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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two dogs who I treat as big babies. I love taking care of them and and have been available for dog sitting and dog walking since I was in college in 1983. I have been taking care of people's pets with care. com since 2011.
Roberta can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Dawn A.
Bel Air, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a former vet tech with over 25 years of paid pet sitting/dog walking and farm sitting experience. I've also owned my own horse business since 1993. I was raised in a multi-pet household with dogs, cats, birds, fish and many small critters. I have a dog, cat and 5 horses.
Dawn can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, dog training
5.0
"Dawn was wonderful and let me know each time she came to check on my cats. "
Gillian A.
Giovanna M.
Owings Mills, MD
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Gigi. Nice to meet you and your pet! I hope we can meet each other soon. I would love to take your best buddy to happy walks and play with them when you're away. I'm very careful, responsible and I care a lot about animals, so I'll be more than happy to help you during your busy days. I've had dogs my whole life and I'm...
Kerry E.
Towson, MD
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kerry and I attend University in Towson, MD, but I will be coming home for the summer. I have two dogs currently: a miniature schnauzer and a Sharpei/pit mix. I had two labs, one chocolate and one black, who both recently passed due to old age, so I am comfortable around both young dogs and old, along with...
Kerry can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Bonded and insured
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide pet sitting in your own home and I will walk your pets whenever needed. I love all types of pets, on my own I have had three tanks of fish, three dogs, two cats, two hamsters, and two turtles... and that was all at the same time! I am dependable, responsible, and will treat your pets as my own.
Amaya can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior at Loyola University, looking for part-time work as a babysitter, nanny, or dog sitter during the academic school year. I have babysat for four different families throughout high school and college. All of these families had two or more children ranging from ages 2-11 and pets. I have babysat during the day, the...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a heart-beat. If she has some time during her school year, she will be a great help to you!!!! But we plan to hire her every...
Modupe C.
Cheyann M.
Spring Grove, PA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name's Cheyann, and I am a 19-year-old college student home for the summer. I have the most experiences with dogs of all ages and sizes. I currently own four dogs: Sampson (an 8 pound mixed breed), Ellie (a 45 pound Shepherd mix), Phoebe (a sheltie), and Louie (a Pomeranian-Sheltie mix). I have also owned 2 others in the...
Cheyann can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Cheyann took care of our cat while we were on a 10 day cruise. She took excellent care of him, and even sent periodic updates on how he was doing, which was much appreciated. We would rehire her without hesitation!"
Dave K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up I had two cats who I looked after and cared for every day. I also volunteer at animal shelters and at pet adoption events. I am able to walk, groom/clean, and feed dogs and cats. I love animals and would treat your pets with care and love.
Katrina can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Stayed at my house and watched my dog for four days. My dog loves her! She's thoughtful, responsible, and smart. A quick study--she understood what needed to happen and why. Very responsible and trustworthy. Will definitely hire her again."
Georgina D.
5.0
(1)
With over 9 years of experience and certifications like Pet CPR & First Aid, Fear Free, and Dog Training, I have the educational toolkit I need to provide well- rounded and reliable pet care to my community. You will be able to truly relax on your vacation or focus on the work day ahead knowing that you chose a local trusted...
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Abigail is amazing! She is organized, dependable, and very caring with animals trusted to her care. Abigail gives frequent updates on how things are going while I am away and my dogs love her! She has also cared for my two cats and 14 chickens, everything she...
Debbie V.
5.0
(2)
I have experience pet-sitting for ober a decade. I understand how challenging it can be to find a quality and reliable pet-sitter for your furbabies. As a pet owner myself, I can guarantee I will love and care for your babies like my own. I am currently a graduate student with some downtime, looking to walk and care for your...
Paige can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Paige was thoughtful with my pet needs, always on time and had great communication. Would definitely recommend to all my pet friends!"
Briana C.
5.0
(3)
Hello! I assist with various types of care, including childcare, pet walking/sitting, household tasks/cleaning, errands, and whatever else you may need! I currently work full time with 3 days a week from home, so I would be able to set up anywhere on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. On weekends I have a completely free...
