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60 pet care are listed in Fox Lake, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Fox Lake, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Cheryl can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"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 for an interview. She was prompt, took notes and asked questions that were appropriate. I found she connected...
Kerri G.
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...
Jodie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training
Izaya C.
Fox Lake, IL
$12-17/hr
I love animals so taking care of them won't be a problem, I get along great with them, I have two yorkies of my own that I taken great care & have trained, so I wanted to help others with taking care of their dogs and working with them will be so much fun.
Izaya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I love all animals and have an affinity to cats and dogs. Im active with both including toy play and outside play. I love to offer your animal the best care possible!
3.5
(2)
I have been around animals all my life; dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, and birds. I have a cat now because I live in an apartment. I would enjoy caring for your animals and giving them the attention they deserve when you are away.
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Melissa can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Rhonda L.
McHenry, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide animal sitting in your own home. I love all animals and have always had animals myself. From horse's to fish.
Rhonda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Katelyn K.
Grayslake, IL
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person. I go to college at Illinois State University studying Zoology. I love animals. I have two cats and two dogs that I take care of.
Katelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
"Katelyn has been absolutely amazing! I am a travel nurse on temporary assignment in Chicago, and Katelyn has been walking my Great Pyrenees / Chow mix during my shifts. She's been able to accommodate all the requested times, even in the pouring rain & on holidays....
Amanda K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked for a walk for all seasons for about a year. We have a dog, a cat and two parakeets in our home. I am often pet sit for my friends African grey parrot and neighbor dogs. Tried to cut back on work due to my husband's declining health but financially wasn't possible so I am back! Currently doing the cleaning at my church...
Carmen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I had the pleasure of working with Carmen in the past and I can honestly say Carmen is a caring, loving, dependable, professional person and loves animals very much. "
Magda Z.
Jenna M.
Trevor, WI
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
I love animals! I wish I could adopt every animal out there right now looking for a home. I think I would be a great fit for watching your animals! If you are interested let me know!
Karen R.
McHenry, IL
$5-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, grooming, administration of medicine & more
5.0
(12)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
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Debbie can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Debbie was very professional and did a great job of keeping in contact with me so I knew all was well with my cats. Plus, my very people shy cats actually liked her!"
Michelle M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"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 !!"
Klaudia K.
Madison Z.
McHenry, IL
$14-19/hr
I am a responsible, caring individual! I have 2 pets of my own that are very friendly. Here to help with whatever you may need :) message me for more information!
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
As a cat owner and lover myself I understand the extreme amount of care and love it would take to care for your furry friends.
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals and dog sit for many family and friends! Really good at cleaning up and playing! I've also worked with other animals such as birds, hamsters, cats etc.
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
Shannon S.
Ingleside, IL
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a loving caring dog owner and love to be around animals. I've been a nanny for the past 23 years for children looking into taking care of dogs. I have two Boston terriers and love all kinds of breeds of dogs. My dogs are my babies.
Shannon can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have three fur babies of my own - two labs and a jack russell (Carly, Buehner, and Winston). I have dog sat for two years for 2 Boston terriers and also dog walked for a golden doodle. I love to be outside and would love to get all the energy out of your doggies (:
Jordan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I can provide pet sitting in your own home. I have some experience with this. On one occasion I sat for 3 dogs and on another one I took care of some cats, birds, and plants.
I am a huge animal lover and grew up with cats my whole life over the holidays my family just got a puppy but have been around dogs almost my whole life...
Hello Everyone!
I'm a full time mom to a 12-month-old baby boy and a pit bull named Layla! I have also been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have experience with kids of all ages, I work full time but am available Friday nights and weekends for your daycare needs! Even if you just need some you time or a date night I...
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Fox Lake, IL
Cheryl M.
5.0
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 for an interview. She was prompt, took notes and asked questions that were appropriate. I found she connected with my cats and had a sense that...
- Kerri G.
Katelyn K.
5.0
Katelyn has been absolutely amazing! I am a travel nurse on temporary assignment in Chicago, and Katelyn has been walking my Great Pyrenees / Chow mix during my shifts. She's been able to accommodate all the requested times, even in the pouring rain & on holidays. She's been super flexible, even as...
- Amanda K.
Carmen R.
5.0
I had the pleasure of working with Carmen in the past and I can honestly say Carmen is a caring, loving, dependable, professional person and loves animals very much.
- Magda Z.
Debbie S.
5.0
Debbie was very professional and did a great job of keeping in contact with me so I knew all was well with my cats. Plus, my very people shy cats actually liked her!
- Michelle M.
Caitlin N.
5.0
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 !!
- Klaudia K.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Fox Lake, IL
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Fox Lake, IL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.25 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 Fox Lake, IL?
There are 4 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.
What types of pet care services can I find in Fox Lake, IL?
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.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Fox Lake, IL?
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.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Fox Lake, 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 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.
What pet care services are available near me in Fox Lake, IL?
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.