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Madalyn S.

Experienced Pet Sitting

Placitas, NM

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am very experienced with horses and their usual care. I am also experienced with dogs, cats, ferrets, chickens, parrots, fish, goats, llamas, and am more than willing to help with most other animals. I can only provide care at your home. I can exercise horses if needed, walk dogs, provide comfort to most animals so they don't...
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Daniel-hannah G.

Albuquerque, NM

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I love caring for pets, both mine and others. I often petsit for families that go out of town and want one-on-one attention for their pets. I am able to walk dogs, let them out consistently, and play with them to get some much needed energy out. I had 2 extra-large dogs growing up, and love dogs of all sizes and ages. I also...
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Stacie G.

Corrales, NM

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I was raised with big dogs and currently help with two during the week where I work as a nanny. I love dogs and enjoy caring for them.
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Katherine L.

Part Time Pet Care

Albuquerque, NM

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have been dog sitting for many years now with neighbors, friends, etc. I am caring, compassionate, and I love dogs! I have my own dog at home and I am willing to take them for walks, runs and even bathe them if needed.
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Claudia A.

ABQ Pet Lover

Albuquerque, NM

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Recently retired and new to pet sitting. I can also walk your dog. Happy to meet and greet you and your pets. Happy to chat with you about your needs and my availability. I live in th NE Heights.
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Juliana M.

Albuquerque, NM

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, friendly, hard worker, responsible. I like caring for seniors because I love the elderly. I respect and admire these people and feel they deserve the best. I'm looking for a job that will help a person in need by providing companionship and home and personal care. I started...
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Ariella Z.

Albuquerque, NM

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$28/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Ariella. I grew up with horses, goats, chickens, and guinea pigs but always wanted a dog. So, I've made up for that by watching practically all my bosses dogs. We've gone on lengthy walks, played, made sure they received all the attention they could possibly want, and followed any dietary needs they had. I'm...
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Cassidy T.

Pet And Kitty Auntie Extraordinaire!

Albuquerque, NM

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home, dog and cat boarding at my home, dog walks, and doggie daycare. I am a lifelong pet owner and lover, and look forward ti making friends with your furry friend! I am happy to take your pup on hikes, to the park, mellow strolls, runs, to play fetch, or whatever their needs are. I can...
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Monica B.

Albuquerque, NM

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
Pet walking
I have always had animals and taken great care of them. I have only worked or volunteered as a pet-sitter for friends and family. I am currently caring for my son's long-haired ginger tabby, Leo, while he completes part of his officer's training in the Army. Leo spent his 1st year with Scooby, our chow/retriever mix who passed...

Care Member says "We are two physicians working in Albuquerque, and due to our long hours and clinical responsibilities, we were in dire need of more consistent childcare...

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Kimberly D.

Pet Sitter/Walker/Pal/Care Giver/House Sitter

Albuquerque, NM

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Your pets will receive love, safety, and fun while in my care. I enjoy indoor and outdoor playtime with cats, dogs, and other pets. Happy to help with medications if necessary. Pets and cuddles are my specialty. I offer long walks through the neighborhood and parks multiple times a day if allowable with whomever will walk on a...

Kathy K. says "Kimberly house sat and took care of our pets for one day and night. She did a wonderful job of caring for our 5 pets and even got one of our finicky cats...

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Carol J.

Pet Care Professional

Albuquerque, NM

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am an animal lover who would like to help you care for your pet family members. I am most comfortable with the furry, pawed varieties, but do not discriminate! I am seeking opportunities to help with occasional and/or regularly scheduled part-time care (dog walking, overnight sitting, etc). Overnight rates can be discussed as...

Benai P. says "We hired Carol to watch our 5 dogs while we went out of town for the weekend. She was great! The dogs loved her and she accommodated special instructions,...

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Diane P.

Rio Rancho, NM

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years experience. I will treat your pets with love & kindness! They will be safe & happy in my care. I will visit 1-5 times/day or a few hours. Help with training, if asked. My passion for animal behavior, with vast experience, has made me a great pet sitter/trainer. I have experience with dogs & cats. Shy, elderly,...

Alice K. says "Diane dog sat my senior dog in my home for three hours while I ran errands. My dog has separation anxiety and we just moved here, so I didn’t want to leave...

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Kayla M.

Dog Walker

Albuquerque, NM

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$12/hr
Pet walking
I have a puppy of my own and willing to take care of 1-2 dogs walking or caring for. I love doggos I took care of my mom shih-tzu for 5 years and also love big dogs as well my dad had an American Bull dog that loved walks.
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Desiree G.

As Needed Pet Sitter

Albuquerque, NM

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I love dogs, cats, pets of all sizes and ages. Can perform dog walking. I have owned a German Shepherd for 5 years.
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Tara S.

Albuquerque, NM

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Experience with caring for dogs and cats. I have both pets as my own as well. Services offered: Dog walking Feeding/watering Cleaning litter box Administer medications Play time
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Wren O.

Pet Sitting/Dog Walking

Albuquerque, NM

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$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love all animals and would love to help you with yours! I grew up taking care of dogs, but I'm also comfortable with cats. I love to walk and give your pet great exercise!
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Hannah C.

Albuquerque, NM

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$12/hr
1 year experience
I love animals and have cared for them almost all my life. I have previously done dog walking/sitting jobs and have also cared for horses. I currently have a 6-month-old German Shepard puppy who would be an amazing playmate for any other energetic dogs. I am available for walking, house sitting and boarding. Also willing to do...
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Jensine A.

Your Furry Friend's Bonus Pal

Albuquerque, NM

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Friendly pet pal here hailing from a cat family. I've primarily cared for cats and dogs, up to 3 pets at a time. Currently providing in-home care and dog walking. Cuddles available! No boarding at this time. Let me know what questions you may have. Fun facts: I'm a registered dietitian and I travel, dance and surf for fun!
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Sierra H.

Rio Rancho, NM

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
As a dependable and caring individual with experience in childcare and an internship that has honed my organizational and time-management skills, I am eager to bring my dedication and passion for animals to your dog walking/sitting needs. As a nanny, I am accustomed to being responsible for the well-being and safety of others,...
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Lucia B.

Albuquerque, NM

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$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been house sitting and walking dogs for 3+ years. I am trustworthy, experienced, and totally dog-obsessed.
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Placitas, NM

Dog Walkers in Placitas, NM are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Monica B.

We are two physicians working in Albuquerque, and due to our long hours and clinical responsibilities, we were in dire need of more...

- Care member

Kimberly D.

Kimberly house sat and took care of our pets for one day and night. She did a wonderful job of caring for our 5 pets and even got one of...

- Kathy K.

Carol J.

We hired Carol to watch our 5 dogs while we went out of town for the weekend. She was great! The dogs loved her and she accommodated special...

- Benai P.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Placitas, NM

A local dog walker near you in Placitas, NM will cost you an average of $15.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Placitas, NM. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Placitas 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 Placitas 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 Placitas, NM to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Placitas, NM, 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 1 dog walkers near you in Placitas, NM 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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