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Find home pet sitting in Portland, ME that you’ll love
44 home pet sitting are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Portland, ME
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...
Alexis can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
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"Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!"
Amy A.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I provide dog sitting in my home and have experience boarding and walking dogs. I have my own dog who loves to play with other dogs and children.
Thank you for your consideration.
I provide pet sitting and walking in your own home! I can do some over nights if needed, otherwise have a pretty open schedule.
I grew up with many dogs, and currently have 2 dogs, one dachshund and one golden doodle. I also regularly dog sit a second golden doodle. I love pups and can give them lots of attention and exercise - I love the outdoors! I can provide dog sitting in your own home as well.
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I can provide pet sitting in your own home. I am an experienced pet sitter and dog owner! I love animals of all sizes and ages.
Jennifer can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Ever since I could remember I've been extremely interested in caring toward animals. Having many different pet species growing up from dogs, cats, to reptiles, hamsters, birds, I've helped to care for all! Come to think of it, I've had dogs with me my whole life :) I currently have two small dogs. Addition to my ownership...
Bridget can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking & more
I provide in-home dog and cat sitting. I have three years of experience watching pets. I come from a home that has two cats.
Janine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Abigail G.
Portland, ME
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
During college I used an app , walkin' dogs, house sitting, letting animals out for breaks. I loved it as I missed my family dog from home and would love to do something like this again
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Carly R.
Portland, ME
$28-50/hr
Hello!
My name is Carly. I am 32, living in Portland, ME. Currently seeking full or part time work. I am available for and open to child care, personal assistant work, adult care assistance, pet or home sitting, currier assistance, and/or housework.
I am reliable, compassionate, positive, mindful and organized.
I have...
Carly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hello! I am an 18-year-old college student who is currently attending the University of Southern Maine in Portland. I am a huge lover of all animals m, and have many at home myself. The hardest part about being away at college is how much I miss them! I left behind three cats, two dogs, three fish, and lots of chickens. I only...
Eden can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Jessica B.
Portland, ME
$16-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Jess and would love to care for your pets! I provide sitting in your own home. I am very experienced. I grew up with a dog and recently got another one! I have pet sat for about 2 years now and have great references. I love all dogs and pets in general! I can perform baths, go for walks, have transportation, and readily...
Jessica can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I provide pet sitting within your own home. I am a college student who has had experience with pet sitting and walking. I am also able to do smaller errands/jobs if needed. I love spending time with all animals of any shape and size. Please don't hesitate to reach out!
I am a very patient, caring, energetic pet sitter and walker. I provide service in your home or outdoors. I have many years of personal experience working around pets, as well as simply spending time with them. I've worked around various dog breeds along with various cat breeds, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, and other pets. I am a...
Abigail can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Sarah B.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr
Aloha! I am a lover of furry/feathery friends and am here to help! I grew up on a farm with goats, horses, chickens, a dog and cats and have also worked on several farms where animal care was required. I am available to come feed and care for your animals, walk your dog, house sit or even care for your dog in my own home....
Lori L.
Cumberland Center, ME
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Thank you so much for considering me to take care of your pets!
Past work experience I worked for a boarding kennel out in Gorham for a year. I also trained for a brief time in dog grooming at the same business. I've also stayed in friend's homes for extended periods of time while they are away on vacation. I've also done...
Lori can also help with: Pet sitting
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"I highly recommend Lori for house and/or pet sitting. She is very good with our cat and taking care of the house when we are out of town. We will definitely be using her services again!"
Jaimee F.
Bailey S.
Scarborough, ME
$15-22/hr
4.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live with my parents in their new, large, 4 bedroom house. It is safe and clean for cats. I have two friendly cats, one that is a year old and one that is 10 and they love playing with new friends. My younger siblings (high school and college) are doing remote learning at school and love playing with animals while they work...
Bailey can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
Clara W.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I also take care of other pets to include cats and small critters. I have always loved dogs in particular. I have two dogs, a mini-schnauzer and a rescue lab/hound mix. I am a sophomore in college and grew up in Cape Elizabeth where I often worked as a babysitter and also as a pet sitter....
Clara can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi everyone, my name is Ella and I'm a reliable and responsible dog sitter. I have previously watched small and large dogs for up to a week at a time and maintained walking, feeding and of course play schedules. I'm the proud owner of a yorkie at home named Piper and I miss her while away at college so I would love to be our...
Ella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm an artist, nanny and pet sitter! I can provide pet sitting in your own home. I have about 17 years experience, taking care of my own dogs and 3 years experience paid pet sitting, so I'm very comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes and the routines. Non smoker.
Kabria can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training
My partner and I provide in home pet sitting.
We both have years experience with house and pet sitting.
Available for overnights or drop-ins.
Can provide references!
Amanda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Portland
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Portland, ME?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Portland, ME will cost an average of $18.43 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 Portland, ME?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Portland, ME 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 14 in home pet sitters in Portland, ME, 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 Portland, ME?
In home pet sitters in Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Portland, ME, 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 Portland, ME?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Portland, ME. 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.