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60 pet care are listed in Scarborough, ME

The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years

Pet care in Scarborough, ME

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Melissa D.


Scarborough, ME

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Husky Savvy/Nordic Breed Experience

my name is Melissa, I am a licensed massage therapist with a huge passion for animals and their well-being. I hope to start my own business around pet sitting and offering lessons to pet owners on how to be more active with their pets safely. I'd describe my personality as loyal, honest, and open hearted I like working with...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have for my whole life and still do care for animals including 2 dogs, 2 horses, 6 donkeys, 2 cows, multiple chickens and ducks, pigs and cats. Along with others. I love animals and I am currently in college looking to make some money as well as to get outside.
I am a reliable, friendly dog and cat sitter and dog walker with about 7 years of experience! I have two cats of my own and one tiny human!
Isabelle can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I have experience with dogs and cats! I also have two Shetland sheepdog puppies of my own.
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Alexis G.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Amy A.

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Lori L.


South Portland, ME

$10-35/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lori and I love fur babies! I have one of my own and I know how important it is to have that calming feeling of knowing that your four legged family members are taken care of while your away. Past work experience I worked for a boarding kennel out in Gorham for a year. I also trained for a brief time in dog grooming...
Lori can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Lori helped us out for a last minute cat sitting need and was a real life saver. She was punctual and reliable, and quick to respond when I checked in to see how everything was going. I would definitely hire Lori again!"

Michaela F.

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Josephine L.


South Portland, ME

$15-22/hr1 yrs exp

Cat Lover!

Hi I am looking for a part time position, or for those who occasionally need someone to watch their kitty! I'm a student but during the summer I have a part time restaurant job and my schedule is much more free. I grew up with cats and have dealt w them for a long time. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting.
Josephine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Josie is a very reliable, responsible person, hard working and caring. I would absolutely trust and recommend her!"

Jessica A.

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Erin K.


Portland, ME

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Care Provider

Hi there! I will say up front, I don't have formal education or pet care training. I have a 3y. o. pup of my own and enjoy dogs and cats. I'm not very comfortable with reptiles and would not be the best fit for reptile care. I am a licensed social worker by training and am trying to pay down educational loans while helping...
5.0
"Erin is a warm, loving, and responsive caregiver! She is in tune to developmental milestones and age appropriate play. When she is with our son, I know she is engaging and playing with him in a meaningful way. She follows our son’s schedule and mimics our parenting...

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Jada W.


Portland, ME

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Pet Care Available

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Animals really hold a special place in my heart. I have pet sat for families that I have worked for - this included staying at the home, providing care for sick animals, and caring for elderly animals. I have cared for dogs and cats which typically included feeding, walking, and lots of playing. I have also cared for...
Jada can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
4.0
"I'm so grateful that Jada was able to help me out and take care of my 4 year old cat, and 3 month old kitten so I could see family over the holidays. Both of my cats took to her instantly which says a lot about her positive and calming energy! I left her very...

Kerry H.

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Kelsey L.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Flexible Caregiver

Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Kelsey is very patient, clean, organized and professional. She has been watching my friends dog and takes great care of him! Cleans up after him and keeps everything organized in the house. 10/10 would recommend."

James N.

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Delaney P.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Fur Baby Caretaker Available To Give All Of The Love

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Delaney and I have a very large experience with pet-care. I have had animals in the house growing up as long as I can remember- we had multiple dogs, ferrets, fish, birds. Needless to say we had a busy household. I'm comfortable with all breeds of animals, and know techniques to train and encourage positive...
Delaney can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Christina S.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Care In Your Home; Part-Time And Weekends

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with caring for pets, mostly cats and dogs, overnight, as well as drop needs. I have on occasion, cared for smaller pets, such as fish, rodents, and small birds. I' m experienced with dogs of all sizes, extra small to extra large. My care includes, feeding, walking, bathing, and transporting animals to such...
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Christina has taken care of our lab mix over several weekends while we have been out of town. She has both come to our house to feed/walk her and taken her to her home for the weekend. She is responsible and reliable and has helped us out at the last minute. Our...

