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Kayla H.
Galesville, MD
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Kayla! I love caring for animals, I have to dogs myself! I have had a little experience walking others dogs occasionally, however most of my experience comes from me caring for my family pets! I would love to meet your furry friends and help you care for them.
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I lost my sweet boy several years ago and I have found great joy in being a temporary pet parent through dogsitting and walking! I am reliable, dedicated and above all, I love animals!
Beth can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, passionate and caring.
I like caring for seniors because it's very rewarding. It's an opportunity to not only express gratitude for their contributions to society over the years but also to learn from them.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to make a positive impact in someone's...
Michael can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, companionship
I live on a small farm and have a lot of experience taking care of my own animals such as chickens, dogs and cats, as well as with my neighbors and friends animals such as chickens, cats, dogs, horses, sheep, goats and more!
I'd describe my personality as cheery, curious, and excited!
I like working with animals because I...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Madison B.
Edgewater, MD
$10/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maddie- Born and raised in Maryland! Going to school here in Fayetteville. I have 7 nieces and nephews that I absolutely adore!! Along with babysitting them I've also babysat for neighbors and family friends! I've worked in a daycare with infants to school age. After working in the daycare I nannied for 1 year, a...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello, Hello!
I'm Victoria, a 24-year-old ready to surround your little ones with the magic of Annapolis! As a military spouse, dog person, and highly attentive caregiver, your sweet babe(s) will be in capable hands.
Picture your child exploring the historic streets of downtown on morning walks, or enjoying the bay shore, with...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Diana H.
Lothian, MD
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love all animals and used to live on a farm. I am looking to make a little extra money and love going for walks. I have a very flexible schedule and love spending quality time with animals. Currently located in Kent Island MD.
Diana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
Merve C.
Annapolis, MD
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Merve. In 2019 came to USA as an au pair.
With 10 years of experience in child care, including 4 years with my host family's two children, two cats, and one dog in the USA, I have developed a strong background in creating safe and engaging environments for kids of all ages. I am certified in CPR and First Aid and have...
Merve can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi all! I'm a friendly and bright 24-year-old pursuing a passion in ceramics and a career in horticulture. I am comfortable with all sorts of pets, experience as a kennel hand has ensured this. I provide in home pet care including: dog walks; play and cuddle time; administered medication; feeding; clean messes; companionship. I...
Kataryna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I'd describe my personality as devoted, energetic, and creative
I started working with animals when I was probably 4-5 my family has always had various different animals from horses to fish growing up and have always just loved being hands on and involved with them
In my spare time, I like to fish, go out to nature parks and...
Jordan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started on care. com as a child care provider, but I've grown into an animal lover. Many times I dog walk with the children that I serve. I'm very nurturing and want nothing more to see animals in a safe thriving environment. I am honest, dependable, consistent and gentle.
My dog walking rate is $1 per minute with a 20 minute...
Tekisha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Tekisha is amazing! I hired her to pick my son up from school and drop him home. She is punctual and dependable, I highly recommend her to watch your kids."
Charita M.
Kristin S.
Millersville, MD
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am happy to provide pet sitting services for you.. Although I am happy to stop by for visits as many times needed to check on your pet, I unfortunately can not board them at my home. I can provide pet sitting services for a wide variety of pets. I am also happy to provide dog walking services. I have worked at petsmart and...
Kristin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kristin did a wonderful job taking care of our dog while we were away for the weekend! She asked lots of questions during the meet and greet about our dogs likes/dislikes, routine, health, etc to make sure she had everything she would need. She sent lots of...
Allison C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a pet of my own that I love to take out on walks and go to the dog park
I will gladly love to walk, play and love your pup when you are to busy!
Jen can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an empty-nester...
I grew up with having pets and my once place of employment is a pet friendly hotel. As pets walk through my hotel they come to my office to greet me "hello" before check-in.
Recently, we had a family pet, a mini poodle. 3yrs ago he passed away from cancer. Haven't quite decided yet to get another dog...
