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108 dog sitters are listed in Silver Spring, MD
The average rate is $14/hr as of June 2023
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Silver Spring, MD
Emily B.
Laurel, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have two cats who I love. They are both rescues and I've taken care of them since they were kittens (3-6 months old). I have also had dogs my entire life since I was 6 years old and I feel very comfortable around them. I've done dog walking and sitting and enjoy the work. I love animals and...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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I have tons of experience with animals. I grew up always having at least 10 animals in my house at all times. I currently have 5 cats, 3 dogs, and foster puppies and kittens! I am a huge animal lover and do occasional pet sitting in my hometown.
Olivia can also help with: Administration of medicine, Pet walking
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I can provide care for your pets in your home, or I can do drop in visits or a quick check in! I'm originally from Indiana where I volunteered frequently at the Lake County Animal Control Shelter in high school for about 2 years; until I left for college. I currently attend Howard University as a...
Chanelle can also help with: Pet sitting
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Hi, my name is Mariiyam. I am an experienced pet sitter. Often families have had me care for their children as well as their pets. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can perform baths and light grooming. I enjoy walks and being outdoors. I am also open to overnight pet sitting. I have my own best...
Mariiyam can also help with: Boarding, Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Pet walking
Taylor-marie E.
Washington, DC
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I'm a college graduate who recently moved to D. C with my dog Bella! I currently have 2 years of dog sitting experience! I'm excited to give Care a try! I work only one or two days a week in office. This gives me the flexibility to clean your home and care for the things you love!
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I'm an experienced dog sitter- including elderly pets who needed medication assistance, along with young pets who required a lot of walk and play time. I love dogs of all sizes and ages!
Kailey can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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I'm a young adult missing my parent's dog. I am available to pet sit, walk your pet, or whatever else you may need. I love cats, dogs, and am even experienced in caring for reptiles. My only restriction is that I am not comfortable with very large dogs (Great Danes, St. Bernards, etc)
Briana can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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I provide dog sitting, or care-taking for other small animals, in your own home! I primarily have experience with dogs, as I grew up with Rottweilers as our family pets! I personally own a 1-year-old Australian Shepherd as well, and love working with dogs of all sizes. I also have experience with...
Savannah can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Dog training, Administration of medicine
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Fareena A.
Washington, DC
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Fareena, I recently moved to the DC area for a new work opportunity. I love dogs and have 4 years of experience dog sitting and dog walking. I've dealt mostly with dogs that are mostly smaller and medium sized. I am reliable, responsible, kind, and empathetic and would love to spend...
Fareena can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
Maura W.
Washington, DC
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am an experienced pet caregiver! For over a year, walked a precious pup during the day and also provided care in a situation where the owners could not get home in time or went away. I am a huge animal person!! Since I was young, I have always had at least two dogs, however I now have two kittens...
Maura can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Pet transportation
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I have experience dog sitting when I was living in Colorado and took care of dogs ranging from puppies to elderly, and mostly large dogs. I also have experience administering medications to dogs with meals.
Madeline can also help with: Pet walking, Administration of medicine
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Allison W.
Washington, DC
$15-20/hr
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Love dogs! New to pet care but can certainly manage walks, feeding, and pet sitting. I'm a quick learner and can be flexible with my schedule.
Allison can also help with: Pet walking
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I love animals. I provide dog sitting in your own home. Great experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
Michele can also help with: Pet walking, Pet transportation, Administration of medicine, Pet sitting
Nasima F.
Laurel, MD
$16-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Ensure Safe And Secure Home For Dogs, Cats, Ferrets, Fish, Etc. While Owner Is Away.
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I provide pet sitting in your own home, offering companionship, and comfort to pet while pet parent feels secure. I'm an experienced pet owner/sitter. I love dogs of all sizes, cats, fish, turtles... basically all animals.
Nasima can also help with: Pet transportation, Pet walking, Pet sitting
Recent Review:
5.0
Fun and energetic. The boys love her. She cooks them breakfast and plays board games with them. She's a gem and we're lucky to have her.
Reviewed by Sarah B.
Kaitlyn M.
