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Jordain P.

Part-Time Animal Sitter

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi I'm Jordain! I just recently transferred from Clovis Community College to San Jose State University for my B. S. in Biology with a concentration in Microbiology. I've been a babysitter and nanny for 5 years. I coached for Clark Intermediate School's 7th and 8th grade pep team for the last 3 years. I also started to dog sit...

Denise L. says "Jordain is awesome! She is very punctual, flexible and always willing to do anything extra asked of her. My dog has some trust and behavior issues and she...

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Styliani K.

Part-time Pet Sitter/ Pet Walker

Tustin, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
I provide pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. I have experience from owning two dogs for most of my life and pet sitting for friends and family. I am also a dog walker for a pet care service.

Lynne T. says "She is very friendly with my dog and he loves her. She texts me pics and a video when she's here to show me my pup. I really am happy with the care she...

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Adrienne D.

I'm A Single Mother Of 2 Grown And Flown Kids And Have Had Dogs For 30 Years So Love Kids And Dogs!

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I can provide pet/home sitting services and am willing to have your dog in my home as long as they get along well with my sweet 13-year-old Llasa Apso.

Callie S. says "Adrienne watched my pup while I was away and I couldn't have asked for a better pet sitter! Adrienne offered to have a meet and greet prior to the dates...

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Desiree R.

Dog Lover

Tustin, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am a dog lover. I was raised taking quality care of numerous dogs that still hold a special place in my heart. I have done dog sitting for neighbors and friends. Since I've been married, I have lived in apartments that don't allow dogs. I am missing them tremendously. By helping you and your little ones out you are...

Jennifer B. says "Desiree is amazing! We were nervous about leaving our cats for the first time. Desiree was so nice to come over before our trip to meet us and go over...

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Samantha C.

Samantha

Trabuco Canyon, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello:)! My name is Samantha and I am a college student home for the summer. I am a huge dog lover and have had lots of experience not only walking, but dog sitting as well. I am very active and very outgoing along with having a flexible schedule. Let me know if I am someone you would be interested in!
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Samantha B.

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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Carri C.

Extreme pet lover sitter~walker

Laguna Niguel, CA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi! My name is Carri, I reside in Laguna Niguel. I have been dog walking, pet/house sitting for 30 years. I provide excellent care and companionship for your pet! I offer daily, weekly, overnight & extended care, feeding, yard cleanup & oversee medication(s). It's vital to know that your pet is being loved & well cared for by a...

Care Member says "Carri does a great job taking care of my dog. She makes us feel like a part of the family."

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Wafaa D.

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
My name is Wafaa. I am a mother of two kids. I am currently a stay at home mom. I work as a nanny a babysitter and a dog sitter on my free time. I love pets. I like to go on walks during my free time. For the past 3 years I have been dog sitting my friends dogs and I really enjoyed it.

Care Member says "Waffa really has a warm heart. When she took care of our dogs, she treated them like their dogs. I really appreciated"

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Jennifer A.

Pet Sitter

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
I am a previous owner and operator of a dog daycare. I have over 15 years of experience caring for pets. Owning and operating a dog daycare enabled me to work with all types of breeds. Whether your dog is super active, suffers from separation anxiety or elderly, I am able to be play or simply show them the love and compassion...

Cinnamon T. says "Jennifer was so attentive to my senior dog's needs!"

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Therese F.

Pet Sitter, Dog Walker

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I provide pet sitting in your own home, as well as, dog sitting in my clean home. I am a loving and caring Mom of three amazing kids and one Lab fur-baby. I have a great amount of experience in caring for dogs. I am Certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. I am passionate about the Health, Wellness and Fitness of dogs. I can sit with...
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Jamaica M.

Pet Sitter

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
I have owned dogs my whole life and currently have a female Rhodesian Ridgeback. I also care for a Rancho Santa Fe mixed breed female in my home overnights when the family goes out of town. I have a very flexible schedule to accommodate your pets needs. I'm available to come to your home to feed/water/play/walk your pets during...
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Jennifer R.

Animal Friendly And I Love Dogs

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I have been pet and house sitting for the past 10 years and have had a love for animals my whole life. I especially am a dog lover and have had many dogs in my life.. I have worked with children and adults who have disabilities, diabetes, autism, Alzheimer's, dementia and paralysis. . I have many personal references that would...
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Sonata D.

Laguna Beach, CA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
Me and my daughter love animals very much. I Provide Dog Sitting In Your And My House.
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Chloe H.

Tustin, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Growing up I was always around pets, my family always had at least one dog and a cat in the house. Since I've moved to the United States I've been helping families with their animals (dog walking, pet sitting, daily drop in) I believe to be reliable, professional and meticulous. I'm comfortable walking/exercising both big and...
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Aysel A.

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
pet transportation
Greetings, I am a certified dog walker since 2018. I grew up with a super pet friendly family. We had dogs, cats, birds and aquarium animals. I spent a lot of quality time with them. I have many experiences with pet sitting. I enjoy their company, I do not see it as a job at all! I am a huge advocate for exercise so don't...

Jason P. says "Aysel is one of the most amazing animal lovers I have ever witnessed. Her capacity to relate to and love animals is truly remarkable and a joy to watch....

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Loretta A.

Responsible, Home Care Provider For Pets

Irvine, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
pet transportation
I'd describe my personality as energetic, caring, responsible I like working with animals because I love to give them the extra love and attention they long for and their families work schedules don't always have time for I'm looking for a job that fills the extra time I have since I retired I started working with animals...
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Crystal C.

Irvine, CA

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I will provide pet sitting in your own home. I am very experienced with animals, I absolutely adore them. Have a bunny and a dog of my own. I am very active so taking your pet out on walks or for play time won't be a problem if necessary. Been taking care of animals since I was 10 years of age.
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Sophie L.

Reliable Pet Sitter & Animal Lover

Irvine, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Sophie. I'm an animal lover with three cats and one dog at home, so I have lots of experience caring for pets. I'm patient, gentle, and reliable. I can visit your home to feed, play with, or walk your pet, and I'll make sure they feel safe and loved while you're away.
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Catheleen S.

Pet Sitter - Part-Time or Full-Time

San Juan Capistrano, CA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I've owned pets my entire life. Some with diabetes (injecting once a day.) Our household has 4 dogs and one cat. The lady I am a caregiver for owns 3 dogs (sometimes up to 5 animals.) While performing my 24/7 shift, I'm responsible for all the animals. The last two women and one man I had been a care-giver for has had at least...
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Tara N.

Trabuco Canyon, CA

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Tara and a huge pet lover! I am very active and currently have a dog, cat and 2 fish aquariums! I am familiar with all kinds of pets though. I'm currently looking for some work while I am on a 12 week break from school. I'm a nursing student and currently waiting for a clinical site so I can finish my clinical...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.25/hr as of November 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

Jordain P.

Jordain is awesome! She is very punctual, flexible and always willing to do anything extra asked of her. My dog has some trust and behavior...

- Denise L.

Styliani K.

She is very friendly with my dog and he loves her. She texts me pics and a video when she's here to show me my pup. I really am happy with...

- Lynne T.

Adrienne D.

Adrienne watched my pup while I was away and I couldn't have asked for a better pet sitter! Adrienne offered to have a meet and greet prior...

- Callie S.

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 $18.25.

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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