Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Kensington, MD
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60 pet care are listed in Kensington, MD
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Kensington, MD
Kristin H.
Washington, DC
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have a son who is a freshman & an English bulldog who is 2 years old whom I both adore :) I've had pets my entire life including turtles, dogs, cats, birds, hermit crabs, beta fish. I am open to boarding , walking and sitting. I currently run my own small business which gives me flexibility with my schedule. I live in NE...
Kristin can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I traveled heavily this year over the summer months for work. Kristin did such an amazing job house sitting and watching over my 11yr old godson, who for the most part can care for himself during my hours of work. I am his guardian over the summer months and needed...
Care member
Julianna J.
College Park, MD
$18-23/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is juls and I am a huge animal lover. I have had pets all my life that I have taken care of. I occasionally animal sit and am trying to get more experience in doing so! I own three cats of my own :)
Julianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Julianna is great!! She has been taking care of our pets for quite awhile now and they love her!! Plus she is a sweetheart:) "
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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
"She is trustworthy, passionate on what she does, creative. She is someone who can trust."
Denise M.
5.0
(1)
Since I was little, I was always surrounded by animals. I used to live in Bolivia which is basically like a jungle, I fell in love with the different type of animals that lived there. I have my own dog right now and she the most happiest dog ever. Every morning she waits for me to say "hi" to her and if I don't say hi, she will...
Editha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(5)
I have been a dog walker and sitter on the dog app and currently have a 5 star rating. I love all animals and love walking dogs! I have also been babysitting my entire life for babies and children of all ages.
Kirby can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Kirby is professional and proactive. She has a positive attitude and friendly disposition. Kirby gets engaged and provides a high level of focus on her work. I would highly recommend hiring Kirby."
Harrison S.
5.0
(1)
I've always been in love with animals. I grew up surrounded by them and I can not live without them. I'm careful, patient, and very loving with animals. I love to play and spend time giving them affection! It will be an excellent experience! I want to learn more about each pet and further improve on each one's care. I will love...
Loryne can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Loryne is a very friendly and kind person. She is hard working and reliable. I would recommend her to any person needing care services."
Heloiza S.
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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
14 years of experience
grooming (bathing, trimming nails, brushing, if you have a brush or I can bring my own) and cleaning out the tank or cages, instructions on to give medication if provided, feeding, regular walks and play time/exercise
Shauna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I would recommend hiring her again. Took great care of my cat she's very skittish but she warm up to her."
Care member
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!!!"
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Beverly H.
Washington, DC
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Pet And House Sitter, Life-long Animal Lover
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up with cats and dogs in my family, and have been avid animal lover from a young age. During college I pet/house sat for my advisor and his two dogs and friendly cat. I currently live in a home with two cats, whom I adore. Happy to provide references upon request!
Beverly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Nino J.
Arlington, VA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello My Friends. My Name Is Nino And I Would Love To Take Care Of Your Dog.
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Day Care and Pet Walking. I personally have two dogs. They are blue nose pit bulls and I love them the most, so I make sure I would love your babies the same and treat them the same of course.
Nino can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She was amazing with my dogs, really caring and responsive. I definitely recommend her and will use her services again! My dogs just live her!!"
Mariami S.
Caroline M.
Washington, DC
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am 22 years old and grew up surrounded by a house full of animals - mostly cats and dogs, but also a few fish and hamsters here and there. I have three family dogs, Ellie, Rue, and Agnes, and a cat, Rue. I've always had small dogs but my sister has a German Shepard, and I've pet sat for a 100lb Silver Lab! I also have...
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Our families have been friends for a long time, so I have had the opportunity to watch Caroline grow into the accomplished young woman that she has become. She has always been an animal lover and has taken great care of our home and our pets in the past while we...
Rea C.
Jaymelle S.
Washington, DC
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Though the little dog care experience, I am a very fast learner and I am a super fond lover of dogs and other pets! I am happy to do baths and light grooming. Very excited to take care of your little or big one with careful care.
Jaymelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I love go for walks and play with them.
Niyereth can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Niyereth was very professional and attentive. Sent me photos each day upon arrival, and proactively cleaned up after my cat got sick from eating a plant. Highly recommend. Thanks, Niyereth!"
Madeline V.
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.
Sydney K.
Washington, DC
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Sydney. I've grown up with pets. My parents are veterinarians so I've had just about every animal. I spent the summer in Houston doing an internship and spent two weeks dog and house sitting. I really enjoyed that experience and would like to continue to watch people's pets.
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Kalah B.
Bethesda, MD
$14-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
In the past, I have babysat dogs and cats, respectively, and together, for both short and long periods of time. I love all animals of all sizes and ages. I can also bathe and administer most medication to your friend!
Kalah can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"We had to go out of town last minute and Kalah was recommended to us by a friend. She was so lovely. Our dog can be a diva - not eating or wanting to go on a walk. But somehow, Kalah got her out and sent us sweet videos of her on walks or playing in the house. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've lived with 3 dogs and two cats growing up. Ever since I was young I've loved playing with animals. Whenever any of my neighbors would go away on vacation I was often called to take care of their fuzzy friends. Safety has always been the root of my care and I make sure that the house and animal are in excellent condition and...
Stephanie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a passionate animal lover and experienced pet care provider, I am confident that I would be an excellent fit for the care of your pet. I am confident in my ability to provide the highest level of care for the pets in my charge, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being at all times. I have a strong understanding of the...
Jesualdo can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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
"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.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Kensington, MD
Kristin H.
5.0
I traveled heavily this year over the summer months for work. Kristin did such an amazing job house sitting and watching over my 11yr old godson, who for the most part can care for himself during my hours of work. I am his guardian over the summer months and needed help with meal prep, house keeping...
- Care member
Julianna J.
5.0
Julianna is great!! She has been taking care of our pets for quite awhile now and they love her!! Plus she is a sweetheart:)
- Care member
Megan M.
5.0
My dogs absolutely loved Megan it's hard for me to leave my babies but I was so comfortable with Megan when we did the meet and greet. The dogs absolutely loved her. She would send me daily pictures which really mader feel a lot better. I highly recommend her. She is such a caring person and you can...
- Care member
Kirby T.
5.0
Kirby was all around awesome! She was on-time and very easy to communicate with before our dog-sitting session, which really put me at ease. My dog took a liking to her quickly and when I picked him up later that day, I could tell he was in great spirits. I highly recommend Kirby.
- Emily A.
Loryne R.
5.0
Loryne is a very friendly and kind person. She is hard working and reliable. I would recommend her to any person needing care services.
- Heloiza S.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Kensington, MD
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Kensington, MD?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.42 per hour as of June 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 Kensington, MD?
There are 12 pet care providers in Kensington, 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 Kensington 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 Kensington, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Kensington, 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 Kensington, 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 Kensington, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Kensington, 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 Kensington, 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 Kensington, 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 Kensington, 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 Kensington, MD?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Kensington, 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.