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60 cat sitters are listed in Sykesville, MD
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 4 years
Cat sitters in Sykesville, MD
Abby D.
Finksburg, MD
$15-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a dedicated pet sitter with a passion for caring for animals. I have been providing top-notch pet sitting services for 3 years, ensuring the well-being and happiness of furry friends while their owners are away. I am reliable and trustworthy. From daily walks and playtime to feeding and transportation, I provide...
Abby can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Josie G.
Finksburg, MD
$15-20/hr
I personally have a 3-year-old yellow lab that I love dearly and I am very passionate about quality animal care. I'm a devoted dog mom so I know how hard it is to put your animal into someone else's care so I am devoted to treating your pet just like my own! I sit family and friends dog and have experience caring for cats...
Josie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Lorena! I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I am an avid animal lover, have 4 cats of my own, and grew up around dogs my whole childhood. I love cats and dogs of all sizes and have experience caring for newborn kittens. I can also perform baths and light grooming.
Lorena can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Jessica B.
Gaithersburg, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Jessica And I Am 34 Years Old. I Have Been Working At Veterinary Hospitals Since I Was 16
5.0
(32)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started working at my first veterinary hospital and now after 15 years working in the industry I am at a specialty practice in Germantown which I love. I have been a veterinary technician for over 28 years and could never do anything else. Pet sitting fulfills the rest of my life and makes me feel complete. I have over 15...
Jessica can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Amazing customer services and she has always been so caring and loving with my dog. She goes above and beyond to help her clients and I'm so happy to always bring my beloved dog to her!! I 1000% recommend her service!"
Care member
Terri S.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have had pets my entire life. I have trained five of my own dogs through local dog training organizations that focus on positive reinforcement, owner education and developing an understanding of animal behavior. I will support and reinforce your training efforts. In addition, my family has volunteered with Fidos for Freedom...
Terri can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a mature professional with over 10 years of experience caring for cats, dogs, horses (sheep, goats and chickens on occasion too). Puppies and kittens too! Available to sit well behaved dogs and cats in my home, or I will come to you for short or long visits. Light chores and housekeeping tasks are no problem. I...
Sylvia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Sylvia is amazing with animals and I don’t trust my dog to anybody else. A true life-long animal lover, she’s always had and cared for dogs, cats and horses. She’s attentive to their personalities, quirks and unique needs. Having so many animals herself, she...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have over 15 years of pet sitting experience and owned dogs and cats furever! I can also help with walking, feeding, and transportation. With lots of former training as a vet tech and years of intimate care for my own loving animals, I have a wide variety of pet experiences. I'd love to help care for your wonderful pet lovies.
Wendy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Wendy has animal care-taking and vet tech experience and truly cares about the animals she cares for. I feel completely at ease when I'm traveling because I know my animals are in competent and compassionate hands."
Maggie J.
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
"We hired Emilie to look after our hamster while we were away for ten days, and she is the best pet sitter we have ever had, hands down! She really goes the extra mile to make sure your pet feels safe, secure and comfortable. She's also very communicative and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide pet sitting in your own home and I will walk your pets whenever needed. I love all types of pets, on my own I have had three tanks of fish, three dogs, two cats, two hamsters, and two turtles... and that was all at the same time! I am dependable, responsible, and will treat your pets as my own.
Amaya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
I have 17 years of experience in dog and cat care. Friends and family have trusted me with sitting, walking, feeding, and overall caring for their pets. I have experience with pets with special needs as well as seniors, puppies, and kittens.
I care for my clients pets the same way I care for my own pets, with the utmost love...
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I’ve known Michelle for a long time. Not only is she amazing with my pets, she is amazing with animals in general. She is compassionate, caring and goes above and beyond with caring for them. I always feel comforted leaving my dogs with her when I have to be away...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Selene! I have lived on a farm my whole life and have a lot of experience with pets! I have cats, dogs, and horses of my own at home but have experience with caring for the pets of friends and family as well. I'd be happy to feed, water, walk, and sit your pet when you need :)
Selene can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Selene took excellent care of our horses, dogs, and cats while we were away! She was always on time and dependable. We never had to worry whether or not or fur babies were being cared for. She even prepped food for the animals before the next feeding time. Selene...
Deborah D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved pets, from birds to snakes. Ever since I was young my mom told me having a pet was a great responsibility, and it was. I had several dogs, cats, birds and I was responsible for their food, water and their potty time. I would pet-sit on weekdays and weekends. The cat's name was Tony and the dog's name was...
