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Benjamin Y.


Occidental, CA

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I can care for your pets in any way you need. Have worked with dogs, cats, rabbits, Guinea pigs, and mice, reptiles, birds, even horses. Walking dogs, feeding, washing, grooming.
Benjamin can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, dog training
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Melissa B.


Sebastopol, CA

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Delightful Dog Walker And Pet sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi My name is Melissa and I'm available for hire as a Pet sitter or Dog Walker. I have 10+ experience with animals (including large mammals), 5+ years as a pet sitter, 4+ years as a professional dog walker. I also have experience in meal prep for pets , making dog treats and toys, administering medication, as well as...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Melissa is a very hardworking and driven person I appreciate all she did for me and my pets."

David A.

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Slonne B.


Guerneville, CA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Care

I have pet sit for many families throughout my high school career. I have cats and dogs of my own at home to care for as well and have had years of experience.
Slonne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Erica B.


Forestville, CA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! Animals are the best. I've been an animal person all my life with many fur babies to care for. I've volunteered in animal shelters teaching kids from various challenging backgrounds about empathy for animals, animal body language and how to build trust. I've been a paid pet sitter because I am the only one they trust with...
Erica can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Nevaeh A.


Sebastopol, CA

$16-24/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Sitter, Pet Walker, Dog Groomer.

Hi, I'm Nevaeh. I love all animals, and I'm down to earth and funny. I can help you with dog grooming and walking, cat care, and pet sitting. I have experience bathing, grooming, brushing, and nail trimming from working for my aunt who owns a grooming business. I enjoy getting out and enjoying nature. In my free time, I like to...
Nevaeh can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
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Natalie G.


Sebastopol, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Animal Sitter/walker

Caregiver Hi! I am a loving and energetic animal sitter and walker. I am currently a student at the University and taking classes online, so I have a very flexible schedule. I live in a house with a fenced yard right next to a wonderful park, and I my own car for transportation. Since moving to Portland, I've become very...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Sage R.


Sebastopol, CA

$15-35/hr1 yrs exp

Sunny Energetic Pet Sitter And Belly Scratcher

I am a energetic college student with a passion for animals. I have over a year of experience working with dogs, cats, fish, turtles, lambs, cows, chicken, pigs. You name it I've probably feed it and given it a chin scratch. I've worked with dog breeds from chihuahua to great Dan's and cats from maine coons to domestic short...
Sage can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
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Robin C.


Sebastopol, CA

$25-50/hr

Attentive Pet Sitting In Your Home

I provide pet sitting ONLY in your home - no boarding. I have had my own dogs and cats in the past, and done quite a bit of house/pet-sitting over the years. I am loving and attentive in my care for all beings. References available. Unwilling to work with aggressive animals.
Robin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 7 years of experience working in the Veterinary field. I love working with animals. Other than the medical care for animals, I enjoy walking dogs and pet sitting
Brieanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Kyra M.


Forestville, CA

$18-21/hr4 yrs exp

Dog Sitter (day And Overnight), Walker, Basic Dog Obedience

Hi there! I've been working with dogs for the last few years doing rescue work, and dog sitting and boarding. Currently am working at a dog daycare boarding and training company for the last three years. I have dogs of my own and am very comfortable with different breeds and temperaments. As well as cats, I've house sit for cats...
Kyra can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
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Jennifer H.


Santa Rosa, CA

$27/hr1 yrs exp

I'm Like The Cool Aunt, But For Your Pet!

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with pet transportation and pet sitting. I love all dogs, cats, birds and reptiles. Although I am most familiar with cats and dogs, I am willing to care for your pet because I care for all creatures. Fur babies or babies with no fur ;) Doing what I love, and loving what I do, I look...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Jennifer was outstanding. Attentive to all of my pets needs. Would hire again."

Kristy T.

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Sharlene W.


Rohnert Park, CA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Charlie, a senior Music Ed. student at Sonoma State University. I have quite a number of experiences caring for homes, pets, plants, and children. My most comfortable age ranges for childcare are from 5 months to 6 years old, and 13 to 17. I grew up with cats in the home and I'm very familiar with their quirks, and I...
Sharlene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We quickly had confidence in Charlie and our dog was very comfortable with her right off the bat. We appreciated the Charlie seemed to give him a lot of attention, including playing ball and cuddling!"

