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My name is Claudia! I am a senior studying Psychology at Wilmington University. I am pursuing a Masters this fall in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have had pets my whole life! I currently have two cats, 3 years and 1-year-old.
In 2019 I started dog walking , a dog walker platform. I have completed over 50 services ,...
Claudia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Fran.
I am a professional pet sitter and dog walker.
When my children were younger, we had a small pet sitting business in our Moorestown, NJ community.
We were with some families for over 10 years!
I can provide you with EXCELLENT references.
I do more than simply take your dog around the block. I will play...
Frances can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding & more
5.0
"Easily available on short notice and a holiday weekend. Friendly and dependable "
Ashley G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've taken care of neighbors' dogs and cats for them while they were away. I love all types of animals. I'm happy to walk dogs, scoop boxes, and do whatever I need to do for the animals while their owners are gone!
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Alexandra B.
Media, PA
$15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am very experienced with all kinds of animals. I have owned birds, fish, hamsters, rabbits, and most of all - dogs! I have volunteered at the ASPCA as well as the Animal Cruelty Society. I walk pets!, as well, and I enjoy every minute. I am open to all pet care- I can give baths, walks, and pet sitting.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Great communication and my dog loved his walks! We had family come back to live with us, otherwise I would continue to work with her and would hire her again in the future."
Michael M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an Irish lady who clean houses and some of my clients ask me to walk their dog, feed or let out for a run when I arrive and before I leave. I am a dog lover and most of my clients' pets really treat me like I am their caregiver which is funny. I also have two dogs, one is a collie (Molly) that I rescued in Ireland 9 years...
Catherine can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional pet sitter for over 17yrs & I do some dog behavior training. I trained with Cesar M. & Rick D. I do pet sitting, dog walking & overnights. I DO NOT board dogs at my house. I'm insured and bonded. I also give insulin injections to diabetic pets. I'm a member of NAPPS (National Association of...
Rose can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
", and best of all she is trained by the famous Cesar Millan, and has taught us quite a few important things for training Timmy!"
Theresa E.
5.0
(1)
I absolutely love animals I have had them my whole childhood and also taken care of them. I currently have a 5 yr old Terrier Mix and 2 yr old Newfoundland, so I am compatible with any sizes/ages! I am great with any animals and would love to help. I have a very flexible schedule. I can give baths when needed, dog walk and of...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
Norisdely C.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Animal Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care As Well As For In-Home/Overnight Care.
5.0
(2)
My love of animals was instill in me from an early age, growing up we had every pet you can think of. Birds, turtles, hamsters, a dog, a cat and even, a rabbit! I have transitioned that love into adulthood by pet sitting many cats and dogs. I have experience walking and caring for all types of dogs, from a 7 pound chihuahua to a...
Norisdely can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"We hired Norisdely 2-3 days a week to walk our dog during the day. She is always punctual and our dog loves her! When our dog was a puppy she was even great about cleaning up after her and gave us relevant updates. 10/10 best dog walker we've had!"
Sarah P.
Amanda G.
Wynnewood, PA
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have a lifelong love of spending time with animals, especially dogs. I have experience with pups from Chihuahuas to large Labradors and many sizes and breeds in between. Whether your dog loves to run, take long or short walks or prefers to snuggle, I will make sure that your pet gets the type of attention that makes him or her...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Mandy dog walks, dog/house sits, and babysits for us and she does it all with great care, patience, and reliability. She has been helping us with our dog since we brought him home at 12 weeks old. She is amazing with him. She is incredibly patient and attentive....
Alyson K.
5.0
(1)
I own 3 cats, a dog, a rabbit, 2 gerbils, and 5 guinea pings. I used to volunteer at a vet clinic as well as the cat adoption shelter, I have experience walking multiple dogs as well as taking care of sick pets. I absolutely love all animals of all kinds and am more than willing to go on walks with your pets, prepare custom...
Destini can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Jordan G.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jordan and I am a student at UPenn. I am 23 and I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. I love animals, and I have a dog named Duke at home. In the past, I had two gold fish and I have pet sit for cats and walked dogs for neighbors. As an ex-soccer player, I love to run and I am open to taking your dog on a...
Jordan can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hi, there! I can provide a dog sitting in your own home. As a highly organize and highly motivated animal lover with entry-level experience. Skilled in observing animal behavior and report any problems. Ensuring animal safety and well-being at all times. A dependable individual who effectively can provide care for animals. Able...
