Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Indianapolis, IN
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Find pet care in Indianapolis, IN that you’ll love
418 pet care are listed in Indianapolis, IN
The average posted rate is $12/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Indianapolis, IN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have pet sat for many families throughout the past 4 years. If you are looking for someone to stay in your home full time with your pet while you're away, I am available to do so. I am also available to just stop in and take care of your animals throughout the day. Can provide great references if desired! I love all sizes of...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Very please with Anna's pet service. I appreciate her staying at my home with my pets and taking good care of them. I will definitely book her again."
Barbra T.
Nelcy M.
Indianapolis, IN
$20-50/hr
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years experience in pet sitting. Please let me know the routine your pet has, and your availability.
Nelcy can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I have absolute trust in Nelcy’s care of my son. I know that she will play with him while also providing boundaries. She always does her best to adhere to your stated expectations and parenting preferences. Nelcy truly cares and takes pride in whatever task...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of pet experience with a company and many more than that by myself. I've personally had many special needs animals myself so I am extremely comfortable giving medication including insulin. I can help with Pet Transportation, medication administration, pet sitting, and walking. I live in a pet friendly home and can...
Brittney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"While our older cat is typically rather hateful towards strangers, she immediately took to Brittney. Based on this past experience, we can now travel more often knowing that our cats will be well cared for and entertained while we are away."
J Timothy S.
Hello! I have always had a small zoo in my life. My family had everything from hermit grabs, to bunnies, to cats, to dogs, to deer. I myself have a small zoo of two cats and one dog. I am local to Indianapolis and work full time here year round. My job has me working over the holidays too so when you leave for your holiday...
Rebecca can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
As a lifelong animal lover and dedicated pet mom, I have years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and other small animals. I'm currently the proud dog mom of Mr. Finley, my 9-year-old Yorkshire Terrier, and previously cared for my beloved Shih Tzu, Giz-Moe, Yorkie, To-To, and Pitbull, Cinnamon Blue. My love for animals...
Ellen G.
Indianapolis, IN
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Animal-lover & Young Teacher Looking For Part-time Opportunities To Care For Pets!
I am a teacher in Indianapolis and relatively new to the city! Throughout college (I graduated in May 2020) and high school I have had several part-time pet-sitting opportunities, from dogs to cats to fish to birds! I grew up with dogs and love animals of all kinds!
Ellen can also help with: Pet sitting
I love animals and have been pet sitting for many years! You can count on me to be reliable, gentle, loving, observant, and more!
Shelby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can help you in taking care of your pets
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I have had a lot of experience caring for my own pets. I have had a dog since I was born and continue to go my whole life with having at least one pet. I have babysat for families for 6 years now and I believe an animal is like family. I will make sure he/she gets fed, played with, and given attention. Will send you...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi my name is Maya and I am looking to care for local pets. I have a reliable mode of transportation. I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Sitting. I am open to caring for all types of animals but I particularly enjoy cats.
Maya can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi my name is Ariana and I am a babysitter and petsitter. I have pets of my own and for the past 2 years I've been dog-sitting occasionally for the same family. I take him out on walks and watch him while they go on trips. I'd love to help your family while taking care of your pet!
Ariana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have always grown up around dogs and absolutely love to be with them. I am very patient with the animals and love spending time playing and just loving on them.
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting
I have grown up with large dogs my entire life and am comfortable with energetic dogs. I adopted a cat with health problems last year and am comfortable caring for cats and kittens of all types. I'm happy to take long walks in any weather and make sure any special accommodations are met.
Erin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I'd describe my personality as friendly, respectful, fun, and attentive
I like working with animals because I have always loved animals, and felt a deep connection with them. It is very rewarding and therapeutic for me. It is my dream to start a pet sanctuary to help the pets that do not have a loving home.
I'm looking for a...
Kailei can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm friendly, professional and dedicated. I love animals. I'm very responsable and polite.
I'm very organized.
Yaremy can also help with: Pet walking
I Love, love, love animals and currently have a fur baby of my own, he's a 5 yr old orange cat , named Ravioli, whom I love dearly!
Additionally, I worked for SouthSide Animal Shelter for a year (2016) but have continued to care for animals since. I have mostly cared for Cats and Dogs.
I take direction very easily and adapt...
Ivy can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
My name is Morgan. I love pets. I currently own a Siberian Husky. I also have 2 bettas and 5 gold fish. I enjoy watching pets next to humans they are my next favorite thing to be around. So, trust me with your fur babies.
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
As a fellow fur baby owner myself, I am great with animals! I have been professionally sitting dogs/cats for 3 years.
Kaitlin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
My family currently has 2 1-year-old Dobermans and a Siamese cat named Larry. I have grown up since I was born with animals in the house. I have done pet sitting / walking jobs through a local company in Indianapolis. This included letting the animals out, feeding them, bathing/grooming, and administering medicine if necessary....
Miranda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have grown up with dogs and cats. I also have taken care of many of my friends animals as well. I love all animals and will treat them with the most love and respect and careful care.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Indianapolis, IN
Anna M.
5.0
Very please with Anna's pet service. I appreciate her staying at my home with my pets and taking good care of them. I will definitely book her again.
- Barbra T.
Nelcy M.
5.0
I have absolute trust in Nelcy’s care of my son. I know that she will play with him while also providing boundaries. She always does her best to adhere to your stated expectations and parenting preferences. Nelcy truly cares and takes pride in whatever task assigned. I highly recommend her as a...
- Care member
Brittney H.
5.0
While our older cat is typically rather hateful towards strangers, she immediately took to Brittney. Based on this past experience, we can now travel more often knowing that our cats will be well cared for and entertained while we are away.
- J Timothy S.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Indianapolis, IN
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Indianapolis, IN?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $12.41 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 Indianapolis, IN?
There are 418 pet care providers in Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, IN?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN?
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 Indianapolis, IN, 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 Indianapolis, IN?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Indianapolis, IN, 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 Indianapolis, IN pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Pet Care in Indianapolis, IN are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews of the 418 listed pet care.