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60 pet care are listed in Riva, MD
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 7 years
Pet care in Riva, MD
5.0
(1)
I have cared for various pets for several years now, dogs and cats primarily. I am an animal lover, and would love to care for your furry friends!
Kathryn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
I've cared for pets all of my life. I have pets of my own and love animals very much. My neighbors have always trusted me to watch their pets when they would travel, so I have many years of experience.
Kayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lindsey K.
Odenton, MD
$15-50/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have owned dogs all my life. My first dog grew up with me- he came to us when I was 6 years old. I have also been a foster dog mom to a pit mix for a summer and pet sit for neighbors in my teens.
I currently live with a friendly cat.
I am comfortable pet sitting in your home or having a dog in my home temporarily. I can...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Lindsey helped take care of our home and cat while we were away on vacation. She is very dependable. She sent us messages after checking in on our house each day so we didn't have to worry. Would definitely hire again!"
Natalie B.
Kristin S.
Millersville, MD
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am happy to provide pet sitting services for you.. Although I am happy to stop by for visits as many times needed to check on your pet, I unfortunately can not board them at my home. I can provide pet sitting services for a wide variety of pets. I am also happy to provide dog walking services. I have worked at petsmart and...
Kristin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kristin did a wonderful job taking care of our dog while we were away for the weekend! She asked lots of questions during the meet and greet about our dogs likes/dislikes, routine, health, etc to make sure she had everything she would need. She sent lots of...
Allison C.
5.0
(1)
I firmly believe that animals deserve the utmost love, respect, and attention. As a dedicated caregiver, I am committed to ensuring their physical and emotional well-being. Whether it's walking dogs, feeding and grooming pets, or simply providing companionship, I am fully equipped to handle the diverse needs of different...
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kayla was reliable and flexible. She was responsive when I contacted her and my cats were very well taken care of."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a native Annapolitan and live just outside of the historic district. I am an animal lover who provides pet walking, day and overnight visits, and can administer certain types of medication. I have an especially compassionate heart for senior pets and their specialized needs.
I am most available during the hours of...
Terry can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Terry provided a full understanding of her background/experience. She gained a thorough understanding of all the care issues and kept in regular contact as to how things were going. Very professional."
Mark G.
Blair G.
Severna Park, MD
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable And Easy Going! Always Follow Instructions Of Owner!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Blair, 29 years old. ! I have babysat ages from infancy to teenagers, special needs as well. I am very well-rounded and love having fun. as long as it is safe!
Also I have over 10 years of experience both babysitting and dog sitting or training and house cleaning and fixing anything between plumbing, electric, appliance...
Blair can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Blair has watched my granddaughter for a couple of years now. She is dependable, attentive, and instructional but most of all she is fun, interactive and loves the children she cares for as if they are her own. I wish I had a sitter like Blair when my kids were...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a pet of my own that I love to take out on walks and go to the dog park
I will gladly love to walk, play and love your pup when you are to busy!
Jen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Mikayla K.
Annapolis, MD
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Profession Vet Tech Who Wants To Care For Your Fur Babies While You're Away
5.0
(1)
Hi im Mikayla! I have been working with animals professionally for the last 4 years. I have experience working with dogs at the SPCA so I have a wide range of experience with fearful animals and understanding different personalities. I am a vet tech by day and am able to administer a wide variety of medication. I am looking to...
Mikayla can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Mikayla is great with our pups! She's punctual, willing to help with medications/specific needs for your pet and great with communication."
Christine D.
Alicia K.
Gambrills, MD
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I can provide any type of animal sitting. I am currently taking a course to become a certified veterinary assistant. I have experience working with animals in a professional environment as well as mine and other people's homes. I also have professional cleaning experience if you so desire that type of service instead. My...
Alicia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Alicia has a very strong work ethic and is dedicated to making sure a job is done and done the right way. "
Paul R.
Vanessa Z.
