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Morgan M.

Melbourne, FL

from
$13/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I'm Morgan, a lifelong animal lover and dedicated pet sitter with 7 years of experience caring for furry companions of all kinds. Whether it's playful pups, independent kitties, or farm animals, I provide reliable, loving care tailored to each pet's unique personality and needs. Your pet's comfort and safety are my...
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Satellite Beach, FL

from
$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I love cats and dogs:) I have a cat named Carrot Cake. I have taken care of both cats and dogs. I also provide house sitting assistance such as collecting mail, packages, and dry cleaning. I am willing to stay in home over night if needed. I have previously cared for 2 golden doodles that needed overnight cuddles:)
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Rockledge, FL

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting I have grown up with animals around me all my life. Taking care of my families, and have had some close friends who needed me to walk or just spend a little time with their pets as they go on vacation. I have a dog and cat of my own that I spend my...
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Dog Sitter

Melbourne, FL

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Really enjoy taking care of client's fur babies. Taking them on walks or the dog park. Whatever is needed I will be there !
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Cocoa Beach, FL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am able to pet sit and walk dogs. I have taken care of pets for around 8 years. I love animals of all ages and sizes!
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Dogs And Cats Lover

Melbourne, FL

from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have my own dog and cats for 9 years. They are part of our family. Their unconditional love is so precious to me and my family. I offer any dog or cat sitting. Love walking dogs as well.
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Let Me Be Your New Favorite Pet Sitter! :)

Cocoa Beach, FL

from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! For four years, I have provided pet care services for at least five families in the Cocoa Beach area. I also do a lot of work with the Brevard Humane Society fostering kittens! I can administer medications as well as give injections if needed. I love spending time with pets! My family has two dogs and four cats, and I love...
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I Can Take Of Your Dog!

Melbourne, FL

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home or in my home too. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Your friend will be safe with me!
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Professional Pet Lover

Cocoa, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi :) I'm Sara, I have 1+ year of experience caring for horses, dogs, chickens, and parrots. I'm a current college student with a true passion for animals. I can help with pet care, walking, and sitting over long periods. I have a mini zoo at home that I love, and it would be an honor to treat your beloved pets as my own. I...
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Horse Sitting

Melbourne, FL

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have taken care of horses, dogs, sheep and emus. Love animals & have been called the animal whisperer!
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Pet walking
As a lifelong dog lover with hands-on experience in dog walking and sitting, I bring a genuine passion for pet care. Growing up with dogs taught me the importance of attention to detail and nurturing each pet's unique personality. My love for physical activity means your fur baby will enjoy engaging walks and playtime tailored...
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Will Pet Sit Your Dogs.

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
9 years experience
Dog training
pet sitting
boarding
Hello my name is Nicole I have been watching dogs for years and enjoy working with them to build a relationship and get to know them. I enjoy taking them on walks to parks and the beach car rides ect. I just love animals and have a fenced in yard for them to run and play. I do dog sitting in my own home you just drop them off...

Laura R. says "She is a dependable caring person ."

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Pet Sitter /Dog Walker

Melbourne, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Owned dogs all of my life, have had cats for shorter period of time. I have walked dogs and taken care of cats for many years. Also have two college students home for the summer looking for work as well.
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Pet Sitter And House Sitter

Cocoa, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been around pets since I was an infant. I have a pup of my own. I have plenty of references. I have experience with puppies, teen/adult dogs, and senior dogs. I Have had experience with dogs whom need special care as well.
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Dog Lover At Your Home Or Mine !

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi I am a Dog Lover and just recently have started Pet sitting. IT gets me exercising and I have lots of fun doing it. I have house sat and pet sat . I have cared for Large breeds and small. I have done everything needed by Dog parents from bathing them, dog parks, dog dates, feeding, walking, playing and most of all : giving...
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Friendly Reliable Cleaning

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Autumn! I moved to Florida 2 years ago for college. During my time here I've been working as a house cleaner to get me through school. I have 5 years of experience cleaning. I started with my mom! I have been cleaning for the passed 2 years here on my own. No job is too big for me. I mainly focus on deep or...

Jeanmarie H. says "Autumn did such an amazing and efficient job helping me organize!! She did things four times faster than I would've been able to and was anxious to do...

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Clean, Professional, Guaranteed

Titusville, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I enjoy organizing and cleaning so you can be guaranteed that with my, professional, consistent service that I will clean for you as well if not better than I do at my own home. I currently am a, nanny and a housekeeper, but I have been in childcare for 5 years. Also, I have been doing babysitting for 9 years with experience...
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Eccentric And Responsible Sitter

Melbourne, FL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
grooming
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Andi and I am currently a college student. I have lived here for 7 years. I have volunteered at a multitude of pet shelters alone with currently having my own dog. I can do everything besides boarding at my home as I do not feel comfortable bringing a pet I do not know around my own dog for safety reasons....
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Part Time Pet Sitter

Palm Bay, FL

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
I'm 46 years old looking for part time flexible hours as I currently have a full time job looking to make some extra money. I have a dog, two cats and a fish, so I am familiar with the care they need. I'm very dependable, hard worker and will follow through with any task provided with 100% satisfaction.
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Experienced Pet Sitter Available in Lehigh Valley

Cocoa, FL

from
$5/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I have had pets all my life, my first at 4 years old. I am an animal lover. I am experienced in the care of fish, birds, hamsters, gerbils, rabbits, guinea pigs, cats, dogs, goats, chickens, horses, pigs, white mice and rats, ferrets, and turtles. Although I have also been around reptiles, I am not really thrilled about caring...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.42/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Merritt Island, FL

Dog sitters near you in Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL is $14.42.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Merritt Island, FL. 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 Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL, 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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