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Find cat sitters in Portland, ME that you’ll love

60 cat sitters are listed in Portland, ME

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 4 years

Cat sitters in Portland, ME

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Alexis G.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Amy A.

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Hanna M.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Cat Lover

Hi there! I am looking to add pet sitting into my schedule. I have various pet experience, mostly in caring for friends' pets. I have a 4-year-old cat, Frankie, and I know how important it is to have someone make them comfortable while you're away. I also volunteer at a cat shelter, so I have experience with cats of all...
Hanna can also help with: Pet sitting
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Madeleine W.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Whether you need someone trustworthy and reliable to watch your pets while you are a way or someone to help out with private walks and outings, I am happy to help! I offer over 10 years of paid experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, fish, and horses. I also have a dog of my own! I will give your pets plenty of love...
Madeleine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Karen S.


Portland, ME

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Care While You're Not There

My father has been training dogs for over 30 years, and my Mother even longer. I grew up with over 15 dogs and cats; and this does not include the rescue dogs nor the dogs my Dad took in for sitting or training. The breeds included German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Belgian Malinois, Retrievers, and Shelties. I also pet-sat for some...
Karen can also help with: Daily feeding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Eden M.


Portland, ME

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Dog Walker And Sitter

Hi! My name is Eden, I'm a Portland native and am a big animal lover! I have a dog and 2 cats of my own, all whom are rescues. In addition, I have some experience training dogs, and roughly 3 years of dog walking and sitting. I'm patient, reliable, and loving! If you're interested, I'd love to hear more about what you're looking...
Eden can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Abigail W.


Portland, ME

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

I am a very patient, caring, energetic pet sitter and walker. I provide service in your home or outdoors. I have many years of personal experience working around pets, as well as simply spending time with them. I've worked around various dog breeds along with various cat breeds, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, and other pets. I am a...
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Aloha! I am a lover of furry/feathery friends and am here to help! I grew up on a farm with goats, horses, chickens, a dog and cats and have also worked on several farms where animal care was required. I am available to come feed and care for your animals, walk your dog, house sit or even care for your dog in my own home....
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Eden B.


Portland, ME

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

I Love All Pets!!

Hello! I am an 18-year-old college student who is currently attending the University of Southern Maine in Portland. I am a huge lover of all animals m, and have many at home myself. The hardest part about being away at college is how much I miss them! I left behind three cats, two dogs, three fish, and lots of chickens. I only...
Eden can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Natalie S.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I have many years of experience pet sitting as well as a dog and cat of my own, happy to walk, pet sit, and help with light house cleaning/transportation!!
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Eilish C.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Holiday Pet Sitter

I have intermittent experience in basic dog and cat sitting with dog breeds including smaller terriers and larger retrievers. I have experience in basic feeding and cleaning, as well as walking and play.
Eilish can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Jane E.


Portland, ME

$16-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hello! My name is Jane. I am 25 years old. I recently moved to Portland to pursue a masters in occupational therapy. I am currently working at a school for children with autism spectrum disorder. I started babysitting in high school and have worked in afterschool programs and nannying positions ever since. I am working or in...
Jane can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm an animal lover with experience both cat and dog sitting! I have a flexible schedule and love exploring new and old areas on long walks! Happy to provide references.
Cora can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I have always loved cats and dogs, and grew up with cats! I currently have 1 cat named sunnie and a dog named Polly! I've never been a pet sitter before but I just adore animals
Abigail can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Scarlett W.


Portland, ME

$8-13/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Pet Sitter

Hi, I'm Scarlett! I've been caring for animals since I was a kid, when my mom and I were the go-to pet sitters in our community in the Bahamas. Since then, I've continued pet sitting in NYC and beyond, caring for cats, dogs, fish, and more. I have experience with feeding, walking, administering medications, and providing loving...
Scarlett can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Meredith G.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Pet sitter

I have a lot of experience babysitting with children between the ages of 2 and 10. Also, growing up with 8 horses and cats and dogs, I am very comfortable watching pets. I truly enjoy both tasks and would love to help out!
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Bridget M.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Loving Pet Caregiver

Ever since I could remember I've been extremely interested in caring toward animals. Having many different pet species growing up from dogs, cats, to reptiles, hamsters, birds, I've helped to care for all! Come to think of it, I've had dogs with me my whole life :) I currently have two small dogs. Addition to my ownership...
Bridget can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, grooming & more
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Joce L.


Portland, ME

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Sitter!

Hi! My name is Jocelyn, and I'm a psychology student at Roger Williams University. I am a cat owner, and I would love to take care of your pets! Feel free to reach out to me.
Joce can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Sarah M.


Portland, ME

$16-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! I have over six years of (paid) experience pet sitting but I have grown up with animals my entire life. My family always had dogs and cats and my aunt had horses and I would spend many days on the farm in the summer with many types of animals! I love and am comfortable with all animals. I currently volunteer at a cat...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Laura P.


Portland, ME

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I've been pet sitting for many years. I prefer smaller dogs (but not a deal breaker) and cats. I have my own car and am comfortable taking dogs for walks.
Laura can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Zoe R.


Portland, ME

$20-23/hr2 yrs exp

Looking For Pet Sitting Work During Mid February!

Hello, I am looking to help out with house or pet sitting during the month of February, especially during the days of 2/15-2/19. I have experience pet sitting dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, and fish. I have my own car and am willing to travel to the Southern Maine area!
Zoe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation

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