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Pet sitter as well as house sitting. I own 2 dogs and a cat as well as 5 fishes. 36-year-old female . Responsible and punctual .
Nancy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I currently care for my 9 and 5-year-old female poodles. They are miniature poodles and play well with smaller sized dogs, male or female. I would love to be able to introduce them to other dogs and be able to care for others in my home at times too.
Robin can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming
Hi! I have two dogs so I know the importance of pet care and the stress in finding someone reliable to care for their needs while I'm gone. I have a babysitting Care. com account and through there I found my first family. They have two dogs and a cat and on occasions I have been given the opportunity to pet sit as well :) I love...
Mari can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Shymora S.
Manor, TX
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Greetings, I am Shymora! I am currently a babysitter here on care. com. During my journey as a babysitter and caregiver , I have experienced dog sitting for about two years. When my family would go out of town or if they were sick I would sit at their house and dog sit. I would love to meet your furry friend!
Shymora can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring while on vacation or on a trip
Can have 1 -2 dogs at home - small or medium
Well trained (I have a little yorkshire). 50 day or night.
Can sit at your home 60 usd day.
Walking 4:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. (M-T-W-T-F) and all day saturday and Friday
Nathalie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Nathalie took our little Bruno home to soend the night with her for the weekend while we were out for a date weekend. She has another little dog, Luna, and she took too much care of our doggie. We will consider her again for sure."
Marc M.
Dana H.
Bastrop, TX
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Dana, and I adore animals of all kinds!
I have grown up with horses, chickens, dogs, cats, reptiles and fish.
I have been providing fun and companionship to other's furry friends for over 15 years!
I am reliable and honest, you can trust me to be there for your babies whether its a drop in visit, or...
5.0
"Very experienced with animals even cleaned up muddy paw prints while we were gone she takes her job seriously and CAN be trusted"
Katherine D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for various pets over my lifetime, along with the two cats I currently own. I often pet-sit for the families that I nanny for as well as a few friends. My care primarily consists of feedings, walks, play time, litter/waste removal, cleanliness of pet, or home (i.e., pick up if they make a mess), medication (pills...
Carmen can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, dog training, boarding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Carmen dog sat for our active lab over the holidays and was amazing and very dependable. Our dog had a foot injury and she was great about bringing him to the vet while we were gone and giving him his meds. She really went above and beyond. Would recommend her to...
Linda L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sophia Ormsby and I have experience pet sitting both dogs and cats for over a year. I am comfortable with all animals, where it be your fur baby or an exotic companion. I will also provide proper feeding schedules as well as exercise time. Having a healthy pet is important to me and that is why I believe...
Sophia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I never had a moment of worry or stress knowing that Sophie was taking care of my four legged babies! Dependable, trustworthy, personable..... and so much more! Will ALWAYS call Sophie!"
jessi P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced Dog Walker and am currently registered with Wag, I have professionally walked dogs for almost a year. I absolutely love animals, and am very open to whatever request is needed.
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Chloe G.
Pflugerville, TX
$8-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I've helped take care of my family dog for over 10 years. I love dogs of all sizes and ages and will give your dog the attention it deserves! Depending on my availability that day, I'd love to take your dog to a dog park. I can also give baths and perform light grooming (brushing, etc.).
Chloe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"We hired Chloe to take care of our dog while we were out of town. We trusted her to stay in our home and care for our dog the way we do. She did a wonderful job with our active dog and treated our home with respect. We will definitely hire her again!"
Ellen D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals and would be delighted to provide care services for them in your own home. I have been paid to watch my friend's and family's pets (mostly cats and dogs) for a couple of years now and always enjoy the time spent! I can perform baths and light grooming, administer medications, take them on walks (if appropriate),...
Morgan can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I am very passionate about helping animals and people. I have experience of watching three dogs at a home and walking the dogs daily. I also worked at a boarding and training place called K-9 University for 3 years where I walked, fed, and bathed dogs. I have always had a love for animals.
Haley can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Haley is one of the few people I've trusted to watch my dog. She is reliable, sends updates and is honest. Haley also is a genuinely caring and kind person so you can rest assured she'll go the extra mile to make your pet happy, not just the minimum to get the job...
