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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had 10+ years experience with sitting and caring for my sister's and room mates animals. They have ranged from 3 dogs, a cat, rabbit, cockatoo bird and Koi fish. I have enjoyed doing it and treat them as if they were my own. I try and keep them in their normal routines. Part of their care was giving them their...
Kenneth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Ken has been taking care of my cat for over 2 years now. He is very nice and a professional. My cat truly does not trust anyone, but he trust Ken almost immediately and loves him. Since Ken has taken care of my cat, I have never felt concern about traveling since I...
Carla P.
Teresa B.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a lover of all animals. I have owned several dogs, 2 birds, hermit crabs, fish and walking sticks as pets. I have been a pet sitter for my friend's dog, my co worker's dog, my aunt's cats, my grandmothers bird and my neighbor's turtle.
Teresa can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"We are so happy to have Teresa boarding for our pet. We are lucky to hire her in the last minute. I will definitely recommend her if you need a pet sitter or boarding she is great!!!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Loving pet parent available to walk your pups or make house calls for feeding, bedding changes, etc. I have experience with dogs, cats, birds, fish and various exotic reptiles, including snakes, lizards, and invertebrates. Please reach out with any questions!
Aaleah can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have years of personal experience with my own animals, as well as several years of experience pet sitting. I am comfortable and experienced with dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles and rodents.
Every day that your pet is in my care, I will text you information and pictures about how your pet behaved, how much he ate at mealtime,...
Meriam can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Meriam is wonderful! She took great care of my cats while I was away and sent regular photos and updates to let me know how they were doing. She was also flexible and easy to work with. I would definitely recommend Meriam for any pet care or other needs!"
Michelle J.
5.0
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Growing up I had birds, sugar gliders, rabbits, dogs, cats, turtles, snakes, newts, chinchillas, bearded dragons, fish and hermit crabs. I'm well versed in the care of animals and look forward to catering to any needs you have while out of town or just extra help around the house as well as transportation to and from...
Zachary can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Zac has worked for me and my family for 2 years and I have nothing but great things to say about Zac! Zac took excellent care of my children (8 and 10), cooked meals for my family, cleaned and did laundry. He became a part of my family and I would recommend him to...
Rosemary A.
Krysta C.
Sykesville, MD
$20-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
Responsible And Loving Pet Sitter With 7+ Years Of Experience
5.0
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Hi! My name is Krysta and I am here for your pet sitting needs and services.
I am currently a sophomore at the University of Maryland, College Park and I am looking for a pet sitting job while I am home for spring break. I consider myself to be very responsible, punctual, patient and nurturing, which I feel are important...
Krysta can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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"Krysta is amazing, She really loves what she does and it shows. She took excellent care of all our pets while we were away. She was very communicative and always let me know how my pets were doing.
I HIGHLY recommend her. "
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Deborah S.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Will Love Your Fur, Or Feathered, Babies As My Own!
5.0
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Hello, all! My name is Deborah. I'm a caring and responsible college student wanting to help out and look after some four legged friends. I provide pet-sitting services in your home. I have experience looking after a variety of pets. I have two dogs and I also recently added a kitten to the family. I've had hamsters, a bunny and...
Deborah can also help with: Administration of medicine
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"I have hired Deborah on many occasions for care of my dog. For daily care, and overnite, as long as 5 days. Deborah moved into my house to care for my sick dog. I was away and needed my dog home after a traumatic and life threatening illness. Deborah was quick to...
Lauren G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me first say that I truly love animals! I have watched many dogs, both big and small, but am comfortable with all breeds. I love cats, rabbits, birds, small animals, and exotic animals.
I am also a good listener and understand your individual needs for your pet.
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting & more
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My name is Erin, I am born and raised in Maryland. I have grown up around animals. I love animals so much. I currently have two dogs. Both weigh around 65lbs. I also have experience with smaller and larger dogs. All of my paid experience is caring for dogs. I do have experience with cats, birds, hamsters, sugar gliders,...
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, dog training
I have had a variety of pets in my life all of which I had to care for in a variety of different ways and a variety of lengths of time! I am a dog, cat, fish, bird, you name it lover! I am not only able to offer care but cuddles, play time, cleaning, and walking! I take care of anyone's pets as if they are my own!
Casey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kayla M.
Odenton, MD
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have helped family, friends & others with various pet care over the years! I have experience with puppies, dogs, cats, and even birds. Can help out dog sitting, walks, feeds, and play time!
Kayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Misteria H.
Baltimore, MD
$29/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as funny, very caring and trustworthy
I like working with animals because I have a soft spot for cats and dogs I have two dogs and one bird at home and I love them with all my heart
In my spare time, I like to watch tv, cook, go to the gym
One thing you should know about me is I'm very...
Misteria can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! My name is Leigha, and I have always had a passion for caring for animals. I have 3 and a half years of paid animal care experience. I had my first job at an exotic fish and pet store when I was 15, and have worked at a local animal hospital for the past 2 and a half years. I have experience with wing and nail trims on...
Leigha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding, pet transportation
Eillonwy A.
