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Find pet care in Kensington, MD that you’ll love

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

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Christina S.


Washington, DC

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Care Provider

Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood

I graduated from the George Washington University with a BA International Affairs and Women's and an MA in American Studies. I currently work for a global advocacy non-profit in Washington DC as a global operations manager. I live in Washington DC and love everything that this city has to offer. Throughout my extensive...
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Christina was responsive and took care of dog while we were out of town with no problems. She was professional and prompt."

Haelim A.

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Nathaly F.


Rockville, MD

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Chyna M.


Washington, DC

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Your Fur Baby Is My Fur Baby, Too!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Thanks for stopping by - my name is Chyna. I've had pets all of my life and began dog sitting at age 10. Now 31, with four daughters, two dogs and a bunny, we're a full house but always looking to play with, care for and love on other pets! Since I home school, we are around most of the day. I will be able to provide around...
Chyna can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Chyna is the best of the best! I needed pet care for my two cats while I was away on a 3 week trip. I had originally planned to drop them off at a boarding facility but the boarding facility cancelled my appointment the day of drop off. I reached out to Chyna...

Sasha W.

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Bridget M.


Washington, DC

$15-17/hr3 yrs exp

I am an animal lover, currently living with two dogs and two cats of my own. I have experience caring for pets as well as house sitting. I have provided overnight care for families along with other jobs just walking and feeding pets a few times a day while families are on vacation.
Bridget can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Autumn M.


Bethesda, MD

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

Ultimate Cat Lover

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.

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Isabella C.


Takoma Park, MD

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Lifelong experience owning cats and have had my own little kitten for the past few months. Lots of experience helping cats with new people, spaces, and other pets. Love playing with new fur babies!
Isabella can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Isabella has been a tremendously helpful pet sitter and friend to my family over the years, and the pets love her. She's kind fun, resourceful, and easy to talk to. She pays keen attention to detail when it comes to the individual needs of my pets. 5 stars"

Joseph J.

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Brie M.


Arlington, VA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Animal Lover

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

For as long as I remember, I have been a lover of animals. I have experience caring for pet sitting for friends with dogs and cats. While at university I was a volunteer at an animal shelter where I also fostered cats. I personally have one cat, Kalani, who loves to play with fellow furry friends. I look forward to meeting you...
Brie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Incredible individual and professional. Best in the Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. Amazing is the most accurate description. My dog loves her so much she waits at the door for her each morning to arrive!!"

Brad S.

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Jess S.


Arlington, VA

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Jess I am a 22-year-old in college I have had pets my whole life and love caring for them, dogs especially. I have experience with dogs, fish, birds, turtles, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, hermit crabs, lizards, and horses. I have a fish and two dogs both of which I have raised and trained myself. I'd be happy...
Jess can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"We've worked with Jess for the past five years. She is our go-to whenever we need childcare. Why? Well, our kids adore her for starters. They look forward to her coming over. They know that she will come up with fun ideas for play and keep them safe, but...

Megan M.

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Michelle R.


Silver Spring, MD

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have owned cats, dogs, and horses for most of my life. Outside of my experience as a pet owner, I also have over 15 years of experience pet sitting for cats, dogs, and horses, including administering medication, walking, cleaning litter boxes, and feeding. Comfortable with all sizes of dogs. I'm unable to provide dog boarding...
Michelle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Michelle is the best! My dogs love her and she took great care of them."

Michele B.

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Nora C.


Arlington, VA

$12-50/hr3 yrs exp

Kind Sitter

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with pet boarding at my place. I love animals and love spending time with them. I can get along with animals very quickly.
Nora can also help with: Boarding
5.0
"I left my dog ​​with Nora several times. She is a wonderful person you can trust with your pet. My dog ​​was happy to stay with Nora. If you need a reliable person who you can trust with your child, relative or pet, Nora is exactly the person you need. I highly...

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Samantha M.


Washington, DC

$17-45/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Pet Care

Nothing brings me more joy than spending time with animals. Growing up I had everything from dogs and cats to birds and guinea pigs. I have over 10 years of professional experience as a certified dog trainer, veterinary assistant, and pet sitter. When your pet is under my care I ensure they are treated with the utmost respect,...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make my pup wag away! Will definitely hire again!! "

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Karen T.


