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60 dog sitters are listed in Wakefield, RI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years
Dog sitters in Wakefield, RI
Emily S.
Charlestown, RI
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I have experience with dog, cat and reptile sitting. If you would like to know more about some of the families I've served, send me a message! Thanks for reading :-)
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Celia D.
Narragansett, RI
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home and if hypoallergenic I can care for the animal in my home as well. Growing up with two dogs and a bunny has taught me how to care for animals. It takes responsibilities that I believe I have. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
Celia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been caring for pets since I was 12 years old when I started dog sitting for the neighborhood dogs. I am also a wildlife conservation biologist and I volunteer at a wildlife clinic where I have been able to care for a variety of animals. I have lived with both dogs and cats and love all animals. I can dog sit in the...
Anya can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting! :) I have two furry friends of my own . I love dogs and cats and would love to help other people with their pets.
Maegan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Rhiannon and I am currently a student at the University of Rhode Island. I have 3 years of experience with pet sitting and house sitting. I have experience with a range of types of animals as well as breeds of dogs. In the past, I have cared for chickens, dogs, and cats. In addition to caring for animals, I am...
Rhiannon can also help with: Pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Tammy. My love of animals and the importance of their care and well being are extremely important to me. I have been very fortunate to always have pets in my life. I have 2 fur babies of my own who are everything to me. Animals innocence and the love that they give is unconditional. We are the ones that they...
Tammy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is bria and I've grown up with animals! I've always been a crazy animal lover! I've done pet sitting for many animals and their families. I have cared for dogs, cats, hamsters, ferrets, bunnies and even fish! I wish I could do boarding at my house but I already have two cats and a ferret. I am very loving and will...
Bria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dog walker, pet sitter, dog lover with a big heart, passion and a mission to ensure all pets receive the very best care, love and attention they deserve.
-Days, nights, vacation care.
-walks, runs, visits to parks and beaches
-Receive photo updates of your babies during their fun activities.
-Will pick up/drop off...
Ericka can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"We hired Ericka to walk our lab mix while we were moving and she was staying with my parents. Ericka was great- she took Hannah for lovely walks and little jogs including to the beach. And she sent me cute pics of Hannah on their outings. Hannah had way better...
Jaime F.
Kathryn S.
North Stonington, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter, Stable Hand & Dog Walker With Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Need someone you can trust to take care of your furry children? Hi there! I'm a friendly, compassionate individual. I am a graduate of University of Connecticut and currently am in an MRI program. I've been working around animals since I can remember, and have a lot of experience with cats, dogs, and horses. Animals have helped...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"We absolutely love Kathryn and feel so lucky to have found her! My dogs loved her immediately they were drawn to her gentle personality, her calm and sweet manner. It is very difficult for me to leave my dogs with anyone, but I completely trust Kathryn with my two...
Michelle A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have owned cats, dogs and horses my entire life. At this time I work at a horse breeding farm. I own 2 female dogs and 3 cats. I'm available to watch your dog in my home. I'm familiar with many breeds of dogs and have had a few litters of puppies and cats. I worked for the rescue league rehabbing litters of feral kittens.
Valarie can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"I have known Valarie since 1985. At first it was a business relationship, but over the years we have become very good friends. She is caring, dedicated, honest, and trustworthy. I would feel comfortable leaving anyone and anything I value in her care ( I have many...
Deb C.
Danielle W.
Coventry, RI
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Danielle, I am current employed at CVS Health in pharmacy merchandising and looking to babysit/pet sit on the side. I have babysat children as young as 7 months old and as many as three children at one time. I have two dogs - a husky and black lab/husky mix, as well as a cat. I've also grown up with chickens. I will...
Danielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Danielle provided overnight dog care in our home while we were away. Danielle responded immediately to our messages and texts and was punctual. She sent lots of pictures of the pups while we were away. Most importantly our dogs loved her. We highly recommend...
Chris S.
Lisa G.
Warwick, RI
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lisa. I have been pet sitting on and off for 6 years I went back to school for a while so had to close acct due to my studies . I am an extreme animal lover . All pets I care for are loved and treated as my own I myself have 2 dogs 3 cats of my own I have fostered abused dogs and cats. I know how difficult and...
