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60 pet sitters are listed in Kensington, MD
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in Kensington, MD
5.0
(27)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from the George Washington University with a BA International Affairs and Women's and an MA in American Studies. I currently work for a global advocacy non-profit in Washington DC as a global operations manager. I live in Washington DC and love everything that this city has to offer. Throughout my extensive...
Christina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Christina is kind, thoughtful and dependable. I am so relieved knowing my kitties are in good hands with her."
Kathryn L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thanks for stopping by - my name is Chyna. I've had pets all of my life and began dog sitting at age 10. Now 31, with four daughters, two dogs and a bunny, we're a full house but always looking to play with, care for and love on other pets!
Since I home school, we are around most of the day. I will be able to provide around...
Chyna can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Chyna was great from the beginning. She was very professional and seemed to have a healthy passion for animals. Chyna was always available via text message or phone call. Everyday of my trip she would send pictures and videos of my dog enjoying life. He looked so...
Kyle M.
Bridget M.
Washington, DC
$15-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am an animal lover, currently living with two dogs and two cats of my own. I have experience caring for pets as well as house sitting. I have provided overnight care for families along with other jobs just walking and feeding pets a few times a day while families are on vacation.
Bridget can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience with caring for my cat. I can help with Pet Sitting and Grooming/Brushing. I love cats with every fiber of my being and will definitely love your cat! (:
Autumn can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Autumn is a true cat lover and took excellent care of our beloved cat for a week. I would have no problem using Autumn to cat sit again. Strongly recommend."
Irina M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
For as long as I remember, I have been a lover of animals. I have experience caring for pet sitting for friends with dogs and cats. While at university I was a volunteer at an animal shelter where I also fostered cats. I personally have one cat, Kalani, who loves to play with fellow furry friends.
I look forward to meeting you...
Brie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Incredible individual and professional. Best in the Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. Amazing is the most accurate description. My dog loves her so much she waits at the door for her each morning to arrive!!"
Brad S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have owned cats, dogs, and horses for most of my life. Outside of my experience as a pet owner, I also have over 15 years of experience pet sitting for cats, dogs, and horses, including administering medication, walking, cleaning litter boxes, and feeding. Comfortable with all sizes of dogs.
I'm unable to provide dog boarding...
Michelle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Michelle is the best! My dogs love her and she took great care of them."
Michele B.
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with pet boarding at my place. I love animals and love spending time with them. I can get along with animals very quickly.
Nora can also help with: Boarding
5.0
"I left my dog with Nora several times. She is a wonderful person you can trust with your pet. My dog was happy to stay with Nora. If you need a reliable person who you can trust with your child, relative or pet, Nora is exactly the person you need.
I highly...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Nothing brings me more joy than spending time with animals. Growing up I had everything from dogs and cats to birds and guinea pigs. I have over 10 years of professional experience as a certified dog trainer, veterinary assistant, and pet sitter. When your pet is under my care I ensure they are treated with the utmost respect,...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
"Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make my pup wag away! Will definitely hire again!! "
Care member
Karen T.
Washington, DC
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a nursing student looking for occasional jobs that are short shifts (long if need be). I have experience in pet sitting, walking and transportation. I also have two dogs of my own! I love animals. I worked at a Banfield Pet Hospital for almost a year and encountered many different pets.
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of entrusting my cat to Karen's care while I was away for a weekend. I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have found such a reliable and attentive pet sitter like Karen.
From the moment I contacted Karen, she displayed a genuine...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Throughout childhood and beyond, I've been raised with dogs, cats, fish and rabbits. I absolutely love animals. I have volunteered at various animal shelters and have worked at an animal kennel/animal hospital for three years. I have experience with handling dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes and temperaments. I also have...
Christine can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Topic was actually Errands. Christine was great; quick to respond, covered everything I needed and even navigated through a problem when what I wanted to buy wasn't available. Recommend 100%."
Gretchen F.
5.0
(1)
I believe that animals make us better people when they show us the meaning of unconditional love and unwavering companionship.
20+ years of pet care experience. We love the animals that we care for. House sitting also available with references :)
I have experience caring for and training the rowdiest, most active dogs as well...
Jordan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training, grooming, daily feeding & more
5.0
"Jordan and Keyle did an INCREDIBLE job.
When we got back the puppies and Mordecai were calm and content despite having endured
July 4th fireworks which are very triggering for
them.
We received tons of great pictures of the babies fooling around outside and in the...
