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60 cat sitters are listed in Van Nuys, CA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 2 years
Cat sitters in Van Nuys, CA
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very interested in working with you as a pet care sitter for cats or small dogs. I have taken care of many dogs and cats for friends and family in the past. I have taken care of my neighbors dogs over the past 6 years when she travels, which is very frequently - at least five times a year. I am the owner of two cats Shasha...
Darlene can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"When I travel Darlene cares for my two dogs.
She walks and feeds them twice daily. She loves animals and it shows! My dogs get very excited to see her. Darlene also brings in my mail and waters plants."
Tauby R.
5.0
(1)
I've had dogs, cats, and fish essentially my whole life! Even fostered 9 husky/pit puppies along with their mother for 5 months! Eventually I ended up keeping the mother (Nova) and one of the kids (Otter) for myself as they were just too cute to let go of. Funny enough my brothers each own cats. So whenever they're out of town I...
Donte can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Donte has taken such good care of my pets (2 dogs and a cat), many times. He follows my instructions for feeding and playing with them, and genuinely cares about their happiness and well-being. Definitely would hire Donte again! "
Care member
Olivier P.
Van Nuys, CA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I provide dog sitting or cat sitting in your own home. I've been around dogs and cats my whole life and have a deep affinity towards them. I've been fostering dogs off and on for the past couple years through Bark' N Bitches, and have loved every second of it. At one point, I even fostered a Huskey and her nine puppies. It was...
Olivier can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Olivier has been taking care of my dogs for years. He is very responsible and caring. He feeds, walks and hangs out with them. He does a great job! My dogs love him. Highly recommended. "
Care member
Hi my name is Tiffany, I want to pet sit because I love animals and I know how stressful it can be to worry about ur fur baby when you have to be out. I have two cats of my own and I'd like to think they're very happy with their care :)
Tiffany can also help with: Pet sitting
Selina R.
Van Nuys, CA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I also provide pet sitting services. Growing up in Australia I had a dog and cats. I adore animals too.
Selina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
As a dedicated animal lover and experienced caregiver, I understand the unique needs of furry companions. As a past cat owner, and with a background that includes providing attentive care for anxious dogs, foster puppies, and two years experience working at a pet hotel, you can trust that with me your four-legged family member...
Susanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hello! My name is Marilyn & I am 20 years old. I am an actress working around Chicago & I love doing so. Another love of mine has always been animals! Growing up we always had pets: hamsters, guinea pigs, snakes, fish & cats. You could say caring for pets has become second nature to me! Currently, my family has two kitties, Sox...
Marilyn can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had a variety of pets myself, including a golden retriever, 3 cats (2 currently), hermit crabs and 2 parakeets.
I've been a cat-sitter (2 male cats for a family friend for 5 days) and my responsibilities included: Food, water, playtime and cleaning the litter box. I've been also a dog-sitter for several different...
Rachel can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Diana S.
Van Nuys, CA
$18-25/hr
Did some pet sitting years ago, enjoy dogs and cats. Had dogs myself but unfortunately couldn't keep them once I moved due to where I live.
Diana can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! I am Jennifer, a reliable responsible and professional pet sitter/ walker. I am passionate about pets, working daily looking after them it's fun and loving, but a moment fun and delightful experience. I have over 3 years of experience with dogs and cats. I can guarantee you I am able to provide the best service to insure...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi, my name is Alisson, and I am a huge animal lover, excited to take care of any pets that need pet-sitting! In terms of my prior experience, I have been taking care of animals since I was little. I have taken care of cats, dogs, fish, and guinea pigs. My experience with dogs ranges from small dogs such as Chihuahuas to larger...
Alisson can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have obtained years of personal experience with my pets, which consisted of: a hamster, 2 bunnies and 2 cats. Currently, my 2nd cat Judah is whose with me now. As well as prior experience of care with dogs, I was a pet sitter for my sisters friend one whole summer as well as on Christmas break and he was a husky/Alaskan...
Zipporah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jessica C.
