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60 pet care are listed in Derwood, MD
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 5 years
Pet care in Derwood, MD
Elizabeth V.
Kensington, MD
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter/House Sitter With Years of Experience And Excellent References
5.0
(2)
I cared for three cats in their Easton, MD home for nearly four years until their owner, K. moved to Texas. I had a key to her home and visited her cats daily when she was out of town. I also brought in the mail daily and sometimes shopped for cat food and other pet and household supplies. She was very happy with my services,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Elizabeth (Liz) joined us when my son was 3months old and cared for him full time for a year until he started daycare. We still do ask her for help sometimes on the weekends.
She has a caring personality that makes her a wonderful person to work with kids. As...
Preitha M.
Kathya E.
Gaithersburg, MD
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Kathya, I Love Pets, And I Would Love To Take Care Of Yours
5.0
(1)
I've always had a pet in my life, preferably dogs, but also had fish and birds. I mostly took care of my pets because they were my responsibility, so I treat them as my kids.
Kathya can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Kathya is super efficient in what she does! Always on top of her tasks and sometimes surprises me with how fast she accomplished it. She's flexible with hours if we need her longer and with tasks that might become bigger than expected. Always has a great attitude,...
Cristina B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm 28 years old, looking to earn extra money caring for animals. I have owned dogs and chinchillas throughout my life. I have cared for dogs and cats during the day and overnights. I watch my sister's dog while she's on vacation, as well as neighborhood and friend's animals.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Selene! I have lived on a farm my whole life and have a lot of experience with pets! I have cats, dogs, and horses of my own at home but have experience with caring for the pets of friends and family as well. I'd be happy to feed, water, walk, and sit your pet when you need :)
Selene can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Selene took excellent care of our horses, dogs, and cats while we were away! She was always on time and dependable. We never had to worry whether or not or fur babies were being cared for. She even prepped food for the animals before the next feeding time. Selene...
Deborah D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Throughout childhood and beyond, I've been raised with dogs, cats, fish and rabbits. I absolutely love animals. I have volunteered at various animal shelters and have worked at an animal kennel/animal hospital for three years. I have experience with handling dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes and temperaments. I also have...
Christine can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Topic was actually Errands. Christine was great; quick to respond, covered everything I needed and even navigated through a problem when what I wanted to buy wasn't available. Recommend 100%."
Gretchen F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have a small business and walk and take care of pets. I take some to my house, stay at your house or do daily walking. I know how much people love their animals because I have a dog and cat, and can't imagine my life without them. I love animals. I think they bring so much joy into our lives.
I will treat your pets like my...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine & more
5.0
(1)
I have an adorable Cockapoo of my own. I have experience walking dogs of the families I babysit for. I have pet-sat cats which included feeding/playing with the cats.
Nathaly can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I absolutely love animals and have been around dogs all of my life. I have five years of experience with overnight house sitting and pet sitting, as well as dog walking. I'm also happy to water plants, open and close blinds, and do other tasks around the house as needed for overnight stays.
I have taken care of dogs of all...
Jonathan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have done pet care for cats on care. com! I do have cat references!
I will take care your cat and send you pictures of when I visit!
Alicia can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Alicia is kind, caring and conscientious in everything she does. She has been taking excellent care of my cat when I’m in travel. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I provide cat and dog care including feeding, waste cleanup, walking, playing, etc. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I have owned and cared for various cats and dogs. Look forward to assisting with your pet care needs.
5.0
"Victor was employed by us to feed our koi (pond) while we were in transition of moving and new owners coming in. He was very good at following our obscure directions and kept well in touch alerting us to any issues. He was timely and very efficient and we recommend...
Sara F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience with caring for my cat. I can help with Pet Sitting and Grooming/Brushing. I love cats with every fiber of my being and will definitely love your cat! (:
Autumn can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Autumn is a true cat lover and took excellent care of our beloved cat for a week. I would have no problem using Autumn to cat sit again. Strongly recommend."
Irina M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I've been obssessed with pets, specifically dogs for as long as I can remember. Luckily, I was finally able to convince my mother to get me a dog in eighth grade. I love caring for, playing with, and bonding with both cats and dogs. I absolutely adore pets and would be extremely happy to care of yours, just like they're...
