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265 dog sitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Portland, OR
I grew up with dogs and cats in the home as well as pet sitting for family and friends. I have experience with a variety of different breeds, from chihuahuas to Labradors. I'd love to help care for your pets!
Leanne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Franchesca O.
Portland, OR
$12-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
i've worked with cats and dogs for three years and I have four of my own two dogs and two cats and I love animals. And I would love to take care of your furry friends for you I can do walking and I can also do pet sitting.
I hope you consider me to take care of your best friend like it was my own!!!
Franchesca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Anthea F.
Portland, OR
$13-18/hr
Love Dogs And Cats And Would Love To Help Out With Walking, Pet sitting, Or Transportation
I have house and pet sat for many families up
in Portland. Open to working with dogs and cats. I hope I can be of help to you!
Anthea can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am an experienced, passionate pet sitter with 5+ years of experience. I am able to handle dogs and cats of all ages and sizes. Will also provide walking, playtime, and tons of pets :)
Daphne can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, I offer pet care services including general companion cat & dog pet care sitting, feeding, scooping and emptying litter boxes, dog walking, etc. I am an older adult myself and have taken care of animals, children and older adults through my life. I love pets of all sorts. I currently own 4 cats of my own. I have cared for...
Linnea can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Animals are amazing to be around. They bring me so much joy! Being able to spend time with them and take care of them is a special job. I have taken care for three families animals in the past. This involved watching their dogs, cats and fish. I'm able to walk the dogs around the neighborhood for fresh air and as an activity....
Kayla can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hello, I love animals. I don't have professional experience pet sitting but have been a dog mom to an amazing English bulldog named Layla who lived a long and happy life. I'd do best with dogs that aren't too powerful if I will be walking them. I'm very responsible, loving and calm and dogs and cats seem to gravitate to me. If...
Tracy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi there! I'm an animal lover with many years of professional and personal experience with dogs and cats. I have more experience with dogs, but enough experience with cats to feel very comfortable with providing them excellent care.
I grew up with pets, but currently do not have one of my own, so I love helping other families...
Shannon can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I have experience caring for mostly large and energetic dogs but am also comfortable with any size! My own dog is very anxious and shy, so I know how to make other anxious dogs feel comfortable around me and others. I am willing to run and go on long walks with dogs who need it.
Margaret can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kelly S.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been a pet sitter for 6-7 years, and have great experience with a variety breeds. In the past, I have committed to dog-sitting for a month as well as cat sitting for a month.
Hello! I have taken care of different kinds of animals for 20 years and I worked at a pet store at one point in my life, so I have a lot of experience and I absolutely love spending time with animals. I can help with Grooming, Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, House Sitting, Housekeeping, and Plant Sitting.
I work from home so I can...
Destany can also help with: Daily feeding, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I grew up with and around cats and dogs and learned from a very young age to embrace and honor the importance, beauty, value and power that a relationship with an animal can bring and mean. I currently have 2 young cats companions who I share life with and have had an amazing kitty for 17 years prior to that. I have been pet...
Jennifer S.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Animal Lover Ready To Provide High Quality Pet Care
Hello. I have been pet sitting dogs, and cats, for over 20 years throughout the Portland area and while living in Tulsa, OK from 2021-2023. I am in my early 50's, single, and am able to come to your home when you are out of town in order to keep your pet in their own environment. I can take them for walks, give meds, etc. I can...
I am a junior at PSU, majoring in biochemistry with a minor in Spanish. My career-passion is in healthcare and public health, particularly with microbiology and it's implementations. My time in the Boy Scouts, during which I earned my Eagle Scout Award, ignited my hobby-passion for the outdoors and conservation.
Growing up...
Aidan can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! I'm Sabrina! I'm absolutely obsessed with animals and particularly DOGS! Until very recently I had 2 dogs but I now have one, Kiki a Chinese Crested dog.
I worked for nearly 10 years through my 20's at a big box pet store. I was the fish, small animal and bird expert and eventually moved into the grooming salon. I...
Sabrina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
- 7+ years professional experience with dog care
- Extremely reliable and trustworthy
- Calm and compassionate demeanor
- Inclined towards gentle and consistent training through daily tasks
- References
Mariah can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
Serafina S.
Portland, OR
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I have been pet sitting for about two years now as well as dog walking/checking in on cats. I am friendly, reliable, great with animals of all sizes, and have transportation that could fit a dog.
Serafina can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Julie G.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Animal Lover Available For Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, And Pet Care.
Hello! My name is Julie. I'm a 27 y. o. California native. I have 8 years of professional pet care experience.
I've owned a variety of animals since I was little, and for the past six years, I have worked professionally with dogs and cats as a kennel assistant and dog trainer. I have experience with tiny to giant dogs,...
Julie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have grown up with animals my entire life. I am very responsible and careful when it comes to others pets. I treat other pets as if they are my own.
Belen can also help with: Pet walking
Jenna G.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Jenna, I'm 29 and live in Lawrence. I have two cats and love dogs as well. I've lived with dogs and cats most of my life. I have experience pet-sitting for friends and neighbors and love every animal I meet! I am open to boarding dogs if they are cat-friendly, but otherwise would prefer in home care/walking. Thank you...
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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... Read moreFAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Portland, OR
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Portland, OR?
Dog sitters near you in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Portland, OR 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, OR is $16.61.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Portland, OR?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Portland, OR. 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 Portland, OR?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Portland, OR, 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.
Ratings for Portland, OR dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Portland, OR are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 265 listed dog sitters.