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Find dog sitters in Portland, ME that you’ll love

60 dog sitters are listed in Portland, ME

The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 5 years

Dog sitters in Portland, ME

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Ashley C.


Portland, ME

$12-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My names Ashley! I am a full-time college student at University of Southern Maine, I major in health science with 2 minors, biology and holistic health. I'm from Rangeley, Maine. I've grown up with pets in my household ever since I was little. I have 3 boxers back at home. I enjoy being around dogs and love taking care of...
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Madeleine W.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Whether you need someone trustworthy and reliable to watch your pets while you are a way or someone to help out with private walks and outings, I am happy to help! I offer over 10 years of paid experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, fish, and horses. I also have a dog of my own! I will give your pets plenty of love...
Madeleine can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Erin S.


Portland, ME

$13-18/hr4 yrs exp

Family And Pet Carer

Hello! I am a licensed social worker (LSW) and Behavioral Health Professional working with children, adolescents, and teens during the day specializing in behavioral supports and special needs, and coming home to my one dog and two cats after work. In college I trained as a beginner obedience trainer where I began working as a...
Erin can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Grace S.


Portland, ME

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

Dog-loving Student!

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.
Grace can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Colleen T.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm an active and energetic animal lover. I am reliable, timely and very patient. I have had a variety of pets in my life and currently have a 7-year-old dog. I have lots of experience pet sitting specifically for cats and dogs. I have done dog walking for the last 4 years part time and have never met a dog I didn't...
Colleen can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
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Cassandra M.


Portland, ME

$8-13/hr6 yrs exp

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

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...
Cassandra can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
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Maddy J.


Portland, ME

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am an animal lover with 2 years of paid experience working as a pet sitter. I have grown up with animals all my life, including 3 dogs, 1 cat and a Chinchilla, and am comfortable with a variety of animals. I am responsible and caring and will love your pet like my own.
Maddy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Tennesee B.


Portland, ME

$14-19/hr9 yrs exp

Hi there! I'd love to care for your dog or cat! I have owed both dogs and cats in the past and have frequent experience pet sitting.
Tennesee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Nicole S.


Portland, ME

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Professional. Reliable. Trustworthy Pet Sitter

I have over 13 years of animal experience. I've been caregiver to animals for my entire life. I have experience working at a daycare/boarding/grooming facility for over 3 years and began fostering dogs after leaving that job. I am very comfortable caring for pups of all ages, I take a very special interest in senior animals. All...
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Kathryn B.


Portland, ME

$18-27/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Mom

I provide pet-sitting, including feeding, walking, medications, playing, etc. I'm a pet mom to 3 dogs of various sizes, 2 cats, and a turtle and happy to spend time with your furry family member too.
Kathryn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Kelsey L.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Flexible Caregiver

Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend."

James N.

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Abigail W.


Portland, ME

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

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...
Abigail can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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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Jessica B.


Portland, ME

$10-30/hr2 yrs exp

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...
Jessica can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Emmaline S.


Portland, ME

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Pet Sitter Available

I have walked my friends' and neighbors' dogs for years, and have always enjoyed being outside and getting some exercise! I love all animals, and would be willing to care for any and all pets!
Emmaline can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
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Katie P.


Portland, ME

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

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Hey my names Katie and I just moved back to Maine. I love animals but I can't have any of my own due to traveling for work. I've been dog sitting on and off for about 15 years!
Katie can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting & more
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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Melissa J.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover

I have been pet sitting for over 15 years. I have a 1-year-old golden retriever named Summer who is the light of my life! I love to care for dogs and cats in my free time. I also pet-sit on. feel free to ask to see my clients' reviews!
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Michal F.


Portland, ME

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitting Services

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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Alexis G.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Alexis can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"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 did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Amy A.

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