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Aviva G.

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
I have 2 cats and 1 dog and understand the stress that comes with traveling or not being home all day. I am able to do dog walking/sitting, as well as check in on cats and other animals that do not require walking to make sure the have food, water, clean litter, etc.
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Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Hallie and I am a sophomore at the University of Florida. I have pet sit for about 3 years now. I have 2 dogs at home and my family have fostered puppies numerous times. I have experience pet sitting for dogs and cats. I would love to pet sit!
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Britanie K.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I took care of kids more than animals but I do have 2 dogs at home and a baby snake. I also do have 1 cat. I can animals sit I can walk the dogs as needed anything you need I will be willing to assist with. Thank you have a good day!
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Dog Or Cat Sitter

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I absolutely love any cat or dog. I have both back home. I always feed my neighborhood cats or pet dogs on the street. Once I am more financially stable I would love to have my own here in my apartment. I know how important it is to pets to get attention and have the right amount of playtime, walks or food and I would love to...
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Pet Setter, Pet Lover In Your Home.

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
I love just about all animals/pets. I probably had one of them in my life. I have had mostly dogs and cats. I had a bird for 19 years as well as long-term chickens. I've had fish and turtles (turtles mostly) in our indoor/screened in porch w/pond and fountain. Please know I honor our agreements. When I traveled, I always had a...
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Evening, Weekend, & Holiday Baby/Pet-Sitter

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Laurette, I am 17 years old and absolutely love children and animals. I have been providing child care services for a while now and have been taking care of kids almost my whole life. I have two younger sisters ages 4 and 10. I get along very well with kids and always find a way to have a good time through their...
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Loving And Reliable Pet Sitter Who Treats Your Furry Friends Like Family

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as kind, empathetic, patience and creative I like working with animals because I think they're clean and pure souls. Also, I think we need to learn about lot about animals, they're our maesters of life I'm looking for a job that be flexible and in which I feel comfortable, where good communication...
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Sina A.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
Hello! I am an experienced Pet Sitter with over +10 years. I also like to foster animals from Pet Rescue when I can. Personally, I currently have a large dog and a kitten as my own pets. I have reliable transportation and can either care for your pet at my home or your home. I am also a firm believer in having playtime with...
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Emily

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
Pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
I've grown up with animals all my life and have a black lab and two cats back home. I also have been a pet sitter for my neighbors in the past. I love being active and going outdoors and having a furry friend on my walks is always a plus! I am very well adapted to catering to each pet owners needs whether that's feeding...
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Pet Sitter

Gainesville, FL

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals and enjoy the company that they bring! For the past 2-3 years I have pet sat for a family in my hometown before I moved to Gainesville. They had 2 golden doodles who I cared for very often. I would bathe them, take them on walks, and keep them on a regular feeding schedule. I loved playing with them and keeping...
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Alexis S.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I go to the University of Florida and I am home for summer trying to make some extra cash! I have grown up with pets my whole life and also have experience pet sitting.
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Melanie O.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$16/hr
Grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am a 20-year-old student studying at the University of Florida. I am home for winter break, and am seeking dog sitting opportunities. I have experience in caring for both dogs and cats. I look forward to establishing positive relationships with you and your family!
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"Chewbarkers" Is The Name I Have Been Going By The Past 25 Years. I'll Be Updating My FB Page Soon.

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have had dogs and cats since I was 4 years old, and have been pet sitting and boarding for the past 25 years. I even had 4 goats for a couple of years, and will have them again in the near future. I have also cared for birds, snakes & fish. I am comfortable around horses and farm animals, and will farm feed with minimal...
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Tina B.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Tina. I have a dog at home I would love to help you with your fur babies. I'm available to walk or sit with your dogs If you could use my services, please reach out to me. Thank you.
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Hi! My Name Is Chelsey. I Am A 34 Year Old Hispanic-American Living In Gainesville.

Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I like working with animals because they are wise. As a student of East Asian medicine trained to notice the subtleties of flora and fauna, I've grown a huge appreciation for the creatures that accompany us during this life. I'm looking for a job that is an extended overnight stay looking to tend for and care for your...
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If You're Looking For A Dedicated Pet Sitter Let's Discuss How I Can Assist You!!

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm Hannah compassionate pet sitter in Florida with a strong background in healthcare. As a CPR-certified professional for both humans and pets, I am well-equipped to handle emergencies and provide immediate care. Having adopted and fostered several cats, and currently sharing my home with 2 dogs and 3 cats, I understand the...
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Pet Sitter

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi, I owned cats, birds dogs etc for years while my kids were growing up and I love animals. I am a responsible and trustworthy person to have in your home. Ibhave cared gor friends and family pets as well. Your pet would be in loving hands. Mary
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Pre-Vet Student Who Loves Animals

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Dog and cat sitting in your own home. I some veterinary clinic experience and am extremely comfortable with a variety of household pets. I am able to walk and bathe dogs as needed.
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Responsible Babysitter And Dog Sitter.

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Kennedy. I am 18 years old and I am a dual enrollment and high school student. I have 3 years of pet sitting experience. I love to play basketball and workout. I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment where kids can learn, play, and thrive. Whether it's reading bedtime stories, doing arts and...
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Active And Involved Pet Lover

Gainesville, FL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been a dog and cat sitter for around 4 years now and have done it consistently for the past 2! I am home from college for the next couple months and would love to bring my pet sitting experience here! I can't board pets at my own house since I have a dog here but I am very comfortable sitting overnight as well as popping...
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  • 28 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.96/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Gainesville

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Gainesville, FL will cost an average of $14.96 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 Gainesville, FL 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 24 in home pet sitters in Gainesville, FL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Gainesville, FL 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 Gainesville, FL, 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 Gainesville, FL. 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.

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