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My family has a ranch with parrots, bunnies, cows, horses, goats, peacocks, turtles, pigeons, pigs and ducks. I have experience tending to all kinds of animals and tending to their specific needs. I have owned 3 dogs and two cats of my own. I have experience dog and cat sitting, while owners are at work or are away on vacation....
Shaneel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Ella S.
Merrick, NY
$17-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
My family and I have been dog sitting for as long as I can remember. We have 3 dogs, one being my own, and I absolutely enjoy playing and spending time with them! I am a college student who is home for the summer and I have my own transportation! Please reach out!
Ella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Nancy N.
Bellmore, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Lover And Dog Walker Available To Provide Care For Your Pet
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mature, responsible woman, available to walk your dog also available to care for your dog or cat. I will provide TLC, when you can't. Cat visits, feeding and litter cleaning. Dog visits, feeding, walks and playtime. Will also watch your pet/child friendly dog in my beautiful home with fenced in yard, while you are away. I will...
Nancy can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"We had Nancy watch our dog part time. She was very dependable and was good with our dog. I would recommend her and would use Nancy in the future. Bailey loved her."
Karen D.
3.0
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years experience. I can help with Pet Walking, Pet Sitting, feeding, and, litter clean up. I love cute furry animals would love to help some one out taking care of their furry loved one. Have had my own pets that I've cared for for years also helped relatives and friends with their pets when needed. Will
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Jean can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Jean was great with the pet walking session. She followed all of my instructions and was very caring to my pet. Thank you for helping me!"
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Shoshana S.
Long Beach, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I am a responsible and caring fellow pet owner (mommy of two 12-year-old chihuahuas and one 13-year-old cat). I own and operate a small, home-based business baking gourmet doggie treats and cakes, so my hours/days are relatively flexible. I have extensive experience in the following areas: day-long or vacation-length...
Joan W.
Garden City, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Live In Nearby Garden City, I Am Responsible And Dependable And An Animal Lover, Especially Dogs.
I can provide dog(s) and/or cat sitting in your home. I will walk, feed, and play with your pet. I am and have always been a dog and cat lover. Throughout my life I have always had dogs. Right now I am the happy "Mom" of 2 rescues, a beagle and a lab mix and couldn't be happier.
Joan can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home as well as walking and feeding if necessary. I currently have 2 dogs that I love and have had for almost 10 years. I am open minded to all pets and would love to help you all with the comfort of knowing your pets are in safe hands.
Alexander can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am a huge animal lover specifically dogs. I have had plenty of dogs throughout my life and have cared for every single one of them. I also have been walking one dog for a few years now and always look forward to seeing her. In addition, I am a babysitter/nanny where I interact with dogs in many families homes. I am available...
Aimee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
As well as house sitting I usually have a pet or two to take after. I have been house sitting for 2 people religiously for over 10 years. One family has 3 dogs the other has 2. Usually they want me to stay in the house to keep the animals company which is something I am open to doing. I usually will walk and play with the dogs...
Jennifer can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Denisha D.
Roosevelt, NY
$17-26/hr
I love animals. I grew up with a variety of animals in my home. I pet sit my best friends rabbit and my grandmothers cat.
Denisha can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
1- Hello! I'm Eloides, a passionate pet lover from Brazil
responsible, compassionate, and dedicated.
I love working with animals because they bring joy and warmth to my life.
I'm passionate about caring for dogs and dedicated to providing the best care. I create a safe, comfortable environment for each dog, whether walking...
Emma S.
Long Beach, NY
$16-21/hr
Hi! My name is Emma and I am going to be a junior in college. I have 1 dog and absolutely loveeeee animals. I have dog sit a few times and love playing with pets and taking care of them. I am home over the summer from school from May 1st - August 20th
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am available for one-off or recurring dog sitting in your home! I have had two large dogs of my own that I trained myself and I have lots of experience watching friend's and family's dogs of all breeds and sizes! I am also available for popping in just to let your dog out to go to the bathroom or dog walking services.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm a Mom of three older children. I've had pets all my life. I currently have two cats, both rescues and a dog. I live in Valley Stream and have a car. I'm willing to take a dog in my home as long as they have their shots and get along with my 8-year-old Golden Retriever. I also have a beautiful dog pen and a large fenced-in...
Ronni can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Luca L.
Garden City, NY
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have a cat and a dog at home, I love animals and have no problem attending or sitting your loved animals.
Luca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have 0 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I do not have paid experience as I never applied to care for pets. But I am a life long pet owner and care giver. I am a 58-year-old stay home mom who is now a empty nester. I am looking to earn some extra income . I would love and nurture your beloved...
Susan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skiela P.
Lindenhurst, NY
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I provide pet sitting in your home, I have been around pets all my life. I have 5+ years experience and great references. I love all animals - of all sizes and ages. I can also provide bathing and love walks! I hope I'm a good fit for you and your pet!
Skiela can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Guy B.
Bellmore, NY
$19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Rescued and cared for animals for over 40 years.
Loves interaction with any/all pets/animals and is very experienced in feeding, walking, playing, and watching/sitting with them. Rescued many stray homeless animals (many cats and a number of dogs as well) and personally owns several cats, a dog, tropical fish, and had 2 rabbits...
Guy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am an experienced volunteer for Ruff House Rescue with a medical back round.
Laura can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have experience with poodles, dachshunds, and cats. I can walk , feed, and play with all pets. I love dogs of all sizes but I have more experience with smaller dogs.
Isabel can also help with: Pet walking
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Merrick
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Merrick, NY?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Merrick, NY will cost an average of $18.50 per hour as of April 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 Merrick, NY?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Merrick, NY 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 2 in home pet sitters in Merrick, NY, 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 Merrick, NY?
In home pet sitters in Merrick, NY 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 Merrick, NY?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Merrick, NY, 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 Merrick, NY?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Merrick, NY. 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.