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Find home pet sitting in Durham, NC that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Durham, NC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 4 years
Home pet sitting in Durham, NC
I can care for your dog, feed and play with your cat, or even feed your lizards! I love animals. I have experience with dogs and cats, of all personality and sizes. I'm comfortable playing with them, taking care of feeding, going on long walks, or doing some light training. I've also cared for rodents and birds. I can pet sit at...
Ociane can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Jill W.
Morrisville, NC
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have had 3 family dogs, including 2 sisters that were lab mix and 1 boy that is a 4-year-old boxer mix. I have also had a variety of animals: cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, and fish, so working with other pets is not a problem. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I don't mind walking,...
Jill can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
My name is Emma, I am 19 years old and go to Brunswick Community College and play softball there. I am home for break from college right now and I am looking for any jobs I can get. I have had tons of experience with animals, especially dogs. I understand there is a lot of traveling around this time of year, I am available all...
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Our family has always had pets, and I have been a pet sitter before. At home, we have a 13 y/o Staffordshire. We walk/hike about 3 to 5 miles a day. After spending the year plus helping with four of my 10 grandchildren, I wanted to return to pet sitting. The bonds you create with the pets and the families are heartwarming. In...
Lorraine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
With over 3 years of experience in dog & cat sitting and 2 years of experience working with equine & bovine boarding, I am confident I can give your pet the love, care, and attention they deserve. It's always hard to leave our pet family at home, I am committed to giving your pet the highest level of care so you can leave...
Alatna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
Been around dogs and cats my whole life. Have watch animals with diabetes before so can administer shots. Am willing to overnight sit at your home, my roommate is allergic so can't at my residence. Willing to walk, feed, or let out in a fenced backyard. Am also willing to watch fish, or guinea pigs.
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Jordyn S.
Cary, NC
$8-13/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a UNC Asheville student currently back home in the Triangle. For the past few years, I have been a teacher's assistant working primarily with elementary aged kids. I also spent a lot of time with kids through my involvement with Girl Scouts and taekwondo. Through these things, I discovered a love for kids and a great...
Jordyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lauren J.
Chapel Hill, NC
$12-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lauren . I am an avid animal lover and love to spend time with all types of pets. I have always grown up with pets (a sweet dog) and I have taken care many other families pets. I am active and would love to go for a long walk with your dog or to sit and play ball. I am also very comfortable with cats and have pet...
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Katherine R.
Raleigh, NC
$10-13/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm in college looking to start pet sitting. I have 5 fur babies at home that I love dearly. It makes my day getting to spend time with dogs. I have babysat and walked dogs for my neighbors and friends and have a lot of experience.
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for over 5 years! I absolutely love animals, and I grew up with four dogs in my home. I currently teach dance and yoga to preschoolers a couple hours a day, but work mostly from home, so I have a very flexible schedule which allows me to let the dogs out frequently and be home with your pets often. I'm...
Payton can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
Maggie G.
Raleigh, NC
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, hardworking, and genuine.
I like working with animals for so many reasons but mainly because I absolutely love and adore animals! I have always grown up with animals in my home and I love anything that involves animals!
I started working with animals when I was about 15 years old. I...
Maggie can also help with: Pet sitting
I am 22 years old with 6 years of pet sitting experience. I absolutely LOVE being outside so me and your dog will be on lots of walks. I don't live with any pets living so I am also open to boarding your pet in my home while you are on vacation. I have experience with cats and dogs but love any kind of animal!
June can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have grown up with dogs in the house and have love for all animals! I have prior experience with up to three animals in one home and can perform house chores in addition to caring for the animals.
Abby can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Kerry J.
Apex, NC
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a cat, dog, and fish lover who is looking forward to helping take care of your pets whether it be Pet Transportation, Pet Walking, or house sitting. I have the most experience with cats. Currently, I have a shy tuxedo kitty who I have cared for since she was 6 months old. Prior to the pandemic, I volunteered at an...
Kerry can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have had many pets and animals over the years and thoroughly enjoyed all of them, they have been such a blessing. Me and my family currently have a dog and love taking care of other animals as well. I have been a pet sitter for friends and families, and am willing to come to your home to take care of your animals.
Have owned...
Alex can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding & more
I have 2 senior pets at home, a 13 year old dog and a 12 year old cat. I enjoy being able to provide love and snuggles to any pets that I have the privilege of caring for. I also can have some pets stay at my house. I can walk and feed and pretty much do whatever the pet needs.
Diane can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding & more
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Lora R.
Apex, NC
$15-20/hr
I can provide pet sitting in my home or in your own home. If in my home is an option, I have 1 dog and 1 cat. I have owned pets for my entire adult life, and love all animals. I am also happy to perform baths, light grooming, or take pets to the vet on your behalf.
Lora can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Sophia O.
Raleigh, NC
$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Sophia. I have experience working with pets for as long as I can remember and specifically began pet sitting at 14. I have two dogs (a Cane Corso & Pitbull) and rabbits at home, so I am well-versed in standard care routines. Routines include cleaning, feeding, walking, mental stimulation, and administering...
Sophia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I provide dog sitting in my own home. I have worked at dog daycare/boarding for the last 6 months. I love playing with dogs of all sizes and ages. I have become proficient at administering medication to dogs when needed. I have had my own dog for 13+ years and now have a 8-month-old puppy as well.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Durham
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Durham, NC?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Durham, NC will cost an average of $15.67 per hour as of March 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Durham, NC?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Durham, NC on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 21 in home pet sitters in Durham, NC, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Durham, NC?
In home pet sitters in Durham, NC can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Durham, NC?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Durham, NC, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Durham, NC?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Durham, NC. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.