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60 dog sitters are listed in Forest Hill, MD
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Forest Hill, MD
I have always loved animals and my family and I have 2 dogs (texas heeler mixes) and a cat. I would love to help you out!
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Maria M.
Forest Hill, MD
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(25)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maria. I love animals! I had a beautiful blue Weim of my own who I adored and treated as family. My love of animals started young . One of my first jobs was at my family owned pet grooming salon. I worked there helping out. In recent years I did a lot of rescue fostering of dogs very rewarding work.
I'm responsible ,...
Maria can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Maria has taken care of my dogs like she'd take care of her own! She is always on time, great communication and very friendly. I love getting her updates and pictures when I'm away. It's such a relief having someone like Maria to let my dogs out and care for them...
Heather S.
Hi! I'm a fit and healthy 24-year-old girl with a passion for animals and a love for helping others. I have four years of pet sitting experience and consider myself pretty skilled at it. I do drop ins, walks, and housesitting and take care of both dogs and cats. I can also help out with other animals (I. E reptiles, birds,...
Kaylena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Teresa H.
Forest Hill, MD
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a 5-year-old chocolate lab named Ruka and grew up with pets in the home. I have also fostered dogs in the Harford county area. I have experience providing dog walking services and dog sitting.
My dog Ruka is very friendly. She is full of energy and fetch is her favorite thing. Ruka gets along well with other dogs, so I...
Teresa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Dawn A.
Bel Air, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a former vet tech with over 30 years of paid pet sitting/dog walking and farm sitting experience. I've also owned my own horse business since 1993. I was raised in a multi-pet household with dogs, cats, birds, fish and many small critters. I have a dog, cat and 5 horses.
Dawn can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Dawn was wonderful and let me know each time she came to check on my cats. "
Gillian A.
5.0
(1)
I have 2 lg dogs of my own which I walk everyday. I have always had dogs my whole life. I love dogs so much that sometimes when I'm in my car and see a dog I want to pull over and see the dog which I have done before. I also worked in a pet store and saw a lot of dogs and learned a lot about nutrition and other things in a dogs...
Reeca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"We interviewed with Reeca. She was fantastic to talk to and very friendly. We actually decided to go with daycare as oppose to a nanny. Had we gone with a nanny we would have chosen Reeca. Highly recommend."
Emily D.
Sheridan M.
Bel Air, MD
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have always loved animals. I have multiple pets including a dog, guinea pigs and chinchillas. My family fosters guinea pigs as well. I have experience dog sitting and cat sitting and I love learning how to care for new animals.
Sheridan can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Sheridan watched my cat for two weeks while I was away over the holidays. She made sure he was well fed, and played with him when he was lonely. I highly recommend Sheridan to watch your pets."
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've been an animal lover my entire life and have 2 cats and 1 dog and I love to shower pets with affection so I decided to become a professional pet sitter! I am insured & bonded with Kennel Pro and a member of Pet Sitter's as well as Professional United Pet Sitters. I'm also background checked by Acutraq and certified in Pet...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I hired Nicole to drop in on my dog and 2 cats while we were away last weekend. She arrived on time for every visit and stayed the whole half hour. We have several cameras throughout the house and we were delighted to see her interaction with
all 3 animals. I will...
Monika L.
Belle C.
Street, MD
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! I'm a friendly and caring person with a deep love for animals. Whether I'm playing with my 2-year-old puppy, walking a neighbor's dog, or cuddled up with a purring kitty, I love my time spent with them! I'm very flexible in hours and willing to help out with dog walking, dog and cat sitting, extended vacation sitting, pet...
Belle can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Belle is very trustworthy and considerate of others space. She is also a passionate animal lover and a great care taker because of her nurturing personality."
Mathias T.
Brianna S.
Fallston, MD
$16-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Brianna S. I'm a pre-nursing major at Harford community college. I'm looking for some side gigs such as pet sitting/ walking. I have been around animals but whole life and have pet sat/ walked for friends and family over a course of years adding up to about 2 years. I'm familiar with big dogs and small dogs and...
Brianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have 2 dogs (German Shephard/lab mix and mutt) and 2 cats! Plus a turtle and some fishies! I have pet sat for some neighbors and friends, no allergies. Love animals!
