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113 pet care are listed in Akron, OH

The average posted rate is $12/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years

Pet care in Akron, OH

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Elizabeth K.


Akron, OH

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Care

4.9

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Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood

My passion in life has always been to surround myself with animals. There is nothing more I would rather be doing than to be caring for them in some way. I love them all, but I have a real soft spot for the seniors and animals with special needs. Your pets will always be my top priority while in my care, and always be treated...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding & more
5.0
"Beth was fantastic with my two kittens. They were so happy when I came back from my last minute trip. She sent me updates each day and even brought them extra food when they ran low! I've moved away from Cleveland since, but I would have hired her to watch them any...

Rylee A.

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Kelly W.


Akron, OH

$9-13/hr1 yrs exp

Biggest Animal Lover !

Whenever my friends or relatives go out of town they always ask me to watch their pets because they know I will love their animals like my own ! I was also a nanny in College for two families. I have reliable transportation and open availability!
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Kelly is very dependable, and loves animals she would be a great caregiver."

wendy W.

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Jennifer J.


Akron, OH

$15-25/hr

Animal Lover!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Jennifer. I have had multiple dogs growing up and love dogs and animals in general! My dog passed away about a year ago, and I'm living in a small apartment and don't have the space or the constant free time that I would need to get another dog any time soon. However, in the free time I do have, I am a babysitter...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
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Amber S.


Akron, OH

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Care In Your Home When You Can't Be There

Hired by 42 families in your neighborhood

I went to school to be a vet assistant at Northcoast in Kent. I opened my own pet sitting business shortly after graduating and have been a professional pet sitter since 2008 and can't picture myself doing anything else. I put passion in my work. I treat every client with the same respect and kindness and every pet as if it were...
Amber can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

5.0
"I have been having Amber watch my kitties for over a year now. She is dependable, consistent, and always does a great job with my boys. One of my cats was having medical complications and I felt safe hiring her given her background. I continue to choose her...

Karlie K.

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Isabela S.


Akron, OH

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

I provide dog/cat, or other animal sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced caregiver of dogs and cats and have worked for a number of families. I am espically a huge dog lover of all sizes and ages, as well as cats, bunnies, and more! I can also perform baths, light grooming, nail grooming, etc. I love animals and strive my...
Isabela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Isabella is an amazing young lady. She is very reliable and goes way above expectations. While taking care of our two Dobermans and two cats twice a day for a week at a time, she even cleaned our house. She played with the pets. She left everything immaculate and...

John K.

I love animals! I have had dogs and cats all of my life and have pet sit for several family members and friends.
Angie can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Angie was exceptional with the care she provided for my family. She is kind, thorough, trustworthy and well-organized. I would highly recommend her services. "

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Michelle J.


Akron, OH

$8-10/hr5 yrs exp

I have been an animal caregiver for several years. My experience is primarily with my own pets, but I have been responsible for pet sitting for family members when they go on vacations. I can feed, bathe, walk and clean up after dogs, cats, and birds.
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Gabrielle M.


Akron, OH

$12-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hey There!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an avid animal lover. I have provided dog sitting and dog walking services before. As long as they are friendly to new individuals, I'm more than happy to help take of them! I'm more than happy to assist with bathing, light grooming, feeding, etc.
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Gabrielle did an excellent job in watching my two birds (cockatiel and dove) and keeping them happy and entertained. She kept me updated with such nice pictures and comments while I was away."

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Maria C.


Akron, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Humans And Animals Are Equal To Me. I Would Love To Pursue Pet Care Full Time.

Hello Pet Parents! I specialize in cats, but will work with and provide any animal you could possibly have, equal care, love, and attention. I have truly loved all the pets I have sat for as if they have been my own. I am currently taking classes to further my education on pet care and emergency care, and taking steps to...
Maria can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Rebecca B.


Akron, OH

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Care

Hi there! My name is Becca, I'm 20 years old, I have a chocolate lab of my own named Bryce and love taking care of him. j know for me finding people to care for him when I'm out of town is a struggle and hope to help others in being able to travel with the confidence that they're pets are safe and sound getting plenty of love...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Calli W.


