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Dog sitters in Lafayette, CA
Bethany T.
Lafayette, CA
$23-40/hr
Hello! I am a very reliable, organized, and passionate sitter that has more than 10 years of experience with caring for furry friends! I've always loved animals and love building a level of respect and genuine care for them. I have experience with boarding pets for over two weeks at a time, and with administering any...
Bethany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home! I have been a pet sitter for over 3 years and have experience sitting dogs of all ages and sizes. I love all animals and have a dog and cat myself. I can give your dog a bath, administer medicine, go on walks, and give the most care to your furry family member.
Aubrie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have lots of experience and I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Sofia G.
Lafayette, CA
$16-21/hr
I would love to help you! I love pets, I have two cats and one dog, I have the experience and I do pet sitting overnight too.
Sofia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Gabriela, since I was a little girl, my life has been full of love for animals.
I'm happy to walk your dogs or cats, play with them and make sure they are active and happy.
If you have cats, fish or other pets that need attention in your home, I will be happy to visit them, feed them, administer medication or...
Gabriela can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Gabriela was a wonderful pet sitter! She was so communicative and sent us daily updates and photos on how our pets were doing. She and her husband stayed at our home and left it very clean and tidy. She went above and beyond and we would highly recommend her and...
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Kyo R.
Walnut Creek, CA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Absolutely LOVE Pets And LOVE To Take Care Of Them House Sitting As Well
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have a very flexible schedule and have pet sat forever. I have had many pets of my own (chickens, cats, fish, dogs) and know how important caring and loving them is. I have experience with special needs pets (my dog has bad anxiety) has had casts, have given pills, diabetic shots and cared for many sick pets. I have taken...
Kyo can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Kyo has been a great help to us! She is dependable, punctual, is a great communicator and natural caregiver. She has great energy and our senior dog just loves her! Kyo is a grown up and a joy to work with."
Sue A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In addition to being a dog walker, I have boarded numerous dogs in my own home and dog sat in various neighborhoods. I have worked with all types and sizes of dogs, from miniature Chihuahuas to Rottweilers and Dobermans. I have volunteered at the Dublin SPCA and I have a cat myself. I have also assisted my friend, who currently...
Sherry can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Sherry is fantastic! She loves animals, is punctual, reliable, super friendly and an all around lovely person. She was early to our meet up and communicated frequently during her stay, which I greatly appreciate. I hired her to stay the weekend with my needy cat...
Teresa O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My family bred Shiba Inus for over 10 years so I have grown up around dogs for a very large part of my life. We have always had a minimum of three dogs, so I have learned the responsibility of taking care of dogs from a very young age. On top of dogs in our household, I've grown up with two cats. All of my pets mean the world to...
Anastasia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding
Sierra L.
Pleasant Hill, CA
$19-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Sierra! I am a Caretaker with an agency that works with children of ages with special needs, and I love my job! I also own four cats, and pet sit as a side job! I am a cat owner and lover, but I also love dogs! I've pet sit since I was a Freshman in high school, and I am very good with animals. I am a verified pet...
Sierra can also help with: Pet sitting
Kayla C.
Concord, CA
$13-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up with pets always in the house. From dogs, cats, hamsters, etc., I've always loved animals. My mother owns a pet sitting service, and she used to take me with her to help take care of the animals. I am confident in my abilities to play and take care of your furry friends.
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been surrounded with animals my entire life! I have passion for dogs and love cats, birds, and rodents. You can assure your pet will be in excellent hands. I have a miniature dachshund of my own whom I love and care for all the time. I have experience with large dogs, sphinx cats, and chickens.
Bridget can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"It was my first time hiring from Care.com and I went through multiple profiles to find the right vibe and fit for my pet care needs. With 1 HUGE dog (143#), 1 indoor cat, and 6 chickens, Bridget was totally awesome and took care of them extremely well during my...
Carl B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been pet sitting since I was 13, so I have about 10 years of experience with walking dogs, overnights and general pet sitting. I also have years of volunteer experience at rescue foundations and love animals!
