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Claudia G.

Dog Sitting At Our Lake Forest Home Doggy Oasis

Lake Forest, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
Our loving family includes myself, husband, two sons (12 & 10) and 2 french bulldogs. We have a lovely house in lake Forest with a large size yard for dogs to run around to their heart's content. We also have a park nearby which we usually walk dogs 2x daily. We are indeed animal lovers here and would love to make sure your fur...
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Lake Forest, CA

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
I'm looking for a job that I enjoy doing in my free time now that I've started my career in Property Management. I've worked with animals my whole life. I grew up with cats and dogs, and started babysitting/dog sitting when I was very young. I worked for my soccer coach all through highschool and college. She had three kids,...
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Hi! Do You Need Someone To Wstch Your Furry Little Friend?

Lake Forest, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Madeleine and I love animals! If you help with your dog or cat, I'm here to help. I can pet-sit, take them on walks or just help take care of them!
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Animal Sitter/walker

Lake Forest, CA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I'm Valeria and I have years of experience. I am comfortable doing dog boarding and can dog sit/ walk when necessary. I love caring for animals because of how pure they are and they always seem to bring out the best in people. Every experience with a new animal has been unique which is why I love doing it. I have experience...
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Lake Forest, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Pet sitter. Dog Walking, Daily Visits, Potty Breaks. If having a soul means to be able to feel love and loyalty and gratitude, then animals are better off than a lot of humans.
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Part Time Animal Sitter

Lake Forest, CA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog owner and lover with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Lake Forest, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
My name is Leslie. I am available to take care of all your pet needs. I am responsible, loving, and caring. I'm very comfortable around all kinds of pets large or small. My most recent pet sitting position was with two chihuahuas. I have two dogs of my own. "Morgan" is a Border Collie/German Shepherd age 13 and "Little One" who...
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Pet Sitter

Lake Forest, CA

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Pet Sitting, House sitting, and walking services. Care for most animals including: cats, dogs, horses, exotic animals, etcetera. Owned and cared for a variety of animals for individuals.
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Lake Forest, CA

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$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover! I have a 1-year-old puppy at home who is an absolute light in my life. I have experience dog-sitting on an as-needed basis, from puppies to senior dogs. I have always have dogs and cats growing up and feel a special connection with animals.
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Pet Care

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
If your looking for a dog Walker, sitter, or just someone to love on your pet while you are gone I'm available. I can do overnights at your home. I'm available in the evening and weekends. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!

Care Member says "My dogs love Aileen! I always know my pups are in excellent hands when she cares for them. You know it’s a great match when they get excited to see her!...

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Pet Sitter And Walker

Lake Forest, CA

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$5/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
grooming
pet walking
I took care of the family dog as well as watched their 11-year-old daughter. I took the dog for walks daily and played with him in their back yard. I also helped out with a family walking their dog this summer while they were on vacation. I live in Lake Forest and am available days and evenings. I can provide you with references...
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Part-time Pet Care Provider

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
I will provide dog sitting in your own home. I love all types of dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages. I can also bathe and brush dogs.
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VIP Dog Caregiver

Lake Forest, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
My experience and wisdom in understanding animal energy are truly unique. I am deeply mindful of their needs and committed to providing exceptional care and attention. I take pleasure in offering services such as bathing, taking them to the park, and providing dog or house sitting while you're away.
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Lake Forest, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have had pets in my life since the day I was born, I had three cats that lived till they were 22, a sparrow that was rescued and she lived till she was 13, and currently have four bunnies, two of which are 8, one that is 4, and one that is a year old. I have doggy sat a couple times a black lab, a poodle (twice), and a shitzu...
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Grayson G.

Lake Forest, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
Hey my name is Grayson G, I have about 4 months of dog-sitting experience. I've been dog sitting Gus and Luna under the eye of two individuals I deeply love and respect and with care. com I'm hoping to make it my primary source of income as I continue in college studying cybersecurity. I'd describe my personality as patient,...
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Lake Forest, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality caring, friendly, cheerful I like working with animals because animals are Gods gift to us and bring so much love, peace, comfort, and fun I started working with animals when last year I started pet sitting. I have had pets my whole life, although I don't have any right now In my spare time, I...
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Part Time- Dogsitter Or Walker

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have a few years of experience from caring for a neighbors dogs, family and friends dogs. I love all dogs of all sizes and ages.

Melissa G. says "Kaela helped us out with a very last minute pet care request. She answered our request promptly and saved our weekend plans from being canceled! She...

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Lake Forest, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there! I'm Allie, looking for a position in Orange County California, and I'm looking for a loving pets to care for. With experience in nurturing newborns, animals, overseeing toddlers, and even helping out with primary schoolers, I'm well-equipped to handle a range of ages and stages and pets too! I am a dog lover and am...
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am a 21-year-old college student on the Dean's List, nearing graduation, with a passion for animal care. With three years of experience in pet sitting, I specialize in looking after dogs, while also having experience with cats. I provide reliable and loving care, including feeding, walking, and general pet maintenance. My...
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Pet Sitting

San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been sitting for about 5 years now. I Love animals, I have been around all houses hold pet, farm pets, and equestrian pets. I over many servises such as staying at your house walking your dog and or cleaning the house before you come home. I also will water plants while your gone. message me for prices.

Natalie K. says "My son loved her, and he's not easily taken to many :)"

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.84/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, CA

Dog Sitters in Lake Forest, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Aileen R.

My dogs love Aileen! I always know my pups are in excellent hands when she cares for them. You know it’s a great match when they get excited...

- Care member

Kaela R.

Kaela helped us out with a very last minute pet care request. She answered our request promptly and saved our weekend plans from being...

- Melissa G.

Samantha B.

My son loved her, and he's not easily taken to many :)

- Natalie K.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lake Forest, CA

Dog sitters near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA is $17.84.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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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