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Grace D.
Westbrook, ME
$13-18/hr
I have had two dogs and a cat and I care for all of them. I love animals and would be willing to help pet sit for them.
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jill. I grew up with 2 golden retrievers. The first one was my family's first pet, Mollie passed away at age 8 from cancer and Piper was put down during my freshman year at Marist College for another heath condition. They were my whole life! Miss them to pieces. Took a while for our family to move on, but my mom...
Jillian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
Jamie W.
Westbrook, ME
$15-20/hr
I'm an experienced pet sitter and enthusiastic dog walker with a lifetime of cherished moments spent with cats, dogs, and rabbits. I'm here to offer your furry friends the care, cuddles, and energizing walks they deserve!
Jamie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Hello! I have been pet sitting for neighbors, professors, family friends, coworkers, and friends of friends since I was 16. I absolutely love meeting and caring for new pets. I grew up on a gentleman's farm with horses, cows, sheep, cats, dogs, various kinds of poultry, a snake, fish, etc. I spent summers when I was young on a...
Liesel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I can provide dog sitting in your home. I have animals myself and love spending time with them! I am willing to go over and do the basic care for your animals and, spend time with them while you are away!
Brooklyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've had my own dog for 15 years and I've also cared for friend's dogs. I can walk and play with dogs. I am also available to stay with pets overnight. I prefer to work with small and medium size dogs. I'm also happy to house sit for other animals.
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Tori and I am a "born and raised" animal lover! I have lived with dogs, cats, and horses my whole life, so I have plenty of personal experience. I also have professional experience as well! I have worked at a doggy daycare in the past and have learned how to work with every dog as an individual with their own...
Tori can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Growing up I've always had a dog in the house. For the past 4 years we've a dog named Arlo! Aside from watching him I've spent the past couple years also sitting chickens, roosters, ducks, bunnies, horses, cats, fish, and hamsters! How I found all of these animals I'm not sure haha! But it's given me experience with...
Kaiyla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I am a reliable, energetic, and thoughtful worker who loves working with animals. Having three cats and a dog of my own, this love began at a young age and since then, I have had years of experience walking my neighbors dogs and watching their pets when they are away. I have experience with animals of all ages, specifically...
Ava can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Elsie M.
Westbrook, ME
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Elsie and I absolutely adore all animals. I have two family dogs and a cat, but since I have been at school I miss caring for pets! I would love to share my passion by caring for your animals. I have been walking dogs for years and house sitting with pets, as well.
Elsie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
4.8
(18)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Do you need pet care days, weekends, overnights, extended care? Experienced pet sitter and dog walker. I love animals! I own and love 3 cats and 2 dogs. I would love to help you out with your pets. This is not just a summer job for me! I am available year round for dog walking, cat and dog sitting, and pet taxi service. I am...
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Karen has been walking our husky since fall 2020. She has been incredibly dependable and trustworthy. She clearly loves animals and takes excellent care of our dog. She is easy to communicate with. It's such a reassurance to know Karen will be checking on our girl...
Stacy D.
I am a Bucknell senior living in downtown Lewisburg. I have always had dogs growing up and love spending time around them. When I am here at school I miss seeing my dog at home in Maine, and would love to spend time with pets! I would be happy to feed, walk, and care for dogs if possible around my class schedule.
Abbie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi everyone, my name is Anna. I go to school at East Carolina University where I am studying nursing. I'm back home looking for a job doing something I enjoy, which is spending time with animals. I have been taking care of pets for the past two years, I'm looking for a pet sitting or dog walking job. I'm passionate about...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...
Alexis can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!"
Amy A.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend."
James N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've taken care of dogs and cats of various kinds since age 8. Family, neighbors, and friends have relied on me to care for their furry friends.
*Fully Vaccinated*
Recent College-grad and freelance filmmaker so I currently have wide open availability.
I have experience with various scenarios including elderly dogs, high...
Alexander can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Alexander is GREAT with my dogs. He always responds quickly to my requests. My dogs love him and he is great at keeping me updated on their outings. He is always punctual. I continue to use Alexander and would highly recommend him. I trust him completely with...
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Lori L.
South Portland, ME
$10-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lori and I love fur babies! I have one of my own and I know how important it is to have that calming feeling of knowing that your four legged family members are taken care of while your away.
Past work experience I worked for a boarding kennel out in Gorham for a year. I also trained for a brief time in dog grooming...
Lori can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Lori sends me updates and pictures so I never have to worry. She responds to messages promptly. My pets love her. She even took my dog camping once. She is awesome!"
Kris D.
I am absolutely, and always have been, an animal lover! I have always had multiple pets ever since I was born. We have always had a least 2 dogs, at one point 4. We have had multiple cats, birds, mice, guinea pigs, and a bunny. I am very comfortable with them. I would be happy to do feeding, walking, clean-up, and any bathing...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a dog and cat owner all my life and have experience pet sitting and dog walking. I love animals and have volunteered at the Animal Rescue League in Westbrook and before that, at animal shelters in New York state. Until recently, I worked at the Dog Paws Inn, a doggy day care in Scarborough, Maine. I currently have 2...
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I have always lived with pets, 2 dogs and a cat currently. I can take dogs for walks and feed them, as well as change kitty litter boxes and other pet needs.
Amy can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Windham, ME
Karen H.
5.0
Karen is wonderful. My dog Ruby is a rescue with special needs. Karen is attentive, kind, experienced, and communicative. I had a concern about Ruby the day after we got back and I messaged Karen about it. Karen was extremely detailed in her response and helped me to figure out what was going on...
- Carly W.
Alexis G.
5.0
Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!
- Amy A.
Kelsey L.
5.0
Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend.
- James N.
Alexander B.
5.0
Alex is great! Our dogs love him. He's super reliable and incredibly trustworthy. We feel lucky to be able to call on him!
- Greg M.
Lori L.
5.0
I highly recommend Lori for house and/or pet sitting. She is very good with our cat and taking care of the house when we are out of town. We will definitely be using her services again!
- Jaimee F.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Windham, ME
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Windham, ME?
Dog sitters near you in Windham, ME 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 Windham, ME?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Windham, ME 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 Windham, ME is $19.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Windham, ME?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Windham, ME. 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 Windham, ME?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Windham, ME 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 Windham, ME?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Windham, ME, 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.