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Hello! Offering petting sitting, pet care, and dog walking! 20 years experience (cats, dogs, and horses).
Flexible week day schedule!
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sherrie R.
Myersville, MD
$5-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love pets!! I myself have three cats and two horses. I am able to walk the dog, feed and play with cats, take care of horses, clean the fish bowl. Anything that needs to be done, I can do it!
Sherrie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Sherrie took care of my two horses, two dogs, and four cats while I was out of town. She visited twice daily. Mornings she cleaned stalls, put out hay, let the horses out, and fed the dogs and cats. Evenings she brought the horses in and fed everyone. She also...
Elisa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Angelia (An-juh-lee-uh), I am 19 and I graduated high school in May 2017. I am in a veterinary assisting certificate program at FCC. In my spare time, I like to make jewelry, walk downtown, and take drives through the mountains. Although, most days I am running around to help my family, my schedule is flexible and...
Angelia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Angelia is a fantastic dog walker. She sends a follow up text after every walk and is extremely flexible. Great communication and cannot recommend her enough. "
Mark M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love most animals, I'm not too keen on snakes or spiders. I can pet sit in your own home, I can walk your pets, groom them, or just hang out with them. I have my own pet sitting and house sitting business: While You Are Away, LLC.
Corinne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Corinne followed the directions for my kitty Penelope exactly! She even sent me pictures playing with Penelope while I was away. I would definitely recommend her!"
Julia K.
Dawn B.
Frederick, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I LOVE animals! I am available for dog walking, feeding, socializing and general care.
I have experience caring for:
-Dogs
-Cats
-Rabbits
-Hamsters
-Guinea Pigs
-Fish
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding
Hello! My name is Shante', and I am a dedicated and passionate pet care provider with 17 years of experience in caring for a variety of pets. My love for animals has driven me to pursue a career where I can ensure the well-being and happiness of your furry, feathered, or scaly family members.
I specialize in personalized pet...
Shante can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding
I am a teacher, and I have been a nanny for over 10 summers, which includes basic pet care for dogs and cats. I have fed animals, taken them outside, taken them for walks, and played with them. I have also house and pet sat for families out of town.
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Elizabeth H.
Frederick, MD
$15-20/hr
I worked at Petsmart for 3 years and I grew up with a dog and 2 cats. I love animals and I'm more than happy to feed, walk, and watch your pet as needed.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Haille O.
Myersville, MD
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced pet lover who would love to care for your pet. Im responsible and have a lot of time off during summer break so id love to devote a bunch to your fury one. Im a runner at Mount St. Marys and would love to bring your pup on a walk with me to get some energy out. Or I can watch any and all pets while you're on...
Haille can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hey yall! I've been around dogs my whole life! My sister is a dog trainer so I've learned a lot watching her work with her dogs, aggressive dogs and training my own dogs. I love to walk dogs and care for them with my little ones! Would be happy to care for your fluffy babies!
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, boarding
Audrey D.
Frederick, MD
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Audrey and I'm a huge pet lover. I grew up with many dogs, cats, birds, and fish throughout my childhood. I've been walking dogs for other families for about 6 years almost. I've taken care of cats for other families also, and I've taken care of my own birds and fish.
Audrey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lilianna H.
Walkersville, MD
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have walked dogs, for pay, for about 2 years. I grew up around dogs and cats ever since I was around 6 years old. I'd love to sit for cats/dogs because I love animals!!
Lilianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello Families, I am Laura. I love animals. I have more than 7 years of experience with dogs, cats, hamsters, birds, chickens etc. I take care of the pets as if they are mine. I've worked for many families being a nanny and most have animals. I have always helped out with walking, feeding, and playing with them. I also could...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Kirstyn A.
Frederick, MD
$20-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
I would love to watch your furry friend! I love walks, hikes, traveling! I will be glad to watch your dog for you and anything else that's needed!
Kirstyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Dedicated and experienced pet care with cuddles guaranteed. I have had a passion for animals since I was a small child and have gained my animal experience working in the veterinary field. I have pets of my own who are my whole world and I will love yours as they were my own.
I'd describe my personality as gentle calm and...
Heather can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I really love animals and I consider myself very responsible. I am also flexible with the schedules
Valentina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kierstin W.
Emmitsburg, MD
$13-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, I have had a special bond with animals of all sorts since I was old enough to walk. I have always had a fury friend by my side growing up because I suffer from anxiety, and being around animals has always eased my mind in way I can't explain. I have rescued everything from barn animals to dogs and I absolutely love...
Kierstin can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Lucia S.
Frederick, MD
$13-18/hr
I have a lot of experience taking care of dogs, I grew up with many dogs in my house, and I love pets. For me pets are like part of the family, I enjoy going for walks and taking care of them, I have a Labrador at my house currently, and I love dogs and they make me very happy.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel! I currently live in Woodsboro with my husband and our baby girl. We can't have dogs in our apartment so we are eager to adopt one once we have a home. I grew up loving multiple dogs, bunnies and barn cats of our own and I also cared for my neighbors' animals on a regular basis. I've cared for high-energy...
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking
Sarah L.
Frederick, MD
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a stay at home mom who is looking to walk your furry family member when you need it! I was previously an elementary classroom teacher for 7 years. I have dog/cat sat a handful of times over the years and I've enjoyed making sure that someone else's pet is taken care of.
Sarah can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Thurmont, MD
Sherrie R.
5.0
Sherrie took care of my two horses, two dogs, and four cats while I was out of town. She visited twice daily. Mornings she cleaned stalls, put out hay, let the horses out, and fed the dogs and cats. Evenings she brought the horses in and fed everyone. She also played with the dogs, collected the...
- Elisa S.
Angelia D.
5.0
Angelia is a fantastic dog walker. She sends a follow up text after every walk and is extremely flexible. Great communication and cannot recommend her enough.
- Mark M.
Corinne A.
5.0
Corinne followed the directions for my kitty Penelope exactly! She even sent me pictures playing with Penelope while I was away. I would definitely recommend her!
- Julia K.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Thurmont, MD
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Thurmont, MD?
A local dog walker near you in Thurmont, MD will cost you an average of $17.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 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 Thurmont, MD?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Thurmont, MD. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Thurmont 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 Thurmont to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Thurmont, 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 Thurmont, 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 Thurmont, MD?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Thurmont, 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 Thurmont, MD?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Thurmont, 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.