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Raisa H.
Boyds, MD
$15-27/hr
Hi! My name is Raisa, and I'm a current college student at the University of Maryland looking for pet care jobs with either dogs or cats (or both)! I've grown up with pets all my life, and as a cat owner, I understand the stress of having to find someone to take care of pets. I've also had past experience pet sitting for family...
Raisa can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm a marathon runner, so your pup will get plenty of exercise with me! I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Katie F.
Gaithersburg, MD
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate, Dedicated And Loving Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
5.0
(1)
I currently work full-time for the Humane Society of the United States and will be relocating to Germantown in January. I'm seeking out opportunities in my new neighborhood to meet, love on and spoil new pets! I have been a huge pet person ever since I can remember and have been working as a part-time dog walker/pet sitter for...
Katie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Katie has been pet sitting my dog, Mia, for about 7 years. She is everything you could ever want in a pet sitter: caring, reliable, honest, flexible, understands pet behavior, patient, and passionate about animals and their welfare. She has great communication and...
Samantha M.
Ashley S.
Germantown, MD
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide cat and dog sitting in your own home. I am also available for dog walking. I have experience caring for geckos and feel comfortable feeding them food mix and live crickets. I have a 30 gallon planted freshwater community aquarium of my own and feel comfortable with water changes, feeding, measuring chemical levels, and...
Ashley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We went out of the country for two weeks and had Ashley come every other evening to feed and water our geckos. We also had a separate cat sitter, but in the future I would trust Ashley to do take care of all three pets!
Taking care of the gecko's isn't easy-...
Jonathan K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Over that past few years, my neighbors and care. com clients have asked me to watch over their house, get the mail, and watch after their pets while they are away. A majority of my clients are dog or cat lovers so I have years of experience caring for dogs and cats. Currently, my family and I have two puppies, a snake, a lizard,...
Raven can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
"We hired Raven to care for our 3 kitties while we were out of the country for two weeks. She was polite, professional and punctual. When we returned, the cats and our home were excellently maintained. Raven followed our instructions to the letter. I won't...
Cathy C.
Jessica B.
Gaithersburg, MD
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Jessica And I Am 34 Years Old. I Have Been Working At Veterinary Hospitals Since I Was 16
5.0
(28)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started working at my first veterinary hospital and now after 15 years working in the industry I am at a specialty practice in Germantown which I love. I have been a veterinary technician for over 28 years and could never do anything else. Pet sitting fulfills the rest of my life and makes me feel complete. I have over 15...
Jessica can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Jessica was AMAZING! I was really nervous leaving my canine kids given only family had stayed with them in the past, but Jessica went above and beyond to care for my sweet ‘kids’ with lots of daily pictures throughout both the day and evening hours, and threw in a...
Care member
I've had dogs all of my life. My dogs are just like my children. I love them to pieces. I have also had a cat during my college years. I'm also very familiar with exotic pets as my two sons always had some sort of pet including Bearded dragons, water dragons, several types of snakes, guinea pigs, turtles.... the list goes on. ....
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced with many kinds of pets such as cats, dogs, ribbits etc. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Fengyan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have been owned by pets for my entire life--I've always had cats and have had dogs for most of my life. I enjoy spending time with them in their own home, since that's where they tend to be most comfortable, and am available for local pet sitting. In addition, I would consider watching a dog in my home, Besides my own pets, I...
Linda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
A friendly, responsible, and lovely (dog mom) pet sitter who loves animals! I will be glad to help you!
Arianna can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding
My name is Nicole! I am 20 years old and currently attending Towson University. I have had experience working with pets for over 5 years. Not only do I take care of two pets of my own, I have had experience with taking care of pets for other families as well. I also have a background in nannying and have taken care of pets for...
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have grown up with dogs and cats all my life so I have been around them forever. I currently have two cats of my own (age 5 and age 1).
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lissbeth G.
Montgomery Village, MD
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have taken care of big and small breed dogs and a couple of cats. I myself own a dog and have had dogs since I was little. I absolutely love all pets and will do light grooming
Hello pet owners! I'm Naa Koshie, an avid animal lover and experienced pet care giver based in Montgomery County. I am committed to ensuring the well-being and happiness of your cherished furry companions. My services include personalized dog walking, in-home pet sitting, feeding, playtime, and enrichment activities.
Madisyn S.
Germantown, MD
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked for a pet shelter in Baltimore as a dog walker and pet sit/dog walk for a local company!
Madisyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home.
I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also preform baths and light grooming.
Hello, My name is Pha. I have had pets my whole life. I have done pet sitting (dogs & cats) for more than 8 years (mostly neighborhood pet) I want to now re-enter the job market. My family has two adopted/shelter dogs (one from Hurricane Katrina), 3 gerbils, one cat and a large fish tank. We love all the animals and also rescue...
Pha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, dog training, boarding
I provide dog sitting in your own or my home I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Beverly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
My name is April and I have had many dogs over the years. Currently I have three puppies. One pug one black lab and one husky. As I have a long history with animals I would love to help out people in need of care for their furry friends. I can do anything from house sit to walk dogs or feed them. If needed I can help with...
April can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, dog training & more
I have extensive experience with both dogs and cats. I have two cats of my own and used to have a beautiful German Shepard. I'm comfortable with feeding, giving medication, baths, grooming (including clipping nails), and cleaning the litter box when it comes to cats. Occasionally I do pet sitting for family friends when they are...
Nilofar can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Boyds, MD
Katie F.
5.0
Katie has been pet sitting my dog, Mia, for about 7 years. She is everything you could ever want in a pet sitter: caring, reliable, honest, flexible, understands pet behavior, patient, and passionate about animals and their welfare. She has great communication and always sends updates and pictures....
- Samantha M.
Ashley S.
5.0
We went out of the country for two weeks and had Ashley come every other evening to feed and water our geckos. We also had a separate cat sitter, but in the future I would trust Ashley to do take care of all three pets!
Taking care of the gecko's isn't easy- they're behind several locked doors...
- Jonathan K.
Raven L.
5.0
This was my first time leaving my cats with a sitter and Raven made me feel so at ease! She took such good care of them and sent me pictures everyday. I would definitely hire her again and would recommend her to anyone who's looking for a dependable and loving sitter.
- Mariah M.
Jessica B.
5.0
Amazing customer services and she has always been so caring and loving with my dog. She goes above and beyond to help her clients and I'm so happy to always bring my beloved dog to her!! I 1000% recommend her service!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Boyds, MD
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Boyds, MD?
Dog sitters near you in Boyds, 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 Boyds, MD?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Boyds, 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 Boyds, MD is $17.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Boyds, MD?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Boyds, 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 Boyds, MD?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Boyds, 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 Boyds, MD?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Boyds, 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.