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Sarah D.
Sharpsburg, MD
$13-18/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I do not have any paid experience with dog sitting and grooming. However I do have experience with raising multiple liters of puppies, my own animals, providing IV treatment to dehydrated animals, as well as...
I have a 10-year-old cat and a 3-year-old dog that I care for tremendously. I love pets and even wanted to become a veterinarian once. I will take great care of your pets and contact you occasionally with updates.
Jordan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home as well as dog walking. I love dogs of all sizes and all ages!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two dogs of my own and love them dearly, I have had cats, and also have had some experience with horses.
Leann can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I currently have 3 puppies and 1 cat of my own along with farm animals. I am a energetic fun and active person. I have grown up with all sorts of different animals and am patient with all.
Kaidyn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Anastasia P.
Boonsboro, MD
$13-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I've grown up around dogs and cats and have always loved them. My goal is to become a vet and I'm currently in college for animal sciences. I can do house pet sitting as well as dog walking. I'm also open to learning how to take care of different animals even though I don't have much experience there!
Anastasia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jordan M.
Harpers Ferry, WV
$12-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting and light grooming in your own home. I'm currently in school to become a veterinary technician and work full time at a veterinary hospital. I have extensive experience with dogs, cats, birds, and lizards but I am comfortable caring for any and all species and breeds.
Jordan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
I absolutely love dogs and children. I use too have two dogs and I loved them with all my heart. Unfortanately they passed away and now I have a gorgeous brindle boxer. I have pet sitted my aunts 1-year-old lab along with my cousins ages 12 and 7, my neighbors 6-year-old dog with her kids 4 and 2 and my teachers guniea pig. I...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I have 6+ years experience pet sitting cats and dogs. I have also volunteered at the humane society on and off over this time period. In recent years, I have began helping out with various farm animals- goats, pigs, chickens, and ducks.
I am open to learning how to care for exotic pets.
Holland can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a caring pet sitter with many years of experience with Dogs (large and small), cats, hamsters, lizards, turtles, and fish. I love animals and have had many of my own from a young age until now.
I currently have 2 chocolate labs and a cat. Our dogs love to take walks, play fetch and cuddle. My cat is a little more low key,...
Chasten can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 dogs and 2 cats of my own. Experience with dog sitting for others, boarding and cat sitting. Local references available.
Carrie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Carrie was great! She texted me with pictures and notes while I was away, answered my text right away, and generally made me feel my cats were safe and well cared for. I would definitely hire her again!"
Elizabeth P.
5.0
(6)
I have been around dogs my whole life. I have always had dogs of my own and have helped out numerous friends and family members with their pets I have done pet sitting for numerous families. I'm available for occasional/as needed walking/feeding, or for weekends away and vacations.
Pay based on the exact job needed. (depends on...
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Rachel is trustworthy dependable and thorough. My 2 dogs love her! It's always a pleasure to walk into a clean house after she has cleaned for me!"
Kim G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can provide animal care, housekeeping and child care. I have a huge love for animals, dogs, cats, birds, pigs, sugar gliders.. are just a few that I have looked after. If you are a frequent traveler who requires, child care, pet sitting and house sitting I can meet all of those needs! I taught gymnastics for a several years...
Lena can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Lena was fantastic and gave us peace of mind that our cats were taken care of while we were away on vacation. She was communicative and responsive. Highly recommend."
Michelle D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had dogs and cats my whole life. I love animals. I will care for your pets while you are on vacation or working with the same love and affection as you do! I am NOT a teenager! What I am is an active 61-year-old woman who has years of experience in caring for fur babies! I am reliable, caring and responsible. I work with...
Laurie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Laurie provided loving care to our dog and was attentive to his needs. Promptly communicated and provided pictures."
Laureen Z.
5.0
(1)
I provide dog/animal sitting in your own home as well as mine. (If necessary and if they are good with other animals) I am great with all kinds of animals. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Willing and able to preform walks, baths, and light grooming.
