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60 dog walkers are listed in Gaithersburg, MD
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 4 years
Dog walkers in Gaithersburg, MD
5.0
(1)
I have an adorable Cockapoo of my own. I have experience walking dogs of the families I babysit for. I have pet-sat cats which included feeding/playing with the cats.
Nathaly can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Maddie and I am a 21-year-old graduate student. I have plenty of free time during both the week and weekends to care for your fur babies!
I have taken care of my own dogs ever since I was 10, and as a babysitter I have also taken care of my clients pets while watching their kids. I volunteered with the K9...
Madeline can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Maddie is very responsible, super fun, and ensures the house is tidy. "
Sarah B.
Machaila W.
Rockville, MD
$40-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Most my career life I have worked for the county & private security, but the best part was returning home to my fur babies! My passion has always been with animals as my dream was to be a vet, but my heart couldn't handle when giving bad news. So, I opted to have my own babies & to care for others'! & that is why I am here to...
Machaila can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Overall a great experience! She was very caring and attentive, great attitude, and good communication! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 20 and attend the University of South Carolina. Growing up, my family always had some mixture of dogs and cats. Me and my siblings were responsible for walking the dogs, cleaning the cat litter, and feeding/caring for them all.
At home in Maryland our family has an old dog who needs a lot of help and...
Elena can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have a small business and walk and take care of pets. I take some to my house, stay at your house or do daily walking. I know how much people love their animals because I have a dog and cat, and can't imagine my life without them. I love animals. I think they bring so much joy into our lives.
I will treat your pets like my...
Sarah can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jace. They/Them pronouns.
I'd describe my personality as emotionally invested, dependable, and creative.
I like working with kids because children inspire me to be my best self and dream big.
I'm looking for a job where I can use my skills and creativity to help others.
I started working with kids when I was 13. I...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jace has been a real asset to our family. She's super kind and relates easily to my daughters. Jace keeps them easily engaged with drawing, walking around and just fun conversation."
Kate S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate person, I give all of me when I work so the families can rely on me for other times they need my services, I like to learn from every opportunity, so I can improve every time. I'd describe my personality as versatile, affectionate, and proactive.
I like working with pets because I love how pure they are,...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Laura took great care of our puppy and pet bird while my husband and I were away!"
Amanda M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as creative, compassionate, and assertive. I don't drive and apologize for any inconvenience.
I like working with kids because I admire their creativity and resilience. I can also learn from them because of how curious they are and the questions they ask.
I'm fluent in both english and spanish....
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We were looking for a part time babysitter/mothers helper for my 15 month and 3 year old and we’ve been so happy with her we are using her much more than we originally planned. She has a good energy, highly communicative, and patient with my toddlers, who can be...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
hello, I am a positive and energetic single mother with a teenage son, I am a reliable, caring and creative person, for several years approximately 10 years I have worked with different families taking care of children, from newborns to teenagers, because I love children, I like to play, read, color pictures and teach them new...
Adela can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I agree that Adela K is wonderful and loving. She is very responsible, mature, and able to handle almost any task we ask of her. She helps us in the afternoons so I know she is looking for morning/daytime work. I can't say enough good things about her, and would be...
Lori J.
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Marcia. I love working with children. I have worked in the early childhood field for over 25 years, many of those years as a lead teacher. I have also worked as a nanny for over 2 years. I am a proud mother of 3 grown children and a loving grandmother of 4. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am very...
Marcia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Marcia is very responsible and caring. She treats her charges as her own. She always shows up for work and gives her all. She would be a good person to watch your children."
Patricia M.
5.0
(1)
I've always been in love with animals. I grew up surrounded by them and I can not live without them. I'm careful, patient, and very loving with animals. I love to play and spend time giving them affection! It will be an excellent experience! I want to learn more about each pet and further improve on each one's care. I will love...
Loryne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Loryne is a very friendly and kind person. She is hard working and reliable. I would recommend her to any person needing care services."
Heloiza S.
Madisyn S.
Germantown, MD
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked for a pet shelter in Baltimore as a dog walker and pet sit/dog walk for a local company!
Madisyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sydney S.
Bethesda, MD
$15-20/hr
Animal lover!! I grew up with horses, cats, chickens, dogs, and donkeys. I'm happy to help with basic dog training, dog walking, animal sitting, etc!
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Laura H.
Brookeville, MD
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had a handful of pets growing up and loved it. I now have two dogs of my own and adore them (one is 13 and the other is almost a year). Before moving to Ocean City, I was working for a dog walking company in my free time and would love to do it again.
Alyssa T.
Rockville, MD
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and dedicated.
I like working with animals because I had my own dog for most of my life. He passed away two years ago and I have been wanting to take care of dogs since.
I'm looking for a job that involves dog walking and sitting. I can come by and walk the dog as well as coming...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting
I have watched dogs on my own since I was 8 years old. I still do dog sitting and do once a day let outs if needed. I love all dogs, both big and small. I have had boxers all my life, so size doesn't bother me.
Catherine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I can provide pet care in your own home or mine. I have been pet sitting for the past year and before that I owned my own dog walking business. I love all animals and I have no problem walking, feeding or bathing them.
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Paige A.
Washington, DC
$17-22/hr
Hello, I'm Paige. I'm currently a college student at Howard University majoring in biology for my second year. I'm great with dogs and have a couple of my own. I have transportation so I can do pet transportation or dog walking.
Paige can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Logan S.
Potomac, MD
$15-20/hr
Hi!! My name is Logan and I'm a 20-year-old at Ohio state!! I'm able to help with dog walking, babysitting, or house sitting.
I would love to help walk your dog or do drop in visits for your pet(s) during evening/weekend hours. I have experience with walking dogs of all types. I previously had a dog and rodents/fish, and I am now a cat parent.
Melanie can also help with: Pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Gaithersburg, MD
Madeline H.
5.0
Maddie is very responsible, super fun, and ensures the house is tidy.
- Sarah B.
Machaila W.
5.0
Machaila was an amazing and attentive babysitter for my bird children (two green cheek conures)! It’s rare to meet other people with pet birds and also conures, and so Machaila was an expert in handling my babies and even taught me some training tips for my birds. My birds enjoyed hanging out with...
- Sarah B.
Jasmine H.
5.0
Jace has been a real asset to our family. She's super kind and relates easily to my daughters. Jace keeps them easily engaged with drawing, walking around and just fun conversation.
- Kate S.
Laura O.
5.0
Laura took great care of our puppy and pet bird while my husband and I were away!
- Amanda M.
Alexandra M.
5.0
Alexandra was great with our 10 and 2 year old! They had a blast with her, and were so excited to share all they did and played!
- Colby B.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Gaithersburg, MD
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
A local dog walker near you in Gaithersburg, MD will cost you an average of $15.68 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
Care.com has 34 dog walkers offering services in Gaithersburg, MD. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Gaithersburg or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Gaithersburg to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Gaithersburg, MD worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Gaithersburg, MD to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Gaithersburg, MD, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
On Care.com, there are currently 34 dog walkers near you in Gaithersburg, MD that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.
Ratings for Gaithersburg, MD dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Walkers in Gaithersburg, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.