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Haili B.

Dog Sitter

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a college student/athlete and I am aways finding ways to make some extra $$! I have a lab mix of my own on campus with me that's still a puppy! The past few summers I've dog sat for a family friend whenever they go out of town for the summer! I also dog sit for my parents when they go out of town and they have a yorkipoo, a...
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Animal Lover Available For Pet Care All Summer

Akron, OH

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting experience in your own home. I am an animal lover with experience caring for animals including dogs, cats, and rabbits. I have experience caring for my own dogs as well as I have had dogs most of my life and currently have four of my own.
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Pet Sitter

Akron, OH

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a pet dog who is a Corgi mix that we adopted last year. I've been around dogs my entire life and I follow any and all instructions with care. My dog gets along well with all dogs and we take him to the dog parks as often as we can. I'm a reliable and loving dog owner who can appreciate not wanting to board your pet when...
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Joslyn M.'s Photo

Akron, OH

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I have loved being with animals since I could walk. They became my happiness, pride, and joy. Always making sure that they live the most spoiled and loved life possible. I will always ensure that your pets are safe and comfortable. I will move at their pace, if they need a little extra meeting time with me to help them feel...
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Hannah C.'s Photo

Akron, OH

from
$11/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
grooming
I provide dog/cat/small animal sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner and would love to watch your animals!
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Micaela S.'s Photo

Pet Care Provider

Akron, OH

from
$10/hr
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
I love pets and had a cat for 20 years and have a dog currently. I am willing to pet sit, go on walks, or vet appts, etc.
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Attentive And Caring

Akron, OH

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Jordyn and I am currently on the path to become Licensed Professional Counselor who also have a huge place in my heart for animals. I have had years of experience taking care of dogs, cats, turtles, birds (I had loved birds), horses, small animals, fish, and little experience with cattle. I have a very caring...
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Animal Lover With Free Time!

Akron, OH

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Natalie and I have grown up with dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, and birds! While I love animals, my degree is in Social Work. I currently work from home and have an extremely flexible schedule that allows me a lot of free time. I love animals of all shapes and sizes and would love to be able to...
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Asha T.'s Photo

Akron, OH

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$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I been in love with animals since I was a baby. I have such amazing energy with dogs, cats, etc. I currently have a 1-year-old golden doodle. He's a very energetic dogs so you can count on me to have fun with your dog. I previously had a shipoo and due to moving I had to give it away and took care of it since it was a puppy....
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Loving Pet Sitter!

Akron, OH

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have years of experience caring for all types of animals! I am comfortable with dogs, cats, fish and rabbits of all ages. I love feeding, walking and caring for them! I am comfortable with medication administration or any disability precautions too!
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Professional Dog Sitter

Akron, OH

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
I have worked at pet supplies plus for almost a year. I assisted with grooming and placing animals into the correct cages. I also promoted sales and worked the cashier. I adopted a pit bull two years ago and have had great success training and grooming him. I am looking for a career in dog training and am willing to get my...
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Gabriella W.'s Photo

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am very experienced with dogs especially. I have grown up with dogs my whole life. I currently have two dogs at home that I help take care of. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I would love to help care for your pets.
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Part-time Dog Sitter!

Akron, OH

from
$10/hr
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I have been raised with dogs my whole life and have grown such a love for their loyalty. I currently have one of my own in my apartment at school whom I adore! I would love to help out with getting dogs walked, fed, and loved whenever needed! Please contact me.
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Pet Sitter

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have always loved animals of all kinds! I grew up with 4 dogs and have 2 of my own dogs while I'm in college. They are my whole world and I treat them as if they were kids. I volunteered for 3 years at an animal hospital in which my best friends dad owned. I have experience with small dogs all the way to XL Great Danes. I can...
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Darlene M.'s Photo

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi, my name is Darlene, and I'm excited to offer pet sitting services through Care. com! I've always had a love for animals, and I understand how much trust it takes to let someone care for your furry (or feathered) family members. I have hands-on experience caring for dogs, cats, and small pets, making sure they get the...
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Loving Care In Your Home When You Can't Be There

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 42 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
I went to school to be a vet assistant at Northcoast in Kent. I opened my own pet sitting business shortly after graduating and have been a professional pet sitter since 2008 and can't picture myself doing anything else. I put passion in my work. I treat every client with the same respect and kindness and every pet as if it were...

Karlie K. says "I have been having Amber watch my kitties for over a year now. She is dependable, consistent, and always does a great job with my boys. One of my cats was...

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Eryan M.'s Photo

Akron, OH

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience with in-your-home dog/ cat sitting and have done so for many families! I also walk dogs! and I have experience caring for birds, because I had my own for multiple years.
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Walker And Sitter

Akron, OH

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am available for services like dog walking, pet sitting, and feeding/cleaning litter boxes while the owner is away. I have several cats and dogs of my own!
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Experience

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have two beautiful pets. Gorgia( British pull dog) and A black lab( bailey)that we adopted. I'm a student at Ohio state and havent been back to see them for about three months. I Love taking care of pets. I have 3 years of pet sitting but I have been take care of our pets since I was 12 so I have alot of experience.
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Experienced Dog Owner & Pet Sitter - Reliable, Caring, Flexible

Akron, OH

from
$8/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
As the owner of multiple dogs (including Frenchies and Bullies!), I'm comfortable handling pets with big personalities and energy. I'm familiar with feeding routines, medication, crate training, and keeping dogs calm and entertained. I treat every pet like my own and make sure they get plenty of love, structure, and fun while...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.14/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Akron, OH

Dog sitters near you in Akron, OH can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Akron, OH to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Akron, OH is $11.14.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Akron, OH. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Akron, OH we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Akron, OH, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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