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Hi there! I have experience dog and cat-sitting for neighbors and friends in the past. I also lived on a farm for 7 months and helped look after cows, one horse, and a donkey. I have reliable transportation and a clean driving record and a flexible schedule. I love dogs & cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and...
Radha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Bobbi M.
Alachua, FL
$12-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic and Experienced Dog Sitter
Professional Experience:
Providing care for dogs of various breeds and sizes for over 20 years.
Specializing in rambunctious and elderly dogs, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Skilled in administering medication and providing a loving and comfortable home.
Passionate about...
Bobbi can also help with: Boarding
Hi there!
My name is Kaitlyn. I am a 35-year-old wife and mother. I have been a professional Dog Sitter for over 15 years. Resume and references available upon request via email.
Please text or call anytime to schedule an interview!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, dog training, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting & more
Hello! My name is Amber, I am 25 years old, and I am looking for some occasional work as a pet sitter. I have several years of experience caring for cats, dogs, and fish, including several special needs dogs. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns!
Amber can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Isabel P.
Gainesville, FL
$15-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Taking care of and playing with dogs has been a passion for me since I was little. My experience with dogs has taught me more about their behavior. I'm very reliable and I'm able to handle any situation that may arise while caring for your dog.
I love just about all animals/pets. I probably had one of them in my life. I have had mostly dogs and cats. I had a bird for 19 years as well as long-term chickens. I've had fish and turtles (turtles mostly) in our indoor/screened in porch w/pond and fountain.
Please know I honor our agreements. When I traveled, I always had a...
Lana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
My name is Lesly and I have a Great Dane named Pepper, a stray dog named Miracle, and a stray cat named Kovu. I can feed, bathe, and train both cats and dogs. I'm a life-long pet owner and currently a student at Santa Fe College (studying Animal Sciences with the goal of becoming a Veterinarian. I have a moderately flexible...
Lesly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
My experience with pets come from growing up around my Grandma dogs (pipo And Fred) and cat (inquilina)
Att my house, I grow up with fishes and birds, small and big ones. My favorite was a big green parakeet called baby.
I take care for a puddle (survey) for my neighbor anytime she needs.
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Trisha N.
Gainesville, FL
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hey! Need help with your fur babies? I'd love to help out! I can dog sit, walk them, keep them on their usual schedules or even board them if they're friendly around other animals as I have two dogs myself!
Trisha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have many years experience of watching, walking and caring for my dog. I've had 4 dogs of all different breeds from poodle's to my current loving pitty. Animals have my heart and I love taking care of and helping those who need with them. I believe animals are apart of the family and should be treated like it!
Alayna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Brooke F.
Gainesville, FL
$12-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello my name is Brooke I love animals and being outdoors. I grew up with horses, dogs, and cats all my life. I would love to pet sit for any pet(s) your family has.
For dog sitting specifically I can run with them to give them exercise, take them to a dog park, and bathe them! I love spending time with animals and would love...
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As someone raised on a farm I have plenty of experience with all sorts of animals. At 15, my neighbors started asking me to pet sit for them. As a pet sitter I've taken care of dogs, cats, chickens, pigs, and goats. I have a deep compassion for animals and will treat your pets like royalty. Flexible schedule and pay.
Cheyenne can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
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I am currently a freshman at the University of Florida studying Pre-Pharmacy! I grew up in Panama City, FL. Outside of school, I love being outdoors, going to coffee shops, baking, and collecting vinyls. I have grown up with cats my entire life and have 2 named Rizzo and Wrigley. Additionally, I have spent a lot of time...
Sydnee can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
Recent reviews:
5.0
Sydnee is great with our fur baby! She's very responsible and has always showed up on time. You can tell our dog, Ollie loves her!
Care member
Teresa M.
Gainesville, FL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Loving And Fun Pet Lover To Care For Your Family Members
5.0
(3)
I have pets of my own. I have done some pet sitting for friends and neighbors. I usually get along with most animals. I have medical skills so would be able to care for a pet that needs medication or other special care. I have taken care of both dogs and cats. Both as daily needs and at times total care staying with the animal...
Teresa can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting
Recent review:
5.0
Teresa is an amazing person. She is a nurse with great skills. Not only is she great with people she has a true connections with animals. She gets down to their level with such compassion to greet them. We have a full house. An 18 year old cat and two Border...
Jaimie N.
Anna C.
Gainesville, FL
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I provide dog sitting in your home, or mine. I have experience with a variety of breeds and personalities, from high energy, friendly to anxious, animal aggressive dogs. I also love cats and have a few regular clients, some with special needs. I love going for walks, to the park, giving baths, and light grooming.
Anna can also help with: Administration of medicine
Recent review:
5.0
Anna is one of the most thoughtful, lovely humans. You would be lucky to work with them.
Adrienne A.
Kelsey H.
Newberry, FL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up in a pet friendly household where we treat our pets like family. I've had and taken care of pets anywhere from cats to dogs to lambs and bunnies and so many more. Since I have pets myself, I know how important finding the right person to care for them while you are away can be. I provide pet sitting in your own...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Madelynn M.
Gainesville, FL
$14-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Prior to moving to Gainesville I would do daily dog walks for people around my town and would also cat sit a few family friends cats:) I love animals so I would love to take care of yours !
Madelynn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Dog and cat sitting in your own home. I some veterinary clinic experience and am extremely comfortable with a variety of household pets. I am able to walk and bathe dogs as needed.
I have 9+ years of childcare experience. With babysitting jobs in my teenage years I moved on to become a Early Childhood Coordinator in PB, FL for 2 years before relocating to GNV to begin my college education at Santa Fe where I achieved my degree in Elementary Education before changing my major at UF to Education Science...
Kylie can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
My name is Martha and I m great with kids and pets. I have years of experience with baby/ pet sitting for family friends and have great references to prove it. I am willing to care for any pets as I have experience with bunnies, ducks, chickens, dogs, cats, etc. I enjoy baking and cooking as well. My schedule is flexible and I...
Martha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Alachua, FL
Sydnee A.
5.0
Sydnee is amazing! You can tell she is an animal lover. She is always excited to walk my dog and makes sure to give him all the love! Highly recommend.
- Care member
Teresa M.
5.0
Teresa is an amazing person. She is a nurse with great skills. Not only is she great with people she has a true connections with animals. She gets down to their level with such compassion to greet them. We have a full house. An 18 year old cat and two Border Collies. One of the dogs has special...
- Jaimie N.
Anna C.
5.0
Anna is one of the most thoughtful, lovely humans. You would be lucky to work with them.
- Adrienne A.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Alachua, FL
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Alachua, FL?
Dog sitters near you in Alachua, FL 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 Alachua, FL?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Alachua, FL 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 Alachua, FL is $13.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Alachua, FL?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Alachua, FL. 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 Alachua, FL?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Alachua, FL 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 Alachua, FL?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Alachua, FL, 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.