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186 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
Pet care in Lakeland, FL
5.0
(12)
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 sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"She is a very proactive and enthusiastic worker and always completes tasks in a timely manner."
Grace G.
5.0
(1)
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 sitting, pet walking
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.
5.0
(4)
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 sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"I hired Laura for overnight stays with my French Bulldog Louis. He's got terrible separation anxiety and I hate boarding him when I leave for business trips. I thought I'd try a house sitter and Laura did not disappoint. Her rates were reasonable and she stayed...
Christine P.
5.0
(1)
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 walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
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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: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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!
5.0
(1)
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. "
Care member
Gianna B.
Lakeland, FL
$14-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(2)
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
5.0
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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 sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently have a dog and 2 cats - one of the cats just had 5 kittens, and the other is due any day now. I have had pets my whole life and am actually pet and house sitting right now.
Tara can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming & 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.
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 sitting, pet walking
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
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 sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I'm a homeschool mom of one (and I have 2 adult kids) with no set schedules. I've worked at an animal hospital for over 8 years and I have had pets all my life. I also take care of my garden! Let me know how I can help YOU!
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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
I've taken care of dogs and cats for more than 8 years. Family and friends have entrusted me with walking, feeding, bathing, and taking their pets to the vet. I also have my own cats that we've had for 3 years now.
Joey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
Arianny T.
Lakeland, FL
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Arianny I'm Currently A College Student And I Am Open To Taking Care Of Pets Or Kids
I'd describe my personality as caring , loving , problem solver
I like working with animals because I grew up on a farm
I'm looking for a job that treats me well and helps me grow
I started working with animals when I was 16 taking care of puppy litters
One thing you should know about me is I'm very friendly and...
Arianny can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Lakeland, FL
Lindy Z.
5.0
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 leash pulling habits and made it so much easier to walk him!
Lindy also cleans for me and helps with running errands, highly recommended!
- Brandon B.
Maria M.
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.
Laura P.
5.0
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 and looking after them. I have to travel frequently for my job so I needed someone to feed and walk my dogs during those times. Laura always texted me updates...
- Tim M.
Tina R.
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.
Samantha O.
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.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Lakeland, FL
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Lakeland, FL?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.80 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 Lakeland, FL?
There are 186 pet care providers in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland 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 Lakeland, FL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland, FL?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland, FL?
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 Lakeland, FL, 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 Lakeland, FL?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Lakeland, FL, 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 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 27 reviews of the 186 listed pet care.