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Chloe D.
Sandy Spring, MD
$15-20/hr
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am currently searching for part-time jobs to make money in addition to the internship I have this summer. I love dogs and including being around them since I was little, I have had my own my whole life. I have taken care of her alone multiple times and I love to walk her and play with her. I'd love to...
Chloe can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Owner or knowledge of Labrador Retrievers, chickens, ducks, parakeets, finches, hermit crabs; part time and periodical caregiver of family, friends and neighbors' dogs and cats (vacation).
Comfortable with dog walking/play, feeding, bathing, light grooming, yard pet waste clean-up, cat litter box clean-up. Can transport your...
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Friendly and respectful. Offers to do what I need to have done around the house while I've been recovering from surgery."
Dana G.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Professional Dog Walker and Pet Sitter with over 20 years of experience!
I love all Dogs! Tiny dogs and Extra Big dogs have my heart! I am an animal Lover!
I absolutely love what I do! I love my furry babies and my clients!
You will see the difference in the quality of care I provide and the love I give to your furry...
Shelley can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have been working with Shelley for years and she is a god send! She has been there to help my dogs and I through so many situations, we would have been lost without her! She is a part of my dogs life everyday and it is so reassuring that he is getting loved and...
Liz S.
4.0
(2)
Thank you for taking the time to read about my services that I cannot only offer to you, but your loving companion as well!
I have always been an avid animal lover. I have owned guinea pigs, hamsters, dogs, cats, frogs, turtles, toads and rabbits. As a child, I wanted to become a veterinarian, so my father purchased me...
Talia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate person, I give all of me when I work so the families can rely on me for other times they need my services, I like to learn from every opportunity, so I can improve every time. I'd describe my personality as versatile, affectionate, and proactive.
I like working with pets because I love how pure they are,...
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Laura did an amazing job with my dog. She took great care of my Kira for about 2 weeks while I was in my honeymoon. She is the kind of person that gets along with animals so I had nothing to worry about. Can't recommend enough!!"
Kira O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting and walking. I love dogs and treat them as if they are like your baby
Courtney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Courtney is very reliable. She always checks in and sends plenty of pictures. She also sends you a screenshot of the GPS/Walking app that she uses which is very helpful in seeing the distance and duration that your pet has walked. She has been with us consistently...
Maricel W.
5.0
(1)
I love taking care of animals! I have worked in pet sitting and walking and the local Parks department in for animal care. From dogs, to cats, to lizards, to hedgehogs, I love caring for all animals big and small. I am a full time student and very caring, attentive, and kind.
Paige can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
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.
Machaila W.
Rockville, MD
$40-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
Will Update My Bio After I Setup The Rest Of My Account
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Most my career life I have worked for the county & private security, but the best part was returning home to my fur babies! My passion has always been with animals as my dream was to be a vet, but my heart couldn't handle when giving bad news. So, I opted to have my own babies & to care for others'! & that is why I am here to...
Machaila can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Machaila has been my go to sitter for my two kitties! Whenever she comes to watch them, they are always so playful and happy with her. I know my babies are taken care of very well with Machaila. "
Care member
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)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
I've always been in love with animals. I grew up surrounded by them and I can not live without them. I'm careful, patient, and very loving with animals. I love to play and spend time giving them affection! It will be an excellent experience! I want to learn more about each pet and further improve on each one's care. I will love...
Loryne can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Loryne is a very friendly and kind person. She is hard working and reliable. I would recommend her to any person needing care services."
Heloiza S.
Glorimar M.
Gaithersburg, MD
$13-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working as a pet sitter for more than 4 years I do walks and sitting also feed them it's it need it , I personal own a German shepherd and a chihuahua. I'm a pet lover . Please feel free to contact me I can provide my references .
Glorimar can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
Alyssa T.
Rockville, MD
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and dedicated.
I like working with animals because I had my own dog for most of my life. He passed away two years ago and I have been wanting to take care of dogs since.
I'm looking for a job that involves dog walking and sitting. I can come by and walk the dog as well as coming...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting
I have watched dogs on my own since I was 8 years old. I still do dog sitting and do once a day let outs if needed. I love all dogs, both big and small. I have had boxers all my life, so size doesn't bother me.
Catherine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Laura H.
Brookeville, MD
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had a handful of pets growing up and loved it. I now have two dogs of my own and adore them (one is 13 and the other is almost a year). Before moving to Ocean City, I was working for a dog walking company in my free time and would love to do it again.
I grew up with cats, dogs, and horses. I currently have two cats of my own. I am available to both watch your pets and for dog walking.
Laurel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a recent college graduate in between jobs and I love taking care of animals. I have been a dog-sitter for a family friend for about 5 years. I have taken care of our family dogs for most of my life. I have also helped my aunt board dogs. I am able to dog-sit, dog-walk, and I am able to cat-sit.
Michael can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I would love to help walk your dog or do drop in visits for your pet(s) during evening/weekend hours. I have experience with walking dogs of all types. I previously had a dog and rodents/fish, and I am now a cat parent.
Melanie can also help with: Pet walking
I am a professional dog walker with five years of experience, offering reliable and loving care for your furry friends. Over the years, I have handled dogs of various breeds, sizes, and temperaments, ensuring they receive the exercise and attention they need. My services include daily walks, playtime, feeding, and basic training...
Carl can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Sandy Spring, MD
Kelly M.
5.0
Friendly and respectful. Offers to do what I need to have done around the house while I've been recovering from surgery.
- Dana G.
Shelley R.
5.0
Shelley was great as my dog’s walker/sitter for over two years. She was always prompt and communicates great. Definitely recommend her to anyone seeking dog walking and/or sitting services.
- Care member
Laura O.
5.0
Laura took great care of our puppy and pet bird while my husband and I were away!
- Amanda M.
Courtney A.
5.0
Hire Courtney!!! I recently adopted a dog named Dunkin and he has a lot of separation anxiety. Needless to say, he could not be left alone. I was in the process of was trying to get him into a doggie daycare, but I needed someone to come to my house everyday while I went to work, to stay at my house...
- Stephanie H.
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.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Sandy Spring, MD
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Sandy Spring, MD?
A local dog walker near you in Sandy Spring, MD will cost you an average of $15.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of September 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Sandy Spring, MD?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Sandy Spring, MD. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Sandy Spring 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 Sandy Spring to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Sandy Spring, 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 Sandy Spring, 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 Sandy Spring, MD?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Sandy Spring, 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 Sandy Spring, MD?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Sandy Spring, 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.