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Alexis G.

Pet Sitter/Caregiver

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...

Amy A. says "Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She...

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Hanna M.'s Photo

Cat Lover

Portland, ME

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Hi there! I am looking to add pet sitting into my schedule. I have various pet experience, mostly in caring for friends' pets. I have a 4-year-old cat, Frankie, and I know how important it is to have someone make them comfortable while you're away. I also volunteer at a cat shelter, so I have experience with cats of all...
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Let Me Care While You're Not There

Portland, ME

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
daily feeding
My father has been training dogs for over 30 years, and my Mother even longer. I grew up with over 15 dogs and cats; and this does not include the rescue dogs nor the dogs my Dad took in for sitting or training. The breeds included German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Belgian Malinois, Retrievers, and Shelties. I also pet-sat for some...
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Part-Time Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
Whether you need someone trustworthy and reliable to watch your pets while you are a way or someone to help out with private walks and outings, I am happy to help! I offer over 10 years of paid experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, fish, and horses. I also have a dog of my own! I will give your pets plenty of love...
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Experienced Dog Walker And Sitter

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Eden, I'm a Portland native and am a big animal lover! I have a dog and 2 cats of my own, all whom are rescues. In addition, I have some experience training dogs, and roughly 3 years of dog walking and sitting. I'm patient, reliable, and loving! If you're interested, I'd love to hear more about what you're looking...
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Part-time Care Giver

Portland, ME

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I am a very patient, caring, energetic pet sitter and walker. I provide service in your home or outdoors. I have many years of personal experience working around pets, as well as simply spending time with them. I've worked around various dog breeds along with various cat breeds, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, and other pets. I am a...
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Sarah B.'s Photo

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
Aloha! I am a lover of furry/feathery friends and am here to help! I grew up on a farm with goats, horses, chickens, a dog and cats and have also worked on several farms where animal care was required. I am available to come feed and care for your animals, walk your dog, house sit or even care for your dog in my own home....
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I Love All Pets!!

Portland, ME

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
Hello! I am an 18-year-old college student who is currently attending the University of Southern Maine in Portland. I am a huge lover of all animals m, and have many at home myself. The hardest part about being away at college is how much I miss them! I left behind three cats, two dogs, three fish, and lots of chickens. I only...
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Shaelynn M.'s Photo

Portland, ME

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I have been actively pet sitting for people in my parent's neighborhood since I was around 14 years old. I have the most experience with cats and dogs, but I also worked at a pet store for a year, where I took care of small animals and birds. I am definitely comfortable with all animals and I am very good with all as well....
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Holiday Pet Sitter

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have intermittent experience in basic dog and cat sitting with dog breeds including smaller terriers and larger retrievers. I have experience in basic feeding and cleaning, as well as walking and play.
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Pet Sitter/walker!

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
I've always lived in a house full of animals from dogs, cats, birds, snakes, rabbits, hamsters. you name it! I'm extremely passionate for providing calm, attentive, flexible care for pets of any kind! I'm looking to provide pet sitting and walking services!
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Babysitter/Pet sitter

Portland, ME

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I have a lot of experience babysitting with children between the ages of 2 and 10. Also, growing up with 8 horses and cats and dogs, I am very comfortable watching pets. I truly enjoy both tasks and would love to help out!
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Pet Sitter!

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Jocelyn, and I'm a psychology student at Roger Williams University. I am a cat owner, and I would love to take care of your pets! Feel free to reach out to me.
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Laura P.'s Photo

Portland, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
Hi there! I've been pet sitting for many years. I prefer smaller dogs (but not a deal breaker) and cats. I have my own car and am comfortable taking dogs for walks.
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Part-Time Loving Pet Caregiver

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Ever since I could remember I've been extremely interested in caring toward animals. Having many different pet species growing up from dogs, cats, to reptiles, hamsters, birds, I've helped to care for all! Come to think of it, I've had dogs with me my whole life :) I currently have two small dogs. Addition to my ownership...
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Part-time Petsitter

Portland, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I provide in-home dog and cat sitting. I have three years of experience watching pets. I come from a home that has two cats.
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Kerrianne C.'s Photo

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
Hello! I am a dog owner, and a pet lover! I have worked with cats at a cat boarding facility in Natick, Massachusetts. I also pick up the occasional cat sitting/ dog sitting jobs from friends and family. Do you need care for your animals? Let's talk!
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Sarah M.'s Photo

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I have over six years of (paid) experience pet sitting but I have grown up with animals my entire life. My family always had dogs and cats and my aunt had horses and I would spend many days on the farm in the summer with many types of animals! I love and am comfortable with all animals. I currently volunteer at a cat...
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Cora K.'s Photo

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I'm an animal lover with experience both cat and dog sitting! I have a flexible schedule and love exploring new and old areas on long walks! Happy to provide references.
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Babysitter / Nanny / Pet Sitter

Portland, ME

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Eliza. I am 28 years old and live in Portland. I am currently looking to nanny for a new family starting in June, 4 days a week. I have had wonderful experience caring for children ages 3 months - 5 years old. I am mostly looking for one on one care, but open to two kids. I'm very compassionate, nurturing,...
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  • 60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.79/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated cat sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Portland, ME

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Portland, ME through Care.com will cost an average of $16.79 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 Portland, ME. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 24 cat sitters in Portland, ME, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

The best cat sitters near you in Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME, 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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