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Kayla P.

Pet Sitter & Walker

Halethorpe, MD

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi I am a 21-year-old college student with tons of experience pet sitting and dog walking! I can provide overnight care in your home. I grew up with animals in my home & often pet sit for my neighbors and close friends. I can provide references if needed.
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Martin M.

Dog Walker/Dog Sitter

Halethorpe, MD

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience with taking care of dogs for my neighbors for 4 years. When my neighbors went on vacation I would walk them, feed them and play with them. I also own 4 French bulldogs so I'm constantly taking care of them. I have had them for 7 years so I have ongoing and daily experience with them.
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Madeline B.

Pet Sitter Looking For Local Jobs

Halethorpe, MD

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Let my years of experience as a pet owner and sitter benefit both you and your beloved pets. I would love to care for your cats, dogs, and small animals (including birds, reptiles, etc.) when you are away, or work long hours. I can come to your home to feed, water, walk, bathe and provide companionship for your pets. There...
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Teresa D.

Halethorpe, MD

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi there! My name is Teresa, and while I don't have professional dog-sitting experience, I've spent years caring for my own pets and have always had a deep passion for animals. Growing up, I was always the go-to person in my family and among friends for looking after pets, and I understand how important it is to provide your dog...
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Samantha D.

Dog Lover To Spoil Your Dog

Glen Burnie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I love all dogs, big and small. Cats too! I've worked for a professional pet sitting company in the past. I'll provide an update on your pet each day if you'd like. I will not only walk your dog, but provide extra love and care. I've owned puppy mill rescue dogs so I have experience with shy, timid dogs. Your dog or cat will be...

Christy D. says "Samantha has cared for my dog numerous times while my family has been on vacation. My dog has always been well loved and happy in her care. Samantha was...

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Largo W.

Occasional Pet Sitter Available

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
I am a complete pet lover, and have had many over the years, especially fish! My cat is my baby, I've had her for 14 years now and am experienced in taking care of her. I've also had two dogs, a Beagle, and a Black Lab mutt. I used to walk them and play with them all of the time before they had to be put down.

Ali B. says "Love Largo! She is an absolute gem. Our children love her and she is so incredibly focused and in-tune with young children. She is always available and...

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Laura F.

Animal Lover

Glen Burnie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I provide dog sitting and dog walking. I have also provided drop in visits for cats that needed fed and watered and litter boxes cleaned. I have 2 dogs of my own and have fostered dogs for two great rescues for the last 6 years. I love all animals and have great references if needed

Sarah H. says "Laura did a wonderful job watching my cats. She made sure they had they food and water, but took the extra step to spend time with them (which I was not...

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Melody F.

Friendly And Reliable Pet Lover

Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have had experience taking care of mostly dogs and cats and am willing and open to other animals depending on their temperament. I am a trustworthy and reliable person who has taken care of animals while their owners have been away. I enjoy going for walks and playing with your pet. I am available mostly for weekend care...

Care Member says "She is very nice, considerate, responsive, and friendly. Outstanding!"

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Amy E.

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi, I'm Amy! I'm available to dog sit at my home or yours and/or dog walk or care for your cat or small animal. I'm very flexible, reliable, and most of all caring. I work from home, and my partner also is a dog lover. Prices vary based on the service and location. To give you an idea, I charge roughly $42/night for boarding....

Care Member says "Amy is reliable, kind, and great at communicating. She has been a huge help to our family driving kids to activities and taking my mom out with the kids...

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Irene P.

Pet Caregiver/Sitter

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I have always loved taking of animals and being a pet sitter for people. Since I don't have my own pets this is also a nice treat for me to have the opportunity to take care of pets. I have about 2-4 yrs of the following experiences-dog walking, brief dog training, feeding(dogs, cats, fish, birds) transporting to vet...

George R. says "Very dependable, caring, and trustworthy.."

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Ryan Z.

