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Harlee W.

Battle Creek, MI

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Harlee and I love animals! I have 2 dogs of my own, and they're like family to me! With me, your cat or pup would receive the best service with pet sitting and walking! We would go on long walks together, and even play with a toy or two! I can't wait to hear from you soon!
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Pet Sitter/Pet Care

Plainwell, MI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a very experienced pet owner. I have had pets since I was a little girl, ranging from cats, dogs, birds, hamsters, and mice. I currently have two cats of my own, and love to be around animals and give them the best care possible.
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No Sitter? How A-woof-ul.

Mattawan, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
I'm sorry for the terrible dog joke, but I would like to watch your fur baby if you need a dog sitter! I am trained with big and little dogs of all kinds of breeds! No allergies to any animal. A reptilian aficionado, your scaly friends need love too! And no kitty cat issues here! I love all kinds of animals and am passionate...
Hailey G.'s Photo

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! I'm Hailey, a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for both dogs and cats. I've done several weeks of overnight dog and house sitting for a German Shepherd, and I grew up with both large and small dogs, so I'm comfortable with a wide range of breeds and temperaments. I also have a cat of my own, so I...
Sydney A.'s Photo

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! My name is Sydney, i'm 19 years old. I've been pet sitting for the past 3 years. I've watched cats, dogs, fish, can you pigs, and hamsters for multiple families over the years.
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Pet Sitter And Enthusiast

Paw Paw, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've worked with pets for a few years now. I have a guinea pig at home that I help take care of, and have had several one off pet sitting jobs, including cats, dogs, and fish. I am willing to help with walking the pet, taking care of it's food and water, cleaning any cage or mess, and spending time with the pet for play.
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Pet Sitting, Walking, And Check Ins

Kalamazoo, MI

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi all! My name is Megan and I am a senior at WMU getting a degree in biology to move into healthcare :) I have been raised around pets including cats, dogs, and even chickens! I have a dog of my own named Sage and I love being around animals! As far as availability goes, it depends on the service you're searching for!
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Avid Animal Lover

Gobles, MI

from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide pet care and sitting in your home! I was always raised with dogs and working on our family cattle farm. I love animals of all sizes and ages. I have 2 Akitas at this time - which is like having 2 calves in the house but wouldn't change it for the world. I would prefer to not board in my own home and rather keep your...
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Battle Creek, MI

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! I have Over 5+ years of experience with pet sitting over night and just stopping in. I also have quite the experience with farm animals, horses, cows, goats, chickens. From 5 cats to 5 dogs of all breeds. With specific special needs and very familiar with medication administration also!
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Kalamazoo, MI

from
$12/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Grace, an I am a Social Work student at WMU. I have had my own dog, named Koda, for 7 years now, as well as a cat named Saoirse. Other experience I have includes a previous job dog sitting twice a week for a sweet boy named Cooper, and staying weekends to dog sit for a family friend of mine. I am a outdoorsy,...
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been around dogs my entire life. My family has had many breeds of dogs and I have grown to love them as if they were my own. I have had many roommates and have accepted their dogs as if they were my own. I had no problems letting them outside, taking them for walks, feeding them, cleaning up any messes they made, throwing...

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  • 51 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.80/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated cat sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Portage, MI

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Portage, MI through Care.com will cost an average of $11.80 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 Portage, MI. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 5 cat sitters in Portage, MI, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

The best cat sitters near you in Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI, 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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