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Pet sitters in Merrillville, IN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willa. I come with plenty of experience with pets. I have worked at the South Suburban Pet shelter volunteering my time walking and comforting those fur babies in need. I have been foster mom for many litters of kittens. I have had a large Nordic pup and now my chihuahua Wally. I also have my puss Lee. I have...
Willa can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Willa was absolutely great with my Teo cat babies! They've never been away from home before and I must say after my weeks travel they were so comfortable when I picked them up, they didn't want to leave. I will be using Willa for all of my care needs"
Alicia R.
Melanie Y.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and reliable pet sitter for dogs, cats, and all manner of small furry creatures. I am happy to feed birds, turtles, and fish... but have limited experience. No snakes, spiders, lions, tigers, or bears. However I will consider pandas on a case by case basis!
My rates are $20+ for a daytime visit and $50+ for...
Melanie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, grooming, daily feeding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"So great to have found her. Just a gem!"
Sharon L.
5.0
(1)
My name is Asia and I'd love to watch your pets! I worked at an animal shelter for a year, and have my own car to get to you and your pet reliably!
Asia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Fallon F.
Portage, IN
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
I have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 rabbits.
I love animals and I take care of my family's animals. I pet sit for family.
I'm currently in the navy reserves, and I'm just trying to move out and make some extra money. I am very trustworthy and will treat your animals like my own.
Fallon can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"I have four dogs and four cats and she loves all of them and they love her to death. She is just like me, a big time animal lover. When I was gone on vacation I didn't have to worry about anything because she stayed at my house and took care of all of my animals...
Michelle Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have had over 17 years of experience on watching dogs and cats. I have had many different breeds to golden doodles, labs pit bulls and etc. I love dogs to much that I have some of my own. My duties are to clean up after them and take them for walks and also make sure that they are fed. I...
Saxon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Saxon cleans my home every week and helps with organization as well. She is punctual."
Elizabeth G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Denise. I have a home in a neighborhood in Cedar Lake. I have dog sat before. I have one dog, a terrier mix, who is 7 and laid back and all shots are up to date. I would be a good candidate because I have no other commitments. I live in a neighborhood where I could safely walk your dog. My dog will get along with...
Denise can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, boarding
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(1)
I have 1 dog and 1 cat. I have experience in walking dogs as well as taking care of them in your home, or mine is fine.
Kerry can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding
Amanda S.
Valparaiso, IN
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Will Care For Your Child Or Pet Like They Were My Own!
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm a skilled caregiver with a love for both people and animals. I am committed to offering the best standard of care and support, and have experience working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly, and respectful.
I like working with animals because I am...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Amanda is great with children and pets. She has a passion for helping people and caring for them. She loves animals and is studying to become a vet. I would hire Amanda anytime to watch my children or pet(s)."
Care member
Hi! I'm Katie, I'm 30 years old and I love animals! I have a cat named Simba. I grew up with all sorts of animals, I had frogs, birds, dogs, rabbits, hamsters and a very large fish tank. I've been pet sitting and dog walking since I was 13 years old. I would love to help your family out! Please reach out with any questions! :)
Katelin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 2 big dogs a cane corso and a bulldog. I love all dogs and have experience dog sitting lots of different breeds. Im comfortable boarding, sitting, and dog walking. Let me know if you think we would be a good fit! :)
Ava can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I have always loved animals and they are a passion of mine. I have 5 years of experience with pet walking and pet sitting. In addition, I am experienced in giving medication and prescription diets to dogs. I would love to help with any of your pet needs and I look forward to working with you and your pets!
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
My name is David and I have had pets as early as I can remember! I grew up with several dogs and cats and I volunteered at the Humane Society for two years working with a variety of dogs.
I also trained new volunteers at the Humane Society and evaluated the dogs that were brought in.
I have a lot of love for animals and look...
Cheyenne M.
Chesterton, IN
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide pet care in your own home. I have years of experience dealing with a variety of animals, including cats and dogs, birds, rabbits, small pets (hamsters, etc), hermit crabs and fish. I have a small amount of experience with large animals, such as horses, but I am a very quick learner and could become very good at caring...
Cheyenne can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Tyler S.
Flossmoor, IL
$15-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Tyler S., and I've always had a special bond with dogs. Growing up, I've had the joy of sharing my life with three wonderful canine buddies, Nyla, Buddah and Kelly. Each of them taught me valuable lessons about love, responsibility, and the importance of companionship.
I believe in making each dog's walk an...
Tyler can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I have loved taking care of my dogs and would love to help others feel at peace when needing a dog sitter. I had a Chihuahua for 15 years and recently rescued a Labrador Retriever.
Dalia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I graduated mid-term and will be attending university in the fall! I am looking for something to fill my time as well as to help save money for school!
Need a pet sitter? I'd love to help! Through my life I have had hamsters, birds, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, cats, dogs and more! I have also pet sat family, friends, and for...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I've pet sit many times. I love keeping pets - especially dogs and horses company when their owners are away !
Bryan W.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-15/hr
I currently have three pets (two cats and a dog) I have personally trained all of them from a young age. They all sit and come on command. I also am very patient with the animals and do not mind taking extra effort to make sure they are comfortable. All my animals are extremely friendly and well behaved.
Bryan can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation & more
I've been consecutively been dog sitting for two years! Im a current college student so finding any opportunity that can fit my school schedule would be great!
Miranda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, laid back, and outstanding
I like working with kids because they're so smart and never fail to brighten up your day
I started working with kids when I was young. I started babysitting my younger cousins around 12
In my spare time, I like to spend my day with my dogs
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Merrillville, IN
Willa H.
5.0
Willa was absolutely great with my Teo cat babies! They've never been away from home before and I must say after my weeks travel they were so comfortable when I picked them up, they didn't want to leave. I will be using Willa for all of my care needs
- Alicia R.
Melanie Y.
5.0
So great to have found her. Just a gem!
- Sharon L.
Fallon F.
5.0
Can tell she loves animals and never had a problem the several times she has helped me
- Karlo H.
Saxon S.
5.0
Saxon cleans my home every week and helps with organization as well. She is punctual.
- Elizabeth G.
Amanda S.
5.0
Amanda is great with children and pets. She has a passion for helping people and caring for them. She loves animals and is studying to become a vet. I would hire Amanda anytime to watch my children or pet(s).
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Merrillville, IN
In 2024 how much does a pet sitter cost in Merrillville, IN?
Hiring a pet sitter in Merrillville, IN will cost an average of $20.00 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 Merrillville 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 Merrillville, IN 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 Merrillville. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 2 pet sitters in Merrillville, IN, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.