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Lindy Z.

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home and mine. I'm a pet sitter and walker with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love animals of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, check ins, boarding, and walking.

Care Member says "I've used Lindy to care for my pets for several years now. She treats my pets like her own. I like that my pets are cared for in a home rather than a...

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Lindsay M.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Lindsay. I'm a nanny/house manager of 7 years, stepmom of 2 sweet girlies, and fur mommy of 1 giant puppy, and 3 kitties. I have always loved animals and can easily connect with them even when they are typically shy around new people. I have had several different pets from the time that I was 7 years old...
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Christina H.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Christina! I'm currently working as a full time Veterinary Technician and have been in the veterinary field for 5+ years! I am wanting to broaden my horizon and gain more experience by caring for animals/ and pet sitting. I'd describe my personality as friendly, punctual, and organized. In my spare time, I like...

Sarah H. says "Christina took such amazing care of my babies! She made sure to send pictures and videos of them each day and kept me updated! She was very sweet and...

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Helesha B.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Boarding , Pet sitting , check ins and Pet Walking. I am reliable and have a passion for animals. I am in tune to what they need and make sure I care for your fur babies as if they are my own. I also can pick up your child from school and drop them off at home or another activity when...

Tim B. says "I have known Helesha for most of my adult life, and I can say that she is 100% dependable and trustworthy for any service that you need. She is especially...

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Tara O.

Available When Needed

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
grooming
boarding
+ 1 more
I currently have a house full of my own animals and have pet sit for countless families in Jacksonville.

Tracy R. says "Tara took wonderful care of my cats while I was away for a week! Not only did she take care of their daily needs, she played with them & sent me pictures,...

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Amelia C.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Amelia and am looking for families to help pet sit for! I have been house sitting for neighbors, family friends, and others for about 4 years now. I have always had a love for pets and hope to continue my pet sitting while home for the summer as well as when away at school in Florida. Thank you so much for considering...

Care Member says "Mia is the absolute best! I have complete peace of mind whenever she watches my furry crew: Blue, my dog, and my 3 cats. Mia treats them all with love...

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Karen H.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
from
$9/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello! I have been married for 34 years and have 2 grown sons. I have always had dogs or cats and currently have a lab mix named Stella. She is a rescue, almost 2 and full of energy. My pets have always been family members and I have had them all big and small. I am available for daily walks, playtime mealtimes including...
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Christina O.

Pet Caretaker Extraordinaire!

Lakeland, FL

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I'm a homeschool mom of one (and I have 2 adult kids) with no set schedules. I've worked at an animal hospital for over 8 years and I have had pets all my life. I also take care of my garden! Let me know how I can help YOU!
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Belkys H.

Pets Care

Lakeland, FL

from
$15/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
All my live I had all kind of dogs. I did everything for them since feeding them to giving them medication, I know how to earn their trust also I know how control them and stay in control in any situation. I love to play with them, they are angels in this world.
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Mia B.

Experienced Care Giver

Lakeland, FL

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
From the time I was 15 I have been in child care. I worked for the JCC in the infant room on vacations from school in high school and babysat privately for an amazing family from 2016-18. When I moved away for college I began private babysitting and pet sitting for families around campus. I've been around animals and children my...
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Skyler H.

Lakeland, FL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have strong skills in pet sitting, including feeding, walking, and providing attentive care to animals of all kinds. My deep love for animals drives me to treat every pet as if they were my own, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and loved. I have 5 years of experience anywhere from dog walking to watching cats or dogs in the...
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Britney H.

Great Sitter And Animal Lover

Lakeland, FL

from
$50/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
daily feeding
My special skills consist of good time management, organizing clutter, common sense, training, and caring for dogs. I signed up for care. com to happily make a living for myself and to help others in life. I am a trustworthy and hard-working individual.
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Kaydene R.

Lakeland, FL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Hi! I'm Kaydene :) Local Tampa transplant with a lifelong love for dogs. I have been professionally dog-sitting for just a year but have taken care of various pets over the course of my life. I also have always had cats so am very familiar and love them as well! I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and loving...
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Callahan G.

Pet-Sitter

Lakeland, FL

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have been pet sitting for three years through the rover app and for families in my old neighborhood. I am good with any pet and any size pet.
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Sierra W.

Occasional Dog Lover Available!

Lakeland, FL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes, and ages. Will take on walks, play with and love on your furry baby while you are away!
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Angelica C.

Caring, Serious And Affectionate With Pets

Lakeland, FL

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I have over 5 years of experience caring for pets. I love working with animals and providing them with the love and attention they need when their owners are unable to be with them. I am trained to administer medication if necessary and I ensure each pet feels safe and comfortable in my care. I can offer walks, home...
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Paige H.

Fun Sitter

Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
Hi my name is Paige! My services vary from childcare, pet care and house keeping. I currently teach children at my church ages 9-16 and occasionally babysit ages 2-5. I have a passion for helping children learn. I can provide indoor and outdoor play, crafts, learning activities, cool science experiments and more! I'm open to and...
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Sabrina G.

Your Pets Favorite Caregiver!!:)

Lakeland, FL

from
$12/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
pet transportation
boarding
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as very outgoing and open minded I love to talk about anything once I get going! I like working with animals because it's very relaxing and I am a college student so it gives me time to pursue my passions! I love a good snuggle while watching as well! :) I'm looking for a job that help me gain...
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Celia W.

Lakeland, FL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Pet sitting since I was 13, I have experience caring for both dogs and cats of all ages. I'm attentive to pets with special needs and comfortable administering medications as directed. My priority is making sure your pets feel safe and happy while you're away. I offer drop-in visits, dog walks, and overnight care, with flexible...
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Lauren H.

Lakeland, FL

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I love animals! I have a big black lab so I am used to dogs and have pet sit for years for dogs and cats!
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  • 60 pet sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.70/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet sitters is 5.0

Recent pet sitter reviews from local parents in Lakeland, FL

Pet Sitters in Lakeland, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed pet sitters

Lindy Z.

I've used Lindy to care for my pets for several years now. She treats my pets like her own. I like that my pets are cared for in a home...

- Care member

Christina H.

Christina took such amazing care of my babies! She made sure to send pictures and videos of them each day and kept me updated! She was very...

- Sarah H.

Helesha B.

I have known Helesha for most of my adult life, and I can say that she is 100% dependable and trustworthy for any service that you need....

- Tim B.

FAQs for finding pet sitters in Lakeland, FL

Hiring a pet sitter in Lakeland, FL will cost an average of $15.70 per hour as of November, 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 Lakeland that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.

Pet sitters in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 57 pet sitters in Lakeland, FL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

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