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Taylor D.

Dog Walker/pet Sitter Available

Shawnee, KS

from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello pet owners and families! I am interested in finding a family that is seeking someone they trust to love and care for their pets while they travel and watch over their home too! I have over 10 years experience in child-care as well as house sat for many families and friends. I am trustworthy, reliable, and professional....
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Hannah D.

Shawnee, KS

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
Hello! My name is Hannah, I am 18 years old and I go to college at UMKC studying Nursing! I have much experience with dogs/ house sitting. I love to take care of pups& animals and would take good care of them. I can stay in home or come periodically to care for them, whichever is preferred! I have my own car and can transport to...
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Brooke S.

Shawnee, KS

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Animals have always been a huge part of my life! With 5 years of professional pet-sitting experience and over 10 years of personal experience with both cats and dogs, I've got a natural connection with furbabies of all kinds. My time living on my family farm taught me so much about understanding and comforting animals,...
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Marwa Y.

Shawnee, KS

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Marwa and I am excited to get to know you and your dog! I was born with a love for animals, and Im excited to provide you the peace of mind in knowing that your pup is taken care of while you are away! For house sitting services I provide a fenced backyard where your dog can run and play in the sun. My home has...
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Sarah J.

Shawnee, KS

from
$21/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
We love dogs and cats in our home. Happy to help with yours. Walking, sitting, and travel check-ins.
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Shelley A.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Shawnee, KS

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have many years of pet experience. I have rescued many cats and dogs. Owned several cats and dogs. I used to breed/show European Burmese in CFA. I love fish as well. I owned and maintained fish tanks of all sizes.
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Gretchen P.

Gretchen

Shawnee, KS

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Gretchen and I am looking for anyone needing help with pet sitting. I have three years of paid experience with neighbors and their pets, specifically dogs and cats but I am open to anything. I personally have my own dog and love taking him to the dog park or on walks. Please let me know if you have any...
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Susan M.

Shawnee, KS

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Over 25 years of experience pet sitting for dogs, cats, and fish. I'm comfortable with all breeds. I'm a firm believer in keeping a pet's routine as much as possible when their owners are not home. Play time, and lots of affection are provided when I care for your precious pets. They are an important part of your family and...
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Brianna Q.

Pet Sitter And Animal Lover!

Shawnee, KS

2.0(0)
from
$12/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello! My name is Bri, I've been working with animals for years, I have been a volunteer and also was a foster for dogs of all ages (4 weeks+) at Great Plains SPCA in Merriam for before I got my second pup as well as a volunteer at kc pet project where I helped care for both cats and dogs. I am a proud dog mom of a beautiful...
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Lyndi H.

Shawnee, KS

from
$50/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for over 10 years! I started at 11 years old dog walking and sitting. Since then, I have regularly pet and house sit for people when they go on vacation, travel, or wherever!
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Lillie W.

Experienced Dog Sitter Who Loves To Walk And Play

Shawnee, KS

from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience working as a dog sitter watching a variety of sizes and breeds of dogs. I will keep a great watch over your pets and will make sure they get the best care and attention.
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Slavi D.

Love Dogs

Shawnee, KS

from
$8/hr
4 years experience
Dog training
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I currently have a golden doodle his name spell is Boe. He is 2 years old. I got him when he was a puppy and trained him. I have trained on behavioral issues such as barking at people, pulling and much more. I trained for 8 weeks during the training we worked on simple commands sit, stay, leave it and much more. The 4th week we...
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Keara L.

Pet Care Provider

Kansas City, KS

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home, dog walking, and pet care check-ins. I love animals of all kinds! I am a proud dog mom to a 6-year-old Goldendoodle and a 2-year-old kitten. My pets have a lot of energy and keep me on my toes. I love being in nature and would love to take your fur-kids for walks or spend time playing. I...

Care Member says "Keara is the BEST!! Our dogs love her and we are so thankful for all she does when watching them. We always get pictures and she follows through and...

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Jill P.

Responsible And Reliable Dog Walker/Sitter

Lenexa, KS

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
I've owned dogs and cats my entire life and if I had to do it over again I would have gone into a pet associated industry a lot sooner. I worked part-time for a few of the larger pet sitting companies in the metro area and gained valuable experience, but I am now branching out and starting my own full time pet sitting/walking...

Care Member says "Jill has been our pet sitter for the past three years. We knew our cat, Max was in good hands when Jill looked after him. She is very dependable and...

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Beatriz B.

Experienced Pet And House Sitter

Prairie Village, KS

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been taking care of animals all of my life and in the past 10 years I have started to pet sit and take care of animals as a side job. I have done jobs where I stay the night with the animals or jobs where I check on the animals throughout the day. I love taking care of all types of animals but I have the most experience...
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Megan F.

Part Time Evening Dog Walker

Kansas City, KS

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! BIG dog lover here! I have a 55 pound pup of my own, and looking to share the love after my afternoon job! I take care of my dog, as well as the family dog. I pet sit for my friends when the need it, as well as two dogs for a regular of mine when she leave town every couple of months.
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Stephanie M.

I Am An RN W/ A Cat, And An Active Dog,

Leawood, KS

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I've had pets all my life: Parrot, 3 dogs, 3 cats, hermit crab, hamster... you get the picture. I am very loving and will spoil your pet! I provide dog sitting in you own home. If it is a small dog or cat then he/she can come to mine. I am good w/ people and animals and have a healthcare background. I like dogs and cats of all...
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Julie A.

Experienced Pet Sitter Available For Daily Visits And Overnight Care.

Leawood, KS

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
Pets are my passion and I follow very high standards to make sure your pet is happy and safe and your home is secure while you are away. Angel Watchers Pet Sitting Service, LLC. Was established back in 2001 by so that pet owners could have peace of mind and feel at ease when unable to let their dog out during busy work hours or...

Jo M. says "Julie is the most likeable, endearing, and trustworthy person you could hope to have. She took care of our pets and helped us in other ways for over a...

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Aundrea A.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dog training
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
The ability to communicate with animals has always fascinated me. I first developed my skills in animal communication when I was 7 years old. Intuitively, I trained my calico cat 'Tiger' to do tricks such as 'high-five, wave, sit, beg, and lay down'. I was the only person I knew with a trained cat. I affectionately referred to...

Marquez W. says "My son absolutely loved Aundrea. We asked him how his time with her went with her, and he said, "I am sad because she left, when is she coming back?"....

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Meriam D.

Animal-Loving And Experienced Young Woman

Leawood, KS

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I have years of personal experience with my own animals, as well as several years of experience pet sitting. I am comfortable and experienced with dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles and rodents. Every day that your pet is in my care, I will text you information and pictures about how your pet behaved, how much he ate at mealtime,...

Briannon B. says "Meriam answered my request right away and we were able to meet the same day. Which was great because I was in a bind. As soon as me and my pups met her,...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.33/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 3.5

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Shawnee, KS

Dog Sitters in Shawnee, KS are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Keara L.

Keara is the BEST!! Our dogs love her and we are so thankful for all she does when watching them. We always get pictures and she follows...

- Care member

Jill P.

Jill has been our pet sitter for the past three years. We knew our cat, Max was in good hands when Jill looked after him. She is very...

- Care member

Julie A.

Julie is the most likeable, endearing, and trustworthy person you could hope to have. She took care of our pets and helped us in other...

- Jo M.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Shawnee, KS

Dog sitters near you in Shawnee, KS 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 Shawnee, KS 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 Shawnee, KS is $16.33.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Shawnee, KS. 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 Shawnee, KS 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 Shawnee, KS, 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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