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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had pets growing up and love being around animals. I can walk, play with and do light grooming for dogs (baths and brushing). I can handle several pets at once and have no problem cleaning up after animals. I also have volunteered at the Zoo which gave me a lot more knowledge and experience handling some critters I...
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I am an experienced former vet tech with 10+ years of experience. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I can also perform baths and light grooming. Your pet(s) will be loved and stimulated through play, walks and TLC. I am able to administer medications whether it be oral...
Chengming can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Chengming is the absolute best. She watches both my 6yr old daughter and my old cat who needs medication. With both my daughter and cat she's kind, caring, responsible and she communicates really well so we always know everything is awesome
I would recommend her...
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have loved animals of all kinds throughout my life. I grew up with dogs and fish, and have lived with cats through roommates. Over the years, I have accumulated experience watching dogs, cats, and fish for family, friends, and neighbors when they go out of town, and I find joy in the opportunity to bond with those animals! I...
Stirling can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Stirling came to my house and watched my cat for a week while i was on vacation. She stayed over the entire week and did a great job following my detailed instructions for feeding, playing, and bringing her in at night. My cat is what some people might call a...
Shauna B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided child care since my early teenage years and am very comfortable with children of all ages (infants to teenagers). I have grown up with 4 dogs and often took care of different neighbors' pets when they would go out of town. I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking, and Pet Sitting. With all my skills and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Liz took great care of our cat while we were out of town for over a week. We didn't have to worry about anything and our kitty loved her!"
Charlie K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been walking dogs for two years now and I really enjoy it. I am open to pet sitting and have my own transportation.
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren, I am 29, and live in Madison Park. Some things about me, I love Space, Dinosaurs, Arts and Crafts, Music, and playing outside!
I have an Illustration Degree and I'd love to write/illustrate children's books. I have had a vast array of jobs and special interests. I love educating children and helping...
5.0
"Lauren has been sitting for us for date nights for over a year! She’s so fun and my kids are always excited to have her sit for us! I can’t say enough good things about her! "
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5.0
(1)
I'm a pet sitter based in Seattle and I'm passionate about giving you peace of mind by providing exceptional care to your beloved pets while you are away.
Have a trip or just need an extra hand? I'm happy to help.
I'm a responsible, dependable, and trustworthy pet sitter and I'm committed to providing personalized attention...
Summer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Summer is a wonderful pet sitter! My husband and I appreciated that she was on time and very communicative. Before finding Summer we were both worried as we had never booked an overnight sitter before. She made the whole process for us very easy and made sure to...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with both dogs as cats during my year in Paris. I have watched pets for the expat community that lives in Paris. I have watched dogs from as small as a pug to as big as a Bernese Mountain Dog. With dogs I take them on walks, play with them, and give lots of affection. Also, I have experience with cats! I have...
Yasmine can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Yasmine was so wonderful to our two cats while we were out of town. She sent us updates and made sure the give them pats. We got delayed on our flight back, and she was super flexible about coming a few extra days. Would recommend!"
Catherine H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maria and I am an animal lover, I have been pet sitting for over 10 years. I usually pet sit for dogs, cats and fish, but can do it for any sort of fur friend!
I consider myself a loving, fun and interactive sitter. I love taking pets to the beach, taking them on walks, playing with them nonstop, and just giving...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Maria is the best. She dog sat in our home while we were away. She sent us regular updates and pictures of our dog. She left the house in great shape and our dog was very happy with her.
We definitely plan on hiring Maria again."
Nicole E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello pet parents,
My name is Yasmeen and I would love to care for your pet. I love animals and try to sense & understand a pets needs. Every pet has a different temperament, walking style, energy & needs a patient, loving caregiver. I have a Yorkshire terrier named Seven he is 4. 5yrs and is the sweetest companion! He loves all...
Yasmeen can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience more than 5 years ago , taking care aninmals ( dogs, birds, turtle and cats,) since 1 to 14years old.
I'd describe my personality as patient, responsable and reliable.
I'm looking for a job on the afternoons 2 to 6 p.m. , I'm available on weekends too, like walking dogs , overnight, refills the food and water...
Monica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Monica is sweet and dependable, she walked my dog Sweetie until I had to find all day accommodations for her. She followed instructions and always asked questions if she didn't know the answers! She's a great addition to any dogs life!!"
Leanna Z.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings my name is Nichole and I am your local Human and Pet Care Provider with 3 years in the Caregiver field; first for my Dad and now my Mom +20 years experience with dogs and cats. I am certified in CPR for humans and Pets. I also have a current Food handler card because I enjoy cooking for humans and dogs!
