Find Trusted Pet Sitters in Durham, NC
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Find pet sitters in Durham, NC that you’ll love
72 pet sitters are listed in Durham, NC
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in Durham, NC
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd love to hear about what you're looking for. I am a young marketing professional/animal loving professional looking to make additional income doing something I love to do - caring for animals. I have my own reliable transportation.
I will be sure to send photos of your fur babies while spending time with them. I have the...
5.0
"I have known Emily for eight years. She is a bright, creative thinker who takes initiative when appropriate. She has the soft skills needed for any position and presents a professional image. She has a great personality and can "fit" into any situation. Emily...
Debra R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an avid dog lover with 6 years of experience caring for many different dogs. I am comfortable with dog sitting all types of dogs, from small to large, and young to old.
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Stephanie was great watching my dog! Provided piece of mind for me as we work on crate training. She even went the extra mile and came a day early to meet my dog beforehand!"
Kevin S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chinwendu (chee-way-indu). I am a dedicaed and responsible caretaker looking for pet sitting opportunities!
Cats are my first love. I have 3 years of experience fostering kittens, as well as 4 years experience pet sitting for cats. I have administered oral meds as well as subcutaneous fluids. I have experience...
Chinwendu can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Chinwendu really helped us out a lot. I needed a pet sitter for my medically needy cat and Chinwendu rose to the occasion. she was willing to learn and was able to meet our needs. I would even say she has the magic touch because I've never seen my cat soo calm and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am and organized and honest pet sitter. I keep open communication while with your animals and follow instructions as provided. I love meeting new animals and getting to hang out with them. I have been a pet owner from birth and have had dogs, cats, and birds over the years.
Haley can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Haley was incredible with our two dogs over the weekend. We were nervous to leave them alone and had never used care.com before, but she was dependable and a great communicator. Would definitely recommend her to others!"
Melissa H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet and house sitting for those in need. I make it my aim to provide the best care that I can!
Evonna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Evonna was fantastic and really helped me out in a pinch. She was extremely communicative and took excellent care of my two dogs. I absolutely intend to work with Evonna in the future and have already made plans to do so"
Charles C.
Breanna B.
Durham, NC
$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! im Bre and ive handled dogs and cats all my life. I currently don't own any animals, but ive owned three dogs before now, I pet sit in your own home and will do light walks! look forword to meeting your fuzzy friends!
Breanna can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Great sitter! My daughter loves her!"
Thomas L.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm Alita, a dedicated pet sitter with over 10 years of experience caring for dogs, cats, and small mammals. I provide reliable and compassionate care, ensuring your pets are happy and safe while you're away. From daily walks and in-home visits to overnight stays and special needs care, I've got your pet's needs...
Alita can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming
Cynthia A.
Durham, NC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Registered Veterinary Technician for 10 Years Available for Pet Sitting Services in Durham, NC
I am a Retired Veterinary Technician. I have been pet-sitting for about 25 years. I have dogs and cats of my own and have loved animals all my life. I grew up with dogs, cats, and horses.
references upon request.
Cynthia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have several years of animal care experience both from pet sitting to taking care of my own animals. Growing up I had several cats and a have pet sat for a few, and now I have two 3-year-old Pomeranians (had since 3 weeks old), though I have experience with big dogs as well. I'm good at following Instructions and am a quick...
Annika can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I sit dogs at my house occasionally. I charge only $15. 00 a day. I have taken care of dogs, cats, fish, hamsters and horses.
I own a 10-year-old German Shepherd.
Teresa can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
I'm available for pet sitting and walking, including pet-safe basic cleaning in feeding, hangout, and waste areas. I've always loved and respected animals, and believe they have unique personalities, feelings and needs, expressed in their own special ways. It's delightful to become friends with them, tend their needs and...
Patricia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Naziah H.
