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Lina F.
Portsmouth, RI
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have 10+ years of experience with great references. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can take your pet on walks and play with them to give them the care and attention they need. Additionally, I can also perform baths and light grooming.
I have cared for cats, dogs, rats, ferrets, fish, mice, and rabbits. I am very caring and responsible.
Marlo can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Melissa D.
Fall River, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Love Animals Long Term Sitter. Daily! All Day! Great Trainer. Studying To Be A Vet Assistant.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Melissa! I'm an animal lover, I own two cats (and some fun reptiles!) and have had many dogs in the past both large and small. I have house sat for multiple families with multiple pets, old & young. I have experience in caring for sick or deaf/blind dogs/cats, including administering medication. I also work well with...
Melissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Melissa impressed me from the beginning by kneeling down to introduce herself to my dog. She is punctual, responsive and great with my dog. I love that my dog is getting focused attention during the day by someone who enjoys her high activity energy. I'm glad I...
Jean B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience with animals. When I was 14 me and a few people started a dog walking business and have been caring for some animals for a while now.
Callie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is bria and I've grown up with animals! I've always been a crazy animal lover! I've done pet sitting for many animals and their families. I have cared for dogs, cats, hamsters, ferrets, bunnies and even fish! I wish I could do boarding at my house but I already have two cats and a ferret. I am very loving and will...
Bria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Olivia M.
Bristol, RI
$8-13/hr
5.0
(2)
I love animals! I would love to sit your dog/cat. I have two cats right now and I use to have a dog. My boyfriends family just got a puppy and I watched, walked, and played with him a lot already! I would love to take care of your pet!
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced sitter with cats and dogs of all sizes. I have had cats and dogs in the past, and I currently watch two dogs (husky mixes) on occasion, and my availability is very flexible.
Mckenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"McKenzie has taken care of my 3 large dogs for over 4 years now. She is amazing and will care for your dogs like they are her own!"
Kathy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals and currently own 3 rescue cats. Over the years, I've owned 3 dogs, and 5 cats. I've also volunteered at local animal shelters and have pet-sit for many friends and families pets as well. I work as a veterinary technician, so I am skilled in many areas of animals. I can provide feeding, medicine, cleaning, and...
Mallory can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Mallory was great! She took care of my cat while I was away for 5 days and he was happy and well cared for. Cat's tend to be a little messy when it comes to a litter box but I came home to a very clean area. I would not hesitate to hire her again."
Lisa O.
I walked dogs for 2 different families while I attended college. Since then I have done occasional dog walking/pet sitting for the families I babysit for as well as for friends.
Dana can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Hello! My name is Emma and I am a student at Roger Williams University. I have had a dog for 15 years who sadly passed last year, and a cat I grew up with for 16 years. I miss having my furry friend companions, but learned so much about taking care of them throughout my life. I am fun and outgoing yet provide a calm aura during...
Emma can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
I've grown up around many kinds and breeds of animals. My house has always had at least 2 cats and a dog to complete a family of 5. I've helped pet sit around my neighborhood since I was 13. I've skills and experience pet sitting, rodents, fish, cats, kittens, puppies, birds, small toy dogs to large working dogs, and even...
Antoinette can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jennifer P.
Fall River, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have two cats and they're spoiled. I regularly dog-sit my friend's terrier, in my home.
I volunteer and foster for my local cat rescue. I love animals. I treat them all with kindness and respect.
I am looking for some part-time work helping others care for their pets. I can run errands, take for walks, sit for vacations, vet...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for doing pet sitting, pet walking, and pet playing.
I've pet sat, I've volunteered at the Potter League for Animal in Middletown. I personally own 5 cats and one dog... as well as a good amount of both lizards and snakes.
I have more experience with taking care of cats and dogs.
I've had experience with fostering...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Erin K.
Bristol, RI
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a reliable, loving, and caring dog caretaker. I am currently a senior at Roger Williams University and am looking for work to earn a little extra money doing something I love the most! In addition to growing up with dogs of my own, I have 7 years of experience working with fun-loving dogs of all ages and sizes. I...
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide pet sitting for animals of all types! Ive had 10+ years of paid experience and love animals of all shapes and sizes. Ive been around pets most of my life. I myself have owned a various amount of pets ranging from fish and reptiles to mostly cats and dogs. I love + adore my dogs as if they were my own children. If hired...
Olga can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
Hello,
My name is Laura. I am 34 years old and have a passion for teaching kids and an animal lover at heart. I have a dog who is my little side kick and I recused 4 years ago. My experience in pet care is having my own pets, caring for family pets, and volunteering over the years. I am very confident in being able to walk any...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have been working with animals of all types since I was a child. I have the most experience with cats and dogs; however I am also familiar with fish and birds, and small animals.
Catherine can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your home, I've been a dog owner all my life, I have 3 of my own. I've been a CNA for 30 years and I have changed my work preference from people to animals. I love dogs of all kinds and I am pretty good at caring and interacting in all levels of their need. walking, feeding and bathing plus just one on...
Lucia can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I have grown children and grandchildren and grand pups.
I volunteered at Second Chance for 10 years
I no longer volunteer I've gained incredible respect for all animals.
I currently have a 3-year-old Boston terrier who is my life. I grew up in a farm and over the years have had all kinds of animals. I've been known to hand...
Brenda can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training, boarding
Sophia R.
Newport, RI
$13/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Sophia and I have about 1 year of paid experience. I started taking care of a family friends cats and home while they were away on work trips and I fell in love with just hanging with new animals and providing for them and whatever they needed. I grew up with a house full of pets and have pets of my own now as...
Sophia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Portsmouth, RI
Melissa D.
5.0
Melissa has been really great with our two Belgian malinois as they can be a little tough at times. She always shows up and is flexible if we need to adjust our schedule last minute.
Our dogs are very high energy but she didn't seem phased by them at all, she keeps up with them and really bonded...
- Kristina N.
Mckenzie F.
5.0
McKenzie has taken care of my 3 large dogs for over 4 years now. She is amazing and will care for your dogs like they are her own!
- Kathy B.
Mallory R.
5.0
Mallory was great! She took care of my cat while I was away for 5 days and he was happy and well cared for. Cat's tend to be a little messy when it comes to a litter box but I came home to a very clean area. I would not hesitate to hire her again.
- Lisa O.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Portsmouth, RI
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Portsmouth, RI?
Dog sitters near you in Portsmouth, RI 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 Portsmouth, RI?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Portsmouth, RI 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 Portsmouth, RI is $12.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Portsmouth, RI?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Portsmouth, RI. 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 Portsmouth, RI?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Portsmouth, RI 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 Portsmouth, RI?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Portsmouth, RI, 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.