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297 dog walkers are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Portland, OR
I took care of a chihuahua, Yorkie, poodle, and Maltese. I fed them played with them, took them for walks and some took in for board while owner was out of town. The chihuahua I had to cook him chicken or a hamburger patty.
Paula can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I love pets. I go on walks with them. I can provide pet care.
Jenny can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Allie D.
Portland, OR
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been involved with pets for around 10 years. Whether it's walking, playing, snuggling, or being there to check in on your furry friend, I'm the person you want! I love all animals, especially kitties.
Allie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I love pets! I have a couple of my own and would love to spend time and take care of others or go on walks and have a walk buddy
Nour can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hi there, my name is Jayashree but I go by my middle name Paz! I am a professionally trained forester and animal lover. I am very reliable, organized, and have no trouble creating my own schedule.
I offer intuitive and compassionate childcare. As well as occasional pet care. My experience includes care of children ages 2-14...
Jayashree can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training
Kristen J.
Portland, OR
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can provide sitting in your home, overnight or just daily check ins, I'd also be happy to bathe, and walk your pet if needed.
Kristen can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Lily, I am 25. I have about five years of childcare experience. I currently live in downtown Portland and have my own reliable transportation.
A little about me, I graduated from Lake Oswego high school and went to Colorado State University, and got my associates degree. While in school I was always babysitting and...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lily is so great with my two girls! She's fun and always has perfect ideas for games, learning, and exercise. Shes always on time and dependable."
Cassie S.
Christine D.
Portland, OR
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My belief is that seniors have the right to maintain their independence, mobility and respect, no matter what health issues! I am a caring, dependable caregiver with 20 + years experience. I have worked with home health, hospice and have excellent references. I am willing to do most anything around the home.
Christine can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"We trusted Christine with the care of our parents over the eight years that she worked for us (May 2011 thru June 2019).
Christine brought a professional approach to the job. She was lead for a crew of eight care partners over a 24/7 schedule.
She had an...
Drew H.
Jamie P.
Portland, OR
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable, Patient, Loving, Former Secular Homeschool Mom
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am reliable, patient, and heart-centered.
I enjoy working with kids because they're joyful, creative, and loving. They promise to keep the day interesting and playful with just enough challenge.
I'm looking for loving families that enjoy the outdoors, walks, making crafts, playing games, reading, and value kindness.
In...
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jamie was our nanny for several months in 2022. She cared for our child who was 6-12 months old. Jamie is an exceptional caretaker and she goes above and beyond to be attentive, compassionate, and helpful! Your child(ren) will be engaged in games, learning, and...
Alana P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Zoe and I am 23 years old. I am currently a senior year at Lewis and Clark but am taking online classes so I have more flexibility. I am from North Carolina but have found a second home in the Pacific Northwest. In terms of experience I was a live in nanny in France for a family of four. I took care of two kids aged 12...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe did a great job with our toddler for a date night! He hasn't had a lot of sitters but she helped him feel comfortable with the transition and have fun before getting ready for bed and he was sound asleep when we got home and in great spirits the next morning....
Care member
Araceli M.
Portland, OR
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and kind. :)
I'm looking for a second job after I'm off from my school job to save up to meet some financial goals. I can babysit or nanny and pick up kids from school. I'd be happy also if the job was just picking kids up from school and dropping them off at home.
I started...
Araceli can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Araceli is a great fit for our family and was incredible with our son! She was always on time and always had a smile on her face. She was an excellent nanny and I would recommend her to any family."
Carly G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a 28-year-old female that just moved to the Portland area from the east coast. I'm looking for a job to make some income during my enrollment in an accelerated nursing program. I have provided care for multiple families as well as in clinical settings. I have assisted with care routines, bathing , medications,...
Nell can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed a handful of people on care.com and the reason why I chose Nell, was because she had the most wonderful, enthusiastic personality and told me all about her experiences and actually wanted to work, when so many others didn’t seem interested or...
Care member
Ready to leave the classroom after 8 years in 2 amazing local preschools. Looking to love on just 2 or 3 kids to accompany a 10 hour weekly commitment to a wonderful local fitness club. Happy mum to a 20-year-old in college and 13-year-old twin boys. I love to give local parents total confidence that their children will be 100%...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Stephanie H.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Steph! I'm 29 years old and I have been helping care for children for about half my life. I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and engaging.
I started working with kids when I was in middle school babysitting younger kids in the neighborhood as well as my little cousin. In high school I helped with vacation...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mollee O.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have done personal assistant/housekeeping work as part of three of my previous jobs. I was a personal assistant for an elderly lady for close to three years. I did multiple odd jobs, errands, and walked her dog every day. I also did cleaning as part of a previous caregiver job, and as part of my position as an Au Pair.
Mollee can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning & more
In fourth grade (2005), I decided that my "dream job" was to become a teacher. Ever since then, I have work towards that dream. I'm currently working full-time in a school and a year away from graduating with my MA in education.
I have 10 years of experience. With this experience, I have learned the importance of patience,...
Grecia can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi I'm a very caring and hardworking person and I offer a few services, I can pet sit, dog walk, house cleaning, and babysit kids above the age of 6
Ida V.
Portland, OR
$29/hr • 3 yrs exp
Reliable, positive & trustworthy
I'd describe my personality as happy, positive and caring.
I like working with kids because I enjoy giving kids a positive happy environment to feel comfortable and supported.
I'm looking for a job that I can add to my current work schedule and make a positive difference in caring for...
Ida can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emma F.
Portland, OR
$22-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Nanny Looking For Part-time Or Full-time Positions With Newborns, Infants, Or Toddlers!
I'm a nanny with 5+ years experience and extensive time as a freelance babysitter. I love watching children learn, grow, and discover the world. I'm fun-loving and silly with a rapport that allows kids to explore ideas and lead their own development in a safe and loving space. Comfortable working autonomously with children and...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Patricia R.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi!
I'm looking for a family that might need a sitter for a date night or a couple of hours on the weekend while you run errands.
I currently work full time and I have two dogs that I love very much. On my free time I like to go on walks or read.
I've been working with kids since I was a teenager and I'm currently in my...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Portland, OR
Lily C.
5.0
Lily is so great with my two girls! She's fun and always has perfect ideas for games, learning, and exercise. Shes always on time and dependable.
- Cassie S.
Christine D.
5.0
We trusted Christine with the care of our parents over the eight years that she worked for us (May 2011 thru June 2019).
Christine brought a professional approach to the job. She was lead for a crew of eight care partners over a 24/7 schedule.
She had an amazing touch with both of my...
- Drew H.
Jamie P.
5.0
Jamie has been our full time nanny for the last 18 months and I am pleased to recommend her. She has been a gift to our family. Our twin boys have grown so much since she started with us. Developmentally and emotionally - they are well supported with her care and concern. She is WONDERFUL. What I...
- Virginia M.
Zoe B.
5.0
Zoe did a great job with our toddler for a date night! He hasn't had a lot of sitters but she helped him feel comfortable with the transition and have fun before getting ready for bed and he was sound asleep when we got home and in great spirits the next morning. We would definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Araceli M.
5.0
Araceli is a great fit for our family and was incredible with our son! She was always on time and always had a smile on her face. She was an excellent nanny and I would recommend her to any family.
- Carly G.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Portland, OR
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Portland, OR?
A local dog walker near you in Portland, OR will cost you an average of $17.38 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 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 Portland, OR?
Care.com has 297 dog walkers offering services in Portland, OR. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Portland 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 Portland to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Portland, OR, 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 Portland, OR?
On Care.com, there are currently 297 dog walkers near you in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Dog Walkers in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 297 listed dog walkers.