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Nikki C.

Part-Time Pet Sitter, Full-time Pet Owner At Your Service

Royal Oak, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet transportation
My whole life, I've had an animal or multiple animals in my life. I've watched as many as 3 dogs, who were much older. And one dog, who was the youngest little fluff ball you've ever seen! I love the outdoors and exercise, so I figured put those together with animals and HERE I AM. I do have a car, so I am available to drive. I...
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Kayla S.

Pet Sitter

Royal Oak, MI

from
$11/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have grown up with animals my whole life. Taking care of multiple dogs at a time, and great with cats. I have a lot of experience volunteering at the local animal shelter back in my home town. I provided dog walking and waste cleanup.
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Evelyn M.

Trusted And Caring Pet Sitter

Royal Oak, MI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
As a dedicated pet sitter with over 5 years of experience, I provide loving and attentive care for your furry family members. I have worked with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and small mammals, ensuring they receive the exercise, feeding, and companionship they need. My services include daily walks, feeding,...
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Joseph B.

Love Dogs

Royal Oak, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, as stated above, I love dogs. I love most animals. I would love cats if I wasn't allergic to them. Anyway, I know it takes a lot of trust to let someone else take care of a member of your family, so I don't take that responsibility lightly. Size of the animal does not matter, large or small, I like all kinds of dogs. My...
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Allison L.

Pet Sitter Service In Howell, Michigan

Royal Oak, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Allie and I am currently a freshman at Central Michigan University. I am home for the summer and looking for jobs to make some extra money and spend as much time with animals as possible! I provide pet sitting in your own home. I love all animals, all ages, and sizes. I currently have two cats and a dog but I have...
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Andrea P.

Cat Mom 12+ Yrs

Royal Oak, MI

from
$11/hr
Pet sitting
I am a mom, current cat mom (12 yrs) & former dog sitter & housesitter for 10+ years. Due to my schedule now I do not have the availability to walk/sit dogs, but I am available to cat sit (feed, water, play, change litter).
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Taylor R.

Royal Oak, MI

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as dedicated, honest, and compassionate. I started pet sitting regularly about 2 years ago. I am familiar with caring for multiple pets at once; for one family, I cared for their 5 cats and one dog, and I've also cared for 4 dogs at once! My skills include caring for multiple pets, providing...
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Jaclyn M.

Fun Sitter! Love Children And All Pets!

Royal Oak, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I am 21. I am student home from college looking for something to do during the week. My family all works from home and taking COVID very seriously. We have a dog we love! I volunteered at 2 different animal shelters and have babysat many families. I am a very outgoing a bubbly girl looking to help anyone that needs it!
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Michael M.

Caring And Responsible Pet Sitter!

Royal Oak, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I have experience taking care of a variety of animals from chickens, dogs, cats, parakeets, and everything in between! I am comfortable with any tasks that are needed to be done with your pets. Excited to get to know you and your pet!
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Robyn L.

Royal Oak, MI

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have pet sit and walked dogs a couple times for some neighbors. I am a quick learner and would love to care for any type of animals. I have a dog myself.
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Gabrielle D.

Fur Baby Lover And Experienced Pet Sitter/walker

Royal Oak, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
Hi! My name is Brie and I love animals. I have been a giant animal advocate since I was very young. I even started pet walking in the neighborhood when I was 10 years old. In high school I started to set sit overnight and that continued into college. At Western Michigan University where I went for my psychology degree, I took...
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Taylor D.

Royal Oak, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've watched family members' pets for years, including dogs and cats. I'm a huge animal lover and have a cat of my own, Mia. She has FHS and has experienced seizures, so I'm comfortable with animals that may need medication (pills, CBD, etc.) Growing up, over the years I had 5 dogs, 3 cats, a bunny, and fish. Never met an animal...
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Rachel S.

Dog/cat Sitter And Walker

Royal Oak, MI

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
I dog sit my sister in laws dog at least once a week and give her walks. I also dog sit a families dog while they are on vacation
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Abigail P.

Pet Sitter/walker

Royal Oak, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! I'm Abby, a lifelong animal lover with personal experience caring for both cats and dogs. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your pets, and I'm here to help, whether it's pet sitting, walking, or just keeping your furry friend company. I'm friendly, flexible, and treat every pet like my own....
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Catherine R.

Pet And House Sitting

Sterling Heights, MI

5.0(0)
from
$11/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
I have owned animals all my life and was raised on a farm in rural Pennsylvania l have a cat and a dog that I adore. Willing to groom, walk, house sit and provide companionship while you are away. Over the last 25 years I have walked and pet sat for friends. I can overnight or check on the pets a few times a day while you are...
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Tammy W.

Troy, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have always had a dog and or cat in my life since I was a child. I have volunteered at the Humane Society and PetSmart for cats in order to get them ready for adoption. I provide dog/cat sitting/walking services for all sizes and ages.

Care Member says "Tammy was excellent providing care for multiple cats inside and out. She texted me after each visit with info which gave me peace of mind. There was an...

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Katie A.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Clawson, MI

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a lifetime of experience with caring for dogs. I grew up with dogs always being a huge part of the family. I have taken care of family dogs & friends dogs when they went out of town on vacation. I currently volunteer on a K9 search and rescue team and assist in training dogs to find missing people. I have lots of...
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Rhonda B.

Loving Pet Sitter

Madison Heights, MI

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet sitting for both dogs and cats some other animals in your home. I love dogs and cats of all breeds, actually I love all animals. I have 5 years pet sitting experience and have many pets of my own. Care for dogs walking, playing, feeding, brushing and cleaning up after them. Care for cats playing, brushing, feeding...
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Jill D.

Madison Heights, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I will provide dog or cat sitting while u are away. I have exp as Ive had dogs and cats my whole life. I'm reliable and on time.
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Courtney S.

Redford, MI

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love all animals, big and small! I have many years of experience caring for my own pets and pet sitting for friends and family. I have experience with dogs, cats, birds, fish, hamsters, guinea pigs, and lizards. I do not have experience with farm animals, but I am more than eager and willing to learn! I would love to help you...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.29/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Royal Oak, MI

Dog sitters near you in Royal Oak, MI 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 Royal Oak, MI 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 Royal Oak, MI is $13.29.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Royal Oak, MI. 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 Royal Oak, MI 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 Royal Oak, MI, 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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