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Sarah H.

Petsitter Going The Distance For Your Pets!

Darien, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
My name is Sarah and I have been a dog-walker & pet sitter for over 8 years. I live in the southwest suburbs and I am very interested to hear more about your pet care needs. There's something about our pets that make life that little bit sweeter and I am devoted to keeping the pets I care for safe and happy! It has never felt...
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Pets

Darien, IL

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have many years experience working and caring for dogs, cats, exotics, equine, large and small mammals. Whatever it is I'm comfortable and have mid to experienced knowledge. I do train dogs for people with many different needs. Potty training, behavioral problems, walking, barking, anxiety etc. Same with large mammals I LOVE...
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Darien, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I have been watching dogs on and off for over two years now. I have a dog myself and love taking care of them. We do two-three walks a day and like to go to the dog park on the weekends! I also grew up on a farm with lots of different animals so I have a ton of experience taking care of other animals as well!
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Part-time Pet Care

Darien, IL

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been a lifelong dog owner. In my home, I have also cared for bearded dragons, turtles, hamsters, guinea pigs, etc. However, I do have an allergy to cats. Other than my private dog world, I also volunteered at an animal shelter for three years. My tasks included walking and cleaning up after the dogs along with giving...
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Darien, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
I have 5 years of experience with dog walking! I am an animal lover and love to walk and play with dogs. Let me know if you're interested.
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A Person That Is Able To Do A Lot

Darien, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Parties & Events and General Errands I can help walk dogs, take care of kids and the elderly.
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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
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
grooming
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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Palos Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
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...

Kaitlin A. says "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...

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Great Sitter From An Animal Family

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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...

Care Member says "Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the most...

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Caring Dog/Cat Sitter

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Skye, and I grew up loving dogs and cats my whole life. During the beginning of the pandemic, I fostered four troubled dogs for over a year and a half. I acquired a lot of knowledge on how to housebreak and train with positive reinforcement, organize vet appointments, understand boundaries and make pet-friendly...

Mariam P. says "Lovely person! Really great at chopping vegetables! Very helpful :-) "

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Housekeeper For Hire!

Brookfield, IL

4.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
General room cleaning
organization
bathroom cleaning
window washing
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sammie I have over 2 decades of housekeeping and project organization experience working with busy families, multi-generational family homes, retired professionals, and everything between. I am self motivated and detail oriented so I pay attention to the little things. My goal is to help create calmness in your home so...
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Dog Sitter And Tail Wagging Enthusiast

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! For all the dogs out there; woof! My name is Tracy and I am a dog-loving writer who works from home full-time. My assistant is my senior dog, Wrigley. He is a Australian Shepherd/Pointer mutt who loves to chill and go on long walks. He enjoys other dogs and humans very much. My dog is an all-around chill dude who...

Anna B. says "I have been looking for someone reliable to watch my precious girl when I have to work away from home, but it's so hard to trust someone else. I am BEYOND...

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Lemont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing. Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable. Experience includes: • Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...

Katrina J. says "We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that she kept us...

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Dog Sitter

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Natosha and I am currently an Administrative Assistant at a warehouse in Hanover Park. I am looking for part-time work pet sitting/walking for dogs. I work 8 a.m. To 5 PM, Monday through Friday and I am looking for flexible work hours in the early morning and evening during the work week. On the weekends, my schedule...

Sara M. says "We hired Tosha for walking our 3 dogs several times now. She is punctual, very dependable & most importantly our boys look forward to seeing her! Her...

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Naperville, IL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My pet care journey started with my volunteer work at ADOPT animal shelter as a kid. Since then, I have dog-sat for an energetic pit bull/lab mix, dog-walked for several years and provided long-term care for several cats.
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Love Dogs

Lisle, IL

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I have Misha, a very sweet Australian shepherd mix. We go for long walks together every day. I would love to dog sit your pooch and take her/him for walks. Thank you for your consideration.
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La Grange, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
boarding
pet sitting
grooming
I am from Argentina and love caring for dogs of all ages and sizes. I have experience walking, feeding, and playing with them, always making sure they are happy and safe. I am responsible, patient, and attentive to their needs, creating a clean and loving environment. I enjoy long walks, basic training, and activities that...
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Samia M.'s Photo

Brookfield, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have two cats and one beagle at home. I'm experienced in managing the needs of both cats and dogs, including feeding routines, litter box maintenance, daily walks, and playtime. My beagle is friendly and enjoys regular walks and attention, while the cats are independent but affectionate. I'm familiar with giving basic...
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Haleigh H.'s Photo

Willowbrook, IL

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Haleigh and I've been dog sitting for people since high school. I'm a huge dog lover and I know how hard it is to leave your dogs when you go on vacation! So I give all the dogs I watch so much love and try to keep their routines the same. Usually I stay overnight with the dogs but I can also do check ins where I walk...
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I Grew Up In A House With 3 Dogs And 2 Cats... I Love Animals!

Naperville, IL

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have 1 year of experience and have knowledge with many different animals (dogs of all sizes, cats, birds, fish, bunnies, etc). I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking and Pet sitting. I mainly have taken care of dogs and cats as that is the most common house pet, I have experience with aggressive animals, food...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of March 2026

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Darien, IL

Dog Walkers in Darien, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Kristina S.

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...

- Care member

Ariana H.

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....

- Kaitlin A.

Rebecca V.

Rebecca has been taking care of my dogs and cats when I'm out of town or just unavailable for the last few months and she is definitely the...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Darien, IL

A local dog walker near you in Darien, IL will cost you an average of $17.50 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 2026 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 6 dog walkers offering services in Darien, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Darien 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 Darien to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

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 Darien, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Darien, 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.

On Care.com, there are currently 6 dog walkers near you in Darien, 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.

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