Akron, OH

$8-25/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Care

Hello! I am in nursing school, I have pet sat for about 2 years. I have a cat of my own! I love helping out with pets, and this always works really well with my school schedule!
Calli can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am the mother of many fur babies and am available for walking, sitting, feeding, etc your fur babies as well!
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Kelly P.


Akron, OH

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I'd describe my personality as caring, kind, reliable. I like working with animals because I love animals especially cats and dogs. I'm looking for a job that is part time or full time in your home. My home is also an option. I started working with animals when I was a child, always had pets. I have worked as a dog sitter and...
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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Sandra K.


Akron, OH

$8-11/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Care Experience I've Had Many Different Pets

I have had many different pets through out my life, which were birds , fish, dog and a guinea pig!! I enjoy all pets and caring for them. I did pet care for a family member until she was no longer able to have any pets because of her health.
Sandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, grooming
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Kurt R.


Akron, OH

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Active And Loving Walker, Pet Sitter, Anything You Need!

I like working with animals because I truly believe that the raw gratitude and emotion you can receive from animals is something very difficult to come by outside of working with animals. It's very fulfilling to see how ecstatic they get after being played with, taken for a walk, or cared for when they are sick. I started...
Kurt can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Pat S.


Akron, OH

$8-15/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Walker/Pet Sitter

My family and I own a small pet food business called Naturally Better Pet Foods in the Akron area. My son runs the business now and I would like to continue working with animals. I have six dogs of my own, and a lot of experience in caring for them. Any questions, please ask. Thanks pat
Pat can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
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Megan C.


Akron, OH

$10-13/hr

Pet Lover And Care Giver!

I love animals! I have a kitten of my own right now! I love all animals and I am always looking for new experiences! Dog walking is my favorite! I am available all summer any day and any time!
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Julianna B.


Akron, OH

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Weekend Pet Care

Over the years, I have worked with a wide variety of animals including those with special needs such as exotic, senior, and rescue pets. I take the safety of the pets under my care very seriously and have CPR and basic safety training certifications. I believe that safety is a top priority. Just like children, pets are part of...
Julianna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Madelyn K.


Akron, OH

$10-16/hr4 yrs exp

Loving Pet Sitter!

I have years of experience caring for all types of animals! I am comfortable with dogs, cats, fish and rabbits of all ages. I love feeding, walking and caring for them! I am comfortable with medication administration or any disability precautions too!
Madelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Darcie M.


Akron, OH

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Care Available.

My name is Darcie and I have been an animal lover my whole life. I have owned everything from dogs and cats to snakes and tarantulas. I have cared for the pets of many clients I have had the opportunity to meet along my many years working in pet retail as well as pet daycares.
Darcie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Akron, OH

Elizabeth K.

5.0

Beth was fantastic with my two kittens. They were so happy when I came back from my last minute trip. She sent me updates each day and even brought them extra food when they ran low! I've moved away from Cleveland since, but I would have hired her to watch them any time I left. Thank you again,...

- Rylee A.

Kelly W.

5.0

Kelly is very dependable, and loves animals she would be a great caregiver.

- wendy W.

Amber S.

5.0

I have been having Amber watch my kitties for over a year now. She is dependable, consistent, and always does a great job with my boys. One of my cats was having medical complications and I felt safe hiring her given her background. I continue to choose her services and have even recommended her to...

- Karlie K.

Isabela S.

5.0

Isabella is an amazing young lady. She is very reliable and goes way above expectations. While taking care of our two Dobermans and two cats twice a day for a week at a time, she even cleaned our house. She played with the pets. She left everything immaculate and left detailed messages. She is a...

- John K.

Angie H.

5.0

Angie was exceptional with the care she provided for my family. She is kind, thorough, trustworthy and well-organized. I would highly recommend her services.

- Care member

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Ratings for Akron, OH pet care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Pet Care in Akron, OH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 113 listed pet care.