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60 dog sitters are listed in Gig Harbor, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years
Dog sitters in Gig Harbor, WA
I'd describe my personality as introverted, happy, and observant. I love working with animals for the deep sense of connection and companionship they provide. Their presence is calming and brings joy to my life. Caring for animals expresses my nurturing instinct and gives me a sense of purpose.
In pet sitting, I seek to provide...
Crystal can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, dog training
Ciera H.
Port Orchard, WA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I like working with animals because they are such amazing creatures, they always bring my mood up even if they are just one I'm temporarily caring for.
I started working with animals when I was pretty young I helped with family pets but from 10-20 I rode horses and helped out with the barn dogs/cats. I have done paid pet...
Ciera can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
My name is Tuesday, I am a volunteer Firefighter/ EMT, looking for extra work. I have 1 dog, love all animals! I have lots of experience with dog-sitting/dog walking, and some experience with cat sitting!
Tuesday can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I'm a 69-year-old woman. I have owned dogs my entire life. All growing up. There's never been a time I've been without. I currently own 2 pugs. I've owned small to medium dogs but have been around big dogs as well. My sister owns two blood hounds. I'm not fancy, I don't have a degree or training experience. What I do have is...
Cheryl can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Great job with Charlie. Showed up on time and gave him lots of love. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Veterinary Technician, and I have been house/pet sitting for over 15 years. I love animals and I have watched as many as 11 dogs, 4 cats, 7 cows, 20 pigs, fish and over 60 chickens/ducks, at one time! I have extensive experience with farm animals, horses (managed multiple barns in the Northeast), and snakes. I...
Katie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, dog training, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Katie came to my house to feed my cats for several short periods totaling about a month. She was always there when needed and even stretched two of her periods by 3 days each when family complications arose. I would (and am going to) use Katie again. I believe...
B T.
5.0
(1)
Currently dog sit for two different families. I can provide this in your own home and/or stop by daily multiple times to care for pet-whatever the owners preference is. I am comfortable boarding cats but not dogs in my own home due to space. I love to be able to take dogs out for walks and the park if they enjoy playing/outside...
Brooklyn can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Brooklyn is great! Dependable and great with our pups! "
Mariesa O.
Serena O.
Bremerton, WA
$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely adore dogs! I have been dog sitting for a few years now, and I house sit/dog sit for a few families and I love it. Going on walks or bathing them I don't mind at all.
Jean B.
Bremerton, WA
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Part Time Child Care Provider; Pet Sitter; Transportation Provider When Needed
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For two years I lived in Katy, TX helping my daughter out.
While there, I did MUCH dog sitting and dog walking and also
overnight stays. Most of the animals were dogs, however I sat for one cat for weekends and also fed reptiles and fish.
I currently regularly cat sit for two cats for a lady who goes away for the weekend. We are...
Jean can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Jean is Great ! Very dependable/friendly
Takes a lot of "Worry" off my plate while I'm out of town working hard ..... so my Cat can have a better life LOL!"
Terry M.
Kayna K.
Tacoma, WA
$14-19/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kayna, I'm a recent college grad & pet-lover! I am a local to the area, and I have been pet-sitting dogs, cats, reptiles, bunnies, and fish for 6+ years, ranging from a few months old to senior pets :D. I am comfortable with medicine administration, a consistent feeding schedule, waste cleanup, overnight care, long-term...
Kayna can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Kayna put our minds at ease while we were out of town for a few days. she was very reliable and took very good care of our pets!"
Clairese L.
5.0
(1)
Would love to take your dog out for some exercise or make sure your pets are taken care of while you're out of town
Nikita can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Nikita was kind, non-judgmental, personable, and efficient. I’m very grateful for the help getting my apartment back in order."
Care member
Savannah C.
Tacoma, WA
$15-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home, and dog walking. I can give baths and light grooming such as brushing hair/fur or teeth.
Savannah can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Carrie and I am an animal lover through and through. I'm looking to pick up a few extra little jobs here and there to help pay for my upcoming wedding :) I have 1 dog (Black Lab/Blue Heeler mix) and two kitties. I grew up with animals. We had several different breeds ranging from Black Lab to Husky to Golden...
Carrie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Carrie is a very caring person who always makes herself available. Carrie is focused and is very attentive to details."
Stephanie A.
Cynthia C.
Seattle, WA
$21-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting for your busy days. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have a 12-year-old dog of my own and will take care of your pet as well as I do mine.
I recently graduated from Western Carolina University and moved back to Charlotte. I have a full time job as a Community Health Worker but I am available...
Cynthia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love all animals, big and small! I have grown up with having a dog, then a cat, and now my family has our little dog, Lulu. I also have my own big lab named Buddy! I am experienced with light grooming, LOVE going on walks, and am always willing to throw a ball around, or maybe just a good cuddle. I have never met an animal...
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Grace E.
Tacoma, WA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
University Veterinary Student Interested In Pet Sitting And Dog Walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a second year veterinary student at University looking to make some extra income on top of my part-time summer job at the transfusion services. I am experienced at dog walking, pet sitting (animals of all kind), and administering medications/fluids/injections etc. My medical experience lends to my ability to care...
Grace can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Grace used to work as a pet sitter and occasional babysitter for me before she moved to Pullman for Veterinary School at WSU. I have two energetic labs that she used to house sit when my family was out of town and always kept in communication with me and did a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm happy to pet sit, feed your pet, walk your dog or just come over to let your dog out to do their thing while you are working. I'm also a cat lover and currently have 3 kitties. I reside in Lakewood and have reliable transportation.
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Melissa did both an amazing job of taking care of our dogs and communicating with anixous owners"
Anastacia L.
I have been loving and caring for animals (cats, dogs and recently chickens) for 20 years, and I am available to provide full-time and/or overnight care for your pets in your home while you are away. I have used overnight sitters myself in the past and know how much it eased my mind that someone was there, providing my animals...
Terri can also help with: Pet sitting
Hi! I am a cat owner myself, I grew up with a Jack Russell Terrier and I have dog-sat and cat-sat many times before for many different people!
Meghan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Happy to provider pet sitting, walking or just plain snuggling and loves to your pet. I have cats and dogs myself (fully vaccinated), as well as chickens in the past, hamsters, rats, cockatiel and a budgie. Do you have tasks you dont have time for or just do not want to do (ahem, litterbox or poop duty?)? Im here for you!
Mary can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
I love animals! I have two dogs and 1 cat of my own. I often dog/house sit for families as well as help with watering gardens. I am a volunteer at the Kitsap Humane Society and am an experienced dog walker as well as working with cats in the cattery.
Ani can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Gig Harbor, WA
Cheryl H.
5.0
Great job with Charlie. Showed up on time and gave him lots of love.
- Care member
Katie B.
5.0
Katie came over to our home an hour a day while we were away on vacation to look after our two kitties. We asked her to feed them, spend time with them, clean the litter box, and check the mail. She texted us updates every day, which we really looked forward to. We have one very shy cat who we were...
- Eileen P.
Brooklyn H.
5.0
Brooklyn is great! Dependable and great with our pups!
- Mariesa O.
Jean B.
5.0
Jean is Great ! Very dependable/friendly
Takes a lot of "Worry" off my plate while I'm out of town working hard ..... so my Cat can have a better life LOL!
- Terry M.
Kayna K.
5.0
Kayna put our minds at ease while we were out of town for a few days. she was very reliable and took very good care of our pets!
- Clairese L.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Gig Harbor, WA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dog sitters near you in Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA is $19.85.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Gig Harbor, WA. 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Gig Harbor, WA, 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.