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I have been exposed to all types of pets since my childhood. My mom was a bit like doctor Doolittle. my experience covers but isn't limited to: dogs, cats, birds, fish, amphibians, livestock, carnivorous plants, insects, vermicomposting...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, administration of medicine
Ally H.
Otsego, MI
$11-16/hr
Hi my name is Ally I am easy going and love caring for others. I enjoy helping people. I love being outdoors and spending time with my family. I am organized. I am an animal lover and enjoy caring for animals. I have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a Guinea pig.
Ally can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I'm Lindsey. I'm from the Kalamazoo area and I have many years of experience as a pet sitter and child sitter. I am a somewhat recent college grad and I just got engaged a couple weeks ago! Three words I'd use to describe myself are: fun, kind, and compassionate. I am responsible and dependable, and I look forward to helping...
Lindsey can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
I have had the pleasure of cohabitating with many kinds of animals, from a very young age to the present day. I have done rescue admin work, fostering, fundraising and transportation for the past 2 decades. I have had multiple dogs that required special homemade diets, medication, and assistance over the years. I feel...
Angel can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Rylee P.
Delton, MI
$10-15/hr
I have a pup of my own so I have plenty of experience caring for puppies and dogs! I absolutely adore any dog I see or meet and would love to play or walk your fur baby!
Rylee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home, this will help keep your furry friends comfortable. I have lots of experience and great references. I love pets and would love to care for yours!
Sunny can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an avid pet lover. I presently live with 2 dogs and 3 cats. Life without pets is unimaginable to me. I enjoy meeting other people's pets. It would be enjoyable and rewarding to help someone care for their animals when they are unavailable.
Susan can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Recently Susan cared for my 9 year old Brittany spaniel while I was on vacation. My dog is not used to being left behind. She was well cared for and did not come home stressed out like before when we had left her at a kennel overnight.
Thanks Susan!"
Dan N.
5.0
(4)
I've worked with pets since I can remember. I know they are just as much a part of any family as kids are... and treat them as such.
Kristen can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kristen has taken care of several of our dogs over the years as well as pets of other people we know. She is a natural with pets showing love and kindness as well as with having fun by throwing a ball, taking walks, playing their favorite game or giving a belly...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Nicole, and I love all animals!! I would love to take a dog or any other animal into my home, walk, play dates, transport to grooming or vet appointments, or go to the pets home to care for them. I have experience with exotic animals, cats, and farm animals. I have had dog walking jobs in the past, and I am...
Nicole can also help with: Grooming, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up around all sorts of animals, dogs, cats, birds, fish, hamsters. I have experience with letting out dogs, feeding and watering, playing with them, and even helping train dogs for CCI! I am dedicated to making sure my client's pets are well taken care of and treated with the love and respect as I would treat my own pets.
Holly can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting
Jacob B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I'm Jacob! I Am A College Student At Western Michigan University Who Loves Dogs And Cats
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as caring, resilient, easy going
I like working with animals because I have always been around them in the household. Since I was 10 till the house I moved into for college, I have always had a dog or cat around. I enjoy spending time with animals because it raises my mood to see them happy.
I'm...
Jacob can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Jacob was very responsible, great with our dog and a good communicator. He did overnight dog sitting for us and we would use him again. "
Sarah R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Back home I grew up with 11 cats, 2 mice, and a frog. I love walking dogs with my friends and I usually take part in caring for my pets (cleaning, feeding, playing with, etc.) I love animals.
My rate is flexible.
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Jackie has a kind personality and is very easy to talk to. She is concerned about taking care of our new puppy just as we would, helping with house sitting and any other needs around our home. We are very pleased with her care."
