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60 dog sitters are listed in Joppa, MD
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years
Dog sitters in Joppa, MD
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have five years of experience caring for my two pets, as well as two years of dog-sitting for a close family friend. My pet-sitting service consists of me coming/staying to/at your house to look after and care for your pets; which includes feeding, giving oral medication, walking your dog(s), making sure they get an adequate...
Recent review:
5.0
She is detail oriented when it comes to caring for pets. I never knew cats needed their water to be placed in a drastically different location from their food until Olivia told me so. So expect her to understand all the little quirks that may come along with caring...
Care member
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Dog Training and pet sitting, walking and behavior assessment.
Reed can also help with: Dog training, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Amber M.
Joppa, MD
$15-20/hr
I provide any kind of pet sitting within reason. My home has 3 dogs of varying size (large, medium AND small), two kitties, 3 guinea pigs, and a turtle. I have 7 years of experience being around horses and barns, so this is also an option. I can perform light grooming and baths. Can watch pet at my home or yours. Will not stay...
Amber can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Ashley D.
Joppa, MD
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am going into my senior year at the University of Maryland. My whole life I have had pets, from dogs to birds to betta fish, and I can assure you that I am super enthusiastic and will love your furry family members like my own. I have experience pet sitting, dog walking, and the occasional...
Ashley can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I have 20+ years of experience with dogs and cats. I just love them! I have a black lab named Shadow, an adopted golden retriever named Dug and two cats - Bella and Frankie, both strays. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. Email me and ask if you need something more!
Davrielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been an animal lover my entire life and have 2 cats and 1 dog and I love to shower pets with affection so I decided to become a professional pet sitter! I am insured & bonded with Kennel Pro and a member of Pet Sitter's as well as Professional United Pet Sitters. I'm also background checked by Acutraq and certified in Pet...
Nicole can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Recent reviews:
5.0
We hired Nicole to care for our dog and cats while we were away on vacation. This was our first experience with a sitter and I could not be more pleased. She is very good with the animals and put our minds at ease before we left. She kept in contact with us all...
Joseph J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Pets aren't just pets; they're family. That's why you should be sure your cats are in safe hands when you can't be there. I have a lot of experience caring for cats; I have owned them since childhood, my longest being one I had for 15 years before he had to be put to sleep. I have "cat sat" for numerous families for varying...
Cheryl can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
Recent reviews:
5.0
Cheryl was great taking care of my pets during the weekend. She cleaned after them and gave them lots of company and love. Will definitely hire her again!! Thank you Cheryl!
Dave D.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I love working with animals and have experience pet sitting. I grew up with a dog and understand the responsibilities associated with caring for a pet. I look forward to connecting with you about potential job opportunities :)
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting
Recent review:
5.0
Caroline was amazing with our sweet pup! She is trustworthy, honest, caring and responsible. She does exactly what is asked of her in caring for the pet she is taking care of. She updated us while we were away with pictures, and when we came home our pup was...
Care member
Sheridan M.
Bel Air, MD
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have always loved animals. I have multiple pets including a dog, guinea pigs and chinchillas. My family fosters guinea pigs as well. I have experience dog sitting and cat sitting and I love learning how to care for new animals.
Sheridan can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming
Recent review:
5.0
Sheridan watched my cat for two weeks while I was away over the holidays. She made sure he was well fed, and played with him when he was lonely. I highly recommend Sheridan to watch your pets.
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Dawn A.
Bel Air, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a former vet tech with over 25 years of paid pet sitting/dog walking and farm sitting experience. I've also owned my own horse business since 1993. I was raised in a multi-pet household with dogs, cats, birds, fish and many small critters. I have a dog, cat and 5 horses.
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
Recent review:
5.0
Dawn was wonderful and let me know each time she came to check on my cats.
Gillian A.
Julia S.
Aberdeen, MD
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hi my name is julia! I'm an artist, a writer, and a proud dog mom! I grew up around all kinds of different animals due to foster homes, so now I love and care for all animals, all shapes and sizes. I've been pet sitting now for about 4 years. I always look forward to meeting new animals, I love getting to know them and their...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Recent reviews:
5.0
Julia is great with dogs she watched my pit bull and she was great , she is very sweet & lovable towards animals
Natalie W.
