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190 pet care are listed in Lakeland, FL

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years

What others are saying about pet care in Lakeland, FL

Very sweet, professional and helpful. My German Shepherd loves her and gets very excited when she takes him in walks. She also work with his…

Review for Lindy Z. by Brandon B.

Maria came to my house to take care of my dog while I was traveling over the holiday weekend. She was very professional, easy to schedule…

Review for Maria M. by Jesse B.

Laura has been caring for my boxers Duke and Daisy for a few years. My dogs are escape artists but I felt safe with Laura coming to my house…

Review for Laura P. by Tim M.

Pet care in Lakeland, FL

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Lindy Z.


Lakeland, FL

$13-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide dog sitting in your own home and mine. I'm a pet sitter and walker with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love animals of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, check ins, boarding, and walking.
Lindy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"She cares about your likes and dislikes and tries to do things as you would do them. Takes great care of my pets. She does extra things if I need her to."

Pamela H.

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Maria M.


Lakeland, FL

$13-16/hr • 1 yrs exp

Dedicated Pet Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Maria and I grew up in a zoo for a household! My love for animals has always been a driving factor in my life, and its actually what lead me to study Marine Science at the University of Florida. My dad actually owns a Ball Python breeding business, and I currently work (home aquarium store) here in...
Maria can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Maria came to my house to take care of my dog while I was traveling over the holiday weekend. She was very professional, easy to schedule with, a kind person and took great care of our dog Moose. Thank you Maria!"

Jesse B.

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Laura P.


Lakeland, FL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 29-year-old college graduate who is available to provide pet sitting for various animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, fish, and birds. I have owned a variety of animals throughout my lifetime and have volunteered with the SPCA. I believe this has given me the experience to handle feeding, playing and...
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Laura walked my two dogs on a short term basis when I had back surgery. She was always on time and very kind to my pets. It was a good experience overall."

Jerry B.

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Karen H.


Lakeland, FL

$9-14/hr

Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been married for 34 years and have 2 grown sons. I have always had dogs or cats and currently have a lab mix named Stella. She is a rescue, almost 2 and full of energy. My pets have always been family members and I have had them all big and small. I am available for daily walks, playtime mealtimes including...
Karen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Tina R.


Lakeland, FL

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Pet Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Tina and I have 3 dogs and 1 cat. I have many years of experience with pets, freeing hamsters, gerbils or fish is possible as well. We currently have a diabetic dog who gets two injections daily so I have experience medicating animals as well. My recent jobs include caring for a family with 3 cats and a guinea pig and...
Tina can also help with: Administration of medicine
5.0
"Tina is the most caring and loving individual I have ever met. When it comes to work she is determined and strong willed. She always gets the job done in a fast and efficient Manor and always with a smile on her face. "

Andrew A.

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Jaqueline E.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Animal Lover!

I have 2 dogs of my own and I have owned dogs, cats, and birds (2 cockatoos). I had a hamster who gave birth to 10 babies. I have taken care of dogs for family members and for friends from church and my mom's friends.
Jaqueline can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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Katie G.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Absolutely Adore Animals

I have watched cats and dogs for friends, family, and neighbors and been paid for it various times. I also volunteered at the animal rescue for almost a year. I have had multiple pets of my own in my lifetime. I currently have 2 dogs and a cat. I love pets and all animals so much. They deserve to be treated with the same respect...
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, boarding
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Samantha O.


Lakeland, FL

$14-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

My Name Is Sam, And I'm Available For Animal Care! I'm Trustworthy And Dependable!

I am a recent college graduate who is looking for part time work doing animal care while job hunting! Due to my job search, my hours are pretty flexible since I only work part time in retail for now. My experience is mainly in animal care for cats, since I grew up with two. But, I'm comfortable around bigger dogs (my past...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sam is amazing! My cats were so comfortable around her, despite them being scared of most people. She is fantastic at communication and it was great knowing someone kind was taking care of my kittens while we were away. "

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Gianna B.


