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I have had experience with many different animals, I have cared for dogs, cats, hamsters, birds, lizards and many more. I have lived with two big pit-bull so I am not at all scared of them. I have dealt with grouchy cats and birds. so if you have a grouchy animal or a sweet pit (or any other animal) in need of sitting, walking,...
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
I've taken care of cats and dogs for the last couple of years. I've done everything, from simple dog walking once a day, to spending a whole week taking care of 5 dogs and 4 cats, that was quite and adventure!
My sister has also left me in charge of her cats several times and I have had my own pets too.
Sara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lydia E.
Severna Park, MD
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Lydia from Severna Park. I have a passion for taking care of animals. When I walk in a room, I usually gravitate towards the dog or the cat. I have a little dachshund myself named Otis who I love to come home to everyday! I'm available for pet sitting and dog walking during flexible times of the week!
Lydia can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Maria C.
Bowie, MD
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have my own transportation; my work schedule allows me to sit for animals up to 3 times a day if needed.
I have 1 dog and 2 cats. I have had pets for my whole life.
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
WALK OR RUN OPTION: Cat or dog sitting, and dog walking or running. I'm a runner, so if your dog needs more than a walk, I can help with that.
Sarah can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
My soon to be Daughter in Law has done pet sitting of cats and small dogs in our home. I was allowed to interact and care for the pets as well. I enjoyed caring for the pets so much that I want to pet sit as well. We have 2 cats in our household. I've cleaned up cat vomit, hairballs, scooped litter, and cleaned up cat poop as...
Cozette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
Growing up with dogs of various breeds and sizes has equipped me with a widespread knowledge of dogs and dog sitting abilities. From huskies to Yorkiepoos to pit bulls, I've been exposed to a number of different breed personalities and needs that make my services very well rounded. I absolutely adore animals and pets in general...
Leila can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Jessica O.
Gambrills, MD
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Jessica, I'm 18, and I'm from Odenton. I've been Pet-Sitting regularly since I was 14. I've done dog walking, cat-sitting, feeding, and other gnarly duties like administering medicine and cleaning up puke. I'm also familiar with farm-sitting. I've performed typical farm duties such as feeding, grooming, mucking out...
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting
Hannah H.
Annapolis, MD
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am a fun and energetic person that loves animals! I had pets growing up and have a sweet playful cat as an adult. I would love to dog sit or dog walk for you on a regular basis. I have experience watching dogs while families are away on vacation and I love making your dog feel like it's a vacation of their own! Plenty of...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Margaret H.
Bowie, MD
$12-50/hr
I'm an animal lover who grew up with dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, and turtles. I currently have two cats.
I am available for walkings, feedings, and sitting.
Margaret can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
*Currently available to work weekends starting the evening of Sep 8th. Thank you for understanding!
I love all animals and grew up with horses, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, bunnies, a goat, fish, and even a hedgehog! I even had a fish that lived for 10 years. He traveled to 4 different states with us while moving with the...
Janna can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking
Andrea M.
Lanham, MD
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi :)! My name is Andrea. I am a young artist, explorer, book, and animal lover! I've grown up with several animals myself, including dogs, cats, birds, and reptiles; so I am well experienced with taking care of your fur baby(or scaly baby haha). Being a pet owner myself to a cat and lizard, I know how our pets are our babies...
Andrea can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
FYI - I am a full-time government employee, with a Top-Secret Clearance since 1988.
Hello Pet Owner's, my name is " Rochelle" and I am an avid animal lover from Philadelphia, PA and serious PHILADELPHIA EGALES fan. I grew up with cats all my life. I currently have 4 at home with me but rarely disclose that information due to...
Rochelle D. can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am a huge animal person I have four dogs of my own and one cat my dogs are pitbulls so im very familiar with huge dogs and small dogs ive worked at a pet daycare so I know how to handle aggressive dogs and gentle dogs Im also a canine coach
Tatiana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Vanessa Z.
Edgewater, MD
$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dogs, Cats And Horses - Walks, Pet Sitting, Grooming And/or Light Training!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a non-smoking animal lover who has one 15-year-old cat and two dogs (five yrs and 4 mos.) who used two also have two horses. I used to walk dogs for an animal shelter and worked on two different horse farms for a total of 6 yrs. I'm available for dog walking on a regular schedule (or as-needed) and/or light training/...
Vanessa can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, dog training, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She is very reliable, punctual, dependable and excellent with animals. Animals are drawn to her innate warmth and kindness. They really respond to her and instinctively trust her right away."
Nanci K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Natalie and I'm 21 years old. I absolutely adore pets of all sizes. My mom has 3 golden doodles who are my whole world! I've completely grown up having dogs in the house, along with cats and fish many years ago. I currently have a bunny, a fish, and 3 hamsters!
I'm open to pet sitting & dog walking within my...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Natalie was great! She texted pictures of our fur-babies while were gone, which made us feel much more comfortable - considering we have a very-Sr. dog. The house was super-clean when we got back, and our animals were all very happy/well tended.
Will definitely...
Nicole And Matthew C.
Anna P.
Takoma Park, MD
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Anna! Currently I'm a cat mom and loving it and would love to help you! I've owned big dogs (Pit bulls) to small dogs (Yorkies). Love them all. Along with dogs, I had cats, turtles, rabbits, and birds. I love taking care of animals. I've worked for a Pet care company for a little over a year in Arlington called Time For A...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Anna is amazing with all types of pets. She took care of my cats, dogs, lizards and birds while my family was on vacation. Absolutely trustworthy, and reliable. My dogs loved her so much and I would hire her again in a heartbeat "
Care member
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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Meriam has worked for us on a number of assignments taking care of our two cats. We have had a number of people taking care of our pets and have found Meriam to be the best yet. If she sees something wrong or suspects that something is not right she immediately...
Charles R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
A little bit about me:
I like working with animals because I have always been around them growing up and have a special place in my heart for animals!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to spend time with animals and take care of them! I would love to have this opportunity before animals have always been a passion...
5.0
"Taylor was great! We got back from vacation to a clean house full of happy animals.
Will definitely rehire!"
Nicole And Matthew C.
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.
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Crofton, MD
Vanessa Z.
5.0
I feel lucky to have connected with Vanessa. She is super reliable, communicative, trustworthy, great with animals and responsible. I trust her with my dog and my home and I've felt comfortable with Vanessa since our first conversation. Highly recommend!!
- Courtney S.
Natalie T.
5.0
Natalie was great! She texted pictures of our fur-babies while were gone, which made us feel much more comfortable - considering we have a very-Sr. dog. The house was super-clean when we got back, and our animals were all very happy/well tended.
Will definitely rehire!
- Nicole And Matthew C.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna was fantastic with my 2 dogs and 5 cats. She made sure that they were well taken care of and fed and happy. Would recommend.
- 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.
Taylor B.
5.0
Taylor is the BEST! She watched our cats while we were on our honeymoon and did a fantastic job! She’s polite, friendly, and treats our furry friends like her own. She’s now our “go to” pet sitter and highly recommend her!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Crofton, MD
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Crofton, MD?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Crofton, MD through Care.com will cost an average of $13.00 per hour as of December, 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Crofton, MD?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Crofton, MD. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 3 cat sitters in Crofton, MD, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Crofton, MD?
The best cat sitters near you in Crofton, MD have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Crofton, MD?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Crofton, MD if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Crofton, MD?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Crofton, MD, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.