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102 pet care are listed in Portland, ME

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years

Pet care in Portland, ME

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Christina E.


Portland, ME

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Pet lover ready to work with the animals

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love pets growing up I always had pets to take care of. I love walking and exercising and pet sitting.
Christina can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Christina has a natural and genuine love of both animals and children alike and devotes herself to them. Whomever is fortunate to employ her will not regret it. She is very honest and trustworthy. We had her come to our home to care for our pets when we were...

Elizabeth B.

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Jada W.


Portland, ME

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Pet Care Available

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Animals really hold a special place in my heart. I have pet sat for families that I have worked for - this included staying at the home, providing care for sick animals, and caring for elderly animals. I have cared for dogs and cats which typically included feeding, walking, and lots of playing. I have also cared for...
Jada can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Highly recommend Jada for your pet sitting/house sitting job. She stayed with our cat for a week while we were away, sent pictures daily, gave lots of love and attention to our cat and took great care of our home too! She kept in touch and was available if we had...

Sindee G.

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Alexis G.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Surrounded by animals all my life, it would be an understatement to say I love critters of any size shape and form! I have years of experience with pet sitting, including cats, dogs, small rodents, reptiles, chickens, rabbits, and many more. I have cared for elderly animals who require special attention and/or medication, as...
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Amy A.

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Delaney P.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Fur Baby Caretaker Available To Give All Of The Love

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Delaney and I have a very large experience with pet-care. I have had animals in the house growing up as long as I can remember- we had multiple dogs, ferrets, fish, birds. Needless to say we had a busy household. I'm comfortable with all breeds of animals, and know techniques to train and encourage positive...
Delaney can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
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Kendra S.


Portland, ME

$18-30/hr

Nursing Student Looking For Some Furry Friends To Distract Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Kendra, I'm currently in an accelerated nursing program and looking for some side gigs. Growing up, I had a cat who lived for 18 years! Then, I also grew up with a very energetic yellow lab. Looking to help out when I can with bring your pets out for walks or even if you need someone to stop over to feed the cats. Message...
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Lauren C.


Portland, ME

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Dog Sitter/Walker

Hi, my name is Lauren C., and I am a senior at UConn. I have had my own dogs for the last 20 years. I've owned 3 German Shepherds and trained them, along with a Puggle. I absolutely love animals, especially dogs! I have volunteered with animal shelters in the past, so I know how to take care of all animal types! I would love to...
Lauren can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking & more
Had pets all of my childhood and now. I have a rescue kitty named Ali she is 5 yrs old and is very close to me. She sleeps on me every night. Had a family of three Chihuahuas.
Stephanie can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Cassandra M.


Portland, ME

$8-13/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time, Flexible, And Last-minute Pet Sitting Services Available

I have lots of experience in dog sitting for friends, family, and paid clients. I am pretty flexible so I would be a great last-minute person to call for pet-sitting services! I love to go for long walks and I am happy to give baths, etc. I don't have any formal training but I'd be happy to meet in-person for an interview or...
Cassandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
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Brooke C.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

I provide pet sitting and walking in your own home! I can do some over nights if needed, otherwise have a pretty open schedule.
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Susanna J.


Portland, ME

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Care

I have experience caring for dogs, cats, chickens, fish! Love spending time with animals and going on long walks.
Susanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Madeleine W.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Whether you need someone trustworthy and reliable to watch your pets while you are a way or someone to help out with private walks and outings, I am happy to help! I offer over 10 years of paid experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, fish, and horses. I also have a dog of my own! I will give your pets plenty of love...
Madeleine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Kelsey M.


Portland, ME

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Care-Giver

I have lived on a farm my entire life so I have had experience caring for a large variety of animals. I can feed, walk, clean, and keep company many different kinds of animals.
Kelsey can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Meredith G.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Pet sitter

I have a lot of experience babysitting with children between the ages of 2 and 10. Also, growing up with 8 horses and cats and dogs, I am very comfortable watching pets. I truly enjoy both tasks and would love to help out!
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Bridget M.


Portland, ME

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Loving Pet Caregiver

Ever since I could remember I've been extremely interested in caring toward animals. Having many different pet species growing up from dogs, cats, to reptiles, hamsters, birds, I've helped to care for all! Come to think of it, I've had dogs with me my whole life :) I currently have two small dogs. Addition to my ownership...
Bridget can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding & more
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Justin H.


Portland, ME

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Avaiable For Pet Sitting, Walking, And Other Care

Full-time employee at a local University and grad school student studying Social Work. Living in Portland with access to my own transportation. Years of experience as full-time dog walker and pet sitter ). Originally from NH on a small farm with goats, ducks, geese, dogs, cats, frogs, and turtles. I love animals of all kinds!...
Justin can also help with: Pet sitting
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Joce L.


Portland, ME

$13-50/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Sitter!

Hi! My name is Jocelyn, and I'm a psychology student at Roger Williams University. I am a cat owner, and I would love to take care of your pets! Feel free to reach out to me.
Joce can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I grew up on a farm around cows, cats and dogs my whole childhood. I have a dog who is super sweet and well trained, she is a golden collie mix. I understand the sensitivity of animals and the way they need to warm up to you and trust you. It is my favorite thing to earn an animals trust and care for them!
Lucinda Callie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Holly S.


Portland, ME

$25-45/hr6 yrs exp

Dog Walker Abs Pet Care Enthusiast!

Skilled and dependable local who would love to care for your pets! I offer drop in services that include dog walking, and overnight care in your home. Please contact me for specific rates and details! I carry a pet care insurance plan!
Holly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Bonded and insured

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Elizabeth K.


Portland, ME

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love And Care To Spare For Your Pet!

10+ years of pet care experience atop a lifetime of animal love. Experience with dogs of all sizes, reactive dogs, elderly dogs, and both pill + injection medication administration. Happy to help with whatever pet needs you may have!
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Allison M.


Portland, ME

$17-20/hr

Positive Pet Care

I have loved and lived with dogs most of my life and have some experience with cats. I have experience with active breeds and reactive dogs. I have some experience with cats, small pets, and farm animals.
Allison can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Portland, ME

Christina E.

5.0

Her love of children and animals is amazing. I wouldn't leave my fur baby with anyone else. I can leave and not worry all the time I`m gone. I highly recommend Christina!

- Sharon R.

Jada W.

5.0

Jada is kind and thoughtful and has been a wonderful pet sitter for our older cat. She has a lovely calm presence and is a good communicator as well. I highly recommend her; we're happy to have her support!

- Allison P.

Alexis G.

5.0

Alexis watched my two semi high maintenance dogs and did a great job communicating with their helicopter dog mom aka me. My dogs loved her immediately. She did a great job updating me along the way. I'd definitely hire her again!

- Amy A.

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Ratings for Portland, ME pet care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Pet Care in Portland, ME are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 102 listed pet care.