Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Ellendale, DE

Explore background-checked home pet sitting in Ellendale, DE and find loving care for your furry friend.

​
Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Hire Pet Sitters in Ellendale, DE

IllustrationSmallPetCare image
Heather W.'s Photo

Heather W.

Ellendale, DE

from
$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I am a single, non smoking female who loves animals. My full time job in healthcare allows me to have a lot of free time. I have been pet sitting for friends for many years. I specialize in overnight stays in your home to minimize any stress to your pets. My past clients used me because I adhere to your pets normal routine in...
See profile
Kaitlyn H.'s Photo

Part- Time Pet Sitter

Ellendale, DE

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I will provide animal sitting in your home. I transferred from Rowan College at Gloucester County as a science major to a college called the Vet Tech Institute. There, I have learned to trim nails, give dogs baths, and how to properly give meds to animals. I also finished a vet assistant program, and I was a groomers assistant...
See profile
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I previously worked in a pet shop that did most of its business on the weekends, I would come in through the week and feed all of the animals and put the puppies out in the yard for fresh air and exercise. I was also responsible for dog baths, cleaning the store, ordering supplies and sales through the week. I held this position...
See profile
Ashley M.'s Photo

Experienced Pet Sitter Available For In-Home/Overnight Care

Laurel, DE

from
$10/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been doing pet sitting for at least 8 years. I have taken care of dogs as large as Great Danes down to Dachshunds. I have watched cats and horses as well. I love all animals and care for them as if they were my own. I also love taking care of children and am CPR certified.
See profile
Bridgette M.'s Photo

About Me

Viola, DE

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
Hello! I have been animal sitting and dog walking for a few years now. I am willing to come house sit with your animals or bring them to my home. I love all animals and would love to meet yours!
See profile
Sarah K.'s Photo

Lewes, DE

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have owned many pets throughout my life. I have had several dogs all my life, and when I was younger I had cats and fish. I currently have a dog and lizards of my own. I have also worked with horses for nearly 10 years. I am available to provide pet sitting in your home, as needed. I can do feedings, walks, bath-time,...
See profile
Gabrielle B.'s Photo

Laurel, DE

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Gabrielle. I am 25 years old and have grown up with both cats and dogs my whole life. I have semi-professional experience cat and dog sitting for my family and friends through my high school and college years. I was responsible for walking my dogs at home growing up and would love to help your pets get their...
See profile
Rachel B.'s Photo

Part Time Pet Sitter.

Greenwood, DE

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have had over 3 years of experience pet sitting for family and friends. The animals I have watched range from the common house animals such as dogs and cats, to some farm animals including ducks, rabbits, and even pigs. I love all animals no matter the size and age. If needed I can also...
See profile
Jodi P.'s Photo

Animals Are Our Family!

Lewes, DE

from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am so excited to help take care of your family! I am a 4th grade teacher of 23 years and would love to spend some down time taking care of your fur babies. Our family has had three lovely dogs that we will treasure forever, including a German Shepherd that just passed away last October after 12 wonderful years. I would love to...
See profile
Jennifer F.'s Photo

Pet Care Provider And Child Care Sitter

Laurel, DE

from
$9/hr
Pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
Provide dog sitting in your own home, mine under certain circumstances. I have worked in an animal hospital for a period of time. No pet is too big or too small. Will provide other light duty tasks. I also have available to care for children. I am currently seeking my CPR license for safety. If you have any question feel free...
See profile
Michele F.'s Photo

The Dog's Walker

Magnolia, DE

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Michele. I am a bonded & insured pet sitter with Pet Care Insurance with over 25 years experience. I have sat for various pets through the years. I offer pet care, mail & package retrieval, plant care & the security of the home with looks of like no one is away. I am knowledgeable in medication administration,...
See profile
Cynthia B.'s Photo

Sweet Dog Lover

Millsboro, DE

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a late in life pet-lover, not being raised with a pet, I was never very comfortable around dogs. I am allergic to CATS and cannot be in a home with them. Back in 2009, with two older daughters leaving for college, my youngest became an only child. So Santa brought her 'Petey', our Yorkie Bishon pup who became the love of my...
See profile
Kaitlyn G.'s Photo

Lewes, DE

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home! I love animals as I grew up with dogs and cats, however, due to my small apartment and going back to school, I do not have a pet of my own at the moment. I have 2 years of dog/cat sitting experience on top of growing up with 2 Labrador retrievers, a cocker spaniel, German...
See profile
Gemma K.'s Photo

Rehoboth Beach, DE

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I will provide pet sitting in your home. i just love animals, i will make your pet feel loved and comfortable. i could also provide references.
See profile
Brenda A.'s Photo

Part-time Dog Sitter

Millsboro, DE

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I would be able to provide love and care to your pets in your home. I have 3 years of experience with watching animals for days and weeks. I love dogs of all sizes and shapes and ages. I can walk, feed, and brush your dog while caring for them.
See profile
Constance T.'s Photo

Pet Sitter

Rehoboth Beach, DE

from
$18/hr
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a lifelong dog and cat owner and lover of all animals. I currently have 3 dogs, and am comfortable and experienced walking/feeding/playing with any of your pets. I am happy to come to your home for whatever period of time you need help.
See profile
Carrie R.'s Photo

In-home Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Puppy & Senior Checks

Rehoboth Beach, DE

from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grooming
pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
+ 1 more
Are you looking for a reliable and experienced pet sitter? Hi, I'm Carrie, a long-time local resident of the beaches and passionate animal lover. With my pet sitting services, you can rest assured that your furry friends are in excellent hands. I understand the importance of maintaining your pets' routines and providing them...
See profile

Showing 1 - 17 of 17

  • 17 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.50/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Ellendale

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Ellendale, DE will cost an average of $11.50 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Ellendale, DE 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 2 in home pet sitters in Ellendale, DE, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Ellendale, DE 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.

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Ellendale, DE, 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.

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Ellendale, DE. 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.

Additional Home Pet Sitting Services