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Carol W.

Animal Lover Looking For Pet Sitting Opportunities

Independence, MO

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$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
administration of medicine
My pet care experience comes from being a "pet mom" to numerous species of animals during my entire life. This included cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, fish, lizards, frogs, a snake, and an iguana. I have somehow, ended up being a mom to several "special needs" animals (diabetic, deaf, blind, seizures, autoimmune disease, elderly,...
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I'm Looking For A Baby Sitting Job For Animals Daily Walks Or Any Last Minute Help...

Independence, MO

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$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I wanted to do this for a side job I never done this but I have 2 dogs myself small puppies but very sweet I am also very open to babysitting I work with children and have nieces and nephews I am looking forward to attending EMT school in September but still looking forward to helping families with fur babies and babysitting
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Animal Lover By Nature

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for many years through pet App and personal referrals. I am comfortable with just about every creature outside of spiders. I previously fostered for a rescue.
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I Absolutely Love All Animals And Very Outgoing And Accommodating. Just Let Me Know What I Can Do.

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
I'd describe my personality as very outgoing and creative and loving. I like working with animals because I've been around animals my whole life. I've grown up with dogs, cats, bearded dragons, lizards, hamsters, etc.
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Sandra L.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm new to Care. com but I have volunteered at animal shelters for the last 7 years. I have helped with all sizes and ages of dogs and cats. I have one 50 lb adopted dog and 3 cats. I love animals and am passionate about rescue work! I would love the chance to take care of your furry family too, either feeding, walking or...
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Dogs Are Family

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've grown up with dogs always in the house. They are life companions and family members to me. I have my own sweet boy who I could not live without. I have a natural gift with animals. For instance, a friend of mine has a Saint Bernard that does not really like human males but turns into a giant puppy when I come around. I'll...
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Independence, MO

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I have spent my entire life around pets and have three fur babies of my own. I grew up on a small farm in the PNW where we had chickens, ducks, turkeys, sheep, and a horse as well as a variety of pets including cats, lizards, Turtles, and rabbits. I'm comfortable with animals of all sizes and look forward to meeting...
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Part Time/ Full Time Availability

Independence, MO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
Ive had pets (dogs) all my life, and still do. I love animals, willing to help with yours.
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Jessica Y.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I have 3 fur babies at home, 1 corgi/aussie mix, 1 mini aussie and 1 ginger cat. I believe animals are part of the family and should be treated as such. I would love to help you take care of your animals.
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Tera B.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Hello! I am a big animal lover. I offer all day/night time services. I can walk, feed, and play with your furry family members and will enjoy every minute!
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Isabella W.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$19/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Living in downtown kc I go on walks daily I'd love to grab your pets and take them with me get them out and about for you! I love animals. I've pet sit for people since I was a young child. Birds, dogs, cats, snakes, rabbits and more. I'm looking for a job that allows me the freedom to complete school. While house/pet/child...
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Jennifer L.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Experienced animal lover. I've worked with dogs for 20 years and 10 years with horses. I can also care for children as I'm a mother also.
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I Am Available Saturdays After 4 PM And Available Sunday/Monday Anytime.

Independence, MO

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$8/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as calm quiet and joyful. I like working with animals because they have always been a big part of my life. I believe we can lean just as much from our animals as we do from our children. I started working with animals when I was about 6 years old. We started rescuing stays or hurt animals to get...
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Kelli

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I noticed we only live about 1 mi apart. I would be interested in helping you out. I have owned a lot dogs throughout the years but I've never actually taken a job per se. I am a retired registered nurse. Thank you for your consideration. Kelly
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Kelsey C.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$13/hr
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I love hanging out with animals, they can be so loving and all they really want is attention! Just like anything else when I care for your animal I will as if it's my own!
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Sarah E.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
administration of medicine
Hi! I'm Sarah, a lifelong animal lover with over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of pets, including fish, small mammals, dogs, cats, and livestock. I currently work at a veterinary hospital and am in the process of applying to veterinary school. I'm comfortable administering injections, oral medications, ear and...
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Shannon D.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Although I have never been paid to attend to pets, I have three fur babies of my own. I have a Chihuahua, Boston terrier and Frenchie.
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Traci L.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$8/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
I'd love to walk your baby! I have two dogs of my own a female husky and a lab/retriever mix plus have been pet sitting for 3 dogs and a cat for the last 4 years since I retired. I'm adding dog walking for the right fur friend!
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Stephanie G.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Stephanie. I have had 14 years of experience taking care of pets through a vetinary hospital and kennels on the weekends. I walk them, feed them, and interact with them. Same with cats, but don't walk cats. I love taking care of kids and animals. Gives me such a joy in life. I love taking dogs for walks.
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Taylor G.'s Photo

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
hi! i'm a very reliable, patient, and creative person with very little paid experience with animals, but a very large amount of experience with caring for animals. I had all kinds of pets growing up and truly love animals. Im great with all animals, experience with little/large dog sitting and cat sitting.
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.42/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Independence, MO

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $13.42 per hour as of December 2025. 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 38 pet care providers in Independence, MO 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 Independence 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 Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO, 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 Independence, MO, 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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