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60 dog sitters are listed in Norristown, PA
The average rate is $11/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 5 years
Dog sitters in Norristown, PA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Autumn T, I'm 30 years old and I've been Pet sitting for over 9 years! I'm a dog/cat owner myself and I had started building clientele when I worked at Gwynedd Veterinary Hospital. I believe it fine tuned me to be able to recognize signs of unease or aggression and how to handle it. I have given oral...
Autumn can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting
Karen M.
Collegeville, PA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started Pet sitting in 2018. I'm insured and bonded. I previously worked for 3 years as a Veterinary Receptionist, but have cared for pets in my home and as a volunteer at animal shelters for the past 20 years. I have worked and lived with both dogs and cats, and have experience with medicating both. I am also a foster for...
Karen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I have an older cat with health issues. I wanted to find someone that would give my little boy the best of care. I searched through all the pet sitters on care.com. I found Karen with the pet experience that I was looking for and she was local. We had a...
Norm C.
Judith L.
Haverford, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired RN (Temple University Hospital School of Nursing, 1966) looking for cat sitting/caring positions. I have many years of caring for my own furry babies (cats) who have thoroughly trained me to their expectations. I also grew up with dogs, but at this stage of my life, I would be looking for cat care positions,...
Judith can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"SERIOUSLY - The Best Cat Sitter
You can relax and know your fur babies are in the best care. Judy is not only giving your cat(s) the best care and attention but with each visit she sends pictures and a report detailing her time with them. Communication is great!...
Brett S.
Samantha T.
Ambler, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an enthusiastic and caring pet sitter and walker who has been providing care for more than 10 years. I grew up around animals and currently have 2 dogs and 3 cats of my own. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes, temperaments, and energy levels and have experience with caring for dogs with special needs.
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sammi is an animal lover and a great caretaker. She's trustworthy, responsible, and dependable!"
Sam F.
5.0
(1)
I have house/dog-sit and cat-sit for my aunts many times for extended amounts of time. I also have experience dog walking (big digs, great danes and rottweilers). I have a dog and two cats at home so I am very familiar with petcare.
Marisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Marisa has provided care for our two cats on multiple occasions. She follows all of our instructions and goes above and beyond to spend time and play with them. She provides updates to us while we are away and it assures us that they are always in good hands with...
Jacqui R.
5.0
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Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for your interest in my profile. I have been pet sitting for over 20 years Being a pet owner myself, I know how important it is to have someone who is trustworthy and reliable when I have to be away. I have many excellent references from customers past and present. I am available for all pet needs Two of my dogs have...
Patricia can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Patricia has been our pet sitter for approximately 10 years. We have had as many as four dogs at one time, including several with special needs. She has administered medications regularly and with care. She was always available, even on short notice, and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been pet sitting for 13 years, for dogs, cats and horses. I have two dogs and one cat myself. I would love to keep your 4-legged friends safe. I have three cats that I watch often. I feed them, clean their litter and give them thyroid medication. Dogs are walked, fed and loved. If they are fenced in, I play with them and...
Maryellen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a doggo and kitty mama, dog walker, pet sitter, and, of course, an animal lover! I have had cats and dogs my entire life, and began volunteering at a shelter at 13. I am also Red Cross certified in Cat and Dog First Aid. Obesity in pets is unfortunately all too common, but thankfully it's easily preventable and...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I had two elderly dogs, one who had seizures. She comforted him and took him to the vet after he had a seizure in her care. It was an upsetting situation but was handled well. I’m happy she was there for him and us. Both of my dogs also required medication (and...
Care member
Brianna S.
King of Prussia, PA
$14-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Clean up after, groom, exercise and provide care for cats, dogs and small rodents, includes dog walking services and litter box and cage cleaning
Observe outdoor and indoor play to ensure safety of the pet
Feed and provide water based upon client instructions, which may be very detailed and must be followed exactly as given
Meet...
Brianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Janet. and I'm an energetic, fun animal lover. I always loved animals since I was young especially dogs and cats, so when I was asked from a friend and also cleaning client a few years back if I could keep an eye on their fur baby while they were away for a week on vacation the response was of course a yes. It...
Janet can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Janet does an awesome job taking care of my two Dobermans!! They absolutely LOVE her!! I never have to worry about them when she is there!! She goes over and above!!!"
Lisa P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog and cat sitting, and have helped care for family's furry friends for about 8 years now. I have also recently started taking care of different types of reptiles too. I would love to help out in any way I can! I have also experience performing baths and light grooming.
