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Olivia G.

Summer Part Time Pet Sitter!

Mount Vernon, WA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
I'm an enthusiastic, caring, and laid back person providing animal care in your own home. I've taken care of cats, dogs, and livestock on a hobby farm for the past 15 years, and was in 4-H. I love animals of all sizes and ages with a cat and dog at home! Can take pets for walks, give baths, and other light grooming.
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Ann A.

Pet Sitter

Mount Vernon, WA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a retired RN and am currently assisting families with caregiving for their loved one's. I have also found myself caring for their pets, so I have decided to also start assisting families that are needing a Pet Sitter. I have a small dog at home and love to walk her several times daily. She gets along well with other dogs...
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Cristal S.

Part-time Care Giver

Mount Vernon, WA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I can provide dog sitting in your home or mine. My hours are very flexible and I am understanding of that. I know that every dog is different and has different needs and I am willing to help fulfill those needs! I work will all kinds of dogs and love walking/running.
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Selena G.

Mount Vernon, WA

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting. I currently work for mount Vernon school district as a 1 on 1 for a visually impaired student at the middle school, Burlington Lutheran church as the nursery attendant, and I am the head coach for a youth competitive cheer team. I love animals so much. I have a big passion for them, as I grew up with them....
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Zora B.

Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Mount Vernon, WA

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi, I'm Zora and I'm a graduating senior at Mount Vernon High School. I am a dedicated student, leadership volunteer, and teacher aide at a preschool. I have a cat and a small dog and I love taking care of pets! I can stay at your house or just drop by when needed, and I can walk smaller dogs or calmer large dogs - I'm just not...
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Colleen D.

Mount Vernon, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
Hi, my name is Colleen, and I am an x-ray technologist at the hospital. I love animals and I can't think of anything better than making sure they are happy and loved. I have cared for cats and dogs with specials medical needs. I can handle any situation and am very comfortable with all kinds of animals including bunnies, horses,...

Paul J. says "Colleen took good care of our 3 cats at our home and let us know how they were doing."

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Erika H.

Pet Sitter

Burlington, WA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I worked for many years and have a wide range of knowledge on the care and caring for many different types of animals. I grew up on a farm, and own a dog and cat myself. I adore all animals and consider them fuzzy little people and bundles of joy to enjoy:)
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Kathleen B.

Pet Sitter & Dog Walker

La Conner, WA

from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 5 years of paid experience pet sitting for cats & dogs in my home and others' homes, also dog walking. Kids & animals are drawn to me! I recently lost my sweet Chihuahua to cancer so would love to pet sit and walk your dog for you. Thank you, Kathleen
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Ilein R.

Dog Sitting

Burlington, WA

from
$17/hr
7 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have taken care of dogs for more than 10 years. I worked for an independent dog shelter in Mexico. The shelter rescues cats and dogs. They get medical attention and care until they are ready to find a home. I have also provided dog sitting services for friends and family over the...
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Joreen M.

La Conner, WA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
Hello, I'm Joreen ! I am 20 years old and currently attending skagit valley college for early childhood education. I work as a hostess at a local restaurant in la Conner, though I have been in and out of work due to COVID-19. I have some past experiences animal sitting; including for friends/family, on a farmhouse and my own...
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Katelynn B.

Burlington, WA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi I have had dogs and cats most of my life and have been pet sitting/dog walking since for about 11 years.
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Casaundra S.

Love & Care For Your Lovely Pets

Burlington, WA

from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
dog training
grooming
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hello! My professional experience working with dogs was in Anacortes, where I started my own dog walking business, focusing on walking through the woods, where dogs can experience all the smelling & fresh air they deserve & need. We have been fortunate enough to have dogs in our family for over 40 years. I always used local...
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Khulile M.

Burlington, WA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Trustworthy and reliable pet caregiver with a focus on providing personalized attention to your pet. With 1 year experience caring for pets of all ages. I understand the importance of creating a comfortable and safe environment. Services include pet sitting, dog walking, and overnight care.
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Denise P.

Pet Services

La Conner, WA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for clients and friends since I can remember, but professionally, since 2011. Mostly cats and dogs, though I grew up with horses, bunnies, even hamsters! I will walk, clean and cuddle your fur babies. My cats are my children, and so I know what it's like to have to entrust them so someone when I am gone....
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Angela H.

Pet Sitter Fun Visits And Walks

Oak Harbor, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
Hi!! I'm a big animal lover who isn't right? I have worked in 3 veterinary hospitals over the years, assisting doctors and technicians. A lifetime experience with my own personal pets. I am comfortable with any size dogs and most temperaments. I generally host one family at a time at my home, 4 very friendly pets max, at any...

Maylen N. says "She's taken care of our fur baby koda a Pomeranian and a our Gata (female cat) and I have no complaints I'm so happy with her services and I look forward...

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Lara D.

Animal Lover And Smile Creator

Anacortes, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have over a decade of experience with cats and dogs, including elderly pets and high-energy dogs. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. If you are traveling to the area for work or play, I can also provide drop-in services to give your pet an afternoon potty break and exercise.

David H. says "Lara did a fantastic job, from the first meet and greet onward, she has been exceptional with my pups, and very prompt and communicative. "

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Malia S.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Sedro Woolley, WA

4.5(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I've been pet sitting for friends and neighbors for years. I have been a pet owner and am comfortable with coming in for the day to take care of a pet or staying at your house and doing some housekeeping while caring for the pet. Dogs and cats are both great!

Care Member says "Malia came to our house and walked our dogs and fed them while we were gone and week on vacation. Everything went fantastic, will use her in the...

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Shandra C.

Fun Loving And Care Sitter

Anacortes, WA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have 10 + years of experience of care of children and pets. I'm a loving caring compassionate person who just adores pets and children. My passions in life are definitely animals and children. They bring smiles and happiness. I love playing with dogs and cuddles with cats.
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Aubree N.

Pet Sitter

Oak Harbor, WA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Aubree, I'm 19 years old and I would love to help take care of your animals. I've spend my whole life with dogs and cats. I have 2 English hunting labs and 1 cat. I'm familiar with large dogs who are hyper or jumpy. My dogs take multiple medications so I can also tend to your animals with medicine if they take...
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Shay K.

Pet Sitter On The Weekends

Oak Harbor, WA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have had a dog since I was 7 years old. I took care of him until he passed away when I was about 22. I have experience walking animals, taking care of dogs and cats and some other animals. I can feed them, give them medication if they have any and play with them. I love animals. I always have.
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  • 36 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Mount Vernon, WA

Dog Sitters in Mount Vernon, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 36 listed dog sitters

Colleen D.

Colleen took good care of our 3 cats at our home and let us know how they were doing.

- Paul J.

Angela H.

She's taken care of our fur baby koda a Pomeranian and a our Gata (female cat) and I have no complaints I'm so happy with her services and I...

- Maylen N.

Lara D.

Lara did a fantastic job, from the first meet and greet onward, she has been exceptional with my pups, and very prompt and communicative.

- David H.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Mount Vernon, WA

Dog sitters near you in Mount Vernon, WA 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 Mount Vernon, WA 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 Mount Vernon, WA is $17.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Mount Vernon, WA. 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 Mount Vernon, WA 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 Mount Vernon, WA, 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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