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Caitlyn B.
Gorham, ME
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Caitlyn! I'm a freshmen at USM in Portland and I'm looking to do pet sitting during my free time around my classes, including caring for pets, walking, and even cleaning! I'm typically free on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays but I may have some weekday availability. Let me know if you have any questions! :)
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have had pets since I was born and I am now 20 years old. I have watched numerous families' pets as well as children. I love to go on walks or go to the park with your pets. Whatever needs you require. I love pets of all sizes. I am bath, light grooming, feed, anything.
Evelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
4.8
(18)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Do you need pet care days, weekends, overnights, extended care? Experienced pet sitter and dog walker. I love animals! I own and love 3 cats and 2 dogs. I would love to help you out with your pets. This is not just a summer job for me! I am available year round for dog walking, cat and dog sitting, and pet taxi service. I am...
Karen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Karen did an excellent job caring for my four rabbits over a long weekend. She was very pleasant to work with and I would hire her again."
Eric R.
Hi everyone, my name is Anna. I go to school at East Carolina University where I am studying nursing. I'm back home looking for a job doing something I enjoy, which is spending time with animals. I have been taking care of pets for the past two years, I'm looking for a pet sitting or dog walking job. I'm passionate about...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Elizabeth D.
Bridgton, ME
$13-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have owned and loved dogs and cats my whole life! I can administer medicine if needed. I love to play and have fun fun with all types of animals! Going for walks, playing inside and working on behavioral issues are things that I am all confidant and comfortable doing!
Any boarding will need to do so in your home as I do love...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with caring for pets, mostly cats and dogs, overnight, as well as drop needs. I have on occasion, cared for smaller pets, such as fish, rodents, and small birds. I' m experienced with dogs of all sizes, extra small to extra large. My care includes, feeding, walking, bathing, and transporting animals to such...
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Christina has taken care of our lab mix over several weekends while we have been out of town. She has both come to our house to feed/walk her and taken her to her home for the weekend. She is responsible and reliable and has helped us out at the last minute. Our...
Kate C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love pets growing up I always had pets to take care of. I love walking and exercising and pet sitting.
Christina can also help with: Grooming, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Christina has a natural and genuine love of both animals and children alike and devotes herself to them. Whomever is fortunate to employ her will not regret it. She is very honest and trustworthy. We had her come to our home to care for our pets when we were...
Elizabeth B.
Kelsey L.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Childcare Experience. Past Jobs Include Daycare.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey watched my two kids - ages 4 and 1.5 - while I was in town for a wedding. She was easy to communicate with leading up to our trip, punctual, and great with the kids. She did the night routine with them while we were at the wedding which is no easy task. Kids...
Courtney C.
4.9
(15)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Animals really hold a special place in my heart. I have pet sat for families that I have worked for - this included staying at the home, providing care for sick animals, and caring for elderly animals. I have cared for dogs and cats which typically included feeding, walking, and lots of playing. I have also cared for...
Jada can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Jada has been my go-to pet sitter since moving to Portland. She takes wonderful care of my cat when I'm out of town. She's also always been great with communication. I would definitely recommend her to my pet owning friends!"
Olivia N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I can help your family in a variety of ways, including pet sitting/walking, child care and meal prep. I have a wide variety of experience and can provide excellent recommendations. I have reliable transportation, a clean driving record and a safe vehicle.
I work as a teacher and have summers off. Therefore, I am...
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"We hired Alexis for help during a recent vacation. She was on time, very nice and capable and trustworthy. Highly recommended."
Andrew K.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine
5.0
"Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend."
James N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified Montessori Teacher, my background is working in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with all age groups primarily with children aged 3-5 years for over 20 years. I love working with infants/toddlers & preschoolers and am passionate about early childhood education.
I am a certified Newborn Care specialist...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Caroline was incredibly warm and had a calming presence. After meeting her, I immediately felt comfortable leaving my 3 month old in her care. Caroline was extremely attentive to my requests and skilled at comforting my teething baby. I look forward to working with...
Sarah B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi from Nancy, Pet sitting because of course they need an animal lover while you are away. The more pets you have the better! Overnight, or weekly. Walks, grooming, bathing, games and mostly affection. Will transport pets to veterinarian or grooming appointments, give meds or shots and provide needed medical care as I'm a...
Nancy can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Nancy is absolutely wonderful with all of our animals (dogs/cats); they love when she stays with them in our home. Nancy is both reliable and flexible, and we always feel confident when we're away that our pets and house will be well taken care of. Highly...
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Emma F.
Scarborough, ME
$20-30/hr
Experience dog sitting and dog walking during school vacations. Comfortable with any breed and energy level.
Emma can also help with: Pet walking
I have plenty of experience with pets of all kinds!! I have been watching other peoples pets for 10 years. Love dog walking and staying healthy.
Laura can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Hello! My name is Isabella, I am a college student in the area. I work at the hospital as a CNA. I have 3 kitties and a doggo of my own and I love caring for animals. I am looking for a dog walking job or taking care of kitties in my area!
Isabella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I can provide dog sitting (at your home) or dog walking for you. For right now I am more comfortable with day time sitting instead of overnights, but I would be happy to make trips multiple times a day. I love dogs, I have three at home (ages 1, 4, and 14) and I absolutely love them. I have experience working with pets and I...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm happy to help out with whatever your pet needs! I am a teacher with the summer off so my schedule is very flexible. I'm happy to go to your house, or bring your pet to my place in Saco. I have a turtle but no furry friends at the moment, so it would be a bonus to snuggle with yours! I would like to be as active as possible...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Gabrielle M.
Portland, ME
$15-25/hr
I have been around animals all my life abs have been dog walking for a family friend. I'd love to help you and your animals!
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Anna S.
Scarborough, ME
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love dogs & cats! I have over 10+ years of experience with animals, especially dogs & cats as I have always had my own and taken care, dog sat, & walked others. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
Anna can also help with: Boarding, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Standish, ME
Karen H.
5.0
Karen is wonderful. My dog Ruby is a rescue with special needs. Karen is attentive, kind, experienced, and communicative. I had a concern about Ruby the day after we got back and I messaged Karen about it. Karen was extremely detailed in her response and helped me to figure out what was going on...
- Carly W.
Christina S.
5.0
Christina has taken care of our lab mix over several weekends while we have been out of town. She has both come to our house to feed/walk her and taken her to her home for the weekend. She is responsible and reliable and has helped us out at the last minute. Our dog loves her and gets super...
- Kate C.
Christina E.
5.0
Her love of children and animals is amazing. I wouldn't leave my fur baby with anyone else. I can leave and not worry all the time I`m gone. I highly recommend Christina!
- Sharon R.
Kelsey L.
5.0
Kelsey watched my two kids - ages 4 and 1.5 - while I was in town for a wedding. She was easy to communicate with leading up to our trip, punctual, and great with the kids. She did the night routine with them while we were at the wedding which is no easy task. Kids had a great time with her. Would...
- Courtney C.
Jada W.
4.0
I'm so grateful that Jada was able to help me out and take care of my 4 year old cat, and 3 month old kitten so I could see family over the holidays. Both of my cats took to her instantly which says a lot about her positive and calming energy! I left her very thorough instructions, and she even...
- Kerry H.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Standish, ME
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Standish, ME?
A local dog walker near you in Standish, ME will cost you an average of $23.00 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 Standish, ME?
Care.com has 4 dog walkers offering services in Standish, ME. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Standish 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 Standish to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Standish, ME 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 Standish, ME 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 Standish, ME?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Standish, ME, 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 Standish, ME?
On Care.com, there are currently 4 dog walkers near you in Standish, ME 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.