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60 pet care are listed in Hickory, NC
The average posted rate is $12/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Hickory, NC
I have grown up with cats and dogs and love being around animals! I currently have three dogs of my own, a German shepherd, pit mix, and boxer mix. I am very experienced in taking care of pets!
Allison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Andrea M.
Conover, NC
$11-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Andrea. I love Animals. And would love to help take care of yours. If you are interested in my services feel free to message me!
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've always have had dogs in my life and more recently cats. I love being around animals and loving on them, having fun and seeing them happy, and enjoy watching them nap after all the fun we had together.
Courtney can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
My name is Keysha. I can provide dog sitting in your home and am comfortable with dogs all sizes and ages. I currently have 3 dogs of my own and I grew up around dogs my whole life. If you need help with other animals, I am willing to help as well. I am a quick learner and willing to help any way I can.
Keysha can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
Hello! I am a teacher with summers off, and would love to help out with part time pet walking and sitting. My hours are very flexible, and I am great with animals! I have a dog of my own, and have had other pet sitting jobs over my summers off!
Please let me know if you are interested!
Rachel can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
Shelby W.
Granite Falls, NC
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi my names Shelby, I have a few years experience walking family/friends members dogs and some jobs I got on this app. I also have experience dog sitting over night, weekends and causal dog sitting. I have also watched and cared for cats and kittens. I would love to help you out with your furry friends :)
Shelby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Mattilyn H.
Conover, NC
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love all animals. Dogs are my fav! I would love to meet your fur baby! I am good with all breeds and ages.
Mattilyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
Sophie H.
Conover, NC
$8-13/hr
Though I do not have any paid pet experience, I am a big animal lover who you can trust with your animals!!
Sophie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Whitney H.
Conover, NC
$8-13/hr
I would love to be able to come help you walk your dog. Tend to your animals while you're always on vacation or come and feed them while at work.
I currently have two shepherds, three cats, a ferret, fish, a turtle and bearded dragon
Whitney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a baby-sitter and tutor for elementary aged students. I am a student teacher graduating this Summer with my Bachelors in Elementary Education. I am looking to baby-sit or tutor on Saturday's until then. I have 4 years experience as a teacher assistant and before that I was a nanny for 3 years to 4 children aged 8 months to...
Sierra can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding
Sarah C.
Granite Falls, NC
$12-18/hr
Hey my name is Sarah! I would love to watch your fur babies! I have 3 of my own and would love to love yours!
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I started working with animals since I was born, I've always had dogs , currently I have my female black lab I used to have 2 but one past away a couple of months ago , he was my childhood hood pet
In my spare time, I like to play with dogs and take care of them and help them and give them many many kisses and hugs haha
One...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting
I'm a big animal lover but I have a special fondness for dogs. I've had my adopted dog for 17 year and she's the best dog in the world. One of the many wonderful things about having a dog is that I get to meet and connect with other dog owners. That's how I started pet sitting 10 years ago. I'm a reliable, kind, responsible,...
Tosha can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Faith F.
Conover, NC
$11-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've been babysitting all sorts of pets from dogs and cats to more odd pets like lizards and birds for about 4 years now! I'm very much an animal lover, I have two of my very own dogs at home (Mollie and Sadie May). I'm willing to care for animals all ages and sizes! I can also help with bath time and light grooming.
Faith can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Ashley D.
Lenoir, NC
$5-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Love Dogs And Cats... I Am A Animal Lover.. Need Me Call Me Am Available. .
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I have always been around animal was raised at a farm house in Puerto Rico love cats.. dogs.. and horses
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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"Ashley is a great and caring person . She is very reliable."
Jesica M.
Megan H.
Lincolnton, NC
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hey there, I have a German shepherd that I trained and she is amazing! Her name is Sadi! I dog/cat sit for my family quiet often when they go out of town. I love animals. I have a blind shih tzu that is almost a year old that I have to put eyes drops in her eyes 3 times a day so I know know to take care of animals that are sick...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had dogs & cats and many other animals. I enjoy taking them for walks, playing ball with them, and cuddling them if they enjoy that. Will feed & care for their items. I enjoy being around them and seeing them happy & playing. This is just a bit of what I love & enjoy about pet sitting.
Sherry B.
Vale, NC
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up in rural North Carolina and always had dogs and many other animals during my childhood. I had a family dog that was dearly loved and passed away a couple years ago. I get along really well with dogs and am available in the evenings and weekends to (also early morning) to tend to your pets. I am currently a housekeeper...
Sherry can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi there!
Ever since a child I have loved all animals and have grown up around all different kinds of animals. I began dog sitting at a young age and still enjoy doing it when I can! I have looked after dogs, cats, birds, and large mammals in different occasions when animal sitting. I am very attentive to the animals, as I have...
Joanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have one daughter who is now 28 years old. I taught elementary school for 13 years. I have my degree in Elementary Education and a Masters degree in Reading. I loved teaching, but decided I wanted something different. I love babies, young children, and animals. I love animals and had a dog and cat for 14 wonderful years. I...
Candie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Hickory, NC
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Hickory, NC?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $12.62 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 Hickory, NC?
There are 39 pet care providers in Hickory, 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 Hickory 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 Hickory, NC?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Hickory, 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 Hickory, 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 Hickory, NC?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Hickory, 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 Hickory, 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 Hickory, 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 Hickory, 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 Hickory, NC?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Hickory, 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.