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60 dog sitters are listed in Hillsborough, NC
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 5 years
Dog sitters in Hillsborough, NC
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Catherine and I am a senior nursing student pursuing my BSN. I love caring for animals in my free time, and have years of experience caring for both cats and dogs of all sizes. I am more than happy to accommodate the unique needs of you and your furry friend, including but not limited to:
-Medication...
Catherine can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
Chloe C.
Chapel Hill, NC
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have been pet sitting all kinds of animals for a long time now! From dogs to turtles to chickens!
Chloe can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding, pet transportation & more
My name is Mia, and I am a Junior at Tulane University studying Neuroscience. I have had dogs at home since I was 5, and love to care for animals! I have experience sitting fish, dogs, cats, and birds. Currently my family has a sweet elderly chocolate lab, Hershey, and a younger Westie, Luna. Hershey and Luna have given me quite...
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine
Dominique G.
Durham, NC
$19-27/hr
I love spending time with animals. I have a 3-year-old lab myself and often pet sit 2 adorable cats at their home. I have also watched geckos and parakeets previously. There is no problem if you're worried about my dog, I do not need to bring her to your house if I'm sitting unless you want your pup to have a playmate.
Dominique can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Cynthia A.
Durham, NC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Registered Veterinary Technician for 10 Years Available for Pet Sitting Services in Durham, NC
I am a Retired Veterinary Technician. I have been pet-sitting for about 25 years. I have dogs and cats of my own and have loved animals all my life. I grew up with dogs, cats, and horses.
references upon request.
Cynthia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Jazmin T.
Durham, NC
$13-20/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 dogs and 1 indoor/outdoor cat. Comfortable with all breeds & sizes. I have a large Lab/Dane, a senior Shepard/pit mix (experience with senior dogs & meds), a 1 year mutt who is high energy & a grouchy 4-year-old cat who comes and goes as she pleases. Would love to help out with pet sitting or walking.
Jazmin can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Jillian H.
Chapel Hill, NC
$15-25/hr
I am a dog lover myself and own a dog! I have pet sit on occasion for friends and family. I consider myself an animal lover and have a flexible schedule as I am a student!
Hi! My name is Nora and I'm 18 years old. I'm currently a senior at East Chapel Hill High School and will be attending UNC in the fall. I have two orange tabby cats and one rescue black lab who I love so much! I've pet sit quite a bit for friends and am looking to pet sit for people with dogs and cats. Thanks for considering me!
Nora can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Emily S.
Chapel Hill, NC
$8-13/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have one dog and one cat, I have also been a lifetime pet owner! I am here to help with walking, pet sitting, medication and anything else your pet may need.
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine
Hello, I have experience caring for dogs mostly, and will treat them as if they were my own! I do not currently own any pets.
Aja can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home and have 10+ years of experience caring for pets of friends and family. I have my own transportation and am fully vaccinated against COVID 19. I love connecting with animals, taking them out for walks, and giving them lots of snuggles. I can provide references upon request. I would love to...
Madison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have cat sat and dog sat for animals while their owners were away. I also grew up with dogs, cats, and fish.
Lillian can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Zoe C.
Durham, NC
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love all animals, I have been pet sitting for 5 years now! I have experience with; horses, cats, dogs, chinchillas, monkeys, bunnies, and ducks.
Zoe can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding
Jenna G.
Chapel Hill, NC
$10-13/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up near Asheville NC on a small farm and love nothing more than spending time with animals, both mine and yours! I would love to provide sitting services to your pet in your home or mine! I have extensive experience with both dogs and cats having 4 of my own dogs back home. I ran somewhat of a doggy daycare through high...
Megan R.
Chapel Hill, NC
$8-13/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Megan. I am currently an owner of a mastiff mix. I have been dog sitting since I was a teenager and have done dog walking in between.
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've had cats and dogs all my life and absolutely adore them. For the past 2-3 years I've done dog walking and cat sitting on the side, meeting tons of little animals across the triangle. I've volunteered with animals shelters and worked with a service dog club at my university as well. I eventually want to work at an animal...
Michele can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
As a passionate animal lover, I believe pets are family and deserve the best care possible. Their loyalty inspires me to provide the same in return.
With professional experience at a boarding facility, I've cared for all breeds of dogs and cats, often supervising groups of 15-17 at a time. I also offer baths and light grooming...
Diamond can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
I provide dog/cat sitting and dog walking. I've have had pets my entire life and am comfortable with all kinds of dogs big and small. I currently have an Australian shepherd mix so I am very equipped to handle high energy dogs.
Adele can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Caitlyn W.
Chapel Hill, NC
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experience With Dogs, Cats, Chinchillas, And Leopard Geckos.
I am a pet lover who has experience pet sitting (including over several nights) and dog walking. In addition to experience pet sitting dogs, I have also pet sat a chinchilla and leopard gecko. I also have two cats of my own, so I am very comfortable pet sitting cats as well!
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm a dog mom and a dog lover. Cats are awesome too but due to allergies in my family I have never had one in my home. I have provided pet care in their own homes to dogs and cats (including multiples of each). I've also boarded dogs in my own home. I have 3 of my own. I understand that each pet is unique and has specific needs...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Hillsborough, NC
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Hillsborough, NC?
Dog sitters near you in Hillsborough, NC 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 Hillsborough, NC?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Hillsborough, NC 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 Hillsborough, NC is $22.60.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Hillsborough, NC?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Hillsborough, NC. 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 Hillsborough, NC?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Hillsborough, NC 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.
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Ratings for Hillsborough, NC dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Hillsborough, NC are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.