Kate C.

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Rachael N.


South Portland, ME

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have dog sat for a couple different families over the past couple years and I have always had a strong adoration for dogs!
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Christina E.


Portland, ME

$10-25/hr2 yrs exp

Pet lover ready to work with the animals

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love pets growing up I always had pets to take care of. I love walking and exercising and pet sitting.
Christina can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Her love of children and animals is amazing. I wouldn't leave my fur baby with anyone else. I can leave and not worry all the time I`m gone. I highly recommend Christina!"

Sharon R.

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Sarah W.


Westbrook, ME

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am available for overnight or daytime pet care, and provide transportation. I have experience with administering most medications. I started working with animals in my late teens. I volunteered at local shelters, I am a certified dog groomer, and I have experience as a veterinary technician. I have fostered cats for 10+...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Sarah takes care of both of my dogs at my house. I’ve used her services multiple times. She’s very reliable and I never worry about my pets care when I’m gone. "

Danielle H.

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Alexander B.


Saco, ME

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter, Caregiver, And Life-long Animal Enthusiast!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've taken care of dogs and cats of various kinds since age 8. Family, neighbors, and friends have relied on me to care for their furry friends. *Fully Vaccinated* Recent College-grad and freelance filmmaker so I currently have wide open availability. I have experience with various scenarios including elderly dogs, high...
Alexander can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Alex is great! Our dogs love him. He's super reliable and incredibly trustworthy. We feel lucky to be able to call on him!"

Greg M.

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Alexis M.


Portland, ME

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Animal & Child Care Taker Seeks Part-time Employment

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I can help your family in a variety of ways, including pet sitting/walking, child care and meal prep. I have a wide variety of experience and can provide excellent recommendations. I have reliable transportation, a clean driving record and a safe vehicle. I work as a teacher and have summers off. Therefore, I am...
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"We hired Alexis for help during a recent vacation. She was on time, very nice and capable and trustworthy. Highly recommended."

Andrew K.

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Scarlett R.


South Portland, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Safe And Sound Per Sitting

Hello, animal lovers! My name is Scarlett and I'm a passionate pet sitter dedicated to providing your furry companions with the utmost care and attention while you're away. Growing up surrounded by pets of all shapes and sizes, I've always had a deep connection with animals. Their unconditional love and unwavering loyalty have...
Scarlett can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

Hi there! I'm Sydney, a passionate animal enthusiast with hands-on experience caring for a variety of furry, feathered, and scaly pals since 2021. Proud parent of two charming kittens, Gouda and Luna, I'm committed to providing top-quality care for your pets just like I do for my own. Whether it's dog walking, cat sitting, fish...
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
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Mary K.


Westbrook, ME

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Looking for supplemental income and I've always loved animals. Would love to help out caring for your animal(s), however, you may need.
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Scarborough, ME

Alexis G.

5.0

Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!

- Amy A.

Lori L.

5.0

I highly recommend Lori for house and/or pet sitting. She is very good with our cat and taking care of the house when we are out of town. We will definitely be using her services again!

- Jaimee F.

Josephine L.

5.0

Josie is a very reliable, responsible person, hard working and caring. I would absolutely trust and recommend her!

- Jessica A.

Erin K.

5.0

Erin is a warm, loving, and responsive caregiver! She is in tune to developmental milestones and age appropriate play. When she is with our son, I know she is engaging and playing with him in a meaningful way. She follows our son’s schedule and mimics our parenting style. Our son absolutely adore...

- Care member

Jada W.

4.0

I'm so grateful that Jada was able to help me out and take care of my 4 year old cat, and 3 month old kitten so I could see family over the holidays. Both of my cats took to her instantly which says a lot about her positive and calming energy! I left her very thorough instructions, and she even...

- Kerry H.

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Ratings for Scarborough, ME pet care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Pet Care in Scarborough, ME are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pet care.