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82 pet care are listed in Gaithersburg, MD
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Gaithersburg, MD
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I provide cat and dog care including feeding, waste cleanup, walking, playing, etc. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I have owned and cared for various cats and dogs. Look forward to assisting with your pet care needs.
5.0
"Victor was employed by us to feed our koi (pond) while we were in transition of moving and new owners coming in. He was very good at following our obscure directions and kept well in touch alerting us to any issues. He was timely and very efficient and we recommend...
Sara F.
Kathya E.
Gaithersburg, MD
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Kathya, I Love Pets, And I Would Love To Take Care Of Yours
5.0
(1)
I've always had a pet in my life, preferably dogs, but also had fish and birds. I mostly took care of my pets because they were my responsibility, so I treat them as my kids.
Kathya can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Kathya is super efficient in what she does! Always on top of her tasks and sometimes surprises me with how fast she accomplished it. She's flexible with hours if we need her longer and with tasks that might become bigger than expected. Always has a great attitude,...
Cristina B.
Katie F.
Gaithersburg, MD
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate, Dedicated And Loving Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
5.0
(1)
I currently work full-time for the Humane Society of the United States and will be relocating to Germantown in January. I'm seeking out opportunities in my new neighborhood to meet, love on and spoil new pets! I have been a huge pet person ever since I can remember and have been working as a part-time dog walker/pet sitter for...
Katie can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Katie has been pet sitting my dog, Mia, for about 7 years. She is everything you could ever want in a pet sitter: caring, reliable, honest, flexible, understands pet behavior, patient, and passionate about animals and their welfare. She has great communication and...
Samantha M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched, walked, watered, cleaned up after, fed, played with, spoiled and, most of all, loved animals. Many times, I have taken care of my family's, friends' and co-workers' animals. I myself have a 9-month-old boxer. What a gift animals are to our lives!
Heather can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Heather provided pet boarding for our 1 year old boxer puppy. He received excellent care and supervision while we were away. I would definitely recommend her to anyone. She was incredibly professional and gave me regular updates on how he was doing. I would...
Kara W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I always had dogs and cats since my childhood. I love having many of them around, they are the joy of the house.
My dogs currently live in Brazil, so I would love to play and walk with your little friend.
Suely can also help with: Grooming, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Lia V.
Gaithersburg, MD
$15-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have a beautiful chihuahua named Chloe. Therefore, I understand the commitment of having a pet and how much care and attention our pets need.
Lia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Elida was great at taking care of my dogs and was going to take care of my son when he got back this fall. Does a great job of communicating and is very concerned about doing the job well. Will be a great part of your team if you're looking to hire her. Sad to...
Jeff S.
Jessica B.
Gaithersburg, MD
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Jessica And I Am 34 Years Old. I Have Been Working At Veterinary Hospitals Since I Was 16
5.0
(28)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started working at my first veterinary hospital and now after 15 years working in the industry I am at a specialty practice in Germantown which I love. I have been a veterinary technician for over 28 years and could never do anything else. Pet sitting fulfills the rest of my life and makes me feel complete. I have over 15...
Jessica can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Jessica does a great job trimming my cat's claws and keeping her company when I'm away. She always sends updates and pictures while cat sitting "
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Glorimar M.
Gaithersburg, MD
$13-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working as a pet sitter for more than 4 years I do walks and sitting also feed them it's it need it , I personal own a German shepherd and a chihuahua. I'm a pet lover . Please feel free to contact me I can provide my references .
Glorimar can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Hello! My name is Irina, I am 19 years old and have spent the last 6+ years dog / cat sitting. I have a grown up with Standard Poodle's and love taking care of other people's dogs. I also have experience living with cats and find them so cute and quirky. I enjoy going for walks and having lots of play time and cuddles with your...
Irina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Lina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I enjoy caring for pets I'm familiar with, and I'm also new to pet care. I'm looking forward to learning & growing in this area.
Shenell can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
I have grown up with dogs and cats all my life so I have been around them forever. I currently have two cats of my own (age 5 and age 1).
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home.
I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also preform baths and light grooming.
I have extensive experience with both dogs and cats. I have two cats of my own and used to have a beautiful German Shepard. I'm comfortable with feeding, giving medication, baths, grooming (including clipping nails), and cleaning the litter box when it comes to cats. Occasionally I do pet sitting for family friends when they are...
Nilofar can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
A friendly, responsible, and lovely (dog mom) pet sitter who loves animals! I will be glad to help you!
Arianna can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Professionally I have experience working in a kennel experiencing dogs of all types as well as volunteering and shadowing children at my synagogue Or Chadash including 1 on 1 with a child on the spectrum, whom later became bar mitzvahed, I'm a naturally patient person. I can't wait to care for your friend no matter how much of a...
Alex can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have grown up working, volunteering with a variety of animals and having a variety of pets. I love them for you when you can't be there. I have experience with dogs, cats, ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchilla's, birds.
Anne can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
As a child growing up, I was surrounded by lots of live animals I called pets. We had 3 dogs, 3 cats, doves, and chickens that ran all around the house. I loved each kind of animal so dearly, I would always be the one helping my papa feed them. I remember even going to bed with either one of my cats or with my dogs.
This is to...
Sandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi my name is Dominique! I love dogs and cats! I have had a pet dog all my life. I have a sweet 3-year-old pug named Daisy!
Dominique can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I'd describe my personality as
goal oriented, dependable, responsible, and willing to go the extra mile to achieve success.
I like working with animals because I love animals. I am a cat and dog owner. I make sure they are well taken care of and provide food and love for them. Animals bring joy and companionship to their...
David can also help with: Pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Gaithersburg, MD
Victor M.
5.0
Victor was employed by us to feed our koi (pond) while we were in transition of moving and new owners coming in. He was very good at following our obscure directions and kept well in touch alerting us to any issues. He was timely and very efficient and we recommend him for any other jobs.
- Sara F.
Kathya E.
5.0
Kathya is super efficient in what she does! Always on top of her tasks and sometimes surprises me with how fast she accomplished it. She's flexible with hours if we need her longer and with tasks that might become bigger than expected. Always has a great attitude, patient and willing to re-do things...
- Cristina B.
Katie F.
5.0
Katie has been pet sitting my dog, Mia, for about 7 years. She is everything you could ever want in a pet sitter: caring, reliable, honest, flexible, understands pet behavior, patient, and passionate about animals and their welfare. She has great communication and always sends updates and pictures....
- Samantha M.
Heather M.
5.0
Heather provided pet boarding for our 1 year old boxer puppy. He received excellent care and supervision while we were away. I would definitely recommend her to anyone. She was incredibly professional and gave me regular updates on how he was doing. I would highly recommend her! Kara
- Kara W.
Lia V.
5.0
Elida was great at taking care of my dogs and was going to take care of my son when he got back this fall. Does a great job of communicating and is very concerned about doing the job well. Will be a great part of your team if you're looking to hire her. Sad to see her go.
- Jeff S.
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In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Gaithersburg, MD?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.01 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
There are 82 pet care providers in Gaithersburg, MD offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Gaithersburg or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Gaithersburg, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Gaithersburg, MD such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Gaithersburg, MD for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Gaithersburg, MD such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Gaithersburg, MD for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Gaithersburg, MD, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Gaithersburg, MD, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.
Ratings for Gaithersburg, MD pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Care in Gaithersburg, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 82 listed pet care.