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Leslie V.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently in school studying finance, but I love animals and kids, I have 3 dogs, 1 kitten and 1 leopard gecko! I've been dog walking for about seven months now and it's always a good time! I love seeing all the different dog breeds :)

Nicholas L. says "We hired Leslie to house-sit with our 3 dogs and 1 cat for 4 days while visiting family. She took great care of the animals and our home! Could not have...

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Pet Caregiver

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I love furry babies and would love to help you out with yours. I have nannied for many families where the duties included pet care. I am comfortable around animals. However, I do have a slight intolerance to cats. I can provide transportation, walking, feeding, and other caring services.
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Pet Lover

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
pet walking
I've owned a cat, a few fish and am now a proud owner of a dog. I have years of experience as an owner to the pets listed above.
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Lovely Pet Sitter

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I'm a caring and reliable pet sitter with a genuine love for animals. With several years of experience caring for dogs, cats, and small pets, I provide personalized attention to ensure your furry family members feel safe, loved, and happy while you're away. Whether it's walks, playtime, feeding, or medication, I treat each...
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Pet Walker/Caregiver

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Evelyn a patient, dependable, and understanding dog owner with a lifelong experience around animals. I grew up with large dogs (including a 100+ pound gentle giant) and now care for my own 9-year-old reactive pup, having completed a training class to better support his needs. I've walked dogs, cared for friends' cats,...
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Nanny

Elmhurst, IL

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm 30 years old. Born and grew up in Elmhurst but currently live in Lombard. I have had grown up with dogs since I was 3 years old. I been working in animal care the past 6 years. 10 months at a doggie daycare and boarding and 4 at an animal hospital. I mainly have experience taking care of dogs and cats. I will take care of...
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A Furry Friend Nanny!

Elmhurst, IL

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Lourdes an I want to be your pets new best friend. With years of experience owning pets and a deep love for all my furry friends! I am reliable, caring, and will make sure your pet gets plenty of play time. Also expect daily updates and cute photos of your fur baby!
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Carly G.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$28/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a huge animal lover! I've had dogs my whole life and my husband and I have a dog of our own! I love all animals!
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I'm The Sitter For You.

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Antonio and I have had the privilege of being surrounded by dogs since I was only 7 years old. I have experience with all breeds of dogs and am familiar with all behaviors, whether it be shy and nervous, or crazy and high energy. I currently own an Australian Shepherd whippet mix who I love to walk, bathe, and...
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Elena G.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Hello! I have two cats and have always taken care of my family friends' animals. I'm very active and enjoy being around animals of all shapes and sizes!
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Rachel S.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Rachel and I absolutely love animals! I have 3 cats and 1 dog at home. I have experience taking care of cats by cleaning their litter box, feeding, and also giving them lots of love and pets while their owners are away! I have experience taking care of dogs by giving them walks, feeding, giving baths, and...
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Julia F.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi there! I'm Julia, a speech-language pathologist with a graduate degree and several years of experience providing dependable care to families through care. com. I'm now excited to extend my services to cat sitting, something that's also very close to my heart. I'm a lifelong cat lover to my black-and-white girly, Gracie, whom...
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Maureen L.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs! I have a full time job that I work remotely Monday through Friday from home in elmhurst. Looking to pick up a part time job doing something I enjoy in the neighborhood.
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Tricia L.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love pets and I would love to help you care for yours. I have owned lots of animals, and different kinds of pets over the years. So I have many years of experience taking care of animals. Thank you
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Nevaeh S.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals, I've cared for them since I was little. I've cared for a bunny, dogs, and cats. My boyfriend had a pet snake that I love! I've had different pets in my life, and I just brought home a baby cat! I love nature and going on walks. Availability is different from what is shown, text me for availability!!!
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Payton Z.'s Photo

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Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up with a house full of animals. We had dogs, birds, fish, and others! Along with living with animals, I've pet sat for a few years.
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Baetina R.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
grooming
+ 1 more
Hello My name is Baetina I'm a current college student I love animals and have experience caring for different animals. I would love to care for your pet
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Nicki H.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have about 6 years of paid experience of in home dog sitting. But I have had all kinds of pets. I also have worked as a veterinary nurse for over 3 years. I know a lot about animals and animal care and am available to pet sit, walk, or transport. My schedule is very flexible and I have my own car. If you have any questions...
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Samantha A.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am a newly certified occupational therapist potentially available weekends and mid/late afternoons. I have grown up with cats and have dogsat for friends on many occasions including overnights! Feel free to ask any questions. Thanks!
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Molly G.'s Photo

Elmhurst, IL

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Manager at a Petco for 7 years. Owner of a dog. Have experience caring for people's dogs, cats, fish, turtles, and birds.
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.96/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Elmhurst, IL

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.96 per hour as of January 2026. 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.

There are 27 pet care providers in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst 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.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, 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.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, 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.

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 Elmhurst, 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.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Elmhurst, 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.

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