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Dog Walkers Lakewood Ranch, FL (Contact for Free)

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Emily Nicole Nguyen
Sarasota, FL

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Member since: Jun 2024

Hi! I promise to work very hard!!

Hi, my name is Emily Nguyen and I am 18 years old. I graduated high school in 2023 and am currently working at my parents restaurant now. While I don’t have much experience babysitting nor pet sitting, I am willing to learn that knowledge moving forward! I have babysat for a 3 year old girl a few times and have grown up with animals all my life, from small to little dogs and even taking care of 15+ cats at the same time! Please consider hiring me, I promise I will work very hard!! :)

Dog walking $10 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Pet sitting $10 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet grooming

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $10/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel within Sarasota for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 20 years old
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hello! My name is Emily Nguyen, I am 18 years old and interested in getting into babysitting and pet sitting. I graduated high school in 2023 and am planning to become an aesthetician in the future! For now I am working at my family’s restaurant.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Shyenne Richter
Sarasota, FL

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Member since: Jul 2024

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Sarasota for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Shyenne For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Claire King

Claire King
Lakewood Ranch, FL

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Member since: Sep 2024

Welcome message:

Hi! I'm Claire, I am an 18yr. old high school senior and I would love to look after kids and/or pets. I currently attend Bayside Community College as a duel enrollment student and train at the Circus Arts Conservatory as a circus performer. I was a summer camp counselor and I have been pet sitting in my neighborhood for over a year and I know simple children/pet first aid. I enjoys fitness, reading, and art. I'm very responsible, kind, and hardworking.

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Lakewood Ranch for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - - ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I was a camp counselor at the Circus Arts Conservatory for kids ages 5-12 and a volunteer at the Mote Aquarium in the high school volunteer program. My sister and I started a pet sitting/dog walking business in our neighborhood two years ago. With both of my parents being emergency room doctors, I have basic first aid experience.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

Contact Claire For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Dog Walking Pay Rates Lakewood Ranch, FL, United States (Updated 29 Sep 2025)

Lakewood Ranch dog walkers are paid an average of $15.00 per hour as of September 2025, which is 1.3% lower than the Florida average of $15.19, and 0.3% higher than the United States average of $14.96. A fair pay rate depends on dog walker credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for dog walking services in Lakewood Ranch.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Lakewood Ranch $15.00
Florida $15.19
United States $14.96

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in United States dollars (USD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊


Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Dog Walker

Follow these handy tips for hiring a dog walker so you know your pup is in safe, reliable hands.

1. Check experience

Look for walkers who have worked with dogs of similar size, breed, and temperament.

2. Verify credentials

Ask about pet first aid/CPR certification and whether they’re insured and bonded.

3. Request references

Speak to past or current clients for honest feedback.

4. Meet in person

Arrange a meet-and-greet to see how your dog responds to them.

5. Discuss routines

Ensure they can stick to your dog’s feeding, walking, and medication schedule.

6. Ask about group walks

Clarify whether they walk multiple dogs at once or provide solo walks.

7. Check reliability

Confirm their backup plan in case they’re sick or unavailable.

8. Look for communication

Choose someone who provides updates, photos, or reports after walks.

9. Test with a trial walk

Start with a short session to assess how your dog and the walker get along.

10. Clarify policies

Go over payment, cancellations, keys/access to your home, and emergency procedures.

Dog Walker Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing dog walker candidates to narrow down your list.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been walking dogs professionally?
  • Do you have experience with my dog’s breed, size, or temperament?
  • Are you trained in pet first aid and CPR?
  • Are you insured and bonded?

Services & Routines

  • Do you walk dogs individually or in groups?
  • How long are your standard walks?
  • Will you stick to my dog’s usual feeding, medication, or potty schedule?
  • Do you offer additional services (feeding, playtime, grooming visits)?

Safety & Emergencies

  • What would you do if my dog gets injured or sick during a walk?
  • How do you handle aggressive dogs or unexpected encounters?
  • Do you carry water, treats, or a first aid kit?
  • What’s your policy if bad weather occurs?

Reliability & Communication

  • What happens if you’re unavailable—do you have a backup plan?
  • How will you access my home securely?
  • Do you provide updates (texts, photos, walk reports)?
  • What’s your cancellation and refund policy?

Trial & Fit

  • Can we schedule a trial walk to see how my dog responds?
  • Are you comfortable with my dog’s specific quirks or needs?
  • Can I speak to a couple of your current or recent clients?