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Samantha H.

Babysitter / Nanny Available

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I have been working in the childcare field for 5+ years. I have experience in a daycare setting, caring for multiple children at once, and doing 1:1 ABA therapy for children on the Autism spectrum. I thoroughly enjoy caring for children, coming up with different activities for us to do, and watching them grow everyday! I...
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Excellent Pet Care

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have significant experience caring for pets, both as a pet-sitter and pet-owner. I have grown up with dogs my entire life. I have always had a a natural love for animals, especially dogs. I had cats, dogs, birds, rabbits. I currently have a cat and fish. I am very comfortable with all kind of animals. As a pet parent myself,...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm physical therapy aide, massage therapist and finish professional acting. I'm love children, love to play games, and keep them busy.
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Energetic Smart Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have years of experience and education in early childhood. I have worked in schools, and homes. I also specialize in therapy with children with ASD.
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Chicago, IL

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$14/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
Hello! I absolutely love dogs and I have owned one since I was a kid! I'd be more than happy to provide services for your pets.
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Friendly Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Roxolana and I am a pet sitter in Chicago. I offer pet sitting services for cats and dogs, including overnight care and dog walking. I love animals and enjoy taking care of them. My goal is to provide the best care for your pet while you are away.
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Part/Full Time Pet Care Provider

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have previously done jobs for Pet Sitting service, including making house visits and over-nights. I have had many animals in my life, I especially love dogs of all sizes/ages.
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Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver! I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there. I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology at...

Renee G. says "Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop...

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Local Dog Lover Hoping To Watch Pets!

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Hi! My name is Caitlin and I am a pet lover happy to provide dog sitting services within your home. I have lived with dogs since I was 5 years old and have worked with many breeds, from Westies to Bernese Mountain Dogs! I am comfortable performing baths and light grooming. Please let me know if I'd be a good fit for your family!
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Part-Time Babysitter Available

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
29-year-old Doctor of Physical Therapy. I have been babysitting since 16 years old. I have experience babysitting for ages ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. Experience with: bed time routines (brush teeth, baths/showers, stories), morning routines, meal prep/cooking, crafts, pick ups from school, driving kids to...
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Pet Care

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
Hello! I have recently expanded my care services to pets after being a care taker for a dog in my area. I am very free on weekends and can sit and or board.
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Pet Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified caregiver on pet care service app and volunteer at the shelter. I have extensive experience care for cats and dogs and am familiar and comfortable caring for all sizes of animals.
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am more than willing to take your pup for a nice long walk and I will also provide dog sitting in your own home. II love dogs of all sizes and ages, I fell into dog sitting and walking through my years of nannying and the families ended up asking me to care for the pups when the human kiddos were too old to need my nannying...
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Chicago, IL

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$29/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
transportation
Hi! My name is Summer and I'm a full-time Recreational Therapist with a deep passion for supporting older adults in living meaningful, enriched lives. I graduated from Indiana University in 2023 with a degree in Recreational Therapy and have been working in the field ever since, primarily providing therapeutic activities for...
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Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Reliable nanny with over 25 years of experience available in Chicagoland! Note: I do not provide driving services. Philosophy: - I believe in respecting children and supporting their feelings and autonomy. - My childcare style follows the Positive Parenting model. - I strictly model appropriate boundaries and consent with...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I am currently in graduate school for elementary education and looking for part time work. I have taught art for 8+ years and have a degree in art therapy. I am very patient and kind.
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I am a 23-year-old male currently pursuing my Occupational Therapy Assistant degree. I have my own, insured, personal vehicle for driving. Great with pets I own two dogs and have been around animals all my life. I have lived and currently live with two elderly women (my grandma and her sister with ASD) who have been my roommates...
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Baby Sitter, House Sitter, Errand Runner

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Experience working with children (I do 1 on 1 ABA therapy with children) Experience caring for multiple children at once Experience cleaning and tidying large and small areas.
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Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am home for the summer from college and I would love a job working with animals. I have experience watching cats and dogs, but I'm confident that I can handle any pet with brief instruction. I personally love dogs, and I have a big chocolate Lab that I adore. I hope to be of service to you!
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Julisa M.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
As a dog and cat owner, I have always been the go to dog/cat sitter. I have plenty of references to attest for my love of pets. I have extended dog sitting experience from past babysitting jobs and caring for coworkers pets. Turbo, my chihuahua/terrier mix and Toby, my lovely lazy cat, are a huge part of my life and family. I...
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  • 772 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.84/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 $21.84 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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