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Lindy Z.

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home and mine. I'm a pet sitter and walker with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love animals of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, check ins, boarding, and walking.

Care Member says "I've used Lindy to care for my pets for several years now. She treats my pets like her own. I like that my pets are cared for in a home rather than a...

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Liliana J.

Hi!! I Am Willing To Walk A Dog Or Dogs If Needed!

Lakeland, FL

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
I will provide dog walking for those who work long days, or just need some extra help. I am a college athlete that is very experienced with all types of dogs. I am a dog lover for sure and I am very active and understand some dogs have boundaries and will abide by those:) I can perform baths if needed as well. I will probably be...
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Tiffany G.

Rescue Dog Mama & Pet Sitter With Heart

Lakeland, FL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! My name is Tiffany and I'm a true animal lover. Growing up, I was always surrounded by pets dogs, cats, birds and caring for them has always come naturally to me. Over the years, I've also rescued several dogs, giving them a second chance with lots of love, care, and patience. For me, pets are like little children, they...
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Sierra W.

Occasional Dog Lover Available!

Lakeland, FL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes, and ages. Will take on walks, play with and love on your furry baby while you are away!
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Haven S.

Caring And Friendly Dog Lover!!

Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I've been a proud Aussie Doodle owner for 5 years, and I frequently help my grandmother, a breeder, care for her puppies. From walks to playtime and general care, I've had the pleasure of spending time with dogs of all ages and temperaments. I love creating meaningful connections with pets and ensuring they feel...
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Surema S.

Hi, Don't Worry Your Dog Will Be In Great Hands With Me I Promise :)

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi I'm Surema, I've been taking care of pets for about 2 years! I have two dogs of my own a Rottweiler and a micro bully. I love animals and animals love me :) I am very respectful and kind. I will take care of your pets and love them like they are my own! I'd describe my personality as funny, kind, outgoing I'm looking for...
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Karyn L.

Your Baby Is My Baby!

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a former elementary school teacher and love caring for pets and children. My pets are much more than pets, they are my babies. I love them like children and treat them as such. And I will do the same for your baby! I've had all sorts of pets over my 55 year lifetime, and as their primary caregiver, gained experience in...
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Helesha B.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Boarding , Pet sitting , check ins and Pet Walking. I am reliable and have a passion for animals. I am in tune to what they need and make sure I care for your fur babies as if they are my own. I also can pick up your child from school and drop them off at home or another activity when...

Tim B. says "I have known Helesha for most of my adult life, and I can say that she is 100% dependable and trustworthy for any service that you need. She is especially...

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Karen H.

Pet Sitter

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
from
$9/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello! I have been married for 34 years and have 2 grown sons. I have always had dogs or cats and currently have a lab mix named Stella. She is a rescue, almost 2 and full of energy. My pets have always been family members and I have had them all big and small. I am available for daily walks, playtime mealtimes including...
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Joryn K.

My Experience

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have pet sat and dog walked for multiple families, some who have multiple at once. I am very comfortable with all animals. I have always grown up with animals. These include fish, dogs, and birds.
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Erika G.

Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
Hello my names Erika! I've been dog sitting for 2 years and grew up having pets. I can also dog walk if that's something you'd need along with dog sitting. I look forward to meeting you!
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Kelly M.

Lakeland, FL

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$14/hr
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hey! I'm a big time dog lover and pup parent to a hyper golden doodle. I've been around dogs my whole life and love everything about them. I enjoy pet sitting so I get to hang out with all kinds of awesome dogs and treat them like my own Whether it's walks, playtime, or just some company while you're away, I'm all about making...
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Chloe T.

Pets

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have worked with dogs and cats and also fish before! I love pets and I have worked with an app before walking some peoples dogs. Absolutely adore animals and whenever you need someone I'm here to help!
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Hannah T.

Animal Loving College Student

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Hannah, I am a 20-year-old college student and I am a pet/animal lover. I have owned a dog and cat all of my life, so tending to animals has always been a fun task for me. I dog-sat a neighbor's dog most of this past summer and he became like my own (summer 2016). Although I am unable to have a dog or a cat in this...
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Chloe N.

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I do not have vast experience however I have dog sat for neighbors and others as well as being paid to take animals for walks on a regular basis. I love all animals and I've never had difficulty caring for one.
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Erica D.

Any Animal Lover And Caregiver

Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
My love for animals has grown as I've gotten older. I truly believe that all lives matter and the pureness of animals, pets and wild ones, is beautiful. I'm very outdoorsy, love nature, walking, running, caring, patient, and happy. Whatever service you need, I'm very open minded and willing. I love to help train dogs with just...
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Katherine B.

Lakeland, FL

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$12/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I grew up owning and loving my own dogs. Over the years I have been trusted by friends and family to care for theirs as my own too. I love walks just as much as dogs do and prefer a furry friend to tag along!
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Francis B.

Lakeland, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Loving & Reliable Pet Sitter You Can Trust Hi! I'm a caring and dependable pet sitter with a genuine love for animals of all kinds. Whether it's playful puppies, gentle senior dogs, curious cats, or other furry friends, I treat every pet as if they were my own. I understand how important it is to have someone trustworthy to...
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Cheryl T.

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello I moved to lakeland about 3 years ago. I walked dogs couple of times and was a dog sitter for about 3 years
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Celena H.

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've never been paid to watch/hangout with dogs, but man do I love watching them! I have experience dog sitting for a family-friend, and the family I nannied for had a dog I was responsible for watching and walking while I was working for them. I would be more than delighted to take you dog(s) for a walk, or watch them if you're...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.39/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Lakeland, FL

A local dog walker near you in Lakeland, FL will cost you an average of $15.39 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of July 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 59 dog walkers offering services in Lakeland, FL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Lakeland 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 Lakeland to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

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 Lakeland, FL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Lakeland, FL, 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.

On Care.com, there are currently 59 dog walkers near you in Lakeland, FL 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.

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