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60 dog sitters are listed in La Mesa, CA
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in La Mesa, CA
5.0
(5)
I have two dogs that bring joy to my life.
I enjoy walking dogs and overnight pet sitting. I have cared for dogs, cats, rabbits and birds. I have given medication by your instruction. I am not a certified vet technician
Nancy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Nancy is the best! She is trustworthy, very reliable and most importantly, loves our dogs. She quickly established a great connection with our two dogs and has provided the best care for them (and our house). I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone...
Angela M.
Brittney S.
La Mesa, CA
$20-25/hr
Hi families! My name is Brittney, and I currently am a server at Olive Garden. I am offering child care, house hold services, and animal care.
I have always had a passion towards babysitting. I truly enjoy learning about the interests of kids and doing activities to bring out that creativity! I don't mind taking them to parks...
Brittney can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
Michele B.
La Mesa, CA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Michele and I have been pet sitting/house sitting for 3 plus years now. I am good with all dogs or cats. I have 5 clients as of now but am always looking for new ones. I charge less than it would cost you to board your animals and they are able to stay in their own home environment. I charge $40 a day for one pet and...
Michele can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
I am a loving owner of a rescue cat and an Australian shepherd, often we are joined by a chocolate lab (family dog). My family has owned dogs my whole life, I am extremely comfortable with canines of all size. I currently have a few regular customers with varying breeds of poodle, golden doodle, Australian shepherd, and many...
Riley can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I am a dog lover. Since I can't have a pet of my own, pet sitting and walking seem like the next best thing. My family always had dogs growing up and they have been some of the best friends. I would love to have the opportunity to pet as many furry friends as possible.
Magdalena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Savannah W.
La Mesa, CA
$20-21/hr
Although I haven't had paid experience yet, I have grown up owning cats my whole life! We currently have a beautiful cat with amazing blue eyes. I also grew up around dogs and am around them daily when with friends and neighbors! I know how important it is to have our pets cared for and loved, I would love to provide that kind...
Savannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Michelle R.
La Mesa, CA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've grown up with tons of pets throughout my life. I've owned dogs, snakes, lizards, fancy rats, many types of fish, frogs, horses, and even hermit crabs. I am completely comfortable with all animals and am willing to pet sit and take care of all critters big or small.
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Nicole C.
La Mesa, CA
$16-29/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello,
I have dog walked and pet sit for 3 years now and look forward to taking care of your pups when needed!
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking
About 6 years ago I was asked by family friends to pet sit for them over the summer and instantly I was hooked. I love pets of all shapes and sized but since I have none of my own pet sitting allows me to get my well needed fix of animal love in my life. Besides all the sweet animal love I get when pet sit I have to say my...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I can walk your dog or sit for your pets while you are away. I have walked dogs all my life because my family is a pet family
Tyeshea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have been a pet caregiver for German Shepherds, Yorkies, Labs and Siberian Huskies. I absolutely love dogs and would be more than happy to dog-sit!
Michelle can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Serena T.
La Mesa, CA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience dog sitting whether that means I stay at your home and have constant eyes on animals but also can pop in throughout the day!
Serena can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Nicole S.
La Mesa, CA
$16-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a dog and my grandma has a lot of cats so I know how to take care of them. I'm interested in sitting for them most definitely
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a cleaning/errand/pet sitting/nanny business and have many happy clients. I have dogs myself and understand the care and love it takes for your pet's comfort. I am reliable, trustworthy and love animals.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Jen is absolutely the best. There is no one outside my family that I trust more with my dog than Jen. She watched my baby pup when he was just 3-4 months old. Now that he's older, he's fine on his own, but I still drop him off at Jen's occasionally because I know...
Kevin C.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced college student who loves working with pets. I have been a dog walker for over 5 years now and absolutely love walking dogs. I also have experience giving baths, pet sitting, and doing check-ins. I have volunteered as a foster parent for dogs and puppies and I have owned many different types of pets such as...
Amber can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Amber is the absolute best. We trust her with our fur baby and 19 month old daughter. She's responsible and just the sweetest person. We're grateful we found her! "
Lisa H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover and I am happy to exercise with or care for your pets while you are away. I grew up with dogs as pets my whole life. I am always looking for new animals to walk or care for and I'm also able to do outings (dog park, dog beach, etc.) with your dogs. I have experience house sitting as well so I don't mind...
Whitney can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Nicole P.
San Diego, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Doctoral Student Looking To Help Out With Your Fur Babies
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My first word was "dog" so you could say I was an animal lover from a very young age!
My name is Nicole and I am a 26-year-old doctoral student at SDSU and UCSD looking to help out busy families throughout the San Diego community! I am an energetic, reliable, responsible and caring woman who has cared for friend's, neighbor's,...
Nicole can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Our dog absolutely loved Nicole, especially when she took "Scooby" on long walks! She texted us daily pictures of Scooby's big, happy smile. Nicole is personable as well as accommodating. We will hire her again."
Karen G.
Abigail B.
Santee, CA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there! I personally grew up with eight chickens, two dogs, two cats, and one snake. I'm no stranger to caring for multiple animals at once.
I am a competent and caring pet sitter. I have two years of professional experience, reliable transportation, and my pet CPR/First-Aid certificate. I care for dogs, cats, snakes,...
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We hired Abi to watch our German Shepherd puppy when he was 6 months old. Now he is a little over 2 years old and we will only use Abi to care for him. She came with experience watching big dogs already, so that was reassuring. She’s taken such great care of our...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jillian! I am 20 years old and a third year at San Diego State University. I absolutely love all animals and would love to help take care of yours! I have been around animals my entire life including cats, dogs, chickens, rodents, reptiles, and now work for a family with two alpacas! I am from Lake Tahoe so I love...
Jillian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Angelena I'm a long-time pet owner and a college student. I can provide check-in visits on your dog multiple times a day, dog walking, as well as pet sitting in your own home. I do have experience doing all three of these things for family friends, on care. com I mostly do childcare. I love pets of all species,...
Angelena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"My pets loved her and she was very good with them. She was also very professional and honest about her work. Totally recommend her!"
Liliana H.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in La Mesa, CA
Nancy S.
5.0
Nancy has taken care of my two cats on multiple occasions when I've had to travel for work, sometimes up to 2-3 weeks at a time. I felt terrible to have to leave them for so long, but could rest assured knowing they'd be in her care. She's professional, punctual, and most importantly to me, she's...
- Dena L.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer is terrific! She does an excellent job cleaning the house and an even better job on laundry. I've never seen my bedspread so white I'm not sure how she does it. My dog loves her and she is wonderful with her. Jennifer is kind and thoughtful and intelligent, I only wish I could take her...
- Marlene S.
Amber K.
5.0
Amber is great to work with. She has a wonderful attitude and always willing to do whatever she can to help.
- Rhonda B.
Nicole P.
5.0
Our dog absolutely loved Nicole, especially when she took "Scooby" on long walks! She texted us daily pictures of Scooby's big, happy smile. Nicole is personable as well as accommodating. We will hire her again.
- Karen G.
Abigail B.
5.0
We hired Abi to watch our German Shepherd puppy when he was 6 months old. Now he is a little over 2 years old and we will only use Abi to care for him. She came with experience watching big dogs already, so that was reassuring. She’s taken such great care of our pup. We have her stay overnights...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in La Mesa, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in La Mesa, CA?
Dog sitters near you in La Mesa, 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 Mesa, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in La Mesa, 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 Mesa, CA is $14.23.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in La Mesa, 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 Mesa, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in La Mesa, 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 Mesa, CA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in La Mesa, 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.
Ratings for La Mesa, CA dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in La Mesa, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.