Experience

Baltimore, MD

3.9(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello to one and all, my name is Ryan and I hope I will be able to assist you and your family in anyway. I have always been house-sitting and taking care of fur babies within there own home for their own safety and happiness. I have an ideology were taking care of pets should be in there own space at homes where they fell safe...

Duane W. says "Ryan went above and beyond. Far more than exceeded expectations. Great guy that's great with animals."

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Maya B.

Pet Sitter/Caregiver/Walker

Baltimore, MD

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Grooming
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I can provide in-home pet care, dog walking services, and pet bathing in addition to light grooming. I am currently a pre-veterinary student at Purdue University with 7 years experience caring for my own dog, Duke, and cats. In addition, I have worked at a pet grooming shop for the past 4 years and have worked with many types of...

Joseph B. says "Maya is very personable and well spoken. She took great care of our cats (and there business) while we were gone. Our house was exactly how we left it and...

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Patricia H.

Hard-working And Personable

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
With 20+ years of experience caring for animals of all sizes, I bring a unique skill set that goes beyond basic pet sitting. Raised on a farm and later managing a farm, I have experience with everything from raising newborn puppies to handling large and strong-willed animals with confidence. Special Skills: Puppy Care &...

Alison N. says "I hired Patricia at the last moment when another sitter backed out. She came by to see what they job entailed and she was very friendly with the pets,...

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Rachel B.

I Have Experiance With All Types Of Pets!

Columbia, MD

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog walking and pet sitting for over 5 years now, I have extensive experience with animals including dogs, cats, large mammals, reptiles, and small exotics. I have been rescuing and rehabilitating exotic animals for the past three years, and I personally own 8 reptiles, a cat, a dog, and two horses. With my...
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Josephine L.

Animal Lover And Hiking Enthusiast!

Baltimore, MD

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm a teacher, animal lover, and hiking and outdoors enthusiast! I have been working with children and animals for the past 15 years. I have experience as a nanny, teacher, tutor, dog walker and paid pet sitter. If your family needs help from an engaging, professional childcare worker, or has a high energy pup who could use...
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Sara B.

Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
I have dog sit for some of my family that has dogs. I have also watched a dog for a family friend for a week as the family went away on vacation. I love pets, mainly I love dogs of all sizes. My best friend has a dog named Echoe and I treat her just as if she was mine and I love her very much. I love when she comes over and...
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Quinta W.

Catonsville, MD

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have no experience pet sitting but love animals. I've had many animals(mostly dogs) in my life and I currently have two cats.
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Brooke D.

Trusted Caregiver

Columbia, MD

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! Hi! My name is Brooke and I've been passionate about animals my entire life. I currently have a Black Lab of my own, and I've always grown up with dogs, so I understand how important it is to provide them with love and attention. I have professional pet care experience , where I gained valuable skills in pet...
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Kira T.

Love Animals Of All Kinds! Paws, Scales, Feathers And Tails, What's Not To Love?

Columbia, MD

from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience sitting dogs, but I have experience taking care of all kinds of animals. Whether they bark, tweet, or hiss, I can take care of them all! I can help with transportation, walking, sitting and more.
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Jennifer B.

Pet Sitter; Dogs Or Cats. I Want You To Enjoy Your Time Away And Not Worry About Your Fur Babies.

Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
For over 10 years, I've dedicated myself to providing exceptional pet care. My approach prioritizes your pet's comfort and happiness, treating them as if they were my own. I ensure a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine for all animals under my care. I am experienced in pet sitting, walking, medicine administration, and...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Halethorpe, MD

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

Samantha D.

Samantha has cared for my dog numerous times while my family has been on vacation. My dog has always been well loved and happy in her care....

- Christy D.

Largo W.

Love Largo! She is an absolute gem. Our children love her and she is so incredibly focused and in-tune with young children. She is always...

- Ali B.

Laura F.

Laura did a wonderful job watching my cats. She made sure they had they food and water, but took the extra step to spend time with them...

- Sarah H.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Halethorpe, MD

Dog sitters near you in Halethorpe, 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 Halethorpe, 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 Halethorpe, MD is $15.00.

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