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Grace S.

Dog-loving Student!

Portland, ME

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I grew up with many dogs, and currently have 2 dogs, one dachshund and one golden doodle. I also regularly dog sit a second golden doodle. I love pups and can give them lots of attention and exercise - I love the outdoors! I can provide dog sitting in your own home as well.
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Shelley O.

Friendly Dog Sitter And Dog Walker

Portland, ME

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My experience in pet care includes dog sitting and dog walking! I had a dog most of my life, and now my children currently have dogs. I am a dog lover, and I enjoy caring for pets. Now that my children have grown and moved out of the house, I'm looking for part-time work in pet care to continue spending time with dogs. I am...
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Cassandra M.

Part-time, Flexible, And Last-minute Pet Sitting Services Available

Portland, ME

from
$16/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have lots of experience in dog sitting for friends, family, and paid clients. I am pretty flexible so I would be a great last-minute person to call for pet-sitting services! I love to go for long walks and I am happy to give baths, etc. I don't have any formal training but I'd be happy to meet in-person for an interview or...
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Chelsea P.

Young Professional Who Loves Dogs!

Portland, ME

from
$20/hr
I'm a Nurse Practitioner who has not yet found an NP job and am looking to pick up jobs until I do! I'm courteous, kind, responsible, cleanly, and active. I love to walk 3-5 miles a day, and would love to take your pet with me! I don't have any formal pet sitting experience but do love animals.
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Karen S.

Let Me Care While You're Not There

Portland, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
My father has been training dogs for over 30 years, and my Mother even longer. I grew up with over 15 dogs and cats; and this does not include the rescue dogs nor the dogs my Dad took in for sitting or training. The breeds included German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Belgian Malinois, Retrievers, and Shelties. I also pet-sat for some...
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Samantha B.

Portland, ME

from
$16/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I have reliable experience dog sitting, I love to ensure pets feel loved and safe. I've been taking care of animals my whole life
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Eden M.

Experienced Dog Walker And Sitter

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Eden, I'm a Portland native and am a big animal lover! I have a dog and 2 cats of my own, all whom are rescues. In addition, I have some experience training dogs, and roughly 3 years of dog walking and sitting. I'm patient, reliable, and loving! If you're interested, I'd love to hear more about what you're looking...
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Jessica B.

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi, I'm Jess and would love to care for your pets! I provide sitting in your own home. I am very experienced. I grew up with a dog and recently got another one! I have pet sat for about 2 years now and have great references. I love all dogs and pets in general! I can perform baths, go for walks, have transportation, and readily...
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Shaelynn M.

Portland, ME

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I have been actively pet sitting for people in my parent's neighborhood since I was around 14 years old. I have the most experience with cats and dogs, but I also worked at a pet store for a year, where I took care of small animals and birds. I am definitely comfortable with all animals and I am very good with all as well....
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Abigail W.

Part-time Care Giver

Portland, ME

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I am a very patient, caring, energetic pet sitter and walker. I provide service in your home or outdoors. I have many years of personal experience working around pets, as well as simply spending time with them. I've worked around various dog breeds along with various cat breeds, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, and other pets. I am a...
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Alexis G.

Pet Sitter/Caregiver

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...

Amy A. says "Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She...

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Sarah B.

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
Aloha! I am a lover of furry/feathery friends and am here to help! I grew up on a farm with goats, horses, chickens, a dog and cats and have also worked on several farms where animal care was required. I am available to come feed and care for your animals, walk your dog, house sit or even care for your dog in my own home....
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Michal F.

Pet Sitting Services

Portland, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I provide dog sitting in my home and have experience boarding and walking dogs. I have my own dog who loves to play with other dogs and children. Thank you for your consideration.
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Eilish C.

Holiday Pet Sitter

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have intermittent experience in basic dog and cat sitting with dog breeds including smaller terriers and larger retrievers. I have experience in basic feeding and cleaning, as well as walking and play.
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Grace A.

Pet Sitter/walker!

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
I've always lived in a house full of animals from dogs, cats, birds, snakes, rabbits, hamsters. you name it! I'm extremely passionate for providing calm, attentive, flexible care for pets of any kind! I'm looking to provide pet sitting and walking services!
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Colleen W.

Part-time Pet Sitting

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I am a public school teacher looking for part-time pet sitting jobs for people who are traveling or on vacation. My schedule is very flexible during July and August. I do not have to go in to work so I will be able to walk, feed, or cuddle your pet any time of day! I have years of experience pet sitting in my neighborhood as a...
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Sarah B.

Portland, ME

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I am an experienced pet sitter who lives in Portland! My job has flexible hours and I travel a lot during the day in the surrounding towns so love having clients to walk and play with during my day! I have experience with all dog ages and breeds. I love going on long walks and playing till pups are happy and tired. I...
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Phoebe M.

Island Dog Walker

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
Hi! I'm Phoebe! Right now I'm a college student up at UMaine Orono, but I'll be home in portland for the summer. I'm spending most of my weekdays working on peaks, and I'll have a bunch of free time during the day to hang out with some doggies! I've been dog-walking and pet-sitting on and off for about five years. I love animals...
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Amber D.

Portland, ME

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love hanging out with pets! Happy to walk or dog/cat sit. I work remotely and have a lot of flexibility!
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Meredith G.

Babysitter/Pet sitter

Portland, ME

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I have a lot of experience babysitting with children between the ages of 2 and 10. Also, growing up with 8 horses and cats and dogs, I am very comfortable watching pets. I truly enjoy both tasks and would love to help out!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.97/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Portland, ME

Dog sitters near you in Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME is $16.97.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Portland, ME. 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 Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME, 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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