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Sydney S.


Steilacoom, WA

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

I am not a professional, but I have been dog sitting for a few years. Mostly just for neighbors and family friends, but I have also cared for older dogs with special needs. I have cared for dogs between the ages of 1-13, and I know the Tacoma area because I work there.
Sydney can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Eliana L.


Tacoma, WA

$16-26/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a student at University of Puget Sound and while I have no dogs in Washington I have grown up with dogs around me from the day I was born. Not only do I have experience taking care of my own dogs I have experience dog walking and dog sitting for many families. I would absolutely love to help take care of your...
Eliana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
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Sarahi M.


Tacoma, WA

$13-22/hr2 yrs exp

Dog Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I've been dog sitting and cat sitting for about two years now! It's something I enjoy, I love being able to work and hang out with dogs! The coolest job ever!
Sarahi can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We hired Sarahi to watch our dog at our home while we traveled and she was amazing! She's very sweet & trustworthy, and gave great updates. Our dog was very well taken care of and a happy camper when we returned. You can leave your pets & home in her capable hands...

Rachel R.

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Kayna K.


Tacoma, WA

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Kayna, I'm currently a college senior & pet-lover! I am a local to the area, and I have been pet-sitting dogs, cats, reptiles, bunnies, and fish for 6+ years, ranging from a few months old to senior pets :D. I am comfortable with medicine administration, a consistent feeding schedule, waste cleanup, overnight care,...
Kayna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kayna put our minds at ease while we were out of town for a few days. she was very reliable and took very good care of our pets!"

Clairese L.

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Melissa A.


Lakewood, WA

$22/hr

I Will Treat Your Furbaby Like My Own!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm happy to pet sit, feed your pet, walk your dog or just come over to let your dog out to do their thing while you are working. I'm also a cat lover and currently have 3 kitties. I reside in Lakewood and have reliable transportation.
Melissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Melissa did both an amazing job of taking care of our dogs and communicating with anixous owners"

Anastacia L.

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Jaclyn L.


Tacoma, WA

$21-27/hr3 yrs exp

Your Pet's New Best Friend

Hi! I'm Jaclyn. I grew up in Puyallup with 2 dogs, 2 cats, a 10-gallon aquarium, and at one point, we even had stick bugs! With all that said, I am very comfortable with animals, and I truly love connecting with new animal friends. I've lived in Tacoma for over 10 years, and I've been walking and sitting dogs in the area for...
Jaclyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"We were thrilled to have Jaclyn care for our dog as well as our home while we were overseas for several weeks. We hired her at least four times. She is highly dependable and kind!"

Linda C.

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Abigayle C.


Tacoma, WA

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Fun! Reliable! Informed!

Hello! My name is Abigayle, Abby, and I have worked with animals all of my life! When you are a military brat, you tend to do plenty of volunteering and dog sitting! I have volunteered at the local humane societies for 5 years and in my off time typically am house sitting for friends and family! I am comfortable with every type...
Abigayle can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, grooming, pet walking
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Hannah F.


Fox Island, WA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Sitter

I have grown up with dogs and cats and absolutely love all pets. I can provide in-home care for all dog and cat breeds as well as parakeets or fish. My past experiences include walking dogs and backyard entertainment as well as feeding while families are on vacation. I have missed my animals dearly so I would love the...
Hannah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Katie B.


Dupont, WA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Veterinary Technician And A Trainer

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Veterinary Technician, and I have been house/pet sitting for over 15 years. I love animals and I have watched as many as 11 dogs, 4 cats, 7 cows, 20 pigs, fish and over 60 chickens/ducks, at one time! I have extensive experience with farm animals, horses (managed multiple barns in the Northeast), and snakes. I...
Katie can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Katie started to work for us Aug, 11, 2014 and so far has been a blessing, my dogs love her! (And my cat, too.) She is very knowledgeable, very patient (my female dog is not easy), she is very calm with them and they obey her, she has done all things we asked her...

Lucy P.

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Alicia M.


Tacoma, WA

$18-20/hr

I Love Dogs!

I love dogs and they usually love me right back. I was a pet sitter for about 6 months for a neighbor until she got her dog door installed. My husband and I have fostered family members' dogs when they needed someone to take the dogs in for short- or long-term care. We currently have two family dogs of our own and are...
Alicia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Nikita K.


Tacoma, WA

$25-35/hr

Pet Sitter Available

Would love to take your dog out for some exercise or make sure your pets are taken care of while you're out of town
Nikita can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Nikita was kind, non-judgmental, personable, and efficient. I’m very grateful for the help getting my apartment back in order."

