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227 pet care are listed in Tacoma, WA

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

The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years

Pet care in Tacoma, WA

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Lila P.


Tacoma, WA

$13-18/hr

Your Pet's Best Friend

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I loooooove animals. I have spent lots of time learning the best way to care for pets. I have experience with dogs, cats, and guinea pigs, but have done a fair amount of research on birds, lizards, snakes, and fish. I am gentle with animals and always make sure to read their body language for how they're reacting to me. I am...
Lila can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Lila was communicative, prompt and friendly. My dog enjoyed going on his daily walk with her and always came back tired and happy. I highly recommend Lila. "

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Grace E.


Tacoma, WA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

University Veterinary Student Interested In Pet Sitting And Dog Walking

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a second year veterinary student at University looking to make some extra income on top of my part-time summer job at the transfusion services. I am experienced at dog walking, pet sitting (animals of all kind), and administering medications/fluids/injections etc. My medical experience lends to my ability to care...
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Grace used to work as a pet sitter and occasional babysitter for me before she moved to Pullman for Veterinary School at WSU. I have two energetic labs that she used to house sit when my family was out of town and always kept in communication with me and did a...

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Jocelyn J.


Tacoma, WA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly, Reliable Animal Lover

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Available for: Boarding Drop In Visits Walks Weekends Holidays Hey there! I'm a working professional (working from home) who is seeing some additional, flexible income. I love all animals (except your tarantula, I'm sorry). I have a dog (4-year-old Female German Shepard Mix) and a very dog savvy cat. I have a small...
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Jocelyn was fabulous with our two dogs!! She not only helped with transportation with our animals being picked up and dropped off but handled all of there needs including walks, and daily medication for our handicapped dog. We got daily updates with pictures...

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Carrie M.


Tacoma, WA

$13-15/hr2 yrs exp

Animal Sitter Available Evenings & Weekends

Hello! My name is Carrie and I am an animal lover through and through. I'm looking to pick up a few extra little jobs here and there to help pay for my upcoming wedding :) I have 1 dog (Black Lab/Blue Heeler mix) and two kitties. I grew up with animals. We had several different breeds ranging from Black Lab to Husky to Golden...
Carrie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Carrie is a very caring person who always makes herself available. Carrie is focused and is very attentive to details."

Stephanie A.

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Roxann M.


Tacoma, WA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Animal Lover/Nanny Looking for Part-time Temporary Positions

I have professional and personal experience in working with animals. I worked at a pet supply store and gained an ample amount of knowledge about dog and cat health. I also have 2 dogs and 4 cats of my own that I care for.
Roxann can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Sierra D.


Tacoma, WA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had all sorts of pets throughout my life. I've also worked at a kennel and boarded pets. Dogs, cats, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, PIGS, birds, turtles +++
Sierra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am actually a physical therapist that has been furloughed due to Covid so just doing some odd jobs such as dog walking and respite care right now. :). I've had dogs my whole life and currently have a 3-year-old Goldendoodle named Gigi. Looking for jobs close to home around UP. Thanks!
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking
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Abigayle C.


Tacoma, WA

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Fun! Reliable! Informed!

Hello! My name is Abigayle, Abby, and I have worked with animals all of my life! When you are a military brat, you tend to do plenty of volunteering and dog sitting! I have volunteered at the local humane societies for 5 years and in my off time typically am house sitting for friends and family! I am comfortable with every type...
Abigayle can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, grooming
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Alicia M.


Tacoma, WA

$18-20/hr

I Love Dogs!

I love dogs and they usually love me right back. I was a pet sitter for about 6 months for a neighbor until she got her dog door installed. My husband and I have fostered family members' dogs when they needed someone to take the dogs in for short- or long-term care. We currently have two family dogs of our own and are...
Alicia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Casey F.


Tacoma, WA

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in a house full of pets and people. At one point, had 5 people, 3 dogs, 3 cats, 2 rabbits, 2 turtles, 1 snake and who knows how many fish. I also had a bird and hermit crabs at some point. It was crazy and beautiful. Now, I live in a 750 sqft apartment, so I only have one old sleepy cat. Money's tight, so I thought I'd...
Casey can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I contacted Casey last minute after being stood up by another sitter. From our very first contact she was responsive and accommodating. We were traveling out of town for more than a week, and it was the first time leaving our dogs with a sitter, but I felt...

Rachel K.

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Darcie S.


