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250 pet care are listed in Albuquerque, NM
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Albuquerque, NM
5.0
(17)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I love this profession, it is not work but a pleasure to care for pets and assist owners in individualizing the best possible care. I am very astute in details. I have been employed by two neurosurgeons as their pet care provider and personal assistant. I am Red Cross Pet Care First Aid certified, trained by a local pet care...
Ann can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Ann is very professional and loves all kinds of animals. She cared for my cats and hamster for nearly two weeks in July 2022. She has a lot of experience caring for different kinds of pets, plants, and people's homes. When we were out of town, she was very...
Crista B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover who would like to help you care for your pet family members. I am most comfortable with the furry, pawed varieties, but do not discriminate!
I am seeking opportunities to help with occasional and/or regularly scheduled part-time care (dog walking, overnight sitting, etc). Overnight rates can be discussed as...
Carol can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"We hired Carol to watch our 5 dogs while we went out of town for the weekend. She was great! The dogs loved her and she accommodated special instructions, gave out meds and snacks. I highly recommend her!"
Benai P.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am very experienced with pets! I love all animals. I am CPR certified in animal health. I would love to help take care of your fur baby wile you are away. I am an active person so your pet will get enough exercise, love, and care while you are gone!
Megan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a dog walker, and house and dog sitter throughout my life. I love animals of all kinds however, and have experience caring for cats, small pets, fish and turtles.
Lily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Your pets will receive love, safety, and fun while in my care. I enjoy indoor and outdoor playtime with cats, dogs, and other pets. Happy to help with medications if necessary. Pets and cuddles are my specialty. I offer long walks through the neighborhood and parks multiple times a day if allowable with whomever will walk on a...
Kimberly can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kimberly house sat and took care of our pets for one day and night. She did a wonderful job of caring for our 5 pets and even got one of our finicky cats out of her shell and visited with her (Kimberly). That was amazing! We would hire Kimberly again and...
Kathy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have pet sat pet my whole life. I've owned 2 dogs in my lifetime one of which I lost to cancer and the other of which is living back home due to the no pet policy at my new apartment. I love both cats and dogs and have pet sat both.
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Kirsten P.
Albuquerque, NM
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable And Fun Caregiver For Pets, Plants, And Homes
5.0
(2)
Hey there! I'm a SAHM to two teens. I am energetic, responsible, and reliable. I'm looking to spend time loving, exercising, and caring for your pet just as you would while you're away. I love animals of all sorts, sizes, and ages. My current pets are dogs, cats, fish, an axolotl, and a cockatiel. 20+ years of experience with...
Kirsten can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Kirsten is friendly, thorough, and gives premium care to our animals when we are away. I know I can trust her and her judgement. Thanks Kirsten!"
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Amber B.
Albuquerque, NM
$12-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Pet Lover Available For Pet Sitting, Feeding, Walking And Playtime, Adminstering Meds
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amber and I am a 31-year-old Veterinary Technician. I have three dogs, a few rodents and a cat of my own. I have experience administering medications. I love animals and being there for their well being just brings a smile to my face.
Amber can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
(2)
I have cared for my own dogs and I taught them how to speak, sit, shake hands, give high fives, and lie down. I love dogs and cats. Unfortunately, I live with a roommate who is allergic to cats. I have minimal experience caring for other people's animals, other than friends or family friends who went out of town. However, I am...
Danielle can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"I'm not giving a rating. I'm trying to contact you to watch my 3 pups. And it won't let me send you a message. How do I get in touch with you?"
Shezell M.
Karen A.
Albuquerque, NM
$17/hr
Hi I'm Karen! I Am Retired And Therefore Have A Very Flexible Schedule. I Love Animals, All Animals!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Karen. I am retired so I have a very flexible schedule! I have had animals my whole life and I love all types of animals. Marine life to farm animals, dogs cats and birds! Even had turtles and Iguanas growing up! It brings joy to my heart to take care of these lovely creatures. If your looking for a pet sitter who will...
5.0
"Karen always takes care of my dog Pierre. He always gets excited to see her. "
Care member
4.8
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am more of a crazy cat lady than a dog girl. I grew up with cats by side as far back as I can remember.
I also worked, briefly, at a vet clinic.
If you need daily visits or transport to the vet, please contact me. I would love to help.
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"A year ago, we hired Andrea to do some house cleaning once a week. Gradually, she started to take care of our son and our dog. We now consider Andrea as a member of our family, someone we can always count on.
