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Heather V.

Loving Pet-Sitter.

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have cared for a good friend's five show dogs (German short hairs). They are not only pet owners but breeders as well. I have taken care of their dogs while they were out of town or just going to be late from work. I love animals so much, I wish that I could have a farm of my own. I have two cats myself. I believe that all...
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Your Pets Best Friend

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Experienced pet sitter and dog walker for 6 years. I provide reliable, compassionate care for pets, including multiple daily walks, feeding, medication administration and ensuring their well-being. I'm dedicated to keeping pets happy and healthy.

Markesha H. says "She loves listening to my stories and always come with her smile and little gifts"

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Your Pets New Best Friend!

Bridgeview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I would love to be your pet's best friend when you aren't able to be there for them! I believe every great friendship between a human and the pets they care for begins with a bond of trust and gentle nature that shows kindness and respect that they know they can depend on!!

Care Member says "I needed someone to look after my 13 year old cat, Marley when I went on vacation. Danielle was kind enough to come over before the trip to meet us. I...

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Furry Babies Make Me Smile

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have been blessed in having taken care of furry babies and their families. Once I embrace your baby you can exhale knowing that your pet is being taken care of in a loving manner. I have been working diligently for 12 years in the western suburbs. Let's setup a meet and greet so I can help recognize what your needs are. I look...

Jane B. says "Anna is a wonderful resource. We have used her for pet sitting and house sitting. Excellent, reliable, polite, great communicator. We would recommend...

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Pet-loving Caregiver With A Friendly Husky, Ready To Provide Top-Notch Care!

Brookfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I adore animals and have over 3 years of experience in pet sitting and dog walking. Recognizing the unique personality and preferences of each pet is crucial to me. I relish walks, whether it's a casual stroll or an adventurous hike. I am available to accommodate pets at my place, providing a comfortable and caring environment...

Care Member says "I recently had the pleasure of entrusting Juliana with the care of my two beloved pets, Murphy and Peanut, while I was away on a trip. I can confidently...

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Darien, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a very caring and compassionate dog lover. I have 2 dogs of my own. R was saved 10 years ago. I also have a 2-year-old Cavapoo.

Kimberly M. says "Cori is a very reliable and conscientious person.She loves working with children and is an animal lover. She will bring many years of experience and...

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Western Springs, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Holly, a school counselor living in Western Springs with my family and our two lovable dogs-a Great Dane and a Great Dane/Poodle mix. I've been around dogs my entire life and have years of experience pet sitting for all types of animals. Working in education gives me a structured schedule with flexibility during...
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Dejah S.

River Forest, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello! My name is Dejah and I am a senior studying biology and women's and gender studies at Concordia University Chicago in River Forest, IL. I love dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes, and ages as well as, birds, fish, etc. I can do in-home, overnight , walking, playing, feeding, and of course cuddling. I have a super...
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Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals. I grew up with a shih tzu named Tootsie. She was part of our family for 14 years. Since then, I've babysat for little, medium and large size dogs including pit bulls, labradoodles, Pomeranian and shih poos. I also have experience cat sitting. I am comfortable residing at your home while you're on vacation, or...

Leslee M. says "We've had Jaclyn quite a few times to take care of our dogs when we've gone out of town, from 3-days to 2-weeks at a time. We are very impressed with her...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Part Time Caregiver Available!

Brookfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
Hello, my name is Kristy! I graduated from NIU with my bachelors in communications. Since then I've been a nanny, dog walker, and a senior caretaker. I love not being tied down to just one job! Taking care of animals and people are my two biggest passions. I am very reliable, outgoing, kind, and genuine. I love to help anyone...

Michelle B. says "Kristy is amazing! She began helping us earlier this year & is such a hard worker & truly kind and sweet girl! She is communicative, prompt, and...

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Elizabeth S.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello, I'm a very professional and caring pet lover. I have experience with lager animals.
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I Love Animal's

Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 2 cats at home, 5 fish, I had little birds and a puppy. I like animals, I like that they are part of the family
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Pet Care

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I love all animals, I have experience with bedridden after Spain surgery dog . I was training, massaging, walking, bathing, grooming , feeding . in 2008 I was finished Academy of dog grooming school. if you have interested please contact me, thank you

Care Member says "Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet. She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing :) Nice to find...

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Critter Sitter

Hickory Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as loyal, friendly and hard worker. I like working with animals because they are full of unconditional love. I'm looking for a job that I find rewarding, I love caring for animals. I started working with animals when 2016. I enjoy grocery shopping for others, house cleaning, errands...

Care Member says "Christine M. has worked for us a number of years and she is punctual, thorough, professional and helpful. She can provide a multitude of services and...

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Your Pets New Best Friend

Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Sarah and I love hanging out with animals of every kind! I have a dog of my own and a green-cheek-conure who both get along wonderfully together. I've taken care of all kinds of animals like bearded dragons, birds, chameleons, dogs, cats, and even kittens who were 2 weeks old. I look forward to meeting you and...
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Animal Lover And Pet Owner

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
As someone who has owned geckos, frogs, rats, dogs, cats, and a hedgehog, animals have always been a part of my life. I also have experience with diabetic and chronically ill pets. I'm not afraid to do the dirty work for your pets, including administering medication and shots. I'm excited to learn about your little friend's...

Dev H. says "I contacted Chloe last minute because my other person ghosted me. I had a gut feeling about her so I didn't even interview and I was right. She was...

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Michael L.'s Photo

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 walking
pet sitting
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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Leslie V.'s Photo

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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Rachael S.'s Photo

Professional And Compassionate Full-time Pet Care Provider

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grooming
boarding
administration of medicine
I am only available for boarding rabbits. Rabbits must be spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations. I have extensive experience and run the oldest rabbit rescue in Illinois.

Christine H. says "Rachael was the best! I usually booked her when I went out-of-town, but she was also available for a couple of last-minute requests. It's rare to find...

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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.14/hr as of June 2025

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Riverside, IL

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

Dominique F.

She loves listening to my stories and always come with her smile and little gifts

- Markesha H.

Danielle R.

I needed someone to look after my 13 year old cat, Marley when I went on vacation. Danielle was kind enough to come over before the trip to...

- Care member

Anna D.

Anna is a wonderful resource. We have used her for pet sitting and house sitting. Excellent, reliable, polite, great communicator. We...

- Jane B.

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Riverside, IL

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $18.14 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 7 pet care providers in Riverside, 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 Riverside 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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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