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I had my own dog walking and pet sitting company in the past . Looking to make some money on the side while at college ! 4+ years of experience with dogs (all sizes up to 150 lbs ) and cats as well as fish and small mammals !!
Theodora can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I'm Sonia and I'm Italian. My culture has a very loving view of pets and animals and so do I. I don't feel like life is complete without a dog or cat in my life. They are a source of constant joy. I have been taking care of cats and dogs for many years, either in their home or mine. When they stay with me, they are part of the...
Sonia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Celia K.
Boyds, MD
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Celia! I grew up with dogs and got my own rowdy Jack Russell mix two years ago. Pre-COVID, I walked and dog sat through pet care services and loved getting to know the dogs in my area. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and ages.
Celia can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi! I'm Theodora, a caregiver with 10+ of experience. I love spending time with kids and creating a fun, safe space for them to learn and grow. I'm open to one-time jobs, dog walking, and recurring babysitting. Feel free to message me for more info!
Theodora can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shivani S.
Germantown, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Lover Available For Pet Care, Daily Walks And Also Occasional Last-Minute Needs
4.7
(10)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I am a pet owner and have grown up with dogs and cats from a young age (small and big). As a owner of a Pomeranian, I have learned how to take care of dogs such as feeding them, taking them on walks, playing with them and also being aware of what dogs should not do or eat. I have experience with dogs ranging from German...
Shivani can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I hired Shivani to watch my 3 dogs, 2 Boston terriers and a pit bull. She was prompt to the interview, and took the time to walk my dogs along side me. She is very knowledgeable, and professional. After we agreed she was the right fit I found she made the process...
Holly W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have a small business and walk and take care of pets. I take some to my house, stay at your house or do daily walking. I know how much people love their animals because I have a dog and cat, and can't imagine my life without them. I love animals. I think they bring so much joy into our lives.
I will treat your pets like my...
Sarah can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I provide cat and dog care including feeding, waste cleanup, walking, playing, etc. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I have owned and cared for various cats and dogs. Look forward to assisting with your pet care needs.
5.0
"Victor was employed by us to feed our koi (pond) while we were in transition of moving and new owners coming in. He was very good at following our obscure directions and kept well in touch alerting us to any issues. He was timely and very efficient and we recommend...
Sara F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I always had dogs and cats since my childhood. I love having many of them around, they are the joy of the house.
My dogs currently live in Brazil, so I would love to play and walk with your little friend.
Suely can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi Care community!
I currently work for DCs animal shelter and previously worked for 7+ years for an international animal welfare organization and prior to that I was a professional dog walker/pet sitter in Baltimore County... so you could say that animal welfare is in my DNA! I'm looking to take on occasional pet sitting gigs...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie provided consistently wonderful after-school and full-time summer care to our 2 boys for over 5 years. She was extremely dependable, always patient and pleasant, and dedicated to providing loving and consistent care to my sons. She helped with a number of...
Kate K.
Amicahyri M.
Gaithersburg, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with children for over 14 years, in a babysitting and teaching setting. I love being able to be silly, artistic and active with kids! Additional responsibilities I've performed consist of picking up kids from school, helping with homework, walking dogs and some housekeeping.
5.0
"Our family loves Mica - my 3 year old hugs and kisses her every time she comes to watch our kids. Mica spends time with the kids doing whatever they are doing - playing games, doing art work, etc. She is great With things like making kids meals and cleaning up. She...
Leslie C.
Marcia G.
Germantown, MD
$23-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
20+ Years In Early Childhood Care/BA In Early Childhood
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*** Criminal background check available upon request.
Hi my name is Marcia. I love working with children. I have worked in the early childhood field for over 25 years, many of those years as a lead teacher. I have also worked as a nanny for over 5 years. I am a proud mother of 3 grown children and a loving grandmother of 4. I...
Marcia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marcia is very responsible and caring. She treats her charges as her own. She always shows up for work and gives her all. She would be a good person to watch your children."
