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Hi, I am 30yrs old I am an animal lover with a huge heart and tons of experience with animals, as I used to live on a far for a few years and have a frog and bunny od my own. I have animal sat for all sorts of animals including: dogs, cats, fish, bunnies, snakes, turtles, tortoises, Guinea pigs, hamsters, goats, chickens,...
Valerie can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Taylor T.
Highland, MD
$10-25/hr
I am definitely an animal lover, especially dogs! I have grown up with and caring for dogs for most of my life, and now own an almost 2-year-old, 60 pound mixed breed ball of fun! I'm also comfortable with cats and other furry friends. I am open to overnights, walking and feedings and administering medicine.
Taylor can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I grew up on a farm with various dogs and cats around me. I absolutely love them and have tagged along with my sister when she would house-sit for families with pets. I also watched a friend's dog for 3 months while they were recovering from surgery last year. I'm quite happy to watch any cat or dog of any size or breed as long...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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: Pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, daily feeding, 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
(1)
I would like to care for your pets because I love animals. All my life, I've owned dogs. Right now, I own a 5-year-old Husky/German Shepherd named Bella.
Consuelo can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She's a responsible person and extremely reliable.
She has a lot of experience with children and has helped me take care of my own. She's patient and knows her emergency contacts well. She will suit any parent's interests being a mother herself."
Goyi H.
5.0
(1)
Owner or knowledge of Labrador Retrievers, chickens, ducks, parakeets, finches, hermit crabs; part time and periodical caregiver of family, friends and neighbors' dogs and cats (vacation).
Comfortable with dog walking/play, feeding, bathing, light grooming, yard pet waste clean-up, cat litter box clean-up. Can transport your...
Kelly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Friendly and respectful. Offers to do what I need to have done around the house while I've been recovering from surgery."
Dana G.
Teresa B.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a lover of all animals. I have owned several dogs, 2 birds, hermit crabs, fish and walking sticks as pets. I have been a pet sitter for my friend's dog, my co worker's dog, my aunt's cats, my grandmothers bird and my neighbor's turtle.
Teresa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"We are so happy to have Teresa boarding for our pet. We are lucky to hire her in the last minute. I will definitely recommend her if you need a pet sitter or boarding she is great!!!"
Care member
Glorimar M.
Gaithersburg, MD
$13-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working as a pet sitter for more than 4 years I do walks and sitting also feed them it's it need it , I personal own a German shepherd and a chihuahua. I'm a pet lover . Please feel free to contact me I can provide my references .
Glorimar can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I'm not intimidated with any type/size dog .. I have fostered for MACSPRO... can teach minimal training ..
I have house sat for dogs ... both my home and there's
Donna can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Very detailed orientated and hard working. Very reliable and my dogs love her....highly recommend!"
Janet M.
Lia V.
Gaithersburg, MD
$15-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have a beautiful chihuahua named Chloe. Therefore, I understand the commitment of having a pet and how much care and attention our pets need.
Lia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Elida was great at taking care of my dogs and was going to take care of my son when he got back this fall. Does a great job of communicating and is very concerned about doing the job well. Will be a great part of your team if you're looking to hire her. Sad to...
Jeff S.
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 responded quickly to a short-notice cat-sitting request when I had an urgent family situation out-of-town. I interviewed several sitters via Zoom and selected Alicia for the 18-day job. Alicia is very upbeat and it was not long before my shy cat greeted her...
Monica S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In my main job, my clients ask me to take care of their pets, so I decided to make it my part-time job. I have experience and I love animals! I have two cats, and I know how good it feels to have someone reliable to take care of them when we're out.
5.0
"Denise has always does a great job for us, both with pet-sitting our cat and cleaning our house. She is a great housekeeper and does a very thorough job. Our cat usually hides when visitors come to the house, but she always comes out to see Denise when she comes...
Cecilia Z.
5.0
(1)
I provide bird care in your home. Am a bird lover, that provide all kinds of care, for any kind of birds in or outside your home.
Terri S.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have had pets my entire life. I have trained five of my own dogs through local dog training organizations that focus on positive reinforcement, owner education and developing an understanding of animal behavior. I will support and reinforce your training efforts. In addition, my family has volunteered with Fidos for Freedom...
Terri can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, dog training, daily feeding & more
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved pets, from birds to snakes. Ever since I was young my mom told me having a pet was a great responsibility, and it was. I had several dogs, cats, birds and I was responsible for their food, water and their potty time. I would pet-sit on weekdays and weekends. The cat's name was Tony and the dog's name was...
Jeasennette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding
4.0
(2)
Thank you for taking the time to read about my services that I cannot only offer to you, but your loving companion as well!
I have always been an avid animal lover. I have owned guinea pigs, hamsters, dogs, cats, frogs, turtles, toads and rabbits. As a child, I wanted to become a veterinarian, so my father purchased me...
Talia can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Abigail L.
Columbia, MD
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone! My name is Abby and I have been surrounded by pets my whole life! I have had dogs, cats, birds, guinea pigs, hamsters, saltwater and freshwater fish of my own and have experience caring for these animals. I have worked as a veterinary technician in general practice, specialty practice and emergency medicine and am...
Abigail can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Ken has been taking care of my cat for over 2 years now. He is very nice and a professional. My cat truly does not trust anyone, but he trust Ken almost immediately and loves him. Since Ken has taken care of my cat, I have never felt concern about traveling since I...
Carla P.
5.0
(1)
My family has always been huge dog lovers so I have grown up having dogs and cats my whole life. They need love, attention, exercise and lots of TLC! And I am excited to help care for yours! I enjoy doing something I love during my free time and will always care for your pets as they were my own. Friendly and energetic mom of 3...
Kalle can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Our Boxer has separation anxiety while we are gone and has significant weight loss from refusing to eat. Traditional boarding facilities have tried wet food to get him to stay healthy, but have never been successful. As a result we have always been anxious to be...
David B.
Ashley R.
Silver Spring, MD
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love pets! I have a year of professional experience with pets and cats! I also know how to administer insulin and give pets pills. I'm also good with external use ointments! I'm good with food preparation, specific and scaled amounts. I love playing with them and having a good moment with them. I'm very patient too with dogs...
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"A little update on my experience with Ashley. We live far away from her and it was confusing for her to get here, even though she was new in this area she managed to learned her way to our house everyday and she's always on time or comes even before her starting...
Ismael A.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Highland, MD
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.
Consuelo V.
5.0
She's a responsible person and extremely reliable.
She has a lot of experience with children and has helped me take care of my own. She's patient and knows her emergency contacts well. She will suit any parent's interests being a mother herself.
- Goyi H.
Kelly M.
5.0
Friendly and respectful. Offers to do what I need to have done around the house while I've been recovering from surgery.
- Dana G.
Teresa B.
5.0
We are so happy to have Teresa boarding for our pet. We are lucky to hire her in the last minute. I will definitely recommend her if you need a pet sitter or boarding she is great!!!
- Care member
Donna H.
5.0
Very detailed orientated and hard working. Very reliable and my dogs love her....highly recommend!
- Janet M.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Highland, MD
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Highland, MD?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.00 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 Highland, MD?
There are 3 pet care providers in Highland, 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 Highland 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 Highland, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Highland, 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 Highland, 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 Highland, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Highland, 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 Highland, 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 Highland, 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 Highland, 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 Highland, MD?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Highland, 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.