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Megan H.

Philipsburg, PA

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$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am Megan I am looking to care for your dogs at home including sitting and things like walking. I am willing to watch your animal throughout the week or just occasionally like a vacation!
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Abigail K.

Port Matilda, PA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Abigail and I am a State College local attending Penn State for Secondary Education with a focus in English. I have a several years of pet sitting experience and have a dog of my own! If you are going on vacation and/or are looking for a pet sitter, feel free to reach out to me. I would love to look after your...
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Patricia W.

Happiness Is The Best Gift To The Soul

Petersburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
I am a proud parent (fur mom) to two Min Pins and I pet sit an adorable Miniature Dachshund. I would love to help with walking your dog or/and just to be there for them. I'm willing to take them on trails with me IF it's ok with owner. This same love and care also is for cats. I love animals and feel they always need loved! I...

Care Member says "Wonderful and reliable, Patricia does a fabulous job every time she cleans my home. It’s so refreshing and relaxing to come back to a deeply cleaned...

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Hannah B.

Part-time Dog Sitter

State College, PA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
I have previous experience with dog sitting. I am comfortable staying overnight and helping with any housekeeping. I am comfortable with any sized dog.
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Josephine M.

Part-time Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
I worked at an animal kennel for a year from 2020-2021 so I have lots of experience with dogs and cats as well as all the care that goes along with them. I also have two dogs and two cats of my own. One of the families I used to babysit for also had a dog, she was about a year old and I would have to feed her, play with her, let...
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Emma M.

Love All Animals!

State College, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
I am a student at Penn State looking for some part time work during the school year. I have 3 years of experience. I have had multiple pet sitting jobs for when clients go on trips. I absolutely adore all animals and would take great care of your fur babies. I also have 3 dogs of my own and 1 bunny but I am open to all animals!
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hayley H.

State College, PA

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Hayley, an experienced and loving pet caregiver. I specialize in offering personalized care for dogs, cats, and small animals, ensuring they get the attention and exercise they need while you're away. I'm comfortable with all pets, from puppies to senior animals, and can handle feeding, medication administration, walks,...
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Elizabeth B.

Enthusiastic And Responsible Pet Services

State College, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Life-long animal lover (fanatic really.) I grew up with lots of cats and several dogs. There have been only 2 weeks in the last 30 years that I have not had my own pets. In that time, I've had 5 cats and 2 wonderful dogs (Rhodesian Ridgeback and pitbull mixes, father and daughter), all of whom gave me a wide range of experience....
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Chloe N.

University Park, PA

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$8/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! I absolutely love pets and have had dogs and cats my whole life. I love spending time with animals and pet sit for many of my neighbors!
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Jacqueline G.

Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$10/hr
Pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
I have had dogs all my life and love taking care of them. I currently share a 14-week-old Cavapoo puppy named Gizmo with my roommate. I just finished a contracted position at Deloitte and am seeking new employment within the next few weeks but am using my current availability to train Gizmo. I am looking to provide pet care to...
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Miranda M.

State College, PA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Dog training
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Miranda! I'm currently enrolled at Penn State as a Forensic Science major. I'm looking for a little more than part time work, about 30-40 hours a week. I have worked with several different dogs including trained working border collies, german shepherds, service dogs, and several other breeds. I have done dog sitting,...
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Isabella R.

Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Bella! I absolutely adore animals and would love to pet sit for you! I have 2 puppies of my own so I'm very comfortable with dogs, and I have experience with cats as well. I worked at a zoo a few summers ago so I have experience in all kinds of animal care! Please reach if you're in need of a pet sitter!
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Grace E.

Energetic Pet Lover

State College, PA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I am Grace and am a Penn State graduate working on campus full time. I am looking for some additional side work. I've grown up around animals and currently have a dog at home who I love and miss dearly. I am someone you can trust around your animal and am someone who has pet-sit dogs, cats, and fish previously. I do miss...
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Jessica B.

Dog Walking/Pet Sitting

State College, PA

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have experience regularly walking dogs, as well as caring for them in others' homes! I love both dogs and cats!
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Essence F.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Essence. I live and work in state college. I have 5-6 years of experience with pet sitting a range of animals (primarily dogs, but including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, frogs, snails, and fish). In addition to animals, I have also cared for plants. I am comfortable/experienced pet sitting...
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Marina W.

PSU Student Who Misses Her Dogs

State College, PA

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I've been pet sitting since I was in middle school for my neighbors! I also have two dogs of mine at home right now and have had cats before. Love them all to death and love pretty much any pet I meet.
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Selena O.

State College, PA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving and humble I like working with animals because they are so loving and loyal I started working with animals when I was little. I grew up with a dog and started dog sitting in middle school In my spare time, I like to play pickleball and spend time with family and friends One...
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Alexandra S.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I can do an hourly rate of $15-25, depending on location and the length of time. I am open to everything from house-sitting for the day to taking in your pet for a few hours. Hey, I'm Lexie and animals have always held a special place in my heart. Growing up with three cats and a dog, I developed a deep connection with the...
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Breonna W.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Need a reliable and loving pet sitter? With three years of experience caring for pets, I provide attentive and personalized care for your furry friends. As a pet owner myself (one dog and two cats), I understand the importance of keeping pets comfortable, happy, and well-cared for while you're away. Whether it's feeding,...
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Emily M.

Dog Sitter / Walker

State College, PA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
I have been Dog Walking since Middle School. I love dogs, and have a 5-year-old yellow lab named Cooper that I love to play with, walk, and take care of. I'm looking for a Summer job :)
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  • 29 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $8.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Philipsburg, PA

Dog sitters near you in Philipsburg, 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.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Philipsburg, 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 Philipsburg, PA is $8.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Philipsburg, 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.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Philipsburg, 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.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Philipsburg, 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.

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