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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 transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Terry went above and beyond to care for my special needs adult daughter and my rescue Jack Russell (not sure which one was a bigger handful - but she always left both of them happy!) Highly recommend this caring and trustworthy woman."
April A.
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, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding
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.
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
"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...
Joie M.
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaelan has been a great sitter for our boys. She is reliable and very communicative. She is playful and so much fun. Our boys love her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Alayna ! I'm 19 years old and a freshman in college. I've been pet sitting since I was 12 and love all kinds of animals. I can pet sit, walk animals, and help with anything else your pet needs!
Alayna can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Alayna was one of the first and only sitters our two boys, ages 1 and 3, coming out of Covid isolation and she set the bar incredibly high! She is a great communicator, always on time (early) and was truly excellent with our boys. She worked with each of them to...
Care member
Jada W.
Crofton, MD
$13-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jada and I am looking for pet sitting/ walking jobs. I absolutely love animals and will take very good care of them. I love to play and get the animals moving and being happy. I do over nights or daily visits. I am comfortable with rescue/ timid animals due to me having one and know the things that go along with...
Jada can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Watched my cats for a week. Showed up every morning even through some pretty bad weather: Energetic, reliable and obviously loves animals."
Tom E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have four kids, ages 12 to 22. I have a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and decades of childcare experience with kids of all ages.
I enjoy crafts, reading books, singing songs, and playing games. I love to take kids on outings, such as the library for story time, walks on the boardwalk, and the playground to...
Deb can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Deb helped our family for a few weeks until our permanent childcare could start. She was so good with our children, dependable, and provided us with updates when she took them on fun outings. Would highly recommend Deb to anyone!"
Heather B.
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, light cleaning, errands, 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.
Gabrielle E.
Millersville, MD
$15-25/hr
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years of child care experience, 3 years of house cleaning experience, and about 2 years pet/house sitting experience. I am a passionate person that will get the job done right, love on your fur baby, give them long walks and play sessions, and leave the house better than I found it!
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
"I was very pleased with her service, She was very thorough. I wasn't sure what to expect but i know she exceeded my expectations."
Kathy R.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been an RN for almost 10 years, mainly in the ER. I used to dog walk and help pet sit as needed for a few years intermittently. I grew up with dogs and cats along with various other animals including fish and bearded dragons. I have 2 dogs and a cat currently who are such a wonderful part of our family! I am...
Nicole can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Been around dogs all my life, love taking care of their needs.
Use to have dog walking from 2015 to 2020.
-Over 9 years of experience with both cats and dogs
-Experience with all sizes of dogs but prefer working with smaller dogs
-Experience with all ages of dogs and cats, puppies and kittens as young as 3 months
-No allergies, can handle both short haired and long haired pets
-Personally own 2 dogs
-Experience with training...
Hannah S.
Severna Park, MD
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Hannah and I am a current junior at Tulane. I love animals and have four years of experience of dog walking. I have been cat sitting for about 10 years as well. I've done some work with Take Paws rescue and have had my own Jack Russell terrier for 11 years.
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've done a few odd jobs here and there for friends and neighbors including dog walking, overnight care, and feeding. I enjoy watching both dogs and cats, and have a cat of my own at home. Can also help with medication and baths.
Ava can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I am new to this, however I have walked dogs in the past for charity. I am seeking dog walking and sitting jobs near my area.
Jazmin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've taken care of cats and dogs for the last couple of years. I've done everything, from simple dog walking once a day, to spending a whole week taking care of 5 dogs and 4 cats, that was quite and adventure!
My sister has also left me in charge of her cats several times and I have had my own pets too.
Sara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jocelyn R.
Bowie, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have experience both dog walking and dog and cat sitting. I love the outdoors and am willing to walk in all types of weather!
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am local to Kent Island and available to help with pet sitting and dog walking! I am active and would love to spend some time caring for your animal(s)!
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hannah H.
Annapolis, MD
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am a fun and energetic person that loves animals! I had pets growing up and have a sweet playful cat as an adult. I would love to dog sit or dog walk for you on a regular basis. I have experience watching dogs while families are away on vacation and I love making your dog feel like it's a vacation of their own! Plenty of...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in West River, MD
Terry D.
5.0
Terry went above and beyond to care for my special needs adult daughter and my rescue Jack Russell (not sure which one was a bigger handful - but she always left both of them happy!) Highly recommend this caring and trustworthy woman.
- April A.
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.
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.
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.
Kaelan B.
5.0
Kaelan has been a great sitter for our boys. She is reliable and very communicative. She is playful and so much fun. Our boys love her!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in West River, MD
How much do dog walkers charge near me in West River, MD?
A local dog walker near you in West River, MD will cost you an average of $16.50 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 West River, MD?
Care.com has 2 dog walkers offering services in West River, MD. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from West River 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 West River to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in West River, 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 West River, 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 West River, MD?
When searching for dog walkers near you in West River, 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 West River, MD?
On Care.com, there are currently 2 dog walkers near you in West River, 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.