Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Philadelphia, PA
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Find home pet sitting in Philadelphia, PA that you’ll love
97 home pet sitting are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Philadelphia, PA
Norisdely C.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Animal Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care As Well As For In-Home/Overnight Care.
5.0
(2)
My love of animals was instill in me from an early age, growing up we had every pet you can think of. Birds, turtles, hamsters, a dog, a cat and even, a rabbit! I have transitioned that love into adulthood by pet sitting many cats and dogs. I have experience walking and caring for all types of dogs, from a 7 pound chihuahua to a...
Norisdely can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We hired Norisdely 2-3 days a week to walk our dog during the day. She is always punctual and our dog loves her! When our dog was a puppy she was even great about cleaning up after her and gave us relevant updates. 10/10 best dog walker we've had!"
Sarah P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Nikesha. I can provide dog/cat sitting in your own home, taking out for a walking, or checking in daily to make sure your pet are being fed, cleaning litters, etc. I also can do overnight care at my home. I have a big backyard with fenced. I live in fox chase/ Rhawnhurst part of northeast Philadelphia. I am on...
Nikesha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is so sweet. Our two kittens love her. She took care of them, feeding but also spending quality time playing with them & sending us pictures while we were away. Absolutely a gem!"
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Corrine F.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have always taken care of my neighborhood dogs growing up, and I lived with two cats my last year of college, so I am understanding of the responsibilities needed in order to care for them. I can also clean fish tanks. I am a college student as well, so my availability for additional occasional pet sitting is very open! I also...
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am available to provide occasionally pet-sitting care. I am also available for house/pet-sitting if needed. I am currently in graduate school and am always looking for some side gigs! I have done overnight care as well as stops-in to feed/play/keep company etc. I grew up with dogs and am very comfortable with them. I have...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I feel so lucky to have found Sarah to watch my two cats when I go out of town. She communicates well, including, sending updates to me, and follows my instructions for caring for my cats. Each of my cats has issues. For example, my male cat is an indoor/outdoor...
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Cindy W.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dependable And Trustworthy; Loving And Experienced Cat-Sitter/Loves Dogs Too!
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an animal lover and proud owner, so your pet(s) will be in good hands! Currently, I have one amazing dog and one awesome cat :) I have lots of experience with caring for cats (and fish) while owners are away on vacation: I go to their home to feed, freshen water, clean/freshen/dispose of litter, play, brush, and of...
Cindy can also help with: Administration of medicine
5.0
"Cindy took excellent care of our 4 cats, including the one cat that needs twice daily medication. She gave us regular updates, which was deeply appreciated. I plan to hire her again!"
Maggie C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love friendly animals and taking care of your animals will be my pleasure. I will make sure your animals are well fed and taken care of. I will also play with them or let them sit on my lap while I rub them and give them some treats. If you have cats and they are anything like my two cats then they will know when it's time to...
Sheena can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Sheena did a great Job for us. We found ourselves in a big time crunch and took great care of our dog Amos while we were away. She was flexible with her time and pick up on a couple of shifts last minute because life happens.
Thank you Sheena"
Eric A.
5.0
(1)
I've taken care of my own dog since I was 14 years old all by myself (brushing her teeth, fur, etc) , so I am very familiar with the responsibility of taking care of animals! I enjoy hiking with my dog and being outdoors with her in my free time! I can provide dog/cat sitting in your own home, overnights, dog walking, drop ins,...
Maggie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Jordan G.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jordan and I am a student at UPenn. I am 23 and I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. I love animals, and I have a dog named Duke at home. In the past, I had two gold fish and I have pet sit for cats and walked dogs for neighbors. As an ex-soccer player, I love to run and I am open to taking your dog on a...
Jordan can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a full-time job but the schedule is very flexible so it allows me to pet sit which I love to do since I currently don't have an animal (hoping to get a dog soon!). I am available in the morning, afternoon, and evening for walks and other tasks. I grew up with a golden retriever, rabbit, and guinea pig. I have experience...
Laura can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Maria U.
