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60 dog sitters are listed in Gig Harbor, WA
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years
Dog sitters in Gig Harbor, WA
I am a stay at home mom with two kids in elementary school. We moved to Gig Harbor in 2016 after living in Northern Virginia for 15 years. I quit my job to be home with my kids. Now that they are both in school I would like to find some work part time helping out other families in the area. I am available 9-2, Monday-Friday. I...
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. Most comfortable with cats and most dogs!
Tiana can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I love any and all animals! I grew up with dogs, cats, pigs and bunnies and love to be around horses! I have plenty of experience with animals and would love to help you out with yours!
Alexa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I have grown up with dogs big (Leonbergers, Great Pyrenees) and small (Pomeranian) and my childhood dream job was to run a shelter for orphaned dogs. That may not be my dream anymore, but I do still love dogs just as much! Please let me walk your dog. :) I would get my own dog, but now is not the time for that. Besides...
Briellen can also help with: Pet walking
My name is Halley, I'm 28 years old, and I am looking for occasional pet sitting opportunities. I have over two years of experience as a veterinary assistant and am very comfortable with handling dogs of all different sizes and temperaments. If you are looking for someone to help out while you're out of town, or to pop in for a...
Halley can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a volunteer for the Tacoma Humane Society for several years and deeply enjoy loving furry creatures. I have fostered kittens, cats, and bunnies. My son and I have several clients within our neighborhood that we enjoy working with to dog walk and pet sit when they are out of town or at work. I have great references...
Kristina can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Your pets home away from home! I have five years of pet sitting, pet boarding, and pet walking experience. I have three small dogs (very friendly, nutured, and spayed). If you choose my dog boarding service, I live near many trails, Which is where I will be walking your dog! I am able to take care of all dogs varying in sizes. I...
Taylor can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi my name is Hannah and I have just recently graduated from Peninsula High School. I am looking for a part-time job before I leave for college on August 7th. I am available for both babysitting and pet care positions. I have a lot of experience working with kids from working in Chapel Hill Youth Ministries from June...
Hannah can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Frankey J.
Port Orchard, WA
$15-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part-Time Pet Sitter With Experience In Wildlife Hospitals And Shelter Medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a home that was often referred to as a small zoo. Over the course of my life, I have had pets ranging from various fish species, parakeets, to rabbits, to red-footed tortoises; rarely in my upbringing did our home not possess a dog, and at no point in my memory did we have any fewer than seven, yes you read that...
Frankey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
Frankie (Kelsey) has been my cat sitter for 4 years. She is wonderful, dependable, and kind. I am moving across the country this week. I wish I could bring her with me! When she isn't available her mom has also helped out with my two formerly feral cats. I'd...
Danielle F.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, dedicated, adaptable
I like working with animals because I have been around them my whole life and have found a deep love for them and all that they add to life
I'm looking for a job that helps people feel peace of mind trusting their pets to me
I started working with animals when I...
Amber can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi! My name is Madison and I'm looking to dog walk, pet sit, come in and check on your pets, or whatever it is you may need for them! I have had dogs and cats for my whole life so I'm very comfortable are them and I absolutely adore them!
Madison can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I worked for a family while they were on vacations with one dog and two cats as a live-in sitter. The dog was diabetic so I had to give him shots. I feed and walk the dog several times a day. I also cleaned the cats' litter box everyday. I worked there for a year and a half, about once every six months for a couple of days to up...
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello pet families! My name is Megan and before COVID - I co-ran my own pet sitting company. Unfortunately, it couldn't withstand the three years of everyone being at home, but I missed it so much I decided to try again.
I love all pets! I've worked with 5 lb dogs all the way up to 130lb dogs, cats, rabbits, hedgehogs, horses,...
Megan can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking & more
Hi,
I grew up on a ranch and I currently have 5 dogs, 1 cat, 10 ducks and 14 chickens. I have a lot of experience with aging pets and taking care of outdoor animals. I am a preschool teacher, and I am looking for part time work to supplement my current job.
Jean B.
Bremerton, WA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Part Time Child Care Provider; Pet Sitter; Transportation Provider When Needed
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For two years I lived in Katy, TX helping my daughter out.
While there, I did MUCH dog sitting and dog walking and also
overnight stays. Most of the animals were dogs, however I sat for one cat for weekends and also fed reptiles and fish.
I currently regularly cat sit for two cats for a lady who goes away for the weekend. We are...
Jean can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
Jean is Great ! Very dependable/friendly
Takes a lot of "Worry" off my plate while I'm out of town working hard ..... so my Cat can have a better life LOL!
Terry M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Dani, I have been doing in-home pet sitting for several years & have great references.
Please look at my reviews here on care. com
Some are for childcare & others are for pets. I will share their info - if needed.
I watch cats & dogs & have quite a few 'regulars'
Please IM & make an Appt , so I can meet you &...
Dani can also help with: Pet sitting
Recent reviews:
5.0
Dani did a great job taking care of our 2 dogs & home for a week. She records everything that happens each day. She sent us photos of our dogs while we were on vacation which we loved.
Debbie B.
5.0
(1)
I have grown up with dogs and cats and absolutely love all pets. I can provide in-home care for all dog and cat breeds as well as parakeets or fish. My past experiences include walking dogs and backyard entertainment as well as feeding while families are on vacation. I have missed my animals dearly so I would love the...
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner for 18 years with having 7 cats and 1 small dog. I'm very comfortable with all cats and dogs, all sizes and ages. I think of pets as family! I can also do babysitting for young toddlers and kids. I took care of my niece on my own for 5 months while my...
Claudet can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Giuliana J.
Tacoma, WA
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Responsible Housekeeper/Pet Sitter (Available All Weekdays)
5.0
(1)
I have experience housekeeping and baby sitting for toddlers and infants for 4 yrs through high school and occasionally in college.
I own a dog myself and am very comfortable taking care of pets. I am happy to care for animals and to take dogs for walks.
I have a 4 year college degree in engineering and recently moved to the...
Giuliana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
Recent review:
5.0
Giuliana is very reliable and responsible. She has a fun-loving attitude and is very hands on and passionate. Her kind personality makes it easy for anyone to warm up to her.
Katie T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ever since I can remember, I have always been around and loved animals. My mom was very influential in teaching me to love and care for them and how to read their body language. I started pet sitting when I was in high school, when our neighbors would go on vacation I would care for their pets. I have had many beloved pets...
Kirsten can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Gig Harbor, WA
Frankey J.
5.0
Frankie (Kelsey) has been my cat sitter for 4 years. She is wonderful, dependable, and kind. I am moving across the country this week. I wish I could bring her with me! When she isn't available her mom has also helped out with my two formerly feral cats. I'd trust her with anything and would hire...
- Danielle F.
Jean B.
5.0
Jean is Great ! Very dependable/friendly
Takes a lot of "Worry" off my plate while I'm out of town working hard ..... so my Cat can have a better life LOL!
- Terry M.
Dani F.
5.0
When my pet/house-sitter retired from this line of work, I had to find a replacement. I was looking for a cat/house sitter that would stay at my house during my absence. I have 2 older cats that need companionship, daily food and water, to be let in and out of the house, and litter cleaned. In...
- Joette J.
Giuliana J.
5.0
Giuliana is very reliable and responsible. She has a fun-loving attitude and is very hands on and passionate. Her kind personality makes it easy for anyone to warm up to her.
- Katie T.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Gig Harbor, WA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dog sitters near you in Gig Harbor, WA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Gig Harbor, WA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Gig Harbor, WA is $14.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Gig Harbor, WA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Gig Harbor, WA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Gig Harbor, WA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.