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Dog sitters in La Jolla, CA
Kali R.
La Jolla, CA
$25-31/hr • 5 yrs exp
Animals are my passion. I provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I have been a pet sitter in and out of college with wonderful references. Give me a chance I am sure your fuzzy pet will adore me.
Kali can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, dog training
Michelle M.
La Jolla, CA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former volunteer of 3 years at the Chula Vista animal shelter, 2 years of independent pet sitting and 4 years of experience working with private pet sitting companies.
. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I have no difficulty exercising pets, have experience...
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hi! I am very comfortable with animals and absolutely love dogs! I have taken care of serval breeds and ages over the last 10+ years.
Mary B.
La Jolla, CA
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have a lifetime full of pet experience and 4 years of paid experience. I've worked as a veterinary technician for my full time day job for 2 and half years and do pet sitting on the side. I can help with transportation, pet sitting, overnight care, , dog walking and whatever special requests your pet may need!
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Carolyn B.
La Jolla, CA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a responsible and reliable animal lover, someone you can wholeheartedly trust with your pet. I understand the stress of leaving your pet in the care of someone else and being apart from them. I have years of experience pet sitting, dog walking, and have cats of my own.
Carolyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
My entire life I have grown up with pets which included bunnies, dogs, cats, and birds. I love animals and I currently have two cats (Yosh and Roxy) and a dog (Bailey). I would want your animals to receive the care that I provide for mine!
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Ixtzel D.
La Jolla, CA
$16-25/hr
As a senior dog owner, my priority is to ensure a safe and encouraging space for your dog to be happy and healthy. I provide dog sitting and dog walking services in your own home. Can perform cleaning services such as baths or light grooming and open to serving families with dogs of all sizes and ages.
Hello! My name is Emmerson and I am a college student at UCSD looking for work to fit with my course schedule. I have years of experience looking after pets- the most often being for a family with 6 cats, 2 dogs, and a rabbit. I have experience dog walking, litter scooping, and everything in between. I have my own cat at home...
Emmerson can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi! My name is Alexa and I recently moved to San Diego. I enjoy baking, long walks, painting and being outside!
I love to take care of kids and pets! I was a nanny for 4 years and have babysat since I was 16. I also have dog sat since I was 16. I would love to craft with your child or do fun outdoor activites! I would also...
Alexa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Experience with owning a dog as well as dog, walking in dog, sitting for friends and family. Love animals and people.
Savannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi! I am a current freshman at UC San Diego and I would love to pet-sit for your animals! I have the most experience with dogs (up to 70lbs), but I have also pet-sat for a cat before as well. I have 2 dogs of my own and I had a bearded dragon for 8 years. I am comfortable watching, feeding, and walking your pets. Thank you for...
Isabel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hayli S.
La Jolla, CA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have had experience caring for many different kinds of pets including chickens, dogs, cats, emus, turtles, birds, horses, etc! I can provide pet sitting in your own home, and will help your animals feel safe while you are gone. I have had 5+ years of experience caring for animals and would love to help you out!
Hayli can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Simone H.
La Jolla, CA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 3 of my owns dogs I've been taken care of dogs and cats my whole life.
I love animals a lot that's why I love dog sitting and being a dog walker.
Simone can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Brenna F.
La Jolla, CA
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 3+ years experience boarding and pet sitting dogs. I also grew up with large dogs and am comfortable with any pet you may have.
Brenna can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi Families! I am a recent college graduates who loves dogs! I grew up with a golden retriever myself, I am available to dog sit and to walk!
Anika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience watching and feeding my neighbors pets while they have been on vacation. I am very comfortable with all kinds of animals.
Aya can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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I have watched dogs from Labs, Beagles, to Pomeranians. I absolutely adore dogs and would love to watch yours. I have watched them both in my home and yours. If you need to know anything else, just ask.
Tanya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding
5.0
"Tanya is super wonderful! She spoiled my little dog with lots of walks and cuddles. He just adored her. Tanya was really good at providing regular updates which I really appreciated. I highly recommend her!"
Jamie M.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Every since I was a little girl, I always had a passion for pets. I always dreamed that one day I will have a big farm for all the dogs to come and live on so they don't have to be stray or be put to sleep. I love animals and caring for them! I grew up mainly with dogs as a child, but we also had cats, fish, and birds on...
Delaney can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Delaney was a wonderful babysitter for our infant daughter."
Harold T.
Makenna K.
San Diego, CA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I'm 26 years old and animals are the one thing I am most passionate about! I have so much love for all animals. Dogs, cats, birds, exotics etc. I've had dogs and cats all my life. I currently live in north clairemont with my boyfriend of 6 years. We have two labs that mostly stay at his parents house in alpine just because...
Makenna can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Makenna took excellent care of my labs. I had to leave last minute for a week long trip and she was able to watch them with short notice. Not only did she watch them, she took them on walks, to the park, and went way beyond my expectations. She was reliable and...
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5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rhona and I'm 26 and from Ireland. I've had pets growing up my whole life with one dog named Monty for 15 years. I love dogs and they love me! I've experience dog sitting my friends and neighbors dogs over the past few years and I love it! Who couldnt love looking after dogs for a living?!
Rhona can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in La Jolla, CA
Tanya M.
5.0
Tanya is super wonderful! She spoiled my little dog with lots of walks and cuddles. He just adored her. Tanya was really good at providing regular updates which I really appreciated. I highly recommend her!
- Jamie M.
Delaney W.
5.0
Delaney was a wonderful babysitter for our infant daughter.
- Harold T.
Makenna K.
5.0
Because I’d like everyone who is in need of childcare to have the opportunity to meet Makenna. She is amazingly with children.. has a world of patience, is kind a gentle, sweet and loving.. the kids adore here and is definitely a diamond. She loves to be outdoors, is hands on, adores babies and is...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in La Jolla, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in La Jolla, CA?
Dog sitters near you in La Jolla, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in La Jolla, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA is $17.33.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in La Jolla, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in La Jolla, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in La Jolla, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in La Jolla, CA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in La Jolla, 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.