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Caitlyn has watched my fuzzy pup for me many times, often over the weekend while I'm on holiday. She loves animals and takes great care of my boy- even sends me photos or texts when he's being especially cute. He's always healthy and happy when I return home, which...
Brandi F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would love to help you with drop-in visits or walking your dog, with boarding available as needed! I am a graduate student with a flexible schedule, so I should be able to come up with a schedule that will work well for us. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes, breeds and ages. My husband and I have a German Shepherd/Husky...
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Shannon is one of the best people I have met in my life. She goes above and beyond to accomplish whichever task she is given. Not only is she highly efficient but extremely loving and caring."
Christopher G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Are you looking for a reliable and trustworthy pet sitter? Well, I'm your girl!
My name is Amya! I am 19, and looking for a couple extra jobs throughout the fall/winter.
I have been pet sitting for other people for 3 years, and I personally have 4 dogs and 4 kitties.
I have a very flexible schedule, and I have my own...
Amya can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Is a wonderful dog sitter. Took care of them and they seem to love her. Thanks and will contact you again!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am passionate about the health and well being of pets while in my personal care. I have been pet sitting for many years and decided to take my love for animals further and become certified as a Vet Assistant. I do have references I can share from my previous employer if requested. I offer a safe environment for pets to be...
Jaime can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Jaime made me feel at ease when I left my 10 week old puppy with her for the first time. She made sure to update me while he was there and has always been available to answer any questions I had as he was growing. I would definitely recommend Jaime to anyone who is...
Danielle I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Angelia (An-juh-lee-uh), I am 19 and I graduated high school in May 2017. I am in a veterinary assisting certificate program at FCC. In my spare time, I like to make jewelry, walk downtown, and take drives through the mountains. Although, most days I am running around to help my family, my schedule is flexible and...
Angelia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Angelia is a fantastic dog walker. She sends a follow up text after every walk and is extremely flexible. Great communication and cannot recommend her enough. "
Mark M.
5.0
(1)
I've always loved dogs, and I've been dog-sitting for at least 4 years. Growing up I wanted to become a vet to help all the stray dogs back home. I ended up not becoming a vet, but it never stopped me from rescuing dogs, taking care of them, and finding them their forever home.
Carlos can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Sharpsburg, MD
Carrie S.
5.0
Carrie was great! She texted me with pictures and notes while I was away, answered my text right away, and generally made me feel my cats were safe and well cared for. I would definitely hire her again!
- Elizabeth P.
Rachel G.
5.0
Rachel is trustworthy dependable and thorough. My 2 dogs love her! It's always a pleasure to walk into a clean house after she has cleaned for me!
- Kim G.
Lena K.
5.0
Lena was fantastic and gave us peace of mind that our cats were taken care of while we were away on vacation. She was communicative and responsive. Highly recommend.
- Michelle D.
Laurie O.
5.0
Excellent! I wanted someone to come out twice a day and Laurie was able to do that. My cats are on a twice a day feeding schedule. Plus, one of my cats takes meds twice a day, so Laurie able to come early in the morning to feed and spend a little time with them. In the evenings Laurie took the time...
- Care member
Caitlyn P.
5.0
Caitlyn has watched my fuzzy pup for me many times, often over the weekend while I'm on holiday. She loves animals and takes great care of my boy- even sends me photos or texts when he's being especially cute. He's always healthy and happy when I return home, which I really appreciate. He loves...
- Brandi F.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Sharpsburg, MD
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Sharpsburg, MD?
Dog sitters near you in Sharpsburg, MD 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 Sharpsburg, MD?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Sharpsburg, MD 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 Sharpsburg, MD is $13.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Sharpsburg, MD?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Sharpsburg, MD. 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 Sharpsburg, MD?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Sharpsburg, MD 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 Sharpsburg, MD?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Sharpsburg, MD, 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.