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Leslie S.


Essington, PA

$8-15/hr1 yrs exp

Pet-Lover, Trustworthy & Reliable Sitter

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Hello! As a pet sitter, I have always had a special place in my heart for animals. With a background in animal behavior and care, I have a keen understanding of the needs and behaviors of various pets. I have years of experience in providing attentive and compassionate care to dogs, cats and reptiles. I am well-versed in...
Leslie can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Destini S.


Chester, PA

$15-20/hr

Part/Full - Time Pet Caregive

5.0

(1)

I own 3 cats, a dog, a rabbit, 2 gerbils, and 5 guinea pings. I used to volunteer at a vet clinic as well as the cat adoption shelter, I have experience walking multiple dogs as well as taking care of sick pets. I absolutely love all animals of all kinds and am more than willing to go on walks with your pets, prepare custom...
Destini can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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Elsa D.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Lover With Tail Wagging Experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an avid dog lover and have 15 years of experience with dogs. I will take care of your pup with love!
Elsa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, boarding
5.0
"Elsa is great! I hired her to take care of my two dogs while I am at work/in classes. She showed up right on time, was very friendly, and had great communication. My dogs loved her, even though one of them is usually shy around strangers. I would absolutely...

Eva G.

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Alana R.


Philadelphia, PA

$8-30/hr4 yrs exp

Animal Loving College Student

Hello! My name is Alana , I am a sport and exercise science major at Temple University. I grew up with multiple dogs as a child and have grown to love all sorts of furry friends! I currently have a cat and a German shepherd, who I do training exercises with daily. I am COVID 19 vaccinated and have my own transportation. In...
Alana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Arianna H.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-22/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have six years of paid experience as a pet caretaker. My clients include individuals and families with: -Cats, ages 1wk+ -Dogs, ages 4wk+ -Fish -Turtles -Geckos I am open to learning to care for animals that I do not have experience with! The services I am able to provide include, sitting (drop-ins, overnight and extended...
Arianna can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I hired Arianna to feed my cats while I was away on vacation for 5 days. She was very engaging, texted me updates each visit and seemed to get to know the cats personalities. It put me at ease while I was away and that really helped me to have a relaxing much...

Melissa P.

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Beth B.


Aston, PA

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Leesburg, FL. Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a responsible dog owner. Knowing what the pets' needs are and providing safe and loving care are my priorities.
Beth can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Beth is one of the most dependable, honest, kindhearted, gentle, hardworking people I know. She is the type of person that will always do more than is asked of her. If I needed help with a project, she is always the first person I would call because I know she...

Bethanne S.

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Norisdely C.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

Animal Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care As Well As For In-Home/Overnight Care.

My love of animals was instill in me from an early age, growing up we had every pet you can think of. Birds, turtles, hamsters, a dog, a cat and even, a rabbit! I have transitioned that love into adulthood by pet sitting many cats and dogs. I have experience walking and caring for all types of dogs, from a 7 pound chihuahua to a...
Norisdely can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Noris is always dependable and able to come help us in a pinch. She is also extremely respectful of our home and responsible when it comes to caring for our dog. Would highly recommend!"

Peter V.

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Maria C.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-60/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! I have years of experience caring dogs and cats, since I was born with pets because my parents love them so much, and we always had maximum 7 dogs and 3 or 4 cats, through the years I was in care of them with my brother, I'm an animal lover and I really enjoy to take care of them, I also had little Guinea pigs under my...
Maria can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
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Jaime M.


Swedesboro, NJ

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Animal Lover And Care-taker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a veterinary technology student, currently enrolled in my third semester of the Veterinary Technology program at Camden County College. I recently completed an externship at Winslow Animal Hospital for school, learning a lot about caring for pets! I love all animals and promise to treat them just like my own!...
Jaime can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Jaime watched our dog while we were away for the weekend. She was reliable and displayed great communication. Our dog was happy and well cared for, and we didn't need to worry if her needs were being met while we were away. She also has experience with children....

Lou W.

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Jenice S.


Philadelphia, PA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Fun Animal Lover

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've had pets ever since childhood. I am absolutely an animal lover! I love learning new things about them. I've done 3 years volunteer work at the PSPCA and a semester of volunteer work at The University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospital. I'm a dog walker too. I myself have owned a Jack Russell Terrier, 3 cats, fish, multiple...
Jenice can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Jenice came over to meet our cats in the early stages of a nor'easter, but still arrived perfectly on time and was very professional and calm. Our cats were comfortable with her immediately. She sent us photo updates and was very attentive to their somewhat...

Tess H.

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Jacquelyn M.


Philadelphia, PA

$36/hr4 yrs exp

It Is My Intention To Take As Good Of Care Of Your Pet As You Do (or Better).

Native to Philadelphia, I attended Penn Charter School (OPC '03) and received my BFA in Film & Television production from NYU Tisch School of Arts. I accept all pets that are both child-friendly and not-child friendly. Similarly, I accept pets who do get along with others, and those who, well, do not. Specifically cat-wise, I...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Grooming, dog training, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Unique love for the pets she takes care of and watches."

Richard X.

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Teri C.


