Find pet care in South Portland, ME that you’ll love

60 pet care are listed in South Portland, ME

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby pet care is 5 years

Pet care in South Portland, ME

I'm looking for a family in need of a part time nanny. I have a 2-month-old baby. Up to this point, I have been an RN working 12 hour shifts but would like more time with my newborn. I'm looking for a family that needs occasional/part time help with their child that would be open to me bringing my baby. Ideally, I'm looking for...
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi! I'm Emily! I'm in the area if you need someone to walk your furry family members Weds-Friday afternoons! I've lived and taken care of animals all of my life. I look forward to getting some steps in with your furry companions!
Emily can also help with: Pet walking

Catie C.


South Portland, ME

$13-21/hr6 yrs exp

Love To Run And Play With Dogs!

I worked summers on weddings and am looking for a winter job. I am the go to person for all my family and friends to watch their sweet pups. I have a doodle and our favorite thing is find trails and fields to run and play. I would love to meet you and your pup. I am reliable as will furnish references.
Catie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

Ashley A.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Pet Care Provider

I have worked also as a Pet Care Provider for many years now. I have worked in Alaska with some of the top breeders in the country taking care of their animals while they were away. I have cared for 6 full grown Burnese Mountain Dogs as well as training a litter of puppies all at one time. I've worked with Cats as well as Dogs...
Ashley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting

Nancy P.


Scarborough, ME

$10-14/hr2 yrs exp

Scarborough Pet Sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi from Nancy, Pet sitting because of course they need an animal lover while you are away. The more pets you have the better! Overnight, or weekly. Walks, grooming, bathing, games and mostly affection. Will transport pets to veterinarian or grooming appointments, give meds or shots and provide needed medical care as I'm a...
Nancy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Excellent care giver to my dogs and soul!"

Care member

Lyda P.


Gorham, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Owner And Instructor On My Horse Farm In Gorham.

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 transportation, dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking
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...

Kelly H.

Charlotte H.


Scarborough, ME

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In addition to child care, I'm interested in and have experience with watching pets. In the past, I have watched dogs and cats, which I'm most comfortable with. I own two dogs so I'm used to attending to more than one animal. In addition, I have and am willing to do overnights, if you know your pet doesn't do well when you're...
Charlotte can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, grooming, pet sitting & more
Skills:

Bonded and insured

Lisa F.


Scarborough, ME

$15-20/hr

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always had pets in our home, dogs and cats. I have a flexible schedule that I'm looking to do some part-time pet care in your home.

Karen H.


Gorham, ME

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Dog And Cat Lover. Available For Walking, Pet Sitting Feeding.

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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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...

Carly W.

Macy C.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$15-16/hr4 yrs exp

I am a HUGE animal lover. We have always had a family pet/pets which I have bonded with since the start. I also have dog-sat a majority of my life for several families. I don't mind watching cats as well, since I used to have one of my own.
Macy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Macy has been a delight to work with and easy to communicate with. I highly recommend working with Macy."

Care member

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I live with my parents in their new, large, 4 bedroom house. It is safe and clean for cats. I have two friendly cats, one that is a year old and one that is 10 and they love playing with new friends. My younger siblings (high school and college) are doing remote learning at school and love playing with animals while they work...
Bailey can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Hi my name is Katie! I have had many years experience pet sitting for large and small dogs and cats! I am able to give the animal healthy play and ensure they are taken care of!
Hello! I'm Lisa, a mom to two grown sons and a grandmother to two beautiful and smart girls. Now that my children are grown I have my fur baby, Bruin. Bruin is a fun playful and lovable kitty. In addition I have worked in childcare for 15+ years. I'd describe my personality as kind, loving, and honest. I like working with kids...
Lisa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking

Alissa L.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter/Petsitter

Hi! My name is Alissa, I am senior in college and my major is Dental Hygiene. I currently work at a pediatric dental office. I have had multiple pets my whole life including rabbits, fish, dogs, cats, hamsters, turtles, and guinea pigs. I currently have two large family dogs and I also pet sit quite often during the summer. I am...
I have been dog sitting for two years. I have always had dogs and love playing with and walking with pups!
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

Jensyn G.


Gorham, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

A Walk A Day Will Keep The Vet Away!

I have 10+ years of experience with walking, feeding, bathing, sitting, dogs. I can also help with basic dog training!
Jensyn can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking

Kristine S.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Senior Companion, Babysitter, And Pet Sitter!

Hi there! I'm thrilled to offer my services as a senior companion, pet sitter, & babysitter. With over 2 years of experience in the senior living and healthcare industry, I am deeply passionate about making the lives of seniors more enjoyable & fulfilling. Whether it's administering medication, providing transportation to...
Kristine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I also take care of other pets to include cats and small critters. I have always loved dogs in particular. I have two dogs, a mini-schnauzer and a rescue lab/hound mix. I am a sophomore in college and grew up in Cape Elizabeth where I often worked as a babysitter and also as a pet sitter....
Clara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding

Jessica B.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Pet Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I've had lots of experience with all temperaments and types of dogs. I was a dog adoption coordinator and foster coordinator for over three years and worked and placed many dogs into new homes. I've also been a dog parent to at one time five of my own dogs! Available for pet sitting and walks. thank you!
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I am a home health aid for elderly people. I have taken care of my own pets and have helped all of my clients with their dog and cat needs as well.
Sophie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

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

Nancy P.

5.0

Nancy warmed up to our three dogs ages 14, 4, and 8 months right away. Her positive energy, her patience and ease with animals, and her excellent communications made our vacation easy and stress-free. She cared for our dogs and our home as if it were her own. We are very grateful to have found her!

- Molly O.

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.

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.

Macy C.

5.0

Macy has been a delight to work with and easy to communicate with. I highly recommend working with Macy.

- Care member

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