Vickie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
While I'm no longer a zookeeper, I have over 10 years of paid experience caring for a variety of animals. I have a good understanding of positive reinforcement training. My patience and observation skills are especially helpful when working with animals for the first time. I have a 12-year-old cat who requires daily medication,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
"Beth is awesome! She has cared for my cats and ferrets multiple times and I never worried about their safety or happiness while she was there. She is great with animals, send pictures while you are gone, and communicates any concerns that pop up or things you have...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of paid experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have had many pets over the years, dogs and cats. I have experience with large breed dogs, had Rottweilers in the past. I currently have cats and a couple require me to give them pills on a daily basis which I give to them easily. I also did...
Toni can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Toni went above and beyond for our pets!! She stayed in our home with our dogs and cats. The house was so clean when we got home. The dogs acted like we hadn't left, which let us know she spent so much time with them. I would recommend her to anyone that loves...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Rachel, I'm 24 years old and I have a 1-year-old daughter. She loves our pet cats and chickens. She also loves her grandpas cows. I grew up on a dairy farm milking cows everyday and feeding calves. We had cats and dogs that I cared for as well. I'm available any day and time as my schedule is pretty much open for...
Rachel can also help with: Dog training, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation & more
Emily C.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 18 years of experience with dogs, including training, exhibiting and breeding Labradors in high school. Very fond of cats as well! I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Emily is a phenomenal pet watcher. You can tell she really loves animals and doesn't cut corners. She was very sweet, on time, and just went above and beyond for my pets. She also picked up around the house just to be sweet so that was amazing."
Elizabess E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am willing to pet sit while you are away! I have a four year degree in environmental biology and an MA in English. I worked as a receptionist and assistant at an emergency vet clinic for over a year, and I have also worked at a dog daycare and grooming facility for over a year. Leaving these jobs was due to pursuing my MA and...
Heather can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Heather is extremely accommodating to my finicky, picky cats. She works in a vet office therefore is aware of abnormal behaviors and sends photos daily. I highly recommend her."
Katie N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Much like I have cared for children for years I care for animals. I believe animals are our babies. I have a beautiful Black Lab I have had for almost 17 years. My baby will have his birthday April 6th. "Well loved, Well lived". If you love your pets well they will live well. I have also had birds, and I have cared for cats too!
Renee can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Hailey and I am a senior in highschool about to graduate in May. I am looking forward to attending Grand Valley State University in the fall and I will be pursuing a degree in pediatrics! I love animals and I have one dog myself!
Hailey can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Mckaylya-hope P.
Allegan, MI
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello my name is Mckaylya, I have 2 dogs of my own and have always loved animals! Would love to get the chance to meet and hang out with some of yours :-)
Mckaylya-hope can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Plainwell, MI
Susan A.
5.0
Our dog, Winnie, loves going to Susan's when we head out of town. She is excellent with her animals and loves Winnie like her own. We like that Susan is dependable, flexible and caring. Her fenced backyard is also a nice plus for the dogs too. Thank you Susan, you rock!!!
- Maureen K.
Kristen O.
5.0
Kristen is great with dogs! I’ve personally known multiple dogs that she has owned and taken great care of. Dogs have tons of fun around her and I never worry about them when she is watching them for me!
- Care member
Jacob B.
5.0
Jacob was very responsible, great with our dog and a good communicator. He did overnight dog sitting for us and we would use him again.
- Sarah R.
Jacqueline S.
5.0
I hired Jacqueline to care for my cat while I was in vacation. I also asked her to do some house cleaning when she came for the cat.
Jacqueline came out a few days before I left for vacation so I could go over everything. She listened and asked questions as needed. She didn't take any notes. She...
- Tom B.
Elizabeth W.
5.0
She was great! She came to meet us the week before and the animals loved her! She did a great job!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Plainwell, MI
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Plainwell, MI?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.00 per hour as of January 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 Plainwell, MI?
There are 7 pet care providers in Plainwell, MI 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 Plainwell 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 Plainwell, MI?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Plainwell, MI 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 Plainwell, MI 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 Plainwell, MI?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Plainwell, MI 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 Plainwell, MI 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 Plainwell, MI?
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 Plainwell, MI, 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 Plainwell, MI?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Plainwell, MI, 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.