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131 home pet sitting are listed in Austin, TX
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Austin, TX
Emily E.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
An Experienced Dog And Cat Lover Looking For In Home Pet Care. I Am Very Flexible With Availability!
5.0
(2)
I currently have a Yorkie-Poodle and a miniature Schnauzer and I used to have a pit bull mix. I have done multiple years of dog & cat sitting. I also currently have a cat and 2 Dumbo rats. I love spending time with animals, it is my favorite thing to do! I am very flexible when it comes to working and am willing to work up to 25...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Ever since the age of 11 I've been an animal lover, owner and enthusiast. I've owned and/or babysat hedgehogs, hamsters, parakeets, cats, dogs, bears (just kidding) and more! I currently only pet sit (and occasionally foster pets from APA) so 100 percent of my time is devoted to taking care of your baby. My place includes loads...
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Boarding and Pet Sitting. All dogs are friends. I have owned, lived with, and cared for dogs and cats my whole life. We always have a good time together. We can go on walks, sit on the couch, or just play in the backyard. I have taken care of my dogs since puppyhood, and through the...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Amanda has been taking care of our pups for years! She always sends tons of updates and pays attention to all the details. The pups always have such a great time at Amanda's house! I would definitely use Amanda again!"
Miranda H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I owned dogs since I was born, I owned total of six dogs growing up. I also have owned cats too! As you can see I am experienced with any breed dogs, cats and would have the knowledge to take care of your dogs and set safety for them. Your dog under my care would be having fun, having 2-4 hours potty breaks, following the food...
Camilla can also help with: Pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Camilla is absolutely amazing. She is extremely punctual, polite, caring, and attentive. She is extremely reliable. She loved and cared for dogs like no other. Sent updates to me each day for each of our dogs. We have hired her multiple times and always feel...
Debbra S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
International house and pet sitter. Semi retired professional with decades of sitting experience. I rarely do boarding at my home or daily check ins. I do almost exclusively overnight sitting in the pet owner's home. I take care of animals of all kinds, but specialize in cats. I'm happy to meet ahead of time to see if we are a...
Wendy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Wendy is wonderful. She treats your home and animals is if they're her own. Will be hiring her again!"
Lisa H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I can provide pet sitting in your own home, as well as dog walking! I have had dogs, cats, and horses all my life, and have also owned some fun little critters like rabbits and hamsters! I have my own transportation, and lots of hours, and can even stay overnight if you're going to be out of town! I will always take great...
Emma can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Emma is calm and quiet which made it super easy to introduce my anxious pooch to her. My dachshund is a puppy mill raid survivor and has a very difficult time meeting/trusting new people. Emma's soft and loving demeanor won over Sparky pretty immediately - a very...
Erin C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for various pets over my lifetime, along with the two cats I currently own. I often pet-sit for the families that I nanny for as well as a few friends. My care primarily consists of feedings, walks, play time, litter/waste removal, cleanliness of pet, or home (i.e., pick up if they make a mess), medication (pills...
Carmen can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Carmen dog sat for our active lab over the holidays and was amazing and very dependable. Our dog had a foot injury and she was great about bringing him to the vet while we were gone and giving him his meds. She really went above and beyond. Would recommend her to...
Linda L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently have an adult cat who I feed and care for daily. I have also cared for her 2 litters of kittens and bottle fed them. I've adopted a yellow labrador and had him for 3 years before my sister took him in when I went to college. I am vegan, so I care deeply about animals, their needs, showing them compassion, and...
Elvia can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Elvia nannied for my son for the entire school year and did a wonderful job. She's very reliable and punctual, great at communication, and is very patient and loving towards kids. And as a bonus, she is bilingual Spanish and English! We would definitely recommend...
Jessica Z.
Jordan B.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have experience fostering animals so I have cared for a number of different dog breeds including, pit bull, boxer, springer spaniel, dachshund, etc. I am very comfortable with both cats and dogs of all size and bread. I love playing, going for walks, and am comfortable giving baths.
Jordan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 68-year-old, retired teacher that has raised four sons. I have had cats and dogs that were family members throughout their entire precious lives. I have been pet and house sitting for 15 years. I can also care for your home while you are away, taking in mail, watering plants etc. for the same price. I do not do boarding in...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"She was really friendly and my dog loved her. Also left the house nice and clean for us to come home too"
Krista M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have cared for many different types of pets in the past including dogs, cats, hermit crabs, spiders, guinea pigs, gerbils and hamsters. I am open to just about anything! I am fascinated by animals of all sizes and would love to assist you in caring for your fur-baby (or scaly/feathered...
Makayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I would love to care for your dogs and cats. I can provide dog sitting in my home or in your home. I have years of experience caring for my neighbors' pets, and they would provide references upon request. My cat Ms. Sweetie Pie lived for 14 years and I miss her dearly. Although I am not ready for a new pet yet; I would...
