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Sarah T.

Pet Sitter

Orinda, CA

from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home. I grew up with dogs and in high school worked at the Orinda Veterinary Clinic because of my love for animals. I am happy to take your dog out as well - I have a Boston terrier mix who loves other dogs and going on hikes and to the park if your dog likes to be social. Cats I am happy to...
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Leidy G.

Petstitter

Orinda, CA

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Animal Lover!! Most of my experience with animals I received from volunteer at a pet shelter at my home country, as well as having my own pets. 2 cats one dog. Some of the experience I have get in the United States have been by pet sitting as well as when I am babysitting. Love animals deeply and would love to be able to take...
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Anastasia T.

Part Time Pet Caretaker

Orinda, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
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...
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Shannan T.

Available To Walk Your Dog, House Sit Or Board

Orinda, CA

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hello, I am free to care for your pet or house. Kids off to college and have a lot of extra time on my hands. VERY reliable and possibly last minute if needed. Thank you for your consideration.
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Bridget B.

Pet-Sitter And Dog Walker

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet walking
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.

Care Member says "Bridget has been so helpful around the house and with our little dog, who adores her. Highly recommend. "

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Milagros O.

Fun Animal Loving Pet Sitter Available

Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(0)
from
$32/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
Hi everyone! I'm Mila and I would love to watch your fur babies. I have a few of my own as well as the ongoing petsitting for 3 fur babies I see once every couple weeks! I love animals and wish to have as many as I can have. I'm energetic and will not mind running with your dog to get their wiggles out.
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Kaylee G.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi everyone! I have been pet sitting for 3 years now. I have cared for dogs, cats, rabbits, goats, ducks, and horses. I am from the central valley so I am very familiar with all kinds of animals! I absolutely love animals especially dogs and cats. I have 3 dogs & 1 cat currently. I am open to any way I can help you and your...

Jack C. says "Kaylee is better than I could've ever imagined. She is very helpful and trustworthy. She was willing and capable of taking care of all of my animals! Will...

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Hailey R.

Part-time Animal Lover Available

Alameda, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have loved animals my whole life. Right now I own one cat and three dogs! I can provide animal siting in your own home, my home, dog walking, cat sitting, etc. I've been experienced with animals for years and am looking forward to spending time with yours! I don't have much experience with animal watching other than when I...
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Jasmine S.

El Sobrante, CA

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I love animals and am especially comfortable with dogs and cats, but am not intimidated by others and can learn their care routines easily. I helped out in a grooming shop for about 6 months some years back, have cared for a few of my own cats and dogs, and have walked dogs for friends and family. I can help with Pet...
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Joanne E.

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter/Cats/Overnights

Alameda, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a professional cat pet sitter and small dog breeds. For the last several years (March, 2014) I have been a dog walker, pet sitter/house sitter for cats and dogs, give oral medications and an animal companion. I love what I do and enjoy every minute of it! I have a calm, non-overreacting personality when reacting to an...

Care Member says "I hired Joanne to look after my two cats while I was out of town. She’s done that several times now. I always get pictures of my kitties (assuming they...

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Kyo R.

I Absolutely LOVE Pets And LOVE To Take Care Of Them House Sitting As Well

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dog training
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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...

Sue A. says "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...

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Iman B.

Dog Enthusiast

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Being a dog lover, I've always been passionate about caring for, rescuing and owning dogs. After my first dog (of my own) in college at UCLA, I started dog sitting for some of my college friends' pets, which lead to housesitting and caring for other families' pets when they were out of town. After 3 years of house/dog sitting, I...

Care Member says "Hi reviewers, how are you? I'm so happy because the services were were everything I needed. We received excellent care worth you knowing about! Super...

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Eric S.

Alameda, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting/walking. I'm a mature, responsible, reliable, trustworthy, active and healthy lover of all animals. I'm looking to make some new pet friends. I have a 5 star rating on the pet care service walker platform with over 1100 dog walks completed.

Sam M. says "Eric was fantastic. I got home from a long trip and everything was fine. My cat is old, stuck in his ways, he has accidents if things are not as he likes...

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Sandra B.

Part Time Pet Care/Pet Sitting

Walnut Creek, CA

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 33 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
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 23 years of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I do have more references if you need them. I have people...

Allison S. says "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...

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Corinne W.

Animal Caregiving

Berkeley, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Feeling secure, knowing your beloved companion is going to enjoy the time spent apart makes those separations full of relief for the both of you! Safety, love, and playful creativity is how I engage with every animal. I provide this gentle approach relying on my strong intuitive connection with animals as well as my experience...
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Julia C.

Experienced With Dogs Cats And Rodents, Ill Love Your Animals Like My Own

Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I've been dog and cat sitting for years and now am the proud owner of a 1-year-old labradoodle. I absolutely love animals and am always happy to walk and hike dogs as well as play with cats or other small pets. I know when I am away I always want to know that the person caring for my pets is caring for them with all the love and...
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Allie B.

Loving & Responsible Pet Care

Oakland, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I grew up in Missouri caring for our 4 dogs, a cat, hermit crab, wild frogs, lizards and turtles! I have definitely been a life-long animal lover. Over the years I have pet and home sat for many of my babysitting clients and family/friends, and have dog sat with for about a year and a half hosting pups in my home....
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Sherry C.

Sherry's Pet sitting Services

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
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...

Teresa O. says "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...

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Sierra L.

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
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...
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Thomas M.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I'm Tommy I can help with dog and cat sitting. I have extensive experience with animals, including volunteering at the Oakland Zoo with giraffes and the East Bay SPCA. I am very comfortable and skilled with animals, and I have two cats of my own. I also have significant experience walking and cleaning up after dogs for a pet...

Marcia J. says "I traveled out of the country and left my two kittens with Thomas for a couple of weeks. He was great with them. He cleaned the litter boxes, fed them,...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Orinda, CA

Dog Sitters in Orinda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Bridget B.

Bridget has been so helpful around the house and with our little dog, who adores her. Highly recommend.

- Care member

Kaylee G.

Kaylee is better than I could've ever imagined. She is very helpful and trustworthy. She was willing and capable of taking care of all of my...

- Jack C.

Joanne E.

I hired Joanne to look after my two cats while I was out of town. She’s done that several times now. I always get pictures of my kitties...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Orinda, CA

Dog sitters near you in Orinda, 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 Orinda, 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 Orinda, CA is $16.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Orinda, 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 Orinda, 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 Orinda, 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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