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Kylie D.

Pet Care

Canton, MI

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have 10+ years of paid experience house/pet sitting for cats, dogs, fuzzy things in cages, and some farm animals. I grew up on a farm where we leased pasture space and stalls to horses and sometimes sheep. In college, my roommate and I accidentally became the house to drop off animals for holiday breaks or after graduation...
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Allison J.

Brighton, MI

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been a pet owner my whole life, and I love animals. I have been a foster for dogs with a local foster-based animal rescue and found the experience to be fulfilling. I have my own cats and dogs and have experience with puppies/kittens all the way to senior. I am comfortable taking dogs for walks, sitting, and helping out...
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Kayla G.

Young Experienced Pet Sitter In The Loop!

Farmington, MI

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! My name is Kayla and along with nannying and cleaning, I also pet sit! I've been pet sitting on and off since I was 12-13 years old, but within the last few years I've rounded out my skills a bit more. I've stayed over at people's places for up to a week watching their pets, I dog walk frequently, and also work jobs where I...

Care Member says "We were very pleased with the dog sitting Kayla provided for our two dogs. As far as we could see, all went very well, and she was able to easily...

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Leticia F.

Your Trusted Local Pet Sitter

Canton, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have my own dogs and have been surrounded by dogs my entire life. I am a dog lover and will treat yours like my own. I am very responsible and reliable. Looking for a pet sitter/ walker? You have come to the right person!

Cristina R. says "Leticia was amazing. Such a great can do attitude. She was so great with our cats that they cried when she left. Leti is a very sweet, empathetic...

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Sophia C.

Sophia

Ypsilanti, MI

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Window washing
organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 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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Michelle P.

Professional Pet-Sitter (10yrs Of Experience With A Variety Of Animals)

Ypsilanti, MI

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! I'm a professional pet-sitter with over a decade of experience caring for a variety of animals. My background includes animal rescue, care, and advocacy. I've lovingly cared for cats, dogs, chickens, pigs, and more. Through this experience I've developed keen observation skills, behavior understanding and medical...

Care Member says "Michelle is amazing! She was so kind and patient with my very anxious pup. She took the time to meet my pup where she is at allowing her to get...

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Tanya A.

Dog And Cat Care

Northville, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I dog sat in my home for quite awhile for many different dogs, but because of my boy dog, the dogs ended up marking each others territories and even inside our house. So now I just do walking, sitting, letting them out during the day, etc. I also go and check In on cats and clean their litter boxes and feed them.

Nikki R. says "Tanya took very good care of my dogs and cats and made sure to check up on them every day! I don't know what we would do without her! Definitely takes a...

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Samantha S.

Reliable Pet Sitter Available On Short Notice

Chelsea, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
I grew up with all sorts of pets: fish, dogs, cats, lizards, hermit crabs, hamsters and chinchillas. I currently have two dogs, three cats, chickens, and a fish.

Amanda F. says "Samantha did a great job caring for our dogs, horses, and chickens over the Easter holiday!"

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Rachel V.

Pet Sitter

Ypsilanti, MI

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello! I'm an experienced caregiver with over 8 plus years of working with children, pets, and maintaining homes. I cared for children from infants to teens, assisting with meals, homework, playtime, and potty training, while also helping with household chores. I enjoy creating a fun environment where kids can learn and...

Tracey L. says "Rachel has a natural passion for pets. The love and care she shows to my dog is great. I know my pet is in good hands when Rachel is caring for him. She...

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Erin O.

Northville, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Since I was a child, my home has been filled with animals. I have over 10 years of experience with dogs and cats of different temperaments, as well as many other types of small animals. Currently I am off from work in order to do online schooling for medical coding, so my schedule is very flexible. My phone is always close by so...

Hillary M. says "Erin is a very dependable, responsible, caring young lady. From the first visit, it was clear she was there to love my pup as much as I do. She sends...

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Shreya V.

Northville, MI

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
If you're going out of town and don't want to put your pet in a daycare, I provide dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home and will give your pet the care and love it needs! I've worked with many different breeds of dogs and cats and I do very well with both.

Melanie M. says "Shreya was a great help cat-sitting for us. She is polite and reliable."

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Olivia G.

Pet Sitter

Ypsilanti, MI

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a dog mom myself to a 10-month-old blue heeler and would love to care for your fur babies when you are unable to! If our dogs get along I am able to provide boarding but until they meet I am available for sitting, walking, checking in, etc
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Barbara K.

Pet Care

Novi, MI

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
+ 1 more
I have been caring for three families pets for about five years now and one family for about 15 years. I started out pet sitting; after losing my 19-year-old cat and my 14-year-old shepherd, in the same year. I needed to have animal contact, yet wasn't ready for my own at that time. As the years have passed, I have adopted a dog...
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Sinclare S.

Northville, MI

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I have owned and cared for various types of pets for my entire life, including dogs, cats, parakeets, chickens, reptiles, and other types of animals. I have also performed pet-sitting and house-sitting duties for 2+ years. I am an animal lover who will provide the utmost care for your pets!
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Laura S.

Canton, MI

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
hi!! my name is laura, im a junior at EMU studying early childhood education! I have a deep love for animals, always had dogs & cats in my family! I did a lot of dog/cat sitting walking etc throughout highschool! just looking for some extra money! look forward to hearing from you :))
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Caitlin P.

Pet Sitter/house Sitter

Ann Arbor, MI

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up with three loving dogs and a cute cat. I love animals of all kids and have had jobs including bird, turtles, and reptiles. I am willing to also stay overnight with animals! I have a current dog back home (i'm in college so he doesn't live with me) and he is an adorable black lab named tiger, who is in therapy touch dog...
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Hadley H.

Loving Pet Sitter And Dog Trainer

Ann Arbor, MI

from
$11/hr
6 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
Hello, I have been working with animals since I was a young girl and have had great experiences. I have raised my own dogs, and have trained and sat for the past six years. I have also previously volunteered for the Prince William County Animal Shelter, and have had experience with many different types, and temperaments of dogs,...
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Uma M.

Advanced Animal Caretaker And Communicator With 10+ Years Experience

Ypsilanti, MI

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have experience! I have a way with animals and have taken care of many different animals / situations, including horses, dogs, cats, and birds. I promise and can honestly guarantee the best possible pet care. I myself have more than 15 cats, all healthy and happy. Animals are my favorite thing in the whole world and I promised...
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Ella M.

Available Dog/Cat Sitter

Canton, MI

from
$11/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've had two dogs my entire life, I mostly have experience with bigger dogs but my sister also has owned cats so I have experience watching and caring for cats as well.
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Annabella J.

Flexible Summer Petsitter

Farmington, MI

from
$11/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a recent graduate of the University of Michigan looking to help you with your pet sitting needs this summer! I have experience watching both dogs and cats and am flexible to come for short or long term appointments.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.12/hr as of August 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Whitmore Lake, MI

Dog Sitters in Whitmore Lake, MI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Kayla G.

We were very pleased with the dog sitting Kayla provided for our two dogs. As far as we could see, all went very well, and she was able to...

- Care member

Leticia F.

Leticia was amazing. Such a great can do attitude. She was so great with our cats that they cried when she left. Leti is a very sweet,...

- Cristina R.

Michelle P.

Michelle is amazing! She was so kind and patient with my very anxious pup. She took the time to meet my pup where she is at allowing her to...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Whitmore Lake, MI

Dog sitters near you in Whitmore Lake, MI 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 Whitmore Lake, MI 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 Whitmore Lake, MI is $14.12.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Whitmore Lake, MI. 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 Whitmore Lake, MI 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 Whitmore Lake, MI, 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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