Lakeland, FL

$14-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a college student who loves animals! I have done a bunch of pet sitting before; some overnight boarding as well as just daily feedings! I want you to feel comfortable leaving your pet in my care. I have 5 pets at home: 2 cats, a dog, 2 rabbits! I raised one of my rabbits from a baby as well as one of my cats!
Gianna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Karyn L.


Lakeland, FL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Your Baby Is My Baby!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former elementary school teacher and love caring for pets and children. My pets are much more than pets, they are my babies. I love them like children and treat them as such. And I will do the same for your baby! I've had all sorts of pets over my 55 year lifetime, and as their primary caregiver, gained experience in...
Karyn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Helesha B.


Lakeland, FL

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Boarding , Pet sitting , check ins and Pet Walking. I am reliable and have a passion for animals. I am in tune to what they need and make sure I care for your fur babies as if they are my own. I also can pick up your child from school and drop them off at home or another activity when...
Helesha can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Helesha is punctual, dependable, nurturing & has a heart of love. She's attended to my 88 yr old husband in my 4 day absence assuring he's well fed, continues his daily chores, and exercising. She straightens house, cooks and secures every thing."

Victoria L.

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Elexus H.


Lakeland, FL

$20-25/hr

Dog Lover

Florida Southern Alumni with degrees in Psychology, Biology, and Neuroscience. Looking to save up a bit of money before entering grad school next year. I have a 3-year-old fur baby named Reina and I occasionally watch my twin brothers daughter who is 8 months old! I'm comfortable with kids, dogs, and elders :)
Elexus can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Lexi is extremely responsible, reliable, and caring. She comes from a family full of children and loves spending time with all of them. I have no doubt your child would be given 100% attention and affection. Lexi gives her all to everything she does. She is a...

Jamie R.

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Tara O.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Available When Needed

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently have a house full of my own animals and have pet sit for countless families in Jacksonville.
Tara can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, grooming, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Tara took wonderful care of my cats while I was away for a week! Not only did she take care of their daily needs, she played with them & sent me pictures, picked up litter/food when I ran out & kept the house tidy! I will definitely rehire her when I go away each...

Tracy R.

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Leah J.


Lakeland, FL

$13-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Loving Pet Sitter

Hi! I'm Leah i'm a 21 yr old pet lover. I currently work at Ulta beauty and am trying to work a few extra hours to pay for esthetician school! I've been pet sitting for about 2 years and have a genuine love for all animals and always have. I have experience in dog bathing, walking, and administering medications. Hope to meet...
Leah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, administration of medicine
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Brenda D.


Lakeland, FL

$13-18/hr

Best Pet Caretaker

I love pets, big and small. I have owned cats and dogs all my life. I would love to take excellent care of your pets and I am flexible on days and times.
Brenda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Cassandra P.


Lakeland, FL

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Pet Sitter

Hi! I have been nannying for 10 years and while my job on paper is usually to take care of the human children, I also adore caring for your animal children as well! I'd love to be a helping hand for your family!
Cassandra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have pet sat for my family and family friends before, as well as helped my friend petsit 8 dogs when her friends were gone
Kyleigh can also help with: Pet sitting
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Chloe T.


Lakeland, FL

$13-16/hr • 1 yrs exp

Pets

I have worked with dogs and cats and also fish before! I love pets and I have worked with an app before walking some peoples dogs. Absolutely adore animals and whenever you need someone I'm here to help!
Chloe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Hannah C.


Lakeland, FL

$13-17/hr

Pet Caretaker

I was a dog walker all through middle and high school and have a dog as well! I have overnight dog sat for multiple families here and there since I was young. I am a huge animal lover, from a spider to a dog I love it all.
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love all types of pets, including dogs, cats, fish, and even birds! Most importantly, our pets become our family, loving us unconditionally. I have a parrot myself, and I couldn't see my life without her!
Marjolyn can also help with: Pet walking

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Ratings for Lakeland, FL pet care listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Pet Care in Lakeland, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 190 listed pet care.