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Zaharah Z.

State College, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Zaharah! As a pet owner to my cuddly dog, Rocco, and fancy cat, Prince, my goal is to treat your pets with the same care, warmth, and attentiveness. For several years, I have petsit for my family and friends. I also have 2 years of professional experience working as a petsitter for families with several cats and...

Care Member says "Zaharah was timely and extremely personable. We were worried because we have a full house here with 2 cats and 2 very rambunctious pups, however Zaharah...

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Great Pet Caretaker

State College, PA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a dog bunny, and cat on my home ! My daughter and I love animals and I would love to care for your pets .
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Loving, Reliable, Paiitent Pet Lover

State College, PA

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Chloe, I'm 21 years old and I am a current Junior at Penn State! I have had 2 or more dogs and cats in my house at all times when growing up. So I am a huge animal lover. I have walked and house sat for dogs for coaches and family friends since I have been in high school. I am very reliable and prompt!
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Pet Enthusiast : Dedicated To Provide Love And Ensure Happy And Healthy Pets!

State College, PA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Hello there! My name is Sofia and I am a dedicated college student pursuing a degree in Advertising and Public Relations and Penn State. Since it is the summer I am looking for a job that allows me to do one of my favorite things: take care of awesome pets and kids!! I like working with animals because I have always grown up...
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Enthusiastic And Responsible Pet Services

State College, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Life-long animal lover (fanatic really.) I grew up with lots of cats and several dogs. There have been only 2 weeks in the last 30 years that I have not had my own pets. In that time, I've had 5 cats and 2 wonderful dogs (Rhodesian Ridgeback and pitbull mixes, father and daughter), all of whom gave me a wide range of experience....
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Certified Teacher / Pet Lover

State College, PA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
I care for my own (1 dog, 1 cat) and also care for the neighbors dogs, cats, fish, and farm (chickens only) while they are away.
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Dog Walking/Pet Sitting

State College, PA

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience regularly walking dogs, as well as caring for them in others' homes! I love both dogs and cats!
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Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Bella! I absolutely adore animals and would love to pet sit for you! I have 2 puppies of my own so I'm very comfortable with dogs, and I have experience with cats as well. I worked at a zoo a few summers ago so I have experience in all kinds of animal care! Please reach if you're in need of a pet sitter!
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Pet Care

State College, PA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I am a senior at Penn state and a State College local! I love animals as someone who grew up with dogs!
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Pet Sitter

State College, PA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am an 18-year-old senior at State College Area High School. I have a few years of pet sitting experience from neighbors, and I absolutely love animals! I have stayed over at people houses before to pet sit, so I am 100% comfortable with that. I also have my own car and will be able to provide transportation with no...
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Pet-Sitting

State College, PA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I am a senior at Penn State studying Mechanical Engineering. I have 4 dogs and am very good with them, but I also have experience with plenty of cats and am comfortable with them, too. As far as dogs, I am willing to check in on them, feed them, walk them, play with them, and stay overnight with them if needed. I am of course...
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Pets Deserve Good Care Too

State College, PA

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$12/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
Hello! I have raised, trained, and cared for dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, and gerbils. I respectfully make sure your family pet is attended to. I welcome the opportunity to discuss your needs.
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Love All Animals!

State College, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
I am a student at Penn State looking for some part time work during the school year. I have 3 years of experience. I have had multiple pet sitting jobs for when clients go on trips. I absolutely adore all animals and would take great care of your fur babies. I also have 3 dogs of my own and 1 bunny but I am open to all animals!
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Dani Amaris "Animal Healer"

State College, PA

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$10/hr
Pet sitting
grooming
I have been caring for a variety of pets since a young age. I grew up with dogs and cats. I currently have one cat and a few fish! I tend to take care of freshwater fish more often. I also have a strong bind with most animals that is quite unexplainable but I throughly enjoy it! ***UPDATE - 6/18/24/ - I AM ONLY DOING PET CARE...
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My Name Is Emily Im Currently Pursuing A Degree In Animal Science.

State College, PA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Two thing you should know about me is that I have had a family dog for 17 years he needs constant grooming and nail trims and medication. I am also volunteering with raising a puppy that is a year old and training on a weekly basis with professionals. My skills include grooming, nail trimming, and basic dog training.
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State College, PA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a reliable and caring person that loves animals and am driven to help foster care for them. I have experience from overnight sitting, caring for all types of animals from cats and dogs, to even farm animals like sheep and chickens!
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Enthusiastic Care Taker

State College, PA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
Hello!! I am a student at state college studying biology on a pre-health track. I've grown up with animals my entire life, and have paid experience caring for other animals. Please reach out!
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Part-time Dog Sitter

State College, PA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
I have previous experience with dog sitting. I am comfortable staying overnight and helping with any housekeeping. I am comfortable with any sized dog.
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Dog Walker

State College, PA

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$15/hr
I grew up with 2 dogs until I moved out and went to college. After I was married, my husband and I adopted 2 dogs ourselves. I have also walked and cared for other neighbors/friends and their dogs as well-big and small. I can walk them, feed them, and play with them while you are away. I love animals and I'm happy to care for...
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State College, PA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I can do an hourly rate of $15-25, depending on location and the length of time. I am open to everything from house-sitting for the day to taking in your pet for a few hours. Hey, I'm Lexie and animals have always held a special place in my heart. Growing up with three cats and a dog, I developed a deep connection with the...
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  • 77 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $12.45/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

FAQs for finding pet care near you in State College, PA

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $12.45 per hour as of January 2026. 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 77 pet care providers in State College, PA 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 State College 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 State College, PA 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 State College, PA 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 State College, PA 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 State College, PA 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 State College, PA, 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 State College, PA, 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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