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Courtney B.

Pet Sitter: In-home And Overnights

Hillsborough, NC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I've been pet sitting as a side job for the past 15 years. Generally, I care for dogs and cats. I'm open to caring for other types of pets, too. I work full-time but when I care for pets I usually spend the night in the pet's home. I walk them before & after work and take them potty before bed & at other times as needed. I feed...

Linda L. says "Courtney was wonderful caring for our dog whenever we were away. My dog adored her as do we. We moved to another town but will always ask Courtney to care...

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Jessica B.

Daily Drop In Pet Sitter

Hillsborough, NC

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have two dogs, but have always grown up with house full of both dogs and cats. Currently my family has five dogs and one indoor cat, so I'm comfortable handling pretty much any pet situation imaginable (including dealing with sick and injured pets). I typically do drop in pet-sitting for friends and family averaging 30 minutes...
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Annaliese R.

Dog/Cat Sitter

Hillsborough, NC

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My love for animals started when I was 5 with my family's first puppy. Growing up (and still today), family, friends, and their contacts have asked me to look after their fur-friends. I have extensive experience working with both dogs and cats including puppies/kittens, senior dogs, rescues, and those with special needs.
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Melissa G.

Dog Walker

Hillsborough, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
Hi there :) My name is Melissa. I have several years of experience taking care of animals, through dog sitting and walking. I absolutely love dogs and have two cuties of my own :) Dogs love me! Lol, I have been told that I am a little bit of a dog whisperer. I would love to connect with you and meet your fur babies!
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Kimberly R.

Kind And Trustworthy Pet Care Provider

Hillsborough, NC

4.8(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have been a professional pet sitter and dog walker since 2012. This is my full time career. Animals are precious to me and truly one of the best parts of life. I understand your pets are your babies because mine are the same to me. I take my job very seriously and hope to build a long-term relationship with all of my clients....

Leah E. says "Kimberly did a fantastic job looking after my cats, including the older boy who needed medication. I look forward to hiring her again for a much needed...

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Morgan G.

Friendly Neighborhood Pet Sitter

Hillsborough, NC

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
dog training
grooming
My name is Morgan, I am 26 years old, and I love animals of all kinds! I currently nanny for a wonderful family and am looking to add more hours to my week. About me: I have been a nanny and pet sitter for the past 10 years and have always been involved in some sort of caregiving career. While pet sitting I have been assigned...
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Abby M.

Playful, Responsible, And Loving Pet Sitter!

Chapel Hill, NC

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
For over 7 years, I have gained experience walking, feeding, and boarding pets for various families, neighbors, and friends. I have fostered multiple cats and dogs over the last year, for at least one month each. I understand the responsibilities of pet care and want to continue helping families and their animals. I'm also...
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Savannah G.

College Student, Looking For Part-time Work!

Durham, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Elizabeth L.

Chapel Hill, NC

from
$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm excited to offer pet-sitting services to families in need of someone trustworthy and caring. I've always had a deep love for animals and have grown up caring for pets of all kinds, including dogs, cats, and small animals. This has given me a strong understanding of what it takes to ensure pets are happy, healthy, and...
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Kathleen W.

Kathleen In New Haven

Durham, NC

from
$16/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a dog and cat person! I don't currently have any pets myself which has given me flexibility in caring for others. In New Haven I have provided drop-in dog walking and cat care, overnight dog/cat/ house sitting, and dog sitting in my apartment. As a farm worker I also have experience farm sitting, caring for a herd of...
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Jazmin T.

Durham, NC

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$13/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
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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Keira G.

Love Your Pet Like My Own!

Chapel Hill, NC

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have had animals since I was a toddler! Everything from rabbits, dogs, goats, chickens... Such fun! My current girl Lucy had 10 puppies a couple years ago so I am very well versed in puppy care, I also have cared for senior dogs. I do house-sittings up to a week long for multiple dogs and cats as well!
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Carrie Y.

Durham, NC

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I love animals and have volunteered at animal shelters since I was 9. If I could, I would spend all of my time walking dogs and playing with cats! Currently I am a dog walker and sitter for a couple dogs and cats and am excited to befriend more!
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Catherine R.

Compassionate Nursing Student

Durham, NC

from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Catherine and I am a new graduate with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. I love caring for animals in my free time, and I have years of experience caring for both cats and dogs of all sizes. I am more than happy to accommodate the unique needs of you and your furry friend, including but not limited...
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Katherine L.

Chapel Hill, NC

from
$8/hr
I love all types of animals! I have had dogs my whole life and have experience pet sitting them as well.
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Lillian R.

Pet sitter/Dog Walker

Chapel Hill, NC

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have cat sat and dog sat for animals while their owners were away. I also grew up with dogs, cats, and fish.
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Rhian F.

Durham, NC

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been dog sitting going on two years now. I have my own beautiful chocolate lab at home. I've been around dogs my whole life and just love them.
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Anil P.

Durham, NC

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Adele S.

Pet Care

Durham, NC

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Lauren E.

Pet Sitter And Walker!

Chapel Hill, NC

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I've grown up with pets my whole life! 3 big dogs, 2 cats, 2 ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, hamsters, and fish! I'm pretty much comfortable with any pet and am more than happy to take great care of your little loved one, I truly understand how it feels for pets to be family! Please reach out with any reoccurring needs or just a...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 4.5

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Hillsborough, NC

Dog Sitters in Hillsborough, NC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Courtney B.

Courtney was wonderful caring for our dog whenever we were away. My dog adored her as do we. We moved to another town but will always ask...

- Linda L.

Kimberly R.

Kimberly did a fantastic job looking after my cats, including the older boy who needed medication. I look forward to hiring her again for a...

- Leah E.

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.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Hillsborough, NC

Dog sitters near you in Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough, NC is $25.00.

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