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Cheryl M.

Experienced Pet Caregiver

Fox Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I have had animals all my life and have trained and shown dogs. I own an Akita and love this breed! I also have birds and cats. I have trained dogs and volunteer at wildlife centers for rescues. I do not have any children. My animals are my children. My job is to make sure your pet has a stress free time while you are away. I...

Kerri G. says "Cheryl is an amazing care giver! I went away overseas for 3 weeks and was VERY nervous about leaving my two cats. I felt Cheryl was a good fit so had her...

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The Biggest Animal Lover Ever Right Here!

Fox Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Dog training
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have two cats that are like my second children. I used to have 2 dogs and a cat that were my world and unfortunately they have passed away. Growing up as a kid I was with pets all my life. We always had a house full of pets. We used to have 3 dogs, 5 cats, 5 guinea pigs, rabbit, 2 birds, fish and turtle all at the same time. I...
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Savannah M.'s Photo

Fox Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
hi, my name is savannah I've been raised with all sorts of animals my whole life. I have two dogs at home and would love to care for your animals if you would let me!
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Sam A.'s Photo

Fox Lake, IL

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals and would keep your pet entertained as I have 2 and my mom has a cat and dog who I help take care of. I love both dogs and cats and I would take care of them as if they are my own.
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Danyelle M.'s Photo

Fox Lake, IL

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi, I'm Danyelle i'm an animal lover and I have been my whole life. I've had Dogs, Cats, Lizards, Snakes, etc. Dogs and cats have always been my favorite and I just love meeting and experiencing being around different dogs. They all have and show their own personalities and it's the cutest! Being around animals is always so...
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Mack M.'s Photo

Spring Grove, IL

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I've been doing dog walking/pet sitting for 8 years now. I love all different kinds of animals. I have dog sat and walked small to big dogs. I can do some basic training with dogs. I also pet sit all types of animals dogs, cats, birds(includes chickens), reptiles, etc. I have 5 pets of my own, 2 cats and 3 dogs. I don't do...

Julia F. says "Mack did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs. She is kind and patient and the pups are always happy to see her!"

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Linda D.'s Photo

Dog And Cat Sitting -- Love Animals!

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a caring and fun person with experience. I have my own cat, dog and parrot. They are wonderful pets!

Care Member says "Linda is kind, caring and patient! She is responsible, timely and dedicated. Our daughter loves spending time with Linda!"

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Part Time Pet Care

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
Hello pet parents! I have been providing care to cats and dogs for 20 years. I love all breeds and sizes of animals and have experience with puppies and kittens all the way to senior animals. I am able to provide medication, shots, or any special medicine or dietary considerations. I have experience working with animals that are...

Klaudia K. says "Caitlin was able to help us on short notice great communication and we definitely want to work with her again. She made everything easy and carefree !!"

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Adores Critters Of All Types

McHenry, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hello, I absolutely adore pretty much any critter. Animals of all varieties are part of what makes life so wonderful. I've been around animals my entire life. Weather it is owning them, working with them, or caring for them. I have personally owned a plethora of various critters (I wanted my children to experience all kinds of...
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Nicole G.'s Photo

Part Time Or Full Time Pet Sitter Available

Antioch, IL

5.0(0)
from
$5/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide feeding, walking, and socializing with pets. I have been a pet sitter for 10 years.
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Karen R.'s Photo

McHenry, IL

5.0(0)
from
$5/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have owned pets of my own throughout the years. I'm an animal lover. I am also a horse lover and belonged to the Caveleirs in high school.
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Barbara N.'s Photo

McHenry, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love dogs, cats , birds, and fish. Have had all my life. I will take great care of yours lovely pets
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Jon G.'s Photo

Experienced Dog Care Giver!

Twin Lakes, WI

from
$15/hr
Dog training
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have over 1 and 1/2 years of experience at pet resorts taking care of over 60 dogs at once along with a teams.
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Chloe F.'s Photo

Attentive Pet Sitter For Dogs And Cats

McHenry, IL

from
$14/hr
Pet sitting
Hi, I'm Chloe. Three words that describe me are reliable, compassionate, and attentive. I've always had a love for animals, and I enjoy creating a safe and happy environment for them while their owners are away! Working with animals is incredibly rewarding for me because I value the trust and connection that comes with caring...
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Makaylie H.'s Photo

Antioch, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Dog training
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is makaylie and my unconditional love for pets is what got me into the wonderful world of pet sitting. I've watched and walked all sorts of animals throughout my life as a job and for fun. I've also had three dogs, a cat, two hampsters, two rats, fish, and a rabbit throughout my life so far. I have experience with...
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Kim H.'s Photo

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have owned at least 2 dogs for the past 20 years. I love large breeds and have always owned a Rottweiler. I have also had a mastiff and multiple large mixed breed dogs. I am a bit newer to cats, but am comfortable around cats as well.
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Britta L.'s Photo

Love All Animals

McHenry, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi Been with dogs all my life, they are the best companion anyone can ask for I lost my beautiful dog not too long ago I'm looking to take care of your animals with love and compassion
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Alexandria A.'s Photo

McHenry, IL

from
$15/hr
Owner of two sweet kittens, and a dachshund. I have been around animals my entire life and I would love to care for yours!
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Sydni S.'s Photo

McHenry, IL

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
Hi there! My name is Sydni and I am 23 years old and graduated from Dundee Crown high school where I have taken Child Care and Development as well as Parenting classes over those 3 years. I also love all kinds of animals and I have a 10-year-old Husky named Diesel. I have grown up with dogs all of my life big and small. I would...
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.17/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Fox Lake, IL

Pet Care in Fox Lake, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Cheryl M.

Cheryl is an amazing care giver! I went away overseas for 3 weeks and was VERY nervous about leaving my two cats. I felt Cheryl was a good...

- Kerri G.

Mack M.

Mack did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs. She is kind and patient and the pups are always happy to see her!

- Julia F.

Linda D.

Linda is kind, caring and patient! She is responsible, timely and dedicated. Our daughter loves spending time with Linda!

- Care member

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Fox Lake, IL

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.17 per hour as of November 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 6 pet care providers in Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake 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 Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, 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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