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Pet care in Shapleigh, ME
Emily H.
Biddeford, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love all animals. Some of my favorites are cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, goats, chickens, ducks, pigs, cows, I could go on!
I always do a job to the best of my abilities. I'll leave your home the same or better than when I arrived.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Emily is very thorough in housekeeping and pet care. I trust her completely in both roles. She's been flexible in schedule as needed as well as adaptable to changing tasks. I highly recommend her."
Nancy S.
Karen H.
Gorham, ME
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Lover. Available For Walking, Pet Sitting Feeding.
4.8
(18)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
Do you need pet care days, weekends, overnights, extended care? Experienced pet sitter and dog walker. I love animals! I own and love 3 cats and 2 dogs. I would love to help you out with your pets. This is not just a summer job for me! I am available year round for dog walking, cat and dog sitting, and pet taxi service. I am...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Karen has been walking our husky since fall 2020. She has been incredibly dependable and trustworthy. She clearly loves animals and takes excellent care of our dog. She is easy to communicate with. It's such a reassurance to know Karen will be checking on our girl...
Stacy D.
5.0
(2)
Hello. My name is Ludmila . I am animal lover, and have more then 20 years of experience to taking care of any kind of animals( dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and more) . I would like to help you with your dear friend.:-) I'm looking forward to hear from you. Sincerely, Ludmila.
Ludmila can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Nicole H.
Hollis Center, ME
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am 37 and have grown up living with cats and dogs my whole life. I would also watch the pets of families I babysat for when they would go off on vacation. I have watched and helped care for: dogs, cats, geckos, horses, birds, bunnies, chickens and ducks. I am one of those people who is just an animal lover! I can...
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Would hire Nicole in the future."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting, horse care, horse training with 25 years of experience. I have managed several horse barns in Maine and now own and operate Farm in Gorham.
Lyda can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Dear Pet Owner,
Lyda P. is an amazing pet sitter. She has taken wonderful care of my 7 year old dog. Every day that I worked in the office, Lyda came to my house and took my dog on long walks in the neighborhood. My dog is 75 pounds and Lyda didn't balk at...
Renee M.
5.0
(1)
I am a nanny to human babies but I love to care for fur babies as well! I can provide dog sitting in your own home and I am also available for walks! I have experience with dogs, cats, birds and even fish. I am looking for a healthier lifestyle and walking dogs seems like we both win. Your dog gets some love and attention and a...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Stephanie stop in and take care of our cat while we were on vacation! Steph was great with communication while we were away and even stopped in one extra time to feed our cat when our flight was delayed coming home. Highly recommended!!"
Kate L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
(CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE FOR NEW CLIENTS)
Hello there, I am a part time Esthetician looking to find families who are in need of a dependable and friendly person to care for their beloved pet(s).
I have experience working with both cats, dogs and even my families 5 Nigerian dwarf goats. I have grown up with these animals and...
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"I would recommend Emma to anyone looking for professional and caring pet sitting services. We were able to enjoy our day out knowing that our dog was in her care. He loved his time with her and slept like a baby that night. "
Chuck W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with caring for pets, mostly cats and dogs, overnight, as well as drop needs. I have on occasion, cared for smaller pets, such as fish, rodents, and small birds. I' m experienced with dogs of all sizes, extra small to extra large. My care includes, feeding, walking, bathing, and transporting animals to such...
Christina can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking & more
5.0
"Christina has taken care of our lab mix over several weekends while we have been out of town. She has both come to our house to feed/walk her and taken her to her home for the weekend. She is responsible and reliable and has helped us out at the last minute. Our...
Kate C.
Cj K.
Biddeford, ME
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have been providing pet care services for 12+ years! I offer a variety of solutions for your Pet Care needs and I would love the opportunity to talk w/you!
Cj can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have known Crystal for 20+ years and one thing is for certain, she has always been an animal lover! Animals are a part of the family and take as much priority when it comes to making sure they are fed, let out, and spent time with as her own children. I can think...
