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Shawna H.

Colfax, CA

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Have grown up on a farm with dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, and goats. I have been a dog walker and house sitter overnights for over 7 yrs. Referrals upon request.
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Cherie V.

Dog Or Cat Sitter/dog Walker

Colfax, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have nannied for multiple families and always took good care of the animals too. One family I worked for also turned into pet sitting jobs while they went on vacation.
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Marissa G.

Animal Lover!

Colfax, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello my name is marissa. I am currently looking for animals to provide boarding, walking or sitting. I have owned dogs for many years. Cats as well, guinea pigs, fish, and hamsters. I live in colfax and am willing to travel up to 15 miles in any direction. I am very flexible but prefer to board in my home. I've got lots of...
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Kayla L.

Colfax, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have never pet sit someone else's dog, however I grew up with pets (cats and dogs) and I take care of them all the time. I'm an absolute pet lover they are my world and I'd like to share that love for pets with others.
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Emily P.

Housekeeper & Pet Care Available In Nevada County & Beyond

Grass Valley, CA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
attic cleaning
cabinet cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
I have experience with chickens, cats, dogs, small farm animals, horses. I can pet sit all of the above. I'm available to sit at your house and in some cases am willing to bring dogs to my house depending on size, breed & temperament. I have extensive housekeeping experience and am available for light housekeeping to full move...
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Cynthia S.

I LOVE Animals!

Meadow Vista, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Ive been an animal lover my whole life. Ive done alot of pet sitting over the years but just started getting paid approximately 4 years ago. Ive taken care of dogs, cats, chickens, goats, fish, horses, iguanas to name a few.
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Destiney S.

Grass Valley, CA

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$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Responsible and caring pet sitter with experience providing care for dogs, cats, and small animals. Skilled in feeding, walking, and keeping pets safe and comfortable. Known for being reliable, trustworthy, and treating every pet with love as if they were my own.
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Haley M.

Meadow Vista, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello everyone! My name is haley and i'm 22 years old, I am currently looking for housesitting/pet-sitting/babysitting jobs as a part time job! I've been pet sitting and dog walking for 3 years and have references available upon request. As I have animals of my own. I take pride in making sure that your animals are happy and...
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Sharon W.

Pet Sitter Available Now

Grass Valley, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, my name is Sharon. I love animals! I have worked at a dog boarding business in the past and had a wonderful experience feeding, playing and caring for dogs. I also am an experienced house sitter and can care for your animals and plants while you're away. I'm able to do dog walking as well as pet cleanup and feeding visits...
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Shannen A.

Grass Valley, CA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi there I'm looking for extra work and would love to get into pet sitting for your dogs and cats I have my own transportation and I'm available on Saturdays
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Mystery W.

Loving Experienced Animal Caregiver

Grass Valley, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I've had cats and dogs my whole life, and caring for animals is one of my greatest joys. I've adopted and loved several senior dogs, supporting them emotionally and medically through their final years, as well as a traumatized rescue cat and a puppy I trained using positive reinforcement. My background in Applied Behavior...
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Jillian H.

Ranch Manager, Multiple Dog Walker, Cat Feeder, And Rodents

Grass Valley, CA

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
Rates: $50/ half day $100/ full day Discounts over 3 days/7 days/14 days Extra $10 per pet Discounts and Adjustments based on number of pets and duties I have done 3 house sitting jobs in the past year. The first in North San Juan during the snowstorm last winter in December. I fed 4 dogs and 2 cats in an off-situation for 8...

Care Member says "Jillian has cared for my two pet birds for weeks at a time when I’m out of town. She goes above and beyond, and I’m very grateful for that. Two examples...

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Kathryn B.

Pet Sitter, Dog Walker, Cat Lover!

Garden Valley, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
I have three cats myself, and grew up in a house full of cats and dogs. I can walk dogs, potty them, clean litter boxes, administer oral medicine, and love on your pets!
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Mikynna A.

Animal Lover!

Grass Valley, CA

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$17/hr
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Over the past several years, I have gained hands-on experience in pet sitting and dog walking for a variety of animals including dogs, cats, and small pets. My responsibilities have included feeding, walking, playing, administering medications, cleaning litter boxes, and ensuring pets feel safe and cared for while their owners...
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Jordan F.

Grass Valley, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have taken care of cats, dogs, hamsters, and rabbits.
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Grace M.

Auburn, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am Grace, a second year student at UC Santa Barbara. I have grown up with pets my entire life, and have been pet sitting other's pets for all of my teenage years. I love dogs, cats, and even fish if you need! I have a car and am happy to transport dogs for walks or other needs. I am open to sleeping at your home if your...
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Lita S.

Dog Walker, Pet Sitter

Grass Valley, CA

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$25/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had and loved dogs and most recently cats as pets all my life. My pets have been like children to me as I never was able to have the latter! I also help seniors as a caregiver and often loving and tending to there pets has been part of my job.
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Everton R.

Loving, Energetic Pet Sitter Available

Auburn, CA

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$26/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home, dog walking, playtime and outdoor activities, and overnight care. I have taken care of puppies as young as 3 months old to dogs and cats as old as 12+ years. Located in NW DC, I'm also happy to travel to Virginia and Maryland.
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Emma M.

Nevada City, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
I have over three years of experience caring for a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, and livestock such as horses, sheep, ducks, and chickens. Pet sitting has become one of my favorite things to do--I truly enjoy spending time with animals and caring for them as if they were my own. My deep love for nature and animals...
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Sarah D.

Auburn, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm a lifelong animal lover who's grown up with two dogs, and I've always loved being around animals. In high school, I was the go-to pet sitter for my friends whenever they went out of town, so I've had plenty of hands-on experience caring for dogs of all sizes and personalities. I'm comfortable with walks, feedings,...
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  • 35 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.75/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Colfax, CA

Dog sitters near you in Colfax, CA 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.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Colfax, CA 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 Colfax, CA is $16.75.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Colfax, CA. 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.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Colfax, CA 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.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Colfax, CA, 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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