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Melina L.

Pet Sitting

Derwood, MD

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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 sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
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 sitting
pet walking
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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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
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
+ 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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Hilda A.

Bethesda, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Raven L.

Pet-Care

Germantown, MD

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

Experiences Petsitter!

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Rachel L.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Lia V.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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.

Jeff S. says "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...

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Yadira S.

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Consuelo V.

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Teresa B.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Kenneth N.

Friendly Sitter

Olney, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Katie F.

Passionate, Dedicated And Loving Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
+ 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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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 sitting
pet walking
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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Emilie F.

Auntie Em Loves Alllllll The Pets!

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Fun and energetic pet sitter at your service! I've been pet sitting and dog walking for 20+ years and have loved some very special creatures!!! Animal experience includes: dogs, cats, fish, turtles, ferrets, mice, snakes, turkeys, chickens, ducks, rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, birds, goats, horses, and lizards. Have...

Care Member says "We hired Emilie to look after our hamster while we were away for ten days, and she is the best pet sitter we have ever had, hands down! She really goes...

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Terri S.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
dog training
daily feeding
+ 1 more
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...
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Paige C.

Caring College Sitter

Kensington, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I love taking care of animals! I have worked in pet sitting and walking and the local Parks department in for animal care. From dogs, to cats, to lizards, to hedgehogs, I love caring for all animals big and small. I am a full time student and very caring, attentive, and kind.
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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 sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.33/hr as of June 2025

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

Katherine K.

Good with cats and dogs. Reliable and competent.

- Walter P.

Raven L.

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...

- Mariah M.

Taylor B.

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...

- Melissa B.

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 $16.33.

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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