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60 pet care are listed in Abingdon, MD
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Abingdon, MD
Amber W.
Abingdon, MD
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi!
I'm Amber, a married mom of 2 teens and a tiny zoo of pets, haha!
I have 13 years of pet sitting experience and I've loved every second of it!
I would love to answer all your questions so message away!
Amber can also help with: Pet walking
Jill D.
Abingdon, MD
$15-20/hr
I have a genuine love for dogs and an understanding of their needs . I have a willingness to adapt to your dog needs and support them with unconditional love! I recently had my own dog pass after 13 years and I would love to fill the void by taking care of your beloved pet.
Jill can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Emily W.
Abingdon, MD
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Emily! Im a nursing student looking for some small jobs to make some money while we are on break from school! I enjoy animals a lot and would love to take care of yours! Feel free to message me with any questions! :) happy holidays everyone
In the past I have been a pet sitter and dog walker! I am comfortable...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jenny R.
Abingdon, MD
$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've been a dog owner since 2019 (and throughout my childhood) and have years of experience keeping fish in a planted aquarium. I dog/cat sat and walked dogs in college and am looking to get back into it!
I work a 9-5 from home M/W/TH/F, so if you live close by I could help with mid-day walks. I'm also available on weekends.
Jenny can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm very excited for the opportunity to take care of your pets needs. I absolutely love being around animals and believe they are not only companions but become family too. I truly believe animals provide individuals with a better quality of life and provide support to help individuals with mental or physical disabilities. It is...
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Zachary L.
Abingdon, MD
$13-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Lover of all animals. Currently I have 1 snake and 2 deaf dogs. And grew up around animals.
I am fine with any exotic animals too.
Zachary can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had dogs, cats, lizards and birds all my life and I just love spending time with them. I have two cats, one bearded dragon and a dog right now, and they are the best parts of my days. I would love to keep your fur babies' company, when you cannot.
5.0
"Meg was great! She went above and beyond taking care of our fur-babies and making sure we were also kept in the loop regarding their care by sending videos, photos and texts. It made our vacation more enjoyable knowing that they were being so well taken care of...
Dawn A.
Maria M.
Forest Hill, MD
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(25)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maria. I love animals! I had a beautiful blue Weim of my own who I adored and treated as family. My love of animals started young . One of my first jobs was at my family owned pet grooming salon. I worked there helping out. In recent years I did a lot of rescue fostering of dogs very rewarding work.
I'm responsible ,...
Maria can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Maria was great with my dog. Checked in daily and sent pics while I was away. Highly recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been an animal lover my entire life and have 2 cats and 1 dog and I love to shower pets with affection so I decided to become a professional pet sitter! I am insured & bonded with Kennel Pro and a member of Pet Sitter's as well as Professional United Pet Sitters. I'm also background checked by Acutraq and certified in Pet...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I hired Nicole to drop in on my dog and 2 cats while we were away last weekend. She arrived on time for every visit and stayed the whole half hour. We have several cameras throughout the house and we were delighted to see her interaction with
all 3 animals. I will...
Monika L.
4.0
(1)
I am a pet lover and I would love to care for your pet, when needed! I have had many pets of my own including dogs, cats, lizards, hamsters and gerbils.
I believe pets are part of a family and I tend to spoil my own!
Let me spoil yours!
Andrea can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a lover of most all animals. Years of time around and caring for dogs and cats. Have also expanded to giving reptile care. Love going for walks, as well as just hanging out, outside or in weather depending of course. I can do drop in visits as well as overnight stays. I am only available to sit in your home at this time....
Holly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
4.0
"Holly was great to meet and interview, my dogs were so excited to meet her. She is extremely personable, arrived early, and was easy to talk to. I look forward to booking her for my upcoming vacation!"
Robin T.
5.0
(2)
I am a big animal lover! I can care for any type of animal. Any size dogs, any breed. I have grown up with animals as well as volunteer work with my local Humane Society.
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate vegan, and animal lover. I have experience working in a veterinary clinic, and have four "fur-children" of my own.
Shawn can also help with: Pet walking
Sheridan M.
Bel Air, MD
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have always loved animals. I have multiple pets including a dog, guinea pigs and chinchillas. My family fosters guinea pigs as well. I have experience dog sitting and cat sitting and I love learning how to care for new animals.