5.0
(1)
I have 2 lg dogs of my own which I walk everyday. I have always had dogs my whole life. I love dogs so much that sometimes when I'm in my car and see a dog I want to pull over and see the dog which I have done before. I also worked in a pet store and saw a lot of dogs and learned a lot about nutrition and other things in a dogs...
Reeca can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
We interviewed with Reeca. She was fantastic to talk to and very friendly. We actually decided to go with daycare as oppose to a nanny. Had we gone with a nanny we would have chosen Reeca. Highly recommend.
Emily D.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a lover of most all animals. Years of time around and caring for dogs and cats. Have also expanded to giving reptile care. Love going for walks, as well as just hanging out, outside or in weather depending of course. I can do drop in visits as well as overnight stays. I am only available to sit in your home at this time....
Holly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Recent review:
4.0
Holly was great to meet and interview, my dogs were so excited to meet her. She is extremely personable, arrived early, and was easy to talk to. I look forward to booking her for my upcoming vacation!
Robin T.
Alivia B.
Bel Air, MD
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alivia and I have always had pets growing up and I love furry friends! I've been dog sitting all kinds of dogs over the last 3 to 4 years of my life! from hyperactive to calm and big and small I love giving the love.
Alivia can also help with: Pet sitting
A dog owner of two who would love to provide care to your pets. Familiar with puppies but also older dogs who need more frequent attention and medicines.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, I have over 10 years of baby sitting and pet sitting experience. I have worked with children from infancy to the age of 13. Right now I am currently working in a childcare facility. I also love animals, mostly dogs and cats. I have a dog of my own, a bearded dragon, and a tortoise. I am a very hands on person when it...
I am a dog mom to two awesome K-9 sons! Bentley the Boston who is 3 years old and Fritzy the Yorkie who is the King of the house at 13 years old! I am willing to dog sit and love your fur baby just like he or she was mine!!
I have owned dogs my whole life, but have been professionally dog walking part-time and as needed for 3. 5 years! I also offer pet sitting in your home for cats, fish, and some reptiles!
I am comfortable with walking all breeds & sizes of dogs -- from puppies to senior dogs and from Chihuahuas to Danes -- everything in...
Racheal can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I started off just pet sitting the dogs in the neighborhood then people started to pay me for it. Since I really like animals I didn't take my pay that seriously. Now that I own 3 dogs and 6 fish I feel like I should get into pet sitting again.
Camyah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Caroline and I love all animals! I have extensive experience from personally owning all kinds of animals to taking care of others. I am comfortable with all, from the smallest lizard to the biggest horse and all the dogs, cats, birds and furry creatures in between. I am a stay at home mom available for daily...
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Joppa, MD
Olivia G.
5.0
She is detail oriented when it comes to caring for pets. I never knew cats needed their water to be placed in a drastically different location from their food until Olivia told me so. So expect her to understand all the little quirks that may come along with caring for your beloved. She sees animals...
- Care member
Nicole W.
5.0
We hired Nicole to care for our dog and cats while we were away on vacation. This was our first experience with a sitter and I could not be more pleased. She is very good with the animals and put our minds at ease before we left. She kept in contact with us all the time to ensure the animals had...
- Joseph J.
Cheryl C.
5.0
Cheryl was great taking care of my pets during the weekend. She cleaned after them and gave them lots of company and love. Will definitely hire her again!! Thank you Cheryl!
- Dave D.
Caroline T.
5.0
Caroline was amazing with our sweet pup! She is trustworthy, honest, caring and responsible. She does exactly what is asked of her in caring for the pet she is taking care of. She updated us while we were away with pictures, and when we came home our pup was happy and well taken care of! I would...
- Care member
Sheridan M.
5.0
Sheridan watched my cat for two weeks while I was away over the holidays. She made sure he was well fed, and played with him when he was lonely. I highly recommend Sheridan to watch your pets.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Joppa, MD
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Joppa, MD?
Dog sitters near you in Joppa, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Joppa, MD?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Joppa, 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 Joppa, MD is $14.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Joppa, MD?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Joppa, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Joppa, MD?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Joppa, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Joppa, MD?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Joppa, 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.