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Lexi B.
Swarthmore, PA
$16-25/hr
Hi! My name is Lexi, and I live in Somerville, MA. I have a current full time job as a research assistant at Boston Medical Center Psychiatry department and I also nanny on the week days. So I am available week nights as well as most weekends (which I'd prefer)! I have grown up with 3 dogs in my house as well as a cat, and I...
Lexi can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've taken care of neighbors' dogs and cats for them while they were away. I love all types of animals. I'm happy to walk dogs, scoop boxes, and do whatever I need to do for the animals while their owners are gone!
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Judith L.
Haverford, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired RN (Temple University Hospital School of Nursing, 1966) looking for cat sitting/caring positions. I have many years of caring for my own furry babies (cats) who have thoroughly trained me to their expectations. I also grew up with dogs, but at this stage of my life, I would be looking for cat care positions,...
Judith can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"SERIOUSLY - The Best Cat Sitter
You can relax and know your fur babies are in the best care. Judy is not only giving your cat(s) the best care and attention but with each visit she sends pictures and a report detailing her time with them. Communication is great!...
Brett S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved all animals! Dogs, cats, rodents, reptiles, birds, you name it! I grew up with a cat and a dog so I know how to care for animals daily. My dog also takes medication so I am comfortable giving any pills if necessary. I also picked up many dog sitting jobs for family friends and neighbors. I can come by for...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Jenny is very friendly, considerate and reliable! She has helped me many times with walking my dog and takes great care of him. I recommend her to others!"
Paige C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love friendly animals and taking care of your animals will be my pleasure. I will make sure your animals are well fed and taken care of. I will also play with them or let them sit on my lap while I rub them and give them some treats. If you have cats and they are anything like my two cats then they will know when it's time to...
Sheena can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Sheena was amazing - such a big help in taking care of our cat while we were away for the holidays. When we got back she showed us pictures from her visits with the cat and kept us posted while we were away as well."
Hanne B.
5.0
(3)
Hello- Looking for pet sitting/pet care jobs. I have 2 dogs and 1 cat and have had a dog since I was a kid. One of my dogs has diabetes so I'm expericed with administering insulin shots and giving meds. I volunteer with Catnip rescue which I love. While I mostly have experience with dogs and cats, I have also cared for a bunny...
Margaret can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Margaret was great with my 11 month old baby. She also took care of my two wild dogs for my husband and I while we did a night out. Would absolutely recommend Margaret to any other parent; dog or human!"
Care member
Cassandra K.
Prospect Park, PA
$15-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 rottweilers named Lilly and Roxy and a cat named Gizmo. I grew up around animals my whole life, and I absolutely adore all animals especially my own. I have a lot of free time for anyone who needs a pet sitter. Let me know if you have any other questions!
Norisdely C.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Animal Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care As Well As For In-Home/Overnight Care.
5.0
(2)
My love of animals was instill in me from an early age, growing up we had every pet you can think of. Birds, turtles, hamsters, a dog, a cat and even, a rabbit! I have transitioned that love into adulthood by pet sitting many cats and dogs. I have experience walking and caring for all types of dogs, from a 7 pound chihuahua to a...
Norisdely can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Noris is always dependable and able to come help us in a pinch. She is also extremely respectful of our home and responsible when it comes to caring for our dog. Would highly recommend!"
Peter V.
Jordan G.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jordan and I am a student at UPenn. I am 23 and I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. I love animals, and I have a dog named Duke at home. In the past, I had two gold fish and I have pet sit for cats and walked dogs for neighbors. As an ex-soccer player, I love to run and I am open to taking your dog on a...
Jordan can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking
4.0
(1)
I am a big animal lover. My entire life, I have always had some kind of pet. I have had dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rats, reptiles, fish, and everything. Not only have I had pets but whenever I would visit my aunt, it was like going to a farm. She had everything from goats to bunnies. I also have worked at a pet store for 4 years....
Elisha can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
4.0
"If our schedules had lined up just a bit better I would have hired Elisha. My girls really liked her and I felt very comfortable trusting her to care for them."
Kathryn J.
Arianna H.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have six years of paid experience as a pet caretaker. My clients include individuals and families with:
-Cats, ages 1wk+
-Dogs, ages 4wk+
-Fish
-Turtles
-Geckos
I am open to learning to care for animals that I do not have experience with!
