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Melina L.

Pet Sitting

Derwood, MD

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience caring for animals including dogs, cats, chickens, small reptiles, and fish. I can feed, let out/take on walks, and monitor your pets depending on your needs.
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Katie P.

Pet Sitter

Derwood, MD

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Katie! I am 20 years old and am going to be a junior at St. Lawrence University this fall! I have not only had pets my entire life but also watched and looked after many of my friends and neighbors dogs, cats, fish, hamsters etc. while they are away. I can feed, walk, play, give medicine, groom and transport your...
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Samantha D.

Derwood, MD

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've had plenty of dog sitting experiences with different families. I currently have an energetic 2-year-old silver and lab and a 10-year-old chihuahua. I'm responsible & caring, will play/walk dogs.
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Eliana F.

Derwood, MD

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Eliana and I would love to help with your pet! I have had many pets myself from my childhood until now including hermit crabs, a bearded dragon, a dog and some fish. In the past few years I have gained a lot of quality experience in pet sitting for friends and family. One of my favorite repeat clients has 4...
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Kenneth N.

Friendly Sitter

Olney, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have had 10+ years experience with sitting and caring for my sister's and room mates animals. They have ranged from 3 dogs, a cat, rabbit, cockatoo bird and Koi fish. I have enjoyed doing it and treat them as if they were my own. I try and keep them in their normal routines. Part of their care was giving them their...

Carla P. says "Ken has been taking care of my cat for over 2 years now. He is very nice and a professional. My cat truly does not trust anyone, but he trust Ken almost...

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Angie V.

Rockville, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have extensive experience with pets as I grew up with a lovely Labrador. Also, I always have been around dogs back home, I love to spend time with them playing, feeding them and taking them out for a walk. I also worked as an Au Pair for two years where I cared for the families pets.
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Katherine K.

Teacher Looking To Work With Pet Care!

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I love working with animals. I have had a dog (black lab) my whole life. I have been pet sitting and house sitting for 7 years now. I have also been recommended by the families that I work with. I understand that a pet is a valuable part of your family and I intend to treat them with love and care. I am available to work with...

Walter P. says "Good with cats and dogs. Reliable and competent. "

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Yadira S.

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Trustworthy reliable Pet sitting with many years of experience with cats , dogs, birds, fish , turtles etc. will make sure they have all the food they need and company they need, your pet will receive the care , love and attention they crave and deserve

Justin M. says "Yadira took excellent care of my two cats while I was out of town for a few days. She was very friendly, caring, thorough, always on-time, and willing to...

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Rachel L.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have cared for dogs and cats my whole adult life. Currently have 4 cats and working for a dog walking/pet sitting service. My schedule is somewhat flexible. Additionally.

Amanda F. says "We've had several good dog walkers, but Rachel is the best we've ever had. She is responsible, punctual and very kind. She keeps me informed if she...

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Laura O.

Get To Know Me!

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a passionate person, I give all of me when I work so the families can rely on me for other times they need my services, I like to learn from every opportunity, so I can improve every time. I'd describe my personality as versatile, affectionate, and proactive. I like working with pets because I love how pure they are,...

Amanda M. says "Laura took great care of our puppy and pet bird while my husband and I were away!"

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Katie F.

Passionate, Dedicated And Loving Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
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...

Samantha M. says "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,...

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Raven L.

Pet-Care

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
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,...

Mariah M. says "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...

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Jessica B.

My Name Is Jessica And I Am 34 Years Old. I Have Been Working At Veterinary Hospitals Since I Was 16

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Christine G.

Reliable And Loving Cat And Dog Walker/Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
Throughout childhood and beyond, I've been raised with dogs, cats, fish and rabbits. I absolutely love animals. I have volunteered at various animal shelters and have worked at an animal kennel/animal hospital for three years. I have experience with handling dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes and temperaments. I also have...

Gretchen F. says "Topic was actually Errands. Christine was great; quick to respond, covered everything I needed and even navigated through a problem when what I wanted...

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Tina D.

Pet Sitter Available

Highland, MD

3.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
administration of medicine
I have 15 years of experience caring for cats, dogs, exotic fish & birds. I have experience administering oral medications and shots. My care times can be flexible with needs. During care, I provide quality time with your pet as well as grooming and engaging them in play.
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Linda I.

Awesome Dog Sitter....Available For You!

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide loving dog sitting services in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I was recently called a dog whisperer so you know your pooch will always be taken care of when I am in charge. Contact me ASAP so I can help your dog when you can't be there. PS: I am allergic to cats.
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Teresa B.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am a lover of all animals. I have owned several dogs, 2 birds, hermit crabs, fish and walking sticks as pets. I have been a pet sitter for my friend's dog, my co worker's dog, my aunt's cats, my grandmothers bird and my neighbor's turtle.

Care Member says "We are so happy to have Teresa boarding for our pet. We are lucky to hire her in the last minute. I will definitely recommend her if you need a pet...

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Hilda A.

Bethesda, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm a mommy to three cuddly pups. I have great references. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
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Taylor B.

Experiences Petsitter!

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Taylor! I absolutely love animals, especially dogs and cats. I have one dog and two cats of my own, and I've been caring for animals my entire life. In addition to my personal pets, I regularly volunteer at my local humane society, where I walk, play with, and train dogs, as well as socialize with cats. Additionally, I...

Melissa B. says "Taylor is the best dog/cat/house sitter we have ever hired! She came over to meet our pets and get oriented with our house. She was so friendly,...

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Consuelo V.

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I would like to care for your pets because I love animals. All my life, I've owned dogs. Right now, I own a 5-year-old Husky/German Shepherd named Bella.

Goyi H. says "She's a responsible person and extremely reliable. She has a lot of experience with children and has helped me take care of my own. She's patient and...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.75/hr as of January 2026

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Derwood, MD

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

Kenneth N.

Ken has been taking care of my cat for over 2 years now. He is very nice and a professional. My cat truly does not trust anyone, but he...

- Carla P.

Katherine K.

Good with cats and dogs. Reliable and competent.

- Walter P.

Yadira S.

Yadira took excellent care of my two cats while I was out of town for a few days. She was very friendly, caring, thorough, always on-time,...

- Justin M.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Derwood, MD

Dog sitters near you in Derwood, 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.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Derwood, 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 Derwood, MD is $16.75.

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

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

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

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