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I have had almost every possible pet you could have. Animals are my passion! I volunteer at a parrot rescue once a week. I have personally owned multiple birds, dogs, cats, pet rats, pet snakes(those last two were my kids but I cared for them), squirrels, sugar, gliders, hamsters, guinea pigs and one of my favorite is my...
Lisa can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals and can safely take care of your animals in your home should you need my services. I will feed them, walk and play with them too. Your animals will be safe with me. I am a former teacher and semi-retired now. I can't seem to make changes on my rate. The rate will vary based on your location, number of visits, and...
Cathy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Julianna S.
Melbourne, FL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
**About Me**
Hi! I'm Julianna, a 22-year-old pet sitter in Palm Bay/Hammock Landing. I live with my 2-year-old poodle mix, Boba, and my husband, Cole. Boba loves socializing with dogs of all sizes.
**Experience and Passion**
With 10 years of family experience in pet sitting, I've handled in-home drop-ins, overnight stays, dog...
Julianna can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
Jeanne B.
Melbourne, FL
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
When I was younger, I took care of my mo'm's, sister's and neighbor's cats, dogs and birds, while they were away. I've never boarded a pet in my home but would be open to it depending on size and if the pet gets along with kitties. I'm available to stop in and feed pets, let them out to potty. Sit with them while they eat, walk...
Jeanne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kayla B.
Melbourne, FL
$13-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello I Am Very Reliable When It Comes To Taking Care Of Any Pets
I have years of experience watching pets and house sitting for homeowners when they go out of town. I currently work for a doctor and they trust me to watch over their house and pets when out of town. I am looking for jobs anywhere between Petsitting, house sitting , and also babysitting. I could do every day chores as well.
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation, boarding
I can provide in home pet care for a variety of pets. My bachelors degree is in Psychology with a concentration of Animal Behavior and Learning.
I have a 2-year-old dog. I also volunteer with several marine mammal research programs as well as have experience doing research at the zoo.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting
My name is Annabel, and I provide pet sitting services for cats, dogs, and exotic animals. I currently work full time as a zookeeper, but before that I was a pet sitter for many years! I have one cat of my own now, and grew up with cats, dogs, and small exotics. In the zoo world, I have previously worked with small mammals,...
Annabel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hey guys! I'm Amanda and I have 15 years experience in caring for fur babies. I have personal experience with caring for my own animals but have also volunteered at various shelters over the years. I work from home full time on my Etsy shop so I am available to your pup at all times. Whether staying with me here in my fenced in...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Michele K.
Palm Bay, FL
$13-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have loved animals for as long as I can remember. They are sweet, silly and innocent and deserve all the love in the world. My animals are my babies so I understand the importance of having someone you can trust to care for your pets while you are away, whether it be at work or on vacation. I will treat your pet like family....
Michele can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine
Jamie M.
Melbourne, FL
$13-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home and dog walking services. I have dog sat and house sat many times before and can provide references. I have owned two guinea pigs and two dogs before. I love all animals. I cannot afford my own pet currently, I will treat your pets like they are my own. I have nannied for families with cats...
Jamie can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi my name is Marie. I have been a Veterinary Technician for the past 36 years. I have also been doing pet sitting for clients for approximately 10 years now. Mostly in home overnights or feed and let out for potty breaks.
Working with animals has / is the love of my life ever since I have been a little girl. Growing up...
Marie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Hi, my name is Autumn. I moved here a year and a half ago. I currently have my own cleaning/organizing/odd job business. I drive customers to appointments, pet sit, clean, etc. My job is to be helpful, so I am pretty versatile. I have been pet sitting In customers homes, but I now have the option to pet sit at my own home as...
Autumn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
I absolutely love pets! I have had pets since I was young, from dogs to frogs. At one point I had 32 critters in my home. I have no limits!! I am familiar with most animals, including exotics. I worked at Camp Bow Wow for 5 months as a dog counselor and am certified as a pharmacy technician in the state of NJ (currently pursuing...
Kathy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Kelly Q.
Melbourne, FL
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Kelly, thank you for viewing my profile. I have been working as a nanny for 10 years. I am trying to expand and try something new. Growing up I always had a pet or multiple pets at a time. My dad would bring home strays that needed help. I have had multiple cats, dogs and a turtle over the years. Currently I have an...
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting
I can babysit your animals per our discussion and your needs. I own 3 furry friends so if the need is overnight that would have to be in my home.
Maureen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Sandra G.
Melbourne, FL
$13-14/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have two families in Orlando that I have sat with a number of times for overnights or visits during the day.
Sandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I have over 20 years experience. I can also perform baths, light grooming and exercise.
Marlene can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Hi! My name is Emelyze :) I've been pet sitting for about 3 years now. I have experience with cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, etc. I own 2 cats and 2 rabbits of my own so I have great experience with those.
I love animals and I love being able to give pets the love and attention they need. I'm very caring and patient and can...
Emelyze can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Amy G.
Cocoa, FL
$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am looking to provide dog sitting services in your own home. I am able to walk, feed, give baths and play with your dog(s). I have 20 years experience on and off. I have cared for puppies to older dogs and from chihuahuas to bull mastiffs. I look forward to meeting some new four-legged friends.
Amy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Merritt Island
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Merritt Island, FL?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Merritt Island, FL will cost an average of $19.50 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 Merritt Island, FL?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL, 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 Merritt Island, FL?
In home pet sitters in Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Merritt Island, FL, 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 Merritt Island, FL?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Merritt Island, FL. 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.