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I have dogs. I have had horses cats, goats, rabbits, you name it, I have had it. I have a great love for animals, lots of experience and compassion to give. I am seeking a p/t position working with animals, live in South County. My name is Allie and I hope to hear from you soon!
Alice can also help with: Pet sitting
I have a lot of animal experience including both pets and exotic animals. I have a border collie mix of my own so I know how much your furry family member means to you. I have many heard of experience working in dog kennels and I currently work at the Canine Fitness Center. I also have experience through internships at many...
Erin can also help with: Dog training, pet walking
Denise J.
Shady Side, MD
$15-20/hr
I would love to stop by, feed, let out to go potty and play with your fur baby. I have two very spoiled of my own.
Denise can also help with: Pet walking
Last sprint I watched a very large dog for a couple of months and it was a wonderful experience. I walked, fed, played with him and did some housekeeping as well.
Catarina can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, boarding & more
5.0
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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 sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
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I would give good care for your animals. I have been respondsible for many different exotic breeds. I owend two black labs, f1-cat, sugar glider and birds. Currently living on a horse farm. Moved to Maryland from Miami with free time on my hands. If ur still looking for someone to help contact me. Thanks.
Cheryl can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I feel lucky to have connected with Vanessa. She is super reliable, communicative, trustworthy, great with animals and responsible. I trust her with my dog and my home and I've felt comfortable with Vanessa since our first conversation. Highly recommend!!"
Courtney S.
Angela G.
Dunkirk, MD
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mother of an 13-year-old, looking for part time work with my daughter. We both love animals from fish to elephants. We have a yellow Labrador, (Fred) two cats, (Max and Ivy) and a fish, (Benji). All of my life I have had pets and can't imagine not having them in my life. We love all ages, shapes, and sizes of...
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Angela was extremely professional. She provided both pet care and overnight house sitting. A must hire!"
Sandra M.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Amberlyn! I am a 32-year-old Paramedic with a pretty flexible schedule. I am looking for part-time work on my days off doing something I enjoy. What better than spending the day with fur babies?!? I absolutely love dogs and have one of my own. He is a 13-year-old rescued pit mix and we are constantly going on...
Amberlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I hired Amberlyn to dog sit for me while on vacation and she was fantastic! I really enjoyed her daily photo updates. It made me feel at ease knowing she was taking such good care of my pup. Highly recommend!"
Stephanie S.
Wendy F.
Friendship, MD
$22-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Wendy. I am a lifelong animal lover & retired animal trainer & behavioralist. I have had the tremendous fortune of having learned from, what is in my opinion, one of the most reputable Nation Wide Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Services available today. From that affiliation I bring with me a wealth of knowledge...
Wendy can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, grooming, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Wendy was great with my dogs, caring and professional!"
Linda M.
Hello! I have been taking care of dogs for as long as I can remember and also have a mini goldendoodle of my own. I am comfortable around all breeds. I'm looking for occasional / overnight pet sitting jobs, preferably in your home but would consider having them in mine as well.
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My name is Gianna N, I'm currently home from school on break, which may turn into more of a longer term break. As of right now, I am looking for another part time job, but other than that my availability is very open and I'm willing to be flexible with you in helping care for your pets!!
In January 2021, I started working...
Gianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Bethany S.
Davidsonville, MD
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I absolutely love pets and enjoy spending quality time with them, making sure they feel happy and well-cared for. With years of experience caring for dogs of all breeds and sizes,
Bethany can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. playing with them brushing them feeding and treat's , I enjoy taken them to a park to walk or a dogie park.
Donna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have one dog and two cats. My favorite thing to do with my pup is to take her on runs and nature trails. I am a kind and fun loving, active and outgoing person who absolutely adores all animals. I have experience with goats, hamsters, geckos, and fish as well. My hours can be discussed as I am very flexible.
Madeline can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
Pamela D.
Annapolis, MD
$20-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Pamela can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have been a pet owner and dog lover/advocate for over 25 years. I am an approved foster for the French Bulldog Rescue Network and have worked with a variety of dogs with health issues. I have also volunteered for Boxer Rescue Network. As a preschool teacher, I have the patience and temperament for all dogs. I am very active...
Deniz can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Elizabeth C.
Edgewater, MD
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced pet sitter committed to your furry friends' happiness & well-being. Providing loving care & attention while you're away.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation
Ileana L.
Edgewater, MD
$15-20/hr
Hi! My name is Ileana. I'm a 2024 University of Maryland graduate. I have a puppy and I'm great with animals.
Ileana can also help with: Pet sitting
Christine I.
Annapolis, MD
$15-20/hr
I have cared for my own as well as others' dogs and cats since childhood. As an adult, my most significant experience with pet care was my 14 years with my cat, from 5 months to 14 and a half years. In that time, I cared for him through two major surgeries and multiple procedures, which included several years of administering...
Christine can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Shady Side, MD
Vanessa Z.
5.0
I feel lucky to have connected with Vanessa. She is super reliable, communicative, trustworthy, great with animals and responsible. I trust her with my dog and my home and I've felt comfortable with Vanessa since our first conversation. Highly recommend!!
- Courtney S.
Angela G.
5.0
Angela was extremely professional. She provided both pet care and overnight house sitting. A must hire!
- Sandra M.
Amberlyn B.
5.0
Amberlyn treats her dogs as if they were her kids. She considers her sisters dogs her brother. Her dog goes everywhere with her. She gets him help immediately when he needs it and doesn't hesitate no matter what the cost. She adopted a dog from a shelter and within a few weeks it was determined that...
- Vonnie W.
Wendy F.
5.0
Wendy was great with my dogs, caring and professional!
- Linda M.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Shady Side, MD
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Shady Side, MD?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $13.00 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Shady Side, MD?
There are 4 pet care providers in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side 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 Shady Side, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, MD?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, MD?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Shady Side, 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.