Angela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I firmly believe that animals deserve the utmost love, respect, and attention. As a dedicated caregiver, I am committed to ensuring their physical and emotional well-being. Whether it's walking dogs, feeding and grooming pets, or simply providing companionship, I am fully equipped to handle the diverse needs of different...
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kayla was reliable and flexible. She was responsive when I contacted her and my cats were very well taken care of."
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Lindsey K.
Odenton, MD
$15-50/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have owned dogs all my life. My first dog grew up with me- he came to us when I was 6 years old. I have also been a foster dog mom to a pit mix for a summer and pet sit for neighbors in my teens.
I currently live with a friendly cat.
I am comfortable pet sitting in your home or having a dog in my home temporarily. I can...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Lindsey helped take care of our home and cat while we were away on vacation. She is very dependable. She sent us messages after checking in on our house each day so we didn't have to worry. Would definitely hire again!"
Natalie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
*Only considering part time gigs at this time- dog walking, house cleaning, after school care/ transportation, date nights etc...*
I have additional reviews from my employers available.
Thanks for checking out my page! I am a mother of two children, a 5-year-old girl and a1-year-old boy. I work at the Charles County Sheriffs...
Alana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was very fortunate to find, Alana, and she has been a wonderful blessing to our family. She has taken care of both our younger children (9 and 11 years old) since September 2018. Alana is always on time, never calls out, is able to accommodate the children's...
Meaghan H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a native Annapolitan and live just outside of the historic district. I am an animal lover who provides pet walking, day and overnight visits, and can administer certain types of medication. I have an especially compassionate heart for senior pets and their specialized needs.
I am most available during the hours of...
Terry can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Terry provided a full understanding of her background/experience. She gained a thorough understanding of all the care issues and kept in regular contact as to how things were going. Very professional."
Mark G.
Kaelan B.
Annapolis, MD
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have dependable transportation and lots of experience driving children. I am background checked & finger printed.
I'm looking for a job that is fast paced, where I can take the kid(s) to parks, short nature walks, museums, libraries & more!
I started working with kids when I was 15, I baby for multiple families up to age 19...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We had Kaelan as our nanny for our toddler and infant for 2 years. She was absolutely the best nanny one can ask for. She was always on-time and prepared to spend time with our kiddos. She was a natural when it comes to educating toddlers through play, as well as...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'd love to help you or your loved one! I'm a kind, patient, compassionate woman. A nurturer by nature, I find it very fulfilling to help others. I'm a great listener, I especially love hearing old stories or wisdom from seniors. But I'm also adaptable to those who prefer not to chat.
I workout regularly and believe good...
Makisha can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kisha made a great impression on myself and my grandmother (the client). She is kind and patient. She will take great care of your loved one."
Shannon L.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Shady Side, MD
Tekisha B.
5.0
Tekisha is amazing! I hired her to pick my son up from school and drop him home. She is punctual and dependable, I highly recommend her to watch your kids.
- Charita M.
Kristin S.
5.0
We hired Kristen to feed our 3 cats over the Thanksgiving holiday. She did a great job keeping me posted on her schedule, sending pictures of our girls, sharing how much they ate, etc. She cleaned up elimination problems and vomit without complaint and cleaned out the litter boxes She even agreed...
- Joie M.
Kayla C.
5.0
Kayla was reliable and flexible. She was responsive when I contacted her and my cats were very well taken care of.
- Care member
Lindsey K.
5.0
Lindsey helped take care of our home and cat while we were away on vacation. She is very dependable. She sent us messages after checking in on our house each day so we didn't have to worry. Would definitely hire again!
- Natalie B.
Alana S.
5.0
I was very fortunate to find, Alana, and she has been a wonderful blessing to our family. She has taken care of both our younger children (9 and 11 years old) since September 2018. Alana is always on time, never calls out, is able to accommodate the children's ever changing schedule, is well...
- Meaghan H.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Shady Side, MD
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Shady Side, MD?
A local dog walker near you in Shady Side, MD will cost you an average of $9.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 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 Shady Side, MD?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Shady Side, MD. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Shady Side 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 Shady Side to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, MD?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, MD?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Shady Side, 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.