We highly recommend her. She does a wonderful job."
Maxime T.
Desirae C.
Albuquerque, NM
$12-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Desirae. I am 22 years old. I have always had a love for all sizes and types of animals. I am very trusting, responsible, patient, and kind. I have had many years of experience with dogs and cats ranging anywhere from 5 weeks to 15 years old.
I have had my own pets to take care of since I was very young. Starting...
Desirae can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Claire R.
Albuquerque, NM
$12-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I have about 2yrs of caring for friend/family pets. I have a dog that is 3yrs old and my own transportation. I am reliable, caring, loving, outgoing, and honest.
Claire can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Claire is a great person. She's reliable and very professional. "
Victoria T.
Alexis H.
Albuquerque, NM
$25-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am Alexis H, currently work at the Juan Tabo Animal Clinic, for more than 3 years. I would love to dog sit for you, drop in on your house to check on your cat, or take care of any of your other furry friends! Let me know if you have any questions :)
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Monica B.
Albuquerque, NM
$16-21/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had animals and taken great care of them. I have only worked or volunteered as a pet-sitter for friends and family. I am currently caring for my son's long-haired ginger tabby, Leo, while he completes part of his officer's training in the Army. Leo spent his 1st year with Scooby, our chow/retriever mix who passed...
Monica can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"We are two physicians working in Albuquerque, and due to our long hours and clinical responsibilities, we were in dire need of more consistent childcare for our infant son. After fortuitously finding Monica on Care.com, we (and more importantly, our son) instantly...
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Hello! My name is Meagan, I'm 21 and I would love the opportunity to watch and care for your furry friends! I absolutely adore animals and have been pet sitting on and off since I was 16. I grew up with 2 dogs, one a small Yorkshire Terrier and the other a larger German shepherd mix so I'm pretty well versed in how to take care...
Meagan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi! I'm Laily, a dedicated and experienced pet sitter with over 5 years of experience caring for a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, fish, chickens, rodents, and more. As a pet owner myself, I understand the love and attention that pets need to feel comfortable and happy while you're away.
Whether your furry friend...
Laily can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet walking & more
I'd describe my personality as..
1.)Loyal.
2.) Passionate
3.)Eager
I like working with animals because..
They Are So Funny!
I guarantee no matter who you are there is least 1 animal out there certain to make you smile
I started working with animals when..
I was only 16 years old, Beginning with Dog Training School the...
Taylor can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I just graduated from high school about to head into college. I have 2 tiny shitzu-chihuahua dogs who I love bonding and taking care of. I assure that I'm very diligent and helpful as well as caring to animals.
Leeann can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, my name is Jeanine! I'm a big animal lover and I'd love to help take care of your pets. Whether it's walking your dog, feeding your cat, or just keeping them company, I'll make sure they're happy and safe while you're away. I know how important it is for your pets to feel comfortable, and I'll treat them like my own. You can...
Jeanine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Albuquerque, NM
Ann S.
5.0
Ann was great. She watched our 3 pups and our home on two occasions and both times we came home to a clean home and happy dogs. She kept us up to date on our trio and our place with super attention to detail. It was comforting to know everything was squared away while we were gone. We highly...
- Zak H.
Carol J.
5.0
We hired Carol to watch our 5 dogs while we went out of town for the weekend. She was great! The dogs loved her and she accommodated special instructions, gave out meds and snacks. I highly recommend her!
- Benai P.
Kimberly D.
5.0
Kimberly house sat and took care of our pets for one day and night. She did a wonderful job of caring for our 5 pets and even got one of our finicky cats out of her shell and visited with her (Kimberly). That was amazing! We would hire Kimberly again and appreciate her pet communication and...
- Kathy K.
Kirsten P.
5.0
Kirsten is an absolute angel! She is so loving and caring with both our children and our dogs. Her innate ability to connect with both children and animals and to meet their needs in such a nurturing way is a gift and I would highly recommend her to anyone!
- Care member
Danielle R.
5.0
I'm not giving a rating. I'm trying to contact you to watch my 3 pups. And it won't let me send you a message. How do I get in touch with you?
- Shezell M.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Albuquerque, NM
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Albuquerque, NM?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.53 per hour as of February 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 Albuquerque, NM?
There are 250 pet care providers in Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, NM?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM?
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 Albuquerque, NM, 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 Albuquerque, NM?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Albuquerque, NM, 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.
Ratings for Albuquerque, NM pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Pet Care in Albuquerque, NM are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 250 listed pet care.