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5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been pet sitting friends/family dogs and many other pets for many years! Pets are family and I know how stressful it can be leaving them for a day trip or a week long vacation. It is hard to find someone you can trust and not have to worry while you are away! I would be happy to come let your dog out for a quick walk/...
Heather can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Heather was wonderful! Super reliable and gave us daily updates. Will absolutely use her again! "
Gisele C.
Mary S.
Bethlehem, PA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals! We have had a family dog for 30 years. I believe in lots of walks and TLC. I will come to your home to walk or check on your pet. Also, I pet sit in my home. I am very passionate about caring for pets. My husband and I both love caring for dogs. They are little children in a fur coat and I always take care of...
Mary can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have been using Mary's services since the summer of 2008. She is dependable, courteous, prompt, attentive and loving. My dog looks forward to her daily visits and the two of them have formed a very special bond. I give her 5 stars, but would give her more if you...
Debra S.
5.0
(3)
Owner of a cat and two rescue dogs that are soon to be 13. I will care for your pets as I do my own with Love and affection. Ive been pet sitting for many years. My availability is open.
Amber can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Amber is caring and attentive to my dog and is super dependable. I will definitely hire her again!"
Elena H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kayla and I'm 19 years old, living in Quakertown, PA. I absolutely love animals- I have 3 dogs and 4 cats myself! I have experience dog sitting for various family and family friends. I am comfortable taking care of dogs all sizes and ages. Feel free to contact me if you are interested.
Thank you!
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kayla was awesome! She took excellent care of our dogs, which really let us have a nice relaxing vacation. She is very dependable, flexible, responsible, and a great communicator."
Molly H.
5.0
(2)
My name is Brittany! I'm 22. I'm looking 4 as many hrs as I can find & schedule. I'm passionate about children & childcare & I'm looking 2 find experience and these fields that I love. I'm trying 2 save money 4 my future & my family and 2 possibly go back 2 school. I've 5 younger siblings which I was responsible 4 my entire...
Brittany can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved all animals! Dogs, cats, rodents, reptiles, birds, you name it! I grew up with a cat and a dog so I know how to care for animals daily. My dog also takes medication so I am comfortable giving any pills if necessary. I also picked up many dog sitting jobs for family friends and neighbors. I can come by for...
Jennifer can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Jenny is very friendly, considerate and reliable! She has helped me many times with walking my dog and takes great care of him. I recommend her to others!"
Paige C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kellie and I live in the Reading PA area. I currently own three large dogs and work full-time from home. I have experience with farm animals as well. I am available for occasional dog sitting or walking as I have a flexible schedule. Please reach out with your needs and if I can assist with your job I will let you...
Kellie Ann can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Katelyn!
I am a lover of all animals.
I grew up with cats and dogs and currently have 3 cats of my own.
I have been a volunteer at Peaceable Kingdom in Whitehall since March 2017, helping the cat program once a week. And have been volunteering since April 2021 at Last Chance Ranch in Quakertown with the dogs once a...
Katelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Katelyn is great, she takes excellent care of my cat while I'm away. Highly recommended"
Donna O.
5.0
(1)
My name is Breanna, but my friends call me Bree. I grew up with two Rottweilers. I love dogs! I'm the girl who needs to pet a dog if I see one! I have been a dog walker and sitter for over 8 years. I have grown up with dogs my whole life. I currently have a 4-year-old boxer pit mix! I would love to take care of your dogs.
Breanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Breanna is very professional and is always enthusiastic when I need someone to watch my cat. My cat is not exactly the easiest pet to take care of but Breanna takes it in stride. I can recommend her for anyones care needs without reservation."
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Amy F.
Schnecksville, PA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker Available Mornings, Evenings And Overnight
4.5
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate animal lover, a foster for a pet association and have volunteered at an animal shelter. I am experienced in caring for cats/kittens, puppies/dogs, birds, rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, mice and gerbils. I also have some experience in caring for and feeding farm animals including alpacas, horses, goats, chickens...
Amy can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Amy Jo was very friendly and showed her love of animals right away. She answered questions quickly and texted right away if there was ever a problem. She made leaving our cats for the first time a better experience."