Brookhaven, PA

$13-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Turned Stay At Home Mom

Experience with a variety of animals. Currently have 3 dogs and 3 cats as well as foster dogs. Responsible adult with references available, able to care for any animals in your house or mine.
Teri can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Elisha C.


Media, PA

$10-25/hr4 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Available

4.0

(1)

I am a big animal lover. My entire life, I have always had some kind of pet. I have had dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rats, reptiles, fish, and everything. Not only have I had pets but whenever I would visit my aunt, it was like going to a farm. She had everything from goats to bunnies. I also have worked at a pet store for 4 years....
Elisha can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
4.0
"If our schedules had lined up just a bit better I would have hired Elisha. My girls really liked her and I felt very comfortable trusting her to care for them."

Kathryn J.

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Frances C.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitting And Dog Walking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Fran. I am a professional pet sitter and dog walker. When my children were younger, we had a small pet sitting business in our Moorestown, NJ community. We were with some families for over 10 years! I can provide you with EXCELLENT references. I do more than simply take your dog around the block. I will play...
Frances can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Fran is not just a hired person, she became a part of the family. She was incredibly loving and caring for our 16 year old Dalmatian and displayed unbelievable patience with our now 6 month old puppy. Best suggestions- hire Fran, she is AMAZING and has become...

Nancy T.

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Monica D.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Detail-Oriented Pet-Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Monica, a part-time student with some gaps in my schedule, looking for occasional work as a pet-sitter in the Philadelphia area. I grew up with many different pets: cats, dogs, leopard frogs, hermit crabs, betta fish, guinea pigs, and hamsters. I am very detail-oriented and have a history of going above and beyond what...
Monica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Monica was amazing taking care of my dog! She updated me everyday and was very responsive to text messages. Monica stayed at my apartment, did some house things like checking the mail and taking out the trash. She took my dog out twice a day on long walks, fed her,...

Victoria H.

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Lily S.


Philadelphia, PA

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

Animal-loving Grad Student In Old City

I've lived with big dogs for the majority of my life and worked at a veterinarian's office for 2 years, so have experience working with and taking care of cats and dogs of all sizes. I have extensive experience taking care of senior cats and dog as well as cats and dogs with special needs. I'm currently a PhD candidate at a...
Lily can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Lily is an attentive and responsible dog-sitter with a background as a vet's office employee and an EMT. She as an all-around animal lover who is very good at adjusting her pet-sitting style to fit the needs of each specific animal. She can be as laid back as your...

Bonnie B.

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Alondra A.


Drexel Hill, PA

$18-24/hr3 yrs exp

Alondra

Hi, there! I can provide a dog sitting in your own home. As a highly organize and highly motivated animal lover with entry-level experience. Skilled in observing animal behavior and report any problems. Ensuring animal safety and well-being at all times. A dependable individual who effectively can provide care for animals. Able...
Alondra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"My puppy recently got attacked by a big dog leaving her in a fragile state. As a full time college student and part time babysitter, I was looking for someone I knew would care for and love my pup while I am not at home. Alondra was an excellent pup sitter and kept...

Maria V.

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Joyce S.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

No commercial experience but I have owned and loved both cats and dogs all my life.
Joyce can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming
5.0
"Joyce has been super dependable, very punctual and very reliable I would hire her again. She is even taking the time to teach my dog a few new things and I appreciate that. "

Chai A.

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Mason L.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

A Friend To All Animals

I provide pet sitting and boarding. My two biggest concerns are safety and attention. I would take care of them as if they were my own. I grew up owning dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians. My experience ranges in providing pet care for family, friends, neighbors, and clients. I am happy to give baths,...
Mason can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Mason is very responsible and he is definitely an animal lover. My dogs absolutely love him. His daily report is detailed and helpful, since I could keep track of my dogs routines even being away from them."

Monica L.

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Essington, PA

Elsa D.

5.0

Elsa is great! I hired her to take care of my two dogs while I am at work/in classes. She showed up right on time, was very friendly, and had great communication. My dogs loved her, even though one of them is usually shy around strangers. I would absolutely recommend her, and I am planning on having...

- Eva G.

Arianna H.

5.0

I hired Arianna to feed my cats while I was away on vacation for 5 days. She was very engaging, texted me updates each visit and seemed to get to know the cats personalities. It put me at ease while I was away and that really helped me to have a relaxing much needed vacation. I will be using her...

- Melissa P.

Beth B.

5.0

Beth is one of the most dependable, honest, kindhearted, gentle, hardworking people I know. She is the type of person that will always do more than is asked of her. If I needed help with a project, she is always the first person I would call because I know she would have good ideas for getting the...

- Bethanne S.

Norisdely C.

5.0

We hired Norisdely 2-3 days a week to walk our dog during the day. She is always punctual and our dog loves her! When our dog was a puppy she was even great about cleaning up after her and gave us relevant updates. 10/10 best dog walker we've had!

- Sarah P.

Jaime M.

5.0

Jaime watched our dog while we were away for the weekend. She was reliable and displayed great communication. Our dog was happy and well cared for, and we didn't need to worry if her needs were being met while we were away. She also has experience with children. Would recommend for pet sitting or...

- Lou W.

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