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60 dog sitters are listed in Abingdon, MD
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 1 years
Dog sitters in Abingdon, MD
Taylor M.
Abingdon, MD
$15-21/hr
Furry friends need extra love too! I am open to dog sitting and walking. Happy to assist anyway I am able
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Having grown up always surrounded by pets, both cats and dogs, I have developed a deep love and understanding for animals. This experience has provided me with invaluable knowledge in pet care and has fueled my passion for spending time with and taking care of them. Specifically, my experience with dog walking has allowed me to...
Natalia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am an animal lover, especially of dogs. I am reliable, flexible and caring. I can't afford my own dog at the moment, but I love watching and spending time with dogs. I have experience dog sitting miniature schnauzers, Cava-poos, German shepherds, and labs. I volunteer at the humane society and walk the dogs, so I have...
Jess can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I have 2 lg dogs of my own which I walk everyday. I have always had dogs my whole life. I love dogs so much that sometimes when I'm in my car and see a dog I want to pull over and see the dog which I have done before. I also worked in a pet store and saw a lot of dogs and learned a lot about nutrition and other things in a dogs...
Reeca can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We interviewed with Reeca. She was fantastic to talk to and very friendly. We actually decided to go with daycare as oppose to a nanny. Had we gone with a nanny we would have chosen Reeca. Highly recommend."
Emily D.
I've cared for pets before, I've taken on house sitting, and dog walking. My personal experience is that I'm a large dog owner, and I have cats.
I'm familiar with the clean-up, feeding, and care of many animals, and I understand what it's like to have to rely on people when you go on vacations. I'm a fan of hiring pet sitters...
Jordan D.
Abingdon, MD
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jordan and I am 30 years old. I love animals. I have a 3-year-old Shepsky ( Shepard, husky mix) named Oakley. I also grew up with labs and cats. I have done pet sitting for several friends when they were away on vacation as well as family members. My brother has two kittens that I've cared for. Animals are one of...
Jordan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Holly Z.
Abingdon, MD
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have over 2 years of experience walking and sitting for dogs and cats and I love animals!
Holly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi! I love working with animals and have experience pet sitting. I grew up with a dog and understand the responsibilities associated with caring for a pet. I look forward to connecting with you about potential job opportunities :)
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Caroline was amazing with our sweet pup! She is trustworthy, honest, caring and responsible. She does exactly what is asked of her in caring for the pet she is taking care of. She updated us while we were away with pictures, and when we came home our pup was...
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4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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....
Holly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
4.0
"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 forward to booking her for my upcoming vacation!"
Robin T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have five years of experience caring for my two pets, as well as two years of dog-sitting for a close family friend. My pet-sitting service consists of me coming/staying to/at your house to look after and care for your pets; which includes feeding, giving oral medication, walking your dog(s), making sure they get an adequate...
5.0
"She is detail oriented when it comes to caring for pets. I never knew cats needed their water to be placed in a drastically different location from their food until Olivia told me so. So expect her to understand all the little quirks that may come along with caring...
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Maria M.
Forest Hill, MD
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(24)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maria. I love animals! I had a beautiful blue Weim of my own who I adored and treated as family. My love of animals started young . One of my first jobs was at my family owned pet grooming salon. I worked there helping out. In recent years I did a lot of rescue fostering of dogs very rewarding work.
I'm responsible ,...
Maria can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Maria was great with my dog. Checked in daily and sent pics while I was away. Highly recommend. "
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Dawn A.
Bel Air, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a former vet tech with over 25 years of paid pet sitting/dog walking and farm sitting experience. I've also owned my own horse business since 1993. I was raised in a multi-pet household with dogs, cats, birds, fish and many small critters. I have a dog, cat and 5 horses.
Dawn can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Dawn was wonderful and let me know each time she came to check on my cats. "
Gillian A.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been an animal lover my entire life and have 2 cats and 1 dog and I love to shower pets with affection so I decided to become a professional pet sitter! I am insured & bonded with Kennel Pro and a member of Pet Sitter's as well as Professional United Pet Sitters. I'm also background checked by Acutraq and certified in Pet...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"We hired Nicole to care for our dog and cats while we were away on vacation. This was our first experience with a sitter and I could not be more pleased. She is very good with the animals and put our minds at ease before we left. She kept in contact with us all...
Joseph J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up I had two cats who I looked after and cared for every day. I also volunteer at animal shelters and at pet adoption events. I am able to walk, groom/clean, and feed dogs and cats. I love animals and would treat your pets with care and love.
Katrina can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Stayed at my house and watched my dog for four days. My dog loves her! She's thoughtful, responsible, and smart. A quick study--she understood what needed to happen and why. Very responsible and trustworthy. Will definitely hire her again."
Georgina D.
Sheridan M.
Bel Air, MD
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have always loved animals. I have multiple pets including a dog, guinea pigs and chinchillas. My family fosters guinea pigs as well. I have experience dog sitting and cat sitting and I love learning how to care for new animals.
Sheridan can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Sheridan watched my cat for two weeks while I was away over the holidays. She made sure he was well fed, and played with him when he was lonely. I highly recommend Sheridan to watch your pets."
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Julia S.
Aberdeen, MD
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hi my name is julia! I'm an artist, a writer, and a proud dog mom! I grew up around all kinds of different animals due to foster homes, so now I love and care for all animals, all shapes and sizes. I've been pet sitting now for about 4 years. I always look forward to meeting new animals, I love getting to know them and their...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Julia is great with dogs she watched my pit bull and she was great , she is very sweet & lovable towards animals"
Natalie W.
Experienced sitter offering attentive care for dogs. Trusted by many clients for reliable service.
Camila can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have had a dog, Buddy, for 6 years. He is an Australian Shepard mix. I have pet sat before and look forward to more opportunities!
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Dog Training and pet sitting, walking and behavior assessment.
Reed can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
I have 2 dogs (German Shephard/lab mix and mutt) and 2 cats! Plus a turtle and some fishies! I have pet sat for some neighbors and friends, no allergies. Love animals!
Haley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Abingdon, MD
Reeca K.
5.0
We interviewed with Reeca. She was fantastic to talk to and very friendly. We actually decided to go with daycare as oppose to a nanny. Had we gone with a nanny we would have chosen Reeca. Highly recommend.
- Emily D.
Caroline T.
5.0
Caroline was amazing with our sweet pup! She is trustworthy, honest, caring and responsible. She does exactly what is asked of her in caring for the pet she is taking care of. She updated us while we were away with pictures, and when we came home our pup was happy and well taken care of! I would...
- Care member
Holly U.
4.0
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 forward to booking her for my upcoming vacation!
- Robin T.
Olivia G.
5.0
She is detail oriented when it comes to caring for pets. I never knew cats needed their water to be placed in a drastically different location from their food until Olivia told me so. So expect her to understand all the little quirks that may come along with caring for your beloved. She sees animals...
- Care member
Maria M.
5.0
I reached out to Maria through a referral. I am so glad that I did. I love that she gave me updates throughout his stay with her. She walked my pup multiple times and sent me lots of pictures. She made me feel very comfortable with him in her care, it was obvious to me that she really cares for the...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Abingdon, MD
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Abingdon, MD?
Dog sitters near you in Abingdon, MD 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Abingdon, MD?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Abingdon, MD 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 Abingdon, MD is $13.14.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Abingdon, MD?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Abingdon, MD. 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Abingdon, MD?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Abingdon, MD 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Abingdon, MD?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Abingdon, MD, 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.