Bethesda, MD
$14-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi there! My name is Kaitlyn, and I am a senior at a high school. I LOVE animals and would be more than happy to dog sit / house sit.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grooming, Boarding, Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Hi! My name is Michaela and I am a freshman at the Catholic University of America. Last semester I found the best opportunity to dog sit while here, as I have been beyond dog deprived. I have a 5-year-old Australian shepherd / Lab mix, and she is one of the most important things to me. I have a lot...
Michaela can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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Hi, thank you for your consideration!
I provide dog sitting in your own home which includes walking and tidying up after the dog(s). I'm an experienced dog owner and dog foster, with over 10 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I also can provide baths and light grooming.
Thank...
Aalayah can also help with: Dog training, Pet sitting, Pet walking
Nicole S.
Washington, DC
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Am currently a pet sitter but also have a 4-year-old dog of my own! I love animals from dogs and cats to exotic pets. In college, I owned a hedgehog and he was the best! I also have experience caring for pet dragons
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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I have cared for my own pet (dog) for a year and a half now. I love dogs of all sized and have experience in dog sitting.
Isabelle can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Hello all! I am currently 24 years old and have many years of experience working with many different types of animals. I did dog walking and overnight stays with animals all of college! Look forward to hearing from you!
Erika can also help with: Pet sitting, Boarding, Pet walking
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I love all animals (especially dogs!) and have experience caring for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, fish, rabbits, birds, and lizards. I can provide pet sitting and overnight pet care in your home, or perform drop-in duties as needed. Can provide baths as well as everyday pet care needs...
Marley can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting, Administration of medicine
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Hello all! I love all dogs so much and have tons of experience. Growing up I have always grown up with dogs, and have dog-sat my neighbors pets my whole life. I also worked at a doggy daycare where I have encountered several different breeds. Currently I work at a dog grooming salon where I bathe...
Jolie R can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Pet walking
Margaret M.
Kensington, MD
$18-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Margaret can also help with: Pet walking
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My name is Debra-Adele (Debbie) and I have a profound love for animals and caring for pets. I have cared for many dog breeds including pit bulls, Labrador retrievers, and Yorkie's. I have experience volunteering at the animal shelter, dog sitting, and dog walking.
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I provide dog sitting in my own home or the families home. I have cared for dogs for years in Rhode Island, since moving to DC I would love to start to do the same here. I am an active person who can care for dogs of all sizes and energy levels. I can also provide baths and consistent outdoor...
Frances can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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I provide dog sitting in your own home for three or less dogs. I am experienced as I have owned three dogs myself and am an active volunteer at both the Humane Soc-Animal Care Shelter in my hometown of Greenville, SC. I have 6+ years of volunteer experience. I have owned two standard schnauzers and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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I am a pet owner and animal lover! I have experience caring for dogs, birds, and fish. I provide dog-sitting in your own home. I have worked with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I personally have...
Knychole can also help with: Boarding, Pet transportation, Administration of medicine, Grooming, Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Hi! Open to all and any pet care. Happy to pet sit at your home or at mine, walking, etc. I have two doggos and tons of experience with sitting dogs, cats, and birds.
Claudia M.
Rockville, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been working as a pet sitter for over six years! I love animals and they love me. I enjoy being outdoors so dog walking is something that I enjoy doing as well.
Claudia can also help with: Daily feeding, Pet sitting, Pet walking, Pet transportation, Administration of medicine, Boarding
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Taneya D.
Washington, DC
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am experienced with 10+ years of non-professional experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Taneya can also help with: Dog training, Pet transportation, Pet walking, Pet sitting, Administration of medicine
Recent Review:
5.0
Best in the business HANDS DOWN
Reviewed by Toni B.
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Hello! My name is Thanya and I love animals of all shapes and sizes. I have a lot of experience with both cats and dogs. I have had two dogs who I raised and took care of, both the quietest chihuahuas on the planet. Ive dog sat many breeds from corgis to labs. I now own a cat with my husband, though...
Thanyaluk can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Administration of medicine
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I have a lot of experience with taking care of dogs. I also had two dogs growing up. So I feel very comfortable taking care of dogs.
Rebecca can also help with: Boarding, Daily feeding, Pet walking, Pet sitting, Administration of medicine, Pet transportation
Alexis F.
