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Julia R.

Freelance Pet/House Sitter

Clarksburg, MD

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
During the day, I work as a manager at a Nike store, and in my free time, I enjoy helping by taking care of your beloved pets, furry or otherwise. I grew up with a deep love for animals, thanks to my childhood experience caring for our family's dogs, fish, and turtle. Since high school, I've had more opportunities to provide...
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Raven L.

Pet-Care

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
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,...

Mariah M. says "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...

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Jessica B.

My Name Is Jessica And I Am 34 Years Old. I Have Been Working At Veterinary Hospitals Since I Was 16

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Katie F.

Passionate, Dedicated And Loving Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I currently work full-time for the Humane Society of the United States and will be relocating to Germantown in January. I'm seeking out opportunities in my new neighborhood to meet, love on and spoil new pets! I have been a huge pet person ever since I can remember and have been working as a part-time dog walker/pet sitter for...

Samantha M. says "Katie has been pet sitting my dog, Mia, for about 7 years. She is everything you could ever want in a pet sitter: caring, reliable, honest, flexible,...

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Susana Q.

Gaithersburg, MD

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm a dependable and caring pet sitter with experience taking care of dogs, cats, and fish. sometimes all at once. I genuinely love animals and always treat them like part of the family. Whether it's walks, playtime, feedings, or just keeping them company while you're away, I do my best to make sure your pets feel...
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Brittany S.

No Dog Too Big Or Too Small!

Germantown, MD

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$15/hr
My name is Brittany. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the world of dog walking/pet sitting. I grew up in a household that has always had dogs! So, I understand the importance of trusting someone to care for your animals. I have a history in social work and I currently run a small business - an online boutique.
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Desiree G.

Germantown, MD

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Loving and dependable pet sitter with a passion for animals of all kinds. I provide personalized care, daily walks, feedings, and plenty of playtime to keep your pets happy and safe while you're away. Whether it's cats, dogs, I treat every pet like family.
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Julia L.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Experience with dogs and cats, but open to care for any animal, available for walks and pet sitting!!
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Denise C.

Part-Time/Full-Time Pet Sitter

Germantown, MD

from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
pet transportation
+ 1 more
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.
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Alicia P.

Dog Experience

Gaithersburg, MD

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
I work part time at a house, cleaning daily for 4 hours. The house I work in has two large labordors and they are both incredibly kind. Often I house sit to take care of them over a weekend up to 3x a year
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Valerie R.

Dog Sitter/Walker

Gaithersburg, MD

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
We have had dogs ever since I can remember. I love dogs and all different kind of dogs at that! Over the last 10 years I have helped my son dog sit for a number of families. We know how important your pet is to you and we know that you want your pet cared for and loved the way you would care for and love your own pet. For that...
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Ella M.

Ijamsville, MD

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have previously worked as a dog sitter for friends and family, for over 2 years! I love pets of all sizes and have a dog myself!
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Luz C.

Pet Care

Montgomery Village, MD

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$18/hr
6 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 6 years of experience. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Dulce R.

Germantown, MD

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$19/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Dulce, I really like animals, since I was little I have had many pets, in my country I have 1 dog, 1 parrot, 2 turtles and 1 cat . I had a great passion for the care and well-being of dogs and cats. I am dedicated to providing exceptional care to each pet ensuring their happiness and safety. I have taken care...
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Salvador S.

Flexible Schedule

Gaithersburg, MD

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Supplied pets with food, water and personal care. Feeding and water according to schedules and instructions. Walked dogs and dog sitter.
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Juan Esteban N.

Funny Sitter And Pet Lover.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$18/hr
15 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello there, my Name is Esteban, I'm a pet lover since a kid, when I was 8 y. o I got my first dog sister and at the age of 12 I began taking care of pets in my family and friends circle. With my mom, we owed 15 cats and 3 dogs along my life and now that I'm not anymore with them, I'm willing to look after other's puppies and...
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Dominique C.

Walker And Sitter Of Pets

Gaithersburg, MD

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi my name is Dominique! I love dogs and cats! I have had a pet dog all my life. I have a sweet 3-year-old pug named Daisy!
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Jamie C.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! My name is Jamie and I am a huge pet lover. I have three dogs of my own, whom I adore with my entire well-being! One is a male mix (Chihuahua, Boston Terrier, and Pomeranian mix) and the other two are a female Poodle and female Golden Doodle! I have over 4 years of experience with pet sitting; but not only with dogs....
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Paige B.

Germantown, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hey there, I'm Paige and I love animals! I am 26 years old and finishing up my 4th year teaching 5th grade for Montgomery County Public Schools. Growing up with dogs and cats, I've always considered them part of my family. Although I don't currently have any pets, I'm super excited about the opportunity to work with animals....
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Madisyn S.

Germantown, MD

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have worked for a pet shelter in Baltimore as a dog walker and pet sit/dog walk for a local company!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Clarksburg, MD

Dog Sitters in Clarksburg, MD are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Raven L.

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...

- Mariah M.

Jessica B.

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...

- Care member

Katie F.

Katie has been pet sitting my dog, Mia, for about 7 years. She is everything you could ever want in a pet sitter: caring, reliable, honest,...

- Samantha M.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Clarksburg, MD

Dog sitters near you in Clarksburg, MD 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 Clarksburg, MD 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 Clarksburg, MD is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Clarksburg, MD. 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 Clarksburg, MD 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 Clarksburg, MD, 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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