Reetu can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Reetu communicates well in the hiring and scheduling process. She showed up perfectly on time. She took each of my dogs, one 60 pounds and the other 49 pounds, on individual walks. She wisely agrees it's best to walk them separately until she knows them better and...
Anne F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with dog sitting for our neighbors while living in Philly. I enjoy taking my dog to the dog park, hiking and beach. I have gone through Petsmart with dog training my dog and then have had experience training my sister's dog. I have also worked with cats and kept a timely regime while my sister goes on vacation....
Devon can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Devon cared for my two dogs while my family went on vacation. She gave us daily updates on how our dogs were doing so that we could enjoy our time away knowing that they were being well cared for."
Natalie F.
Dana F.
Plymouth Meeting, PA
$14/hr • 10 yrs exp
Ive had dogs since I was born. My parents adopted Rusty a year before I was born in '95 so Ive grown up taking care of dogs, when I was 12 I started my own pet-sitting business, put flyers I made in neighbors mailboxes and recieved many clients. I love all animals, let me know how to take care of your...
Dana can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Halie O.
Bala Cynwyd, PA
$8-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Halie! I have been pet sitting for about 4 years! I absolutely love animals, and enjoy their company! I have a large apartment with a fenced in dog park, as well as trails to walk your fur baby! I live alone and can provide the right amount of love and attention to your animal! I am also experienced in cat...
Halie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
Katherine D.
Villanova, PA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
I grew up with dogs and love any and all kinds (especially big ones!). I am always asked to take care of pets for friends/family as I am so drawn to them, which is why I decided to join this site!
-I am currently a student at Villanova University so I am available until May 10th when the semester is over.
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting
I have owned dogs my entire life and really enjoy taking them on long walks to expel their energy as well as mine! I would love the opportunity to walk your dog on the weekends or dog sit/ cat sit while you are away on the weekends. I have my own car and I look forward to hearing from you.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I am the definition of an animal lover. I've had multiple dogs and cats over the years, have cared for reptiles and fish, and have also cared for injured or orphaned wildlife.
I love cuddling and snuggling with dogs and cats, love and understand the importance of exercise and walks in a pets daily routine.
I currently...
Alix can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I will provide dog sitting and walking services in your home. I have two dogs of my own, a 6-year-old cavalier and an 8-year-old beagle. They are quite picky when it comes to what they like to eat, and they like to be entertained constantly. Thus, I have experience catering to picky dogs & playing with them.
Courtney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Olivia N.
Wayne, PA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have 3 dogs of my own ranging from 60 pounds to 220 pounds.
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Paige J.
Conshohocken, PA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience with sitting for both dogs and cats. I have two cats currently and I'm especially familiar with cat care. I sat for dogs, both large (golden retriever, airedale terrier) and small (dachshund). Furthermore, I am experienced with both kittens and puppies.
In college, I studied Animal Behavior sciences which...
Paige can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Norristown, PA
Karen M.
5.0
I have an older cat with health issues. I wanted to find someone that would give my little boy the best of care. I searched through all the pet sitters on care.com. I found Karen with the pet experience that I was looking for and she was local. We had a telephone interview and a meet and greet...
- Norm C.
Judith L.
5.0
Judith is amazing! She took exceptional care of my Daisy and treated her as if she were her own dog. Daisy even crawled into her lap, and I wouldn't have believed it if she didn't send a picture. That alone speaks volumes. If I'm ever in the area again, I won't hesitate to contact Judith. She's the...
- Kelly C.
Samantha T.
5.0
She gave my pups the attention they were used to and cared for them and our home like they were her own. All their meds were administered as well as their food and treats. They were happy when I returned and not stressed at all. She put me at ease during my trip with photos of my pups having fun,...
- Lisa A.
Marisa K.
5.0
Marisa has provided care for our two cats on multiple occasions. She follows all of our instructions and goes above and beyond to spend time and play with them. She provides updates to us while we are away and it assures us that they are always in good hands with her!
- Jacqui R.
Patricia H.
5.0
Patty is very responsive, reliable and so nice! I’ve felt very comfortable having her take care of my cats while I’ve been away and plan on continuing to use her in the future!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Norristown, PA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Norristown, PA?
Dog sitters near you in Norristown, 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 Norristown, PA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Norristown, 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 Norristown, PA is $11.74.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Norristown, PA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Norristown, 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 Norristown, PA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Norristown, 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 Norristown, PA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Norristown, 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.