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All my life I have been surrounded by animals. I am used to taking care of dogs, cats, and birds. While I haven't had any pet care-giving jobs, I am constantly taking care of my own pets (4 dogs and 4 cats). I also have a family member who is a holistic veterinarian that takes care of animals for families in her area. Pets have...
Emily can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced pet sitter who has previously dog sat in home for a family for weeks at a time. I have my own family dogs and love all doggos. I am experienced in other animal care as well, from birds/fish/horses onward. Trustworthy and reliable to ensure your pets are cared for and loved on while you're away.
Abigail H.
Crown Point, IN
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
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My Names Abigail, I have been animal sitting for 2 years and absolutely love it. Growing up I lived on a farm and took care of horses, dogs, cats, birds, chickens, llamas, donkeys and many more. I am familiar with taking care of many pets. I do have my own car as well.
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have natural knack for animals, an animal whisperer if you will! I've had a chihuahua for 9 years, & a German Shepard Blue heeler Mix for 4 years. Currently also have spraying Mantis & Spider too! I've owned snakes, iguanas and other small lizards, cats, dogs, fish, birds, and even a baby alligator.
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Hi there, I live in Schererville and have always had pets, mostly dogs but also have had birds, fish and Guinea pigsI would give your pets much love and attention! Our dog Charlie is attached to my hip, he's my buddy! I would love to help you out with your pets so I do hope to hear from you soon! Thank you
Cyndi can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Shannon H.
Munster, IN
$8-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! If you've seen my other information you'll see I've worked with kids and seniors for many years. Well, along the way, I've owned or helped care for countless different animals. I'm not the crazy cat lady, but I do care deeply for any animal and will do all I can to take care of any I come across. I'm currently going to...
Shannon can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training & more
Ellyn V.
Crown Point, IN
$15-18/hr
Love spending time with animals and caring for them. Growing up in a household where there were always animals that needed tending to, I found myself always curious and intrigued by Gods good creation of living things. I've cared for many pets as a teenager (gecko, fish, birds, bunnies, horse, dogs). if I wasn't caring for...
Ellyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I am a college student at Purdue, and I love animals! I have grown up with almost every pet imaginable, so I have a lot of experience caring for them. I have had dogs of all sizes, rodents, birds, fish, and even a turtle. I took two years of pre-veterianary medicine course work before I changed my major. During that time I was...
Bess can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Melanie Y.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and reliable pet sitter for dogs, cats, and all manner of small furry creatures. I am happy to feed birds, turtles, and fish... but have limited experience. No snakes, spiders, lions, tigers, or bears. However I will consider pandas on a case by case basis!
My rates are $20+ for a daytime visit and $50+ for...
Melanie can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"So great to have found her. Just a gem!"
Sharon L.
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willa. I come with plenty of experience with pets. I have worked at the South Suburban Pet shelter volunteering my time walking and comforting those fur babies in need. I have been foster mom for many litters of kittens. I have had a large Nordic pup and now my chihuahua Wally. I also have my puss Lee. I have...
Willa can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, grooming, pet walking
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"Willa was absolutely great with my Teo cat babies! They've never been away from home before and I must say after my weeks travel they were so comfortable when I picked them up, they didn't want to leave. I will be using Willa for all of my care needs"
Alicia R.
Hi! I'm Katie, I'm 30 years old and I love animals! I have a cat named Simba. I grew up with all sorts of animals, I had frogs, birds, dogs, rabbits, hamsters and a very large fish tank. I've been pet sitting and dog walking since I was 13 years old. I would love to help your family out! Please reach out with any questions! :)
Katelin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've owned many fish, dogs, cats, birds, bearded, dragon lizards, so I do know how to take care of those type of pets.
Kennedy can also help with: Grooming, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had pets my whole life including; Cats, bunny, birds, fish & dogs. I love animals. When it comes to mine, they are my heart, my best friends, my family. I protect them and take care of them with all I have. This is how I will care for yours. This is a promise. Yes, even snakes, lizards, or anything else you love. Let me...
