Based in Chillicothe, Illinois

A friendly face
while you're
away.

From everyday drop-in visits to weekend overnight care, I help keep your pet’s day feeling familiar while you’re away.

Let's talk pet care

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Desiree holding a golden retriever puppy
Your pet’s new friendMeet Desiree ♡
Drop-in visits every dayComforts of homePersonal attention
Care for their everyday

Busy day? I've got
the pet part.

Let's talk about your schedule and the care your pet needs.

01 / EVERY DAY

Drop-in visits

Drop-in visits are available every day. Get in touch about potty breaks, meals, company, and a visit that fits your pet’s routine.

02 / WEEKENDS

Weekend overnight care

Going away for the weekend? I can stay overnight with your pets. Tell me about their routine and your dates so we can discuss the care they need.

Care is personal, so pricing is discussed when you contact me about your pet, dates, and needs.

The person behind the care

Hi, I'm Desiree.

I’ve been pet sitting for local families for over four years, based in Chillicothe, Illinois, and offering in-home care around Peoria, Dunlap, Peoria Heights, and surrounding areas. I know how much it means to have someone check in on your pet when you can’t be there. Pet Care by Desiree is about making those everyday moments a little easier—for you and your furry friend.

Tell me what makes your pet happy, what their routine looks like, and how I can help. We'll start with a conversation.

Della, a past client's dog
Della, a past client’s dog
A kind word from Della’s family
“Our Della girl absolutely loves Desiree. She takes great care of my fur baby and is always such a huge help. Would highly recommend for all your pet needs!”
— Grace Nuding, shared on Facebook
A little planning, a lot of care

Good to know before we meet.

Dogs, cats & more

I care for dogs and cats, and I’m open to caring for other animals, too—I love them all! I’m new to farm-animal care but willing to learn. Let’s discuss your animals’ needs and make sure I’m a good fit before confirming care.

Let’s meet first

We can arrange an in-home visit beforehand so I can meet you and your pets, learn their routine, and see where their food and supplies are kept. If time is limited, we can go over everything on a FaceTime call instead.

Photo updates, always

I’ll send photo updates throughout the day while caring for your pets, so you can see how they’re doing while you’re away.

Nearby & happy to help

I’m based in Chillicothe, Illinois, and serve Peoria, Dunlap, Peoria Heights, and surrounding areas. Outside those towns? Send me your location and I’ll let you know whether I can make the trip.

A little notice, please

Please give at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel.

Holiday care

July 4th is the only holiday I don’t work. For other holidays, get in touch to check availability and arrange care.

Plan a little peace of mind

Check my availability.

Choose a date to see availability, then get in touch to arrange care.

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All hours are Central Time.

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Tell me about
your best friend.

Based in Chillicothe, Illinois. Call, text, or email me with your pet’s needs and dates. I’m flexible and will discuss pricing with you directly.

deslittle101@gmail.com

How booking works

  1. 01Contact me with your location, dates, and pet’s needs.
  2. 02We’ll meet at your home or have a FaceTime call.
  3. 03We’ll confirm the care details, price, and dates.