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Jennifer M.

Hockessin, DE

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
I have always had numerous pets and have assisted others with various pet related duties through the years in social, volunteer, and paid capacities. Dog walking and pet sitting are the primary services I offer. As a courtesy, if desired, I offer a free 10-15 minute consultation in person with the pet ( and associated people!!)...
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Judith S.

Hockessin, DE

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home or mine. I'm an experienced animal lover with great references and 30+ years of experience. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Ashley S.

Hockessin, DE

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
For years I have done everything from take care of my own dog, to overnight sitting animals as well as walking and taking care of them. I love dogs and animals and would love to help out!
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Allison N.

Hockessin, DE

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience with different types of animals, sitting and owning. I love cats and dogs, I prefer cats but I currently have a cat and 2 boxers.
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Katie C.

Pet Walker/Sitter

Kennett Square, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Growing up my family always had dogs and cats, and I have previously taken care of neighbors' pets, both cats and dogs. I also have experience taking care of multiple animals, I currently have 2 cats and 2 dogs, and have walked 2 dogs at once. I have my own transportation, and am willing to do any type of care.

Malia D. says "Katie is very responsive and punctual. She was so patient, kind and flexible with a new pup. She even offered to let me borrow a harness! Very happy to...

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Kayla A.

Huge Pet Lover!!!!!

Wilmington, DE

5.0(0)
from
$11/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
All my life I have grown up with dogs! I will provide dog sitting in the comfort of your own home! I currently have a Pit-Mix named Shiloh who is my fur child whom I would do anything for!!!
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Shelby R.

Part-time Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Shelby, and I am an avid animal lover! My own furry family includes 1 dog named Mila and 1 dog named Liberty. I provide pet sitting, walking, and light grooming/bathing for almost all types of animals. I have volunteered at a local animal shelter, Friends, and my duties included taking care of the cats. I helped...
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Amy D.

Full-Time Loving Pet Caregiver With Reasonable Prices Available For Dog Walking/Overnight sitting

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
daily feeding
Since 2015, I have been a full-time pet sitter and dog walker. I have cared for cats, kittens, including bottle-feeding and administration of meds, boxers, Irish Wolfhounds, Newfoundlands, Giant Schnauzers, Shelties, Terriers, Plotzhunds, Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, and other breeds, rabbits, tropical and domestic...

Valesta W. says "Amy took care of our turtles and fish. She was attentive and thorough and communicative. We were very happy with her service, and she made us feel...

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Bailey F.

Pet Sitter/ Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
hello!! My name is Bailey, and I just finished my first year old college. I have always had an extreme love for animals, and I especially enjoy taking care of them. I have had a dog and a cat my whole life as well as a few more pets. I just recently got a new puppy, so I am extremely comfortable around pets of many different...

Keith W. says "Bailey was wonderfully helpful this summer walking our 70 lbs mixed Dalmatian, Nash! She was punctual, attentive and kind. Also, she was a very clear...

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Kimberlee T.

Responsible And Loving Petsitter

Chadds Ford, PA

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a teacher by trade and have worked internationally the past five years. Because of my passion for education, I've decided to go back and get my Master's of Education and I'll be studying at Harvard University this year. I moved back to the U. S. for grad school but everything is online so I'm free to move around and hope...
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Bronwen P.

Friendly, Loving, Responsible Animal Advocate

West Grove, PA

5.0(1)
from
$9/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
daily feeding
I have a passion for animal welfare with many years of personal experience with cats, dogs, and various little critters, as well as professional experience pet-sitting and working/fostering for the Brandywine Valley SPCA and Faithful Friends Animal Society. I have experience with administering oral/topical medication, as well...

Bevin G. says "Bronwen was AMAZING to work with! She came by for a meet and greet with my two elderly kitties before our vacation. They came right over and got along very...

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Diva S.

Animal Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

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$5/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I am an animal lover with many years experience caring for all different types of animals. I am looking for either long term, short term or on call as needed. Pet-sitting, Dog walking or any pet care need I am able to do.
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Viviana G.

Dog Walker, Pet Sitter, Overnight Pet Care

Wilmington, DE

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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm passionate about providing the best care for your furry family members. With over two years of experience in pet care, you can trust me to give your dogs the love, attention, and exercise they need to thrive. I understand that each dog is unique, and I tailor my services to their individual needs. I also have some experience...
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Caitlin A.

Newark, DE

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$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Caitlin and I am currently employed full time (M-F 8:30-5:30) as a Supervisor at a medical equipment company. I am here to offer child care, household care and pet care services. I absolutely love children of all ages and animals of all types! I worked as an Assistant Teacher for a childcare learning...
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Keila C.

Newark, DE

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a passion with animals! I have a big Rottweiler so i'm experienced with big scary dogs. I've dog sitted dogs for over 3 years and I truly enjoy it
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Dana A.

Dana Pet Sitter

Newark, DE

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals! I currently have 3 cats and 2 spoiled dogs. I've always had pets growing up and I've cared for many cats, dogs, turtles, fish, even snakes. I would to spend some time with your pets ! That way I get to have more animals to love without the mess lol .... I'd love to hear from you .
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Richard N.

Dog Lover

Newark, DE

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
Hello, my name is Rich, and I love spending time with pets. I started my profile because I was having trouble finding sitters of my own. I figure I can help others take care of their loved ones while traveling. I'd describe my personality as honest, fair, and kind. I like working with animals because they are fun, friendly,...
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Josephine P.

Experienced Caregiver

Chadds Ford, PA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog owner and had a rescue for 2 years and saved over 200 dogs from the south. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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Addie N.

Newark, DE

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet-sitting since I was around 9 years old! I first started with walking my neighbors dogs and gradually moved to watching many of my neighbors pets frequently. I have taken care of many different types of animals from as little as 24 hours to up to almost a month!
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Emily K.

Wilmington, DE

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$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hey there! I'm an experience caretaker of both humans and animals. I have two dogs of my own and have years of experience looking after pets. I have experience walking, transporting, and sitting both cats and dogs.
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  • The average post rate is $15.25/hr as of July 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Hockessin, DE

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

Katie C.

Katie is very responsive and punctual. She was so patient, kind and flexible with a new pup. She even offered to let me borrow a harness!...

- Malia D.

Amy D.

Amy took care of our turtles and fish. She was attentive and thorough and communicative. We were very happy with her service, and she made...

- Valesta W.

Bailey F.

Bailey was wonderfully helpful this summer walking our 70 lbs mixed Dalmatian, Nash! She was punctual, attentive and kind. Also, she was a...

- Keith W.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Hockessin, DE

Dog sitters near you in Hockessin, 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 Hockessin, 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 Hockessin, DE is $15.25.

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