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Philicia D.

Dog Nanny/Dog Care Services

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have a lot of experience with dog care. I have never actually sat for a dog before but I have had one my entire life and know how to feed and care for them appropriately. I also know that they need a lot of love and attention and am willing to dog sit/dog care (preferably in our home) on a regular basis.
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I have 6 years of babysitting/nannying for infants-teens, dog sitting, house sitting, running errands for various families, grocery shopping through apps, food delivering, light housework, and organizing. I am a physical therapy student at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, and also have experience working in a pediatric...
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Dog Walker/Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I've grown up with dogs all of my life! I love them and have always enjoyed caring for them. I'm offering dog walking and dog sitting services. Thanks so much, I look forward to hearing from you!
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Dog Sitter/walker

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have cared for multiple homes' pets. I provide services such as walking, feeding, bathing, or just playing with any kind of dog! I have cared for large and small and I am comfortable around any age/breed! I also have experience with cats and love caring for them as well.
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Marina C.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I became a pet sitter because it is my passion to help others, so to give back to owners and animals is very rewarding! I've been boarding, walking and house-sitting for the last 5 years, so I...

Care Member says "Marina was a gem! She sent daily updates and photos during our dogs’ week-long stay. I can tell she truly cared for our pups like she would have of her...

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Experienced & Enthusiastic Pet-Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a dedicated young professional living on the North side of Chicago, IL. Outside of caring for my own 2 cats, I have several years of pet-sitting experience for both dogs and cats. Previous pet-sitting duties have included, but are not limited to: feedings, providing dog walking services, cleaning litter boxes, and providing...

Care Member says "Kathrine has watched our cats many times as well as our family dogs (who are quite the handful) and never failed us! She sends updates and photos often...

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Anthony O.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your home or mine. I have cared for over four of my own dogs as well as provide dog sitting services for close fiends in St. Louis.
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Jillian R.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I have worked with children and adults all ages, all abilities and limitations. I currently work for Chicago Public Schools with kindergarten-3rd grade and 6th grade. I am currently looking for summer employment. Some things I enjoy are coffee, arts and crafts, taking field trips, cooking, playing with my 2 dogs, reading and...
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Kate S.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there, I am Kate! I live in the Bucktown/Wicker neighborhood of Chicago and my career is in mental health therapy with children/adolescents. More specifically, my degree is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I love working with families and kids, and therefore thought I could offer my time and services in some of my...
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Part Time Care Giver Available!

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! Animal lover with a pet of my own! I am reliable, and flexible looking forward to offering my services to you. I provide dog sitting in your own home including walks, lite brushing, and some housekeeping if requested. I've been providing this service on and off for the last 5 years. I have been a client of several dogs,...
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Colette V.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
I've worked with seniors for over 10 years. I supervised approximately 50 seniors through my work, I have been the caregivers for several seniors who needed care and support. Two of them needed round-the-clock care. I arranged for housing, social services, managed medical care and medicine. I arranged medical services which...
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Cherizar W.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
10 years experience caring for dogs independently (with 5 star reviews). I'm happy to set up a meet and greet with you and your loved one(s). I have gentle service dog (Aussie doodle). He grew up socializing with horses, cats, and dogs.
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Obiageli N.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
I'm a passionate dog lover. My jobs are pet groomer, feeding, cleaning, leach, and walking dogs on hourly shifts. Cleaning dog shelters or other dog boarding facilities. Most of my primary duties include cleaning the cages, bathing and grooming the dogs, feeding them and administering medicine when necessary. I've worked as...
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Part Time Pet Care Available

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have been an owner of various fish and a turtle for three years in the past. I have also been hired as a dog walker for one of my neighbors for a year before he moved to California. I provide pet sitting services as well as feeding and walking services.
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Wynter O.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Wynter. I have a 1-year-old Siamese named Boots and I'm here to service most of your pet needs. -dog walking -cat/dog sitting -pet check-ins -feeding -medicine administration
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Sammi F.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Love animals and would love to help you out with yours! I have professional experience working as a dog walker for pet care service.
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Kate M.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I provide dog sitting, walking, boarding services from my own home located in the Streeterville area and am also willing to travel to dogs out of the comfort of their own home. I have been a huge dog lover since I was a child. I grew up with two large dogs, spent 4 years volunteering at the Humane Society, and have 10+ years of...
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Darly A.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
Highly efficient dog walker with a passion for animal care and safety. Dedicated to providing exceptional walking services as well as other activities such as playing, feeding and grooming.
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Part Time Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet sitting and dog walking services. I am an experienced dog owner of 11 years and adore caring for animals of all types, sizes, and ages! I am also willing to performs bath and light grooming, as well as administer any medications or special care.
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Janyl R.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there. I can provide pet services and have been experienced with dogs my entire life. I currently own my own dog named Bubba who is half pitbull/ half hound. I also am experienced with highly anxious dogs as well as dogs that come off as more aggressive. I've been a teacher for about 3 years and was looking for a less...
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  • 768 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.79/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.6

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chicago, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chicago, IL is $21.79 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.

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