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Rebecca

Rebecca
Bridgeview, IL

Activity summary

Member since: May 2023

Welcome message:

Hi Parent(s) I am very excited to start working again. Since 2019, I have babysat for family members and have taken care of my 9 & 4 yr. old cousins. During my second semester in college in 2022, I started to work as a nanny for a family that had a 1 & 2 yr. old and then worked with a different family later that year where I took care of a 2yr. old. I have most experience with younger children but can't wait to have different experience with children of all ages. I am currently majoring in Early Childhood Education and will graduate in about a year. I love to try and get kids away from the screen and be outside. I do love arts and crafts with kids and singing along to whatever song they are favoriting at the moment.

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Babysitter, Nanny $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Bridgeview for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 22 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

I am a Early Childhood Education Major at my local community college and I want to keep gaining experience with kids. I have worked as a babysitter and nanny before.

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Casandra Moore

Casandra Moore
Broadview, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2025

Love kids have 7 neices and nephews

This is a job that i can do while in college although im 16 i can do everything the right way

Dog sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Dog playtime
  • Daily exercise for your dog
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding

Dog walking $16 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Babysitter, Nanny $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Broadview for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Driver's license
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Computers

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Childcare

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Amber Vidra
Oak Lawn, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2025

Pet sitting $13 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter $14/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Oak Lawn for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Swimming
  • Writing

Contact Amber For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Jasmine Wolfe

Jasmine Wolfe
Romeoville, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2025

Welcome message:

Hii!! My name is Jasmine, I'm looking to get back into the babysitting field and I wpuld love to take on any other jobs you may need, I do have a part time job as a server, receiving my schedule every Monday to Tuesday and am looking to work around it.

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet grooming

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Romeoville for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 1 year experience working with children
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I graduated from a homeschooling process online, I've baby sat and had my hand in light nannying with twin toddlers one of which was highly allergenic and had asthma, and participated in active asthma care.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Kimberly N
Chicago, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2025

Welcome message:

Hi everyone! I’m 16 and available for babysitting in Chicago and nearby suburbs. I charge $18/hr variable rate depending on distance. I have experience creating a curriculum and teaching my own online class, volunteering as a teacher aide, supervising kids in a group setting, and helping raise my younger sisters. I'm easy-going, patient, comfortable with pets, bilingual in Spanish, and can cook/bake. I’m available most days and can travel as far as Wheeling/Downers Grove areas.

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Cooking lessons
    • Music lessons
      • Piano lessons

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Chicago for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

I have experience creating a curriculum and teaching my own online class, volunteering as a teacher aide, supervising kids in a group setting, tutoring kids and helping raise my younger sisters. I have received swimming, cooking, Chinese, debate, acting, piano, and more classes. I also speak Spanish.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Foreign languages

Contact Kimberly For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Kirie Hubbard

Kirie Hubbard
Chicago, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2025

Hi parents!! I would love to babysit for you

Dog sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Full meals
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Chicago for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 3 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hello my name is Kirie, I am a very experienced babysitter. I would like to continue my experience, as I enjoy working with children. My hobbies are Arts and Crafts, Reading and Cooking.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Cooking

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Alejandra Figueroa

Alejandra Figueroa
Chicago, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2023

Welcome message:

Hello !! If you want your kids to have the best time it’s definitely here . I have a variety of skills ranging from great activities to dancing and exercise! I love painting and DIY! I am fluent in Spanish, reading and writing I can teach them if needed . I can also cook very well !

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 1 child at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Help with homework

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Chicago for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • 2 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 23 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Alejandra For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Jamera barnes

Jamera barnes
Chicago, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Hello

My name is Jamera I'm a 16 year old I live in Oak Park and I love kids

Pet sitting $14 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

Babysitter $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 8 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Chicago for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - -

Eve.

- - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • 1 year experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts

Contact Jamera For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Angelina  Rodriguez

Angelina Rodriguez
Chicago, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2023

Welcome message:

I'm reliable, responsible, honest, and caring.I love working with kids. And helping others.

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Chicago for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- - -

Arvo

- - -

Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • Childcare credentials:
    • I'm a parent
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 21 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Video
  • Writing

Contact Angelina For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Grant Morgan
Chicago, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for kittens

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Chicago for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

- - - - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Computers

Contact Grant For Free

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Childcare

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Chicago, IL, United States (Updated 21 Jun 2026)

Chicago pet sitters are paid an average of $17.51 per hour as of June 2026, which is 6.6% higher than the Illinois average of $16.43, and 12% higher than the United States average of $15.64. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services in Chicago.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Chicago $17.51
Illinois $16.43
United States $15.64

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in United States dollars (USD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Sitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a pet sitter to ensure your furry family members are safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away.

1. Check Experience

Ask how long they’ve been pet sitting and what types of pets they’ve cared for. Experience with your specific type or breed is a big plus.

2. Verify Credentials

Look for pet CPR/first aid certification, pet care training, or memberships in professional pet-sitting associations.

3. Ask for References

Speak with past clients to confirm reliability, trustworthiness, and quality of care.

4. Meet in Person

Schedule a meet-and-greet to see how your pet reacts to the sitter and ensure a comfortable connection.

5. Discuss Duties Clearly

Define whether they’ll walk, feed, administer medication, groom, or provide other services. Be specific about expectations.

6. Check Availability

Ensure the sitter can meet your schedule, including holidays, weekends, or overnight needs.

7. Understand Rates & Payment

Clarify fees, overtime charges, and any additional costs (like travel, supplies, or emergency care).

8. Review Emergency Plans

Ask how they handle medical issues, accidents, or other emergencies, including access to your vet.

9. Communication Style

Confirm how often and in what form they’ll provide updates—texts, photos, or reports.

10. Start with a Trial

Consider a short test visit or day before leaving for an extended period to see how your pet responds and assess the sitter’s reliability.


Pet Sitter Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a pet sitter candidate to ensure your pets are safe, happy, and well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been a pet sitter?
  • What types of pets have you cared for (dogs, cats, exotics, etc.)?
  • Have you ever cared for pets with special needs, medical conditions, or behavioral issues?
  • How many pets do you usually care for at one time?

Daily Care & Duties

  • What tasks are you comfortable performing (feeding, walking, administering medication, grooming)?
  • How do you structure a typical day for pets in your care?
  • Are you comfortable giving multiple pets individual attention if needed?
  • How do you handle exercise and playtime for high-energy pets?

Health & Safety

  • Are you certified in pet CPR or first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency or injury?
  • How do you prevent accidents during walks, playtime, or interactions with other pets?
  • Are you comfortable administering medications or special treatments?

Communication

  • How do you usually update owners while pet sitting (texts, photos, videos)?
  • How do you handle special requests or instructions from owners?
  • Are you available for immediate contact in case of emergencies?

Rates & Policies

  • What is your standard rate, and do you charge extra for holidays or overnight stays?
  • Do you have a cancellation or refund policy?
  • Are there additional fees for administering medication, multiple pets, or travel?
  • Do you offer trial visits before committing to long-term or recurring care?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about pet sitting?
  • How do you handle pets that are shy, anxious, or aggressive?
  • Why do you think you would be a good fit for my pet(s) and our household?