Blen can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I always had dogs and cats since my childhood. I love having many of them around, they are the joy of the house.
My dogs currently live in Brazil, so I would love to play and walk with your little friend.
Suely can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Megan M.
Bethesda, MD
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love all animals! I grew up loving and caring for all kinds of wonderful animals, including dogs, cats, chameleons, chickens, snakes, and more. I am available for to talk over what your furry or scaly friend may need!
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Megan is great taking care of our cats and our house while we are traveling. She comes by once a day, plays with the cats, checks food and water, cleans the liter boxes and brings in our mail. She is great and we intend to keep using her."
Michel B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had 10+ years experience with sitting and caring for my sister's and room mates animals. They have ranged from 3 dogs, a cat, rabbit, cockatoo bird and Koi fish. I have enjoyed doing it and treat them as if they were my own. I try and keep them in their normal routines. Part of their care was giving them their...
Kenneth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kenneth was kind, responsive, and went above and beyond while we were away. He even took our trash out for us! We loved getting pictures of the cats while we were gone, and were so happy to see they were going about their normal routine and not hiding from him. I...
Terri R.
Joyce L.
Silver Spring, MD
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I love animals, I have my own 1-and-a-half-year-old dog that I take for a walk, feed and take care of it with a lot of love. I am very friendly with other dogs and they with me, I can take them for a walk and feed them
Joyce can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I have 1 year of experience owning my own pup. I can help with Boarding and Pet Walking. My great pyrenees, Yuki, is a lovely pup and I would enjoy boarding, pet sitting or pet walking your pup! Yuki is very friendly and loves playing with other pups.
Stephanie can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I have lived with dogs my entire life. I have 3 girls at home whom I potty trained, taught to sit, stay, and up/stand. I also have a cat he's only 8 months and i've absolutely fallen in love with him, he's a bit spoiled. Lastly I have a bearded dragon, animals are my passion and have been my life long companions since I can...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Niaz S.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Babysitter Who Loves To Take Care Of Kids And Spend Time With Them Which Gives Me Joy.
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing, happy
I like working with kids because they give me posivr energy when I make them happy
In my spare time, I like to swim, listen to music , and dance
Pet Sitter
Hello pet lovers! I'm Erica, your friendly neighborhood dog lover and experienced pet care provider. I offer top-notch dog walking and boarding services to ensure your furry friends are in safe and loving hands.
Dog Walking:
Does your pup need a break and some exercise during the day? I'm here to help! I'll take your...
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Derwood, MD
Elizabeth V.
5.0
Elizabeth (Liz) joined us when my son was 3months old and cared for him full time for a year until he started daycare. We still do ask her for help sometimes on the weekends.
She has a caring personality that makes her a wonderful person to work with kids. As parents, this allows us as to be...
- Preitha M.
Kathya E.
5.0
Kathya is super efficient in what she does! Always on top of her tasks and sometimes surprises me with how fast she accomplished it. She's flexible with hours if we need her longer and with tasks that might become bigger than expected. Always has a great attitude, patient and willing to re-do things...
- Cristina B.
Selene B.
5.0
Selene took excellent care of our horses, dogs, and cats while we were away! She was always on time and dependable. We never had to worry whether or not or fur babies were being cared for. She even prepped food for the animals before the next feeding time. Selene performed a multiple of tasks at...
- Deborah D.
Christine G.
5.0
Topic was actually Errands. Christine was great; quick to respond, covered everything I needed and even navigated through a problem when what I wanted to buy wasn't available. Recommend 100%.
- Gretchen F.
Alicia R.
5.0
Alicia is kind, caring and conscientious in everything she does. She has been taking excellent care of my cat when I’m in travel.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Derwood, MD
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Derwood, MD?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.36 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 Derwood, MD?
There are 11 pet care providers in Derwood, MD 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 Derwood 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 Derwood, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Derwood, MD 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 Derwood, MD 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 Derwood, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Derwood, MD 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 Derwood, MD 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 Derwood, MD?
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 Derwood, MD, 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 Derwood, MD?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Derwood, MD, 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.