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Alyssa K.

Part Time, Pet Care Provider

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Growing up, I have always had animals. There was always a dog or some other type of animal. As an adult, I have two dogs, a lizard and fish. Although I also have experience with most amphibians, rodents, reptiles, and cats.

Austin M. says "Alyssa is a very trustworthy and dependable employee. There has many times where I've had to leave on work trips last minute and she would always take on...

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Animal Lover At Heart

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am currently pursuing my Master's in Athletic Training at Indiana University, but my true passion has always been animals-I love them more than humans! I have my own chinchilla (Apollo), cat (Turkey), and a 15-year-old, one-eyed Shih-Tzu-Bichon mix (Reeci), so I know firsthand how much pets mean to their families. I have...
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Love All Animals!!!

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
pet transportation
Love animals!! Will care for any kind! I have three dogs of my own whom I consider my children!
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Tiffany P.'s Photo

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
from
$8/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals. I have taken care of many animals over the years. I also worked in a home which had over 30 cats. please provide all details when booking a request. I can't message with questions. times and dates and what care your expecting me to provide. Thank You

Care Member says "Tiffany is incredibly helpful and accommodating! She has been a great help with my dog River. She doesn’t have to but she always leaves his water bowl...

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Melanie Y.'s Photo

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
dog training
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced and reliable pet sitter for dogs, cats, pigs, and small furry creatures. I grew up around horses, but my back wouldn't be happy doing heavy lifting or repetitive shoveling. I am happy to feed birds, turtles, and fish... but have limited experience. No snakes, spiders, lions, tigers, or bears. However, I will...

Sharon L. says "So great to have found her. Just a gem!"

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Pet Care!

Valparaiso, IN

from
$8/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own! Making sure the pet is safe, cared for, and loved. I understand the importance of compassion, safety, dedication, and attention that I will be giving to your pets
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Pet Care

Valparaiso, IN

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have dog sat for neighbors and friends sense I was about 12. I have a cat, fish and two dogs of my own and would love to learn to care for others!
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Loving & Reliable Pet Sitter

Valparaiso, IN

from
$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Loving & reliable pet sitter with over 20 years of experience caring for dogs and cats. Dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and nurturing environment with personalized attention, daily updates, and plenty of playtime. Let me treat your furry friends like family!
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Pet Experience

Valparaiso, IN

from
$8/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have a lot of experience with pets and have taken care of many of the past few years. I am great with dogs and love to walk and play with them. I also love cats. I can do pretty much anything you'll need and would love to help!
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Pet Care

Valparaiso, IN

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I love working with pets! Let me know what you would like done!
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Natalie K.'s Photo

Part-time Animal Specialist And Caretaker Available

Valparaiso, IN

from
$12/hr
10 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I provide cat, dog, bird, and any other small mammal or reptile sitting, care taking, feeding, and any other need. I am an experienced former veterinary assistant, bird keeper for the Indianapolis Zoo, and program animal coordinator for Sunset Hill Farm County Park with over 10 years of experience. I love cats, dogs, birds, farm...
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A Major Animal Lover

Valparaiso, IN

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Avid animal lover! I've grown up surrounded by dogs- from mini dachshunds to German Shepards. I've helped with daily care taking activities like feeding, cleaning up after going outside, to walks and going to dog parks (if sociable). I've house sat for single dog house holds to 5 large dogs, goats and chickens for over a week....
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I Will Take Care Of Your Animals

Valparaiso, IN

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Passionate and experienced pet caregiver with over five years of hands-on experience. As a pet owner of two cats and two dogs, I understand the love and attention animals need. I provide reliable and caring services, including feeding, walking, playing, and ensuring pets feel safe and happy. Your furry friends will be in good...
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Stephanie T.'s Photo

Valparaiso, IN

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience caring for my own pets including sick dogs and rescue dogs. I'd describe my personality as kind, hardworking and caring. I like working with animals because it is a passion of mine. I'm looking for a job that I can help people with dog sitting, dog walking, etc. I have been working with animals for a long...
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Amanda B.'s Photo

Valparaiso, IN

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love caring for pets I have a chow chow dog myself and growing up thats all I had was pet in my moms home
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Nathaly C.'s Photo

Valparaiso, IN

from
$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Nathy and love dogs. I have a cocker spaniel and tons of experience taking care of dogs. I'm a wife and a future mom, I'll love to take care of your precious dog, I know how important it is.
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Aliyah S.'s Photo

Valparaiso, IN

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have always truly loved animals and think they're such a joy! My whole family is a huge animal family and I currently have my own little mini farm with chickens and ducks!
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Emily C.'s Photo

Valparaiso, IN

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I love dogs of all ages and sizes! I ve been around dogs my whole life and enjoy their company! I would love to create a bond with your dog and enjoy your furry friend just as much as you do!
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Olivia Suyak

Valparaiso, IN

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My names Olivia, I'm going to be a senior in college and I'm looking for full time work! Im taking a semester off of school and looking to work full time! I have many years of experience babysitting younger cousins and children in my neighborhood. I also spent last summer working at an animal shelter helping with the dogs so...
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Amanda H.'s Photo

Valparaiso, IN

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
My primary paying jobs have always been in the cleaning industry. But my love for animals has allowed me to take on side jobs and also volunteering to work with animals. Whether it's taking care of, playing with, going on walks, or grooming, I love it all. I find myself quickly wanting to bond with all of them, & I have a...
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $12.92/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Valparaiso, IN

Pet Care in Valparaiso, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Alyssa K.

Alyssa is a very trustworthy and dependable employee. There has many times where I've had to leave on work trips last minute and she would...

- Austin M.

Tiffany P.

Tiffany is incredibly helpful and accommodating! She has been a great help with my dog River. She doesn’t have to but she always leaves his...

- Care member

Melanie Y.

So great to have found her. Just a gem!

- Sharon L.

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Valparaiso, IN

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $12.92 per hour as of June 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 48 pet care providers in Valparaiso, IN 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 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso, IN 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 Valparaiso, IN 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 Valparaiso, IN 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 Valparaiso, IN 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 Valparaiso, IN, 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 Valparaiso, IN, 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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