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60 pet sitters are listed in Essex, MD

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 2 years

What others are saying about pet sitters in Essex, MD

She is an amazing- reliable person!

Review for Alison K. by Tanya K.

Aleata loves animals and will treat your pets as if they are her own! I have had Aleata watch my two kitties for multiple vacations now. She…

Review for Aleata G. by Abigail S.

Susan was great as our dog sitter! We have used her several times, and she goes that extra step to give TLC to all 3 of our dogs. Even our…

Review for Susan C. by Kate B.

Pet sitters in Essex, MD

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Alison K.


Essex, MD

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Alison's Dog Walking

5.0

(3)

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I love Animals! I have two dogs Siberian husky and a German shepherd. My sweet pups are my world. I hope one day to have an Animal Rescue Farm is My Dream!! I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, and caring. I like working with animals they bring me great joy. I enjoy their unique personalities. I also enjoy walking...
Alison can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"She is an amazing- reliable person!"

Tanya K.

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Aleata G.


Essex, MD

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Animal Lover!!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am an animal lover who would love to assist any person that loves their pets and is in need of a trustworthy and reliable dog walker, dog sitter, or animal caretaker of any kind Please feel free to message me with any needs you may have!! I would love to help in any way I can!! Thank you in advance! Aleata
Aleata can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Aleata loves animals and will treat your pets as if they are her own! I have had Aleata watch my two kitties for multiple vacations now. She would visit my kitties once a day to feed them dinner, administer medications, and hang out with them for an hour or two to...

Abigail S.

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Katelin R.


Essex, MD

$10-15/hr

Pet Sitter For A Year And Half

I took care of pit bulls (I own a half pit and two cats), snakes, mice, rats, hamsters, and dogs. I am just starting to see this as a carer and I do not take care of spiders or ants.
Katelin can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking
Hi! My name is Krysta and I have been working in the veterinary field for over 2 years now. I grew up with dogs, cats, and fish, but am open to caring for all sorts of pets! I have done pet sitting for over 5 years, mostly for family, and have experience giving daily medications to pets.
Krysta can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Susan C.


Nottingham, MD

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Pet Sitting for Dogs, Cats, Birds, or Fish.

I have been pet sitting for my neighbors for many years when they go on vacation. I love animals and am very reliable. I live in the Nottingham area, so I would like to stay in that area if you need a sitter. I am very loving to the animals and they all take to me. I will not take care of snakes. Thank you.
Susan can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Susan was great as our dog sitter! We have used her several times, and she goes that extra step to give TLC to all 3 of our dogs. Even our little dog who is afraid of everyone. She was snuggled on her lap in no time. Susan sent pictures while we were away as well....

Kate B.

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Maya B.


Baltimore, MD

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Caregiver/Walker

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I can provide in-home pet care, dog walking services, and pet bathing in addition to light grooming. I am currently a pre-veterinary student at Purdue University with 7 years experience caring for my own dog, Duke, and cats. In addition, I have worked at a pet grooming shop for the past 4 years and have worked with many types of...
Maya can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"We hired Maya to watch our cats for the week we were away from home. She was available last minute and she took excellent care of our little guys. She was punctual, an excellent communicator, and I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again or recommend her to others for...

Meryl R.

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Andrea J.


Baltimore, MD

$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Pet/House Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 13 years I have worked for private families throughout San Diego & Los Angeles counties as a Personal Assistant/Nanny/House Manager. I made myself available to each of the families when they planned out of town trips/vacations, and provided around the clock care and supervision for their animals. In addition to pet...
Andrea can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding & more
5.0
"Andrea watched my 2 children (one 6 year old and one 20 months old) for an afternoon while I was visiting the Carlsbad CA area. She was on time, quickly and easily connected with the children and seemed highly dependable so I let them go to the beach and enjoy the...

Ciprian G.

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Ryan Z.


Baltimore, MD

$10/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience

3.9

(7)

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hello to one and all, my name is Ryan and I hope I will be able to assist you and your family in anyway. I have always been house-sitting and taking care of fur babies within there own home for their own safety and happiness. I have an ideology were taking care of pets should be in there own space at homes where they fell safe...
Ryan can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
4.0
"Ryan is a very nice guy, and did a great job walking our dog Chance three times per week. Unfortunately, due to schedule conflicts, we had to make other arrangements so that Chance could be let out and walked at a time that better suited Chance, and our work...

