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Alyssa Rosales

Alyssa Rosales
New York, NY

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Welcome message:

I am 16 turning 17 in September. I have a cat and sometimes walk and play with my neighbors small dog. I love animals & kids & would love taking care of yours!

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $14 / hour

  • 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 grooming

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $17/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)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

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

  • 1 month experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Dog walking

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Isis Reynaud-Martinez
Conway, AR

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Dog sitting $11 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs

Dog walking $11 / hour

  • 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 dogs)
  • Dog daycare (at my place during the day)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Babysitter $11/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)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

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

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

I have been a babysitter for multiple families at a time with ages ranging from 3 months to 4 years. I was part of a babysitting service offered by my church. I have had some CPR training as well as first aid training. I have my own car. I can work anytime M-F all summer. I am very patient and often soft spoken.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Writing

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Dog walking

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Destiny Witcher

Destiny Witcher
Richmond, VA

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Welcome message:

Hi my name is Destiny I think I would be a greater sitter for your children and pets. I worked at a daycare for a little while and, I watch my siblings I had 2 dogs and i’m great with them all I’m sweet kind hearted and nice.

Pet sitting $13 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Daily exercise for your pet

Dog walking $15 / hour

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

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter, Parent helper $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel within Richmond for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 6 months experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Writing

Contact Destiny For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Andrea Jennings
Hagerstown, MD

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

August 2023 I got hit by a car so things about my life I can't remember.

I started working a daycare center when I was 14 and quit when I was over 20. I currently do not have a pet but before the crash since I was a child. I do miss working with kids but more than anything having a job, an income. If I can make it there I'll do it.

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Reptiles

Dog walking $5 / hour

  • 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)

Babysitter

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)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 23 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • 9 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 25 years old
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music

Contact Andrea For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Sandra Rose

Sandra Rose
Topeka, KS

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $15/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Topeka 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
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in 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
  • 10 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 33 years old
    • Police check
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Sandra For Free

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Tyler Terracciano

Tyler Terracciano
Lusby, MD

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2023

Welcome message:

Im Tyler im new to the hagerstown area(from calvert) and am looking for extra income and an outlet to make friends and help others out!

Pet sitting $10 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

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)
  • Up to 6 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Lusby 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
  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • 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
  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 22 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Tyler For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Ash Smith

Ash Smith
Olathe, KS

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2023

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Running errands

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • 5 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 26 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Writing

Contact Ash For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Khamori Bowman

Khamori Bowman
Bryans Road, MD

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2023

Welcome message:

I like kids. I’m honest, reliable, caring. I haven’t been babysitting for long but I would always take care of my siblings and my other family members. I also love pets and can take care of them. I can also cook little things if their hungry like sandwiches, salads, oatmeal, and other things

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Babysitter, Parent helper $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids

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 to neighboring suburbs/towns of Bryans Road 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
  • School holidays
  • 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
  • Childcare credentials:
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 21 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Khamori For Free

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Sumbal Shoaib
Columbia, MD

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2026

Experienced & Caring Babysitter | Available in Columbia, MD

Hello! My name is Sumbal. I am a caring, responsible, and trustworthy mother with experience caring for children. I have experience caring for 3 children and helping with meals, homework, playtime, and keeping the home clean and safe. I am patient, loving, and dependable. I enjoy spending time with children and making sure they are happy, safe, and comfortable. I am available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Columbia, MD. I would love the opportunity to help your family!

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish

Babysitter, Nanny $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Care for sick children

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Full-time daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • School holiday daycare

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Basic house security checks

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • 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:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • I have child car seats
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 57 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi

I am a caring, responsible, and trustworthy mother with experience caring for children. I have experience caring for 3 children, including preparing meals, helping with homework, keeping children safe, organizing activities, and keeping their environment clean and comfortable. I am patient, kind, dependable, and enjoy working with children. I am available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Columbia, MD.

My skills and interests:

  • Cooking

Contact Sumbal For Free

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Lamyra Gaddis
Edmond, OK

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2026

Welcome message:

Hello my name is Myra and I’m 17 and I have 18 siblings. Very outgoing and very fun to be around with. I’m hardworking and understanding.

Dog sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Dog walking

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, 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)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Full-time daycare

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Edmond 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
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • Asthma training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video

Contact Lamyra For Free

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Childcare

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Plainview, NY, United States (Updated 18 Aug 2026)

Plainview pet sitters are paid an average of $15.38 per hour as of September 2026, which is 15.1% lower than the New York average of $18.11, and 2.3% lower than the United States average of $15.75. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services in Plainview.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Plainview $15.38
New York $18.11
United States $15.75

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Sitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a pet sitter to ensure your furry family members are safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away.

1. Check Experience

Ask how long they’ve been pet sitting and what types of pets they’ve cared for. Experience with your specific type or breed is a big plus.

2. Verify Credentials

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

3. Ask for References

Speak with past clients to confirm reliability, trustworthiness, and quality of care.

4. Meet in Person

Schedule a meet-and-greet to see how your pet reacts to the sitter and ensure a comfortable connection.

5. Discuss Duties Clearly

Define whether they’ll walk, feed, administer medication, groom, or provide other services. Be specific about expectations.

6. Check Availability

Ensure the sitter can meet your schedule, including holidays, weekends, or overnight needs.

7. Understand Rates & Payment

Clarify fees, overtime charges, and any additional costs (like travel, supplies, or emergency care).

8. Review Emergency Plans

Ask how they handle medical issues, accidents, or other emergencies, including access to your vet.

9. Communication Style

Confirm how often and in what form they’ll provide updates—texts, photos, or reports.

10. Start with a Trial

Consider a short test visit or day before leaving for an extended period to see how your pet responds and assess the sitter’s reliability.


Pet Sitter Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a pet sitter candidate to ensure your pets are safe, happy, and well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been a pet sitter?
  • What types of pets have you cared for (dogs, cats, exotics, etc.)?
  • Have you ever cared for pets with special needs, medical conditions, or behavioral issues?
  • How many pets do you usually care for at one time?

Daily Care & Duties

  • What tasks are you comfortable performing (feeding, walking, administering medication, grooming)?
  • How do you structure a typical day for pets in your care?
  • Are you comfortable giving multiple pets individual attention if needed?
  • How do you handle exercise and playtime for high-energy pets?

Health & Safety

  • Are you certified in pet CPR or first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency or injury?
  • How do you prevent accidents during walks, playtime, or interactions with other pets?
  • Are you comfortable administering medications or special treatments?

Communication

  • How do you usually update owners while pet sitting (texts, photos, videos)?
  • How do you handle special requests or instructions from owners?
  • Are you available for immediate contact in case of emergencies?

Rates & Policies

  • What is your standard rate, and do you charge extra for holidays or overnight stays?
  • Do you have a cancellation or refund policy?
  • Are there additional fees for administering medication, multiple pets, or travel?
  • Do you offer trial visits before committing to long-term or recurring care?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about pet sitting?
  • How do you handle pets that are shy, anxious, or aggressive?
  • Why do you think you would be a good fit for my pet(s) and our household?