Find Trusted Pet Sitters in Portland, OR
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Find pet sitters in Portland, OR that you’ll love
375 pet sitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in Portland, OR
Maria C.
Portland, OR
$16-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm 26 and from Colombia. In my free time I like writing poetry and exploring different parts of Portland.
I had a dog since I was 12, and her presence brought a lot of light to my life. All the lessons that she gave me lead me to understand how happy I am in company of pets, as cats, dogs, gerbils, etc. So getting jobs in...
Maria can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Maria took great care of my dog, Soba, while my partner and I were out of town for a few days. She was communicative leading up to and during my trip, sending updates and photos of my girl. Since Soba has a few medical issues that require daily medication and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for elderly and high needs pets. I'll make sure your pets get a vacation of their own while you are away, so you don't have to worry!
I am a reliable, compassionate, and attentive pet sitter. I'll make sure all of your fur babies' needs are met and always be in communication so there is no need to...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Kaitlyn went above and beyond when she took care of our elderly dog who wears diapers. She was willing to stay in our home to ensure he was safe and happy 24/7. She sent lots of pictures, and we felt confident that he was being well looked after. She even did...
Kali C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a deep love and loads of experience around animals because I grew up on cattle ranches all over Eastern Oregon. I have two dogs of my own and recently was working on a sheep ranch here in the valley. I am currently attending Portland State University studying environmental science, where I hope to learn more about...
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Alexis is a wonderful pet sitter that has taken care of my many animals like they were her own. I highly recommend her for any pet sitting needs."
Heather D.
Tomasina E.
Portland, OR
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have had pets all of my life, and been pet sitting for friends since I was a little kid! Growing up my family had three dogs and three cats!
Alongside pet sitting throughout the years, I have also walked dogs and house sat for families with dogs and cats for 1-4 weeks at a time!
I feel very comfortable with pet care and...
4.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I was a employee at clinic that I was with for over 4 years. I met many clients that I pet-sit for that have animals with medical conditions such as diabetes and renal failure. I administer insulin, subcutaneous fluids, medication, special diets, wound care, etc. I have several pets of my own and have fostered many animals until...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
4.0
"Stephanie has a great personality - very sweet and positive. She seems to really enjoy her work :-) She remembered all the dates we spoke about for our business and vacation travel, texting use with reminders if we needed her services. We haven't had the chance...
Christine P.
5.0
(1)
Hello there, I'm Ann! Growing up in a farm-like setting I've always been surrounded by animals and to this day I still love it! I've had experience with all types of animal care ranging from dog walking, pet sitting for more than a week and administering medications for the animals during those times. I currently have 2 cats...
5.0
(1)
I can provide care for a variety of pets in your own home. I grew up on a farm and have experience caring for everything from goats to geckos! I also spent four years volunteering for a cat rescue and foster team, which gave me experience doing light veterinary work like administering medication. I have a cat and leopard gecko...
Georgia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Isabella B.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a passionate and knowledgeable animal care worker with experience in caring for animals of various sizes, breeds, and temperaments. I currently work in a doggy daycare/boarding facility where I oversee groups of 20+ dogs. We also provide walks and baths for the dogs, so I have experience working with and walking all...
Isabella can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding & more
5.0
"Excellent communication. She spent plenty of time with my J. She kept her entertained, her box clean and fed her as requested. Very polite, and respectful of my home. Would be glad to hire her again and again."
Sarah L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I volunteered at the animal shelter for years and regularly manage my friends farm. I have experience with all kinds of pets and elderly dogs as well.
Happy to house sit or board at my place.
Jordynn can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
Jessica G.
Portland, OR
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Available For Part-Time Child Care And Pet Sitting Services
Hello families, I am a recent grad from a Master's program in Social Work and am hoping to support with occasional pet sitting and child care needs while I wait for licensure from the board to begin my practice as a child and family therapist.
I have 10 years of experience working predominantly with neurodivergent and/or...
