I have had pets all my life, from dogs and cats to rodents to lizards and birds. I love animals but also have a healthy respect for them. I believe they have different mentalities regarding dependent upon their backgrounds, e. g. dogs are of a pack mentality vs cats are more individual, rabbits have more of a prey mentality vs...
Vet Assistant and Huge Animal Lover!
I am adept at caring for all types of pets, whether it be a bird, amphibian, dog, bunny.. etc, I am confident in my ability to follow their care routine. I am a vet assistant and spend 40+ hrs a week caring for animals. I have also raised/rescued my own array of ducks, chickens, dogs cats...
Sophia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have grown up having dogs and was responsible for caring for my dog Bingo. I also love cats, several roommates of mine have had cats and I've bonded well with them over the years. I've also had some light experience with birds, I have rescued lost parrots and parakeets on a few occasions and cared for them until I located...
Claire can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello,
If your looking for childcare, I've had 10 plus years experience caring for children. I've worked at churches, summer camps and I also have 2 kids.
If your looking for housekeeping, I've done many housekeeping jobs for people for more then three years. I love to clean and perfect homes to be in tip top shape. Please...
Destiny can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Hello!
I love animals and have been around them my whole life. I grew up with a small zoo so I have experience with less-common animals like reptiles, birds and even horses!
I am very comfortable with everyday pet care, I love dog walks and can manage meds or sick/elder pet care with a calm, reassuring approach.
I am a...
Iris can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have lived with animals my entire life! I grew up with a German Shepherd & several cats. I also have experience with rodents, marsupials, fish, reptiles and birds.
Currently, we have a 9yo German Shepherd/Shiba Inu mix who would love to make some new friends! Yoshiba grew up in a household with 3 cats, so she is very...
I love and respect animals and believe they truly make our lives better. They deserve to be treated with kindness and dignity.
I'd describe my personality as Kind, Reliable, Compassionate
I like working with animals because they are the epitome of unconditional love and devotion.
I'm looking for a job that gives me a sense...
Deborah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
At the moment can't take any dogs into my house. Willing to take and keep clean.
I'd describe my personality as logical happy gamer
I like working with animals because loved animals even rats to birds.
I'm looking for a job that can help make me a better person and person. That willing to teach me new things.
I started...
Im a animal lover I have had dogs, cats, birds, snakes, frogs, horses, turttle, fish. and I jsut love how free they are
I'm looking for a job that works well with my sechdule
One thing you should know about me is is responsible , have excellent work ethic, my own transportation terrified of being late so always early
Laurel can also help with: Grooming, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Animal lover and mom to 2 teenage boys, 2 beautiful kitties and 2 amazing pups.
I grew up with dogs, cats, birds, chickens and goats and I have a lifelong love of all animals.
In my adult life I've had cats, dogs, rabbits and even a couple of sweet domesticated rats.
My boys are getting older and spending less time at home...
Gail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I have had a passion for animals my entire life. I've rescued quite a bit of animals and also helped my family with rescues, including cats and dogs. I love all breeds! I have taken care of dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and horses. My family is very animal friendly so I've grown up learning how to treat every animal like a family...
Ashlynn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Enjoy your time together and leave the maintenance to me! I provide exercise, grooming, training, and pet sitting services. I have over 20 years experience caring for birds, snakes, cats, dogs, or horses. I am comfortable administering meds and caring for the needs of your elderly pet. I'd be happy to house-sit, bringing in the...
Tanya can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, boarding & more
I have over 18 years of experience working with multiple different breeds of animals, including the exotics (lizards, birds, snakes etc), and livestock. I have spent most of my life caring for people's pets, and working on making pet sitting have a better name. I am devoted to loving and caring for client's pets unconditionally...
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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"Michelle took care of my dog, cat, house and plants for 2 separate weeks over the last year. She was amazing!! I couldn't recommend anyone better!"
I have over 10 years of experience in caring for cats, dogs, bunnies, and birds, primarily through informal arrangements. Most of my experience involves pet-sitting exchanges with friends, although I have also taken on paid pet-sitting and house-sitting roles with pets. I am committed to obtaining any necessary certifications to...
Alexandria can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Over the years I've had the great pleasure of living with many different pets:
Dogs
Cats
Rabbits
Birds
Hamsters
Rats
Bearded Dragons
and
Snakes
Additionally, I have friends with geese, ducks, chickens, turkeys, and sheep. So I'm familiar with some farm critters. I doubt it will apply here, but just in case, I'm also comfortable...
For 5-6 months I worked as a pack leader at a dog daycare facility. My duties included monitoring daycare dogs in a pack setting, cleaning the facility, exercising dogs with walks and ball play, caring for/feeding boarding dogs, and performing grooming services such as nail trims, baths and ear cleaning. I worked with a a large...
Christine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Hi, I'm Ethan! I'm an animal lover at heart, and grew up surrounded by a wide variety of pets. Cats, dogs, fish, birds, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs- you name it, I've raised it!
Ethan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi everyone! My name is Grace and I would love to pet sit for you.
My experience would be about 10 years. I have had animals my entire life including Cats, Dogs (of every size and weight), birds, fish, reptiles and more. Many were family pets and have passed away, but I now have my two kiddos Koda (Yorkshire terrier) and Olive...
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I am a lover of all pets. I have been caring for dogs and cats since I was young. I currently have two dogs that I have raised since they were puppies. I have plenty of experience with fish, amphibians, reptiles, and birds. I have never met an animal that I do not like!
FAQ for finding bird sitters near you in Portland, OR
What do bird sitters near me in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR, 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 Portland, OR?
Hiring a bird sitter near you in Portland, OR costs an average of $18.02 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 Portland, OR?
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 Portland. 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 Portland, OR?
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 Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR?
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 Portland, OR.