Hallie can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have hired her on numerous occasions to watch/house-sit my rescue dog, Béla. It has been an absolute pleasure dealing with her and my dog clearly loves spending time with her. I will continue to use her services as long as I’m a dog owner."
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Maria M.
Forest Hill, MD
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(24)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maria. I love animals! I had a beautiful blue Weim of my own who I adored and treated as family. My love of animals started young . One of my first jobs was at my family owned pet grooming salon. I worked there helping out. In recent years I did a lot of rescue fostering of dogs very rewarding work.
I'm responsible ,...
Maria can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I reached out to Maria through a referral. I am so glad that I did. I love that she gave me updates throughout his stay with her. She walked my pup multiple times and sent me lots of pictures. She made me feel very comfortable with him in her care, it was obvious...
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5.0
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I'm a 30-year-old Baltimore native with a background in pre-k and kindergarten education. I love animals and spend lots of time outdoors with our own family pet, a sassy 16-year-old pug. I am available for walking, grooming, and in-home pet sitting. My experience woofing on several different farms also allowed me some experience...
Abby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Lynn H.
Parkville, MD
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 40 + years caring for pets from daily walks, litter box care, feeding and giving lots of love. attention, play time and will treat your pets like I do my own.
I'm also available for transportation to vet appointments.
I am honest, reliable, trustworthy and take pride in my work.
Reference available upon request.
Lynn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have 2 years of paid experience on dog walking apps as well as dog sitting for neighbors + friends
Brenna can also help with: Boarding, pet walking
Hanna K.
Bel Air, MD
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience with caring for animals especially dogs. I have grown up with dogs and I currently have an adorable Weimaraner and a shih-poo. Since middle school I have dog walked, dog sat, cat sat, and cared for fish. :)
Hanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Graduate student looking to care for animals in free time! I have many years of experience pet sitting and many years dog walking as well.
Kirsten can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Rebecca C.
Westminster, MD
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Rebecca and I would love to help you and your furry friend out. I have grown up around animals and have dogged walked for many years with reoccurring families. 10 years, 2 years and 1 year is the length I walked these dogs consistently and loved bonding with these families and dogs. In addition to this I also grew up...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting
Teresa H.
Forest Hill, MD
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a 5-year-old chocolate lab named Ruka and grew up with pets in the home. I have also fostered dogs in the Harford county area. I have experience providing dog walking services and dog sitting.
My dog Ruka is very friendly. She is full of energy and fetch is her favorite thing. Ruka gets along well with other dogs, so I...
Teresa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Kamea B.
Hanover, PA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I am a dependable, responsible and positive person who absolutely adores animals. I think they are a blessing to us. I have 7 years of experience taking care of dogs, indoor cats and feral cat colonies. I am a pet owner myself. I can help with boarding, pet sitting, dog walking and transportation.
Kamea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Parkton, MD
Dawn A.
5.0
Dawn was wonderful and let me know each time she came to check on my cats.
- Gillian A.
Jane E.
5.0
Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a heart-beat. If she has some time during her school year, she will be a great help to you!!!! But we plan to hire her every summer/holiday she is available :)
- Modupe C.
Cheyann M.
5.0
Cheyann took care of our cat while we were on a 10 day cruise. She took excellent care of him, and even sent periodic updates on how he was doing, which was much appreciated. We would rehire her without hesitation!
- Dave K.
Katrina N.
5.0
Stayed at my house and watched my dog for four days. My dog loves her! She's thoughtful, responsible, and smart. A quick study--she understood what needed to happen and why. Very responsible and trustworthy. Will definitely hire her again.
- Georgina D.
Abigail F.
5.0
Abigail is amazing! She is organized, dependable, and very caring with animals trusted to her care. Abigail gives frequent updates on how things are going while I am away and my dogs love her! She has also cared for my two cats and 14 chickens, everything she does is like she is caring for her own...
- Debbie V.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Parkton, MD
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Parkton, MD?
A local dog walker near you in Parkton, MD will cost you an average of $14.33 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 Parkton, MD?
Care.com has 3 dog walkers offering services in Parkton, MD. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Parkton 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 Parkton to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Parkton, 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 Parkton, 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 Parkton, MD?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Parkton, 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 Parkton, MD?
On Care.com, there are currently 3 dog walkers near you in Parkton, 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.