getting to know her a bit more, and finding out that she also had experience caring for pets I booked her for dog sitting. Whenever I go out of town or know I will be...
Crystal K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals they have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up riding horses at many different farms with my two childhood dogs and have taken care of each one of them with love. I currently have a pet pig named Wilbur and two bunnies named Bugs Bunny and Lola and a dog named Natsu they are my whole...
Bryonna can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Bryonna was able to help us out during a family emergency. Since I'm in a different state I was very stressed about finding immediate care for my son's cat. Bryonna stepped up to the place with grace, humor, and a very kind heart. I felt immediate trust and kitty...
Matthew S.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Elgin, IL
Enrika K.
5.0
Enrika is highly reliable and knowledgeable. Her past experience as a vet tech makes her a top candidate for your related needs. 10/10 recommend and will hire again!
- Brigita K.
Sharayah G.
5.0
Hired for pet care and child care. Very calm and great with our dog and son.
- Lauren S.
Renee N.
5.0
My dog has flourished under Renee's care. He has issues that make him very anxious and distrustful of strangers. But she's worked with him, and she's so caring with animals that he's relaxed a lot.
She goes the extra mile when she plays with him. He's come to love her in a very short time!
- Anne W.
Christina B.
5.0
Christina was a nanny primarily to our daughter, and also to our 3 boys for approximately 1.5 years until our daughter entered Pre-K. She always proved to be involved and occupy our daughter and keep our 3 boys accountable for chores and various tasks when they got home from school. She made sure...
- Katie E.
Jeanette S.
5.0
I knew my dog was in good hands. She cared for my dog like her own.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Elgin, IL
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Elgin, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $13.78 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Elgin, IL?
There are 41 pet care providers in Elgin, IL offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Elgin or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Elgin, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Elgin, IL such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Elgin, IL for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Elgin, IL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Elgin, IL such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Elgin, IL for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Elgin, IL?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Elgin, IL, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Elgin, IL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Elgin, IL, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.