Edgewater, MD
$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dogs, Cats And Horses - Walks, Pet Sitting, Grooming And/or Light Training!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a non-smoking animal lover who has one 15-year-old cat and two dogs (five yrs and 4 mos.) who used two also have two horses. I used to walk dogs for an animal shelter and worked on two different horse farms for a total of 6 yrs. I'm available for dog walking on a regular schedule (or as-needed) and/or light training/...
Vanessa can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She is very reliable, punctual, dependable and excellent with animals. Animals are drawn to her innate warmth and kindness. They really respond to her and instinctively trust her right away."
Nanci K.
Valerie V.
Davidsonville, MD
$15-30/hr
Dogs Welcome To Play And Stay Boarding, Daycare Transport And Sitting
I am a former Vet tech. I am excellent dog trainer and an AKC Breeder of Merit. I am trained in Animal Rescue. I love dogs and have an almost 2 acre fenced yard to run and play. I have two yards to separate the big from the littles. Plenty of room and if your dogs are only dogs I can accomodate as two houses two yards.
I am...
Valerie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Jordan K.
Annapolis, MD
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've had experience watching dogs for short and long term vacations. I grew up with various pets such as cats, fish and dogs. Our family also had horses, goats and cows on our property which I have experience caring for.
Jordan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Amya K.
Annapolis, MD
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
hi there! I've been dog sitting for a few years now and absolutely love fur babies. Would love to be able to help out
Amya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as joyful, talkative, hard worker.
I like working with animals because they bring me joy when I'm feeling down. I love to cuddle and play with them that makes me happy.
I'm looking for a job that has open communication. Has respect and detailed information for me to do the job.
I started working...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Have been a vet tech - so animal care is close to my heart. Happy to walk, sit and or be a person to care for any and all pets!!
Melinda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, grooming, boarding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Amber R.
Crownsville, MD
$20-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Amber
I'm a passionate pet lover with 10 years of experience caring for a variety of animals, from playful puppies to curious cats and everything in between. My goal is to provide your furry friends with the love, attention, and care they deserve while you're away.
Amber can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Alejandra B.
Odenton, MD
$13-20/hr
Stay at home mom looking to expand duties. Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese. Still working on perfecting my English
Alejandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
What started out as a favor for a friend back in 2021, has turn into a little side hustle. I didn't grow up with dogs and have two precious cats, this allows me to live the dog life everyone talks about. All I ask is that the dog is friendly and doesn't require me to take it for runs.
I, of course, will come feed and play with...
Madeleine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up I worked with hundreds of rescued between working with the humane society and rescuing larger farm animals. Additionally I have worked at two different dog kennels for the past four years doing bathing, attending, and reception! On top of this, I fostered kittens for over five years throughout high school with my...
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Riva, MD
Lindsey K.
5.0
Lindsey helped take care of our home and cat while we were away on vacation. She is very dependable. She sent us messages after checking in on our house each day so we didn't have to worry. Would definitely hire again!
- Natalie B.
Kristin S.
5.0
We hired Kristen to feed our 3 cats over the Thanksgiving holiday. She did a great job keeping me posted on her schedule, sending pictures of our girls, sharing how much they ate, etc. She cleaned up elimination problems and vomit without complaint and cleaned out the litter boxes She even agreed...
- Joie M.
Kayla C.
5.0
Kayla was reliable and flexible. She was responsive when I contacted her and my cats were very well taken care of.
- Care member
Terry D.
5.0
Terry went above and beyond to care for my special needs adult daughter and my rescue Jack Russell (not sure which one was a bigger handful - but she always left both of them happy!) Highly recommend this caring and trustworthy woman.
- April A.
Blair G.
5.0
Blair is an amazing person & she puts her all into any & every thing she does! She has been a huge asset to my family. She’s watched my pets while on family vacations, she’s done work around my house (& a better job than any man I’ve ever hired), she’s watched my special needs son (he loves her...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Riva, MD
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Riva, MD?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $13.50 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 Riva, MD?
There are 2 pet care providers in Riva, MD 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 Riva 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 Riva, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Riva, MD 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 Riva, MD 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 Riva, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Riva, MD 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 Riva, MD 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 Riva, MD?
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 Riva, MD, 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 Riva, MD?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Riva, MD, 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.