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Nadiya Al-Noor
Columbia, MO

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Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Special needs experience

I love kids and I want to work with them. Lifelong experience with autism.

Pet Daycare Provider, Cat sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

Cats

Other cat duties I can do:

Feeding
Cat playtime
Care for kittens
Care for senior cats

Other pet services I can provide

Pet checker (home visits to check on cats)
Cat daycare (at my place during the day)
Cat boarding (at my place overnight)

Household duties I can do:

Laundry / washing
Grocery shopping

Babysitter, Nanny $19/hour

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)

Childcare duties I can do:

Light meals
Full meals
Help with homework

I can provide special needs care

Care for special needs kids

I can do house sitting

House sitting

My availability

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

I can travel within Columbia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

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Eve.

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I'm available for:

Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
Overnight jobs
Full weekends

My credentials

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

11 years experience working with pets
- I'm comfortable with pets
- I have pets
- Have a pet carrier

10 years experience working with children
- First aid training

General credentials:
- Email verified
- 30 years old
- Driver's license
- Non-smoker / non-vaper
- Permanent resident
- Covid vaccinated
- Languages I can speak: English

I cared for my brother with autism my whole life and worked at a daycare and I was a caseworker for children and adults with disabilities.

My skills and interests:

Music
Reading / storytelling
Drawing / painting
Arts / crafts
Cooking

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Pet sitting

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (overnight at sitters place)

Dog walking

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

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Maliah Watanabe
Columbia, MO

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Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Pet Daycare Provider, Cat sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

Cats

Other cat duties I can do:

Feeding
Cat playtime
24/7 supervision
Care for kittens

Other pet services I can provide

Cat daycare (at my place during the day)

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)
Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

Light meals
Bathing kids

I'm available for events

Special event babysitting
Wedding babysitting

I can do house sitting

House sitting

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ - -

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ - -

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ - -

I'm available for:

Valentine's Day
Overnight jobs

My credentials

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

8 years experience working with pets
- I'm comfortable with pets
- I have pets

8 years experience working with children
- CPR training

General credentials:
- Email verified
- 18 years old
- Liability insurance
- Languages I can speak: English

I'm 17 years old I'm home schooled I'm in CPR training

My skills and interests:

Music
Reading / storytelling
Arts / crafts
Swimming
Computers

Contact Maliah For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Pet sitting

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (overnight at sitters place)

Dog walking

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

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Your full name

Your email (remains private)

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Emily Truesdell
Columbia, MO

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Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Pet Daycare Provider, Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

Dogs
Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

Feeding
Pet playtime

Dog walking

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

Other pet services I can provide

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
Tweens (9 - 12 years)
Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

Light meals
Transporting kids
Taking kids on outings
Help with homework

I can provide special needs care

Care for special needs kids

I can do tutoring

Tutoring

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

Morn

✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Day

- - - ✓ ✓ ✓ -

Arvo

- ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓ -

Eve.

✓ - ✓ - - - -

Nite

✓ - ✓ - - - -

My credentials

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

5 years experience working with pets
- I'm comfortable with pets

General credentials:
- Email verified
- 24 years old
- Driver's license
- I have a car
- Non-smoker / non-vaper
- Covid vaccinated
- Languages I can speak: English

Bachelors- chemistry

My skills and interests:

Music
Fitness
Nature

Contact Emily For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Pet sitting

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (overnight at sitters place)

Dog walking

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Enter your location

Your full name

Your email (remains private)

I agree to the Kidsit Terms. I am 18+ years, or 16/17 years and have permission from my parent or guardian to use this website.

Share this profile

Select the Services You Need

Do you need pet sitting services?

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (at sitters place)

Do you need dog walking services?

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Do you need childcare services?

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Your location

Your full name

Your email (remains private)

I agree to the Kidsit Terms. I am 18+ years, or 16/17 years and have permission from my parent or guardian to use this website.

Pet Sitting Pay Rates Columbia, MO, United States (Updated 29 Sep 2025)

Columbia pet sitters are paid an average of $14.63 per hour as of October 2025, which is 11% lower than the Missouri average of $16.44, and 5.4% lower than the United States average of $15.47. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services in Columbia.
Location	Avg Rate/Hour
Columbia	$14.63
Missouri	$16.44
United States	$15.47

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Daycare Provider

Follow these handy tips for hiring a private pet daycare provider so your furry friend gets the best care while you’re away.

1. Check Experience with Your Pet Type

Ask about their background caring for dogs, cats, or other pets. Make sure they understand breed-specific needs, temperaments, and behaviors.

2. Verify Training & Certifications

Look for pet CPR/first aid certification, animal handling training, or professional memberships in pet care associations.

3. Tour the Facility or Home

Visit the daycare space to check for cleanliness, safety measures, secure fencing, and pet-friendly areas.

4. Ask About Daily Routine

Find out what a typical day looks like—exercise, playtime, feeding, rest, and socialization opportunities.

5. Understand Supervision Levels

Confirm how many pets they care for at once and whether constant supervision is provided, especially during group play.

6. Review Health & Safety Policies

Ask about vaccination requirements, flea/tick prevention, emergency plans, and how illnesses or injuries are handled.

7. Check References & Reviews

Speak with past or current clients, and ask for customer reviews to ensure reliability and positive experiences.

8. Clarify Communication

Ask how they’ll keep you updated—daily texts, photos, or reports—so you know your pet is happy and safe.

9. Discuss Rates & Inclusions

Make sure you understand the cost, what’s included (walks, grooming, food), and if there are extra fees for late pickup or special care.

10. Do a Trial Day

Start with a short daycare session to see how your pet adjusts, and gauge the provider’s attentiveness and professionalism.

Pet Daycare Provider Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a private pet daycare provider candidate so you can make sure your pet is in safe, caring hands.

Experience & Background

How long have you been providing private pet daycare?
What types of pets do you have the most experience with?
Have you worked with pets that have special needs, anxiety, or behavioral issues?
How many pets do you care for at one time?

Daily Routine & Care

What does a typical day look like for pets in your care?
How much exercise, playtime, and rest do pets get?
Do you provide individual attention, or mostly group activities?
How do you handle feeding schedules and special diets?

Health & Safety

Do you require proof of vaccinations and flea/tick prevention?
How do you handle emergencies, injuries, or illnesses?
Are you certified in pet CPR or first aid?
What precautions do you take to keep pets safe during group play?

Environment & Facilities

Can I tour the space where my pet will be staying?
Is the area securely fenced and escape-proof?
Do pets have access to indoor and outdoor play areas?
How do you handle cleaning and sanitation?

Communication & Updates

How do you keep pet owners updated during the day (texts, photos, videos)?
How do you handle concerns or special requests from owners?
Are you available for updates in real-time if needed?

Policies & Pricing

What is included in your rates (walks, food, grooming, medication)?
Do you charge extra for late pickups or special care?
What’s your cancellation or refund policy?
Do you offer trial days before committing long-term?

Personality & Fit

What do you enjoy most about running a private pet daycare?
How do you calm nervous or shy pets?
Why do you think your daycare would be a good fit for my pet?