The services I am able to provide include, sitting (drop-ins, overnight and extended...
Arianna can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I hired Arianna to feed my cats while I was away on vacation for 5 days. She was very engaging, texted me updates each visit and seemed to get to know the cats personalities. It put me at ease while I was away and that really helped me to have a relaxing much...
Melissa P.
Hello! I am an animal caretaker, house tender, and childcare provider.
I have been doing in home pet care for 5 years now in PA, NJ, and NY. I specialize in dogs, cats, rabbits, and farm animals.
I have a calm and gentle disposition. I am comfortable administering medication. I am based in West Philadelphia and am comfortable...
I am a student at UCR looking for an extra side job! I grew up with two big dogs(golden retriever and black lab) and now I live by myself with my cat. I'm happy to pet sit in your home, take your pet on walks, or just do stop-by home visits!
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Marie L.
Media, PA
$8-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Years of experience taking care of dogs and cats, flexible schedule, will walk, sit and feed them while client is away.
Marie can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I am very passionate and love to care for your pets. To be very transparent this is my first time sitting for pets but I am a pet owner my myself to two cats and two turtles and I love to feed the strays around in my area and would love to care for your animals as well because they deserve to be treated amazing as well.
Shanai can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lauren B.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have pet sit for my friends and family in the city for both cats and dogs. I am happy to help out where needed including dog walking and pet sitting.
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Danielle M.
Havertown, PA
$8-13/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been helping care for pets in a paid capacity and for friends and family for many years, starting as young as 13, although not consistently. I love animals and have a cat and dog at present. Through the years though, I have also had hamsters, guinea pigs and a ferret. I have also cared for a snake as part of pet sitting.
Danielle can also help with: Pet walking
Hello! I'm a 22-year-old Penn student and have years of pet sitting experience. Since high school I have been caring for many dogs and cats, and have done volunteer work in local animal shelters. I've always been an animal lover and have two cats of my own.
Although I have more experience with cats and dogs, I've had pet...
Vanessa can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Summer and I currently attend Valencia Community College where I study business. I grew up with dogs, cats and rabbits! I currently have one of each and love sitting any pets. I am able to feed, walk, administer medicine and bathe pets.
Summer can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Having grown up with cats and rescuing many cats over the years, I appreciate how important it is to find someone who will respect the wishes and concerns of any pet owner. Currently. I have two rescues - Kiki & Stitch. We found Kiki abandoned by her mother stray in my neighbor's yard. She wasn't yet weaned. So we nursed her and...
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Swarthmore, PA
Judith L.
5.0
Judith is amazing! She took exceptional care of my Daisy and treated her as if she were her own dog. Daisy even crawled into her lap, and I wouldn't have believed it if she didn't send a picture. That alone speaks volumes. If I'm ever in the area again, I won't hesitate to contact Judith. She's the...
- Kelly C.
Jennifer A.
5.0
Jenny is very friendly, considerate and reliable! She has helped me many times with walking my dog and takes great care of him. I recommend her to others!
- Paige C.
Sheena A.
5.0
Sheena did a great Job for us. We found ourselves in a big time crunch and took great care of our dog Amos while we were away. She was flexible with her time and pick up on a couple of shifts last minute because life happens.
Thank you Sheena
- Eric A.
Margaret W.
5.0
Margaret was great with my 11 month old baby. She also took care of my two wild dogs for my husband and I while we did a night out. Would absolutely recommend Margaret to any other parent; dog or human!
- Care member
Norisdely C.
5.0
We hired Norisdely 2-3 days a week to walk our dog during the day. She is always punctual and our dog loves her! When our dog was a puppy she was even great about cleaning up after her and gave us relevant updates. 10/10 best dog walker we've had!
- Sarah P.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Swarthmore, PA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Swarthmore, PA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Swarthmore, PA through Care.com will cost an average of $16.00 per hour as of January, 2025. 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 Swarthmore, PA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Swarthmore, PA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 1 cat sitters in Swarthmore, PA, 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 Swarthmore, PA?
The best cat sitters near you in Swarthmore, PA 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 Swarthmore, PA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Swarthmore, PA 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 Swarthmore, PA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Swarthmore, PA, 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.