Olney, MD
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Eillonwy, and I've been taking care of many types of animals since I was a kid. For over a year I've been a volunteer at Animal Services and Adoption Center where I work with cats and small mammals; I've had pet dogs, cats, fish, birds, mice, and now a leopard gecko; I volunteered for years taking care of...
Eillonwy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I have many years caring for various animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, turtles. I can provide references.
I have a lot of compassion for animals. I've rescued stunned and stranded birds, and live- trapped my own cat living at a rest stop. She is a joy.
Other skills include communications, planning, deadlines,...
Felicia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Audrey S.
Baltimore, MD
$22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience with and have owned exotics for over 10 years. Most recent addition to my pet family is a 6 1/2-year-old dog named Shep- he is a Black Mouth Cur mix and such a snugglebus who regularly allows our neighbor's cat to come in and take over his bed. I grew up with dogs and cats, feed the squirrels in my backyard,...
Audrey can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Eileen G.
Silver Spring, MD
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Eileen and I am a life long animal lover and pet owner. I've owned and trained dogs, cats, small birds and rodents. Currently I am the proud pup parent to Jake, a 90 lb. labradoodle! I fully understand how pets are beloved and treasured members of the family, and I would love to help care for yours! If it's a brisk long...
Eileen can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
Marissa D.
Parkville, MD
$15-18/hr
I have a dog and a cat and have raised them both into friendly and well mannered animals. I've also taken care of exotic animals such as birds and bearded dragons and lizards and geicos for a friend when she's been away! Hope to hear back from you!
Marissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I've always wanted a career with animals. My mom had a lot of experience with them. She worked at various animal shelters and veterinarian hospitals. As a kid, I would bring home helpless/hurt animals. My mom would teach me how to care for them until they were able to be released. My mother's passion for animals passed on to me....
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Norma W.
Glen Burnie, MD
$15-20/hr
I love animals in general but more
Incline to dogs and birds I'll be happy to know my new friend, hopefully you contact me soon
Norma can also help with: Pet walking
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Recent bird sitter reviews from local pet parents in Ellicott City, MD
Kenneth N.
5.0
Ken has been taking care of my cat for over 2 years now. He is very nice and a professional. My cat truly does not trust anyone, but he trust Ken almost immediately and loves him. Since Ken has taken care of my cat, I have never felt concern about traveling since I know he will stay home with my...
- Carla P.
Teresa B.
5.0
We are so happy to have Teresa boarding for our pet. We are lucky to hire her in the last minute. I will definitely recommend her if you need a pet sitter or boarding she is great!!!
- Care member
Meriam D.
5.0
Meriam answered my request right away and we were able to meet the same day. Which was great because I was in a bind. As soon as me and my pups met her, she was it. Extremely friendly, knowledgeable, my pups are in love, I'm pretty sure they will be happier when I'm away from home now, because they...
- Briannon B.
Zachary H.
5.0
Zac has worked for me and my family for 2 years and I have nothing but great things to say about Zac! Zac took excellent care of my children (8 and 10), cooked meals for my family, cleaned and did laundry. He became a part of my family and I would recommend him to anyone in need of someone loyal and...
- Rosemary A.
Krysta C.
5.0
Krysta is amazing, She really loves what she does and it shows. She took excellent care of all our pets while we were away. She was very communicative and always let me know how my pets were doing.
I HIGHLY recommend her.
- Care member
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FAQ for finding bird sitters near you in Ellicott City, MD
What do bird sitters near me in Ellicott City, MD do?
A bird sitter can act as a babysitter for your pet bird. They can make sure your bird has enough fresh food and water. They can also play with them and clean their cages. The bird sitter may need to administer medicine if that’s something your bird requires. When hiring a bird sitter near you in Ellicott City, MD, it’s important you interview them and make sure you’re on the same page about what types of responsibilities you need them to take on.
How much do bird sitters cost near me in Ellicott City, MD?
Hiring a bird sitter near you in Ellicott City, MD costs an average of $16.33 per hour as of March, 2025. Bird sitter rates will vary depending on where you live, how many birds require care, and the types of services you may need. Bird sitters may also choose to charge a fixed day rate for their services.
How can I find a bird sitter near me in Ellicott City, MD?
You can use Care.com to help you find a bird sitter near you by filtering and sorting local bird sitter profiles by distance from Ellicott City. You can compare bird sitter options near you by reading about their experience and the types of services they offer. You can even read reviews from other bird owners.
Is it safe to hire a pet bird sitter near me in Ellicott City, MD?
While we strongly recommend you do your own research (such as conducting an independent background check and interviews) before hiring anyone to come into your home to care for your pet birds, we do ask all bird sitters on Care.com to complete a background check called a Care Check. If a provider near you in Ellicott City, MD completes this background check, there will be a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What kind of birds can I hire a bird sitter for near me in Ellicott City, MD?
You can use Care.com to search for more general pet sitters and bird sitters. You can also look for bird sitters that specialize in certain types of birds such as an exotic bird sitter or parrot sitter. If you own farm animals such as ducks or chickens, you can also look for specialized care. The type of caregivers available in your area can vary near you in Ellicott City, MD.