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Ashley R.
Bridgeville, PA
$5-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Ashley and I'm an avid animal lover! I have plenty of experience watching cats and dogs for families whether it be from them going on vacation or regular weekly walking responsibilities. I have even more extensive experience in my own household. I've had hamsters, turtles, guinea pigs, ferrets, dogs, and cats....
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Lorraine F.
Pittsburgh, PA
$5-10/hr
Occasional Pet Sitting For Vacation, Or Spur Of The Moment Circumstances.
I have a passion for animals, I have watched many of my friends, and family animals before. I love any kind of dog and cat. I have a cat and an old dog of my own. I always go to my aunt's house to play with their new puppy lab. I honestly adore any kind of animal and would love to watch them.
Lorraine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Auja! I am currently studying early childhood education at the University of Pittsburgh and also an Animal Rights activist. I am looking for part time/occasional jobs in Pet Care. I grew up with animals my whole life (3 dogs and 5 cats to be exact). I have a passion for pets of all sizes and species, I truly don't...
Auja can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
3.0
"I used her for my last job and it might of been my fault for telling her. She was allowed to have friends over. However the friends she ended up bringing over were high and I saw her on my house camera ignore my text messages."
Paige S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced cat sitter and cat owner ready to care for your precious pet! With two kittens at home, I understand the importance in finding a trusted and experienced sitter. Please contact me for twice-daily feeding, litter box maintenance, administering medications, and fun play time for your felines. I'll even water...
Diana can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Diana is an exceptionally kind person who loves animals and babies! She looked after my cats for me and they adore her. "
Keavy H.
Whitney D.
Baden, PA
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of animal kennel experience. While there, I was responsible for animal feedings, exercise, medications, boarding, and hygiene. It was my very first job and I loved it!!! Since then, I've maintained being a neighborhood dog walker and I house sit for many friends and family when the occasion calls for it.
I...
Whitney can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Whitney has been great! She is completely reliable and does a great job cleaning our home. She communicates well on what she needs and take great pride in keeping our home super tidy, which is not easy with 2 boys and 2 dogs!
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Karianne N.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Feel a sense of peace knowing your pet is safe with me. As a professional animal lover, I know how important social skills are for cats and dogs. I enjoy being outside (when the weather permits) for a long walk, or sitting in the sun with a kitty. Whatever your animal wants or needs, I will provide that for them!
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
4.0
"Lauren is extremely reliable and trustworthy. She was attentive to our puppy and very helpful in both training and socializing our dog. Anyone who is looking to hire someone who is punctual, caring, and a true animal lover should reach out to Lauren immediately."
Cori K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
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I've been pet sitting for people almost my whole life. Dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, I'm open to sitting for all kinds of animals. I have experience caring for elderly or disabled animals that need a little extra love and care. I'd love to help you and your pets anyway that I can. I like to send...
Sarah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sarah has been awesome to work with and is pleasant, reliable and dependable. Our fur-babies took to her right away and she doesn't just "sit" them while doing other things - she interacts with them and plays with them for as long as they want or until they are...
Cher M.
Kate B.
Glenshaw, PA
$12-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Kate! I have been a pet lover my whole life, growing up with dogs, cats, and various other types of animals. Currently I have a dog and cat who are my absolute world. I have experience pet sitting for dogs and cats doing in house check ins 1-2 times per day. I am able to spend as much time as you need during those check...
Kate can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kate treats the animals that she is watching like her own. I used her for when I went on vacation, and I have nothing but great things to say!"
Madison S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I truly believe pets are mans best friend. Throughout my life I've always had atleast one pet and since moving to the city I'm unable to care for one so I'd love to care for yours. I extremely comfortable with cats and dogs of all sizes. Throughout my own life, I've had 6 cats and 4 dogs ranging from Pugs to Pitbulls! I've been...
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have two cats of my own who are 10 years old. I have experience medicating them (skin applied, pilling, or liquid meds), as well as medicating clients' cats (skin applied, pilling, liquid meds, insulin). Pet sitter Insured through PCI.
I have cat sat for several multi pet families of up to 3 dogs, 5 cats, and a few reptiles....
Lindsay can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Lindsay was great with my 3 kitties! They warmed up to her quickly and they enjoyed her visits while we were away. I loved receiving the pictures during each visit. I highly recommend Lindsay for your pet care needs!"
Darlene L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am currently a fur baby owner and lover. I have always grown up with dogs/cats/small mammals, so I have many years experienced in the animal husbandry field. I presently have 2 dogs and 2 cats of my own along with a Chinese Beta fish. In the past, besides my current list of animals. I have also personally owned birds,...
