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951 pet care are listed in Austin, TX
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Austin, TX
Deborah P.
Austin, TX
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Need Loving Animal Lover to Care for Your Pet? Look No Further
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mature, honest, caring, loving pet/house sitter available. Many years experience with pets. I will take care of them as if they were my own!
Deborah can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, dog training, pet sitting & more
Amanda R.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Animal Lover and be more than happy to take care of your pet
5.0
(1)
I have had dogs and cats all my life and families I have worked for. I have taken care of their animals.
I have had families going on trips and have asked me to come feed and walk their dogs.
Amanda can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking & more
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Growing up in a house full of pets I became comfortable at taking care of dogs, bunnies, cats, guinea pigs, and hamsters. Our dog, Tiger, loves to have dog company stay with us! We have two little (human) boys ages 10 and 7 and they are very caring and gentle with animals and love helping take care of our visitors.
Joanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming
5.0
"Joanna was a great host to our pup Blue over a long weekend. Blue didn't even want to leave! She was communicative, friendly, cared about our dog, and sent us pictures every day. I will definitely use her and her family for care in the future!"
Gus N.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Chloe and I have been caring/ pet sitting for about 4 years now. I have watched cats, dogs and birds. Willing to watch and care for any animal! I have always loved animals ever sense I was little! I do work 8:30am-4:30 p.m. during the week so depending how far you life from my work the animals will be left alone...
Chloe can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Chloe has pet/house sit for our family for over 3 years now. She is very dependable and our fur babies love her! We have a very anxious doggie and Chloe is so patient and understanding with her, so we always feel comfortable when they are under her care. I would...
Sandra P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Grace, former vet clinic volunteer and pet-sitting business owner. While at undergrad at UGA I spent my time outside of class walking dogs, house-sitting, and even taking care of bunnies. I graduated in May and with my graduation I paused my pet-sitting business to pursue a job in my major. I have now gone down to part...
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Wonderful experience. Margaret took care of my two large Labradoodles for 4 days. I will definitely use her services again and I recommend her!!!"
Michele C.
5.0
(1)
I believe everyone has something they are naturally passionate about. For some, it's helping people, being a professional athlete, becoming a singer/actor, etc. I feel my passion is definitely working with small children. As young as I can remember, I've always wanted to work with children. I've had a couple opportunities to...
Aleece can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Aleece has been a great help to my family. The kids loved her and she had infinite energy to keep up with my rambunctious toddlers! She's really the bees knees!!"
Ellie E.
5.0
(1)
Ever since the age of 11 I've been an animal lover, owner and enthusiast. I've owned and/or babysat hedgehogs, hamsters, parakeets, cats, dogs, bears (just kidding) and more! I currently only pet sit (and occasionally foster pets from APA) so 100 percent of my time is devoted to taking care of your baby. My place includes loads...
Michelle can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Chelsea W.
Austin, TX
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Will Maintain Your Pet Care Standards And Love Your Pups As Though They Were My Own!
5.0
(2)
My mother is an active leader in a dog rescue organization. This has made me extremely comfortable around many shapes and sizes of dogs. I have been fostering dogs my whole life. Additionally, I am very experienced in dog and cat sitting. I will make sure to follow your instructions for your pet and care for them as though they...
Chelsea can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced Dog Walker and am currently registered with Wag, I have professionally walked dogs for almost a year. I absolutely love animals, and am very open to whatever request is needed.
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Emily E.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
An Experienced Dog And Cat Lover Looking For In Home Pet Care. I Am Very Flexible With Availability!
5.0
(2)
I currently have a Yorkie-Poodle and a miniature Schnauzer and I used to have a pit bull mix. I have done multiple years of dog & cat sitting. I also currently have a cat and 2 Dumbo rats. I love spending time with animals, it is my favorite thing to do! I am very flexible when it comes to working and am willing to work up to 25...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Phoebe. I am an experienced pet sitter and dog walker. I live in Austin and attend graduate school at Texas State University. I am reliable, puntucal, and communicative. I have experience with dogs, cats, and rabbits.
Phoebe can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Phoebe took care of our 3 big dogs for 2 years. She recently moved and we were so sad to lose her. She walked our dogs daily, fed them, and made sure they had enough food and water. On a few occasions Phoebe also helped when we were out of town and house sit for us...
Andrea L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for various pets over my lifetime, along with the two cats I currently own. I often pet-sit for the families that I nanny for as well as a few friends. My care primarily consists of feedings, walks, play time, litter/waste removal, cleanliness of pet, or home (i.e., pick up if they make a mess), medication (pills...
Carmen can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training & more
5.0
"Carmen dog sat for our active lab over the holidays and was amazing and very dependable. Our dog had a foot injury and she was great about bringing him to the vet while we were gone and giving him his meds. She really went above and beyond. Would recommend her to...
