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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...
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
Shawn T.
Derwood, MD
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Shawn I'm a fellow dog lover and have grown up around pets my whole life I'm not new to dog sitting just new to care. com. I look forward to helping in anyway I can. I'm a true dog lover at heart and I'm available to provide services for your dog during the day or at night. If you happen to be thinking about...
Shawn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, boarding
We have had dogs ever since I can remember. I love dogs and all different kind of dogs at that! Over the last 10 years I have helped my son dog sit for a number of families. We know how important your pet is to you and we know that you want your pet cared for and loved the way you would care for and love your own pet. For that...
Valerie can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine
Rebecca R.
Derwood, MD
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have had dogs my entire life. My sister and I had a pet sitting service called. We cared mostly for dogs, but we also cared for cats, hamsters, and guinea pigs.
My family currently has two dogs and one is a young Australian Shepard so I am comfortable with high energy dogs.
My dad does pet rescues and, when available, I...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 20 and attend the University of South Carolina. Growing up, my family always had some mixture of dogs and cats. Me and my siblings were responsible for walking the dogs, cleaning the cat litter, and feeding/caring for them all.
At home in Maryland our family has an old dog who needs a lot of help and...
Elena can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting
Hilda A.
Bethesda, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Hilda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
Lia V.
Gaithersburg, MD
$15-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have a beautiful chihuahua named Chloe. Therefore, I understand the commitment of having a pet and how much care and attention our pets need.
Lia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Elida was great at taking care of my dogs and was going to take care of my son when he got back this fall. Does a great job of communicating and is very concerned about doing the job well. Will be a great part of your team if you're looking to hire her. Sad to...
Jeff S.
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: Boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, 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.
Teresa B.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Teresa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"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 sitter or boarding she is great!!!"
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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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Raven helped us out with in home cat care, was super responsive and proactive in reaching out with updates and questions. Highly recommend!"
Mike B.
5.0
(3)
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.
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"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 notices anything out of the ordinary with the dogs. I trust her absolutely. She has been very conscientious...
Amanda F.
Hana G.
Bethesda, MD
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I volunteered at a wildlife center for 2 years and interned at a vet clinic. This is why I have experience with animals and love them.
I house sit for all my friends when they go away and have to take out dogs, feed cats, etc. I even have experience with pigs, horses, you name it!
Hana can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Hana is great! She cares for my two senior special needs cats while I am out of town. It is such a relief to know they are properly cared for."
April H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Laura took great care of our puppy and pet bird while my husband and I were away!"
Amanda M.
Machaila W.
Rockville, MD
$40-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
Will Update My Bio After I Setup The Rest Of My Account
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Most my career life I have worked for the county & private security, but the best part was returning home to my fur babies! My passion has always been with animals as my dream was to be a vet, but my heart couldn't handle when giving bad news. So, I opted to have my own babies & to care for others'! & that is why I am here to...
Machaila can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Overall a great experience! She was very caring and attentive, great attitude, and good communication! "
Care member
Yadira S.
Rockville, MD
$25-35/hr
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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
Yadira can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"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 go above and beyond what was asked of her. My cats and I would highly recommend her for taking care of your...
Justin M.
5.0
(1)
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.
Consuelo can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"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 knows her emergency contacts well. She will suit any parent's interests being a mother herself."
Goyi H.
Terri S.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have had pets my entire life. I have trained five of my own dogs through local dog training organizations that focus on positive reinforcement, owner education and developing an understanding of animal behavior. I will support and reinforce your training efforts. In addition, my family has volunteered with Fidos for Freedom...
Terri can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
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 walking, pet sitting
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
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: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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
(2)
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...
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding & more
5.0
"Good with cats and dogs. Reliable and competent. "
Walter P.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Derwood, MD
Lia V.
5.0
Elida was great at taking care of my dogs and was going to take care of my son when he got back this fall. Does a great job of communicating and is very concerned about doing the job well. Will be a great part of your team if you're looking to hire her. Sad to see her go.
- Jeff S.
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.
Teresa B.
5.0
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 sitter or boarding she is great!!!
- Care member
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.
Rachel L.
5.0
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 notices anything out of the ordinary with the dogs. I trust her absolutely. She has been very conscientious throughout the pandemic. I've had no...
- Amanda F.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Derwood, MD
What service do dog sitters offer near me 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Derwood, MD?
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 $12.75.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Derwood, MD?
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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Derwood, MD?
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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Derwood, MD?
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.