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Mckenley C.

Pet Sitting

Abilene, TX

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, My name is Mckenley and I would love to get to know your furry friend/water baby! I have a dog back at home, a Labrador retriever named Bella and I hope I get the chance to have some fun with you sweet family member.
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Toni R.

Abilene, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dog training
grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello, I have 30 years of experience training pet therapy, ES and service dogs. I am happy to provide my DOT Known Traveler ID which requires a thorough background check by the FBI, my DMV record, insurance and Covid (x4) shot record. (Yes, dogs can get Covid too.) I don't do boarding but I am available to house sit and pet sit....

Mary H. says "Toni took care of my two cats and gave medicine to one of them (who suffers from seizures). She was great about communicating, and it was wonderful peace of...

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Jonathan L.

Reliable And Experienced Sitter

Abilene, TX

from
$8/hr
6 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
boarding
+ 1 more
I have 20+ years of companion animal experience. I have provided for cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, birds, fish, and even exotic creatures like snakes. I am able to provide any services, such as pet sitting, cleaning/maintenance (litter boxes, cages, fish tanks, etc.), plant/garden services, and picking up any...
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Felicity N.

Abilene, TX

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I've always lived in a home with pets and I currently have a dog and a cat who are wonderfully spoiled. I've done quite a lot of pet sitting for friends and family throughout the years and I will make sure your pets are loved and taken care of!
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Vanessa G.

Best Doggie Sitter Out There!

Abilene, TX

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have two pups + 10 chickens! I am super comfortable with animals. I can do weekly/daily walks! I can do pet sitting as well. Services: -dog walking ($15 per walk) -pet sitting ($20 per day) -chicken care ($20 per day) -coop cleaning ($35 per coop) - bigger coops need to be negotiated Let me be your pups fun aunt! Thank...
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Alvaneya N.

Abilene, TX

from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi there! A little about me is that I have had 4 years of experience in dog sitting! I'm currently starting a pet sitting business! I love animals and I hope to grow with yours!
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Natalie B.

Abilene, TX

from
$10/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide dog and cat sitting in your home. I ve had multiple dogs and cats as family pets all of my life, so I am well prepared to take care of and love your pets! There is nothing I love more than spending time with animals, especially cats and dogs.
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Avery M.

Abilene, TX

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 5 years of experience dog sitting. I love furry friends and am available for overnight stays and extended periods of time.
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Silvanna S.

Abilene, TX

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
HI! I have been pet sitting for plenty of families back home in Prosper, Texas for over 5 years now. I have done overnight dog sitting, bathed, walked dogs, taken them to vet visits, etc. I love all breeds and sizes of dogs and hopefully, I can help you out! Thank you for reading this!
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Delanee W.

Abilene, TX

from
$10/hr
I love animals & can pet sit when needed! Take your dogs on walks when needed! Whatever you need I'm there & excited to work with you & your furry friends!
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Brileigh D.

Abilene, TX

from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Hi!! I am a senior at Texas Tech University, double majoring in Criminology/ Forensic Science and American Sign Language/ English Interpretation. I am an animal lover and cat mom! I enjoy reading, hanging out with my cats, baking, arts and crafts, and signing! I have 5 years of experience pet sitting and I've had multiple pets...
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  • 11 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.18/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Abilene, TX

Dog sitters near you in Abilene, TX can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Abilene, TX to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Abilene, TX is $11.18.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Abilene, TX. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Abilene, TX we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Abilene, TX, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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