Kylie can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
4.8
(27)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a dog or cat growing up as a child. In my preteens, I started riding horses and became an advanced western rider and also worked at a ranch cleaning horse stalls and backing up trail rides. I have 21 years of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I do have more references if you need them. I have people...
Sandra can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding & more
5.0
"I've been using Sandie everyday for almost 3 years now. She took excellent care of my handicapped dachshund who was in a wheelchair. She walked him everyday and would take care of him while I was on work trips. She easily handled his extra special needs and...
Mike F.
5.0
(1)
Ever since I can remember, I have always been around and loved animals. I started pet sitting two years ago and have expanded my love for taking care of animals which has increased since I started. I have grown up with animals starting with cats, fish, birds, hamsters, mice, and a dog. Caring for animals has been my life long...
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"She is the sweetest, most professional, and hard working person I've had. Absolute love her services which go above and beyond what's expected. You will always have a good experience from Jessie's work"
John W.
Sha A.
Concord, CA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have experience with dogs, cats, birds and reptiles. I am a pet and house sitter. Cleaning, walking and socializing with pets included.
Sha can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, grooming, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"She is very flexible and can do multiple different tasks."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Riley and I am currently a freshman at Chico State University. From a young age I have always loved animals. Growing up I always had cats and dogs in my home as well as Guinee pigs, mice, and even a snake. I have many years of experience taking care of my own pets and pet sitting for friends and family. I also...
Riley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jennifer P.
Berkeley, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Pet & House Sitter, Gardener Available For Short And Long-Term Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a well-educated, responsible, organized, mid 30's female, with several years (15+) of house and pet sitting experience. I am experienced in caring for cats, dogs, fish, and small mammals, including feeding, exercise, grooming, medical and social needs. I am available for routine visits, overnight care, and longer-term...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"We are very pleased to work with Jennifer. She looked after for our Siamese cat when we were gone for 10 days. She has been very communicative, sent us photos of our cat, and responsible. "
Nihal C.
Naomi E.
Concord, CA
$11-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Naomi. I am 21 years old and currently attending San Fransisco State University. I have always been a pet lover. I grew up on the country and have been around animals my entire life. I am a mom to a cat and a dog. I am fairly small but my athletic background ensures that I can attend to medium sized to big dogs....
Naomi can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Taylor! I have much experience with loving and caring for other people's pets like they are my own. I have a dog myself, and am extremely responsible and could only imagine treating another person's animal how I would want a sitter to treat my dog when I am away; with as much love and care as I can give! I love activity,...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Hanna and I would love to help you care for your precious family member! I grew up with dogs and have always been my friends and family's go-to person for pet-sitting. I love getting to know each animal and understanding their likes and dislikes, meeting each pet where they're at. I've volunteered as a foster parent...
Hanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Lafayette, CA
Gabriela A.
5.0
Gabriela was a wonderful pet sitter! She was so communicative and sent us daily updates and photos on how our pets were doing. She and her husband stayed at our home and left it very clean and tidy. She went above and beyond and we would highly recommend her and consider hiring again!
- Care member
Kyo R.
5.0
Kyo has been a great help to us! She is dependable, punctual, is a great communicator and natural caregiver. She has great energy and our senior dog just loves her! Kyo is a grown up and a joy to work with.
- Sue A.
Sherry C.
5.0
Sherry is fantastic! She loves animals, is punctual, reliable, super friendly and an all around lovely person. She was early to our meet up and communicated frequently during her stay, which I greatly appreciate. I hired her to stay the weekend with my needy cat (on short notice!) and she also took...
- Teresa O.
Bridget B.
5.0
It was my first time hiring from Care.com and I went through multiple profiles to find the right vibe and fit for my pet care needs. With 1 HUGE dog (143#), 1 indoor cat, and 6 chickens, Bridget was totally awesome and took care of them extremely well during my business trip. She is truly a one in...
- Carl B.
Sandra B.
5.0
Sandra was great with my two little dogs. They are skittish rescues with anxiety. She won them over and they were happy all week with her. She was reliable and stuck to their schedule. I would definitely use her again.
- Allison S.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lafayette, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Lafayette, CA?
Dog sitters near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA is $18.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Lafayette, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Lafayette, 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.