Washington, DC
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I've been watching a few dogs the past year! I love all types of dogs, willing to walk or sit. I live in Fells point, so can walk around there or even in your area. If the dog has any appointments, etc, I can transport! just looking for extra cash on the side and get to see some dogs!
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
Grace B.
Washington, DC
$14-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have lots of experience dog and cat sitting. This is for young puppies, grumpy old cats, and anything in between. I love all animals and will treat your pets as they are my own. I am in college and can't have any pets right now so I would love to spend some time with yours!
Grace can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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I have a pet, her name is LA.
She is a mini Goldendoodle.
I love animals.
While my wife (Traveling Nurse) is at work, I want to take care of your pet with love.
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I have plenty of pet sitting experience with my most recent being 2 cats and dogs this past summer, and dog walking and boarding this past year in between college responsibilities. I've had dogs, fish and Guinea pigs prior to attending college.
Malcolm can also help with: Pet transportation, Boarding, Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Hello,
I am a new resident of DC. My husband and I just moved here for me to attend graduate school and am looking for some part time work to fill in the gaps between school and studying. I had my dog for 13 years who passed in December and would love to get some time with dogs in the meantime...
Kendra can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Administration of medicine, Pet walking
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Hi! My name's Haley, over the years I've been the designated pet sitter for a few families. I have taken care of cats, dogs, chickens, and other birds. This has included overnight stays, walking the dogs, giving them medicine, changing the litter box, and providing food, water and lots of affection...
Haley can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Hi! My name is Gwen, and I am currently taking classes part-time at Johns Hopkins University School of Education and am looking for a pet sitting job that works with my flexible, virtual summer class schedule. I am a huge pet lover!!!
I have ample experience caring for both children and pets (have...
Gwen can also help with: Boarding, Pet walking, Pet transportation, Pet sitting
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I have worked as a dog bather and helper for groomers for a year. Reactive and scared dogs were always taken care of by me. I also make subtitles for dog and cat educational videos. I can help with Boarding, Pet Sitting, and pet walking
Sarnai can also help with: Boarding, Pet walking, Pet sitting
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I have been helping taking care of neighbor's dogs since I was 9, and have been taking care of my family dog since I was 7. As an Australian Shepard, I'm very used a high energy dog. Now, as a 15-year-old dog, I have a lot of experience and love for senior dogs and the extra care it takes to provide...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Pet walking
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I have cared for dogs and cats and yes, even fed and collected eggs from chickens! I love most animals, except for stinging insects, and would be happy and grateful to pet sit for you.
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Originally from Washington, D. C. I was tasked with taking care of multiple families, teachers, and parents pets when they needed to travel. I can provide dog sitting in your own or mine, depending on your preference.
Sean can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
Jennifer O.
Washington, DC
$8-13/hr • 6 yrs exp
19 Year Old College Nursing Student Who Loves Looking After Pets!
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I have grown up with pets my whole life, right now in our house we have five dogs and one cat. I'm very comfortable around all animals and love plying with them, taking them on walks, and looking after them! I have been pet sitting for friends, family, and neighbors for about 6 years now.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Pet transportation
Hi! My name is Melanie and I love dogs and cats! I have taken care of Dogs and Cats for about 3 years now. I can feed your pet, wash your pet, walk your pet and more. I always love taking care of pets and I even own one too! I hope you will consider me to take care of your little furry friend!!
I will gladly perform any form of pet sitting needed, as long as you provide me any specific information that I would need. I was a Pet Care Associate, so I have a generous amount of general knowledge about common household pets. No pet is insignificant to me. I have dog sat many of my family's dogs...
I provide pet sitting in your own home (both long-term and just during the day/ night), dog walking, or bathing and light grooming (or all of the above). I have 10+ years of experience in pet care as I have owned and cared for pets on my own for the majority of my life. I absolutely love pets and...
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Andrea A.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog owner. Have grown up with animals my entire life. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Silver Spring, MD
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Silver Spring, MD?
Dog sitters near you in Silver Spring, MD can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Silver Spring, MD?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Silver Spring, MD to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Silver Spring, MD is $14.38.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Silver Spring, MD. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Silver Spring, MD?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Silver Spring, MD we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Silver Spring, MD?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Silver Spring, MD, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.
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Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Silver Spring, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 108 listed dog sitters.