Dani C.

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Alicia Y.


Healdsburg, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alicia and I have been a nanny/caregiver/pet sitter for 20 years. I have experience with dogs, cats, reptiles, rodents, bunnies, birds, fish, horses and goats. Having worked for many families throughout my 20 year career I have experience with special needs pets and animals that require medication or extended...
Alicia can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Morgan M.


Windsor, CA

$40-50/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable Housesitter/Petsitter

Hello! I am a recent college graduate and am looking for housesitting jobs. I have been housesitting for two years and have cared for a variety of animals (sheep, chickens, cats, dogs). Reach out to me at if you are looking for a responsible, respectful, and reliable house/pet sitter.
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Morgan is super conscience and takes her jobs very seriously. She is very dependable, intelligent, and very personable. She should be your #1 choice for all your care needs."

Jill M.

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Maddison S.


Windsor, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi- My name is Maddison and I'm 25 years old! I'm an absolute animal lover and have been pet and house sitting for a little over 10 years now. I'm completely comfortable with stay the night, giving medicines, walking, playing, cleaning, etc.. Typically when pet sitting I'm needed anywhere from 3-20 days, and will happily stay...
Maddison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Maddison has been our son's nanny for 9+ months. It's bittersweet to see her start her career and move on from being around our house. She has been truly wonderful with our kids, reliable, flexible and great to be around. Highly recommend!"

Jeremy S.

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Kendal J.


Santa Rosa, CA

$43/hr6 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hello my name is Kendal . I have experience in child and pet care. Our family has 6 dogs, cats, bunnies and a Guinea pig. I absolutely love animals and love spending time with them even more. I have also spent years babysitting and have a 2-year-old son I care for as well. I can clean, run errands and accomplish about anything...
Kendal can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"I hired Kendall to take care of my flock of 17 chickens and 3 ducks (+3 ducklings!), which she did masterfully! This involved keeping them fed, watered, warm, happy and safe while I was away. She arrived at 8 am in the morning and again at 5 pm to put them away,...

Maya L.

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Emily S.


Rohnert Park, CA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hello, my name is Emily, and I am a DOG LOVER! I have two pups of my own: Dede, a 3-year-old golden and Hooch, a 5-year-old pit. I have been pet sitting for 5 years now and fall more in love with animals each time I meet a new one. I am 19 years old and go to school, so I am just looking for some extra cash and to bond with as...
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
I attend Sonoma State university and I am interested in helping out with pet care! I have pets of my own (lab and a cat), and experience with pet sitting, dog walking, etc.
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Idalis P.


Santa Rosa, CA

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Ready To Meet Your Fur Babies And Love Them!

I have 4 years of experience in animal handling with a couple years as a vet assistant and the rest as a pet sitter for frequent clients. I work early morning shifts, but I always make sure the animals are good before I go and provide all my attention once I return to them. I have experience working with all types of dog...
Idalis can also help with: Pet sitting
I was a camp counselor for several years and had a blast, I thought working with kids was my dream until I started volunteering with dogs and realized they're basically just furry four legged kids but even better! Now I consider myself a doggie camp counselor and it's the most fun job in the world! Right now I volunteer at the...
Skyler can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Occidental, CA

Melissa B.

5.0

Melissa is a great pet sitter! She watched our little dog and two year old cats. Melissa sent pics and kept us updated through out the weekend!! I would definitely hire Melissa again. We are so happy that our fur babies are happy and well taken care of!!

- Karin A.

Jennifer H.

5.0

Jennifer was outstanding. Attentive to all of my pets needs. Would hire again.

- Kristy T.

Sharlene W.

5.0

We quickly had confidence in Charlie and our dog was very comfortable with her right off the bat. We appreciated the Charlie seemed to give him a lot of attention, including playing ball and cuddling!

- Dani C.

Morgan M.

5.0

Morgan is super conscience and takes her jobs very seriously. She is very dependable, intelligent, and very personable. She should be your #1 choice for all your care needs.

- Jill M.

Maddison S.

5.0

Maddison has been our son's nanny for 9+ months. It's bittersweet to see her start her career and move on from being around our house. She has been truly wonderful with our kids, reliable, flexible and great to be around. Highly recommend!

- Jeremy S.

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