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Jennifer P.

Merritt Island, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
Outgoing, loving pet sitter available. I have experience working in the veterinary industry, dog rescues and doggy day cares. I have socialized and domesticated two coyote mix puppies and several feral cats (including my own) I took the time to re home them so they could have a loving family. I am looking to get back into pet...

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Pets Are Family Too

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I have had dogs and cats in my family since I was a baby. I have been pet sitting since I started pursuing my Bachelor's degree. I have worked at two dog grooming salons. Your fur babies will be my number one priority when I am with them. It's important to feel comfortable with the person watching your pets, and I am willing to...
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Pet Caregiver/Child Caregiver/Adult Caregiver/Housekeeping

Merritt Island, FL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
Hi! I am certainly an animal lover and am experienced in caring for/babysitting small & large dogs, cats, kittens, turtles reptiles, rodents, rabbits, and birds. I am available for sitting, drop-in visits, walking, mild grooming, administering medicine, feeding, playing, and over-night sitting. I do have two kittens of my own,...
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Available Pet Sitter And Caregiver

Merritt Island, FL

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$26/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi! I have been caring for pets, more cats than dogs, on and off for the past 5 years! I have three cats at home and I used to working with animals. I like working with animals because I like the feeling of being able to help someone/something that cannot do it themselves!
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Love Pets!!

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I have two animals of my own. I have multiple years of pet sitting for my parents and grandparents when I lived in Texas. I love fur babies!! I am a student so pet sitting works great with my scheduling needs!
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Pets Are Amazing!!! I Have 1 Dog And 2 Cats

Merritt Island, FL

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$11/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I am Hard working, Positive, Full of Energy, Love to keep Moving, Very Creative, Reliable, Give good encouragement, I have lots of patience, trustworthy, organized, fun and up beat. I love to inspire kids to see miracles in life every day SMILE!!! I was in a bad motor vehicle accident in 2014 and after I was able to get my life...
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Your Pets New Best Friend

Merritt Island, FL

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I am a teacher for Brevard County and am looking to supplement my income. I love all types of animals, including reptiles. I am reliable and friendly. Please consider me if you need a pet sitter or walker.
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Loving Care For Your Pets

Merritt Island, FL

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$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
With years of experience owning and caring for both puppies and senior dogs, I understand the unique needs of all pets, I believe in the unconditional love animals offer, which brings joy to my heart. I also enjoy spending time with cats and provide compassionate care for all animals. Whether it's dog walking or pet sitting, I...
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Pet Assistance

Merritt Island, FL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I've always had dogs and cats . I am an avid animal lover , with experience in pet sitting and boarding . I boarded a dog for one month at a time( several times a year) , while his owners worked out of town . I am looking for a part time position or boarding , and I'd be happy to help you with your pets needs.
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Pet Care

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
I absolutely love animals! In fact, I owned a mobile pet grooming business for many years and would love to assist with your pets needs..
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Pet Care

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting for about 3 years. I always do it for friends and family but I want to expand to new people.
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Merritt Island, FL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
I will willing to provide animal sitting in your own home only due to my housing at my campus dorm. In the past I had a small, unofficial, business where I was in charge of walking up to three days twice a day five times a week. For one of the dogs the work turned into sitting as along with the walking. I grew up with many cats...
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Special Needs Nanny

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
Hi! My name is MacKenzie and I hold a bachelors degree in Child Development: Birth-Kindergarten & Special Education from Michigan State University. I have extensive experience caring for children aged birth-8, including children with Autism and other varying exceptionalities. I am CPR and first aid certified. I will be working...
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Michelle C.'s Photo

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I absolutely love both cats and dogs. I have had my own cats for many years and love to babysit dogs for friends and family on a regular basis. Wanted to see if in my free time I could help any other furry friends. Message me with any questions!
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Merritt Island, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Lindsay & I can't wait to meet your sweet fur babies. I am reliable, trustworthy, and flexible. I have always had pets of my own, so from a young age, I learned how to prioritize caring for my animals as well as my friends, family, and neighbors' pets. My clientele is growing as current clients refer me by...
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Merritt Island, FL

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
Hi, I'm Danette I am an experienced and compassionate caretaker with a long track record in watching over our four legged friends. I have more than 45 years of experience providing care for animals of all ages, with a particular focus on Senior pets. My understanding of doggy behavior along with a gentle approach ensure that...
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Bring Your Dog To Me!

Merritt Island, FL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I currently own 1 cat in my own and am a foster home for a local rescue and often foster 3-4 dogs per month. These dogs range from 12 weeks to 9 years old. I have experience with all behaviors and different attributes dogs have. I live in an area with 300 acres, a lake, and plenty of walking paths. I have a love and passion for...
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Stacy C.'s Photo

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Best company to hang out with, is your pets!! Extremely fond of animals great and small. Always have been!
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Your Future Nanny

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
10+ years of experience, CPR and first aid certified. Experience with all age levels, I'd love to speak to you about how I can help! I adore children and enjoy fostering a safe fun environment when I care for.
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Hi Everyone!

Merritt Island, FL

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi my name is Rylie! I have had many pets in my life from dogs and cats to bunny's and turtles! I love all animals and am an excellent and active pet sitter!
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.87/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Merritt Island, FL

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.87 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 30 pet care providers in Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL, 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 Merritt Island, FL, 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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