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Katelin R.

Pet Sitter For A Year And Half

Essex, MD

from
$10/hr
Daily feeding
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
I took care of pit bulls (I own a half pit and two cats), snakes, mice, rats, hamsters, and dogs. I am just starting to see this as a carer and I do not take care of spiders or ants.
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Essex, MD

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Krysta and I have been working in the veterinary field for over 2 years now. I grew up with dogs, cats, and fish, but am open to caring for all sorts of pets! I have done pet sitting for over 5 years, mostly for family, and have experience giving daily medications to pets.
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Pet Sitting for Dogs, Cats, Birds, or Fish.

Nottingham, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting for my neighbors for many years when they go on vacation. I love animals and am very reliable. I live in the Nottingham area, so I would like to stay in that area if you need a sitter. I am very loving to the animals and they all take to me. I will not take care of snakes. Thank you.

Kate B. says "Susan was great as our dog sitter! We have used her several times, and she goes that extra step to give TLC to all 3 of our dogs. Even our little dog who...

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Pet Sitter/Caregiver/Walker

Baltimore, MD

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
grooming
dog training
pet walking
I can provide in-home pet care, dog walking services, and pet bathing in addition to light grooming. I am currently a pre-veterinary student at Purdue University with 7 years experience caring for my own dog, Duke, and cats. In addition, I have worked at a pet grooming shop for the past 4 years and have worked with many types of...

Joseph B. says "Maya is very personable and well spoken. She took great care of our cats (and there business) while we were gone. Our house was exactly how we left it and...

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Experience

Baltimore, MD

3.9(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello to one and all, my name is Ryan and I hope I will be able to assist you and your family in anyway. I have always been house-sitting and taking care of fur babies within there own home for their own safety and happiness. I have an ideology were taking care of pets should be in there own space at homes where they fell safe...

Duane W. says "Ryan went above and beyond. Far more than exceeded expectations. Great guy that's great with animals."

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Friend To All Animals

Perry Hall, MD

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a lover of most all animals. Years of time around and caring for dogs and cats. Have also expanded to giving reptile care. Love going for walks, as well as just hanging out, outside or in weather depending of course. I can do drop in visits as well as overnight stays. I am only available to sit in your home at this time....

Robin T. says "Holly was great to meet and interview, my dogs were so excited to meet her. She is extremely personable, arrived early, and was easy to talk to. I look...

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Occasional Pet Sitter Available

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
I am a complete pet lover, and have had many over the years, especially fish! My cat is my baby, I've had her for 14 years now and am experienced in taking care of her. I've also had two dogs, a Beagle, and a Black Lab mutt. I used to walk them and play with them all of the time before they had to be put down.

Ali B. says "Love Largo! She is an absolute gem. Our children love her and she is so incredibly focused and in-tune with young children. She is always available and...

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Pet Sitter

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I'm Maria. In addition to my college degrees, I also have a certificate as a veterinary assistant. I have worked in clinics as well as taken care of my own pets including fish, cats, dogs, horses, and a hedgehog! :)

Leigh K. says "Maria was fantastic! She is conscientious, attentive, caring and also detail-oriented, not to mention smart and funny! We are looking forward to hiring...

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Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I am a true animal lover! I have two cats and a leopard gecko. I am a full time nanny who has also taken care of many pets. I've worked with eight families and five of which had pets with many different health conditions. I'm my friends go to pet sitter.
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Calm, Dependable Animal Caregiver

Parkville, MD

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$19/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I'm Lyndsey. Over the last 8 months, I've been professionally dog-walking and pet-sitting cats and dogs. Growing up with both, I have a lot of love for our furry friends! I feel I understand cat and dog behavior quite well, and have experience administering medicine and insulin to animals. I have my own senior dog who I...
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Nottingham, MD

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I'm Corinne. I've had dogs and cats growing up and now that i've moved out I miss having furry friends around. Hoping I can help someone out with dog sitting or dog walking and get to meet some great people and pets!
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Pet Sitter

Nottingham, MD

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$12/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
I have four cats in my country of origin and three dogs on my grandparents' farm. I miss being able to pamper animals too much, so I couldn't think of a better idea than to be a nanny, honestly I love most animals and I love spoiling them.
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Animal Lover

Parkville, MD

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$11/hr
I love animals! I had 2 dogs, 7 cats, and fish at one time, until they went on to pet heaven because of old age. I now live with someone allergic to pets so I can't have any in my home, but would love to care or sit for someone Else's in my free time. :)
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Pet Care Sitter

Nottingham, MD

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hi my name is Brielle, I am 24 years old I have grown up with various animals and I have been caring for animals as well as children for 6 years, I have 1 cat named socks who is a rescue , but have cared for many breeds of dogs, I am a mother to a 2-month-old little girl who mostly sleeps all day either in a chest carrier or a...
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pet Care

Rosedale, MD

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hey, I am Alyssa. I am 18 years old and absolutely love animals. I have worked with farm animals including goats, chickens and horses. I also love house pets and mainly work with dogs, cats, and fish. I was in zoo one summer where I gained a lot of experience with animals as well as pet sitting for many neighbors growing up and...
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Part-Time Caregiver!

Baltimore, MD

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
I've had dogs my entire life and helped train them as well. Right now I have two adorable dogs, Lilly (standard poodle) and Ike (mutt). I love dogs of all kinds and have a lot of experience dog-sitting! Unfortunately my mother is allergic to cats so we never had one growing up, but I have cat-sat on numerous occasions for family...
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Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have been dog/ cat sitting for over 4 years now! I love pets and I am super friendly. I want to make the environment as comfortable as possible for your pets by keeping their normal routine and doing activities they like. I have 1 dog, Trust, and one cat, Nugget.
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Veronika B.'s Photo

Middle River, MD

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have some experience with personal clients, dog and cat sitting. The responsibilities included feeding walking entertaining and making sure everything stays clean.
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Available As A Summer Pet Sitter

Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up with four cats and a border collie, so I'm very familiar with all the needs of both cats and dogs. I am happy to play with your animals, take them for walks, change cat litter, whatever you need!
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Part-time Experienced Pet Sitter Available

Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I grew up with dogs, cats, turtles, hermit crabs, and even a rooster at one point! I'm an animal lover that believe pets should be treated like family and taken care of accordingly. Very used to dog-walking, filling water dishes, giving pets the attention and care they need, and emptying litter boxes and cleaning up the backyard...
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  • 60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent cat sitter reviews from local parents in Essex, MD

Cat Sitters in Essex, MD are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters

Susan C.

Susan was great as our dog sitter! We have used her several times, and she goes that extra step to give TLC to all 3 of our dogs. Even our...

- Kate B.

Maya B.

Maya is very personable and well spoken. She took great care of our cats (and there business) while we were gone. Our house was exactly how...

- Joseph B.

Ryan Z.

Ryan went above and beyond. Far more than exceeded expectations. Great guy that's great with animals.

- Duane W.

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Essex, MD

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Essex, MD through Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of June, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.

You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Essex, MD. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 2 cat sitters in Essex, MD, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

The best cat sitters near you in Essex, MD have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.

It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Essex, MD if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.

When looking for a cat sitter near you in Essex, MD, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.

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