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Gail B.

Pet And Home

Dayton, OH

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I nightly stay with pets who had some special needs, feed, water, played with 3 little ones while keeping an eye on the home making sure all was in order. Provided special needs for senior dog who needed at times to be carried and had a slight hearing problem so one had to make sure he saw you and knew what you were wanting him...

Brian S. says "Gail has been been a great deal of help for my mother. She is committed to helping to the fullest and is very effective in her work."

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Kait H.'s Photo

Full/Part-Time Pet Provider

Dayton, OH

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
grooming
+ 1 more
I have cats, one bird, dogs, two ferrets, a crab and I've had/fostered rabbits, rats, snakes, fish, horses and many more from nursing babies to seniors - small to giant. I feel taking on the pet care of others is possibly the best job ever (even the nastiest of nasty parts). I understand that each animal is different in its own...

Ryan M. says "Kait watched my cat Leo while I was gone over the weekend. She even cleaned up my apartment for me without even being asked! Very professional and responds...

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Animal Sitter 40 Years Experience

Dayton, OH

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
I have been a pet owner for over 40 years. I have relocated from Oregon to Ohio. The list of pets I have cared for range from fish to parrots to parakeets, Guinea pigs, hamsters, cats and dogs. If I am able to assist you with your pet, It would be my pleasure. Available for short notice and short term assignments. I have had the...

Ivana H. says "Ms. Courtney was absolutely MARVELOUS with our Great Dane! Ms. Courtney taught our Dane to sing and how to take selfies, while she babysat him for a week!...

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Animal Lover With Years Of Experience!

Dayton, OH

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Lindsay, and I'd love the opportunity to care for your pets when you need an extra hand. Animals have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember-I currently share my home with a sweet Boston Terrier, two cats, a fancy mouse and even a gecko! I also grew up caring for chickens and goats, so I'm just as...

Siobhan T. says "Lindsay cared for my deaf. Great! Dane, a Newfoundland, and a Saint Bernard along with some cats. Communication was great, she seemed to genuinely want...

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Professional Nanny

Dayton, OH

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a single, middle-aged female with 17 years' experience facilitating families and their busy lives. I have worked with six families to raise 20 children in total. I am currently working full-time with a family but will become available when they move on or around June 10th, 2024. I am hoping to find a full-time permanent...

Meghan M. says "I have never felt better about leaving my dogs in someone else's care! Gail did incredible and genuinely made me feel like she cared about my pups. She...

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Hello:)

Dayton, OH

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi :)! I'm Chevelle and I am 21 years old. I am a passionate registered behavior technician- working with kiddos to help them learn new skills and reduce problematic behaviors. I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. With just moving out of my parents home in...

Ambyr H. says "She is really good with kids and animals I had her watch my 3 dogs for about 3 days and she did an amazing job. Definitely would hire her again!!"

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Pet Nanny, Loves All Animals

Dayton, OH

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
dog training
+ 1 more
I have had pets all my life. I love any kind of animal and have a passion for all living creatures. I enjoy walking, running, playing with dogs and have experience dog sitting for several large dogs at a time.
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Pets Are People Too!

Dayton, OH

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
I love animals! I have two dogs and they are my babies. I can walk, feed and spend time with them. Medications are no problem. I am a early retired special education teacher.
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Pet Owner And Lover

Dayton, OH

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a pet owner myself, so I know how important your little animal is to you! I will make sure to treat them with as much care as I would give my own dog, and I treat him as my own child haha. Please let me know if you have any preferences, and we can discuss personalizations to your pet requests. Looking forward to meeting...
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Pet-Sitter | Dog-Walker | Expert Belly Rubber & Ear-Scratcher

Dayton, OH

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
I grew up with 10 dogs and dozens of cats, so pets have always been a huge part of my life. I'm skilled in caring for multiple high-maintenance pets at once. I'm patient, adaptable, and calm. When I lost my sweet beagle Bella after 13 wonderful years, I had a heart full of puppy love but nowhere to put it. Every time I take...
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Victoria D.'s Photo

Pet Sitter

Dayton, OH

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I have always had animals since childhood and I love cats and dogs. My 18-year-old daughter is also interested in animal sitting. She is planning on going to vet school. We would be happy to tag team to take the best care of your pets!
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Part-time Pet Care

Dayton, OH

from
$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your home. I will feed and water your dog, play and take your dog for walks.
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Pets Are Furry Children

Dayton, OH

from
$18/hr
3 years experience
If you love your pets as much as he/she loves you, then you want to provide the highest quality care possible. This means, your pets hear there names, are spoken to, played with, taken on walks/runs, fed, hydrated, brushed, and games? If they have particular, parent-approved games they like to play, I'm on board.
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Pet Sitter

Dayton, OH

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
Experienced pet caregiver providing exceptional service to pets in their home. Visits include feeding, watering, clean up, playtime and grooming tailored towards the individual pets needs. Experienced with special needs pets and able to provide additional services such as medication or treatments.
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Caroline M.'s Photo

Pet/house Sitter, Dog Walker, Care For Elderly And Special Needs Pets Needing Meds, And More!

Dayton, OH

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Caroline and I love pets! I live in Centerville and am willing to travel. I've been working with animals for 20 years, including special needs and elderly pets. I'm competent and comfortable administering pet meds and shots, as needed. I know it can be a stressful time for pets when their humans are gone so I make...
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Kara B.'s Photo

Part Time Pet Caregiver Available

Dayton, OH

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I have house sat for families in the past, and I also cared for their pets while they were gone. I also care for pets when babysitting some families.
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Pet Sitter

Dayton, OH

from
$8/hr
I have two dogs: Bentley, a 15-year-old Morkie who weighs only 8 pounds, and a 5-year-old Pomsky who weighs 50 pounds. I'm very comfortable with dogs, and I have experience with cats as well.
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Experience Pet Sitting

Dayton, OH

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have experience dog sitting for family friends. I have also taken care of my brothers cat and bunny while they were away.
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House And Pet Sitter

Dayton, OH

from
$9/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have had been mama to two dogs and two cats. Most recently a beautiful Siberian husky. I got her as soon as she was weaned and had her for 2 years. She now lives a much better life with a brother husky dog and a farm. I am not ready to have a dog again but I am available to pet sit and dog walk and care for others' fur babies.
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Mckenna C.'s Photo

Pet Care

Dayton, OH

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have 3 fur babies of my own. Familiar with dog and cat care. Comfortable with transportation. Babysitting. Feeding. Walking. Cleaning. Looking for extra side money on my days off and thought this would be a great way to love on extra animals at the same time. I love animals of all kinds, I like them more than humans. And would...
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  • 156 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.25/hr as of February 2026

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Dayton, OH

Pet Care in Dayton, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 156 listed pet care

Gail B.

Gail has been been a great deal of help for my mother. She is committed to helping to the fullest and is very effective in her work.

- Brian S.

Kait H.

Kait watched my cat Leo while I was gone over the weekend. She even cleaned up my apartment for me without even being asked! Very...

- Ryan M.

Courtney J.

Ms. Courtney was absolutely MARVELOUS with our Great Dane! Ms. Courtney taught our Dane to sing and how to take selfies, while she babysat...

- Ivana H.

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Dayton, OH

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $13.25 per hour as of February 2026. 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.

There are 156 pet care providers in Dayton, OH 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 Dayton 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.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH 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.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH 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.

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 Dayton, OH, 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.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Dayton, OH, 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.

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