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Sarah M.

University Park, PA

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$10/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have 2 cats but I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Chandra T.

University Park, PA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
1:1 Dog Walker at your service! I've been walking dogs professionally since I was 13, and recently took a break from taking clients due to school. I love all pets, cats are not excluded from my services! I'm comfortable sitting or just stopping by for a walk, and I only ever walk one dog at a time. You can feel safe leaving your...
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Chloe N.

University Park, PA

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$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I absolutely love pets and have had dogs and cats my whole life. I love spending time with animals and pet sit for many of my neighbors!
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Emily M.

Dog Sitter / Walker

State College, PA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
I have been Dog Walking since Middle School. I love dogs, and have a 5-year-old yellow lab named Cooper that I love to play with, walk, and take care of. I'm looking for a Summer job :)
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Haley S.

State College, PA

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
dog training
Hi! I'm a very positive and energetic momma to 7 fur babies. I have 5 cats and 2 dogs. I love caring for animals and playing with them. I've grown up caring for pets of my own and sitting for friends and family. It's my dream to own a farm and fill it with as many animals as I can one day
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Emma M.

Love All Animals!

State College, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
I am a student at Penn State looking for some part time work during the school year. I have 3 years of experience. I have had multiple pet sitting jobs for when clients go on trips. I absolutely adore all animals and would take great care of your fur babies. I also have 3 dogs of my own and 1 bunny but I am open to all animals!
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Taylor T.

State College, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
I enjoy housekeeping and cleaning for others that need it or are just busy and need a little bit of upkeep in their home. My services can include laundry changing out bed linens. I do dishes and tidy up as well as due organization around the house. I vacuum wipe down surface areasand make sure everything is tidy and neat for the...
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Chelsey W.

State College, PA

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I am willing to do overnight stays if that is preferred. My experience includes both young and older pets. I have done some service dog training and can help with basic command training.
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Miranda M.

State College, PA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
grooming
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Miranda! I'm currently enrolled at Penn State as a Forensic Science major. I'm looking for a little more than part time work, about 30-40 hours a week. I have worked with several different dogs including trained working border collies, german shepherds, service dogs, and several other breeds. I have done dog sitting,...
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Elizabeth B.

Enthusiastic And Responsible Pet Services

State College, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Life-long animal lover (fanatic really.) I grew up with lots of cats and several dogs. There have been only 2 weeks in the last 30 years that I have not had my own pets. In that time, I've had 5 cats and 2 wonderful dogs (Rhodesian Ridgeback and pitbull mixes, father and daughter), all of whom gave me a wide range of experience....
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Elizabeth (Bess)

State College, PA

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am a current college student looking for dog sitting jobs! I have a great background in many years of experience in dog sitting and babysitting/nannying. I a chocolate lab and golden lab at home! I love dogs. I am reliable, trustworthy, caring, kind, and responsible!
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Alexandra S.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I can do an hourly rate of $15-25, depending on location and the length of time. I am open to everything from house-sitting for the day to taking in your pet for a few hours. Hey, I'm Lexie and animals have always held a special place in my heart. Growing up with three cats and a dog, I developed a deep connection with the...
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Josephine M.

Part-time Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$12/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I worked at an animal kennel for a year from 2020-2021 so I have lots of experience with dogs and cats as well as all the care that goes along with them. I also have two dogs and two cats of my own. One of the families I used to babysit for also had a dog, she was about a year old and I would have to feed her, play with her, let...
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Grace E.

Energetic Pet Lover

State College, PA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am Grace and am a Penn State graduate working on campus full time. I am looking for some additional side work. I've grown up around animals and currently have a dog at home who I love and miss dearly. I am someone you can trust around your animal and am someone who has pet-sit dogs, cats, and fish previously. I do miss...
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Breonna W.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Need a reliable and loving pet sitter? With three years of experience caring for pets, I provide attentive and personalized care for your furry friends. As a pet owner myself (one dog and two cats), I understand the importance of keeping pets comfortable, happy, and well-cared for while you're away. Whether it's feeding,...
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Kelly S.

Active Pet Lover

Pennsylvania Furnace, PA

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi, I am a nursing student(soon to be nurse!) and an experience and responsible pet caregiver. I am open to dog walking, overnight sits, or stop in visits for any type of pet! Whatever you need to make your precious pets feel loved and keep you comfortable while you're away, I am happy to help with.
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Isabella R.

Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Bella! I absolutely adore animals and would love to pet sit for you! I have 2 puppies of my own so I'm very comfortable with dogs, and I have experience with cats as well. I worked at a zoo a few summers ago so I have experience in all kinds of animal care! Please reach if you're in need of a pet sitter!
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Selena O.

State College, PA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet transportation
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving and humble I like working with animals because they are so loving and loyal I started working with animals when I was little. I grew up with a dog and started dog sitting in middle school In my spare time, I like to play pickleball and spend time with family and friends One...
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Jessica B.

Dog Walking/Pet Sitting

State College, PA

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have experience regularly walking dogs, as well as caring for them in others' homes! I love both dogs and cats!
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Taylor T.

Hi, My Name Is Taylor T And I Would Love To Help Out Dog Sitting Furry Friends!

State College, PA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi everyone, my name is Taylor and I am 20 years old and I currently attend Penn State University. I major in secondary education and I love both children and pets. I've dog sat for the past few years and I've dogsat both small dogs and big dogs I'm very animal friendly and have no allergies to pets. I love pets because they're...
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  • 43 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $9.33/hr as of August 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in University Park, PA

Dog sitters near you in University Park, PA 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 University Park, PA 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 University Park, PA is $9.33.

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