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April S.

Punctual, Responsible Sitter

Akron, OH

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I ve been caring for dogs, cats, fish, and other pets for the last 18 years. I have a few families I work for regularly. I do have a very flexible schedule and an open to over nights, walks, as well as drop in visits.
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Hannah C.

Pet Care

Akron, OH

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$12/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Hannah and I would love to spend time with your pets! I have been pet sitting since 2015, and have nine pets of my own! My specialty is dogs and cats, but I also have guinea pigs, so I can help with smaller animals such as guinea pigs, hamsters, bunnies, fish, frogs, turtles, etc.! I am also willing to learn how...
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Kendal Y.

Akron, OH

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals, and I always try to go the extra mile when caring for them! walking, and sitting for animals are my comfort areas, available to care for dogs and cats.
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Natalie S.

Animal Lover With Free Time!

Akron, OH

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello! My name is Natalie and I have grown up with dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, and birds! While I love animals, my degree is in Social Work. I currently work from home and have an extremely flexible schedule that allows me a lot of free time. I love animals of all shapes and sizes and would love to be able to...
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Sierra W.

Fur Baby Enthusiast And Treat Expert

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I'm Sierra and I would love to meet your animal babies! So far, I have managed to befriend three grumpy yorkies, a skink, a bearded dragon, and three cats while having two cats of my own. I understand that all pets have specific needs, and I have learned many different ways to accommodate schedules of both the animals...
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Kalli G.

Kalli, Will Love Your Pets Like You Do!

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
I am a great resource for taking care of any pet. I study holistic nutrition and medicine for both animals and humans, so I can answer many questions. I can help with ailments and behavior problems. I also make homemade dog food with great whole ingredients. My schedule is open and I am available anytime! I'd describe my...
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Gabriella W.

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am very experienced with dogs especially. I have grown up with dogs my whole life. I currently have two dogs at home that I help take care of. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I would love to help care for your pets.
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Isabela S.

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I provide dog/cat, or other animal sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced caregiver of dogs and cats and have worked for a number of families. I am espically a huge dog lover of all sizes and ages, as well as cats, bunnies, and more! I can also perform baths, light grooming, nail grooming, etc. I love animals and strive my...

John K. says "Isabella is an amazing young lady. She is very reliable and goes way above expectations. While taking care of our two Dobermans and two cats twice a day...

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Gideon F.

Experience

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
I have two beautiful pets. Gorgia( British pull dog) and A black lab( bailey)that we adopted. I'm a student at Ohio state and havent been back to see them for about three months. I Love taking care of pets. I have 3 years of pet sitting but I have been take care of our pets since I was 12 so I have alot of experience.
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Joslyn M.

Akron, OH

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Dog training
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
+ 1 more
I have loved being with animals since I could walk. They became my happiness, pride, and joy. Always making sure that they live the most spoiled and loved life possible. I will always ensure that your pets are safe and comfortable. I will move at their pace, if they need a little extra meeting time with me to help them feel...
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Jordan H.

Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a couple decades worth of experience with dogs and cats. Although I do not have professional training, I am very pet friendly! Can work with cats and dogs primarily.

Sarah B. says "Jordan does such a nice job in cleaning. She helped make sure my home was in good order and smelled fresh and clean when done. She even went above and...

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Eleanor S.

Here To Help!

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Need help walking your dog? Do they love other dogs?! Do they want to go to the dog park?! Need to go away for the weekend and don't want to board? I'll be happy to baby sit your fur baby!!
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Christina M.

Pet Care

Akron, OH

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi my name's Chris. I live in Akron and I'm looking for house sitting, pet sitting and errand jobs. I'm available most days and nights. I cannot board animals due to my apartment policy. I live with my 2 cats, Teddy bear and Trixabel both black kitties that I've had for 13 and 8 years. I've cared for animals all my life I grew...
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Illiana D.

Akron, OH

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Grooming
administration of medicine
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hello, Illiana here! I believe Ill be exactly what you're looking for to help with all your babies needs, from sitting to transportation I am here for it all! I have 5+ years experience in animal care, I currently work as a vet assistant at an animal hospital and I am taking Zoology classes at KSU! I am available for all your...
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Catherine S.

Pet Sitter/Pet Care

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Your pets will be in great hands with me. I will love and care for them as if they were my own. I currently have two cats. Our family used to have two wonderful collies that brought us great joy. I have experience with dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, horses and lizards. I grew up riding horses and had two of my own as well as...

Mary K. says "Cathy is prompt, loving, and most of all trustworthy! I have hired her a few times now and I'm completely satisfied and at ease knowing I can trust her with...

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Margaret W.

Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I will come to your home and take very good care of your loving pets. I will spend time with , pet them, cuddle, feed them, and make sure, food and water is available when I leave. I also will take your dog for a walk. I am very dependable, professional and have great references.
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Janet T.

Part-Time Pet Sitter/Caregiver Available And House sitter With Or Without Pets

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
daily feeding
I am an owner of dogs and or cats for most of my life. I was a house and pet sitter for vacationers, friends and neighbors. Currently, I have 1 kitten that is 5 months old and is comfortable around other animals. I have owned cats for 30 years and lived in Cuyahoga Falls or Fairlawn for most of my life. My last dog passed in...
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Kara K.

Loving Pet Care Provider

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have had both dogs and cats my entire life and would love to provide pet sitting in your home. I have impeccable references and over 10 years experience. I'm comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds.
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Haley G.

Dog Sitter

Tallmadge, OH

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I've dog sat for multiple families, I've stayed over night for families that went out of town and I've transported many!
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Kristen B.

Barberton, OH

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$17/hr
5 years experience
General room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
Hello! I'm Kristen and am looking forward to meeting your pets!! I have always had dogs my whole life and have always loved animals. I have done many dog sittings jobs throughout the years from small to huge dogs. I have a very flexible schedule and would love to give your animals some love while you're away!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.41/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Akron, OH

Dog Sitters in Akron, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Isabela S.

Isabella is an amazing young lady. She is very reliable and goes way above expectations. While taking care of our two Dobermans and two...

- John K.

Jordan H.

Jordan does such a nice job in cleaning. She helped make sure my home was in good order and smelled fresh and clean when done. She even went...

- Sarah B.

Catherine S.

Cathy is prompt, loving, and most of all trustworthy! I have hired her a few times now and I'm completely satisfied and at ease knowing I...

- Mary K.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Akron, OH

Dog sitters near you in Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH is $11.41.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Akron, OH. 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 Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH, 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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