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Ashlee M.

Pet Care

Lykens, PA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
I can animal sit in your home. I have 2 dogs a boxer an a jack Russell. we also have other animals like chickens and duck. I can also do light grooming and baths. open to all animals not just dogs.
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Samantha M.

Dog Walker And Sitter

Sacramento, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a pet lover through and through, and have been taking care of cats and dogs for over 3 years now, not including my experience with my dogs at home. I am energetic and outgoing, and love to spend time with animals. With me, I guarantee that you and your pet will have a great experience!

Care Member says "Sam was an excellent caretaker for our three cats! She made sure they were fed on time, took care of their litter and most importantly spent time...

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Emily E.

Elizabethville, PA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi, I'm Emily! I have been taking care of animals for as long as I can remember: primarily dogs, cats, and fish. I grew up around all of the above, helping my family take care of them, whether that be with feeding, administering medication, grooming, walking, you name it! I've been described as dependable, caring, empathetic,...
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Catherine K.

If You're Searching For A Reliable And Compassionate Pet Sitter, Look No Further.

Mount Carmel, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have had extensive experience in pet sitting, providing a loving and reliable service for pet owners who entrust me with the care of their furry companions. Throughout my journey, I have had the pleasure of caring for a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, arachnids, and small mammals. My passion for pet sitting began...

Krystle G. says "Catherine EXCEEDED my expectations & I highly recommend! Catherine has a calming & sweet demeanor about her. She promptly replies to my messages,...

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Michelle H.

Pet Sitter

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
I've had cats and dogs all my life. I treat them like they are my kids. I would love to be able to give your furry friend some tender loving care !

Care Member says "Michelle and her family was absolutely wonderful with my dog. We received pictures every day of him enjoying himself and cuddling up for some love. I...

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Tracy B.

Female Searching For Furry Four Legged Friendship

Dauphin, PA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm known as the 'go-to-girl' for pet-sitting in our neighborhood, but they just don't vacation as much as I'd like them to. I have two precious kitties of my own and grew up surrounded with cats and dogs. Even though fish are not as stimulating as I'd like them to be, I'm willing to help with them also. **Clear background check...

Lee Ann S. says "Tracy is awesome! She went above and beyond to make sure our dog was well cared for, loved, and exercised while we were away. No reservations about...

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Bobbie G.

Animal Lover

Coal Township, PA

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello my name is Bobby I am a animal lover of all types of animals I currently have a puppy myself I've had cats before I've had bearded dragons before snakes before Birds before pretty much I can walk dogs I can be a sitter I can be a transporter
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Niki H.

Annville, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I was born and raised on a farm. I have experience with all kinds of animals from guinea pigs, rabbits, cats, dogs, sheep, goats, geese, pigs, donkeys, mules and horses. I have taken care of birds, and I had two iguanas as pets. I had a large clientele as a pet sitter seven years ago, but I then scaled back due to taking care...
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Abigail G.

Sunbury, PA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up with 1 dog and 2 cats and then my dad cared for geese, ducks, and chickens, so I've always been around animals and loved them. During high school I would pet sit for some people and I loved it a lot. I've also pet sat for my sister a couple of times more recently. I would love to care for your dog and I would treat it...
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Emily L.

Pet Sitter

Annville, PA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Dog lover with beagle mix experience. My love started with my childhood dog, who lived for 17 years, and continues with my current dog, 8-year-old beagle/basset Cassie.
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Brynn D.

Pet Sitter

Sunbury, PA

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals, I am experienced in Dog Sitting & Cat Sitting! I can clean up, feed, and hangout with your pet!
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Kathryn P.

Pet Loving Care Giver Available

Harrisburg, PA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide dog, cat, and small animal sitting in your own home. I have had a lifetime of experiences with animals of all kinds. I've taken care of cats and dogs, including older furry friends. I also grew up with a house full of chickens, rabbits, hamsters, and fish and I currently have two of my own cats, two hamsters, and a...
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Patricia E.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Fredericksburg, PA

from
$5/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
boarding
daily feeding
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I will pet sit in your home when you need to go away. Keep your pet home where they are comfortable instead of in a kennel. I love animals and have taken care of them for many years and can supply excellent references. I have volunteered at a kennel and helped with rescue dogs. I have cleaned, groomed and transported to the vet...
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Lykens, PA

Dog Sitters in Lykens, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 13 listed dog sitters

Samantha M.

Sam was an excellent caretaker for our three cats! She made sure they were fed on time, took care of their litter and most importantly spent...

- Care member

Catherine K.

Catherine EXCEEDED my expectations & I highly recommend! Catherine has a calming & sweet demeanor about her. She promptly replies to my...

- Krystle G.

Michelle H.

Michelle and her family was absolutely wonderful with my dog. We received pictures every day of him enjoying himself and cuddling up for...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lykens, PA

Dog sitters near you in Lykens, PA 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 Lykens, PA 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 Lykens, PA is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Lykens, PA. 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 Lykens, PA 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 Lykens, PA, 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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