Tacoma, WA

$15-25/hr

Woman's Best Friend Too

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

What is more rewarding than love from an animal. I currently have one dog. A goofy min pin mix, very energetic and silly. I have four cats as well. How could life be better than spending time with unconditional lovers. Animals are just so special. We create such wonderful friends and bonds with our animals. And to some they...
Darcie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Darcie was great with our fur babies!! She met them and was comfortable with them right away. She followed all of my instructions about where they all eat and sleep. She kept me updated with texts and pictures, really made me feel as ease with leaving them...

Julie G.

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Cheryl H.


Tacoma, WA

$13-20/hr

I'm Here For Your Furry Baby/ Babies

I'm a 69-year-old woman. I have owned dogs my entire life. All growing up. There's never been a time I've been without. I currently own 2 pugs. I've owned small to medium dogs but have been around big dogs as well. My sister owns two blood hounds. I'm not fancy, I don't have a degree or training experience. What I do have is...
Cheryl can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Great job with Charlie. Showed up on time and gave him lots of love. "

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Jordan C.


Tacoma, WA

$40/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Do you need a responsible and caring person to look after your pets? You're in the right place! My name is Jordan and I am a experienced pet sitter/walker. I understand the importance of being trust worthy and reliable when it comes to your fur babies. I have worked with many kinds of animals of all shapes, sizes and breeds,...
Jordan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Jordan was amazing in taking care of my cats! We were out of town for 5 days and she stopped into our apartment to check up on and give our kitties the attention they needed. She was understanding that one of our cats needs extra attention in terms of a prescribed...

Hannah A.

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Amy B.


Tacoma, WA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Dog, Happy Home

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Along with child care inevitably comes pet care, and therefore, I am vastly experienced with both. I am loving and nuturing, as well as fun and entertaining. Walking, feeding, playing, loving, and groomer transporter.
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Savannah C.


Tacoma, WA

$15-16/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide dog sitting in your own home, and dog walking. I can give baths and light grooming such as brushing hair/fur or teeth.
Savannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking
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Savannah M.


Tacoma, WA

$16-30/hr3 yrs exp

Animal Lover Interested In Pet Sitting.

Hi! My name is Savannah and I love animals! I feel comfortable and confident in being able to provide your pet quality care. I have two cats and dog of my own and would love to get to know yours too!
Savannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Maya R.


Tacoma, WA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Loving , Affordable Pet / Farm Animals Sitter Available

Hello ! My name is Maya . I have helped friends , family , and people in our community with their pets while they were away for many years. I have cared for and owned dogs, cats, ferrets , bunnies, fish , frogs , lizards, snakes, Guinea pigs , horses , goats, ducks , geese, chickens pigs, and more ( I always forget a few ! ) I...
Maya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Heran B.


Tacoma, WA

$30/hr1 yrs exp

Where Pets Are Treated Like Family.

Hey! My name is Hera, I'm a college student I love animals and I'm really comfortable with any kind of personality. I'm CPR, BLS certified and I have my CNA. I also have my food handlers card, I I went to Baking School I and don't mind helping out with anything you or your smaller other half needs! I'd describe my personality...
Heran can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Molly F.


Tacoma, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/One-Time Pet Sitter

I have three dogs and one cat of my own. Willing to pet sit in your home and dog walk. Available for overnight care.
Molly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Leticia N.


Tacoma, WA

$13-18/hr

Loving And Caring Pet Owner

Hello! I have two dogs in my own home that I absolutely love and adore. My schedule is fairly flexible and I am looking to care mostly for dogs. I unfortunately cannot board them in my home but I have reliable transportation to come to yours to care for them!
Leticia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Tacoma, WA

Lila P.

5.0

Lila was communicative, prompt and friendly. My dog enjoyed going on his daily walk with her and always came back tired and happy. I highly recommend Lila.

- Care member

Grace E.

5.0

Grace used to work as a pet sitter and occasional babysitter for me before she moved to Pullman for Veterinary School at WSU. I have two energetic labs that she used to house sit when my family was out of town and always kept in communication with me and did a great job. She is very responsible and...

- Care member

Jocelyn J.

5.0

I cannot say enough great things about Jocelyn! She always takes such wonderful care of my pets, and is extremely personable and accommodating. I can tell that she truly cares about my dog and the experience they have in her home. My dog always looks forward to playing with Jocelyn’s dog, and always...

- Care member

Carrie M.

5.0

Carrie is a very caring person who always makes herself available. Carrie is focused and is very attentive to details.

- Stephanie A.

Casey F.

5.0

I contacted Casey last minute after being stood up by another sitter. From our very first contact she was responsive and accommodating. We were traveling out of town for more than a week, and it was the first time leaving our dogs with a sitter, but I felt immediately comfortable after meeting...

- Rachel K.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Pet Care in Tacoma, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 227 listed pet care.