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Sienna T.

Georgetown, DE

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am an animal lover and experienced pet sitter with 4 animals of my own including a dog, rabbit, and fish. I love helping family's feel comfortable and confident when leaving their pets with me. I am energetic and willing to meet families' needs when it comes to your pets. I have reliable transportation. Feel free to reach out...
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Patti C.

Part Time Pet Sitter, Dog Walker

Georgetown, DE

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I previously worked in a pet shop that did most of its business on the weekends, I would come in through the week and feed all of the animals and put the puppies out in the yard for fresh air and exercise. I was also responsible for dog baths, cleaning the store, ordering supplies and sales through the week. I held this position...
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Kelly B.

Georgetown, DE

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Experienced dog walker here! No matter how big or small, give me a call. I love nature and being active. I can sit with your dog in your home, walk them or take them to my home.
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Jessica G.

Pet Sitter/Farm Sitter

Millsboro, DE

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been caring for animals for over 15 years of all shapes and sizes. I can care for a cat or dog, or take care of an entire farm while someone is away. I am experienced with feeding, waste clean-up, minor repairs (fence repair, etc), administering medications on a timely basis. . Fall 2024 I do offer boarding for...

Yvonne V. says "Jessica is very knowledgeable and helpful. She provided great quality care for our animals while we were away."

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Regina S.

RN BSN

Millsboro, DE

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
New to area looking for more permanent work but would love to intermittently pet sit or dog walk that are near by. Love animals of all kinds.
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Denise G.

Dog Walker And Sitter And Also Cat Care

Millsboro, DE

5.0(0)
from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I love to walk and also love animals. If you are looking for someone to walk your dog I would love to do it. I am also willing to feed and care for your cat or dog while you are on vacation or at work. I am responsible, reliable and trustworthy.
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Cassandra S.

Ellendale, DE

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi, I'm Cassandra! I'm a dedicated caregiver with years of experience not just as a nanny, but also as a trusted pet sitter and dog walker. Many of the families I've worked with have had pets, and caring for them whether it's daily walks, feedings, or even overnight stays has always been part of my role. I also have a dog and a...
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Clare T.

Dog Walker & Pet Sitter Available

Millsboro, DE

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
+ 1 more
I am an experienced & loving pet sitter/dog walker. I have extensive experience with horses, cats & dogs. I will also house sit and clean. I have excellent references.
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Brenda A.

Part-time Dog Sitter

Millsboro, DE

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I would be able to provide love and care to your pets in your home. I have 3 years of experience with watching animals for days and weeks. I love dogs of all sizes and shapes and ages. I can walk, feed, and brush your dog while caring for them.
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Emily H.

Millsboro, DE

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
daily feeding
administration of medicine
I have had the pleasure of sitting with a multitude of dogs over the years. I have worked with both younger and older animals. I am comfortable administering medications or special foods. I myself have grown up with dogs all throughout my life and recently my parents have gained 3 lovely cats. I love animals and helping make...
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Josephine W.

Pet Sitting

Milton, DE

from
$11/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I love all animals (: I have 3 cats and have been around dogs my whole life! So very familiar with taking care of all little babies of all kinds!
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Amanda S.

Milton, DE

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been a pet sitter over the last few years. I will be attending UMES for my doctorate in physical therapy over the next few years and would love to make some extra money on the side with my flexible schedule. I have experience with large and small dogs and cats. I can do overnights, drop ins, or just dog walking. I also...
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Audrey E.

Millsboro, DE

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I've had dogs my entire life, and I have had professional experience cat sitting. I adore animals, so any chance to meet a new pet is great!
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Heather W.

Ellendale, DE

from
$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I am a single, non smoking female who loves animals. My full time job in healthcare allows me to have a lot of free time. I have been pet sitting for friends for many years. I specialize in overnight stays in your home to minimize any stress to your pets. My past clients used me because I adhere to your pets normal routine in...
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Cynthia B.

Sweet Dog Lover

Millsboro, DE

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a late in life pet-lover, not being raised with a pet, I was never very comfortable around dogs. I am allergic to CATS and cannot be in a home with them. Back in 2009, with two older daughters leaving for college, my youngest became an only child. So Santa brought her 'Petey', our Yorkie Bishon pup who became the love of my...
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Kathryn D.

Fun And Hard-working Sitter

Millsboro, DE

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Kathryn! I'm a newly grad from Cape High School looking for a part time job on the weekdays and weekends. I have 0 years of paid experience dog sitting although I've owned and taken care of animals my whole life :) I am also open to babysitting or house sitting!
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Kaitlyn H.

Part- Time Pet Sitter

Ellendale, DE

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I will provide animal sitting in your home. I transferred from Rowan College at Gloucester County as a science major to a college called the Vet Tech Institute. There, I have learned to trim nails, give dogs baths, and how to properly give meds to animals. I also finished a vet assistant program, and I was a groomers assistant...
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Destiny H.

Greenwood, DE

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
In the past few years, I've had different families I knew ask me to dog and house sit for them while they went on vacation. I know it's very hard to find 1) People that you can trust and 2) Someone who you really feel can meet the expectations that you have for your specific needs. I love being someone that not only the owner...

Care Member says "Destiny is responsible and loves our dog!"

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Amy Z.

Milford, DE

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
administration of medicine
I took care of many pets when I worked as a Nanny . When the family's went on vacation, I would house and pet sit for all of the families. I have taken care of many animals. They include Dogs, Cats, Birds, Fish, Horses, Chickens, Hamsters, Guinea pigs, and Snakes. I have also had many pets of my own. When taking care of pets,...

Care Member says "Amy is great with my pups and kitties. She plays with them and even sends me update pics. I have had her watch them several times now. I plan on using...

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Michelle D.

Very Happy To Walk Dogs Pet Sitter That Can Handle Last Minute Needs

Milford, DE

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I have experience with the following:cats, dogs, ferrets, rats, and bearded dragons. Long time animal lover!!

Care Member says "Several years ago Michelle took great care of my two dogs. She stayed at my home with them and spoiled them just as much as we did. I would highly...

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  • 57 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.00/hr as of August 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Georgetown, DE

Dog Sitters in Georgetown, DE are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 57 listed dog sitters

Jessica G.

Jessica is very knowledgeable and helpful. She provided great quality care for our animals while we were away.

- Yvonne V.

Destiny H.

Destiny is responsible and loves our dog!

- Care member

Amy Z.

Amy is great with my pups and kitties. She plays with them and even sends me update pics. I have had her watch them several times now. I...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Georgetown, DE

Dog sitters near you in Georgetown, 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 Georgetown, 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 Georgetown, DE is $11.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Georgetown, 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 Georgetown, 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 Georgetown, 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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