Lauren Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15+ experience as a nanny and care provider. I Can travel to your home mid day to walk/feed/check on your dog/cat. Maybe pet sit while you're away. I love all animals and treat them as my own.
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My family and I own and love our cat . I used to work for a vet hospital years ago and did some pet sitting on the side while working there. I am kind and lovable towards animals. I can feed, water and clean cat litter box for your furry loved ones. I can also let your dogs out when you are away. I listen to what your needs are...
Desarae can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"The best pet sitter in this area. A pleasure to work with. Came home to very happy cats."
Terry W.
Tyanna C.
Biddeford, ME
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Here To Love And Take Care Of Your Animal During The Time You Cannot!
I love animals with my whole heart! I am a very caring and loving person and when it comes to animals (mine or not) I would do anything for them and to satisfy their owner. I am very responsible and will follow any special instructions for each and any animal :)
I'd describe my personality as energetic, loving, caring, and...
Tyanna can also help with: Pet sitting
Bethany P.
Buxton, ME
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Bethany and I love animals! I work with a pet sitting company, and have done pet sitting and walking for a few years now. I've done over nights, one time drop ins, and recurring walks. I'm comfortable and have experience with most breeds. I look forward to hearing from you!
Bethany can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi,
My name is Erin. I am an elementary teacher with lots of experience in animal care. Growing up on a farm with many different pets and livestock has taught me how to work with and train animals with ease.
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation
Allison M.
Biddeford, ME
$15-20/hr
Have cared for own pets for many years, especially cats. I have sat for family friends for their 3 dogs for several years as well! Would love to work with cats and dogs!
Allison can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have plenty of experience with pets of all kinds!! I have been watching other peoples pets for 10 years. Love dog walking and staying healthy.
Laura can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Pet sitter for dogs, cats, and farm animals. About 2 years experience with references. I am also safety and health certified with kids.
Katelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm happy to help out with whatever your pet needs! I am a teacher with the summer off so my schedule is very flexible. I'm happy to go to your house, or bring your pet to my place in Saco. I have a turtle but no furry friends at the moment, so it would be a bonus to snuggle with yours! I would like to be as active as possible...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I've been an animal lover my whole life and truly enjoy being with them and caring for them. Would love to have more dogs, cats, and critters in my day to day! I'm a reliable sitter and know the importance of someone you can trust caring for them. Always to do a meet and greet with your pets to see if it's a match.
have had many animals of my family's own over the years, have dog sat for many family friends and neighbors since I was 15, dog sitting brings me such happiness, love meeting new pets.
Shalyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Shapleigh, ME
Emily H.
5.0
Emily is very thorough in housekeeping and pet care. I trust her completely in both roles. She's been flexible in schedule as needed as well as adaptable to changing tasks. I highly recommend her.
- Nancy S.
Karen H.
5.0
Karen is wonderful. My dog Ruby is a rescue with special needs. Karen is attentive, kind, experienced, and communicative. I had a concern about Ruby the day after we got back and I messaged Karen about it. Karen was extremely detailed in her response and helped me to figure out what was going on...
- Carly W.
Nicole H.
5.0
Would hire Nicole in the future.
- Care member
Lyda P.
5.0
Lyda, has a a well rounded knowledge on animal care, animal handling and animal emergencies. Her love and respect for animals and their care is driven by her passion of building connections and relationships with her own animals. Lyda has a very extensive and knowledgeable equestrian background. Her...
- Kelly H.
Stephanie J.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Stephanie stop in and take care of our cat while we were on vacation! Steph was great with communication while we were away and even stopped in one extra time to feed our cat when our flight was delayed coming home. Highly recommended!!
- Kate L.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Shapleigh, ME
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Shapleigh, ME?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.67 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 Shapleigh, ME?
There are 3 pet care providers in Shapleigh, ME 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 Shapleigh 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 Shapleigh, ME?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Shapleigh, ME 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 Shapleigh, ME 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 Shapleigh, ME?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Shapleigh, ME 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 Shapleigh, ME 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 Shapleigh, ME?
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 Shapleigh, ME, 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 Shapleigh, ME?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Shapleigh, ME, 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.