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I provide pet sitting and dog waking services. I have experience as a pet sitter. I took care of dogs and cats while their owners were on vacation for 3 years in South Florida. I also have 3 cats and 2 dogs of my own.
Brenda can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Morgan K.
Michigan City, IN
$8-13/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of paid experience with dog sitting and I am ok with overnight care and I have my own transportation.
Morgan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I currently have 3 cats and 1 dog. I have had animals all my life growing up. I also have some basic understanding of how to care for fish and rabbits. I enjoy animals and feel like I am a good caregiver for my fur babies at home. My dog is a cattle dog and so I understand that some breeds may have extra needs when it comes to...
Melissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Mary S.
Michigan City, IN
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
Alyssa W.
La Porte, IN
$15-20/hr
I love animals and am willing to work with cats or dogs. I can do dog walking. Or pet sitting depending on what you need I'll make sure your fur babies are you taken care of
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Amanda and I've been pet sitting for almost six years now. I absolutely love it! It's so nice to be that person that people reply on and trust to take care of your pets. I also have experience working at a dog boarding facility, so I know quite a bit about caring for dogs. I have a fur baby of my own that means...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Hi! I'm Destiny! I love animals with all of my heart. I know CPR & the Heimlich maneuver on dogs (large & small), and cats! I have pets of my own, and I love meeting others' pets as well. I do require up to date on vaccines, especially rabies, in the case that I do get bit. I will need to see the receipt/paper for each animal in...
Destiny can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
Juliana S.
La Porte, IN
$12-17/hr
Hello! I I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am an experienced dog sitter as well as other animals including; birds, ferrets, rabbits, and fish! I have watched neighborhood animals before and am excited to meet your furry friends! I am okay with bathing and grooming as well!
Juliana can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Kathy K.
La Porte, IN
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I can provide pet sitting in your home. I've owned lots of animals. I have carried for dogs, cats, horses, pigs , birds I love all kinds and all ages .. I have had jobs caring for elderly residents and there furry babies
Kathy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have had over 17 years of experience on watching dogs and cats. I have had many different breeds to golden doodles, labs pit bulls and etc. I love dogs to much that I have some of my own. My duties are to clean up after them and take them for walks and also make sure that they are fed. I...
Saxon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Saxon cleans my home every week and helps with organization as well. She is punctual."
Elizabeth G.
Fallon F.
Portage, IN
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 rabbits.
I love animals and I take care of my family's animals. I pet sit for family.
I'm currently in the navy reserves, and I'm just trying to move out and make some extra money. I am very trustworthy and will treat your animals like my own.
Fallon can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"I have four dogs and four cats and she loves all of them and they love her to death. She is just like me, a big time animal lover. When I was gone on vacation I didn't have to worry about anything because she stayed at my house and took care of all of my animals...
Michelle Z.
Melanie Y.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and reliable pet sitter for dogs, cats, and all manner of small furry creatures. I am happy to feed birds, turtles, and fish... but have limited experience. No snakes, spiders, lions, tigers, or bears. However I will consider pandas on a case by case basis!
My rates are $20+ for a daytime visit and $50+ for...
Melanie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, daily feeding, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"So great to have found her. Just a gem!"
Sharon L.
I have had animals my whole life. I grew up on a 5 acre farm with horses, cats, and dogs. I love animals and would love to help take care of yours! I have 2 dogs right now, a 12-year-old Heeler/Catahoula mix rescue named Delilah and an 8-year-old Husky. I have extensive experience with dog sitting multiple pups as well as...
I provide cat, dog, bird, and any other small mammal or reptile sitting, care taking, feeding, and any other need. I am an experienced former veterinary assistant, bird keeper for the Indianapolis Zoo, and program animal coordinator for Sunset Hill Farm County Park with over 10 years of experience. I love cats, dogs, birds, farm...
Natalie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting
My name is David and I have had pets as early as I can remember! I grew up with several dogs and cats and I volunteered at the Humane Society for two years working with a variety of dogs.
I also trained new volunteers at the Humane Society and evaluated the dogs that were brought in.
I have a lot of love for animals and look...
Abbey W.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-20/hr
I have experience with sitting dogs and cats and have a corgi mix of my own! Im open to any new animals animals as well. I'm very active myself and love to walk and play with animals. I'm very responsible and trust worthy.
Haily C.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I have pet sat in the past for a family with 3 cats who claimed "everything looked good," when they returned. I love dogs and would treat them as my own.
Kimberlee C.
Portage, IN
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I realized that I had a connection with animals
when I was a young child. I have had pets my entire life and currently have two cats and I am fostering a kitten.
I have worked and volunteered. I also worked at a cat clinic while determining if I wanted to return to school to become a Vet Technician.
Over the years I have...
Kimberlee can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, laid back, and outstanding
I like working with kids because they're so smart and never fail to brighten up your day
I started working with kids when I was young. I started babysitting my younger cousins around 12
In my spare time, I like to spend my day with my dogs
Ashlyn M.
Valparaiso, IN
$15-30/hr
I love animals and taking care of them. I'm happy to help with any in house sitting and dog walking/other care.
Ashlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Michigan City, IN
Saxon S.
5.0
Saxon cleans my home every week and helps with organization as well. She is punctual.
- Elizabeth G.
Fallon F.
5.0
Can tell she loves animals and never had a problem the several times she has helped me
- Karlo H.
Melanie Y.
5.0
So great to have found her. Just a gem!
- Sharon L.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Michigan City, IN
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Michigan City, IN?
Dog sitters near you in Michigan City, IN 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 Michigan City, IN?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Michigan City, IN 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 Michigan City, IN is $12.33.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Michigan City, IN?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Michigan City, IN. 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 Michigan City, IN?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Michigan City, IN 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 Michigan City, IN?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Michigan City, IN, 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.