Kirsten P.
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a big animal lover would like to get some pet sitting jobs. I'm 53 years old, dependable and responsible. I've had cats my whole life, although I love dogs just as much, and can take care of them as well. I'm very nurturing, and capable of giving you pet all the love and attention he or she needs. I also will clean up...
Jennifer can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Jennifer responded on short notice to help us out with pet-sitting for an extended period. She was professional, very responsive (with great communication before and throughout), and she was very thorough and detailed with understanding our needs and our pets'...
Samantha F.
Salem H.
Pflugerville, TX
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hey! I'm Salem! I'm 20 years old! I am also a Babysitter on Care. com. I have a dog and 2 cats of my own. I'm comfortable around all animals. I work at a barn with livestock and I dog sit for friends often. I am flexible and I am more than willing to help out!
Salem can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have about 2 years of experience of professional experience. I can help with Pet sitting/walking and house sitting. I have been a dog owner on and off for the past 20 years. (No furry friend currently). I had my first dog when I 6 years old and fell in love. Additionally I have administrative to CEO/customer service...
Courtney can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Hardworking,trustworthy and kind. She work very well with all fur babies ☺️"
Briana R.
I currently am a pet lover, all my friends and family could say the same about me. I have one dog of my own back home with my parents and its a Lab. I've had many dogs and one cat growing up and just have such a strong love for pets. I have "pet-sit" many times for my neighbors who owns a blind dog, guinea pigs and a rabbit.
Abby can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
I have lived with and cared for dogs and cats for much of my life. I also have been a pet-sitter/house sitter on multiple occasions, caring for dogs and cats alike. I am a responsible individual with a love for animals, and animals are generally very fond of me as well.
Cassandra can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Katherine A.
Hutto, TX
$8-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love animals and enjoy taking care of them. I work at a dog hotel, making sure pets are happy and comfortable. I also pet sit on the side, giving dogs and other pets the care they need. I have experience with different breeds and personalities, so I know how to keep them safe and comfortable. Whether it's feeding, walking, or...
Katherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Mary B.
Austin, TX
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I have been pet sitting for family and friends for the past 6 years and professionally for the past 2 - I have taken care of dogs, cats, birds, and fish previously, and I love all of these animals! I am a cat and dog owner myself so I especially get along with them. I am capable of doing multiple home visits - walking,...
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
20 years of Pet Care Experience. Been around dogs since as long as I could remember! I have a year old border collie, named Lucy (yes, she was named after the shows 'I Love Lucy' & '7th Heaven' lol. She knows sign language and is being trained to become a service dog to provide assistance for my Deafness (wear hearing aids and...
Alexandria can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, boarding, dog training, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Elgin, TX
Nathalie L.
5.0
Nathalie took our little Bruno home to soend the night with her for the weekend while we were out for a date weekend. She has another little dog, Luna, and she took too much care of our doggie. We will consider her again for sure.
- Marc M.
Dana H.
5.0
Dana is the BEST! Dana has watched our animals several times over the last few months, she is very reliable and keeps open lines of communications so I always know what's going on. Whatever your needs are - Dana is the girl to hire! She is now my go-to for animal/ house sitting.
- Nikki J.
Carmen W.
5.0
Carmen dog sat for our active lab over the holidays and was amazing and very dependable. Our dog had a foot injury and she was great about bringing him to the vet while we were gone and giving him his meds. She really went above and beyond. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a dog sitter.
- Linda L.
Sophia O.
5.0
I never had a moment of worry or stress knowing that Sophie was taking care of my four legged babies! Dependable, trustworthy, personable..... and so much more! Will ALWAYS call Sophie!
- jessi P.
Chloe G.
5.0
We hired Chloe to take care of our dog while we were out of town. We trusted her to stay in our home and care for our dog the way we do. She did a wonderful job with our active dog and treated our home with respect. We will definitely hire her again!
- Ellen D.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Elgin, TX
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Elgin, TX?
Dog sitters near you in Elgin, TX 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Elgin, TX?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Elgin, TX 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 Elgin, TX is $12.67.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Elgin, TX?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Elgin, TX. 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Elgin, TX?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Elgin, TX 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Elgin, TX?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Elgin, TX, 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.