Find Trusted Dog Sitters Near Me in Palo Alto, CA
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60 dog sitters are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Palo Alto, CA
Hello, I would dog sit growing up. I have no experience recently but I have a dog of my own. I enjoy spending time with him and taking him out for walks. I love animals and easy going when it comes to instructions.
Lesly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jazmin B.
Palo Alto, CA
$18-23/hr
I can help with pet sitting or if you need someone to walk your dog! I have had many pets so I love being with them. I can also help with washing and cleaning them!
My name is Aushante. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet sitting. I have been a dog walker/dog sitter and have been boarding dogs for 5+ years. I understand the importance of trusting someone to care for your "kids". I grew up with a household of furry friends! But I couldn't imagine my life...
Aushante can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Naima T.
Palo Alto, CA
$22-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dog care! Experience fostering, pet sitting, and walking dogs of all ages. I have a car and am willing to travel to you.
Naima can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Lauren K.
Palo Alto, CA
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd love to care for your pet. I am a garden teacher in Redwood City and I am looking for some part time work. Currently I'm based out of Palo Alto. I love animals and grew up with a cat and have grown a deep love for dogs in the past years. I've done house visit dog sitting and overnight dog sitting at someone's home on and off...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have took care of a dog for a month. It was a family friends dog. I would walk him to the park, play with him. I also would shower him. I got to experience how it's like to care for a dog. It was a lot of fun taking care of a dog and I'd to do it again.
Marina F.
Palo Alto, CA
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love working with animals there so easy to work with I have been a dog sitter for over an year and have been able to manage taking care of 4 dogs per week. I take them on walks , parks , feed, and bathe if necessary
Marina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
Ingrid H.
Palo Alto, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Compassionate Former Vet Tech For In-home Pet-sitting, Visits, Pet-care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a lifelong bay area local animal lover with many animal-related caretaking experiences. I gained a lot of experience in my twenties working as a veterinary assistant in a companion animal hospital. I have also worked in horse barns and hobby farms. I offer dog walking, daily check-ins, and home and pet-sitting in...
Ingrid can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Ingrid took care of my 2 indoor cats in her space for almost 3 months while I was abroad for an extended time. I sensed in her that she was a compassionate animal lover from the moment I met her. Her communication is fast and professional, even sent me pictures...
Care member
Angelica V.
Palo Alto, CA
$16-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Angelica I'm 25 years old, I love animals and I've been working as a petsitter for 7 years, I have experience with cats and dogs. It's been easy for me as I grew up in a farm with lot of animals and my parents taught me how to respect and love them.
I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting.
Angelica can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I'm passionate about animals. I do have 2 beautiful cats and had a incredibly dog for 17 years. I'm always watching my friends dogs/cats when they need.
Fernanda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
Hello there! I have owned several pets over the years, including dogs, cats, birds, fish, hamsters, and a bunny. I'm also comfortable caring for reptiles, amphibians, and rodents. I'm available to check-in on your pet for feeding and socializing, as well as take your pet out for a walk (if applicable). Overnight is also...
Christine can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Tara, I'm currently 22 and have lived in the Bay Area for my entire life. I'm currently working on my BA in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing at Menlo College in Atherton. I've grown up with pets for my entire life, even as a kid they never scared me! I had a Shetland Sheepdog from when I was 7 to...
Tara can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello family ,
For 4 years I cared for 2 80lbs goldendoodles !
They were the most amazing , lovely doggos!
I cared for them M-Thur 6am-6 p.m. . I walked , groomed , showered when accidents happened , picked up after them , played games , attempted to train and drive the animals .
I also have pets of my own 1 maltipoo 17lbs...
Ruby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Denise C.
Palo Alto, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience with working with a variety of breeds, and varying sizes and ages. I've taken care of 4 dogs, aside from my own at home. I can serve as a walker, play buddy, sitter, feeding, and overnight sitter Friday-Sunday
* My child has severe cat allergies, so would prefer to NOT solicit care opportunities for cats or...
Denise can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been fortunate to have animals in my life. I grew up taking care of bunnies, hamsters, dogs, cats, fish, and horses. Needless to say, I love animals of all shapes and sizes. I can provide light grooming and baths along with general care and love.
Zandalee can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Great with my cat! Gave regular updates. Good communication. Would love to work with you again!"
Samantha Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Introducing myself as your friendly neighbor, Alexia. I grew up in Redwood City attending Woodside High School, and now studying to earn my bachelors degree at San Jose State University. I have tons of experience with dog walking and pet sitting. Please reach out with any questions you may have.
Alexia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Alexia was delightful and took care of my two cats including a timed medication for one while we were out of town for a week. Highly recommend."
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently a stay at home mom to my toddler, and I love animals! I've had wonderful pets all my life- cats, dogs, fish, and bearded dragons.
I'm available for drop-in pet sitting and will be in town throughout the holidays.
I'm responsible, patient, and easy-going. Besides basic feeding and cleaning up after your pets, I...
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Lisa is wonderful! She brings positive energy every time she babysits for our child and takes care of our dog. She does it all- keeps our child happy at home and outside at playgrounds, takes our dog on long walks, cooks, helps with errands and whatever else we...
Marie J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I always had dogs in my house, before living in the USA, I lived in Brazil and had 4 dogs, I used to walk, run and play.
Bruna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Sam and it's a pleasure to meet you! I graduated from San Francisco State with a degree in Psychology and am currently pursuing my Master's in Counseling Psychology. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. My partner is the assistant manager at a dog training facility in Belmont, so I have had lots of experience with dogs of...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have never made a full-time job out of taking care of animals. I do know how to care for them as I have had my own animals and currently own a kitty a long with two other dogs that live in my house! I love animals to death. I would love to be your trusted choice in caring for your pet or pets. I would give them all the love...
Amber can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Amber was good to her word. She showed up on time. My pet was in good spirits when I returned home."
Ben A.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Palo Alto, CA
Ingrid H.
5.0
Ingrid took care of my 2 indoor cats in her space for almost 3 months while I was abroad for an extended time. I sensed in her that she was a compassionate animal lover from the moment I met her. Her communication is fast and professional, even sent me pictures of the cats doing cute things. Her...
- Care member
Zandalee S.
5.0
Great with my cat! Gave regular updates. Good communication. Would love to work with you again!
- Samantha Y.
Alexia B.
5.0
Alexia was delightful and took care of my two cats including a timed medication for one while we were out of town for a week. Highly recommend.
- Elizabeth B.
Lisa G.
5.0
Lisa is wonderful! She brings positive energy every time she babysits for our child and takes care of our dog. She does it all- keeps our child happy at home and outside at playgrounds, takes our dog on long walks, cooks, helps with errands and whatever else we need.
- Marie J.
Amber R.
5.0
Amber was good to her word. She showed up on time. My pet was in good spirits when I returned home.
- Ben A.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Palo Alto, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Palo Alto, CA?
Dog sitters near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA is $19.71.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Palo Alto, 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.