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An avid animal-lover with pets of my own, plus years of experience in volunteer work at animal rescues as well as pet sitting. I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I also provide walking, outdoor playtime, and baths if requested. I am an elementary teacher, so I pet-sit seasonally with my summer breaks. Please reach...
Haley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have had over 17 years of experience on watching dogs and cats. I have had many different breeds to golden doodles, labs pit bulls and etc. I love dogs to much that I have some of my own. My duties are to clean up after them and take them for walks and also make sure that they are fed. I...
Saxon can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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"Saxon cleans my home every week and helps with organization as well. She is punctual."
Elizabeth G.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced pet sitter who has previously dog sat in home for a family for weeks at a time. I have my own family dogs and love all doggos. I am experienced in other animal care as well, from birds/fish/horses onward. Trustworthy and reliable to ensure your pets are cared for and loved on while you're away.
Cheyenne M.
Chesterton, IN
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide pet care in your own home. I have years of experience dealing with a variety of animals, including cats and dogs, birds, rabbits, small pets (hamsters, etc), hermit crabs and fish. I have a small amount of experience with large animals, such as horses, but I am a very quick learner and could become very good at caring...
Cheyenne can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming
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I have 1 dog and 1 cat. I have experience in walking dogs as well as taking care of them in your home, or mine is fine.
Kerry can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine
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I have provide dog sitting in the past in client's homes. I am willing to take pets to the vet, groomer and walks. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have great references. I have two very spoiled dogs at home a lab and sheepadoodle. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Jill can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming
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"Integrity" would best describe me in one word, and "Compassion" would be the second word. I have lived and raised my children in Homewood for 25 years. I have been a caregiver to children, seniors and our beloved pets, for 20 years. I am able to give your pets loving care as you would, yourself. I can put you at ease after...
Catherine can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine & more
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"I was new to the area and needed a pet sitter/dog walker in a pinch. Cathy responded to my request promptly and professionally. Due to other obligations, she was only able to fulfill my need temporarily, but she took it upon herself to help me find a permanent...
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Mary S.
Michigan City, IN
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Mary can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I currently have 3 cats and 1 dog. I have had animals all my life growing up. I also have some basic understanding of how to care for fish and rabbits. I enjoy animals and feel like I am a good caregiver for my fur babies at home. My dog is a cattle dog and so I understand that some breeds may have extra needs when it comes to...
Melissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Haily C.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I have pet sat in the past for a family with 3 cats who claimed "everything looked good," when they returned. I love dogs and would treat them as my own.
I just graduated from University of North Carolina Wilmington with a degree in Studio Art and Psychology. I love all animals! I have experience caring for animals, from cats, to dogs, to chickens! I grew up on a farm, and have cared for my own cats and dogs along the way. Besides my own animals, I have dog sat for my friends and...
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi my name is Brooke! I am currently a college student studying Psychology. I am not only people friendly but pet friendly and trustworthy as well! I have two lovable and energetic dogs of my own at home so I am very familiar with the proper care animals need. I am able to assist with Pet Transportation, Pet Sitting, and Pet...
Brooke can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Melissa K.
Crown Point, IN
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi. I'm Melissa. I provide pet sitting in your home. I have owned dogs and cats my entire life and have experience handling them. I will walk, feed and clean up after your pet and stay with them if needed to provide the attention they need.
Melissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. Your pets and I will get along well, just let me know the details.
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello I am Abby!
I am a stay at home mom with two kiddos. My 5-year-old just started school and have a newborn. I have two cats named Daisy and Jet, a bunny, and a large dog Riley. My son loves animals just as much as me and loves to comes with me to dog sit, walk, feed, play with all your animals or have your animals come to...
Abigail can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I CANNNOT board any animals in my home and will not accept any requests that involve my home.
I am new to this. I am 22 years old, and in my final year of college.
I have grown up with dogs and cats all my life. I am open to caring for other animals, but would have to be shown their specific care instructions and I cannot say...
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I am a dog lover and great with them. I have 4 dogs at my family home (shih tzus, bulldog, & pit bull) so I am well acquainted with many types of dogs. I have a crested gecko and two guinea pigs as well! While I have not had paid experience with pet sitting, I am sure I could be a great asset to you and your pets life .
Marissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Eniola D.
Hammond, IN
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have a dog of my own and I really care about animals and dedicated to their care, I offer a personal touch that goes beyond just pet sitting. I understand the quirks and charms that make your pets unique and cherish the time I spend with each one. Rest assured, I'll treat your furry family as if they were my own, with all the...
Eniola can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, grooming
Audrey S.
Crown Point, IN
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Audrey and I am 20 years old. I provide dog and sitting in your own home. I have cared for animals while in high school and continue to do so while in college. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. If you have other animals you would like watched, contact me and we can...
Audrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Izabel A.
Highland, IN
$8-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Fun, Calm, Outgoing
I like working with animals because animal are my life, and I want the best for them when it comes to watching them making sure they feel loved and feel attention.
I'm looking for a job that is pet sitting
I started working with animals my whole life. I have two dogs at...
Izabel can also help with: Pet sitting
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In 2024, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Portage, IN?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Portage, IN will cost an average of $8.00 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 Portage, IN?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Portage, IN 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 1 in home pet sitters in Portage, IN, 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 Portage, IN?
In home pet sitters in Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Portage, IN, 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 Portage, IN?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Portage, IN. 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.