Linda L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Natalie and I absolutely love animals! I have 8 animals at my parents house at the moment and I dog sit quite frequently. I have been dog sitting my neighbors who have 3 dogs for the past 10 years now and I dog sit other families as well. I myself have experience with dogs, cats, birds, and fish. I know how to...
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Natalie is fantastic! Dependable, easy to get along with, smart, and self-directed. She has helped us with everything from dog walks to setting up a baby nursery!"
Allie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have cared for many different types of pets in the past including dogs, cats, hermit crabs, spiders, guinea pigs, gerbils and hamsters. I am open to just about anything! I am fascinated by animals of all sizes and would love to assist you in caring for your fur-baby (or scaly/feathered...
Makayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently have an adult cat who I feed and care for daily. I have also cared for her 2 litters of kittens and bottle fed them. I've adopted a yellow labrador and had him for 3 years before my sister took him in when I went to college. I am vegan, so I care deeply about animals, their needs, showing them compassion, and...
Elvia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Elvia nannied for my son for the entire school year and did a wonderful job. She's very reliable and punctual, great at communication, and is very patient and loving towards kids. And as a bonus, she is bilingual Spanish and English! We would definitely recommend...
Jessica Z.
5.0
(1)
I have grown up around animals and having pets my whole life. I recently moved into an apartment in NW Austin, not permitting me to have pets of my own. I have had previous pet-sitting experience over the past 5yrs, but this is my first time looking for jobs through Care.com. I am currently working at a ministry school in...
Marissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I would love to care for your dogs and cats. I can provide dog sitting in my home or in your home. I have years of experience caring for my neighbors' pets, and they would provide references upon request. My cat Ms. Sweetie Pie lived for 14 years and I miss her dearly. Although I am not ready for a new pet yet; I would...
Marianela can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Marianela is very dependable and trustworthy. She followed up and stayed in constant communication. I would trust her with my pets and home again."
Catherine L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 68-year-old, retired teacher that has raised four sons. I have had cats and dogs that were family members throughout their entire precious lives. I have been pet and house sitting for 15 years. I can also care for your home while you are away, taking in mail, watering plants etc. for the same price. I do not do boarding in...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"She was really friendly and my dog loved her. Also left the house nice and clean for us to come home too"
Krista M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had a lot of experience with pets and or animals. I love to care for them all. From a snake to a mouse, I can handle them all. Pets keep you going and that's another thing that I like about them. That no matter how tired you are, they will try their best to make you happy and ensure that you have a healthy lifestyle. I...
Ahnissa can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Adrian and I'm an Austin, Texas native. I enjoy swimming, hiking and time with family and friends. I currently have a German shepherd/collie mix and short hair cat! They're my world.
I have previous experience in the veterinary field as a veterinary assistant, assisting with the caring of animals. I know basic first...
Adrian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I hired Adrian to pet sit my senior dogs and he did a fantastic job! He sent me updates and put my mind at ease. My senior dogs can be a lot but he made me feel a lot better and reassuring. "
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Austin, TX
Joanna P.
5.0
I have had many cat sitters over the past two years of living in Austin and thought I had found the best, UNTIL I MET JOANNA. She is extremely professional, kind and compassionate, both to the owner and my pet. I'll admit, I'm somewhat of a high maintenance owner and she went ABOVE AND BEYOND both...
- Care member
Chloe L.
5.0
Chloe has pet/house sit for our family for over 3 years now. She is very dependable and our fur babies love her! We have a very anxious doggie and Chloe is so patient and understanding with her, so we always feel comfortable when they are under her care. I would recommend Chloe to anyone looking for...
- Sandra P.
Margaret H.
5.0
Grace was amazing! We are almost afraid to give her 5 stars as we know more people will want her for their pet's. We were delayed from coming home and she stayed as long as she could. We got home shortly after she left and our puppy and older dog were happy and content. We don't like to be late but...
- Nancy E.
Aleece B.
5.0
Aleece has been a great help to my family. The kids loved her and she had infinite energy to keep up with my rambunctious toddlers! She's really the bees knees!!
- Ellie E.
Phoebe C.
5.0
Phoebe walked & boarded our dogs when we went on vacation. She was punctual, communicative & took great care of our babies. We would recommend her to anyone looking for care for their pets.
- Sofia C.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Austin, TX
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Austin, TX?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.06 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 Austin, TX?
There are 951 pet care providers in Austin, TX 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 Austin 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 Austin, TX?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX?
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 Austin, TX, 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 Austin, TX?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Austin, TX, 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 Austin, TX pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Pet Care in Austin, TX are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 134 reviews of the 951 listed pet care.