Nichole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Nichole was very kind and communicative, and my pup immediately warmed up to her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been around cats and dogs my whole life and I absolutely couldn't imagine life without them! I believe that pets are family so I will always treat them as such and make sure they are well cared for and loved while in my care. I have a few families that I pet sit/house sit for on occasion and I'd love to add more to that. I...
Mercedez can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your home, as well as dog walking. I love and have experience with dogs, cats, and small rodents of all sizes and ages.
Anjani can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
I provide dog walks, dog sitting in your own home and overnight comfort stays. I have worked with bulldogs, golden doodles, golden retrievers, Australian cattle dogs and own a small 12 pound King Cavalier Spaniel trained medical service dog who accompanies me on the job in a carrier. I love to take dogs on city walks, to...
Kristin can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking
Kidra A.
Bellevue, WA
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as: caring, fun, and ambitious.
I like working with animals because they bring me joy, make me laugh and I always feel rewarded.
My skills include listening to your pet and their desires. I love playing with dogs and playful long running around with them, and cats can keep me entertained for hours...
Kidra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She goes above and beyond what is asked for. She is highly capable, versatile, and resourceful. She is careful and naturally caring. I would trust her with any caregiving responsibility. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I love all the animal, but cats have my heart. I always had cats since I was a kid. Currently I have two of the most caring and loving cats in the world. They are my fur babies and part of my family.
Family, friends and clients have entrusted their fur babies in my care, knowing that I would treat their pets as my own.
I have...
Samanta can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Samanta is absolutely wonderful! She took such a good care of our babies and always kept us to date with visits and photos. She truly does love animals, totally recommend and will be the first choice for future care."
Stephanie O.
5.0
(2)
Look no further for your pet care needs. Your fur babies will be in the best hands.
I've been an animal lover all my life!!
Dog walking
Drop in visits
Pet sitting
Overnight care in your home
Grooming services additional.
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Samantha is dependable and on time and trustworthy. I have never had any issues with any services she has provided I would recommend to family and any friends who would need her service"
Kathy A.
Julia K.
Bellevue, WA
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love animals, hence why I have a cute little dog of my own. I love all kinds of animals though. I was a vet assistant for three years and did a lot of sitting for clients. I have also had a lot of other experience caring for animals of friends and family.
Julia can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Julia is very kind and attentive to our dogs. I have special needs dog that has severe epilepsy and can not be left alone. I don't trust anyone but Julia outside our family to sit with him. I know that when I am gone she will be responsible for him and make sure...
STEPHANIE P.
Kailyn B.
Seattle, WA
$21-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started taking care of animals around the same time I became involved with childcare. Many if not most of the families I have worked for have had a variety of cats and dogs and in addition to taking care of their children I was expected to occasionally preform animal care as well. This includes walking, potty breaks, feeding,...
Kailyn can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
3.0
"Kailyn was hired to work from home/study from home, in our home, while we were away. One day she gone 5 hours and the other 7.5 hours. Our elderly dogs cannot manage that. I had to hire another sitter to let them outside. Additionally she left one of our dogs,...
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Mercer Island, WA
Chengming L.
5.0
Chengming is the absolute best. She watches both my 6yr old daughter and my old cat who needs medication. With both my daughter and cat she's kind, caring, responsible and she communicates really well so we always know everything is awesome
I would recommend her to anyone, she's the best
- Care member
Stirling S.
5.0
It was our first time ever using care.com or having someone care for our dog in our home while we're away, and Stirling was wonderful. She was punctual, responsive, tidy and so patient and kind with our precious, old dog. Would highly recommend Stirling and hire her again!
- Kim V.
Elizabeth F.
5.0
Liz took great care of our cat while we were out of town for over a week. We didn't have to worry about anything and our kitty loved her!
- Charlie K.
Lauren W.
5.0
Lauren has been sitting for us for date nights for over a year! She’s so fun and my kids are always excited to have her sit for us! I can’t say enough good things about her!
- Care member
Summer W.
5.0
Summer is a wonderful pet sitter! My husband and I appreciated that she was on time and very communicative. Before finding Summer we were both worried as we had never booked an overnight sitter before. She made the whole process for us very easy and made sure to ask all the right questions about our...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Mercer Island, WA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Mercer Island, WA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $22.89 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 Mercer Island, WA?
There are 9 pet care providers in Mercer Island, WA 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 Mercer Island 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 Mercer Island, WA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Mercer Island, WA 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 Mercer Island, WA 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 Mercer Island, WA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Mercer Island, WA 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 Mercer Island, WA 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 Mercer Island, WA?
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 Mercer Island, WA, 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 Mercer Island, WA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Mercer Island, WA, 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.