Marianela can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
4.0
"We hired Marianella to look after our pets while we traveled. She did everything we asked, followed up with us daily sending texts and pictures. We were very happy with her work and would hire her again!"
Barton B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring while on vacation or on a trip
Can have 1 -2 dogs at home - small or medium
Well trained (I have a little yorkshire). 50 day or night.
Can sit at your home 60 usd day.
Walking 4:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. (M-T-W-T-F) and all day saturday and Friday
Nathalie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Nathalie took our little Bruno home to soend the night with her for the weekend while we were out for a date weekend. She has another little dog, Luna, and she took too much care of our doggie. We will consider her again for sure."
Marc M.
Brandon B.
Austin, TX
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter Wanting To Chill With Your Furry Family.
5.0
(2)
Hi, im Brandy. I'm 46. I've been pet sitting for 2 years. I have experience giving meds, feeding raw, walks, play dates, and in home sitting.
My whole goal is to make your pets as comfortable as possible in their home with their routines while you can't be with them.
Brandon can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Brandy sat for my cat Darla last week. No other pet sitter has ever seen Darla during their sit. By the second a day Darla was hanging out on the couch watching TV with Brandy. First time a sitter has ever sent me a picture of my cat. I honestly can't wait to book...
Sara R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live in Austin, I'm 33 years old, graduated from TCU and speak 5 languages. I have over 7 years of paid experience being a caregiver (2015 to 2023). I love pets.
I work from home in the financial service industry, 9am-2pm, and love to babysit in my spare time.
Marlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She was great! And my kids love her!"
Jessica J.
Christopher P.
Austin, TX
$10/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Full Time Pet Sitter With Fenced Yard. Your Pet's Well-being Is My Top Priority!
5.0
(3)
Hi! I'm Chris. I'm originally from Massachusetts, and moved down to Austin in 2015. My wife and I now live with our two small dogs and two cats.
I grew up with animals and have taken care of pets all my life. My wife and I have also taken care of/fostered many dogs ranging from 6-week-old puppies to senior dogs, as well as...
Christopher can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Chris has been awesome to work with! He has taken care all three of my dogs over the last 7 years. They’ve all loved him and are well taken care of. They come home tired and happy, maybe slightly spoiled. He creates a safe environment for the pups and kittens he...
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I provide animal sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I can feed, let out to the bathroom, give medicine, play with, and take your animals on walks.
Jordan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, Im intrested in Dog sitting or walking your pet. I have a fenced yard and love animals. I have a smoke free home. Bo other pets in my home.
Cristina can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, boarding
Kelsey P.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Trustworthy Animal Lover Looking For Pet Sitting Jobs!
DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT offer boarding in my home. I only offer pet/housesitting.
I have owned different animals my entire life, from cats and dogs to snakes and tarantulas. I love all animals and my lifelong dream is to care for them. I worked as a lead at Petsmart for 2 years in the mid 2000s. I have pet sit for friends and...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have two lively labs at home in houston (recent college grad moving to Austin so they're family dogs). I grew up with labs and cats but can feed fish and small mammals if needed. Looking to pet sit and house sit.
Abbie-louise can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Austin, TX
Amanda P.
5.0
Amanda has been taking care of our pups for years! She always sends tons of updates and pays attention to all the details. The pups always have such a great time at Amanda's house! I would definitely use Amanda again!
- Miranda H.
Camilla C.
5.0
Camilla is absolutely amazing. She is extremely punctual, polite, caring, and attentive. She is extremely reliable. She loved and cared for dogs like no other. Sent updates to me each day for each of our dogs. We have hired her multiple times and always feel very comforted by knowing she is...
- Debbra S.
Wendy P.
5.0
Wendy is wonderful. She treats your home and animals is if they're her own. Will be hiring her again!
- Lisa H.
Emma M.
5.0
Emma is calm and quiet which made it super easy to introduce my anxious pooch to her. My dachshund is a puppy mill raid survivor and has a very difficult time meeting/trusting new people. Emma's soft and loving demeanor won over Sparky pretty immediately - a very rare occurrence for my pooch. He...
- Erin C.
Carmen W.
5.0
Carmen dog sat for our active lab over the holidays and was amazing and very dependable. Our dog had a foot injury and she was great about bringing him to the vet while we were gone and giving him his meds. She really went above and beyond. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a dog sitter.
- Linda L.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Austin
In 2024, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Austin, TX?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Austin, TX will cost an average of $14.09 per hour as of May 2024. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Austin, TX?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Austin, TX on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 131 in home pet sitters in Austin, TX, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Austin, TX?
In home pet sitters in Austin, TX can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Austin, TX?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Austin, TX, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Austin, TX?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Austin, TX. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.
Ratings for Austin, TX home pet sitting listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Home Pet Sitting in Austin, TX are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 131 listed home pet sitting.