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Abigail K.

Port Matilda, PA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Jessica B.

Dog Walking/Pet Sitting

State College, PA

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Alexis B.

Dog Sitter/Walker!

State College, PA

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
I have about 10 years of experience in both dog and cat sitting and am looking for opportunities to make some extra money!
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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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Selena O.

State College, PA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Grace E.

Energetic Pet Lover

State College, PA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Essence F.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Alexandra S.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Miranda M.

State College, PA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
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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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Megan H.

Philipsburg, PA

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$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Kelly S.

Active Pet Lover

Pennsylvania Furnace, PA

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I am a nursing student(soon to be nurse!) and an experience and responsible pet caregiver. I am open to dog walking, overnight sits, or stop in visits for any type of pet! Whatever you need to make your precious pets feel loved and keep you comfortable while you're away, I am happy to help with.
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Patricia W.

Happiness Is The Best Gift To The Soul

Petersburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Emily G.

Pet Sitter

Petersburg, PA

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$10/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I am currently a Vet Tech student at YTI Career Institute. Animals have always been a part of my life. I grew up on a dairy farm and my parents have multiple dogs. As part of my education, I am required to have a certain amount of kennel duties during a term. During kennel duty I either help feed the cats and scoop...
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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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Breonna W.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Isabella R.

Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Elizabeth (Bess)

State College, PA

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am a current college student looking for dog sitting jobs! I have a great background in many years of experience in dog sitting and babysitting/nannying. I a chocolate lab and golden lab at home! I love dogs. I am reliable, trustworthy, caring, kind, and responsible!
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Jacqueline G.

Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
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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Ava C.

Huntingdon, PA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Ava, a freshman at Juniata College. I am an animal lover and have an adorable cat. I've taken various cat and dog sitting jobs in my neighborhood and volunteer at the Huntington humane society.
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Lorena F.

Huntingdon, PA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love dogs and I'm happy to help you, in case you need someone to go for a walk or pet sitting. I lived with a yellow lab for two years and used to dog walk some small dogs in the past.
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  • 32 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 Port Matilda, PA

Dog sitters near you in Port Matilda, 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 Port Matilda, 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 Port Matilda, PA is $8.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Port Matilda, 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 Port Matilda, 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 Port Matilda, 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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