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60 dog sitters are listed in Watkinsville, GA
The average posted rate is $9/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years
Dog sitters in Watkinsville, GA
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can help you out! I have had pets all my life. Dogs, cats, horses, a bird in there somewhere I think ;). Our property offers a large fenced back yard for playing or just soaking up the sun. If caring for your animal in my home my rate is..
Boarding $55/day(24 hrs)
$70/day on holidays.
If less than 12 hours- $12/hour
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Lori can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, boarding, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
I provide dog sitting and would be happy to care for your pets. I love animals and have 2 dogs of my own.
Karlee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love working with animals! I have a cat of my own, and grew up with many dogs and cats in my home. I have watched many family's pets while they are out of town, and enjoy loving on them! I am reliable, intentional, and nurturing.
Blakeley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I'm in town during college break and love animals! I've grown up with 5 dogs, 3 cats, chickens, fish, turtles, and quail. Would love to help out!
Lily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, dog training, pet transportation
11 years of experience with caring for dogs. We adopted our dog when he was 7 weeks old and we have loved having him in our family! He does great with other animals!
Danelle can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emma! I absolutely love animals and have experience with a variety of them. I have experience dog sitting as well as cat sitting for neighbors and family friends. I also have a Mastiff/Boxer mix of my own as well as a family of 3 guinea pigs. :)
Emma can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking
Hello! My name is Jenny and I am a full time college student looking for a part-time/full-time job for the summer! I have 4 years of experience with petsitting for other families as well as owning 3 dogs, 2 birds and 4 fish of my own! I absolutely love animals and think it is very important take care of them just as much as...
Jenny can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, boarding
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up on a farm in NH. I have adored animals my whole life and now have my own fur baby have 15 years of experience caring for horses, chickens, dogs, cats and even small indoor animals like hamsters, rabbits and guinea pigs. I work full time during the week but am looking for weekend or evening/morning pet care...
Sara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I grew up pet sitting all of middle and high school and I have two dogs myself who I care for! I love dogs and cats especially and pet sit for a lot of families in my neighborhood.
Carolina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Imani, an experienced pet sitter, is a true animal lover with a deep understanding of the unique needs and behaviors of various species. With an impressive 8-year tenure in the industry, she has developed an exceptional rapport with dogs, birds, fish, and large mammals alike, earning the trust and admiration of both pets and...
Imani can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals and have been pet sitting for over seven years! I have two dogs of my own and regularly volunteer at farms and animals shelters. I primarily have experience with dogs and cats but have volunteered with many kinds of farm animals and am open to any pets.
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I began pet sitting in middle school, and continued through high school and now college. I am currently a junior at the University of Georgia. I have pet sitting experience with large animals, exotic animals, cats, and dogs. I have a dog, a tortoise, and 3 cats myself so I am a huge animal lover!
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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"If you're looking for a friendly, experienced caregiver, Hannah is the person for you! I reached out to Hannah to take care of my cats, and she was a delight to work with! She was very communicative and nice, making the booking process easy and quick! I would...
Zac T.
Sydney G.
Athens, GA
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been pet sitting and dog walking for about five years and It's one of my favorite jobs! I love all types of animals and have several pets of my own!
Sydney can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Aileen H.
Athens, GA
$16-20/hr
I have had and taken care of pets for many years. In total, I have had 5 cats and 4 dogs in my life. This includes small breeds of dogs from pugs to big breeds such as german shepards! I currently have a cat of my own I have been taking care of for 4 years. I would love to help you out with sitting or dog walking etc.
Aileen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Haley M.
Athens, GA
$8-13/hr
I love taking care of pets! I have experience with dogs and cats and can provide references! I started pet sitting cats when I was 10 and fell in love with it since I can't have my own.
Haley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have experience with all breeds of dogs and cats and rabbits. I have been a professional dog sitter since 2022. I worked as a kennel technician for a year in 2017. I have volunteered at several animal shelters and also a wildlife rescue center. I am currently enrolled at ash worth college to be a vet assistant.
Grace can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I am a very patient and caring person with animals, with years of experience helping friends and family pet sit in many different avenues. I grew up with a rescued beagle and cared for her through old age and her senior years. I currently have of a 5-month-old kitten and senior cat that I live with and take care of.
I would...
Karah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Lydia K.
Athens, GA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 3 dogs currently and have grown up with 2+ dogs. I have had fish as well. I have pet sit my neighbors cats multiple times throughout the years as well. I absolutely love animals!!
Lydia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I am an animal lover and available to pet sit! Here are my qualifications.
-Cherokee County Animal Shelter and Athens Humane Society volunteer
-Former dog and bird owner
-Petsitting and dog walking experience
I hope to get to know you and your family, including your cat or dog!
Brenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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I love dogs, cats, and also small furry pets and reptiles (like the leopard geckos my childhood friend had). I want to be around animals whenever I can. Where I live now, I can't have pets, so pet-sitting gives me the opportunity to be around animals more. My favorite kind of cats are the friendly ones that like to sit with you,...
Ezra can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"For the past few years, Ezra has been our dog sitter as we started with one small dog and ended up with three of them. He follows their eating, walking and medication schedules, and has also bathed them upon request. The dogs love him and we can go away with peace...
Cindy B.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Watkinsville, GA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Watkinsville, GA?
Dog sitters near you in Watkinsville, GA 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 Watkinsville, GA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Watkinsville, GA 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 Watkinsville, GA is $9.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Watkinsville, GA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Watkinsville, GA. 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 Watkinsville, GA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Watkinsville, GA 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 Watkinsville, GA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Watkinsville, GA, 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.