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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 walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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 sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, grooming, pet walking
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
Melanie Y.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, dog training, daily feeding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"So great to have found her. Just a gem!"
Sharon L.
5.0
(1)
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 transportation, pet walking
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
(7)
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
"Can tell she loves animals and never had a problem the several times she has helped me"
Karlo H.
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.
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...
I have previously dog sat and taken care of cats while their owners were out of town. I have two cats of my own and have had dogs, cats and fish previously. I have experience working with a wide variety of breeds as I have been employed at a dog boarding facility as well. I love all animals and can't wait to make more...
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Sophie, and I am looking for some pet sitting or walking jobs for times I am not in school. I love dogs and cats and could offer them an affectionate sitter! As a college student, my schedule is not generally flexible, but I may be able to make accommodations. Please send me a message if your pets need a walker...
Sophie can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Serena W.
Harbert, MI
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Im a pet lover of all kinds of animals. I pet sit in your home. Pets that I care for are cats, dogs, fish, lizards. I also do chickens, ducks , geese, goats and pigs.
Hello! I'm Michael thanks for checking out my profile! I have experience caring for and rescuing dogs for the past 9 years! I am an extremely active person and have skills in dog training, grooming, and pet sitting. It brings me joy to improve the lives of the animals in my care. I stay up to date with animal news and pet care...
Michael can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I'm Katie, I'm 30 years old and I love animals! I have a cat named Simba. I grew up with all sorts of animals, I had frogs, birds, dogs, rabbits, hamsters and a very large fish tank. I've been pet sitting and dog walking since I was 13 years old. I would love to help your family out! Please reach out with any questions! :)
Katelin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I graduated mid-term and will be attending university in the fall! I am looking for something to fill my time as well as to help save money for school!
Need a pet sitter? I'd love to help! Through my life I have had hamsters, birds, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, cats, dogs and more! I have also pet sat family, friends, and for...
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Bryan W.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-15/hr
I currently have three pets (two cats and a dog) I have personally trained all of them from a young age. They all sit and come on command. I also am very patient with the animals and do not mind taking extra effort to make sure they are comfortable. All my animals are extremely friendly and well behaved.
Bryan can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
I've pet sit many times. I love keeping pets - especially dogs and horses company when their owners are away !
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: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Michigan City, IN
Melanie Y.
5.0
So great to have found her. Just a gem!
- Sharon L.
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.
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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 $13.00.
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.