Find Trusted Pet Sitters in Sykesville, MD
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60 pet sitters are listed in Sykesville, MD
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 4 years
Pet sitters in Sykesville, MD
5.0
(1)
I'm a 30-year-old Baltimore native with a background in pre-k and kindergarten education. I love animals and spend lots of time outdoors with our own family pet, a sassy 16-year-old pug. I am available for walking, grooming, and in-home pet sitting. My experience woofing on several different farms also allowed me some experience...
Abby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Karla P.
Gwynn Oak, MD
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Karla. I am a passionate animal lover, responsible and reliable. I can help with pet walking and pet sitting.
Karla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Karla is an animal lover! She has been taking care of my pets for the last 3 years. She is very responsible, honest and kind. She is very attentive to detail. She is the best caregiver for my animals!"
Liz W.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Lorena! I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I am an avid animal lover, have 4 cats of my own, and grew up around dogs my whole childhood. I love cats and dogs of all sizes and have experience caring for newborn kittens. I can also perform baths and light grooming.
Lorena can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
My name is Michelle. I have 3 cats Sam, Benson and Maggie and 1 dog Emmy. My kitty Maggie is on 2x day thyroid medication. I understand the struggle of needing a reliable pet sitter. I'm excited to offer my love and experience with your fur babies. I am very trustworthy, dependable and honest.
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Michelle is awesome and the only trusted person we would leave our elderly dog and two cats in the care of. They love her (I think more than they love us). Never did I worry about if they were taken care of. She even goes out of her way to spend extra time with...
Allison F.
Jessica B.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Jessica And I Am 34 Years Old. I Have Been Working At Veterinary Hospitals Since I Was 16
5.0
(31)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started working at my first veterinary hospital and now after 15 years working in the industry I am at a specialty practice in Germantown which I love. I have been a veterinary technician for over 28 years and could never do anything else. Pet sitting fulfills the rest of my life and makes me feel complete. I have over 15...
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Jessica was AMAZING! I was really nervous leaving my canine kids given only family had stayed with them in the past, but Jessica went above and beyond to care for my sweet ‘kids’ with lots of daily pictures throughout both the day and evening hours, and threw in a...
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Terri S.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have had pets my entire life. I have trained five of my own dogs through local dog training organizations that focus on positive reinforcement, owner education and developing an understanding of animal behavior. I will support and reinforce your training efforts. In addition, my family has volunteered with Fidos for Freedom...
Terri can also help with: Dog training, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover. I have a dog of my own. I am very active with my animals, I pay them lots of attention. I love to take them for walks and play with them! I have been dog sitting for the past 3 years.
Liat can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a mature professional with over 10 years of experience caring for cats, dogs, horses (sheep, goats and chickens on occasion too). Puppies and kittens too! Available to sit well behaved dogs and cats in my home, or I will come to you for short or long visits. Light chores and housekeeping tasks are no problem. I...
Sylvia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Sylvia is amazing with animals and I don’t trust my dog to anybody else. A true life-long animal lover, she’s always had and cared for dogs, cats and horses. She’s attentive to their personalities, quirks and unique needs. Having so many animals herself, she...
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5.0
(1)
I have over 15 years of pet sitting experience and owned dogs and cats furever! I can also help with walking, feeding, and transportation. With lots of former training as a vet tech and years of intimate care for my own loving animals, I have a wide variety of pet experiences. I'd love to help care for your wonderful pet lovies.
Wendy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Wendy has animal care-taking and vet tech experience and truly cares about the animals she cares for. I feel completely at ease when I'm traveling because I know my animals are in competent and compassionate hands."
Maggie J.
Glorimar M.
Gaithersburg, MD
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working as a pet sitter for more than 4 years I do walks and sitting also feed them it's it need it , I personal own a German shepherd and a chihuahua. I'm a pet lover . Please feel free to contact me I can provide my references .
Glorimar can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved pets, from birds to snakes. Ever since I was young my mom told me having a pet was a great responsibility, and it was. I had several dogs, cats, birds and I was responsible for their food, water and their potty time. I would pet-sit on weekdays and weekends. The cat's name was Tony and the dog's name was...
Jeasennette can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Jeasennette was very professional and did a great job taking care of my cat for a week. I would definitely work with Jeasennette again!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
I have had experience taking care of mostly dogs and cats and am willing and open to other animals depending on their temperament.