Durham, NC
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
For the past two years, I've gained extensive experience in dog sitting, successfully managing up to four dogs at once. This role has honed my skills in animal care, multitasking, and ensuring the well-being of pets in a home environment. My commitment to providing attentive and loving care has made me a trusted and reliable dog...
Naziah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Karolyn,
I'm an undergraduate at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. While attending school I have kept part-time positions including babysitting, Whole Foods Market, and pet sitting. I have experienced taking care of my friend's dogs while they are away on vacation. I also have two pets of my own. I know how to...
Karolyn can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hi! I have always had pets or been around pets growing up. You name it I had it:
rabbits, guinea pigs, dogs, cats. No reptiles or exotic animals, yet! My experience comes from owning animals myself, and pet sitting the neighborhood pets whenever it was needed. I love animals no matter the size or type!
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Emily B.
Durham, NC
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am young professional working as a medical assistant in Savannah. I have a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies and am starting my Bachelor's Science of Nursing Fall 2022.
I have grown up with and around cats and dogs and am very comfortable around all sizes of animals.
When I first moved to Savannah I...
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I'm Kalysta!
I have tons of experience with pets of all sorts. Personally, I have had dogs, cats, chickens, iguanas, fish & hermit crabs, birds, rabbits, and sugar-gliders/flying squirrels!
I currently have one dog, Winnie (she's medium-sized, about 64lbs).
I am happy to provide pet-sitting services for pretty much any...
Kalysta can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Chrissy L.
Durham, NC
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have cared for pets intermittently for about 5 years. I used to cat sit for 4 cats for about 8 months on/off depending on their vacations. My best friend has a dog, recently my friend broke her leg so I have been taking care of Nova for 8 weeks and I love every minute of it! Before this I lived with 1 cat and 1 dog for 2 years...
Chrissy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
My dog Gracie, is my best friend and she enjoys lots of attention, good meals and exercise. Although she is 18 years old she is still somewhat spunky. All of my friends also have pets and I often pet sit for them.
Marsha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Update: Current work commitments prevent me from helping during normal business hours. If you still are in need of early morning, evening, or weekend assistance please contact and I will see if I can help. Thank you!
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I have a range of experience looking after dogs and cats. Specifically, I have 14 years of experience caring...
Chelsea can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Augusten, and I'm a recent high-school graduate, born and raised in Durham, and in August I'll be moving to Indiana to attend Earlham College. I've been raising and caring for dogs and cats alike my whole life and at one point had eight cats and four dogs, and I've done babysitting for family members and...
Augusten can also help with: Pet sitting
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Durham, NC
Emily L.
5.0
Emily is my current pet care giver and I can say without reservation that she has done OUTSTANDING work taking care of my 3 year old Bernese Mountain dog. On more than one occasion she went well above and beyond the call in the care of my dog. The brightest example was her first day. My dog ran away...
- John T.
Stephanie M.
5.0
Stephanie was great watching my dog! Provided piece of mind for me as we work on crate training. She even went the extra mile and came a day early to meet my dog beforehand!
- Kevin S.
Chinwendu A.
5.0
Chinwendu really helped us out a lot. I needed a pet sitter for my medically needy cat and Chinwendu rose to the occasion. she was willing to learn and was able to meet our needs. I would even say she has the magic touch because I've never seen my cat soo calm and cooperative while getting his shots...
- Care member
Haley P.
5.0
Haley was incredible with our two dogs over the weekend. We were nervous to leave them alone and had never used care.com before, but she was dependable and a great communicator. Would definitely recommend her to others!
- Melissa H.
Evonna H.
5.0
Evonna is an incredibly responsible person. She took great care of my pets while I was away and went above and beyond. I absolutely recommend her and will rehire her in the future.
- Robert M.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Durham, NC
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Durham, NC?
Hiring a pet sitter in Durham, NC will cost an average of $13.93 per hour as of February, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Durham that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in Durham, NC can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Durham. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 72 pet sitters in Durham, NC, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
Ratings for Durham, NC pet sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Sitters in Durham, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 72 listed pet sitters.