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Pet sitter for dogs, cats, and farm animals. About 2 years experience with references. I am also safety and health certified with kids.
Katelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 10+ years of experience with walking, feeding, bathing, sitting, dogs. I can also help with basic dog training!
Jensyn can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi! I'm Natalie and I love all kinds of animals! I have experience with mostly dogs and cats. I would love to spend time with your pet whether it's just keeping them company or something more interactive like playing and walking! Please reach out to me if you are interested in learning more about me!
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
Samantha L.
Buxton, ME
$17-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Samantha! I have a 6-year-old chocolate lab of my own and am getting ready to start school full time September 26th. I am looking for pet sitting jobs to do in the free time that I have! I have worked at a doggie daycare in the past, for 8 months so I have experience with dogs of all ages and sizes! I also attended 1....
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
As a fellow pet owner, I would provide compassionate, loving care to your pets. I can dog sit in your own home with plenty of outdoor time. I have experience caring for multiple pets and farm animals.
4.8
(18)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Do you need pet care days, weekends, overnights, extended care? Experienced pet sitter and dog walker. I love animals! I own and love 3 cats and 2 dogs. I would love to help you out with your pets. This is not just a summer job for me! I am available year round for dog walking, cat and dog sitting, and pet taxi service. I am...
Karen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Karen has been walking our husky since fall 2020. She has been incredibly dependable and trustworthy. She clearly loves animals and takes excellent care of our dog. She is easy to communicate with. It's such a reassurance to know Karen will be checking on our girl...
Stacy D.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a house/dog sitter. I watch 3 dogs of a friend of mine who go out of state several times a year. I watch their dogs whenever they are gone for more than a day.
Amber can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation
5.0
"Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend."
James N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can provide dog and cat sitting in your home. Daily walks/feedings while you're at work or away on vacation. I love animals and treat all as my own.
Katie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I am a nanny to human babies but I love to care for fur babies as well! I can provide dog sitting in your own home and I am also available for walks! I have experience with dogs, cats, birds and even fish. I am looking for a healthier lifestyle and walking dogs seems like we both win. Your dog gets some love and attention and a...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Stephanie stop in and take care of our cat while we were on vacation! Steph was great with communication while we were away and even stopped in one extra time to feed our cat when our flight was delayed coming home. Highly recommended!!"
Kate L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...
Alexis can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!"
Amy A.
Lori L.
South Portland, ME
$10-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lori and I love fur babies! I have one of my own and I know how important it is to have that calming feeling of knowing that your four legged family members are taken care of while your away.
Past work experience I worked for a boarding kennel out in Gorham for a year. I also trained for a brief time in dog grooming...
Lori can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Lori sends me updates and pictures so I never have to worry. She responds to messages promptly. My pets love her. She even took my dog camping once. She is awesome!"
Kris D.
Hello! I have been pet sitting for neighbors, professors, family friends, coworkers, and friends of friends since I was 16. I absolutely love meeting and caring for new pets. I grew up on a gentleman's farm with horses, cows, sheep, cats, dogs, various kinds of poultry, a snake, fish, etc. I spent summers when I was young on a...
Liesel can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Angela L.
Falmouth, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a nanny for over 29 years for several families and continue to dog sit while they are away. Excellent references!
Angela can also help with: Pet sitting
Whether you need someone trustworthy and reliable to watch your pets while you are a way or someone to help out with private walks and outings, I am happy to help! I offer over 10 years of paid experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, fish, and horses. I also have a dog of my own! I will give your pets plenty of love...
Madeleine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've taken care of dogs and cats of various kinds since age 8. Family, neighbors, and friends have relied on me to care for their furry friends.
*Fully Vaccinated*
Recent College-grad and freelance filmmaker so I currently have wide open availability.
I have experience with various scenarios including elderly dogs, high...
Alexander can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Tina M.
Portland, ME
$19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic 33-year-old who loves animals! I grew up with cats, dogs and fish so enjoy the company of these quiet and sometimes not so quiet companions. I have been a dog walker and dog and cat sitter on and off for about 7+ years. I'd love you help you and your furry or scaly friends.
Tina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jamie W.
Westbrook, ME
$15-20/hr
I'm an experienced pet sitter and enthusiastic dog walker with a lifetime of cherished moments spent with cats, dogs, and rabbits. I'm here to offer your furry friends the care, cuddles, and energizing walks they deserve!
Jamie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jill. I grew up with 2 golden retrievers. The first one was my family's first pet, Mollie passed away at age 8 from cancer and Piper was put down during my freshman year at Marist College for another heath condition. They were my whole life! Miss them to pieces. Took a while for our family to move on, but my mom...
Jillian can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Sarah M.
Portland, ME
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I have over six years of (paid) experience pet sitting but I have grown up with animals my entire life. My family always had dogs and cats and my aunt had horses and I would spend many days on the farm in the summer with many types of animals! I love and am comfortable with all animals. I currently volunteer at a cat...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Steep Falls, ME
Karen H.
5.0
Karen is wonderful. My dog Ruby is a rescue with special needs. Karen is attentive, kind, experienced, and communicative. I had a concern about Ruby the day after we got back and I messaged Karen about it. Karen was extremely detailed in her response and helped me to figure out what was going on...
- Carly W.
Kelsey L.
5.0
Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend.
- James N.
Stephanie J.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Stephanie stop in and take care of our cat while we were on vacation! Steph was great with communication while we were away and even stopped in one extra time to feed our cat when our flight was delayed coming home. Highly recommended!!
- Kate L.
Alexis G.
5.0
Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!
- Amy A.
Lori L.
5.0
I highly recommend Lori for house and/or pet sitting. She is very good with our cat and taking care of the house when we are out of town. We will definitely be using her services again!
- Jaimee F.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Steep Falls, ME
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Steep Falls, ME?
Dog sitters near you in Steep Falls, ME 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 Steep Falls, ME?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Steep Falls, ME 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 Steep Falls, ME is $13.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Steep Falls, ME?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Steep Falls, ME. 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 Steep Falls, ME?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Steep Falls, ME 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 Steep Falls, ME?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Steep Falls, ME, 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.