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had cats most of my adult life. I have had dogs as a child. I now have a dog that I adore. I love both, have cared for both, and played with them. I scoop or pick up waste, feed and water, and make sure that they have everything that they need.
Other Services I Provide:
Senior Companion, Child Care, Errands/ Shopping,...
Liz can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Takes care of our cat while out of town,very trustworthy and dependable."
Sheryl M.
Sophie W.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have pet sit for numerous families and have grown up around dogs and cats. I am very active so am happy to go on long walks or just hang out with the dog or cat!
Sophie can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Sophie is hardworking, reliable, very trustworthy, and very safety conscious. She does not take unnecessary risks, is very ethical, and is extremely personable. She proactively solves problems and
takes her jobs very seriously."
Kim W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a well-rounded, sociable, and dependable adult. My family is from the Washington, PA area, however I live with my fiancé in Pittsburgh while we both finish our graduate degrees. I am a full-time student getting my doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy. I have grown up with dogs my entire life! I currently own a 6-year-old...
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I think she did a good job watching my 2 dogs. I will use her again."
Sabrina B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello
My wife and I treat our pets as our kids and will treat yours the same. I have a golden retriever and 2 Kitties For the past 15 years I have been a fulltime pet sitter I can do home visits for your dogs and cats. That would include playing, walking, feeding, giving meds, cleaning litter box, will bring in your mail take...
Michael can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Mike has been taking care of my dogs for almost a year now and he has done an excellent job. He is dependable and is great with the dogs. He has never missed a day for us. Also, he communicates well and lets us know every day how the dogs are doing. He works...
Janelle M.
Sabrina H.
Pittsburgh, PA
$9-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Former Math Teacher With Pet Care And Child Care Experience.
I recently graduated from NYU with a master's in math education. I taught full-time in a fifth-grade math class and loved it. I also volunteered as a Girls on the Run coach for two seasons, working with third to sixth-graders. These experiences brought me joy!
I have pet care experience and am absolutely an animal lover. I've...
Sabrina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
*Currently unavailable Memorial Day weekend* Hi! My name is Autumn and I have always had a passion for animals. I have grown up with cats my entire life. I have a deep love and connection to them. I am very empathetic towards animals and have been interested in expanding my experience in animal care. I have experience dog and...
Autumn can also help with: Pet sitting
Mary T.
Cranberry Township, PA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Mary and I am a sophomore at Penn State University studying Biobehavioral Health and home for the summer! I've taken many college level classes about child development and have learned a lot about childcare. I've also had loads of hands on experience, as I am the oldest of 3 girls and one of the oldest of 12...
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
I have enjoyed having a dog as part of my family since childhood. I think dogs are great! I like to learn about the breeds and meet them. I understand how important a daily walk is to our companion dogs. I notice the pleasure a walk together brings to the dogs I care for. In addition to taking dogs on energetic walks, I have...
Alisa can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Jessica S.
Bethel Park, PA
$5-10/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience with dog walking and dog sitting (big and little dogs), amongst other animals (birds, cats, fish). I am fit and enjoy exercising.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Oakdale, PA
Auja D.
5.0
Auja was the greatest sitter to my cat Rue! She always sent updates and pictures of her as well as being super flexible to your schedule. She makes sure to treat your pets as her own which is all any pet owner can wish for! Would definitely work with her again! :)
- Former Member A.
Diana F.
5.0
Diana is a great cat sitter! I invited Diana over before her first assignment cat sitting for me and got to know her a little bit. I was impressed with her professionalism, well-thought questions and natural ability to connect with animals. I immediately felt comfortable giving her the key to my...
- Rita C.
Whitney D.
4.0
I believe Whitney is a lovely young woman through our exchange of messages. Had she been able to stay in our home for extended periods to care for our dogs, I would have interviewed her and believe I would have hired her.
- Debra D.
Lauren G.
4.0
Lauren is extremely reliable and trustworthy. She was attentive to our puppy and very helpful in both training and socializing our dog. Anyone who is looking to hire someone who is punctual, caring, and a true animal lover should reach out to Lauren immediately.
- Cori K.
Sarah B.
5.0
Sarah has been awesome to work with and is pleasant, reliable and dependable. Our fur-babies took to her right away and she doesn't just "sit" them while doing other things - she interacts with them and plays with them for as long as they want or until they are tired out. She always responds quickly...
- Cher M.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Oakdale, PA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Oakdale, PA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Oakdale, PA through Care.com will cost an average of $12.50 per hour as of May, 2024. 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.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Oakdale, PA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Oakdale, PA. 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 Oakdale, PA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Oakdale, PA?
The best cat sitters near you in Oakdale, PA 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.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Oakdale, PA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Oakdale, PA 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.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Oakdale, PA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Oakdale, PA, 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.