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Carrie M.


Tacoma, WA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Animal Sitter Available Evenings & Weekends

Hello! My name is Carrie and I am an animal lover through and through. I'm looking to pick up a few extra little jobs here and there to help pay for my upcoming wedding :) I have 1 dog (Black Lab/Blue Heeler mix) and two kitties. I grew up with animals. We had several different breeds ranging from Black Lab to Husky to Golden...
Carrie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Carrie is a very caring person who always makes herself available. Carrie is focused and is very attentive to details."

Stephanie A.

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Briellen L.


Gig Harbor, WA

$15-30/hr

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Hello! I have grown up with dogs big (Leonbergers, Great Pyrenees) and small (Pomeranian) and my childhood dream job was to run a shelter for orphaned dogs. That may not be my dream anymore, but I do still love dogs just as much! Please let me walk your dog. :) I would get my own dog, but now is not the time for that. Besides...
Briellen can also help with: Pet walking
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Olivia P.


Tacoma, WA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Pet Sitter!

I have taken care of dogs, cats, and bunnies for a while now, additionally, I have pets of my own and help family, friends, and neighbors! I love spending time with your pets and will make sure they get love!
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Claire K.


Tacoma, WA

$18-40/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Dog & Cat Sitter

Hello there! I have been sitting, boarding and walking dogs and cats for about three years now . I also have one very sweet cat of my own. I'm a very caring and loving person who has the time energy to take care of other animals. I look forward to meeting you and your pet!
Claire can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting
Hi! I've been doing sitting since I was 9. My household always had a dog so I learned to take care of it and give it the love and affection it needed. I'm currently working on getting more experience with animals since I'm an animal science major. I love being around animals and I love the joy I bring to them. I've very trust...
Janae can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello doggy parents, I'm Gabbie your friendly dog sitter! I have raised many pups from pit bulls to chihuahuas. I had to groom, train, play, etc. I'm comfortable with all breeds, however I have my own mini pin who is very friendly and good with other dogs
Gabrielle can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, boarding, grooming
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Natalia S.


Tacoma, WA

$22-26/hr3 yrs exp

Furry Friends Sitter

Hello everyone! I am a dedicated and kindhearted pet mother with a lifetime of experience caring for dogs and cats. I have professional and personal experience pet sitting, boarding, and walking. I absolutely love animals and consider them family and friends. I am a recent college graduate who studied community building, ethnic...
Natalia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Linda P.


Lakewood, WA

$25-33/hr

Dog Sitter Available

I grew up with having a dog as a pet and loved each one. While raising my three children, they grew up with owning and loving dogs as part of the family. Most of those breeds were poodle mixes. I now own a 23-month-old male, golden doodle, who weighs 27 pounds. He has been trained by a trainer for dog obedience. I have been...
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Maya R.


Tacoma, WA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Loving , Affordable Pet / Farm Animals Sitter Available

Hello ! My name is Maya . I have helped friends , family , and people in our community with their pets while they were away for many years. I have cared for and owned dogs, cats, ferrets , bunnies, fish , frogs , lizards, snakes, Guinea pigs , horses , goats, ducks , geese, chickens pigs, and more ( I always forget a few ! ) I...
Maya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Steilacoom, WA

Sarahi M.

5.0

We hired Sarahi to watch our dog at our home while we traveled and she was amazing! She's very sweet & trustworthy, and gave great updates. Our dog was very well taken care of and a happy camper when we returned. You can leave your pets & home in her capable hands with no worries. We'll definitely...

- Rachel R.

Kayna K.

5.0

Kayna put our minds at ease while we were out of town for a few days. she was very reliable and took very good care of our pets!

- Clairese L.

Melissa A.

5.0

Melissa did both an amazing job of taking care of our dogs and communicating with anixous owners

- Anastacia L.

Jaclyn L.

5.0

Jaclyn is a delightful person to be around. She is thoughtful, attentive, and a genuine person. She has helped us with everything from taking care of our two kids, to treating our dog like its her own. Whatever you choose to have her help you with, you will be glad you did.

- Andrew B.

Katie B.

5.0

Katie came over to our home an hour a day while we were away on vacation to look after our two kitties. We asked her to feed them, spend time with them, clean the litter box, and check the mail. She texted us updates every day, which we really looked forward to. We have one very shy cat who we were...

- Eileen P.

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