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Amayrani B.

Goleta, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I have been dogsitting and dog walking for a couple of years. I love all the dogs and other pets I care for like if they were my pet. I enjoy going in long walks if needed (good for getting my steps in haha) please message me if you are looking for a pet sitter.
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I Am An 18 Year Old High School Senior Who Enjoys Working With People And Animals Of All Ages.

Goleta, CA

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$21/hr
I am an 18-year-old who is looking to help families with whatever care or odd jobs they need. I am able to walk dogs, house sit, pet sit, baby sit, provide company for seniors, and I have experience with farm animals. I'd describe my personality as caring, goofy, and determined I like working with kids because they are care...
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Goleta, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Angellina and I am a recent UCSB grad! I am looking for work an extra job and I love pets and miss taking care of them so I believe this is perfect. I work downtown 3 days a week. I regularly foster dogs from SBCAS and take them to beaches and local trails for walks. I have lived with pets for basically my...
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Pet/House Sitter With Plenty Of Availability!

Goleta, CA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Cassidy and I am looking to help out with any dog sitting /or house watching you may need! I grew up having dogs my whole life myself, so I think that in itself was the bulk of my experience with dogs, both small and large dogs. I go to school in Santa Barbara , and I regularly dog sit and house sit for various...
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Pet Enthusiast!

Goleta, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi everyone! I love all animals and am especially comfortable with dogs and cats. I have grown up always having a pet in my home. I have two years experience of house sitting and I am very comfortable with check ins and dog walking.
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Goleta, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a lifelong animal lover with lots of experience caring for pets. I grew up in a home with three dogs, so daily walks, feedings, playtime, and lots of love have always been a natural part of my routine. While I haven't been paid for every job, I've done drop-ins and pet-sitting for neighbors and friends over the years....
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I Love Pets!

Goleta, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Emma and I am a freshman at Santa Barbara City College. I moved from the Bay Area over the summer, leaving my pets :( I would love to help anyone else that needs an extra hand with their animals! i'm good with dogs, cats, bunnies, fish, hamsters, ( and more ) i've had them all! I currently pet sit for a family...
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Pet Sitter

Goleta, CA

from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've had dogs, cats, and reptiles growing up and I have 7 years of pet sitting experience. Contact me for references.
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Tanushree C.'s Photo

Goleta, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I've been an animal lover my whole life and have 2 cats and a dog who are all rescues. I've been dog sitting for the past 3 years and have loved meeting everyone's babies!
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Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Goleta, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have pet sit both cats and dogs on numerous occasions (over 5 times) I additionally spent a summer dog walking.
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Ioanna C.'s Photo

Goleta, CA

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$16/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Ioanna. My whole life I grew up with a dog! He is my love & while I'm away at school I miss him. I also love cats and always house sit for a family friend at home during the summer.
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Natalia V.'s Photo

Goleta, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had pets my whole life and have taken care of several others the past few years. I am a huge animal lover and have lots of experience taking care of many different pets with the most experience in dog care! I can help with sitting, walking, feeding, playing, and anything else necessary.
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Anna G.'s Photo

Goleta, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I recently moved to Santa Barbara from Dallas for work and am looking to dog sit, walk dogs to make a little extra money and also just spend time with dogs. I left my family dog (vizsla) at home and am definitely missing having a dog around. I have experience walking and taking care of energetic dogs as well as overnight...
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Animal Lover

Goleta, CA

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Brooklyn I am a third year at UCSB! I am looking for pet sitting job opportunities to save some money while in college as well as get to hang out with your furry friends! I am I huge animal lover! I have grown up with dogs, cats, and horses. I have 3 years of experience pet sitting. I can help with overnight...
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Pet Sitter Available!

Goleta, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am Devon and I have much experience caring for pets! My family 6 cats and a dog that I have cared for my entire life! I also have taken care of many of my neighbors pets!
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Pet Sitter

Goleta, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have grown up around dog and just got my own cat! I am very familiar with all the ins and outs of taking care of a pet! I am reliable and will treat your pet as my own!
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Catarina P.'s Photo

Goleta, CA

from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I am very comfortable around animals and would love to pet-sit for you! I have lots of experience with animals, especially dogs. My English bulldog, Jim is my best friend! He's super cute, but does require a lot of attention so I'm used to being a proactive caregiver.
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Dog And Cat Sitter

Goleta, CA

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have experience fostering a litter of kittens and adore animals. I grew up with cats and dogs in the home and through this have experience cleaning litter boxes, dog walking, and feeding. I would love to help out with pet sitting and dog walking!
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Lovable Animal Sitter

Goleta, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
I am happy take your dog or cat off your hands. I have taken care of all sizes of animals from medium sized to small dogs and of all ages. I am also very fond of cats because I grew up with them and I get along with them really well. I can help with walks, feeding, brushing, but most important I will provide your animal with...
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Pet Caretaker

Goleta, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! Along with taking care of kids, I would love to watch over your pets! I have experience walking dogs and dog/cat sitting. I grew up with many pets so I have lots of experience!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.24/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Goleta, CA

Dog sitters near you in Goleta, 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 Goleta, 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 Goleta, CA is $18.21.

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