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Jason G.

Dog Sitting Or Short-term Boarding

Takoma Park, MD

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$35/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
I grew up with pets and recently lost my own beautiful girl that I had for a great 16 years. Having a dog make it that long means I was a good owner. Anyway, while I still miss her, I am not in the position to make another commitment at the moment, so I will gladly watch, walk, or house sit yours. Still have plenty of toys and...
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Anna P.

Takoma Park, MD

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
Hi I'm Anna! Currently I'm a cat mom and loving it and would love to help you! I've owned big dogs (Pit bulls) to small dogs (Yorkies). Love them all. Along with dogs, I had cats, turtles, rabbits, and birds. I love taking care of animals. I've worked for a Pet care company for a little over a year in Arlington called Time For A...

Care Member says "Anna was fantastic with my 2 dogs and 5 cats. She made sure that they were well taken care of and fed and happy. Would recommend. "

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Chesna M.

Animal Lover Available for Summer Pet Care Job

Takoma Park, MD

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience with animals and caring for animals. I have been riding horses for 12 years, and have worked at a few different barns both taking care of and exercising horses. I have done an internship at a veterinary hospital where, in addition to observing procedures, I was able to learn the basics of caring for...
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Michelle P.

Friendly And Loving Dog Person!

Takoma Park, MD

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I am an animal lover! I work for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and I've had pets my whole life. I started pet sitting for friends, family, and neighbors from an early age. I love interacting with all animals and getting to know all the things that make them special! I'd love to help you and your furry loved one feel safe and taken...
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Katie W.

Reliable Sitter Looking To Help Out Families And Individuals!

Takoma Park, MD

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm a 26-year-old UMD grad working at a local nonprofit as an Admin/HR Director. I'm hoping to use my spare more intentionally and help out families or individuals with pet care or childcare! I own one cat and live with one other (roommate's pet!) and have experience with pet sitting both dogs and cats. In school to help...
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Angie V.

Rockville, MD

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have extensive experience with pets as I grew up with a lovely Labrador. Also, I always have been around dogs back home, I love to spend time with them playing, feeding them and taking them out for a walk. I also worked as an Au Pair for two years where I cared for the families pets.
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Laura O.

Get To Know Me!

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a passionate person, I give all of me when I work so the families can rely on me for other times they need my services, I like to learn from every opportunity, so I can improve every time. I'd describe my personality as versatile, affectionate, and proactive. I like working with pets because I love how pure they are,...

Amanda M. says "Laura took great care of our puppy and pet bird while my husband and I were away!"

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Whitney S.

Relaible And Loving Pet Sitter

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Pet/ House Sitting I've grown up with cats and dogs, who grew into lovable family members. I have over 10 years of experience of providing care to animals. Just like people, animals need love and affection. I am comfortable playing with, feeding (food and water) cats and dogs. I am able to walk dogs and scoop(replace) cat...

Caitlin S. says "Whitney took care of my dog while I was out of town and she did an excellent job. She made sure my dog was fed, walked, played with etc. Overall, Whitney...

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Samantha M.

Experienced Pet Care

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
dog training
pet sitting
Nothing brings me more joy than spending time with animals. Growing up I had everything from dogs and cats to birds and guinea pigs. I have over 10 years of professional experience as a certified dog trainer, veterinary assistant, and pet sitter. When your pet is under my care I ensure they are treated with the utmost respect,...

Care Member says "Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make my pup wag...

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Hilda A.

Bethesda, MD

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm a mommy to three cuddly pups. I have great references. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
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Jesualdo F.

Fantastic Pet Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
As a passionate animal lover and experienced pet care provider, I am confident that I would be an excellent fit for the care of your pet. I am confident in my ability to provide the highest level of care for the pets in my charge, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being at all times. I have a strong understanding of the...
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Hannah B.

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have had animals my whole life; dogs, cats, horses, even exotic animals and reptiles. I love animals and have always had a bond with them since I was little, I began dog walking when I was 13 and then dog sitting/cat sitting.
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Kirsten P.

Pampered Pets

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
Covid Vaccinated My name is Kirsten, I am a recent graduate of Marymount University. With my Masters degree in clinical mental health counseling and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. In terms of pet sitting I have been house sitting, walking and doing drop ins for the past 10 years. Dog ranging from Chihuahuas to Great Danes....

Jessica M. says "Kirsten is care and patient. She loves caring for your loved one. She will do everything and anything to make sure their taken care of."

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Beverly H.

Experienced Pet And House Sitter, Life-long Animal Lover

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I grew up with cats and dogs in my family, and have been avid animal lover from a young age. During college I pet/house sat for my advisor and his two dogs and friendly cat. I currently live in a home with two cats, whom I adore. Happy to provide references upon request!
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Chanelle L.

Fun Pet Sitter!

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I can provide care for your pets in your home, or I can do drop in visits or a quick check in! I'm originally from Indiana where I volunteered frequently at the Lake County Animal Control Shelter in high school for about 2 years; until I left for college. I currently attend Howard University as a junior computer science major. I...

Care Member says "Great pet sitter, very friendly."

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Mackenzie H.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello everyone! I absolutely love pets! I have plenty of experience caring for dogs and cats. I currently have two dogs that are a boxer and boxer rottweiler. I would love to help your family out with pet sitting your animals!
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Diana G.

Arlington, VA

5.0(0)
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$14/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
dog training
grooming
+ 1 more
I provide dog sitting in your own home I am very experienced and familiar with dogs and cat for I am a owner of 2 cats and 2 frenchies (dogs) with that being said I know what its like to want the best for your Fur- babies so I will always treat and care for your pets as if they were my own. In my old neighborhood I use to take...
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Elena F.

Experienced Pet Care Provider

Chevy Chase, MD

4.9(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
My mother and I provide pet sitting, dog walking, and personal assistant services as a team in the local area, and we are available to assist your family upon request. We live in North Chevy Chase, MD, and are available to travel to your home to provide services there or run your errands in your neighborhood. I am a high school...

Care Member says "Elena has been pet sitting my dog and 2 cats over the last two years. She is especially experienced in caring for older pets and administering medicine...

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Teresa B.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I am a lover of all animals. I have owned several dogs, 2 birds, hermit crabs, fish and walking sticks as pets. I have been a pet sitter for my friend's dog, my co worker's dog, my aunt's cats, my grandmothers bird and my neighbor's turtle.

Care Member says "We are so happy to have Teresa boarding for our pet. We are lucky to hire her in the last minute. I will definitely recommend her if you need a pet...

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Sydney K.

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, My name is Sydney. I've grown up with pets. My parents are veterinarians so I've had just about every animal. I spent the summer in Houston doing an internship and spent two weeks dog and house sitting. I really enjoyed that experience and would like to continue to watch people's pets.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.60/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Takoma Park, MD

Dog Sitters in Takoma Park, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Anna P.

Anna was fantastic with my 2 dogs and 5 cats. She made sure that they were well taken care of and fed and happy. Would recommend.

- Care member

Laura O.

Laura took great care of our puppy and pet bird while my husband and I were away!

- Amanda M.

Whitney S.

Whitney took care of my dog while I was out of town and she did an excellent job. She made sure my dog was fed, walked, played with etc....

- Caitlin S.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Takoma Park, MD

Dog sitters near you in Takoma Park, 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.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Takoma Park, 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 Takoma Park, MD is $20.60.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Takoma Park, 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.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Takoma Park, 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.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Takoma Park, 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.

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