Patricia M.
Madisyn S.
Germantown, MD
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked for a pet shelter in Baltimore as a dog walker and pet sit/dog walk for a local company!
Madisyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am an avid dog and cat lover. I worked in a pet boarding facility for 2 years. There I administered medication, took them on walks, and even did some grooming! I also currently have two cats a dog that I absolutely love.
Karla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm an experienced dog/cat sitter and I have a dog myself. I can follow all rules, take for walks and to the park, play and entertain a pet, give food and light training. I trained a service dog myself
Luciana can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello, my name is Dulce, I like dogs, I have 2 dogs. I like to go for a walk with the dogs, I don't have work experience but I'm willing to learn and am excited to meet your animal. Give them all of the love and attention possible. I work for myself, so my schedule is super flexible and I can accommodate you and your pups needs.
Dulce can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Samantha D.
Germantown, MD
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've had plenty of dog sitting experiences with different families. I currently have an energetic 2-year-old silver and lab and a 10-year-old chihuahua. I'm responsible & caring, will play/walk dogs.
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Cierra M.
Montgomery Village, MD
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Animal Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care
Hello! I am a very friendly and outgoing animal lover looking to provide pet care services. I have a cat and golden retriever of my own. I have pet sat for many years for both cats and dogs of all sizes as well as helped with giving specific medications if needed. I am very flexible with my schedule and can also help with...
Cierra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding
I have many years of experience providing dog sitting and dog walking services. I have been able to develop, advertise, and gain clients over the years. I will work with you to coordinate schedules for short or long time bookings. I have had black labs all my life so I am comfortable with dogs of all breeds and sizes. Looking...
Lexi can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I have been a dog sitter/cat sitter for over 2 years for a few years and love spending time with pets. I love taking them on walks and giving them loving attention!
Negar can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Hello! I will happily provide drop-in visits, walks and potentially boarding for your dog or cat. I grew up taking care of all kinds of dogs-big, small, temperamental, calm so have 10+ years of experience with animal care. Having had many pets myself, I understand how important it is to ensure that your pet is getting the proper...
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Boyds, MD
Shivani S.
5.0
Shivani was great to our pup and worked around our crazy inconsistent work schedule. She was awesome about picking her up and allowing her to stay longer if necessary. We were grateful we had her help! If we still lived in the area we would definitely still be using her as a pet sitter. I highly...
- Madison K.
Victor M.
5.0
Victor was employed by us to feed our koi (pond) while we were in transition of moving and new owners coming in. He was very good at following our obscure directions and kept well in touch alerting us to any issues. He was timely and very efficient and we recommend him for any other jobs.
- Sara F.
Katie F.
5.0
Katie provided consistently wonderful after-school and full-time summer care to our 2 boys for over 5 years. She was extremely dependable, always patient and pleasant, and dedicated to providing loving and consistent care to my sons. She helped with a number of chores around the house (laundry,...
- Kate K.
Amicahyri M.
5.0
Our family loves Mica - my 3 year old hugs and kisses her every time she comes to watch our kids. Mica spends time with the kids doing whatever they are doing - playing games, doing art work, etc. She is great With things like making kids meals and cleaning up. She also cleans up whatever kids have...
- Leslie C.
Marcia G.
5.0
Marcia is very responsible and caring. She treats her charges as her own. She always shows up for work and gives her all. She would be a good person to watch your children.
- Patricia M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Boyds, MD
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Boyds, MD?
A local dog walker near you in Boyds, MD will cost you an average of $18.25 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of February 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Boyds, MD?
Care.com has 4 dog walkers offering services in Boyds, MD. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Boyds or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Boyds to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Boyds, MD worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Boyds, MD to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Boyds, MD?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Boyds, MD, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Boyds, MD?
On Care.com, there are currently 4 dog walkers near you in Boyds, MD that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.