Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Durham, NC
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Find pet care in Durham, NC that you’ll love
189 pet care are listed in Durham, NC
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Durham, NC
I used to own birds myself in which we ended up giving away because I was off to school and my family is a busy household. I have had plenty occasions watching dogs, walking them, feeding them, and ensuring to put them up for their rest.
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I absolutely love and adore my Golden Doodle and I will care for and treat your baby the same. Pets are a part of the family in my eyes and should be cared for and treated like the rest of the family. Just let me know what your baby needs from me!
Tiffiny can also help with: Boarding
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Catherine and I am a senior nursing student pursuing my BSN. I love caring for animals in my free time, and have years of experience caring for both cats and dogs of all sizes. I am more than happy to accommodate the unique needs of you and your furry friend, including but not limited to:
-Medication...
Catherine can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I have provided day to day care for my pets, I've had cats and dogs growing up. I care for animals whether it is a long walk on a trail, a good ole handshake, and a treat to cuddling with furry ones and playing with a good ole wand.
Valeria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Rachel S.
Durham, NC
$14-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Rachel and I just graduated from Radford University. I have pet sat for various animals and for various lengths and jobs. I am available now through July 4th. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've been a huge animal lover for my entire life. My family has four cats at home that I help to care for. In addition, I volunteered with an animal rescue organization for a little over three years. I also have experience watching over friend's dogs when their families have gone on vacation. I'm willing to watch over animals of...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Dominique G.
Durham, NC
$19-27/hr
I love spending time with animals. I have a 3-year-old lab myself and often pet sit 2 adorable cats at their home. I have also watched geckos and parakeets previously. There is no problem if you're worried about my dog, I do not need to bring her to your house if I'm sitting unless you want your pup to have a playmate.
Dominique can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working as a pet-sitter (and house-sitter) regularly since 2018 and occasionally since 2015. Am comfortable with cats, dogs, birds, fish, rodents, and rabbits. Am meticulous about special diets, medications, injections, and other precise instructions. Numerous references available upon request.
Please note that I do...
Kay can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Stefany T.
Durham, NC
$8-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have always taken care of animals. I can remember my grandparents always having pets and them teaching me to care for them. Pets have always been part of my life!
In my spare time, I like to go thrifting and I also like to go to the gym. I really like going on long walks- I love taking dogs with me. I like to also go to...
Stefany can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
I have had many animals in the past and have dog and cat sat many times. I can't have pets where I currently live, so it would be fun to watch some fur babies in the meantime!
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a dog and cat person! I don't currently have any pets myself which has given me flexibility in caring for others. In New Haven I have provided drop-in dog walking and cat care, overnight dog/cat/ house sitting, and dog sitting in my apartment.
As a farm worker I also have experience farm sitting, caring for a herd of...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Would love to walk your small dog (less than 10 pounds) while you are at work or school.
I also would love to sit in your cat, or drop in for a play session !
Gail can also help with: Pet walking
Janaye S.
Durham, NC
$8-13/hr
I grew up around cats as family pets, which eventually led into me fostering them in my adult years. Recently I became a first time dog parent and the experience of getting to know and learn my dog as well as other dogs in general has expanded my fondness for cats to include those of the canine persuasion. I am an animal lover...
Janaye can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
My name is Sadie! I am a 19-year-old college student at UNC Chapel Hill. I have about 6 years of dog and cat watching experience and would be happy to be of use in any way that I can!
Sadie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Rosa V.
Durham, NC
$8-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Love Dogs And I Can Help Take Care And Play With Love With Him While You Are Busy Or Traveling
I'd describe my personality as respectful, worker and friendly
I like working with animals because I love dogs
I'm looking for a job that like dogs and have time off
In my spare time, I like to go to the gym and see movies
My skills include Affectionate, clean and careful
Rosa can also help with: Pet sitting
Danna A.
Durham, NC
$8-19/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I would love to help you take care of your pets, I consider myself a protector of animals and defender of their rights, I have experience with their basic care such as walks, feeding, taking care of their fur and removing excess hair, playing with them. I am a person you can trust to take care of your pet if you are going...
Danna can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Zakeyah G.
Durham, NC
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have extensive experience working with children. I have been working with children for over 10 years and 5+ years professionally. I am looking for a family either full time or occasional.
Zakeyah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
As a professional nanny, I have plenty of experience caring for little ones, even those with fur! I have 10 years experience working in peoples homes caring for their most precious family members. My duties often include taking care of the pets, including walking, feeding, and training and decided to extend my pet services to...
Averi can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training
I have worked for two years providing pet care with varied services through daily walks, feedings, cleaning litter and etc....
Patricia can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine
Are u looking for tender loving care for your awesome pets? Look no further. I've been taking care of pets from a very young age. I love bonding with them, talking with them etc. I'm very honest, trustworthy and very dependable I will go above and beyond to make sure that your pet gets the best of care. Waiting to hear from you.
Patricia can also help with: Grooming, pet walking
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Durham, NC
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Durham, NC?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $13.28 per hour as of April 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 Durham, NC?
There are 189 pet care providers in Durham, NC 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 Durham 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 Durham, NC?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC?
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 Durham, NC, 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 Durham, NC?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Durham, NC, 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 Durham, NC pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Care in Durham, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 189 listed pet care.