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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a recent college graduate. Looking for occasional dog sitting or dog walking jobs. Huge dog lover, I have a 7-year-old, golden retriever myself. Dog lover is an understatement- I bake my dog a cake every year for his birthday:)
Alisha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I'm Anthony and I have a huge passion for all animals. I'm currently a permit worker for Local awaiting my card and looking to fill my off days with the care of your furry friends! I can help with Pet Walking, Pet Transportation and Basic obedience training. I can also assist in yard clean up and basic grooming if needed....
Anthony can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Gina C.
Lemont, IL
$10-20/hr
Fun, Happy, Loving, Energetic, Honest, Professional Dog Lover Pet Caregiver
Hello, I am a mom of 3 daughters, 1 dog, and 1 bunny. I have been around pets all my life. Throughout my life we have had a Dalmatian, Shepard mix, Sheep dog, Beagle, and a parrot. I currently have a La so/Maltese named Chelse, and a Mini Lop bunny named Toby. I have experience in walking, playing, feeding, grooming (not...
Gina can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
I have experience caring for pets for my past nanny families! I have also had a sick dog of my own that I would help my family care for. Dogs are my favorite animal and I have experience taking care of them as well. I love dogs of all sizes and can also provide baths, walks, etc.! Please reach out to me if you think I would be a...
Alisha can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Julie H.
Lemont, IL
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Julie H. I have always loved dogs and have had a dog since 8years old. When I began babysitting, I also started dog sitting for the families when they went on vacations. I love taking care of dogs, taking them on walks, and making sure they are happy. Some of my responsibilities while dog sitting include...
Julie can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Since the day I was born, I have always had at least 2 dogs at a time. I am very experienced in caring for them, including walking, feeding, playing, loving, and even picking up waste. I have always been an animal lover. Although I have had most experience with dogs, I am also very comfortable with cats and other animals.
Rachel can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding & more
Dovile N.
Lemont, IL
$14-19/hr
I have a 3-year-old German shep, I know some simple training, and love taking long walks with my dog
Dovile can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as fun, loving, caring, compassionate, genuine
I like working with kids because it brings me joy watching them grow up, explore, and experience different things
I'm looking for a job that will let me grow a connection with the kids and family, has a fun environment
I started working with kids...
Hello, my name is Lenka and I live in Lemont with my teenage son and husband. I am currently working full time with an amazing family caring for a 10-month-old baby and 7-year-old girl. Looking for a family that needs someone in the afternoon hours. I am nurturing, responsible, thoughtful, outgoing, and compassionate. My hobbies...
Lenka can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Mack M.
Naperville, IL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
Mack can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"McKenzie walked and fed our two dogs while we were out of town. She was warm and sweet with them, we already are hoping to hire her again. Will confidently recommend her to my friends and neighbors. She works with dogs on a daily basis and is a pro!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I grew up with two dogs, a husky and a Dachshund mix breed. Both were puppies when adopted in 2006. I loved and cared for them until they passed away from old age a couple of years ago. My experience growing up with my dogs has made me an animal lover today. I have a year-old Pomsky named Oreo (personally trained), 10 fish, and...
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Amy is a natural with animals. She follows instructions well, and takes very good care. Amy seems like she a special connection with animals. I would hire her anytime! "
Care member
Ariana H.
Palos Park, IL
$15-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ariana and I am 28 years old. I am currently an academic advisor and I have a Masters degree. I have various experience ranging within the fields of administration, nonprofit, education, retail, etc.
I have two dogs, a French Mastiff named Gru and a Pug mix named Buddy. During my spare time, I enjoy spending...
Ariana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us with pet care and keeping up with our home (cleaning, errands, organization, etc.) and does an unbelievable...
Kaitlin A.
5.0
(1)
I have had about 3 years paid experience with Cats/ Dogs. From cleaning up after them, walks, giving them medicine, watching them while family is away, feeding, bathing, and even taking care of pets after surgery.