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I have been around pets my whole life and have experience with dogs of all breeds, energy levels, anxiety, aggression, etc. I have 2 rescue dogs myself who I adore with my whole heart. I am an animal lover and would love to take great care of your sweet pets!
Christina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
My name is Winter. I have had many pet sitting experiences ranging from short term dog care over a weekend to long term sitting for multiple pets requiring medication. I have experience giving pets oral and injection medication if that's something that you need! I love walking dogs too if you need that regularly.
Winter can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
HI neighbors
To me if they are calm and friendly!
Sihan can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
I have 4+ years worth of experience taking care of dogs. My experiences dog sitting have included feeding them, taking them on multiple walks a day and on ventures to the beach. I am open to housesitting as well. My rate and hours are negotiable. Please message me with any questions.
Alma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more!! wether your furry friends need care, affection or exercise I am happy to help!
Kharma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Michelle C.
Portland, OR
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet-sitting, Walks, Feeding, Light Grooming, Overnight Care
I provide daily 'drop-in' care including walks, playtime, feeding/watering. I also provide dog sitting in your own home.
Overnight care is available for short-term stays (for an additional fee). I've raised four dogs of my own and have cared for others' domestic animals for 30+ years. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages....
Michelle can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Kimberly D.
Portland, OR
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Caring And Attentive Pet Lover, Ready To Pet Sit In Portland!
I'm available for small domestic pet sitting, either for drop ins or for full time stays at your place if you're out of town.
I have two cats of my own and I care deeply about making sure your pet is cared for, played with, and well attended in your absence. I've seen some of the horror stories of pet sitters ditching clients...
Kimberly can also help with: Pet sitting
I have previous pet sitting experience with both cats and dogs. I have a passion for animals and I love to care for them. I have experience pet sitting up to 3 cats at once, and overnight. I am comfortable with large and small dogs, and any cats. I would love to pet sit for you!
Kajsa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, I love animals. I don't have professional experience pet sitting but have been a dog mom to an amazing English bulldog named Layla who lived a long and happy life. I'd do best with dogs that aren't too powerful if I will be walking them. I'm very responsible, loving and calm and dogs and cats seem to gravitate to me. If...
Tracy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hello, my name is Tanisha. I currently provide daycare and boarding services in my home for local animal lovers. I have provided pet sitting and boarding for families in Portland and Vancouver for the padt 4 years, and I love doing it. I am married with 5 children ages 24, 21, 13, 6, and 5, and I also have 2 beautiful...
Tanisha can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Portland, OR
Maria C.
5.0
Maria took great care of my dog, Soba, while my partner and I were out of town for a few days. She was communicative leading up to and during my trip, sending updates and photos of my girl. Since Soba has a few medical issues that require daily medication and frequent bathroom breaks, I was in...
- Care member
Kaitlyn K.
5.0
Kaitlyn went above and beyond when she took care of our elderly dog who wears diapers. She was willing to stay in our home to ensure he was safe and happy 24/7. She sent lots of pictures, and we felt confident that he was being well looked after. She even did laundry so we didn't come home to dirty...
- Kali C.
Alexis D.
5.0
Alexis is a wonderful pet sitter that has taken care of my many animals like they were her own. I highly recommend her for any pet sitting needs.
- Heather D.
Stephanie N.
4.0
Stephanie has a great personality - very sweet and positive. She seems to really enjoy her work :-) She remembered all the dates we spoke about for our business and vacation travel, texting use with reminders if we needed her services. We haven't had the chance to use her yet, but if/when we do,...
- Christine P.
Isabella B.
5.0
Excellent communication. She spent plenty of time with my J. She kept her entertained, her box clean and fed her as requested. Very polite, and respectful of my home. Would be glad to hire her again and again.
- Sarah L.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Portland, OR
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Portland, OR?
Hiring a pet sitter in Portland, OR will cost an average of $18.46 per hour as of March, 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 Portland 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 Portland, OR 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 Portland. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 375 pet sitters in Portland, OR, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
Ratings for Portland, OR pet sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Pet Sitters in Portland, OR are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews of the 375 listed pet sitters.