Juliane can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Grace. I have always been an animal lover, and I have had much experience taking care of pets. I have a 10-year-old dog at my house and have raised her since she was a pup! I also have experience watching my neighbors cats and grandmother's bird. I hope to become a marine biologist in the future because of my...
Sabir A.
Valparaiso, IN
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a super positive and energetic student. I study online, so I find plenty of time I can utilize for part time work. I've personally had cats, birds (parakeets and canaries), and a leopard gecko. I enjoy helping friends who are breeders take care of their dogs and/or reptiles, including snakes.
Sabir can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
I graduated mid-term and will be attending university in the fall! I am looking for something to fill my time as well as to help save money for school!
Need a pet sitter? I'd love to help! Through my life I have had hamsters, birds, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, cats, dogs and more! I have also pet sat family, friends, and for...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Joanie D.
Cedar Lake, IN
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals very much. I'm kind, trustworthy, on-time. All animals, fish and etc. love me and warm up immediately. I have 2 dogs myself-bischon poo, golden doodle. I have had over 5 cats inside pets for last 30 years. Pet rabbit too among fish, reptiles and birds. If you gave me the opportunity, you wouldn't be disappointed.....
Joanie can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking
Abigail P.
Cedar Lake, IN
$16-23/hr
Hey! My names Abbie, I am 19 years old. I love animals, I have a cat named Beau, and a dog named Molly. I have had animals of all kinds all throughout my life. I've had birds, bunnies, dogs, cats, and fish. I used to work at a stable, so I have experience with horses and barnyard animals as well! I've pet-sat a few times...
Abigail can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I adore animals and grew up with dogs, hamsters, birds, and rabbits. Currently, I have two dogs and a rabbit who I love dearly.
Shelby can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide cat, dog, bird, and any other small mammal or reptile sitting, care taking, feeding, and any other need. I am an experienced former veterinary assistant, bird keeper for the Indianapolis Zoo, and program animal coordinator for Sunset Hill Farm County Park with over 10 years of experience. I love cats, dogs, birds, farm...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, administration of medicine
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FAQ for finding bird sitters near you in Merrillville, IN
What do bird sitters near me in Merrillville, IN do?
A bird sitter can act as a babysitter for your pet bird. They can make sure your bird has enough fresh food and water. They can also play with them and clean their cages. The bird sitter may need to administer medicine if that’s something your bird requires. When hiring a bird sitter near you in Merrillville, IN, it’s important you interview them and make sure you’re on the same page about what types of responsibilities you need them to take on.
How much do bird sitters cost near me in Merrillville, IN?
Hiring a bird sitter near you in Merrillville, IN costs an average of $10.00 per hour as of May, 2024. Bird sitter rates will vary depending on where you live, how many birds require care, and the types of services you may need. Bird sitters may also choose to charge a fixed day rate for their services.
How can I find a bird sitter near me in Merrillville, IN?
You can use Care.com to help you find a bird sitter near you by filtering and sorting local bird sitter profiles by distance from Merrillville. You can compare bird sitter options near you by reading about their experience and the types of services they offer. You can even read reviews from other bird owners.
Is it safe to hire a pet bird sitter near me in Merrillville, IN?
While we strongly recommend you do your own research (such as conducting an independent background check and interviews) before hiring anyone to come into your home to care for your pet birds, we do ask all bird sitters on Care.com to complete a background check called a Care Check. If a provider near you in Merrillville, IN completes this background check, there will be a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What kind of birds can I hire a bird sitter for near me in Merrillville, IN?
You can use Care.com to search for more general pet sitters and bird sitters. You can also look for bird sitters that specialize in certain types of birds such as an exotic bird sitter or parrot sitter. If you own farm animals such as ducks or chickens, you can also look for specialized care. The type of caregivers available in your area can vary near you in Merrillville, IN.