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Alyssa M.

I Love Animals

Bartow, FL

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
I have two huskies and four cats that I care for that are my personal animals. I have worked in a doggy daycare. I have pet sit for people who have cats, dogs and fish. I have been doing this on and off for about 10 years.
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Lillian C.

Bartow, FL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have always grown up pet sitting for family and friends. From a range of cats and dogs to bunnies and fish. I love animals and would love to help you out.
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Emma B.

Bartow, FL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Emma, a college student at the University of South Florida. I'm looking for part-time pet sitting opportunities and I am also open to being a nanny. I have experience sitting for two dogs and I have two cats of my own!
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Amanda H.

Pet Sitter In Winter Haven Area

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Amanda. I have been working as a pet sitter since 2021. I have always have incredible love for animals. I have rescued lots of dogs and cats when I used to live in Puerto Rico (moved to the USA on 2019). I have a lot of experience with different kind of needs. I am a very active when it comes to kids with four...

Melinda C. says "Amanda is very caring, goes the extra mile, is responsible and I would highly recommend her services. She will become like part of the family."

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Maggie V.

Responsible Sitter

Winter Haven, FL

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I had worked with dogs all of my life. I constantly babysit and walk my parents' dog and I love every second. I have worked with big and smaller dogs.
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Hildamarie V.

Dependable Pet Sitting For Peace Of Mind

Winter Haven, FL

from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
Experience pet mom. I have a5-year-old dachshund. I'm passionate about providing loving, reliable care for pets while their owners are away. I have years of experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and small pets. Whether it's feeding, walking, or just providing companionship, I treat every pet like...
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Grecia B.

Winter Haven, FL

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting for quite a few years! I have watch dogs, cats, fish, turtles, and snakes. I am available to stay over night as well! I have experience in giving medications to the animals I have watched!
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Erica K.

Winter Haven, FL

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I will provide animal sitting in your own home and I am an experienced babysitter, who has had 3+ years of experience dog/cat sitting. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I am able to stay for overnights and provide any services you need to take care of your beloved animal while you are away.
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Karley A.

Pet Walker/Sitter

Winter Haven, FL

from
$13/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
If you want your furry friend to be in good hands & you're looking for the right person then look no further! I love animals and have quite a few of them myself. I can pet sit, dog walk, and transport animals at your leisure. I will provide the upmost care for your friend & allow you the peace of mind you need!
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Kim S.

Auburndale, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals. I have had rabbits for 20 years. Wonderful pets. I have had dogs and cats all my life. Pet sitting for friends and neighbors over the years. Worked for a veterinary hospital for several years in Connecticut.

Stephen L. says "Kim did a great job with my cat Leo. She came three times and made sure he was taken care of. I would recommend her."

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Lindy Z.

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
I provide dog sitting in your own home and mine. I'm a pet sitter and walker with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love animals of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, check ins, boarding, and walking.

Care Member says "I've used Lindy to care for my pets for several years now. She treats my pets like her own. I like that my pets are cared for in a home rather than a...

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Lindsay M.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, my name is Lindsay. I'm a nanny/house manager of 7 years, stepmom of 2 sweet girlies, and fur mommy of 1 giant puppy, and 3 kitties. I have always loved animals and can easily connect with them even when they are typically shy around new people. I have had several different pets from the time that I was 7 years old...
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Kelsey Z.

Haines City, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been dog sitting and cat sitting for over 2 years. While in home, I clean the house, take care of the pets and assist with other duties. I am responsible, caring, and flexible.
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Danielle D.

Need A Pet Sitter Or Dog Walker?

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting or dog walking services in your home. I have done dogsitting and catsitting for family and friends and have done dog walking. I love pets and enjoy playing and cuddling with them. I am a very caring, compassionate, and patient person. You can be certain I will take good care of your pet.

Care Member says "Danielle took great care of our cat when we were absent from home. She came for several hours each day. Our cat loves her, he recognizes her when she...

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Celena H.

Lakeland, FL

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've never been paid to watch/hangout with dogs, but man do I love watching them! I have experience dog sitting for a family-friend, and the family I nannied for had a dog I was responsible for watching and walking while I was working for them. I would be more than delighted to take you dog(s) for a walk, or watch them if you're...
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Emma C.

Pet Sitter

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
I am a pet sitter in Lakeland, Florida, with over two years of experience, pet sitting, dog, walking, and boarding. Instructions.
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Sierra W.

Occasional Dog Lover Available!

Lakeland, FL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes, and ages. Will take on walks, play with and love on your furry baby while you are away!
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Sheryl C.

Lakeland, FL

from
$17/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a passionate and dependable animal caregiver with experience in pet sitting, dog walking, grooming, and administering basic medical care. I also worked in child care for about 7 years which gave me valuable experience and skills like managing unpredictable behavior calmly and kindly. I am skilled in recognizing animal...
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Avery L.

Loving & Reliable Dog Care!

Lakeland, FL

from
$12/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
I have always been a huge dog lover since I was a young girl, and started walking and dog-sitting at 12. I have two pups of my own, who I love very much. I understand the importance of making sure all dogs feel loved, and adequately cared for. Whether you need your dog to be walked or dog sat, while you are away I would be happy...
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Lauryn P.

Winter Haven, FL

from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Lauryn! I am 21 years old, and am currently getting my AA degree at Polk State. I volunteer at The Humane Society as often as I can and I work at a doggy daycare part time! I love animals, I hope to be a veterinarian or a vet tech in the future! I have experience with sitting animals in the past, I have had...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.33/hr as of August 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Bartow, FL

Dog Sitters in Bartow, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Amanda H.

Amanda is very caring, goes the extra mile, is responsible and I would highly recommend her services. She will become like part of the...

- Melinda C.

Kim S.

Kim did a great job with my cat Leo. She came three times and made sure he was taken care of. I would recommend her.

- Stephen L.

Lindy Z.

I've used Lindy to care for my pets for several years now. She treats my pets like her own. I like that my pets are cared for in a home...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Bartow, FL

Dog sitters near you in Bartow, 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.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Bartow, 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 Bartow, FL is $14.33.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Bartow, 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.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Bartow, 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.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Bartow, 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.

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