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I have 20+ years experience with cats and dogs. I can walk, feed, play with , or even short term sit your furry babies.. I know they are family and will be treated as such!!
Celia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Kaytlin P.
Hobart, IN
$13-15/hr
I love animals and have grown up around different animals my whole life. I can help with pet watching and/or pet walking. I do not mind any task related to animals. Please ask me :)
Kaytlin can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
Hi, I have helped different families with different pet needs over the past 18 yrs. I have cared for various pets while families are away by day, weekends, and weeks for vacations. I have administered medicine as well. If near me, I can maybe walk the dogs 1 or 2 times a day. Look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for your...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting
I have 2 teenage girls along with 4 dogs, 2 cats, 2 fish and 2 turtles. All three of us, amazing fun girls, are willing to help you care for your pets too. We walk, we talk and we play! We will care in our home or yours. Available weekdays (hours may very) and most weekend. Please let us help you stop worrying about who will...
Susan can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
I'd describe my personality as loving caring and wants too help
I like working with animals because I always loved being all animals and loved helping and being there. I love my animals more than anything. I love to help animals.
I'm looking for a job that but I like to do and I want to do
I started working with animals when...
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Tyler H.
Crown Point, IN
$10-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekends, Sundays Can Be Talked About
I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old for children from 1 to 12. This range of ages has since increase with time and experience. Can be flexible and create a planned day for your kids, if your kids are on a strict schedule I manage my time well and will get them where they need to be on time, or just relax and take it...
Tyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Jennifer M.
Crown Point, IN
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks, Feeding, Administering Medications, Spending Quality Time Engaging Your Pet In Activities. I Care For My Friends & Families Pets Regularly. I Can Provide References. I Have Volunteer Experience At Animal Shelters.
I have provided pet care for numerable friends & family. I walk them on the bike trails or accompany them to dog parks. I think every dog has a "personality", & I find respecting a dogs boundaries & bonding through "getting to know" a dog is the key to establishing trust.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding & more
Hannah R.
Saint John, IN
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting at your house. I love dogs of all age and size. I will walk and groom any pets
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting
Elizabeth P.
Hammond, IN
$13-47/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Elizabeth and I love pets !
I have experience with tiny dogs , and large dogs . I myself have an Alaskan Malamute who is 2 years old, before her I had a small Poodle . I have also dog sat for a Rottweiler with cancer . I am an active person and would enjoy having someone to walk or run with me .
I also don't...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I have 1 dog and 1 cat. I have experience in walking dogs as well as taking care of them in your home, or mine is fine.
Kerry can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm a college student who is currently on summer vacation and looking for some part time work. Ive always been an animal lover. I've lived with golden retrievers my whole life and care for them while my parents are at work. I used to walk both of my grandmas dogs (1 shitzu, 1 beagle) during the week while I was in high...
Kayli can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Samantha S.
Munster, IN
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for pets. Currently I walk a German Shepard three times a week. I also help another family with their cats occasionally. Message me if interested
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We own a 100lb german shepherd who is not the easiest to handle and Samantha is very good with him. They became friends right away and he gets extremely excited to see her each week. Samantha is very good with him and we appreciate how caring she is. She gives us...
Nichlas K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, energetic, reliable
I like caring for seniors because I would do the same for my own parent if I had the chance to. It makes me feel better.
I'm looking for a job that trusts me as their caregivers and has a reasonable schedule.
I started caring for seniors 10 years ago
In my spare...
Selina can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Selina is a great worker! Definitely will recommend her."
Travon S.
5.0
(1)
Homemaker and mother of 4 children, a dog and a cat. Love them all :) I have references and am very reliable, kind and trustworthy. Childcare available. I was a head start teacher in Minnesota and had my own child care. Services for pets provided may include walks, feeding, playing and cleaning up after pets. Bringing in the...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dawn is a very loving and hard working person. I have known her since birth and watched her grow into the loving person she is today. "
Dennis E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willa. I come with plenty of experience with pets. I have worked at the South Suburban Pet shelter volunteering my time walking and comforting those fur babies in need. I have been foster mom for many litters of kittens. I have had a large Nordic pup and now my chihuahua Wally. I also have my puss Lee. I have...
Willa can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Willa was absolutely great with my Teo cat babies! They've never been away from home before and I must say after my weeks travel they were so comfortable when I picked them up, they didn't want to leave. I will be using Willa for all of my care needs"
Alicia R.
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking for somebody to watch after your dog while you're on a trip or vacation? Need someone to take your dog on walks or just need a friend to play with for a bit? My names Nichole and I'm searching for a fluffy buddy to help out with. I've alway loved animals, they are one of gods greatest gifts. I've been mostly dog walking/...
Nichole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Robin B.
Highland, IN
$8-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have dog walking experience, since I do have two dogs myself. I walk my dog regularly. I also have a 10 yr. Old cat. My German Shepherd is 2 yrs old and a border collie is 5 yrs old. I love my pets.
Robin can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello there! I'm a very patient, reliable, and caring person. I'm an elementary school teacher and Arizona native. I love animals and have been taking care of dogs and cats throughout my life. Looking for a way to earn some extra money over the summer and help out locally. Willing to dog walk and pet sit/house sit.
Ariel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Marian C.
Portage, IN
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a 55-year-old woman. Ive had about 10 large breed dogs in my lifetime and a have done some dog walking for others in my neighborhood over the years
Marian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Ashlyn M.
Valparaiso, IN
$15-30/hr
I love animals and taking care of them. I'm happy to help with any in house sitting and dog walking/other care.
Ashlyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Gary, IN
Samantha S.
5.0
We own a 100lb german shepherd who is not the easiest to handle and Samantha is very good with him. They became friends right away and he gets extremely excited to see her each week. Samantha is very good with him and we appreciate how caring she is. She gives us daily updates and pictures of her...
- Nichlas K.
Selina M.
5.0
Selina is a great worker! Definitely will recommend her.
- Travon S.
Dawn E.
5.0
Dawn is amazing! She is very thorough with cleaning, punctual, and a great communicator. 5 stars!
- Care member
Willa H.
5.0
Willa has a great deal of knowledge with working with animals.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Gary, IN
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Gary, IN?
A local dog walker near you in Gary, IN will cost you an average of $16.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 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 Gary, IN?
Care.com has 2 dog walkers offering services in Gary, IN. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Gary 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 Gary to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Gary, IN, 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 Gary, IN?
On Care.com, there are currently 2 dog walkers near you in Gary, IN 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.