Van Nuys, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Growing up, my family and I adopted many pets. From dogs and cats to bunnies and guinea pigs - they were always just as much part of the family. I love animals of all sizes and ages. I have 4 years of experience in pet-sitting for family and friends. I also have two of my own four-pawed friends that I adopted in 2019.
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello!
My name is Rachel. I am an animal lover and have had many pets throughout my life. Currently, I have one amazing cat, named Nina. I am patient and good with animals of all ages. I am open to roles with pet sitting, walking and general care. I can't wait to meet you and your pet!
- Rachel
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I am 25 years old, and I love animals! I have 4 years of paid work as a dog sitter but I love all kinds of animals! I myself have a cat :-) I'm well aware that all animals, like us people, have varying degrees of behaviors and personalities so I understand the importance of getting to know your pet!
I enjoy long walks. So...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Katherine H.
Van Nuys, CA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Dedicated Pet Sitter Looking For Occasional Or Part-time Opportunities
Animal lover - cared for dogs, cats and tortoises previously for both my own and others pets. I am responsible and dependable.
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience boarding dogs and cats at my home:
I follow any instructions that is given so your pet will stay on your schedule.
I've watched all sizes of dogs. If your pet is doing a boards please let me know if your pet is friendly with children as I have two kids under 6 years old. My children are very nice and...
Alexcia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, dog training
Allison K.
Van Nuys, CA
$15-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
An Artist Looking To Fill My Spare Time With Your Furry Friends!
I grew up on a farm in Pennsylvania around a lot of animals. I love the outdoors and spending time taking walks with nature.
I've always had at least one animal throughout my life and right now I own a cat and a chihuahua. I have experience with many different types of animals and love all of them! From horses, to snakes, to...
Allison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am very experienced in working with animals. I grew up with several dogs, cats, and horses, and helped train and take care of them. Additionally, I have worked for several professional pet care services such as PJ's Pups, Rover, and Wag (in both New York City and Portland). I have worked as both a dog walker and dog/cat...
5.0
"Maya was so great with our 10 week old Pug Pancake! He was well taken care of and so was our home. We will absolutely hire her again!"
Madison B.
5.0
(1)
Animals lover. Does your dog needs a walking buddy? Someone to feed them as scheduled? Scoop that poo? They can count me in. Does your cat needs a sane cat lady? A hooman cushion? Someone to feed them as scheduled? Scoop that poo? They got it!
Maybe your fish needs to be tend to? Plants need to be watered?
*I use sign...
Alma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Alma was very punctual which was very important to us. She followed our instructions for caring to our cats to the tee and we trust her in caring for them while we were away. We always felt that our girls were in good hands. "
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Van Nuys, CA
Darlene O.
5.0
When I travel Darlene cares for my two dogs.
She walks and feeds them twice daily. She loves animals and it shows! My dogs get very excited to see her. Darlene also brings in my mail and waters plants.
- Tauby R.
Donte P.
5.0
Donte has taken such good care of my pets (2 dogs and a cat), many times. He follows my instructions for feeding and playing with them, and genuinely cares about their happiness and well-being. Definitely would hire Donte again!
- Care member
Olivier P.
5.0
Olivier has been taking care of my dogs for years. He is very responsible and caring. He feeds, walks and hangs out with them. He does a great job! My dogs love him. Highly recommended.
- Care member
Maya B.
5.0
Maya was so great with our 10 week old Pug Pancake! He was well taken care of and so was our home. We will absolutely hire her again!
- Madison B.
Alma B.
5.0
Alma was very punctual which was very important to us. She followed our instructions for caring to our cats to the tee and we trust her in caring for them while we were away. We always felt that our girls were in good hands.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Van Nuys, CA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Van Nuys, CA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Van Nuys, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $17.06 per hour as of May, 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Van Nuys, CA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Van Nuys, CA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 18 cat sitters in Van Nuys, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Van Nuys, CA?
The best cat sitters near you in Van Nuys, CA have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Van Nuys, CA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Van Nuys, CA if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Van Nuys, CA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Van Nuys, CA, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.
Ratings for Van Nuys, CA cat sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Cat Sitters in Van Nuys, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters.