Find Trusted Dog Sitters Near Me in Independence, MO
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60 dog sitters are listed in Independence, MO
The average rate is $13/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Independence, MO
Bess L.
Independence, MO
$8-13/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello there!
I love all pets, I have done lots of dog sitting over the years and am very comfortable with this kind of setting! I'm hardworking, reliable and caring!
H! My name is Alex. I'm a certified personal trainer looking to fill early morning and later afternoon hours in between my clients. I have 10 plus years experience working with animals from dogs and cats to horses and chickens.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Marketing and maintained a 3. 9 GPA...
Alex can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking
Serena S.
Independence, MO
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide dog walking and pet sitting in your home. I can stay at the home while on vacation or for long periods of time. I have over 3 years of experience working with animals. I love dogs and cats of all ages and sizes.
Serena can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
4.3
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emily and I am a full-time pet lover! :) I love all animals, any age, any shape, and any size! That being said, I made loving on animals my profession!! I provide services including pet sitting in your own home, boarding in the comfort of mine, and even drop-in visits to play, exercise, or cuddle your furry family...
Emily can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Recent reviews:
5.0
Emily was great with my cats! Very communicative and professional, I wasn’t worried at all while out of town all week. Will definitely be using her again in the future!
Care member
Taylor G.
Independence, MO
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
hi! i'm a very reliable, patient, and creative person with very little paid experience with animals, but a very large amount of experience with caring for animals. I had all kinds of pets growing up and truly love animals. Im great with all animals, experience with little/large dog sitting and cat sitting.
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love animals! I would enjoy sitting or caring for your furry loved ones as long as I am given detail instructions on how to go about it. I have experience & their grooming apprenticeship. I own a cat & dog. Used to care for 3 dogs and a cat at once. Also owned a bearded Dragon for two years. Small rodents like hamsters and...
Jaxon can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
I've never met a dog I didn't love! My 20-pound Teddy Bear dog (bichon & shih tzu mix) named Toby and 4. 5-pound Yorkipoo named Tiny introduced me to the wonderful world of dogs. Let me show yours some love with professional dog sitting and walking!
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have had pets in my house since the day I was born. I have been raised around cats and dogs. Over the years, I have rescued three dogs and two cats and placed them in my home. Right now, I have a small dog who has severe anxiety, so I keep him with me at all times. Whenever he is scared, I tuck him under the covers with me til...
Samantha can also help with: Grooming, boarding, daily feeding, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting & more
Samantha M.
Independence, MO
$10-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I am a reliable and experienced nursing student looking to be your pets new best friend. I have 3 years of experiencein pet sitting. I am animal CPR certified. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting as well as pet walking. I have experience with all kinds of pets, as well as having 4 dogs and a cat of my own. I...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Shelby B.
Independence, MO
$8-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've been providing care to pets for 4 years, professionally.
I have experience boarding, sitting, feeding, walking, bathing, and administering medicine.
I absolutely love all animals but specialize in dogs and cats!
Shelby can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
My pet care experience comes from being a "pet mom" to numerous species of animals during my entire life. This included cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, fish, lizards, frogs, a snake, and an iguana. I have somehow, ended up being a mom to several "special needs" animals (diabetic, deaf, blind, seizures, autoimmune disease, elderly,...
Carol can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I absolutely love all animals, I have one 8-year-old rott/pitt mix whose my giant baby. I also have a 5-month-old kitten. I'm not afraid of any breed of dogs and I would love to help care for yours!
Raquel can also help with: Pet walking
Silvia L.
Independence, MO
$17-30/hr
Hi! A passionate, hardworking and animal LOVER who truly cares and enjoyed spending time with animals. I'm a mom of a sweet 6-month-old baby and I'm currently not working so I would like to make some extra money. Always grew up having animals in my home and currently have 1 fun German shepherd. I have about 2 years of experience...
Silvia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Madeliene L.
Independence, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths. I have plenty experience with taking care of my pets, along with many other people's pets.
Madeliene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hello and welcome! Growing up, my family always had a lot of pets and I ended up caring for most of them, so I'm very comfortable and experienced taking care of all kinds of animals.
I've got 21 years of experience taking care of rabbits, 22 years of experience taking care of cats, and 24 years of experience taking care dogs...
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Recent reviews:
5.0
Katie has watched my pets twice now and I couldn't be happier with the care that she provides! I have 3 senior cats and 3 senior gerbils. Since they are older, some of them require different care than the others. I get anxious leaving my pets behind, but Katie has...
Liz S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had pets my entire life. Having a pet is like breathing to me. When I was a child, I wanted to become a vet because I loved them so much, but couldn't stand to see them hurt. This brought me to a life of just adopting animals and showing them all the love I can. I provide sitting within your home. I am available Monday -...
Sunshine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Recent review:
5.0
Sunshine is exactly what I was looking for in a pet sitter. Courteous. Professional. Capable. Flexible. Technology friendly. Above all, good with my dog. He enjoyed her company and that is what matters the most. Highly recommended.
Nathan B.
Aundrea A.
Kansas City, MO
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The ability to communicate with animals has always fascinated me. I first developed my skills in animal communication when I was 7 years old. Intuitively, I trained my calico cat 'Tiger' to do tricks such as 'high-five, wave, sit, beg, and lay down'. I was the only person I knew with a trained cat. I affectionately referred to...
Aundrea can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Recent review:
5.0
My son absolutely loved Aundrea. We asked him how his time with her went with her, and he said, "I am sad because she left, when is she coming back?". We will definitely hire her again if she comes available. She is a professional and attentive to the needs of of...
Marquez W.
Jerreice R.
Kansas City, MO
$13-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just recently moved to Kansas city Missouri and had to leave my dog back home in saint Louis with my mom because he was sickly. He is only 2 years old but has many allergies, and she was able to support him more than myself at this time. I really miss him and I would like to be able to interact with dogs more since he's not...
Jerreice can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
I have 5 years of experience working with animals. I was a vet technician for 4 years. I have my own fur baby, a Siberian husky.
I'm very experienced with dogs and cats, I love any animal as if they are my own. I'm reliable and will take care of your fur babies the way I would want mine cared for.
Abby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I love animals! I've had them all my life, and I started dog walking, sitting, and boarding with Wag! about two years ago. I have experience with lots of breeds, and I also have cats at home. I treat animals like part of my family, and I will treat yours with the same respect!
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, dog training, boarding, pet sitting & more
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Independence, MO
Emily B.
5.0
Emily was so sweet and attractive to my puppy.
- Care member
Katie R.
5.0
Katie has watched my pets twice now and I couldn't be happier with the care that she provides! I have 3 senior cats and 3 senior gerbils. Since they are older, some of them require different care than the others. I get anxious leaving my pets behind, but Katie has been nothing but accommodating to...
- Liz S.
Sunshine K.
5.0
Sunshine is exactly what I was looking for in a pet sitter. Courteous. Professional. Capable. Flexible. Technology friendly. Above all, good with my dog. He enjoyed her company and that is what matters the most. Highly recommended.
- Nathan B.
Aundrea A.
5.0
My son absolutely loved Aundrea. We asked him how his time with her went with her, and he said, "I am sad because she left, when is she coming back?". We will definitely hire her again if she comes available. She is a professional and attentive to the needs of of our child. Thank you Aundrea!
- Marquez W.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Independence, MO
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Independence, MO?
Dog sitters near you in Independence, MO 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Independence, MO?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO is $13.07.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Independence, MO?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Independence, MO. 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Independence, MO?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Independence, MO 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Independence, MO?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Independence, MO, 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.
Ratings for Independence, MO dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Independence, MO are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.