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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I LOVE animals! While in college and while starting my teaching career, I would pet sit for many families, specifically while they went away on short trips or on vacations. I love big dogs, little dogs, cats, rodents and am not squeamish caring for reptiles and/or large insects. I never had dogs and cats growing up, so as soon...
Alicia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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"Alicia has been great. She is very personable and immediately I felt like I could trust her. She took excellent care of my cat. I would hire Alicia again in a heartbeat and would absolutely recommend her."
Melissa W.
Alyssa P.
New Castle, DE
$16-25/hr
5.0
(4)
Hello! I have owned Golden Retrievers and Pit Bull mixes my whole life. I love caring for dogs of all sizes but I definitely prefer larger ones. I have had two dog sitting jobs. Both jobs included: watching, feeding, walking, and playing with the dogs through the week while the owner was on vacation. I'm a very energetic,...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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I'm super excited to get back into pet sitting. My ideal situation would be that I have several pets that need care, or their daily walk during mid-afternoons. I would like to establish a strong client base and accommodate their needs when something arises, but focus on daily requirements. I have a strong background in animal...
Jessica can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding & more
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"Jessica has been dog sitting for me now many years. She is also our vet tech and l feel very comfortable knowing she is taking care of my fur babies. She dependable and more than capable of doing the job. She's the best. Please don't hesitate."
Alexis P.
Zainab F.
New Castle, DE
$8-13/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've had 3 years of experience dog sitting! Along with having my own pup, I have cared for dogs of multiple breeds and sizes. I also have paid experience caring for dogs with special needs. Your dog will also feel loved and cared for under my supervision!
Zainab can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Cassidy D.
Bear, DE
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi I'm Cassidy. I am in the early childhood field but love & adore animals. I used to dog sit for my friends all the time & used to have a dog of mine as well! It would be a pleasure of mine to hang out with some of your furry friends & take care of them!
Cassidy can also help with: Pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Sitting. I have a dog of my own and truly love spending time with animals!
Maura can also help with: Pet sitting
Nicole H.
Newark, DE
$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Nicole I am a biomedical engineering student at Hawaii Pacific University. I have been a dog walker and sitter for multiple years now and care for a dog of my own! I love all animals and get along very well with all dogs.
Nicole can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I have my own Italian mastiff named Giuseppe. He is the most stubborn dog in the world! So I have a lot of patience and love for big powerful & lovable beasts. I have experience taking care of small dogs as well, even ones that like to wonder away and be feisty. I've been in every situation that comes to mind, within puppy to...
Noelly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
Hi! I have always been an animal lover of ALL kinds! Ever since a young age, I have been the go-to for all my friends and family for their animal needs. Whether it be a walk and meal time when they are unexpectedly stuck at work, another set of hands to assist with bath time, or long-term animal sitting while they are out of...
Virginia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Marayah W.
Dover, DE
$13-16/hr
I have a great passion for dogs. I've had a dog myself for over 5+ years. I can walk your pet, play with them, make sure they're fed, take them to grooming appointments and anything else needed. Any size of dogs are good for me. I'm very excited to work with any family that is willing to hire me as their pet sitter.
Marayah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
I love animals , I have about 5 dogs myself all cane corsos
Kind , open hearted , sweet
I like working with animals to make them feel loved and cared for
I'm looking for a job that lets me sit , walk , and care outside of the job
I started working with animals when I was 17
In my spare time, I like to do hair
One...
Caira can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Ashley A.
Bear, DE
$15-20/hr
Grew up with a father who brought just about every animal he could find home. Dogs were always the main family pet. Watch my sisters dog a lot while she travels or has her nursing contracts and coworkers from my main job ask for me to dog sit while they go out of town or check in on their cats while they're at work so they...
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jasmine B.
Dover, DE
$11-20/hr
Have lots of experience dog sitting! I actually just finished a dog sitting job last weekend. Feel free to contact me!
Jasmine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello there! I have personally owned a Pet Sitting business since 2019, and have been a pet sitter since 2016. I have experience with dogs and cats who are large or small, and I have experience with children 10yrs old and under. For transparency, I have worked pet sitting directly, baby sitting has always been on the side and I...
Sierra can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have been walking dogs in the neighborhood for years and now have my own puppy so I come with even more experience.
Traci can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Hello, my name is Carol. I recently moved back to DE to be closer to family.
I have 2 rescue cats, Paprika and Flame, along with Koda my Shiba Inu. We have worked with a trainer, and I am very aware of dog language and behavior.
In my old life, I was an RN and have now decided to follow another passion of mine , which is...
Carol can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, confident and caring. I am a very bright person who is willing to do the most for your pets. I would say that I am energetic when it comes to animals and I would he nothing but kind to any animal that I cross paths with. I am a confident pet sitter that has worked with many different breeds...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
I have been pet sitting off and on now since I was high school, so for about 6 years now. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish and small animals (such as hamsters and guinea pigs). I also have some experience taking care of birds, as my family had one for 12 years. I am also available (and have in the past) for stay over pet...
Mollie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello,
I am willing to dog sit in both my home, or yours! I grew up with dogs and now have a fur-baby of my own! I am a teacher, so have time during the week and flexible availability during the summer! I have been pet sitting on and off since I was 16 years old.
Meghan can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have a 10-week-old Pitbull named Nina. She is in training and was potty trained by 7 weeks (got her very early, poor baby.) I know a lot of training tips I would love to share with you as well as work on with the dog personally. If not interested I am more than happy to just take your dog on a walk, keep your dog company, or...
Ariana can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Townsend, DE
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Townsend, DE?
Dog sitters near you in Townsend, DE 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 Townsend, DE?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Townsend, DE 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 Townsend, DE is $11.67.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Townsend, DE?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Townsend, DE. 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 Townsend, DE?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Townsend, DE 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 Townsend, DE?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Townsend, DE, 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.