Philadelphia, PA
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dog Lover Available For Walks (any Day) And Dog Sitter In Home/overnight (only Weekend)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! I am a dog lover. I use to have cats and dogs. I studied 2 years of Biology , really appreciate the animals. I would like to care of your pet. Please let me enjoy it.
Maria can also help with: Pet walking
Hi there! My name is Lianne and I am extremely passionate about animal care. I grew up living with dogs all my life and it has instilled a love for animals in me. I have my own pup at home whom I love with all my heart and spoil to no end. I worked as a dog daycare attendant for a year and loved every minute of it. I am...
Lianne can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have been around pets my entire life! I have had pets ranging from all sizes: yorkies, labs, cats, boxers, etc. and am comfortable around all pets! I provide pet sitting in your own home.
I can sit any pet in your own home! I love cats and dogs, but I can also care for more exotic or small pets like iguanas and bunnies. I love animals and pets of all size, types, and personalities and I can't wait to get to know yours!
Olivia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I can provide dog walking and dog/cat sitting in your own home. I have years of dog sitting experience, including long-stays and overnights. I cared for two 15 lb dogs, each of which over the years required regularly scheduled medication of sorts. I have two Wheaten Terriers of my own, and have cared for dogs as big as Labs in...
Aileen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide cat sitting in your own home. I've grew up with cats my whole life and currently have two. In the past I volunteered at my local animal shelter taking care of sick and healthy cats. I love cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform light grooming and playing with toys.
Makena can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
Sam P.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting in your own home, and am willing to consider pet sitting in my home own depending on the type of pet. I have prior experience picking up, walking, feeding, and taking care of dogs in owner's homes. I grew up with animals and particularly love dogs. I have experience with bunnies, cats, guinea pigs, and...
Sam can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
At college I currently live with two cats, and my parents have a dog back at my home town! I have cared for my dog since I was 9 years old, and I just learned the proper way to take care of cats as well. I provide pet sitting in your own home and walks in your own neighborhood as well!
Kiersten can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Anna M.
Philadelphia, PA
$17-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner and pet sitter for all types of animals, with 5 years of professional paid experience and a lifetime of living with animals of my own. I love dogs, cats, birds, lizards, and all sorts of animals of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths.
I am available for dog walks or pet sitting between nanny jobs. I often do this for families I nanny for but if you are local to my work or home , I am happy to help out. I am on the main line several times a day and also in chestnut hill.
Courtney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi! I'm Rachel and I adore animals.
I can offer pet and home sitting for many animals. I have experience with dogs of all sizes, most recently, I have been walking and pet sitting for a Great Dane and a standard poodle. I have experience with puppies and elderly dogs as well. Also, I have plenty of experience watching cats and...
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Philadelphia, PA
Norisdely C.
5.0
We hired Norisdely 2-3 days a week to walk our dog during the day. She is always punctual and our dog loves her! When our dog was a puppy she was even great about cleaning up after her and gave us relevant updates. 10/10 best dog walker we've had!
- Sarah P.
Nikesha C.
5.0
She is a very responsible person, highly recommend
- Care member
Sarah L.
5.0
Sarah has been our afternoon babysitter and frequent pet-sitter for almost two years. Cannot say enough nice things about her! She’s kind, honest, reliable, always on time and the kids (and pets!) love her. Highly recommend!!
- Care member
Cindy W.
5.0
I was glad to have found Cindy in 2017 when I was going on vacation and wanted someone to check in, feed, and make sure all was well with my elder cat. She's excellent with communication, punctual, personable, and just a wonderful person. She ended up being my pet sitter for a couple of years when I...
- Emily D.
Sheena A.
5.0
Sheena did a great Job for us. We found ourselves in a big time crunch and took great care of our dog Amos while we were away. She was flexible with her time and pick up on a couple of shifts last minute because life happens.
Thank you Sheena
- Eric A.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Philadelphia
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Philadelphia, PA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Philadelphia, PA will cost an average of $14.35 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 Philadelphia, PA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Philadelphia, PA 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 97 in home pet sitters in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Philadelphia, PA?
In home pet sitters in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Philadelphia, PA. 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.
Ratings for Philadelphia, PA home pet sitting listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Home Pet Sitting in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 97 listed home pet sitting.