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Hannah W.

Pet Sitter

Clayton, DE

from
$9/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! My name is Hannah and I am 21 years old. I have one dog of my own and two cats. I love all animals and hope I can be of service to you! Feel free to message me if you are interested.
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Pet Sitter

Dover, DE

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I LOVE animals! While in college and while starting my teaching career, I would pet sit for many families, specifically while they went away on short trips or on vacations. I love big dogs, little dogs, cats, rodents and am not squeamish caring for reptiles and/or large insects. I never had dogs and cats growing up, so as soon...

Kimberly R. says "Alicia came to our home and met our dog, taking notes to make sure she knew exactly how to care for Mae. Mae liked her right away. She messaged me with...

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Jasmine B.'s Photo

Dover, DE

from
$11/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Have lots of experience dog sitting! I actually just finished a dog sitting job last weekend. Feel free to contact me!
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Dover, DE

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I'm a energetic person I love going on walks being outdoors I enjoy all animals I've Been a dog sitter for 2 years
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I Absolutely Love Pets And Have A Lot Of Experience With Small And Large Dogs!

Magnolia, DE

from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I Have Been A Sitter On And Off For The Past 4 Years! I Hope I Can Meet Your Animals And Get To Know Them!!! The last 4 years I have taken care of 2 different types of dogs. I am super interested in animals and love them with my whole heart! I would love to be apart of your animal family and take care of them in any way for you...
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About Me

Viola, DE

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I have been animal sitting and dog walking for a few years now. I am willing to come house sit with your animals or bring them to my home. I love all animals and would love to meet yours!
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Camden Wyoming, DE

from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
Hi, my name is Rebecca I am currently a college student at Eastern University. I have around 7 years experience of dog/house sitting. I love all animals and am willing to walk, feed and play with them.
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Farm Mom

Middletown, DE

from
$15/hr
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Experienced pet lover & sitter with many babies of my own including: farm animals & my best doggy friend Chester: offering kind, reliable, and loving care!
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Excited To Be With Your Pets!

Middletown, DE

from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Jenna and I have had dogs of my own my whole life. I can sit for you, walk your dogs, care for you cats and birds and transport them to and from as needed!
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Lovable Sitter

Marydel, DE

from
$12/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have had animals all of my life. They are great, lovable, and wonderful companions. I have taken care of a beautiful, funny bird. I've also watched three dogs while a family member was on vacation.
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Pet Sitter

Middletown, DE

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I can help with Pet Sitting. I am good with animals and have experience looking after cats and dogs.
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Hanna W.'s Photo

Felton, DE

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
My experience isn't much. I've only dog sitter once before, but I am responsible and respectful. I hope to be considered!
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Magnolia, DE

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi im Lexa, an animal lover who has 4 dogs ranging from a dachshund to a husky and 2 Great Danes. Can walk/ feed/ play/ sit with your fur babies while you're away.
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Kayla B.'s Photo

Church Hill, MD

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I acknowledge the significance of trusting the caregiver for your beloved pet. As a dependable and responsible pet sitter, I provide expert in-home pet care services, including dog walking, feeding, playtime, and medication administration. I am happy to provide updates and photos during my visits. I am always available to...
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Middletown, DE

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Andrea. I am a graduate student at Wesley College looking for employment while I am taking classes. I have extensive experience walking and pet sitting various breeds and ages of dogs. I have experience care taking elderly animals as well as puppies thus can adapt to their needs and routine. I am extremely...
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Magnolia, DE

from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! Im Alysa , and I've been a passionate pet sitter for over 10 years, specializing in both dogs and cats. I adore all breeds and ages, from playful puppies and kittens to senior pets needing extra care. I'm comfortable with administering medications, including oral and injectable, and have experience with various special...
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Pet Care

Middletown, DE

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
I've grown up with & loved animals my entire life. This includes everything from cats, dogs & guinea pigs to turtles, snakes, frogs & everything in between! Every interaction I have with them fills my heart with joy & I feel most at peace around pets of any species. I own a turtle & a kitten, but throughout my life I've had the...
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Dover, DE

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I started pet sitting and babysitting in my junior year of high school, and I have experience in taking care of pets ranging from dogs and cats to snakes and lizards.
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Kerilynn G.'s Photo

Dover, DE

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've been taking care of all kinds of animals for over 10 years, and for other people for about 5 years. I have experience with multi-pet households, large dogs, less common pets, and I'm available for overnight/extended pet sitting periods.
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Megan B.'s Photo

Felton, DE

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a very reliable and respectful caregiver. I have 8 years of experience in child care and am CPR certified. I am comfortable watching kids of all ages. I am a true animal lover. I had a dog for 9 years and he was my best friend. I will gladly walk your dog, cat sit, or just be a companion for your pet when you're away
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  • 26 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $9.00/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Clayton, DE

Dog sitters near you in Clayton, DE 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 Clayton, DE 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 Clayton, DE is $9.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Clayton, DE. 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 Clayton, DE 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 Clayton, DE, 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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