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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two dogs who I treat as big babies. I love taking care of them and and have been available for dog sitting and dog walking since I was in college in 1983. I have been taking care of people's pets with care. com since 2011.
Roberta can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm a stay at home mom in Sykesville with my 2. 5-year-old daughter. I love all animals and have years of experience caring for my own dogs and I have cat and dog sat for other families as well. I have a 9-year-old pit boxer mix, we've had him his whole life.
I will take fantastic care of your pets, and will keep in...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Amanda is AMAZING!!! I needed someone to walk and feed my dog while I was on vacation, and she took such great care of her! She was so responsive, so professional, so thoughtful. I seriously could not have asked for a better experience! I would/will hire her...
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Kerry E.
Towson, MD
$15-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kerry and I attend University in Towson, MD, but I will be coming home for the summer. I have two dogs currently: a miniature schnauzer and a Sharpei/pit mix. I had two labs, one chocolate and one black, who both recently passed due to old age, so I am comfortable around both young dogs and old, along with...
Kerry can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mallory! I am a 23-year-old college graduate from Marywood University. I absolutely love animals and have had experience caring for family dogs my whole life! I frequently pet sit for family friends and am comfortable interacting with just about any animal! I want you to feel as comfortable as possible while...
Mallory can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I trusted Mallory with my beloved cat while I was away for a week, and knowing she was caring for him made my time away so much easier! She was very flexible with setting up a time to meet us initially. She was on time, dependable, and sent photos and videos daily!...
Rebecca L.
5.0
(1)
As a volunteer at the Baltimore Humane Society and SPCA in Hampden, Maryland and pet owner my entire life, I can promise you that I am an animal lover! I have personal experience growing up with hedgehogs, dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and geckos. I love spending time with pets and going on dog walks.
I currently...
Sophie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sophie is a lovely and responsible young woman we hired to watch our bulldog Syd while we were traveling. He requires medication which Sophie gave him and took him for walks and kept him happy. We were relaxed while traveling knowing our baby was in good hands!"
Rick A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love animals! With decades of experience, and over a year on care. com, I've helped many families with a variety of pet-care needs (and met some amazing cats, dogs and humans in the process)!
I've taken care of my own pets, fostered dogs & cats, and volunteered, walking dogs at city shelters in Harlem, NYC and Baltimore, MD....
Meredith can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Wow, I have never felt so at ease with leaving my pup with anyone. Meredith was wonderful and my pup loved his time, he seemed to bond in just a couple days. If on the fence about looking for someone for boarding, look no further and reach out to Meredith. "
Ben U.
Krysta C.
Sykesville, MD
$20-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
Responsible And Loving Pet Sitter With 7+ Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Krysta and I am here for your pet sitting needs and services.
I am currently a sophomore at the University of Maryland, College Park and I am looking for a pet sitting job while I am home for spring break. I consider myself to be very responsible, punctual, patient and nurturing, which I feel are important...
Krysta can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Krysta is amazing, She really loves what she does and it shows. She took excellent care of all our pets while we were away. She was very communicative and always let me know how my pets were doing.
I HIGHLY recommend her. "
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5.0
(2)
My personality as vibrant, creative and genuine
I love pets because it's a joy to watch their personalities . I truly enjoy catering to them and their needs. It's their world and I'm just living in it!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to be able to make extra money now and possibly be my income in the summer . I work as a...
5.0
"I loved that she was kind and attentive. She really has a lot of knowledge about animals. She has given me advice on the best foods for my dogs and the type of materials I should stay away from when purchasing toys. Also I didn’t know they my pet was about to start...
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Tiffany M.
Sykesville, MD
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Pet Sitter Available In Your Home. Walk,feed, Scoop, Play, Provide Company,etc.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Part time pet sitter available in your home. Walk, feed, play, provide company, etc. I've had pets all my life. Grew up with cats and dogs. Currently have 2 cats whom I loved dearly.
Tiffany can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Tiffany is the best!! She has been a caregiver to me for close to a year. Not only is Tiffany reliable, hard-working, compassionate, friendly and professional but she is also an important part of our family.
Tiffany helps me with PT, meal prep, grooming,...
Bonnie B.
I have experience watching various dogs from walking to overnight stays. I have watched up to three dogs at a time. I have experience with cats!
Mary can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Monet T.