Washington, DC

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I am a nursing student looking for occasional jobs that are short shifts (long if need be). I have experience in pet sitting, walking and transportation. I also have two dogs of my own! I love animals. I worked at a Banfield Pet Hospital for almost a year and encountered many different pets.
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of entrusting my cat to Karen's care while I was away for a weekend. I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have found such a reliable and attentive pet sitter like Karen. From the moment I contacted Karen, she displayed a genuine...

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Meredith C.


Washington, DC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have years of experience in pet care for my own dog and the cats and dogs of others. I would care for your pet like it were my own. I give walks at the duration and pace of your dog and am great at detailed care of pets, especially older pets. Let me know how I can help your pet be comfortable and happy while you're away for...
Meredith can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Meredith took care of my pets wonderfully. She was very communicative and did everything I asked her to do perfectly. I would rehire her again without hesitation."

Jade C.

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Jordan C.


Washington, DC

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Walking, Hiking, And Care For All Animals!

I believe that animals make us better people when they show us the meaning of unconditional love and unwavering companionship. 20+ years of pet care experience. We love the animals that we care for. House sitting also available with references :) I have experience caring for and training the rowdiest, most active dogs as well...
Jordan can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, dog training, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Jordan was so good with my pup Max! Max is a high energy pit mix, and Jordan provided the perfect amount of structure and exercise for him. Whenever I came home after Max spent time with Jordan, I could tell how happy and fulfilled he was. I could not recommend...

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Christine G.


Silver Spring, MD

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable And Loving Cat And Dog Walker/Sitter

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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding
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.

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Machaila W.


Rockville, MD

$40-48/hr10 yrs exp

Will Update My Bio After I Setup The Rest Of My Account

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Most my career life I have worked for the county & private security, but the best part was returning home to my fur babies! My passion has always been with animals as my dream was to be a vet, but my heart couldn't handle when giving bad news. So, I opted to have my own babies & to care for others'! & that is why I am here to...
Machaila can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation
5.0
"Machaila has been my go to sitter for my two kitties! Whenever she comes to watch them, they are always so playful and happy with her. I know my babies are taken care of very well with Machaila. "

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Kalle L.


Olney, MD

$14-19/hr

Kind, Loving And Admirer Of All Animals

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: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, 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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a home with many pets and have most recently owned a rabbit. I would love to play with or walk your pet when you are out of town and provide peace of mind that your family member is being cared for.
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Nurana D.


Arlington, VA

$40-50/hr6 yrs exp

Loving, Reliable & Fun Animal Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Babysitting Background I am a professional babysitter with over 5 years experience. I have BA degree in Education and Master's degree in Social Work. I live in Arlington, Clarendon area. As a babysitter, I have experience taking care of newborns, toddlers, school-aged kids & siblings. I craft different and interesting...
Nurana can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Nurana is the best dog walker one could wish for. Reliable, trustworthy, friendly, animal lover and dog walker. I had a business trip and I booked her last minute. She responded promptly and took a good care of my pup. She provided info about my pup's walk that...

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Stacy W.


Bethesda, MD

$19-23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Vet Tech

I am an experienced vet tech of over 15 years. I love animals and have experience with all kinds! Dogs, cats, small animals, horses, chickens, donkeys, you name it and I've taken care of them. I feel comfortable medicating animals, administering subcutaneous fluids and giving insulin shots to name a few. Look forward to meeting...
Stacy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Stacy was my pet sitter for years for my dog. I wholeheartedly trust her. I know she will always make my pet's needs and comfort a priority. She is intuitive, compassionate and very dependable. I highly recommend her."

Christen S.

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Kensington, MD

Christina S.

5.0

Christina is kind, thoughtful and dependable. I am so relieved knowing my kitties are in good hands with her.

- Kathryn L.

Chyna M.

5.0

Chyna is the best of the best! I needed pet care for my two cats while I was away on a 3 week trip. I had originally planned to drop them off at a boarding facility but the boarding facility cancelled my appointment the day of drop off. I reached out to Chyna directly after posting this job when I...

- Sasha W.

Autumn M.

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.

Isabella C.

5.0

Isabella took fantastic care of our cat during the Christmas and New Years holidays. She was extremely punctual, which was important to us due to our cat's dietary issues. I would absolutely hire her again!

- Katie K.

Brie M.

5.0

Incredible individual and professional. Best in the Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. Amazing is the most accurate description. My dog loves her so much she waits at the door for her each morning to arrive!!

- Brad S.

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