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Celeste M.

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
My name is Celeste! I am extremely passionate about animals as I have five cats of my own! I have pet sit for many friends and family members, as well as neighbors. I have a couple years of paid experience and even more years of unpaid. Im currently attending KSU for a bachelors degree in psychology. I am available to pet...

Rhonda B. says "Jaelyn is our in-home pet sitter for three dogs and 2 cats whenever we go on vacation. Our pets love her, especially the dogs! She takes excellent care...

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Katherine A.

Pet Sitter

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I am a student who loves caring for pets. I will not board, but I walk, sit, and offer overnight care for your fur babies!

Care Member says "Katie was great, took good care of my dog and even came by early to meet him before we left. Would hire again!"

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Hannah K.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$9/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I began pet sitting in middle school, and continued through high school and now college. I am currently a junior at the University of Georgia. I have pet sitting experience with large animals, exotic animals, cats, and dogs. I have a dog, a tortoise, and 3 cats myself so I am a huge animal lover!

Zac T. says "If you're looking for a friendly, experienced caregiver, Hannah is the person for you! I reached out to Hannah to take care of my cats, and she was a delight...

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Caroline G.

Athens, GA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
Hi, my name is Carly and I am super interested in a pet sitting position! I am 20 and a rising senior at the University of Georgia. I am originally from Atlanta, GA but live in Athens now! I am very caring, patient, and reliable. I love all animals, sports, hiking, and the beach! I have lots of experience with pets and...
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Ezra C.

Pet-sitter

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I love dogs, cats, and also small furry pets and reptiles (like the leopard geckos my childhood friend had). I want to be around animals whenever I can. Where I live now, I can't have pets, so pet-sitting gives me the opportunity to be around animals more. My favorite kind of cats are the friendly ones that like to sit with you,...

Cindy B. says "For the past few years, Ezra has been our dog sitter as we started with one small dog and ended up with three of them. He follows their eating, walking and...

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Salem C.

My Animal Experience

Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My first experience with taking care of animals, other than my personal pets, began at Bark Dog Spa and Boutique as a dog bather! I have been a pet sitter for a few years now and I currently work as an animal care provider at a ferret facility. I absolutely adore animals and I see myself working with them in the future when I...
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Sara M.

Caring Pet Sitter

Athens, GA

from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up on a farm in NH. I have adored animals my whole life and now have my own fur baby have 15 years of experience caring for horses, chickens, dogs, cats and even small indoor animals like hamsters, rabbits and guinea pigs. I work full time during the week but am looking for weekend or evening/morning pet care...
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Rylee G.

Pet Sitter

Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
I have grown up around animals and love being around them and I'm in college for Agricultural sciences with a concentration in animal sciences. Would love to be able to help you with your pet needs!
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Sarah K.

Second-Year UGA Student

Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals and have been pet sitting for over seven years! I have two dogs of my own and regularly volunteer at farms and animals shelters. I primarily have experience with dogs and cats but have volunteered with many kinds of farm animals and am open to any pets.
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Jennifer P.

Pet Sitter

Athens, GA

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
dog training
pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
+ 1 more
My family has two dogs that we've had for about 10 years. One is a 70 pounds mutt with over 150 breeds; the other is a 4 pounds Maltese. We have had many other family pets over the years including fish, hamsters, and other dogs (golden retriever, Lhasa apso, and Chinese crested powder puff). I have experience with feeding and...
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Briana B.

Pet Walker/sitter/lover

Athens, GA

from
$13/hr
8 years experience
Hi my name is Bri and I am junior at UGA. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old, for a wide range of age groups. I mostly have experience working with young children, ranging from a few months old to 7/8 years old, as well as experience with pre-teens on some occasions. I babysat for a family with two kids weekly my...
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Christina W.

Student And Pet Lover!

Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Christina, and I'm a student at the University. Although I pride myself on babysitting, I also have experience pet sitting from the age of 12 and onward! I have taken occasional jobs as a sitter, and I have pet sat as a part of the job while babysitting for the past 6 years! Looking forward to speaking with you! I...
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Ella B.

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Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Ella, and I have experience with dogs of all ages. I am a available to dog sit, dog walk, or provide any additional care!
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Eliza G.

Athens, GA

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Greetings! Spending time with animals is my favorite role in life so far! As a pet owner, I know what it's like to worry when I have to go and leave my dogs behind with caregivers. I look forward to getting to know your pets and making them as comfortable as possible while you are away. I bring many years of experience in the...
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Isabel K.

Experience

Athens, GA

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've pet-sat for dogs and cats all throughout high school, and I have two dogs and two cats of my own! I also occasionally sit my roommate's dog when she's out of town.
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Ericeli G.

Athens, GA

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Ericeli ! I'm from Buford, Ga but live in Athens now that I'm a student at UGA (Go Dawgs!) Taking care of young ones and pets is a true passion of mine as the oldest of 5 and the best biggest animal lover around! I've been pet sitting for my neighborhood and family friends as long as I can remember but professionally for...
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Hannah S.

Athens, GA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi, I'm Hannah, a passionate and reliable pet sitter dedicated to providing the best care for your furry friends. Whether it's daily walks, playtime, or just keeping them company while you're away, I tailor my services to meet your pet's unique needs. With a love for animals and a commitment to their well-being, I'll make sure...
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Kailyn Z.

Athens, GA

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Kailyn and I'm a 20-year-old college student. I love animals and I have always had dogs growing up. I am comfortable with dogs and cats of all sizes. I have a flexible schedule and I am able to pet sit, go for walks, and help out in any way you need throughout the day. Feel free to reach out! Thanks!
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Charlotte S.

I'm An Animal Lover At Heart, Striving To Make Your Pets Feel Comfortable, With Discipline.

Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as attentive, caring, and friendly. I like working with animals because I connect easily with them and enjoy the line of work involved. I care for every pet as if they were my own, and I understand the trust put into me every time they're put in my care. I'm looking for a job that collaborates well...
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Lilysue H.

All About Me!!

Athens, GA

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Daily feeding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hiya! My name is LilySue!! I'm a college student in Athens, GA! I'm 20 years old and majoring in elementary education. I have been pet sitting since I was 12! I have experiences with horses, birds, cats, dogs, snakes, fish etc. I'm very comfortable with any animals and I'm a huge animal lover!! I will spam you with pictures of...
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  • 69 pet sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.30/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet sitters is 5.0

Recent pet sitter reviews from local parents in Athens, GA

Pet Sitters in Athens, GA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 69 listed pet sitters

Celeste M.

Jaelyn is our in-home pet sitter for three dogs and 2 cats whenever we go on vacation. Our pets love her, especially the dogs! She takes...

- Rhonda B.

Katherine A.

Katie was great, took good care of my dog and even came by early to meet him before we left. Would hire again!

- Care member

Hannah K.

If you're looking for a friendly, experienced caregiver, Hannah is the person for you! I reached out to Hannah to take care of my cats, and...

- Zac T.

FAQs for finding pet sitters in Athens, GA

Hiring a pet sitter in Athens, GA will cost an average of $11.30 per hour as of June, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Athens that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.

Pet sitters in Athens, GA can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.

You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Athens. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 69 pet sitters in Athens, GA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

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