Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Portage, MI
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Find pet care in Portage, MI that you’ll love
60 pet care are listed in Portage, MI
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Portage, MI
Emily C.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two cats of my own, and my mother and sister each have a dog. I care for them when they are out of town. While working as a Nanny, I have also taken care of pets while the owners were working or out of the country. I have also stayed in home while pet owners go away on vacation.
Cathy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding
Kaylie B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I absolutely love animals! I have a dog myself and she is my whole world. I would love to help any way I can with your pets! I am very trustworthy and would treat them as they are my own :)
Kaylie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have lots of experience caring for cats and plants when neighbors and friends are out of town. My family and I are cat lovers with three kitties of our own. We recently rescued a beagle, so I am becoming much more experienced with dogs. My brother also has a bearded dragon and my sister used to have pet rats, therefore I am...
Georgia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Hello! I recently started a pet care business. I can help you and your fur baby with walking, jogging, pet sitting, pet taxi. Message me and we can chat about what you are looking for!! Look forward to heard from you
Macy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I have had the pleasure of caring for dogs and cats for about 2. 5 years. I'm happy to spend some time with your furry family member, walk, scoop litter boxes, etc.
I'm also a veterinary assistant and can handle a few basic medical issues such as administering subcutaneous fluids and medicine including injections,...
Gail can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Isabel F.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-15/hr
I would love to take care of your pets. I have grown up raising dogs, cats, turtles, bunnies, and even ducks. I love dogs of all sizes.
Isabel can also help with: Pet sitting
Darby K.
Schoolcraft, MI
$11-50/hr
Hello, my name is Darby! I have over 10 years experience of pet sitting. I have the most experience with Dogs. Anything from dog walking, dog sitting, or watching for extended periods of time, I am available! I am very allergic to cats, so I am unable to care for them.
Darby can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I am an animal lover through & through! I have had horses all of my life, as well as dogs, cats & even a pet raccoon.
Gretchen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Madison S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have a dog myself and have experience with pet sitting, walking, and taking care of cats and dogs. If anyone is looking for a pet sitter during a vacation, and or just needs someone to walk there dog I would be more then happy too. :)
Madison can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I have had people watch my pets, and I have watched other peoples pets and know how stressful it is on both ends. I take care of other peoples pets like they are my own! I can follow directions and make sure to get your little loved one plenty of love and playtime!
Jace can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jennifer R.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-20/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 cats and a few fish of my own and I love pets! I've dog sat for neighbors dogs of all kinds from 15-150lbs!
I will make sure your pets get all the care they need (and some extra just for bein so cute)
I'm currently studying at Kalamazoo college and may need to work around my class schedule.
Happy to help take care of any furry, feathered, or scaly friend. I've been taking care of animals throughout my life from work horses to domesticate snakes I've got it covered especially if you make a to-do list for me.
Theo can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Gabrielle R.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi my name is Gabrielle. I have had pets my entire life, dogs and cats. I have also been around many other dogs and cats as well that are not my own. I am very experienced with caring for pets. I feed them, change water, play fetch, cuddle, change cat litter and anything else needed. Thank you so much (:
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Angela S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've done occasional pet sitting for many years! I love animals of all kinds, I'm the girl who always wants to admire and love on all my friends pets.
I'm available for drop in care/walks, or house and pet sitting!
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kenzie P.
Vicksburg, MI
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
With my past experience in caring for dogs and cats, I have found a keen passion for caring for animals! I have 4 furry friends myself and was previously a dog caregiver which required me to get certified and now have knowledge in training, medications, feeding and exercise!
Kenzie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Brianna D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$17-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Brianna and I have been building up my clientele as a dog walker, house sitter, and nanny for the past few years. I have enjoyed establishing relations with families and their furbabies. I have a strong passion for animals and love to be outdoors and exploring nature.
Brianna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Teaghan D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$13-30/hr
Hi! I am a registered nurse currently working in the NICU! I own two large dogs and 5 cats! I have grown up with animals my whole life and have experience with pet medication administration as well!
Teaghan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hillary L.
Kalamazoo, MI
$17-35/hr
Personally, I don't own any pets or had any growing up. But I love dogs and spending time with them. Over the summer, a family trusted me with dogsitting their goldendoodle and housesitting while they were away for a week.
Hillary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I honestly don't have any "formal" training in caring for pets. I have had dogs and cats most of my life and currently I have 4 dwarf hamsters that I love dearly.
I was able to train my dog well enough to gain some awards and I did so in German. I have always had a soft spot for German Shepherds and enjoy working with them. I...
Rebeka can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Portage, MI
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Portage, MI?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $13.14 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 Portage, MI?
There are 37 pet care providers in Portage, 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 Portage 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 Portage, MI?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Portage, 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 Portage, 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 Portage, MI?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Portage, 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 Portage, 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 Portage, 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 Portage, 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 Portage, MI?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Portage, 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.