Jeasennette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation
5.0
"Jeasennette was very professional and did a great job taking care of my cat for a week. I would definitely work with Jeasennette again!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Let my years of experience as a pet owner and sitter benefit both you and your beloved pets. I would love to care for your cats, dogs, and small animals (including birds, reptiles, etc.) when you are away, or work long hours.
I can come to your home to feed, water, walk, bathe and provide companionship for your pets. There...
Madeline can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Madeline takes care of our cats whenever we travel. She's great! We recommend her to all our friends and neighbors. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
I have had experience taking care of mostly dogs and cats and am willing and open to other animals depending on their temperament.
I am a trustworthy and reliable person who has taken care of animals while their owners have been away. I enjoy going for walks and playing with your pet.
I am available mostly for weekend care...
Melody can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is very nice, considerate, responsive, and friendly. Outstanding!"
Care member
Taylor C.
Ijamsville, MD
$15-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm a 4th grade teacher and with summer coming up I would love a part time pet sitting job. I am currently have 5 dogs: 3 boxers, a shitzu and a yorkie. I also have 2 cats named Minnie and Callie. I have always loved animals and would love to help out any way possible.
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(2)
My personality as vibrant, creative and genuine
I love pets because it's a joy to watch their personalities . I truly enjoy catering to them and their needs. It's their world and I'm just living in it!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to be able to make extra money now and possibly be my income in the summer . I work as a...
5.0
"I loved that she was kind and attentive. She really has a lot of knowledge about animals. She has given me advice on the best foods for my dogs and the type of materials I should stay away from when purchasing toys. Also I didn’t know they my pet was about to start...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had 10+ years experience with sitting and caring for my sister's and room mates animals. They have ranged from 3 dogs, a cat, rabbit, cockatoo bird and Koi fish. I have enjoyed doing it and treat them as if they were my own. I try and keep them in their normal routines. Part of their care was giving them their...
Kenneth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Ken has been taking care of my cat for over 2 years now. He is very nice and a professional. My cat truly does not trust anyone, but he trust Ken almost immediately and loves him. Since Ken has taken care of my cat, I have never felt concern about traveling since I...
Carla P.
Hi there! I've grown up with dogs and cats my whole life and am now a proud owner of a cat myself. I have experience with kittens and puppies all the way through senior dogs and cats. I'm happy to take dogs for a walk or even a run, clean up after pets, and take care of their grooming and feeding schedules! I'm also happy to...
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hey! I'm Syd. I'm finishing up my senior year in high school and I love pets. All my experience is from (1) being a pet owner myself -- we've had dogs, cats, and fish in my household -- and (2) helping my sister dog sit for a period of time a year or two ago. I provide dog sitting in your own home as well as walking them,...
Sydnei can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have grown up around animals (both cats and dogs) my entire life. In the last year, I had the opportunity to board dogs in my own home, as well as do at-home boards (in the owner's home). I am experienced with many different dogs, and would love the opportunity to help bring some joy to your dog's day while you are away! I can...
Alexandra can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Sykesville, MD
Jessica B.
5.0
Amazing customer services and she has always been so caring and loving with my dog. She goes above and beyond to help her clients and I'm so happy to always bring my beloved dog to her!! I 1000% recommend her service!
- Care member
Sylvia T.
5.0
Sylvia is amazing with animals and I don’t trust my dog to anybody else. A true life-long animal lover, she’s always had and cared for dogs, cats and horses. She’s attentive to their personalities, quirks and unique needs. Having so many animals herself, she understands the importance of following...
- Care member
Wendy D.
5.0
Wendy has animal care-taking and vet tech experience and truly cares about the animals she cares for. I feel completely at ease when I'm traveling because I know my animals are in competent and compassionate hands.
- Maggie J.
Emilie F.
5.0
We hired Emilie to look after our hamster while we were away for ten days, and she is the best pet sitter we have ever had, hands down! She really goes the extra mile to make sure your pet feels safe, secure and comfortable. She's also very communicative and touched base with us on a regular basis,...
- Care member
Michelle B.
5.0
I’ve known Michelle for a long time. Not only is she amazing with my pets, she is amazing with animals in general. She is compassionate, caring and goes above and beyond with caring for them. I always feel comforted leaving my dogs with her when I have to be away from them. She is my go to sitter...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Sykesville, MD
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Sykesville, MD?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Sykesville, MD through Care.com will cost an average of $17.33 per hour as of April, 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 Sykesville, MD?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Sykesville, MD. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 9 cat sitters in Sykesville, 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 Sykesville, MD?
The best cat sitters near you in Sykesville, 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 Sykesville, MD?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Sykesville, 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 Sykesville, MD?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Sykesville, 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.