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Felicia K.

Professional & Reliable House And Pet Sitter

Forest Park, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! I have previously worked as a teacher, and eventually transitioned into a full time nanny. From there I have utilized my love of animals and experience with overall care for families to their furry family members. I live in a spacious apartment near the suburb of Oak Park, with plenty of room to board well behaved dogs,...
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Child/Animal Caretaker

Forest Park, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I recently graduated and am in a time of transition. I love working with children and pets. I have worked intermittently as a nanny since I was in middle school. I have also worked as a camp counselor with children ranging from 5-15 years. I am energetic, motivated, and creative which is why I love working with children so much!
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Steven P.'s Photo

Forest Park, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I have three dogs of my own. I grew up around pets all my life. We always had a family dogs. Walking dogs is a great way for my dogs to make new friends.
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Desiree B.'s Photo

Forest Park, IL

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm comfortable with almost every kind of pet. I love both cats and dogs and being able to play and spend time with them. I currently have two cats the can't seem to get enough of me. I great with fish and cleaning smaller tanks and I love mice, chinchillas, guinea pigs, etc.
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Love Cats

Forest Park, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I had dogs and cats my entire life . Will make sure your pets are cared for, safe and happy. I will feed them , play with them, clean up after them, take them for a short or long walks as desired.... Anything to make them happy
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Loving Sitter With Fenced Yard

Forest Park, IL

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I've dog sat for family, neighbors, & friends since I was in high school. I love taking dogs for walks, spending time at dog parks, playing with toys, practicing tricks, giving treats, & cuddle time! I have a fenced yard, clean home, and a friendly spayed 5-year-old goldendoodle who is routinely vaccinated & loves making new...
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Forest Park, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
Hello! My name is Suzanne. I am a very athletic and pet loving person! I myself have been a fur mama for the last five years and I truly enjoy being outside in nature. I grew up on a farm in Northern Idaho and have first handed long-term experience with everything from livestock, horses, dogs and sheep, to rabbits, ducks, and...
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Danielle C.'s Photo

Forest Park, IL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Would love to find a family that needs someone to come and walk their dog! Trying to get extra steps with extra money ! Currently walk dog daily for current family but don't start work till 11 a.m. so have all morning to have an extra little gig ! Hope to hear from you ! Also can do overnight or later at night to stop by to walk...
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I Will Call You Cat And Dog " Little Baby" No Matter What Their Name Is .

Forest Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've constantly had pets in my life until the last decade where my wife and I relocated to a new apartment shortly after our cat passed away. We've had a hamster here and there, but caring for bigger more furry animals really brings us joy. We've become the go-to in-house pet sitters for our friends and family for all the...
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Pet sitting
pet walking
I have worked with children and families for about 8 years which means I have had the pleasure of getting to know and love the family pets as well! The majority of the families I have worked for have either a dog or cat, or both. I was responsible for feeding pets, walking dogs during the day, and just making sure they were...
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Forest Park, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have had dogs for my entire life, and have 2 at home now. I can walk and care for any dog and we will have fun.
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Pack Leader And Children's Entertainer

La Grange, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am proud to have years of experience managing house pets and caring for children. As a professional entertainer, I love to bring joy to the families and pets
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Gwen P.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
Hi! I am a very reliable, punctual, fun loving mother of three fur babies and a beautiful ball python. I am new to the area and looking for a way to make money while doing something I love. I specialize in pet care and can also do housecleaning and little things like checking the mail and such! I have always been the go-to...

Victoria E. says "Gwen is so helpful! Extremely respectful, intelligent, and kind. She keeps the place neat and tidy and goes above and beyond the call of duty. I will be...

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Animal Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Missi. I am 23 years old and aside from serving, I love doing jobs involving pet care. I am passionate about caring for animals, & have had such a huge love for them since I was a child. I have experience training and walking dogs through a local animal shelter that I have volunteered with for 2 years now. I grew...

Isa S. says "Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She is a delightful...

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I'm Here To Give My Best For You

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Hello families, My name is Nathalya, I'm a bilingual, charismatic, punctual, responsible, patient and creative person. Plus amazing at multitasking, and such an animal lover! I'm looking for a family to be a team with. An ideal position would start mid-January, full time, M-F! I am an ex au pair and took care of 3 children...
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Anna L.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am an experienced dog walker and animal caretaker! I have a pet of my own and have been watching neighbors / friends dogs and cats since a young age. I am also a certified dog walker / sitter on the Wag! app. Comfortable with pets of all sizes and breeds.
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Friendly, Passionate Dog Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello all! My name is Sky C. and I am currently a senior in college. For most of my life I have been surrounded by dogs, which has resulted in a passion of watching them grow and mature. I have spent about 10 years watching an array of dogs and puppies. I'm also a babysitter to a wonderful family who owns a senior labradoodle,...

Care Member says "I am so happy that we found Sky! She did such a great job babysitting our puppy while we were gone for a week. She is very responsible, trustworthy, and...

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Kimberly A.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I can provide animal care for you when needed. I love to exercise, so walks are a plus. I'm a stay at home mom with a flexible schedule.
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Ruby K.'s Photo

Pet Lover With Flexible Schedule!

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am a Chicago native in my mid-20s currently located in Old Town. I grew up with 2-3 dogs as well as other small lizards/fish/hamsters. I regularly cat sit for a family in our neighborhood for 10+ years. I am very comfortable around pets and happy to assist in overnight care, dog walking and light housekeeping. I take...
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Jennifer M.'s Photo

Summit Argo, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I m easy going understanding and multitalented in many avenues of working. I hold a perc card have security licenses . First Aid and AED Certified caregiver license working with many seniors with many Long term health issues. Enjoyed house sitting with animals for years , for traveling families. References upon request. Have...

Care Member says "Jennifer was an amazing pet sitter. My house was spotless, yard cleaned and the dog was taken care of amazingly! We love her!"

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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.82/hr as of June 2025

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL

Pet Care in Forest Park, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Gwen P.

Gwen is so helpful! Extremely respectful, intelligent, and kind. She keeps the place neat and tidy and goes above and beyond the call of...

- Victoria E.

Missi K.

Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She...

- Isa S.

Sky C.

I am so happy that we found Sky! She did such a great job babysitting our puppy while we were gone for a week. She is very responsible,...

- Care member

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Forest Park, IL

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.82 per hour as of June 2025. 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 11 pet care providers in Forest Park, 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 Forest Park 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 Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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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