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Teresa B.

Dogs Sitting In A Home Environment!

Durham, NC

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I sit dogs at my house occasionally. I charge only $15. 00 a day. I have taken care of dogs, cats, fish, hamsters and horses. I own a 10-year-old German Shepherd.
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Petsitter And Dogwalker

Durham, NC

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there, my name is Bridge. I offer cat and dog sitting in your home. I can also take dogs on walks, and come by to check on them as needed. I have been walking dogs and petsitting through various apps since 2021. I grew up mostly around cats, but I also love dogs, and will happily help you and your fur baby out in whatever way...
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Pet Care

Durham, NC

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog/cat sitting and dog walking. I've have had pets my entire life and am comfortable with all kinds of dogs big and small. I currently have an Australian shepherd mix so I am very equipped to handle high energy dogs.
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An Animal Lover Is Here

Durham, NC

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I grew up with Dobie Pinchers and German Shepherds. I adore kitties too, I have a tuxedo cat. If you are in need of a sitter or a dog walker look no further! I am punctual and will be a loving caregiver to your pet.
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Emily , MBA

Durham, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'd love to hear about what you're looking for. I am a young marketing professional/animal loving professional looking to make additional income doing something I love to do - caring for animals. I have my own reliable transportation. I will be sure to send photos of your fur babies while spending time with them. I have the...

John T. says "Emily is my current pet care giver and I can say without reservation that she has done OUTSTANDING work taking care of my 3 year old Bernese Mountain dog....

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College Student, Looking For Part-time Work!

Durham, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a college student at UNC but will be home for the summer. I have one year of paid experience working as an occasional babysitter. I can help with pet walking and sitting as I've grown up with and around animals and love any time with them. I have two cats of my own who I watch, feed, and play with every day. I have taken...

Taylor S. says "Savannah is a personal friend of mine who watched my dog while I was on vacation. She's super friendly and easy-going, and I felt more than comfortable...

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Pawsome Pet Caregiver

Durham, NC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
I am and organized and honest pet sitter. I keep open communication while with your animals and follow instructions as provided. I love meeting new animals and getting to hang out with them. I have been a pet owner from birth and have had dogs, cats, and birds over the years.

Melissa H. says "Haley was incredible with our two dogs over the weekend. We were nervous to leave them alone and had never used care.com before, but she was dependable...

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Durham, NC

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
grooming
boarding
pet transportation
I have 3 dogs and 1 indoor/outdoor cat. Comfortable with all breeds & sizes. I have a large Lab/Dane, a senior Shepard/pit mix (experience with senior dogs & meds), a 1 year mutt who is high energy & a grouchy 4-year-old cat who comes and goes as she pleases. Would love to help out with pet sitting or walking.
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Part Time Pet Caregiver

Durham, NC

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I grew up with many animals including dogs, cats, and rabbits. I love animals and have a kitten of my own. Pet sitting is something I'm passionate about and I would be more than happy to help you with your pet while you are away!
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Got Pets?!

Durham, NC

from
$9/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Kalysta! I have tons of experience with pets of all sorts. Personally, I have had dogs, cats, chickens, iguanas, fish & hermit crabs, birds, rabbits, and sugar-gliders/flying squirrels! I currently have one dog, Winnie (she's medium-sized, about 64lbs). I am happy to provide pet-sitting services for pretty much any...
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Reliable, Fun, Engaging Pet Sitter!

Durham, NC

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
dog training
I have been pet sitting since I was 13 years old. Growing up, I was my neighborhood's go-to pet sitter. I have always been an animal-lover, and feel I have a special connection with animals, dogs in particular. I have been in Asheville for about 9 years, and have been a pet sitter for many local families (references available...
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Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Durham, NC

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I have had, and been around, pets all of my life. I grew up with cats, dogs, hamsters, birds, fish, and various reptiles. I am comfortable with scheduled feedings, giving medicine, and I am comfortable around all pets. Please reach out if you have any questions!
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Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Durham, NC

from
$12/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
My name is Mia, and I am a Junior at Tulane University studying Neuroscience. I have had dogs at home since I was 5, and love to care for animals! I have experience sitting fish, dogs, cats, and birds. Currently my family has a sweet elderly chocolate lab, Hershey, and a younger Westie, Luna. Hershey and Luna have given me quite...
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Pet Walking & Sitting, Available For Recurring & One-time Assistance

Durham, NC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm available for pet sitting and walking, including pet-safe basic cleaning in feeding, hangout, and waste areas. I've always loved and respected animals, and believe they have unique personalities, feelings and needs, expressed in their own special ways. It's delightful to become friends with them, tend their needs and...
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Part-time Care Giver

Durham, NC

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home and dog walking. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience, as well as an owner to two energetic puppies (lab and boxer/lab mix) and previously had a golden retriever for 15 years. I love dogs of all sizes and ages, and have a flexible schedule.
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Durham, NC

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Have cared for many dogs in my old neighborhood, dog sitting and taking care of them for the weekend if needed at my house.
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Durham, NC

from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm an energetic and passionate young woman that has a love for animals . I have one of my my own, a German shepherd who was gifted to me a few years back. I am a loving and nurturing caregiver that's also patient as well. I'll treat your pet with the upmost respect as if they were my pet! I have a few years experience with...
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Durham, NC

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
I have cared for pets intermittently for about 5 years. I used to cat sit for 4 cats for about 8 months on/off depending on their vacations. My best friend has a dog, recently my friend broke her leg so I have been taking care of Nova for 8 weeks and I love every minute of it! Before this I lived with 1 cat and 1 dog for 2 years...
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Part Time Or As Needed Pet Care!

Durham, NC

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Heidi, and I have always grown up pets (fish, cats, dogs). I am looking for part time work to have a bit of supplemental income. I have experience dog walking & sitting both cats and dogs!
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Animal Lover Available For All Your Pet's Needs!

Durham, NC

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
Hello! I am a huge animal lover with extensive pet sitting experience. I will give your sweet pets the best care possible and treat them as my own. I grew up with multiple family dogs and began taking care of the dogs in my neighborhood from as young as 8 years old. Since graduating college and living on my own, I've adopted my...
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  • 76 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.46/hr as of February 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Durham, NC

Dog Sitters in Durham, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 76 listed dog sitters

Emily L.

Emily is my current pet care giver and I can say without reservation that she has done OUTSTANDING work taking care of my 3 year old Bernese...

- John T.

Savannah G.

Savannah is a personal friend of mine who watched my dog while I was on vacation. She's super friendly and easy-going, and I felt more than...

- Taylor S.

Haley P.

Haley was incredible with our two dogs over the weekend. We were nervous to leave them alone and had never used care.com before, but she was...

- Melissa H.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Durham, NC

Dog sitters near you in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC is $14.46.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Durham, NC. 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 Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC, 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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