Allyson S.
5.0
(1)
I have 20+ years of experience with cats and dogs, as well as various farm animals. I can help with Transportation, pet sitting, and walks. I have 4 dogs, 2 cats, 2 birds, and a sheep at the moment. I have been rescuing animals and fostering as well. I have a medical background and I am comfortable giving shots, medications. I...
Ildiko can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"When I moved two hours away from my parents in 2021, I didn’t expect to need a caregiver for them anytime soon. Unfortunately, decline happened pretty rapidly after I moved. Luckily, I was referred to Ildiko and she has been a godsend to our family. Ildiko is...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided dog, cat, and rabbit sitting throughout the past 12 years. I have worked with many different breeds of dogs and cats. I love and willing to work with animals of all sizes and ages. Able to walk and feed animals and can also perform baths and light grooming of animals.
Colleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"First time using Care.com to find someone to help with my two cats during vacation. Colleen was fantastic with communication throughout our interactions. It was great knowing a kind person was helping with my pets while I was away."
Brooke H.
I have always loved animals. I have two dogs and a cat of my own. I have been pet sitting for years and I also have experience with large breeds.
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Christina W.
Allentown, PA
$15-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. 2+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
A fourth year college student looking to go into a career in animal care, I'm working towards a biology degree. I have experience working in a shelter, interning at Aark Wildlife here in Pennsylvania, cabine rehab, and general practice veterinary medicine. I personally have experience with exotics and small animals, in addition...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Danae' C.
Pottstown, PA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home anytime. I'm an experienced dog owner of 8+ years and love all breeds. I lead with a gentle spirit and make sure any dog in my care is comfortable and well looked after. I require current rabies vaccine proof and a meet/greet to discuss your dogs needs as well as address any owner notes. :)
My two 19 yo cats left us in 2018 and I miss them still. Except for the last 5 years, I have lived with and loved animals all my life. Dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, rabbits, white mice and assorted fish.
I'd describe my personality as calm, methodical, happy
I like working with animals because I am cat & dog deprived
I...
Catherine can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! I have been a nanny through Care. com for 3 years watching children from 5 months to 11 years old in their family's homes. I currently work for a family M-F so I'm looking for weekend pet sitter jobs. At my work I help with feeding and taking their dog (Labrador) outside to go to the bathroom when the parents aren't home....
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
30 years experience with dogs and cats. Loving environment. I have 2 rescue dogs of my own. Thank you so much!
Jennifer can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Blessings!
My name is Tahasia, I am 21 years old. I am currently in technical school for Massage. I adore kids and animals. I have lots of experience with kids from helping raise my three younger siblings, babysitting and helping out at my old church with the kids ministry. I also have a lot of experience with cats as well as...
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Mertztown, PA
Heather B.
5.0
I hired Heather to take care of my two fluff ball cats and she was great. She took photos and sent updates every day, which were so nice and fun to see. I know she took amazing care of my cats and made sure I didn't have to worry one bit about them while away. I think anybody looking to leave their...
- Kathleen S.
Mary S.
5.0
Mary has been our pet sitter for 2+ years now, and we have been and continue to be thrilled with the job she does. She has come for Max every day throughout the past two years that I have been at work. In addition, she has been our emergency weekend help as well when we've had weddings or parties...
- Kyle S.
Amber P.
5.0
Amber helped look after our cat while we were on vacation. She updated us on how our cat was doing the first day and we didn't have to worry about anything. We would definitely consider using her in the future.
- Heather F.
Kayla B.
5.0
Kayla was awesome! She took excellent care of our dogs, which really let us have a nice relaxing vacation. She is very dependable, flexible, responsible, and a great communicator.
- Molly H.
Jennifer A.
5.0
Jenny is very friendly, considerate and reliable! She has helped me many times with walking my dog and takes great care of him. I recommend her to others!
- Paige C.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Mertztown, PA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Mertztown, PA?
Dog sitters near you in Mertztown, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Mertztown, PA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Mertztown, 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 Mertztown, PA is $15.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Mertztown, PA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Mertztown, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Mertztown, PA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Mertztown, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Mertztown, PA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Mertztown, 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.