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Dylan W.

Dog Sitter

Matthews, NC

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I am Dylan! I attend Coker University and play soccer there. I am in town for summer and would love to dog sit! I am very active and can make sure your pups are taken care of and getting all the exercise and walks they need throughout the day! I have a wide range of availability and would love to help out! I have a...
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Tell Your Dog I Said Hi!

Matthews, NC

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
A little bit about me: I started working with cats and dogs about 25 years ago by pet sitting for friends and family. Fast forward to recently, I've been helping a family member by arranging puppy play dates between her new dog and my two Boston Terriers. My love for animals started when I was a child. Growing up with a family...
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Dogs, Cats, Reptiles

Matthews, NC

from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've done dog sitting and dog walking as well as cat sitting. I have 2 huskies and 3 cats. I also have reptile experience.
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Household Helper/Dog Lover

Matthews, NC

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
window washing
Hi, I would love to help you with anything you don't have time to do. I have 12 years experience and enjoy helping others. I will do anything from planting a garden to cleaning a toilet. I will do just general cleaning or general plus extras, like laundry etc.. I also have worked for an animal rescuer and have walked many dogs...
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Pet Sitting

Matthews, NC

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hi. My name is Angela but most people call me Cissy. I love animals and have a lot of experience pet sitting for friends, family and just by word of mouth through those mentioned. I usually do overnight care whether it be a couple of nights or a week, etc. I love all animals but most of my experience has been in dog sitting. I...
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Bridget H.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I truly love animals and understand the responsibility that comes with caring for them. I am patient, reliable, and attentive to each pet's unique needs, whether it's ensuring they get enough exercise, sticking to their feeding schedule, or providing companionship and affection. I'm also safety-conscious, always keeping an eye...
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Alexis K.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up with a pit lab mix and my current roommates have a husky shepherd mix. I love dogs and I'm super active and would love to walk dogs whenever I can and have the time to. I also house sit/dog sit for people often.
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Anna C.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I'm Anna and I'm a college student who attends Molloy University in New York City. I'm studying to get my BFA in Musical Theatre, and I love all things theatre, Disney, and animals! I have two puppies of my own and love all kinds of animals, and have never met a furry friend that wasn't a friend of mine! I offer pet sitting...
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Matthews, NC

from
$5/hr
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I have grown up in a house of pets - 5 cats, as well as a few strays. Growing up, stray cats were abundant in my neighborhood, and would often have their kittens under our shed, and we would take the kittens and raise them until they were about 1 - 2 months old , then we would find them a nice home. I also have had three dogs, a...
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Matthews, NC

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hi, my name is Cheyenne and I am 21 years old. I have been pet sitting since I was 14, beginning with my neighbors pets when they would go on vacation. I personally have two cats and a ferret of my own. I currently work at an animal hospital as a vet tech assisting with pets that come in for medical appointments. I also help...
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Let's Chat-I'd Love To Meet You And Your Pet!

Matthews, NC

from
$8/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
I'm a lifelong animal lover with a passion for providing compassionate, reliable care for pets of all kinds. Whether it's daily walks, playtime, feeding, or just keeping your furry friend company while you're away, I treat every pet like my own--with love, patience, and plenty of belly rubs!
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Pet Care Helper

Matthews, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
I have worked for several families as a dog walker, in addition to housekeeping. One family I worked for was an animal rescuer. So they always had several dogs and many cats. I worked there for 10 years. I helped with walking, baths, and taking them to the vet. I cleaned the cat room and changed many litter pans. I enjoy working...
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Pet Care!

Matthews, NC

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Can provide support with: (But not limited to) -Dog walking -Pet feeding -Dog bathing -Cleaning litter boxes Have always been a dog owner, over 10+ years of personal experience
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Trena T.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

from
$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
Hi! Need someone to walk your baby or just do a wellness check during the day?! I love pets and have owned and cared for a wide variety of them over the years, frogs, dogs, kitties, lizards and fish! I'm your girl! Let me know if I can help! Thanks!
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Devin W.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been petsitting intermittently since 2014, when I started taking care of my neighborhood's animals to earn some extra cash during high school! I'm currently a student at the University of Georgia, so I'm available for housesitting and dog-walking, as well as drop-in visits throughout the week and on weekends.
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Rafaela B.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
Hi there! I am passionate about animals and offer dedicated care for dogs, cats, and birds. With experience in walking and grooming, I ensure your pet will be happy and healthy. I'm here to provide love and attention to your furry friend while you're away. Let's take care of your companion together!
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Valentina G.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

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$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
As a dog mom myself I can understand that when we go to work everyday and leave our fur babies everyday is upsetting. I'm here to help that change. I would be glad to take care of your fur babies, like taking them on walks, parks, or even just keep them company at home for a few hours. All they need is some attention and play...
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Alyssa L.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Alyssa , your dependable and caring pet sitter! As a lifelong animal lover with 5+ years of hands-on pet care experience, I understand how important it is to find someone you trust to care for your furry (or feathered!) family members. I'm currently a Pre-K teacher by day, which means patience, responsibility, and a...
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Valeria F.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Valeria, and I've loved animals my whole life. I grew up in a dog-loving family, have rescued both dogs and cats, and currently live with four cats that my family and I relocated internationally. Because of that experience, I understand how much care, patience, and attention pets need to feel safe and happy in any...
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Lacey H.'s Photo

Matthews, NC

from
$18/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
dog training
+ 1 more
I've had experience throughout my life with every kind of animal, dogs, cats, fish! I'm happy to transport, board, or walk any babies, I dogsit my uncle's 6 dachshund every other weekend, so I'm happy with a little chaos, and will make sure your loved one is safe, happy, with lots of enrichment.
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.55/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Matthews, NC

A local dog walker near you in Matthews, NC will cost you an average of $13.55 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 29 dog walkers offering services in Matthews, NC. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Matthews 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 Matthews 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 Matthews, NC to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Matthews, NC, 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 29 dog walkers near you in Matthews, NC 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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