Nannette L.

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Patricia H.


Baltimore, MD

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hard-working And Personable

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With 20+ years of experience caring for animals of all sizes, I bring a unique skill set that goes beyond basic pet sitting. Raised on a farm and later managing a farm, I have experience with everything from raising newborn puppies to handling large and strong-willed animals with confidence. Special Skills: Puppy Care &...
Patricia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"I hired Patricia at the last moment when another sitter backed out. She came by to see what they job entailed and she was very friendly with the pets, was very kind and respectable and I felt very comfortable with her taking care of my pets while I was out of...

Alison N.

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Holly U.


Perry Hall, MD

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Friend To All Animals

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a lover of most all animals. Years of time around and caring for dogs and cats. Have also expanded to giving reptile care. Love going for walks, as well as just hanging out, outside or in weather depending of course. I can do drop in visits as well as overnight stays. I am only available to sit in your home at this time....
Holly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
4.0
"Holly was great to meet and interview, my dogs were so excited to meet her. She is extremely personable, arrived early, and was easy to talk to. I look forward to booking her for my upcoming vacation!"

Robin T.

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Largo W.


Baltimore, MD

$10-15/hr

Occasional Pet Sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a complete pet lover, and have had many over the years, especially fish! My cat is my baby, I've had her for 14 years now and am experienced in taking care of her. I've also had two dogs, a Beagle, and a Black Lab mutt. I used to walk them and play with them all of the time before they had to be put down.
Largo can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Love Largo! She is an absolute gem. Our children love her and she is so incredibly focused and in-tune with young children. She is always available and on-time."

Ali B.

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Maria S.


Baltimore, MD

$15-20/hr

Pet Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Maria. In addition to my college degrees, I also have a certificate as a veterinary assistant. I have worked in clinics as well as taken care of my own pets including fish, cats, dogs, horses, and a hedgehog! :)
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Maria was fantastic! She is conscientious, attentive, caring and also detail-oriented, not to mention smart and funny! We are looking forward to hiring Maria again for both pet-sitting and child care!"

Leigh K.

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Caroline T.


Perry Hall, MD

$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

$18/hr Pet Sitting, Overnight Available

Hi! I love working with animals and have experience pet sitting. I grew up with a dog and understand the responsibilities associated with caring for a pet. I look forward to connecting with you about potential job opportunities :)
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Caroline was amazing with our sweet pup! She is trustworthy, honest, caring and responsible. She does exactly what is asked of her in caring for the pet she is taking care of. She updated us while we were away with pictures, and when we came home our pup was...

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Victoria S.


Baltimore, MD

$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Your Pets Pal :)

Hi! I enjoy caring for children & all pets! I'm a trustworthy, fun, and responsible sitter that will take great care of your loved one! I do have a full-time job, so seeking early evening & weekend care!
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Experienced sitter offering attentive care for dogs. Trusted by many clients for reliable service.
Camila can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
I have 3 fur babies of own, and I adore the love for animals. They just bring joy and light to my life. I have always had dogs my whole life, I think they help make life better and bring a smile to my face. I can walk, dog sit or stay overnight with the dogs. I have years experience with tons of breeds. I want to start fostering...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have grown up around dogs my whole life and actually dog sit fir two of my family friends and I was all in a pit bull rescue for 10+ or so years until they shut down so I am very known with dogs and comfortable
Austin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Fantaysia L.


Baltimore, MD

$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a true animal lover! I have two cats and a leopard gecko. I am a full time nanny who has also taken care of many pets. I've worked with eight families and five of which had pets with many different health conditions. I'm my friends go to pet sitter.
Fantaysia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
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Maliah S.


Baltimore, MD

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

DOG SITTER

Hey!, I'm a dedicated dog sitter with a deep passion for dogs and years of experience caring for furry companions. Each dog I sit receives personalized attention, whether it's engaging in playful activities, administering medication, or simply providing comforting companionship. With my own beloved dog, Zoe, by my side, I...
Maliah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Karen G.


Middle River, MD

$15-20/hr

Just Getting Started

I am just getting started on my dog sitting journey. I am a reliable person. I am also trustworthy to see that your home is respected. Other than feeding and brushing your fur baby, I will give lots of play time and cuddles. Will also get your mail, water your plants, and alert you of any neighborhood or house maintenance issues...
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting

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Ratings for Essex, MD pet sitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Pet Sitters in Essex, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed pet sitters.