Alondra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"My puppy recently got attacked by a big dog leaving her in a fragile state. As a full time college student and part time babysitter, I was looking for someone I knew would care for and love my pup while I am not at home. Alondra was an excellent pup sitter and kept...
Maria V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an animal lover who would love to take your pup for a walk or play with your kittens while you're away or just need an extra helping hand!
Stefanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Hired Stefanie to clean my home as I recently started working and when I am home my kid/s especially my toddler won't me let do anything, wants all my to be for him. So since I recently went back to work. I did not want to let my home get worse . I finally got the...
Maira S.
Arianna H.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have six years of paid experience as a pet caretaker. My clients include individuals and families with:
-Cats, ages 1wk+
-Dogs, ages 4wk+
-Fish
-Turtles
-Geckos
I am open to learning to care for animals that I do not have experience with!
The services I am able to provide include, sitting (drop-ins, overnight and extended...
Arianna can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I hired Arianna to feed my cats while I was away on vacation for 5 days. She was very engaging, texted me updates each visit and seemed to get to know the cats personalities. It put me at ease while I was away and that really helped me to have a relaxing much...
Melissa P.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kimberly and I'm 62 years old. I am a very covid cautious nanny and former teacher from Broomall Pennsylvania. I have received the original covid vaccine /fall sept 18, 2022 : plus 3 rd covid booster and flu vaccine . other vaccines include MMR and TDAP.. My specialty is new born babies and older babies and...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Kim took care of our son from 8 weeks until 15 months when he transitioned to daycare. She also helped with our 3 year old daughter and is a regular sitter for us now that full-time care has ended. We can't say enough great things about Kim. More then a nanny, she...
Courtney K.
Lauren B.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have pet sit for my friends and family in the city for both cats and dogs. I am happy to help out where needed including dog walking and pet sitting.
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Provided exceptional pet care services including dog walking, pet feeding, and playtime activities resulting in improved physical and mental well-being of pets.
Walked dogs for clients, ensuring their safety and exercise needs were met
Fed and provided fresh water to pets according to their dietary requirements
Engaged in...
Gina can also help with: Pet walking
Allison D.
Glen Mills, PA
$10-13/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am available for dog walking and pet sitting. I am comfortable with animals of all ages and administering medication to pets. I have a 6-year-old beagle mix who loves people, other dogs, and car rides.
Allison can also help with: Pet walking
Gabriella H.
Philadelphia, PA
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Responsible Animal Lover Available For Pet Sitting And Walks!
I am available for pet sitting and dog walking throughout the Upper Valley. I am a lifelong dog owner with 4 years of experience as a dog walker and dog sitter.
Gabriella can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Haley L.
Havertown, PA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi everyone my name is Haley L. I attend Penn State and am home for the summer and would love a dog walking/sitting job, for the month of June!
I have a dog of my own which I adore! Her name is Winnie and we go on super long walks, play outside, I feed her, and cuddle!
Additionally I dog sat/walked my neighbors dogs for two...
Haley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Swarthmore, PA
Frances C.
5.0
Easily available on short notice and a holiday weekend. Friendly and dependable
- Ashley G.
Alexandra B.
5.0
Great communication and my dog loved his walks! We had family come back to live with us, otherwise I would continue to work with her and would hire her again in the future.
- Michael M.
Rose D.
5.0
Rose is wonderful with our three border collies. She does daily visits during which she feeds, waters, plays and even cleans up after them. They have really bonded with her and she has given us great training advice too. With three dogs it can get crazy but Rose handles them like a pro. Rose also...
- Susan P.
Norisdely C.
5.0
We hired Norisdely 2-3 days a week to walk our dog during the day. She is always punctual and our dog loves her! When our dog was a puppy she was even great about cleaning up after her and gave us relevant updates. 10/10 best dog walker we've had!
- Sarah P.
Amanda G.
5.0
Amanda is very reliable. We have hired Amanda twice to house and dog sit. She is wonderful with our dog. And even sent cute pics of our dog while we were away. We plan to hire her in the future.
- Lisa D.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Swarthmore, PA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Swarthmore, PA?
A local dog walker near you in Swarthmore, PA will cost you an average of $10.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 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 Swarthmore, PA?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Swarthmore, PA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Swarthmore 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 Swarthmore to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Swarthmore, PA 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 Swarthmore, PA 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 Swarthmore, PA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Swarthmore, PA, 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 Swarthmore, PA?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Swarthmore, PA 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.