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Anij A.

Part-time Pet Care Provider

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I provide dog and cat sitting in my own home. I loved dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I can also provide baths and light grooming.
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Loving Pet Caregiver!

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
boarding
pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
+ 1 more
I offer training, grooming, walking, and boarding! I work a lot with reactive dogs and am also great with cats.
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Vernon Hills, IL

from
$19/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I've been pet sitting since I was in high school and love spending time with your furry friends! I'd love to get to know you and your pets
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Part-Time Pet Sitter

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
grooming
pet sitting
I have taken care of mostly my family's pets, dogs in particular. I stay with them for a week long periodically and am in charge of feeding, bathing, taking them out for walks and so on. I enjoy it very much! I am currently a college student looking to pet sit for the summer and possibly until fall!
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I Love Dog. Smalls And Biggers

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
Have a Rotweiller Nd two small Cotton de Tullier Love dogs, love to walking and I have experience cleaning yards poop too
Claire K.'s Photo

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I love taking care of pets and being able to help out!! I have two basset hounds and have grown up with dogs my whole life!!
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Vivian

Highland Park, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I'm living. I'm a patient and responsible person who loves animals very much since I grew up on a farm which made me learn a lot about them and love them, I would love to share that love I have with other animals I have two dogs and a cat and they make my life happier.
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Waukegan, IL

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! Howdy ladies and gentleman. My name is Darryl and I'm 29 years old from North Chicago, IL. I am a very kind, energetic, hardworking, DOG LOVING soul who is looking to make a little extra money by dog sitting! I have since I was very young LOVED dogs. I always seem to connect with pups and figured this would be the perfect...
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I Love Spending Time And Taking Care Of Dogs

Mundelein, IL

from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
I'm a dog lover. My baby almost 6-year-old boxer, we love to jog in the morning weather permitting, go for walks, hiking, etc.
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Waukegan, IL

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
Hi, I have some pet care experience, and I also have had my own that I've cared for. I am also a big animal lover
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Highwood, IL

from
$21/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Yoselin. I am 28 years old and a teacher's assistant. I am CPR/AED certified, a dual language speaker (English and Spanish), and graduated from North Central College in Naperville.
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About Me

Libertyville, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Hey there! I'm Laura , and if you're looking for someone who will treat your pet like family, you've come to the right place. I've got a dog of my own who I adore more than anything-I've raised him since he was a puppy, so I know what it takes to keep a pet happy, healthy, and loved. I've also dog-sat for friends and neighbors...
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Annabelle

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Annabelle and I am college student in the Gurnee area.
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Your Pets Best Friend

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
I have taken care of animals for a long time. I myself have had a pit bull mix who is the most loveable dog. I take care of my boss's dog on occasion. I also have beautiful dog coming to stay with me this weekend. I can give your animal the time and love they need.
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Waukegan, IL

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I've always had a passion for animals would love to get know some pet friends for a week or a weekend. I'm mainly looking for opportunities in the summer, as I work at a school, but am open to jobs throughout the school year. I'm comfortable caring for a variety of pets. I've had animals of my own and also spent time working...
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Ella Grabnik

Grayslake, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am Ella. I am looking for a summer pet sitting opportunity! I have cared for mainly dogs in the past, but I love all animals!
Maria T.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I used to own a pitbull mix, unfortunately he is not with us anymore. I enjoy my time with any type of dog or animal.
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Helping Hands

Grayslake, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm in Grayslake and can provide care in my home or yours! I own two friendly cats of my own. But I love all animals, and you can bring your dog or cat here, or we can go there. I've owned dogs at different times in my life and would love the opportunity to
Breana P.'s Photo

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Breana and I provide dog sitting. I have experience working with both small and big dogs and love both. I have about a year of experience dog sitting. I perform duties such as walking the dog, playing with the dog, feeding and administering medication. I can also perform baths and don't mind taking the dog to...
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Animal Lover

Highland Park, IL

from
$14/hr
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Animal lover pet sitter for couple years flexible time and open to weekends and holidays , I have my own transportation

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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.38/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Great Lakes, IL

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.38 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 8 pet care providers in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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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