I am a trustworthy and reliable person who has taken care of animals while their owners have been away. I enjoy going for walks and playing with your pet.
I am available mostly for weekend care...
Melody can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Melody is wonderful! She is caring, responsible, and knowledgeable. She has cared for our children and our puppy, and we couldn’t ask for a better sitter. "
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Katie F.
Gaithersburg, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate, Dedicated And Loving Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
5.0
(1)
I currently work full-time for the Humane Society of the United States and will be relocating to Germantown in January. I'm seeking out opportunities in my new neighborhood to meet, love on and spoil new pets! I have been a huge pet person ever since I can remember and have been working as a part-time dog walker/pet sitter for...
Katie can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Katie has been pet sitting my dog, Mia, for about 7 years. She is everything you could ever want in a pet sitter: caring, reliable, honest, flexible, understands pet behavior, patient, and passionate about animals and their welfare. She has great communication and...
Samantha M.
5.0
(2)
My personality as vibrant, creative and genuine
I love pets because it's a joy to watch their personalities . I truly enjoy catering to them and their needs. It's their world and I'm just living in it!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to be able to make extra money now and possibly be my income in the summer . I work as a...
5.0
"Jayda is genuine and passionate when it comes to kids and dogs. She makes life decisions around her dogs. She takes them everywhere with her, gives them birthdays parties, and always participates in local dog activities. Jayda does so much educational research on...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am 30 years old, residing in the MD/DC area living van life (though currently under repairs), a freelance housesitter, pet companion sitter, plant caretaker, and good ol' nanny/caregiver. I'm also an artist, writer, occasional barista, and former camp counsellor and art gallerist.
I have experiences in doing various...
Alexandria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi! My name is Lilly and I am looking for a pet sitting job this summer! I am a college student and will be returning home in early May. I have my own dog and also have pet sat before. Let me know if you need help this summer!
Lilly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been a consistent and reliable dog walker and sitter, and animal care taker over the past 2 years. Just tell me your pets name and we will be best friends!!
Will can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am an animal lover. I have 10 years experience in taking care of dogs. I enjoy being around them and playing with them. I like to keep them on a routine.
Angela can also help with: Pet sitting
Hi there! I've grown up with dogs and cats my whole life and am now a proud owner of a cat myself. I have experience with kittens and puppies all the way through senior dogs and cats. I'm happy to take dogs for a walk or even a run, clean up after pets, and take care of their grooming and feeding schedules! I'm also happy to...
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
My name is Lauren and I am a 3rd grade teacher who is also a dog mom :) I have experience dog sitting but I love and am comfortable with all pets! I can provide sitting, walks, daily check-ins or whatever other services you need for your pet.
Lauren can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Sykesville, MD
Karla P.
5.0
She is absolutely loving, caring, devoted and very responsible person we definitely trust her 100%. When we came home from vacation we found our boy happy. I didn't have to worry about my personal belongings, neither my pet. We highly recommend her.
- Karliz W.
Michelle P.
5.0
Michelle is awesome and the only trusted person we would leave our elderly dog and two cats in the care of. They love her (I think more than they love us). Never did I worry about if they were taken care of. She even goes out of her way to spend extra time with them. You can't go wrong with...
- Allison F.
Jessica B.
5.0
Amazing customer services and she has always been so caring and loving with my dog. She goes above and beyond to help her clients and I'm so happy to always bring my beloved dog to her!! I 1000% recommend her service!
- Care member
Sylvia T.
5.0
Sylvia is amazing with animals and I don’t trust my dog to anybody else. A true life-long animal lover, she’s always had and cared for dogs, cats and horses. She’s attentive to their personalities, quirks and unique needs. Having so many animals herself, she understands the importance of following...
- Care member
Wendy D.
5.0
Wendy has animal care-taking and vet tech experience and truly cares about the animals she cares for. I feel completely at ease when I'm traveling because I know my animals are in competent and compassionate hands.
- Maggie J.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Sykesville, MD
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Sykesville, MD?
Hiring a pet sitter in Sykesville, MD will cost an average of $17.00 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 Sykesville 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 Sykesville, MD 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 Sykesville. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 14 pet sitters in Sykesville, MD, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
Ratings for Sykesville, MD pet sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Sitters in Sykesville, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pet sitters.