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Pagona P.

Cat & Dog Sitting & Help With Household

Charleston, SC

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
HI! I often travel helping friends with pet sitting & am happy to help you if in your area. If you receive a message from me- know I am in your area :) My experience includes caring for friend's dogs & 8 cats & 1 dog (at the same time) for less than a year- feeding them, giving them meds, cleaning their spaces & taking dogs for...
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Ayla S.

I Am Located In St. Augustine

Charleston, SC

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have owned several dogs, cats, and fish. I have currently 1 cat and 1 dog along with 1 rat. I have trained my dog to do 10 tricks and I taught my cat to sit. I am reliable and enjoy spending time outdoors with animals.
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Isabelle B.

Creative, And Lover Of Dogs

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$8/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 1ish years of experience. I can help with Pet Sitting and Pet Walking. I have walked my neighbors dogs in the past and volunteered at Pet Helpers for a while. I have a family dog myself and have had 3 since I was born. I love animals in general cats are aseome as well i've just never had one myself. I am taking a break...

Hydie T. says "Isabelle is great with kids and animals. She is positive and outgoing. She has also worked in downtown Charleston for almost 4 years which has given her...

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Lorelle K.

Dog Owner And Pet Lover

Charleston, SC

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I can walk your dogs, and play with them and pet them in your home or mine. I can pet sit overnight. I have two little twin terriers who are very well cared for and trained to be friendly as well. I can care for all pets except cats, as I am allergic. I have references.
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Lindsay R.

Dog Sitter

Charleston, SC

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I'm a first year physician assistant student at MUSC looking for one-time dog sitting jobs or a few recurring jobs in Charleston, SC. I am happy to help you!
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Haley F.

Part-Time Pet Caretaker Available

Charleston, SC

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have much experience with animals as I have owned multiple dogs and cats throughout my lifetime. Upon graduating at the University of South Carolina, I moved back to Charleston and am now working in pediatrics where I live with my own 2-year-old cat and my roommates 2 cats! My past experience includes pet sitting for dogs,...
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Lisa C.

Dog Sitter/walker With Flexible Schedule Available

Charleston, SC

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own! Making sure the pet is safe, cared for, and loved. I understand the importance of compassion, safety, dedication, and attention that I will be giving to your pets
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John W.

Outgoing And Responsible Pet Sitter

Charleston, SC

from
$8/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
I absolutely adore all cats and dogs. I am very punctual and responsible. I care for client's pets as I would my own and take this responsibility very seriously.
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Kendra P.

Very Experienced Pet Lover

Charleston, SC

from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
Hi - my name is Kendra, and I love animals of all breeds, shapes, and sizes. I have 2 special needs rescue dogs and two rescue cats of my own. I am also a Pet care service sitter with 45 - 5 Star customer reviews. I have a very flexible schedule and would LOVE to meet you and your fur baby(ies)!
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Brittany M.

100% Animal Lover

Charleston, SC

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Brittany. We always had animals around the house (dogs, cats, snakes, small animals) & I've been pet sitting for friends & family for as long as I can remember. I love all animals & I'd love to help others take care of their furry family members when they need some extra help! I know how important it is to find...
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Chloe C.

Dog Lover!!

Charleston, SC

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Hey! I am a full time college student and LOVE dogs specifically. I really want my own dog but unfortunately I cannot get one yet. This is why I dog-sit, house sit, cat sit, potentially provide boarding for a dog. I started doing this for parents that I already babysat for so now I am officially posting for animal caregiving!
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Genevieve J.

Charleston, SC

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've grown up with dogs my whole life! I love animals and have lots of experience with caring for them. Ive had a few experiences dog sitting and loved every second
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Jasmine H.

Charleston, SC

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Pets are the best! And I believe they deserve the best care! I have been a petlover since childhood and have had my own varying pets since childhood. Mostly dogs and cats but also some birds, gerbils and fish. I have done pet sitting over the years for many friends and family with varying animals, timeframes and preferences....
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Dylan F.

Pet Sitting

Charleston, SC

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I'm passionate about providing top-notch care to your beloved pets! With experience taking care of cats, dogs, and reptiles, I understand the importance of keeping your pets safe and taken care of while you're away. **Services Offered:** 1. **Dog Walking:** Regular walks tailored to your dog's needs for exercise and...
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Amanda Q.

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Beginning with one of my own special needs dogs, I have been studying dog behavior for many years. I have also taken many varieties of dog training classes. I have a passion for working with animals and enjoy spending as much time as possible with dogs in all situations and environments. Through my volunteer work with various...

Melissa S. says "I have used Amanda to walk and dog-sit many times. She is trustworthy and follows my instructions to a tee, which is important to me. We all get a little...

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Anastasia O.

Reliable Animal Sitter And Dog Walker

Charleston, SC

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
I grew up in a family of three generations of German Shepards: Reyck, Zeus, and Daisy. I have experience caring for German Shepard puppies after Daisy and Zeus had decided to have their own family together! I have rich experience caring for cats, primarily Siberian Cats. Fydor, Fuma, Marquis, and Olivia When studying abroad...
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Susanna C.

Pet Caretaker

Charleston, SC

from
$14/hr
8 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I personally have a dog and three cats, and have formal experience as a Kennel Technician. I additionally have experience Pet Sitting and Boarding Dogs in my home. I am comfortable around all sizes and behavior of pets. I have the most experience with dogs and cats, but would love to expand my range of care!
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Savannah S.

Dog-sitter

Charleston, SC

from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
I have had pets my entire life and have taken care of other people's pets since I was old enough to walk through the neighborhood on my own. I love all animals, and am very happy to go on walks, to parks, and whatever other activity your furry friend loves to do.
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Olivia Y.

Charleston, SC

5.0(0)
from
$8/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi my name is Olivia and I am 19 years old! I went to high school in Mount Pleasant and currently attend Clemson and just finished my freshman year. I am home for the summer, and would love to help out pet sitting for you. I have worked for a local dog walking company for the past 2 years, and loved it! I have a lot of...
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Erin H.

Grad School Student And Animal Lover

Charleston, SC

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
I have had numerous years of pet sitting experience. I currently live in an apartment and would prefer not to board your pet, but I am available to dog walk/check in on your pet! I am currently a Graduate Student at JMU, but have breaks and a very flexible morning and evening schedule. If desired, I can provide numerous...
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  • 131 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $12.93/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Charleston, SC

Dog sitters near you in Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC is $12.93.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Charleston, SC. 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 Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC, 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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