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Home pet sitting in Merrick, NY
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: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Hi, my name is Mila.
I'm a lifelong animal lover with vast experience in pet care.
I offer in your home dog &cat sitting, daily check-ins, feedings, playtime, litter box cleaning, clean waste in yard from visit, walks for your dog to get exercise.
I send daily updates/photos/video.
I've been a volunteer with cats at my local...
Mila can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
My name is Cynthia I am 54 years old and live in the Nassau area. I work in rescue for over 6 years and have dog sitting for a few clients. I am an animal lover with experience. I have my own car. I have dog sat in my home for someone for over 5 years for their pet when they travel. My love for animals is beyond words. I had a...
Cynthia can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi, I am Friendly and trustworthy, putting pets and their people at ease with reliable, conscientious care. I provide in-home pet sitting and pet care services, including workday check-ins and feedings, litterbox, cage, and kennel cleaning, overnight care, and long-term vacation care.
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! My name is Gabriella and I live in Franklin Square, NY. I grew up with a dog in my home for 17 years, so I know that your pet is an important part of your family and requires exceptional care. I am able to board, feed, play, walk, and provide companionship for your pet. I am dedicated to providing quality care for dogs,...
Gabriella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, everyone! I am unfortunately not allowed to have pets in my apartment, so let me help you take care of yours! I'm open to walking, pet-sitting, staying at your home to take care of pets, or just keeping your pet company while you're away for a few hours! I have references if you'd like and am willing to get Red Cross Pet...
Suzanne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lauren F.
Long Beach, NY
$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I currently hold a part-time job at Pet Valu, a higher-end pet supply store, where my title is sales associate. I know all about pet nutrition and have completed 30 hours of training to receive a certification as a pet nutrition specialist. My training was done through the U. C. Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. I am also a...
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have been around animals for my entire life in both my own home and in friends' homes. I love animals of all sizes, ages, and species. I can come by a few times a day to feed your pet, walk them, or let them out to play!
Alex can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Claudia S.
Westbury, NY
$19-25/hr
I provide dog sitting in your or my home. I am an experienced dog mom with 12 years experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages and can help you give them the exercise they need by walking and caring for your baby.
Claudia can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
I provide cat and dog sitting in your own home. I have experience with pet sitting for friends and family. I love dogs and cats of all ages and sizes. I am fun, loving, and playful. I can provide light grooming. I grew up with dogs and cats of all breeds.
Giuliana can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
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Bonded and insured
Ashley C.
Uniondale, NY
$17-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Growing up I lived in a home full of pets and as I grow older my love for pets just grew more and more . I have been pet sitting and walking dogs for over 5 years now . I believe that it is important to take any animals personality and preferences into account when caring for them.
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
Melinda F.
Williston Park, NY
$18-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi ! I'm currently a premed student at NYIT. I have helped families with there dogs / cats for 5 years now and still see some of them ! I mostly do vacation checkins/ home sitting though I do have experience dog walking as well.
I have my own dog at home , an 11-year-old dachshund. She doesn't walk as much as she used to.. but...
Melinda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Need a caring and reliable pet sitter for the weekends? I'm available to look after your furry friends while you're away! Whether it's feeding, walks, playtime, or just some extra love, I've got it covered.
Sadly I can't bring pets home cause my roommate is allergic to cats and dogs.
Contact me for more details and to schedule...
Catalina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I started working with animals since I was very young. I always enjoyed taking care of animals and having them at home.
In my spare time, I like to spend It with my dog.
Eve can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking
Isis B.
Queens Village, NY
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Cat Lover, Who Can Provide Part-time Cat Care
Hey there! My name is Isis! I can provide part-time cat sitting involving things such as: feeding, petting and playing/engaging.
I actually grew up with a house cat (RIP Tutu) but thankfully I took after my mom and became the neighborhood "cat lady" who feeds and nurtures my, (yes I say "my" because in my head they are mine)...
Isis can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I can provide dog sitting in my home. I have a 9-year-old lab who is very mellow and friendly. I can provide great care and a loving home to your family member while you are away.
References supplied as needed.
Susan can also help with: Boarding
Going out of town? Leave your furry friends in good hands!
As a caring, kind and fun animal lover, I offer personalized pet-sitting services, giving you peace of mind while you're away.
Services:
- In-home pet care for dogs, cats and small animals
- Feeding, walking and playtime
- Medication administration (if needed)
Book...
Brett can also help with: Pet sitting
Jaimee C.
Wantagh, NY
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I provide animal sitting in your own home. I am a very gentle and friendly person with a loving and kindhearted nature that even animals can recognize. I have 19 years of experience with dogs as I grew up my whole life owning one. I love animals of all sizes, big dogs do the opposite of scare me, they are like giant teddy bears....
Jaimee can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
Hello! I'm Liz, and I am passionate about providing exceptional care for both children and pets. With a background in childcare and pet care, along with certifications in CPR and membership in the ASPCA first responder team, I bring a wealth of knowledge and dedication to every opportunity.
I understand the importance of...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
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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 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 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.