Care member
Machaila W.
Rockville, MD
$40-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
Will Update My Bio After I Setup The Rest Of My Account
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Most my career life I have worked for the county & private security, but the best part was returning home to my fur babies! My passion has always been with animals as my dream was to be a vet, but my heart couldn't handle when giving bad news. So, I opted to have my own babies & to care for others'! & that is why I am here to...
Machaila can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Machaila was an amazing and attentive babysitter for my bird children (two green cheek conures)! It’s rare to meet other people with pet birds and also conures, and so Machaila was an expert in handling my babies and even taught me some training tips for my birds....
Sarah B.
5.0
(1)
I absolutely love animals and have been around dogs all of my life. I have five years of experience with overnight house sitting and pet sitting, as well as dog walking. I'm also happy to water plants, open and close blinds, and do other tasks around the house as needed for overnight stays.
I have taken care of dogs of all...
Jonathan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Babysitting Background
I am a professional babysitter with over 5 years experience. I have BA degree in Education and Master's degree in Social Work. I live in Arlington, Clarendon area.
As a babysitter, I have experience taking care of newborns, toddlers, school-aged kids & siblings. I craft different and interesting...
Nurana can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Nurana is the best dog walker one could wish for. Reliable, trustworthy, friendly, animal lover and dog walker. I had a business trip and I booked her last minute. She responded promptly and took a good care of my pup. She provided info about my pup's walk that...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 20 and attend the University of South Carolina. Growing up, my family always had some mixture of dogs and cats. Me and my siblings were responsible for walking the dogs, cleaning the cat litter, and feeding/caring for them all.
At home in Maryland our family has an old dog who needs a lot of help and...
Elena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding
Kai S.
Bladensburg, MD
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting as well as a variety of other services I have been experienced for 2+years and I love dogs
Kai can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Leah K.
Washington, DC
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Leah, and I've been pet sitting for six years. My mother is a veterinarian, so I have specialized in sitting for special needs/ill/elderly animals. Comfortable giving fluids, injections, medications, and familiar with the ins and outs of sick pet life.
Leah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have done pet care for cats on care. com! I do have cat references!
I will take care your cat and send you pictures of when I visit!
Alicia can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Alicia responded quickly to a short-notice cat-sitting request when I had an urgent family situation out-of-town. I interviewed several sitters via Zoom and selected Alicia for the 18-day job. Alicia is very upbeat and it was not long before my shy cat greeted her...
Monica S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience and a lifelong passion for working with animals. I currently have two dogs and one cat of my own.
I worked as a veterinary assistant and kennel attendant in an animal hospital for four years. I have also worked as an animal control officer, and have fostered and adopted out 300+ dogs and cats over...
Mary can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Maree is everything you could want from a babysitter, nanny, and pet sitter. We can't say enough good things about her. She became family in a short time, our kids adored her and were always so excited to be with her. She always made an effort to engage the kids,...
Jake N.
Terri S.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have had pets my entire life. I have trained five of my own dogs through local dog training organizations that focus on positive reinforcement, owner education and developing an understanding of animal behavior. I will support and reinforce your training efforts. In addition, my family has volunteered with Fidos for Freedom...
Terri can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training & more
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Kensington, MD
Christina S.
5.0
Christina is kind, thoughtful and dependable. I am so relieved knowing my kitties are in good hands with her.
- Kathryn L.
Chyna M.
5.0
Chyna is the best of the best! I needed pet care for my two cats while I was away on a 3 week trip. I had originally planned to drop them off at a boarding facility but the boarding facility cancelled my appointment the day of drop off. I reached out to Chyna directly after posting this job when I...
- Sasha W.
Autumn M.
5.0
Autumn is a true cat lover and took excellent care of our beloved cat for a week. I would have no problem using Autumn to cat sit again. Strongly recommend.
- Irina M.
Brie M.
5.0
Incredible individual and professional. Best in the Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. Amazing is the most accurate description. My dog loves her so much she waits at the door for her each morning to arrive!!
- Brad S.
Michelle R.
5.0
Michelle is the best! My dogs love her and she took great care of them.
- Michele B.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Kensington, MD
In 2024 how much does a pet sitter cost in Kensington, MD?
Hiring a pet sitter in Kensington, MD will cost an average of $22.40 per hour as of May, 2024. 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 Kensington that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2024?
Pet sitters in Kensington, MD 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.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Kensington. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 5 pet sitters in Kensington, MD, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.