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I have watched cats, dogs, horses, and even guinea pigs. When I was in Pittsburgh, I was often sought to take care of several people's pets and fur babies. I have a chihuahua of my own named Sassy.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I am able to provide animal sitting at your home as well as dog walking and light grooming services. Although I have no professional experience, I have volunteered at LaMancha animal rescue, and have volunteered my services for family and friends. Growing up, I had four Labrador Retrievers and I currently have two cats and a...
Samantha can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I have grown up with cats and always had cats in my home! Looking for some part time cat sitting please reach out to me if you want to meet me!
Lorna can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
I have experience with horses, chickens, goats, dogs, cats and birds. I can exercise and feed them and give them plenty of TLC..
Angelina G.
Columbia, PA
$13-18/hr
Hello, My name is Angelina. I am 18 years old. I have my own car and I absolutely love dogs. I have 3 dogs myself along with fish. I am comfortable with small to medium dogs. I am willing to go on walks, play, feed, and transport your dogs.
Angelina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Ashley B.
Columbia, PA
$8-13/hr
I have been a pet sitter for friends and family in the past. I have had my name referred to friends of friends as well.
I am a proud mother of two cats and hope one day to be in the right place to have a dog.
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Abigail H.
Columbia, PA
$10-15/hr
I live on a very small horse farm, and I'm around horses and cats all day! I have walked dogs in the past, and have had all kinds of smaller animals as well. I am happy to do anything from taking your dog for a walk, to just coming by to feed the fish! Also very willing to learn if you have pets with higher maintenance or more...
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Celeste S.
Columbia, PA
$10-20/hr
Personally i'm definitely a cat person, but of course I love dogs as well. i've always had animals ( spiders, rats, snakes, cats, dogs, lizards, etc.). Our family could never go on vacation together with all the animals but I would love to meet ur animals and be their buddy when you can't be there. i'm willing to also stay in...
Celeste can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
I've personally have had pets all throughout my entire life. Dogs, cats, lizards, fish & birds. I enjoy animals to say the least, they're comforting.
Kiersten can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Sara E.
Columbia, PA
$8-14/hr
Well, I do not have experience in professional petsitting. I have pet sit for family and friends. My abilities range from grooming, such as brushing, dematting, and nail trimming. I am an animal lover, so if your animals are in need of just somebody to cuddle with while you're at work or even somebody to walk them around town, I...
Sara can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Laura G.
Columbia, PA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have my own pet it's a cat and he's currently in hometown Colombia and at the host family where I worked they had 2 ports that I took care of for two years.
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Not too long ago, I cared for pets at a convince store. It was unpaid volunteer work. Currently, I live with a friend who has three big dogs. I sit for her while she works as a favor. I am comfortable with pets, and able to care for them in a mannerly way.
Shilah can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hi my name is Madeline. I am currently a rising senior at West Chester University studying for my business marketing degree. I have 10+ paid years of experience pet sitting. I have had animals of my own my whole life, and am perfectly capable of handling all the responsibilities of taking care of a pet. I can also help with Pet...
Madeline can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been providing quality in-home pet care services for over 10 years. Prior to starting my pet sitting business in 2013, I worked as a Certified Veterinary Technician. I provide in-home pet care and pet care services(medication administration, feeding, potty breaks, litter clean-up, walks, play time, & cuddles) for pet...
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
"I hired Lisa to clip my 2 cats' nails. She was great. Showed up on time. She was understanding & compassionate. She brought some powder stuff to put on the nails if by chance the cat jerked & cut a little more to stop bleeding, which I thought was great. Very...
Chris K.
Rhonda R.
Manheim, PA
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have always had a pet growing up. I have 2 cats Bella 15 and Jake 8 months( his mommy left him in a bush at about 4 weeks and never returned) I regularly puppy sit my grand puppy and a friends dogs for weekends and love spending time with them. Animals are amazing and are so uplifting.
Rhonda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
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I have always owned animals through out my entire life. I originally wanted to be a vet tech. At the moment I have 2 dogs. Boozer is a pom/blue heeler/cockapoo mix. He is the sweetest! He was my first baby and is now 9. Unfortunately Boozer was diagnosed with diabetes 2 years ago and is now blind from developing cataracts :-( My...
Brittany can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"My twins love being at Brittany's house. Brittany is the first sitter to have watched our children who was not a family member and we have always felt comfortable in trusting her to watch them. "
Amy N.
Katie H.
Lancaster, PA
$10-15/hr
Animal Lover Looking For Evening/Weekend Pet-sitting Or Dog-walking Position
5.0
(1)
My family has had pets my whole life, including dog's and cats. I also have experience caring for guinea pigs, and I have a cat of my own. I also have experience working in an animal shelter in Philadelphia. I would be happy to take care of anyone's pet, as well as overnights and pet sitting as well. My rate is $40/day for stop...
Katie can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Carlee N.
Mountville, PA
$11-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dogsitter with 5 years of experience, including care for elderly dogs. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Carlee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Stella S.
Lancaster, PA
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I cared for a 10-year-old cat and neighbor's 2 cats (9 and 14 years old). I also occasionally care for my uncle's 2 cats, 3 and 4 years old. I am good with pets, patient and I love the outdoors.
Stella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"Stella has been our dog walker for about 7 months. She is great with Hunter and we recently got a new puppy and she was very cooperative about working with him also. She comes rain or shine or snow. We really like having her working for us."
Rebecca M.
Hello! I have been helping to take care of other peoples pets since I was 12 years old. I have also had animals my whole life. I've personally had dogs, cats, fish, and birds and loved them all. I also worked for other family's taking care of their animals from the age of 12. I would love to meet and help take care of your...
Rachel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Columbia, PA
Lisa P.
5.0
I hired Lisa to clip my 2 cats' nails. She was great. Showed up on time. She was understanding & compassionate. She brought some powder stuff to put on the nails if by chance the cat jerked & cut a little more to stop bleeding, which I thought was great. Very friendly, but not pushy. I do have to...
- Chris K.
Brittany O.
5.0
My twins love being at Brittany's house. Brittany is the first sitter to have watched our children who was not a family member and we have always felt comfortable in trusting her to watch them.
- Amy N.
Stella S.
5.0
To sum up with one word - Awesome! We were in a tough spot. Our regular pet sitters were unable to watch our two dogs and we were about to go out of town. Stella answered the call. We have 2 older dogs that are on several medications including one that requires insulin shots. To make things more...
- Robert G.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Columbia, PA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Columbia, PA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $11.77 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 Columbia, PA?
There are 13 pet care providers in Columbia, PA 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 Columbia 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 Columbia, PA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Columbia, PA 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 Columbia, PA 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 Columbia, PA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Columbia, PA 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 Columbia, PA 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 Columbia, PA?
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 Columbia, PA, 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 Columbia, PA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Columbia, PA, 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.