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Sara L.

Dog Sitting/walking

Tampa, FL

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
dog training
Through the past 5 years of babysitting for families on care. com, I have also had the privilege of walking, feeding, and caring for their dogs. I have experience in dog walking/feeding/sitting for up to one week long while the rest of the family is away.
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Paula R.

Paula's Dog Sitting

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am Paula . I love dogs. I have two dogs myself, a rescue dog from PR mixed terrier and a German Shepard. I am available to dog sit and, since my dogs are very friendly, I am also comfortable providing boarding services.

Virginia B. says "Paula was able to watch my two dogs on very short notice. She's very patient and caring with my 14 year old dog who has mobility problems. I needed...

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Elinor S.

Reliable Pet Care

Tampa, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have experience caring for dogs... from Cockapoo & American Eskimo up to Golden Retrievers and cats. I used to have a cat and have had 2 guinea pigs. I can happily bring in mail, newspapers, water plants, and usually pet/house sit should you require that or can visit daily; whichever suits your needs.
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Melissa S.

Tampa Based- Driver/Senior Care/babysitting/Errands/pet Sitting

Tampa, FL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! My resume includes pet sitting, driver, senior care, babysitting and errands. I have worked in an animal hospital taking care of pets that were boarding. I've also taken care of many cats in homes, and can provide references. Besides all this, my husband and I have a pet bird currently. I've also had many other types of...
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Abbey R.

College Student Looking For Summer Work M-F (and Some Weekends!)

Tampa, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hello! My name is Abbey! I am 21 years old and currently a nursing student at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. I am home for the summer and am looking for work M-F. I am American Red Cross BLS certified on adults and infants. I have been pet sitting (including riding horses) for over 6 years around my...
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Shannon C.

Tampa, FL

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$20/hr
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
window washing
I have experience in housekeeping, dog sitting, and house sitting. You can leave comfortably and securely knowing that you have a responsible person looking after the things that matters the most to you
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Hannah W.

Housekeeping

Tampa, FL

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
On top of being a pet sitter and dog walker, I do have experience cleaning home and air b n b's. I would clean condos and homes that were in their specific places. Attention to detail is very important to me as well as following owner's instructions and respecting their wishes as well as their home. I'm looking for a part...
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Sophia C.

Sophia

Tampa, FL

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I have done house sitting and cleaning for about three years! I am experienced with vacuuming, laundry, organization, and much more! I am comfortable with pets, and I also have experience with dog sitting/walking, if they ever need a run outside! As a cook and a baker in my own family, I am comfortable in the kitchen as much as...
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Corin R.

Helpful Housekeeping

Tampa, FL

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$20/hr
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
I am great at cleaning! I clean efficiently and meticulously! I am also a wonderful organizer! I babysit, house sit, dog sit/walk, and clean! I am currently a flight attendant who has the next few weeks off because my eardrum ruptured and must heal before I fly. Hire me if you like great customer service + educated work ethic....
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Danielle M.

Very Loving Pet Sitter! 5+ Years Of Experience

Tampa, FL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Danielle and I would love to take care of your pets! I have pet sat for 5 years, as well as worked for a dog walking company called Furry Pet Ventures over the summer. I have a lot of experience with animals and will be able to keep your furry friend in great care! I also have a furry friend of my own named...
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Isabelle W.

Dog-walker

Tampa, FL

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$13/hr
Hi! I have experience caring for dogs as well as cats, and have grown up around pets. I've been dog-sitting-dog-walking since I was 15, and have had a cat since I was 10!
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Brianna B.

Tampa, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Brianna I am 18 years old and I am a freshman at the University of Tampa. I have always loved dogs and have much experience with dog walking and dog sitting. I am looking for a part time dog sitting/ dog walking job! I have transportation and am willing to help out with anything else if needed !
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Courtney C.

Tampa, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
I have over four years of experience volunteering at The Humane Society of Tampa Bay. I am both a crew member volunteer as well as a foster parent. I also regularly cat sit for a family in my neighborhood at home. I mainly take care of dogs and cats, although I absolutely love all kinds of animals. I would love to help out and...
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Katie H.

Part-time Pet And Child Nanny

Tampa, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provided dog sitting in the comfort of your home. I have pet sat for many different types of animals from cats, fish, and dogs of all sizes. I have taken care of pets as side jobs every once and while since I was 14, and can also give baths so your furry friends are ready to cuddle when you get home!
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Mimi J.

Bubbly Pet Sitter

Tampa, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a former pet parent, covering a period of 7 years, and a permanent pet lover. I will provide pet sitting in your own home and will follow your "What to do with my pet when I am a way" list (or short novel) to the letter. :) I have 3 years of paid dog sitting experience, covering all sizes, ages, and medical needs....
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Sayla F.

Friendly Dog sitter:)

Tampa, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I have two big dogs! Ive been dogsitting for neighbors for about two years now, big or small I can handle any animal:)
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Isabella M.

Tampa, FL

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
Available for pet sitting! I have dog watched in the past with services included dog walking, bathing, etc.
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Savanna D.

Tampa, FL

from
$13/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting/walking anywhere needed. I have always loved being around animals and caring for them. I am open to all breeds, ages, sizes. I am willing to work with you with anything you or your pet may need. Lastly, I am overall excited about hopefully finding an opportunity to work with more animals!
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Makenzi C.

Pet Sitter/Walker

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have had pets (cats, dogs, horses, and chickens) my entire life and love animals. I worked at a vet clinic for the past 3 years and I am now self employed and starting a pet sitting business. I am able to board pets at my house and I have a fenced yard. I am also able to stay at your house or do drop in visits. I have...

Robert R. says "Fantastic and caring, looking forward to future visits."

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Avery B.

Pet Sitter

Tampa, FL

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I've working with plenty of dogs to understand each of there needs. I've pet sit for dogs and cats mostly for a week at a time. Ive done this for a total of 6 years.
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  • 236 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.29/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 4.8

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Tampa, FL

Dog sitters near you in Tampa, FL 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 Tampa, FL 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 Tampa, FL is $15.29.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Tampa, FL. 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 Tampa, FL 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 Tampa, FL, 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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