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Lindy Z.

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home and mine. I'm a pet sitter and walker with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love animals of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, check ins, boarding, and walking.

Care Member says "I've used Lindy to care for my pets for several years now. She treats my pets like her own. I like that my pets are cared for in a home rather than a...

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Amelia C.'s Photo

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I'm Amelia and am looking for families to help pet sit for! I have been house sitting for neighbors, family friends, and others for about 4 years now. I have always had a love for pets and hope to continue my pet sitting while home for the summer as well as when away at school in Florida. Thank you so much for considering...

Care Member says "Mia is the absolute best! I have complete peace of mind whenever she watches my furry crew: Blue, my dog, and my 3 cats. Mia treats them all with love...

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Lindsay M.'s Photo

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, my name is Lindsay. I'm a stay at home mom of a sweet baby boy, stepmom of 2 girlies, and fur mommy of 1 giant puppy, and 4 kitties. Prior to being a SAHM, I was a career nanny/house manager of 9 years. I have always loved animals and can easily connect with them even when they are typically shy around new people. I have...
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Angelica C.'s Photo

Caring, Serious And Affectionate With Pets

Lakeland, FL

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hello, I have over 5 years of experience caring for pets. I love working with animals and providing them with the love and attention they need when their owners are unable to be with them. I am trained to administer medication if necessary and I ensure each pet feels safe and comfortable in my care. I can offer walks, home...
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Aubrey F.'s Photo

Lakeland, FL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have grown up around animals, and I love them all so much! I have pet sit for many friends and family before, while they go on vacation or even just for a day if they have a long day at work. I have a dogs back home I take care of when I'm there, and I also have some experience with farm animals and livestock like horses,...
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Skyler H.'s Photo

Lakeland, FL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have strong skills in pet sitting, including feeding, walking, and providing attentive care to animals of all kinds. My deep love for animals drives me to treat every pet as if they were my own, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and loved. I have 5 years of experience anywhere from dog walking to watching cats or dogs in the...
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Loving & Reliable Dog Care!

Lakeland, FL

from
$12/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
I have always been a huge dog lover since I was a young girl, and started walking and dog-sitting at 12. I have two pups of my own, who I love very much. I understand the importance of making sure all dogs feel loved, and adequately cared for. Whether you need your dog to be walked or dog sat, while you are away I would be happy...
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Ash M.'s Photo

Lakeland, FL

from
$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Ash -- a reliable, caring, and animal-loving pet sitter who understands that pets are family. I have years of hands-on experience caring for cats and dogs of all ages, temperaments, and needs. Whether your pet is energetic and playful or shy and laid-back, I take the time to meet them where they are and make sure they...
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Shauna M.'s Photo

Lakeland, FL

from
$14/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
I love dogs, birds and some reptiles and I offer in home pet sitting as well as coming to you. I foster for a rescue so have been around dogs big and small. I've owned a few birds and bearded dragons as well.
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Lakeland, FL

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am new to pet care, as I've worked with children for over 10 years. I have always had my own animals and have worked with others dogs while I nannied. I'm available for dog walking, sitting or overnight animal care in your home. I have experience with some reptiles and rodents.
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Lakeland, FL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Hailey, and I've grown up caring for both a dog and a cat, which taught me how to handle different personalities, routines, and needs. I offer pet sitting, drop-in visits, and house sitting. I'm patient, gentle, and attentive, and I always follow your pet's schedule so they feel safe and comfortable while you're away. I...
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Heather B.'s Photo

Auburndale, FL

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals. We have 3 dogs and a cat at home. I walk and play with my dogs very day. I can sit for your cat or dog or do drop ins for feeding, walking , and playing.
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Erica K.'s Photo

Winter Haven, FL

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I will provide animal sitting in your own home and I am an experienced babysitter, who has had 3+ years of experience dog/cat sitting. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I am able to stay for overnights and provide any services you need to take care of your beloved animal while you are away.
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Danielle D.'s Photo

Need A Pet Sitter Or Dog Walker?

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting or dog walking services in your home. I have done dogsitting and catsitting for family and friends and have done dog walking. I love pets and enjoy playing and cuddling with them. I am a very caring, compassionate, and patient person. You can be certain I will take good care of your pet.

Care Member says "Danielle took great care of our cat when we were absent from home. She came for several hours each day. Our cat loves her, he recognizes her when she...

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Rachel D.'s Photo

Winter Haven, FL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I will provide dog sitting in your home (if wanted)! I grew up with animals all my life and I'm also accustomed to giving dogs meds / special accommodations.
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Amanda J.'s Photo

Winter Haven, FL

from
$14/hr
Pet sitting
I love animals and they love me. I have had animals my whole life, as a little girl I would bring anything I saw that was hurt into my home and my mother helped me care for them. I would love to sit your special furry family members!
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Kire P.'s Photo

I Have 4 Dogs Of My Own Back Home In Kentucky,

Winter Haven, FL

from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have tons of experience house sitting for people, and I have 4 dogs and 1 cat back home in Kentucky as well! I love animals and would love to take care of yours!
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Ashley M.'s Photo

Winter Haven, FL

from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Devoted to delivering exceptional care, I bring six years of experience to pet sitting and walking. My college education equipped me with a solid foundation for responsible pet care. I prioritize comfort and happiness, treating every animal as my own, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. I strictly adhere to...
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Natalie W.'s Photo

Polk City, FL

from
$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
Caring for your beloved companions is my passion. For the past two years, I have dedicated myself to providing exceptional pet care. I prioritize the comfort and happiness of every animal as if they were my own, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules and maintain a clean,...
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  • 22 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.67/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated home pet sitting is 5.0

Recent home pet sitting reviews from local parents in Lakeland, FL

Home Pet Sitting in Lakeland, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 22 listed home pet sitting

Lindy Z.

I've used Lindy to care for my pets for several years now. She treats my pets like her own. I like that my pets are cared for in a home...

- Care member

Amelia C.

Mia is the absolute best! I have complete peace of mind whenever she watches my furry crew: Blue, my dog, and my 3 cats. Mia treats them all...

- Care member

Danielle D.

Danielle took great care of our cat when we were absent from home. She came for several hours each day. Our cat loves her, he recognizes her...

- Care member

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Lakeland

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Lakeland, FL will cost an average of $15.67 per hour as of March 2026. 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 Lakeland, 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 12 in home pet sitters in Lakeland, FL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Lakeland, 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 Lakeland, 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 Lakeland, 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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