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I interviewed Lisa and she was very knowledgeable about dogs. She was ontime just as we discussed and took care of feeding and playtime! She even picked up after them. I would absolutely hire Lisa again. Thank you Lisa!"
David L.
Hi, my name is Maddy! I absolutely love dogs maybe a little bit too much. I have 4 dogs in my life as of right now. I have three at home with my parents and me and my boyfriend just got one as well. I have always had a dog and I honestly would do anything for them. I love taking them for walks and just giving them love. I am...
Madison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide pet sitting services from drop in check in's to walking as well as overnight jobs. I have experience mostly dog sitting but am open to other pet jobs. I can cover all kinds of tasks including giving medication, specific diets, walks, as well as light housework for overnight jobs.
Madison can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Sophia N.
Newport, RI
$8-18/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophia! While I am on Care for mainly child care, I also love doing animal care as well. I myself have 3 small rescue dogs, 2 being Maltese's and 1 being a shih-tzu. As I'm sure you know, rescue dogs come with their fair share of trauma and challenges, so I'm quite experienced in caring for dogs that are not...
Sophia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
I have loved animals my whole life. I have worked with many animals in various jobs including dogs, cats, chickens, rats, hamsters, guinea pigs, pigs, monarch butterflies, and other various aquatic species. In the past I have worked in grooming salons as well as a boarding kennel. Personally, I have 3 dogs, 3 kittens, an...
Samantha can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
Not only do I love animals, but I would love to help take care of yours! I have two precious pups myself, Tito and Hope, who are 3 and 9 years old who are my world. I was also a nanny who provided care to two elderly dogs who were 15 and 16. I will provide pet sitting in your home as well as walking your pet if applicable. Daily...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Lily C.
Stonington, CT
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've been a dog sitter for two years now - and moving to Brooklyn, I won't have any furry friends around to visit! I'm an avid walker and love when I get time with a new dog.
Lily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I walked dogs for 2 different families while I attended college. Since then I have done occasional dog walking/pet sitting for the families I babysit for as well as for friends.
Dana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding
Hi, my name is Kelly. I have had pets my whole life in addition to having a pet sitting and dog walking business for 10 plus years!
I can care for lots of different types of animals.
I am also bonded and insured.
Please feel free to reach out and ask any other questions you may have.
Thank you
Kelly
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Wakefield, RI
Ericka M.
5.0
We hired Ericka to walk our lab mix while we were moving and she was staying with my parents. Ericka was great- she took Hannah for lovely walks and little jogs including to the beach. And she sent me cute pics of Hannah on their outings. Hannah had way better walks with Ericka than she gets from...
- Jaime F.
Kathryn S.
5.0
We absolutely love Kathryn and feel so lucky to have found her! My dogs loved her immediately they were drawn to her gentle personality, her calm and sweet manner. It is very difficult for me to leave my dogs with anyone, but I completely trust Kathryn with my two babies! I am grateful to have...
- Michelle A.
Valarie R.
5.0
I have known Valarie since 1985. At first it was a business relationship, but over the years we have become very good friends. She is caring, dedicated, honest, and trustworthy. I would feel comfortable leaving anyone and anything I value in her care ( I have many times). She is a very hard worker...
- Deb C.
Danielle W.
5.0
Danielle provided overnight dog care in our home while we were away. Danielle responded immediately to our messages and texts and was punctual. She sent lots of pictures of the pups while we were away. Most importantly our dogs loved her. We highly recommend Danielle!
- Chris S.
Lisa G.
5.0
Lisa sat for me over night and did pop ins she was wonderful followed my directions even through the holiday my pets were not alone she staying with them I highly recommend her. I will be using her in the future for my pet care.
- Mike G.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Wakefield, RI
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Wakefield, RI?
Dog sitters near you in Wakefield, RI 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 Wakefield, RI?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Wakefield, RI 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 Wakefield, RI is $17.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Wakefield, RI?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Wakefield, RI. 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 Wakefield, RI?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Wakefield, RI 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 Wakefield, RI?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Wakefield, RI, 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.