Sheridan can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Sheridan watched my cat for two weeks while I was away over the holidays. She made sure he was well fed, and played with him when he was lonely. I highly recommend Sheridan to watch your pets."
Care member
Dawn A.
Bel Air, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a former vet tech with over 30 years of paid pet sitting/dog walking and farm sitting experience. I've also owned my own horse business since 1993. I was raised in a multi-pet household with dogs, cats, birds, fish and many small critters. I have a dog, cat and 5 horses.
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Dawn was wonderful and let me know each time she came to check on my cats. "
Gillian A.
Julianna J.
Bel Air, MD
$18-23/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is juls and I am a huge animal lover. I have had pets all my life that I have taken care of. I occasionally animal sit and am trying to get more experience in doing so! I own three cats of my own :)
Julianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Julianna is great!! She has been taking care of our pets for quite awhile now and they love her!! Plus she is a sweetheart:) "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have five years of experience caring for my two pets, as well as two years of dog-sitting for a close family friend. My pet-sitting service consists of me coming/staying to/at your house to look after and care for your pets; which includes feeding, giving oral medication, walking your dog(s), making sure they get an adequate...
5.0
"She is detail oriented when it comes to caring for pets. I never knew cats needed their water to be placed in a drastically different location from their food until Olivia told me so. So expect her to understand all the little quirks that may come along with caring...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I currently have two pets Ethan (cat) and Austin my 14 year old dog. They are my fur babies! I have grown up with dogs and am comfortable around all breeds and ages. I enjoy walking and playing with my dogs and would love to help you with yours. Cat whispering and petting are also in my bag. I have done pet sitting for friends...
Bethany can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Bethany is a wonderful person. She doesn't just love animals, she goes above and beyond for them. Bethany is that person who would see a lost dog running around and stop her car to go find it and make sure everything was okay."
Claire S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I love working with animals and have experience pet sitting. I grew up with a dog and understand the responsibilities associated with caring for a pet. I look forward to connecting with you about potential job opportunities :)
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Caroline was amazing with our sweet pup! She is trustworthy, honest, caring and responsible. She does exactly what is asked of her in caring for the pet she is taking care of. She updated us while we were away with pictures, and when we came home our pup was...
Care member
Tyana P.
White Marsh, MD
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ty'Ana & I love pets! I attend Arizona State University and study early childhood education. I have experience with pets due to 1 year of experience as well as having pets of my own. With me, your pets will be taken care of & loved!
Tyana can also help with: Boarding
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Abingdon, MD
Meghan S.
5.0
Meg was great! She went above and beyond taking care of our fur-babies and making sure we were also kept in the loop regarding their care by sending videos, photos and texts. It made our vacation more enjoyable knowing that they were being so well taken care of while we were gone. Thanks Meg!...
- Dawn A.
Maria M.
5.0
I reached out to Maria through a referral. I am so glad that I did. I love that she gave me updates throughout his stay with her. She walked my pup multiple times and sent me lots of pictures. She made me feel very comfortable with him in her care, it was obvious to me that she really cares for the...
- Care member
Nicole W.
5.0
We hired Nicole to care for our dog and cats while we were away on vacation. This was our first experience with a sitter and I could not be more pleased. She is very good with the animals and put our minds at ease before we left. She kept in contact with us all the time to ensure the animals had...
- Joseph J.
Holly U.
4.0
Holly was great to meet and interview, my dogs were so excited to meet her. She is extremely personable, arrived early, and was easy to talk to. I look forward to booking her for my upcoming vacation!
- Robin T.
Sheridan M.
5.0
Sheridan watched my cat for two weeks while I was away over the holidays. She made sure he was well fed, and played with him when he was lonely. I highly recommend Sheridan to watch your pets.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Abingdon, MD
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Abingdon, MD?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.38 per hour as of January 2025. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Abingdon, MD?
There are 26 pet care providers in Abingdon, MD offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Abingdon or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Abingdon, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Abingdon, MD such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Abingdon, MD for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Abingdon, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Abingdon, MD such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Abingdon, MD for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Abingdon, MD?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Abingdon, MD, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Abingdon, MD?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Abingdon, MD, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.