Haley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love all animals! I am available for dog or cat sitting in your home. I am also available to walk dogs . I have rescued several animals and my family has fostered several as well. I have successfully trained two dogs both were rescued.
I also have two cats that are from a rescue.
Laurie can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking
Madison R.
Bel Air, MD
$15-20/hr
Hello my name is Madison, I've been dog sitting for 5 years, Patience is key when caring for another pet getting to know him/her. Fish, dog, cat you name it
The ideal pet sitter can be tricky to find, I ensure you I can get the job done. Provide day and night care for your baby's needs. I provide in home care and at my own...
Madison can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Cynthia H.
Kingsville, MD
$15-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Cyndi, a 30-year-old registered nurse with a passion for animals and providing compassionate care. With a strong background in responsibility and attention to detail from my nursing career, I understand the importance of trust and reliability qualities I bring to every dog-walking and pet-sitting opportunity. Whether...
Cynthia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alivia B.
Bel Air, MD
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alivia and I have always had pets growing up and I love furry friends! I've been dog sitting all kinds of dogs over the last 3 to 4 years of my life! from hyperactive to calm and big and small I love giving the love.
Alivia can also help with: Pet sitting
With years of hands-on experience in animal care, I am a dedicated and knowledgeable pet sitter who goes above and beyond to ensure the well-being of all animals. I worked overnight in the kennel , independently caring for over 100 dogs at a time. My time at Pet Nirvana enriched my expertise in animal nutrition and well-being,...
Hala can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi my name is Cynthia and I have a couple years of experience handling animals. I have owned dogs, cats, fishes, small reptiles, and amphibians.
I am looking for jobs that include sitting and walking. I have a dog on my own and I love to take her on hikes, if it interests you I could also take your dog with us on our...
Cynthia can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
I have looked after pets for many years through connections as well as working as a dog walker. I have dogs of my own who are treated like family and would love to look after your pets! I have a very flexible schedule and would love to watch your pets!
Ciara can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
I absolutely love animals. I have two dogs, two cats, and fish. Our animals are very friendly and we have a large fenced in yard and deck. I have no problem boarding dogs at my home while their loved ones are away!
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Emily D.
Kingsville, MD
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Compassionate, Responsible And Reliable Baby/pet - Sitter Looking For A Family In Need.
Hi my name is Emily! I am 22 years old. I enjoy spending time with my family, friends and my dog. I am compassionate, responsible and reliable.
Pet sitting has been a passion of mine for a while now. I've assisted a few families with drop-ins, daycare and overnights for their fur babies, as well as chickens and fish. All...
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Forest Hill, MD
Maria M.
5.0
I reached out to Maria through a referral. I am so glad that I did. I love that she gave me updates throughout his stay with her. She walked my pup multiple times and sent me lots of pictures. She made me feel very comfortable with him in her care, it was obvious to me that she really cares for the...
- Care member
Dawn A.
5.0
Dawn was wonderful and let me know each time she came to check on my cats.
- Gillian A.
Reeca K.
5.0
We interviewed with Reeca. She was fantastic to talk to and very friendly. We actually decided to go with daycare as oppose to a nanny. Had we gone with a nanny we would have chosen Reeca. Highly recommend.
- Emily D.
Sheridan M.
5.0
Sheridan watched my cat for two weeks while I was away over the holidays. She made sure he was well fed, and played with him when he was lonely. I highly recommend Sheridan to watch your pets.
- Care member
Nicole W.
5.0
We hired Nicole to care for our dog and cats while we were away on vacation. This was our first experience with a sitter and I could not be more pleased. She is very good with the animals and put our minds at ease before we left. She kept in contact with us all the time to ensure the animals had...
- Joseph J.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Forest Hill, MD
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Forest Hill, MD?
Dog sitters near you in Forest Hill, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Forest Hill, MD?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Forest Hill, 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 Forest Hill, MD is $15.75.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Forest Hill, MD?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Forest Hill, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Forest Hill, MD?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Forest Hill, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Forest Hill, MD?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Forest Hill, 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.
Ratings for Forest Hill, MD dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Forest Hill, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.