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I grew up in a house with many pets. Over the past years during the summers I have also taken care of cats and dogs in my neighorhood.
Hey there! I've had dogs all my life, and currently have one of my own, Sallie, who is 1 1/2 years old. Ideally I'd love to get out with the dogs and go on walks, rides, etc. but I can be available for anything you may need.
Caroline can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Linda B.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting and dog walking! I'm a dog trainer with excellent references and over 10 years of experience in the pet care industry. I love caring for all types of pets and I can also provide nail trimming on request!
Linda can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
Clara W.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I also take care of other pets to include cats and small critters. I have always loved dogs in particular. I have two dogs, a mini-schnauzer and a rescue lab/hound mix. I am a sophomore in college and grew up in Cape Elizabeth where I often worked as a babysitter and also as a pet sitter....
Clara can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Madison D.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Avid pet lover with experience with dogs, cats, and rabbits. Has own transportation and willing to provide car in your own home to keep your pet as comfortable and relaxed as possible.
I currently have a 1 1/2-year-old golden retriever, who I refer to as the dog whisperer. He gets along with all dogs. I have dog sat for family and friends over the years. I am allergic to cats so cannot stay in a house with them but happy to go tend to them if needed.
Catherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with caring for pets, mostly cats and dogs, overnight, as well as drop needs. I have on occasion, cared for smaller pets, such as fish, rodents, and small birds. I' m experienced with dogs of all sizes, extra small to extra large. My care includes, feeding, walking, bathing, and transporting animals to such...
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Christina has taken care of our lab mix over several weekends while we have been out of town. She has both come to our house to feed/walk her and taken her to her home for the weekend. She is responsible and reliable and has helped us out at the last minute. Our...
Kate C.
4.9
(15)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Animals really hold a special place in my heart. I have pet sat for families that I have worked for - this included staying at the home, providing care for sick animals, and caring for elderly animals. I have cared for dogs and cats which typically included feeding, walking, and lots of playing. I have also cared for...
Jada can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Jada has been my go-to pet sitter since moving to Portland. She takes wonderful care of my cat when I'm out of town. She's also always been great with communication. I would definitely recommend her to my pet owning friends!"
Olivia N.
Delaney P.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Fur Baby Caretaker Available To Give All Of The Love
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Delaney and I have a very large experience with pet-care. I have had animals in the house growing up as long as I can remember- we had multiple dogs, ferrets, fish, birds. Needless to say we had a busy household. I'm comfortable with all breeds of animals, and know techniques to train and encourage positive...
Delaney can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi from Nancy, Pet sitting because of course they need an animal lover while you are away. The more pets you have the better! Overnight, or weekly. Walks, grooming, bathing, games and mostly affection. Will transport pets to veterinarian or grooming appointments, give meds or shots and provide needed medical care as I'm a...
Nancy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Nancy is absolutely wonderful with all of our animals (dogs/cats); they love when she stays with them in our home. Nancy is both reliable and flexible, and we always feel confident when we're away that our pets and house will be well taken care of. Highly...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend."
James N.
5.0
(3)
Hi I am looking for a part time position, or for those who occasionally need someone to watch their kitty! I'm a student but during the summer I have a part time restaurant job and my schedule is much more free. I grew up with cats and have dealt w them for a long time. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting.
Josephine can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Josie is a very reliable, responsible person, hard working and caring. I would absolutely trust and recommend her!"
Jessica A.
Rachael N.
South Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have dog sat for a couple different families over the past couple years and I have always had a strong adoration for dogs!
Lori L.
South Portland, ME
$10-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lori and I love fur babies! I have one of my own and I know how important it is to have that calming feeling of knowing that your four legged family members are taken care of while your away.
Past work experience I worked for a boarding kennel out in Gorham for a year. I also trained for a brief time in dog grooming...
Lori can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"I highly recommend Lori for house and/or pet sitting. She is very good with our cat and taking care of the house when we are out of town. We will definitely be using her services again!"
Jaimee F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I can help your family in a variety of ways, including pet sitting/walking, child care and meal prep. I have a wide variety of experience and can provide excellent recommendations. I have reliable transportation, a clean driving record and a safe vehicle.
I work as a teacher and have summers off. Therefore, I am...
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"We hired Alexis for help during a recent vacation. She was on time, very nice and capable and trustworthy. Highly recommended."
Andrew K.
Bailey S.
Scarborough, ME
$12-22/hr
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live with my parents in their new, large, 4 bedroom house. It is safe and clean for cats. I have two friendly cats, one that is a year old and one that is 10 and they love playing with new friends. My younger siblings (high school and college) are doing remote learning at school and love playing with animals while they work...
Bailey can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...
Alexis can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!"
Amy A.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I will say up front, I don't have formal education or pet care training. I have a 3y. o. pup of my own and enjoy dogs and cats. I'm not very comfortable with reptiles and would not be the best fit for reptile care.
I am a licensed social worker by training and am trying to pay down educational loans while helping...
5.0
"Erin is a warm, loving, and responsive caregiver! She is in tune to developmental milestones and age appropriate play. When she is with our son, I know she is engaging and playing with him in a meaningful way. She follows our son’s schedule and mimics our parenting...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had pets in our home, dogs and cats. I have a flexible schedule that I'm looking to do some part-time pet care in your home.
I am a dog owner and dog lover. I am very responsible and respectful and extremely loving to all pets! I am doing my student teaching in Portland now to finish my degree in Art Education. I work with children of all ages and have great references. I have dog sat for my old boss for years now and have occasionally helped with...
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Christina S.
5.0
Christina has taken care of our lab mix over several weekends while we have been out of town. She has both come to our house to feed/walk her and taken her to her home for the weekend. She is responsible and reliable and has helped us out at the last minute. Our dog loves her and gets super...
- Kate C.
Jada W.
4.0
I'm so grateful that Jada was able to help me out and take care of my 4 year old cat, and 3 month old kitten so I could see family over the holidays. Both of my cats took to her instantly which says a lot about her positive and calming energy! I left her very thorough instructions, and she even...
- Kerry H.
Nancy P.
5.0
Nancy warmed up to our three dogs ages 14, 4, and 8 months right away. Her positive energy, her patience and ease with animals, and her excellent communications made our vacation easy and stress-free. She cared for our dogs and our home as if it were her own. We are very grateful to have found her!
- Molly O.
Kelsey L.
5.0
Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend.
- James N.
Josephine L.
5.0
Josie is a very reliable, responsible person, hard working and caring. I would absolutely trust and recommend her!
- Jessica A.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Cape Elizabeth, ME
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.17 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
There are 6 pet care providers in Cape Elizabeth, ME offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Cape Elizabeth or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Cape Elizabeth, ME such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Cape Elizabeth, ME for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Cape Elizabeth, ME such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Cape Elizabeth, ME for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Cape Elizabeth, ME, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Cape Elizabeth, ME, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.