Jordan can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
(4)
I have experience caring for all ages. My favorite activities include drawing/painting/crafts, playing board games, going to the park and reading. I love getting creative! Cooking is also a passion of mine - I love preparing food and serving nutritious meals to the children I babysit. I also enjoy light cleaning and organizing,...
Lizzi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lizzi has been with our family for over 2 years. She is wonderful with our kids, and very respectful. She is always on time and I trust her. As a bonus, she is an animal lover who is great with our dog :)"
Laura G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I provide pet care in your own home! I have had pets my entire life (anything from hamsters to dogs to cats to lizards). I also volunteer at St. Animal Pet Adoptions animal shelter where I work with, walk, and handle dogs and cats of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. I have been volunteering there for three years, so...
Camilla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"My pets felt very comfortable with Camilla and so did we! Camilla took great care of our dog and cats - we came home to happy pets and a clean home. I highly recommend Camilla."
Ann H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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
Kristina can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have two dogs and hire Kristina all the time when I am going on vacation or business trips.She is very honest and worm person, always take the best care of my dogs.Also she gives them bath before I pick up them.I very very recommend her!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as bubbly , caring , sweet.
I like working with kids because they are full of good energy and always pass it on to me. I love exploring new things with them and enjoying the outdoors together.
I'm looking for a job that is long term. I want to be an in environment where there is lots of trust.
I...
Kylie S.
Willowbrook, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, down to earth, adaptive. I do not drink, smoke, or party so I feel that I'm mature, responsible, and reliable. I'm fully vaccinated and 3x boosted.
LGBTQIA+ ally.
I have references.
I like working with kids because they're very imaginative and important to our future.
I'm looking...
Kylie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kylie was prompt, attentive to my kids, positive, and responsible."
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My entire life, we have had multiple animals in our house. With my mother working at an animal hospital, we frequently would foster animals ranging from kittens, to ducks, to bunnies. I currently have just a cat. for awhile I had a senior center going at my house. As there's been lots of life changes, I love watching other...
Rebecca can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding & more
5.0
"Rebecca was very professional and wonderful watching after my kitty. Would definitely love to hire again."
Heather S.
Paige R.
Woodridge, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter Who Is Caring, Loving, Patient, Reliable, Responsible, Outgoing And Flexible!
5.0
(1)
I have been providing pet sitting/services since 2010. I do not have any breed or size restrictions. A few consistent pets I cared for was a golden retriever and cat in the same household, a miniature Bernedoodle from the age of 6 months till current, a cat from the age of 6 months till current, 2 Maltese, 3 German shepherds,...
Paige can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I hired Paige when I needed someone capable as well as productive (i.e. time and money to be worth it) to move my personal property from my 1000 square foot condo to my new out of State home. Paige did a great job dealing with my emotional personality at the time...
Sarah S.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Lemont, IL
Mack M.
5.0
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.
Amy V.
5.0
Amy is a natural with animals. She follows instructions well, and takes very good care. Amy seems like she a special connection with animals. I would hire her anytime!
- Care member
Ariana H.
5.0
Our family is SO lucky to have found Ariana! There isn't a single quality she's missing when needing an extra set of hands around the house. She helps us with pet care and keeping up with our home (cleaning, errands, organization, etc.) and does an unbelievable job. She is wonderful with...
- Kaitlin A.
Lizzi C.
5.0
Lizzi is a compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable individual that would be an asset to anyone's family!
- Cathy D.
Camilla W.
5.0
I was out of country for 3 weeks, and Camilla took care of my two cats and one tortoise amazingly EVERYDAY (and two times once a week). One of my cats needs to take medication everyday and she did perfectly. She sent multiple pictures of my babies every time before she left. She's very responsive...
- Song W.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Lemont, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Lemont, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Lemont, IL will cost you an average of $16.56 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Lemont, IL?
Care.com has 9 dog walkers offering services in Lemont, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Lemont or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Lemont to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Lemont, IL worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Lemont, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Lemont, IL?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Lemont, IL, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Lemont, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 9 dog walkers near you in Lemont, IL that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.