Towson, MD
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Monet! I'm a certified dog groomer with over 5 years of professional pet handling and behavioral training experience. I offer all services related to the daily wellbeing of your pet including the expected care, as well as grooming and training. I also have over 3 years of boarding and sitting experience. I'm...
Monet can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, dog training, pet transportation
I'm a somewhat bias/avid dog lover. My name's Ronnita and I'm an Acting Major at Towson University, and I look forward to playing with and caring for your pet! Unfortunately, I do have a cat allergy, but all other furry friends are good to go. I also do bathing and light grooming.
Ronnita can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
My name is Regan, I am 23yo currently living in Lutherville, MD area. I recently graduated from Washington College (WAC) with a major in Sociology, and am currently working on my EMT certification. At WAC, I was a 4-year starter on the Softball team. I love all types of animals (the more the better!), and have recently gotten a...
Regan can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have been doing pet care and house sitting for about 3 years now. I love animals and helped raise my parents dog so I have some experience with training animals! Please let me know if you would be interested in having me care for your pet!
Gitanjali can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jenya D.
Owings Mills, MD
$16-23/hr
I can provide dog sitting in your home. I have an experience with dog sitting my friends' dogs. I am a teacher by profession. I am off for the summer, so this makes my schedule very flexible.
Jenya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Emma D.
Phoenix, MD
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have just finished my freshman year at the University of Mississippi and going to be home for the summer. I absolutely love dogs and have grown up around them my entire life. I currently have a 3-year-old German shepherd/coon hound mix. I have been dog sitting and walking for about 2 years now and I also have done over night...
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Qieara A.
Towson, MD
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a year of experience in the dog sitting industry and I would love to further it. I'm a college student who loves animals.
Qieara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Dreyton W.
Seven Valleys, PA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I hope all is well. My name is Dreyton but I go by Drey. I'm back home from college taking community college classes. I am looking for a part time job and something to do on the side while taking online classes. I recently came across care. com and realizing I would enjoy watching and taking care of other peoples pets. I...
Dreyton can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Extremely accommodating, reliable, easy to communicate with, and a stellar walker for my crazy pup! Highly recommend!"
Amy R.
Sarah K.
Towson, MD
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Pet Sitter With Experience With Dogs, Cats, Birds And Reptiles
Hello! My names Sarah, I'm a college student who is looking to gain a job in the future in social work but I also hold a great love for animals. Presently the only animal I own is a black cat named Salem I adore. However before I ever had my cat I had experience with dogs from 10-120Ibs, , a hobby of bird keeping as a teen that...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My name is Lilly and I am looking for a pet sitting job this summer! I am a college student and will be returning home in early May. I have my own dog and also have pet sat before. Let me know if you need help this summer!
Lilly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Upperco, MD
Amanda L.
5.0
Amanda is AMAZING!!! I needed someone to walk and feed my dog while I was on vacation, and she took such great care of her! She was so responsive, so professional, so thoughtful. I seriously could not have asked for a better experience! I would/will hire her again in a heartbeat! 😊
- Care member
Mallory M.
5.0
I trusted Mallory with my beloved cat while I was away for a week, and knowing she was caring for him made my time away so much easier! She was very flexible with setting up a time to meet us initially. She was on time, dependable, and sent photos and videos daily! I came home to a clean litter box,...
- Rebecca L.
Sophie A.
5.0
Sophie is a lovely and responsible young woman we hired to watch our bulldog Syd while we were traveling. He requires medication which Sophie gave him and took him for walks and kept him happy. We were relaxed while traveling knowing our baby was in good hands!
- Rick A.
Meredith A.
5.0
Meredith is an absolute godsend. Hire her immediately and without hesitation. We were so blessed that she was able to help us out in a pinch. She went above and beyond taking care of our two cats. She managed their medications with ease and cleaned up when they made a mess. She brought her own brush...
- Ananda J.
Krysta C.
5.0
Krysta is amazing, She really loves what she does and it shows. She took excellent care of all our pets while we were away. She was very communicative and always let me know how my pets were doing.
I HIGHLY recommend her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Upperco, MD
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Upperco, MD?
Dog sitters near you in Upperco, 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 Upperco, MD?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Upperco, 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 Upperco, MD is $20.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Upperco, MD?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Upperco, 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 Upperco, MD?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Upperco, 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 Upperco, MD?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Upperco, 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.