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60 cat sitters are listed in Gaithersburg, MD
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 3 years
Cat sitters in Gaithersburg, MD
Yadira S.
Rockville, MD
$25-35/hr
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Trustworthy reliable Pet sitting with many years of experience with cats , dogs, birds, fish , turtles etc. will make sure they have all the food they need and company they need, your pet will receive the care , love and attention they crave and deserve
Yadira can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Yadira took excellent care of my two cats while I was out of town for a few days. She was very friendly, caring, thorough, always on-time, and willing to go above and beyond what was asked of her. My cats and I would highly recommend her for taking care of your...
Justin M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience with caring for my cat. I can help with Pet Sitting and Grooming/Brushing. I love cats with every fiber of my being and will definitely love your cat! (:
Autumn can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Autumn is a true cat lover and took excellent care of our beloved cat for a week. I would have no problem using Autumn to cat sit again. Strongly recommend."
Irina M.
Elizabeth V.
Kensington, MD
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter/House Sitter With Years of Experience And Excellent References
5.0
(2)
I cared for three cats in their Easton, MD home for nearly four years until their owner, K. moved to Texas. I had a key to her home and visited her cats daily when she was out of town. I also brought in the mail daily and sometimes shopped for cat food and other pet and household supplies. She was very happy with my services,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Elizabeth (Liz) joined us when my son was 3months old and cared for him full time for a year until he started daycare. We still do ask her for help sometimes on the weekends.
She has a caring personality that makes her a wonderful person to work with kids. As...
Preitha M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Throughout childhood and beyond, I've been raised with dogs, cats, fish and rabbits. I absolutely love animals. I have volunteered at various animal shelters and have worked at an animal kennel/animal hospital for three years. I have experience with handling dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes and temperaments. I also have...
Christine can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Topic was actually Errands. Christine was great; quick to respond, covered everything I needed and even navigated through a problem when what I wanted to buy wasn't available. Recommend 100%."
Gretchen F.
5.0
(1)
I love taking care of animals! I have worked in pet sitting and walking and the local Parks department in for animal care. From dogs, to cats, to lizards, to hedgehogs, I love caring for all animals big and small. I am a full time student and very caring, attentive, and kind.
Paige can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 20 and attend the University of South Carolina. Growing up, my family always had some mixture of dogs and cats. Me and my siblings were responsible for walking the dogs, cleaning the cat litter, and feeding/caring for them all.
At home in Maryland our family has an old dog who needs a lot of help and...
Elena can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Over that past few years, my neighbors and care. com clients have asked me to watch over their house, get the mail, and watch after their pets while they are away. A majority of my clients are dog or cat lovers so I have years of experience caring for dogs and cats. Currently, my family and I have two puppies, a snake, a lizard,...
Raven can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"This was my first time leaving my cats with a sitter and Raven made me feel so at ease! She took such good care of them and sent me pictures everyday. I would definitely hire her again and would recommend her to anyone who's looking for a dependable and loving...
Mariah M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Fun and energetic pet sitter at your service! I've been pet sitting and dog walking for 20+ years and have loved some very special creatures!!!
Animal experience includes: dogs, cats, fish, turtles, ferrets, mice, snakes, turkeys, chickens, ducks, rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, birds, goats, horses, and lizards.
Have...
Emilie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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
I have 2 dogs and a turtle and many years of experience taking care of others and my own pets. I also have a lot of experience doing volunteer work for mainly dogs and cats of older age.
Marina can also help with: Pet sitting
I have grown up with three dogs and two cats. I walk dogs for my neighbors as well and I have pet sitted 5 separate times in the past.
Kylie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have two amazing doggies of my own, Mila and MochaLoka, Shihpoos. I have worked with pet care services for four years as a dog walker, been an animal sitter for several various dogs and cats as well as care for a family dog for 13 years. Mila is a certified therapy dog with PAL, People Animals Love, a nonprofit organization in...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi, My name is Denise. I am married with 6 cats. They range in age from 2-17 years old. We also have an aquarium and was raised always with pets. I had dogs and cats as well as parakeet.
Denise can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding & more
Karina C.
Rockville, MD
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Karina and I love animals! I don t have much experience with dog sitting as I am new to this. However, I have 2 dogs and a cat of my own. I am loving, caring and always wanting to make sure my (and your) pets are safe and happy.
Karina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi there. I would love to pet sit for your family this summer while you are away. During the school year I am an elementary school teacher with MCPS. I am a caring and responsible young professional. I have experiences pet sitting for many families' cats and dogs. I am comfortable with caring for and walking dogs if all sizes as...
Abby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I love taking care of animals and making sure all of their needs are met. I have lots of experience as a paid pet sitter and also have grown up with many animals in my house throughout my life such as cats, dogs, guinea pigs, birds, and others. I am a reliable and responsible care giver!
Dillon can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Haily G.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience pet sitting. On occasion I am available to take your pet into my own home but usually I come to your house. I've got experience watching dogs of all sizes, ages, and temperaments as well as have experience sitting for cats and other small animals.
Haily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am a lover of all animals! I have two dogs (beagles) and one cat (tabi). I've petsat for a couple years to various owners and loved every bit of it. I will ensure your pet will receive the best care because I know I would want the same for my animals.
Sindi can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
A trustworthy and reliable pet sitter with 7 years of experience working with animals, such dogs , cats , fish ... offering my services to take care your pets while owners are away. key responsibilities in providing food and water, regular exercise, providing companionship, give rewards and treats for good behavior, ensure...
Yadira can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have been living with and watching dogs and cats for years! I grew up with a Cat and watched dogs.
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Gaithersburg, MD
Yadira S.
5.0
Yadira took excellent care of my two cats while I was out of town for a few days. She was very friendly, caring, thorough, always on-time, and willing to go above and beyond what was asked of her. My cats and I would highly recommend her for taking care of your pets!
- Justin M.
Autumn M.
5.0
Autumn is a true cat lover and took excellent care of our beloved cat for a week. I would have no problem using Autumn to cat sit again. Strongly recommend.
- Irina M.
Elizabeth V.
5.0
Elizabeth (Liz) joined us when my son was 3months old and cared for him full time for a year until he started daycare. We still do ask her for help sometimes on the weekends.
She has a caring personality that makes her a wonderful person to work with kids. As parents, this allows us as to be...
- Preitha M.
Christine G.
5.0
Topic was actually Errands. Christine was great; quick to respond, covered everything I needed and even navigated through a problem when what I wanted to buy wasn't available. Recommend 100%.
- Gretchen F.
Raven L.
5.0
This was my first time leaving my cats with a sitter and Raven made me feel so at ease! She took such good care of them and sent me pictures everyday. I would definitely hire her again and would recommend her to anyone who's looking for a dependable and loving sitter.
- Mariah M.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Gaithersburg, MD
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Gaithersburg, MD?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Gaithersburg, MD through Care.com will cost an average of $16.79 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 Gaithersburg, MD?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Gaithersburg, MD. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 19 cat sitters in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, MD?
The best cat sitters near you in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, MD?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, MD?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Gaithersburg, 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.
Ratings for Gaithersburg, MD cat sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Cat Sitters in Gaithersburg, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters.