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Alice M.

Fortuna, CA

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have had dogs my entire life. My aunt has a dog sitting business that I helped her with in my childhood. I adore all animals.
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Brittany M.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
I grew up with animals of all kinds, and am truly a lover of animals, and all animals seem to gravitate my way also. I cared for several of my neighbors pets for years as I was a youth and into adulthood. If I had the right set up, I would probably end up with my own pet rescue or zoo! My family now has 5+ rescue animals. I have...
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Pet Care, House Sitting, Family Assistance

Samoa, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello My Name is Carita and I have experience caring for animals professionally and with my own pet family members. I have worked for two pet care businesses in the Bay Area and have references through companies and my private clientele. I have worked as a professional Family Assistant for many years; with pet care and house...
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Leslie M.'s Photo

Bayside, CA

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a local mother and educator looking for some extra side work to support me through a time of unexpected extra expenses. I love pets, I already take daily long walks, have solid transportation and would be happy to help out my community in this way! I have long-term experience with cats and dogs. Also happy to take your dogs...
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Pet Sitter

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
Hello, I'm interested in pet sitting in Arcata or close by. I grew up with dogs and cats, so that is my main experience with caregiving for animals. I would not be able to take animals in my car, but could take walks with a dog close to your residence. I would like to work with non-violent, good mannered animals, and wouldn't...
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Animal Sitter

Eureka, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
I love animals and most animals love me too! I love taking dogs on walks, house and pet sitting when people need it and other pet related tasks! I am very dependable and I am great at following instructions precisely. I love spending time with pets and reading to them and making sure to talk to them and give them lots of love. I...
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Dog Mom

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up with cats and dogs, and spent many years of my life caring for them. I have a Husky/Shepard mix named Iris who was an absolute handful when I adopted her 4 years ago. Through her I have learned many useful training techniques. She will not be present for any sitting (unless you would prefer a playmate around) I can...
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Taylor P.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a reliable and caring pet sitter who treats every animal like my own. I have experience with dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments, and I'm happy to help with walks, feeding, playtime, and basic care. Your pet's comfort and safety are always my top priority.
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Loves Pets, And Great With Horses

Ferndale, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
On occasion I house-sat for my friend who had dogs. I walked and fed the dog while my friends were out of town. I also can clean your house and keep it organized while pet sitting. I only use natural products and the power of steam.
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Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been a pet sitter for over 2 years now and have grown up with a dog, kitties, a leopard gecko and birds! I have worked with other animals as well and would love to care for and hang out with your animals. I love being able to comfort your animals and stay communicative with the owner as well. I love nature and going on...
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Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Howdy! My name is Sophia and pet sitting and walking is one of my favorite things to do. I personally have experience with owning my own ball python snake and growing up with dogs small to very large. Chihuahuas and Mastiffs to be specific! I can do morning walks to evening walks to playing for an hour or two outside! My...
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Destiny D.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Destiny ! My journey into dog sitting started over two years ago when I cared for a friend's dog--and I instantly fell in love with it. Since then, it's become more than just a hobby; it's something I truly enjoy and care about deeply. As a proud pet parent myself, I know how much our furry friends mean to us. My own...
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House And Animal Sitter

Arcata, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Emme. I'm a college student living in Arcata. I have experience watching and caring for animals including dogs and cats while I have been a nanny. I am open to taking care of a range of animals with instructions. I'm a very active person who loves taking walks with dogs. I also have owned a dog and have cared...
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Experienced Pet Sitter

Eureka, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have lived with animals all my life and absolutely adore cats and dogs! I have worked as a pet sitter for many family members, friends, and coworkers. I am currently a student at College and am happy to help you take care of your fur babies! I have experience administering oral medicine, dog walking, cleaning litter boxes and...

Rene S. says "Clara was a great personal assistant, house and pet sitter. I have a home office, she helped with office tasks, phones, personal errands, as well as all the...

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Part-time Pet Sitter

Bayside, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I own two cats, and love animals. Over the past several years I have pet sit for several neighbors--dogs, cats, chickens, birds, a rabbit and fish. I have also volunteered at Sequoia Humane Society animal shelter.
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  • 15 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of February 2026

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Fortuna, CA

Dog sitters near you in Fortuna, 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 Fortuna, 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 Fortuna, CA is $17.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Fortuna, 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 Fortuna, 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 Fortuna, 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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