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Angela J.

Fremont, CA

from
$25/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello there! My name is Angela and I'm from the Philippines. I started my first job here in the USA as a day care assistant. I am a responsible babysitter with experience caring for children ages 12months to 7 years of age. Skilled in creating fun, engaging and educational activities, while demonstrating a priority of...
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Pet Sitter

Redwood City, CA

from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
I can provide dog sitting in your home. I am a former Veterinarian Technician with about 1 year of experience in the medical field. I love and can work with dogs and cats of all ages and sizes.
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Compassionate Caregiver For Children, Seniors, And Pets: Loving Support For Every Stage Of Life

Fremont, CA

from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hi! I'm passionate about caring for animals and have 7 years of experience with a wide variety of pets, including dogs (big and small breeds), cats, birds, guinea pigs, rabbits, and fish (fresh and saltwater). I've cared for animals at all stages in life. Growing up surrounded by animals has given me a deep love for their...
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Menlo Park, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
- Experience dog walking, sitting, and over night care - At home, I have an almost 3-year-old Golden Retriever! Our favorite activities are going for long walks, playing at the lake, and taking naps:)
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Stanford, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am also a dog owner so I care for your pets as if there were my own. I have always loved animals so I dont mind cat sitting, dog sitting, bunny sitting etc. I also dont mind pets of all sizes as I have experiment ce caring for small, medium and large dogs. I can also perform grooming if...
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Redwood City, CA

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$22/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I had the pleasure of caring for two senior dogs as a pet sitter for a loving family. My responsibilities included feeding, administering medications, gentle walks, and providing lots of cuddles and companionship. I prioritized their comfort, routine, and well-being, making sure they felt safe and loved while their family was...
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Part-time Animal Caregiver Available!

Redwood City, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home as well as cat sitting/bird and fish feeding. I'm an experienced house sitter/care giver with 10+ years of animal experience. I work from home as an ESL Teacher online, teaching international students for the past 5+ years. I am a pet owner myself and take care of friends and family pets...
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Mountain View, CA

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have done dog sitting, walking, and care taking as I have a dog of my own. I can help take care of your dogs, get them exercise, and make sure they feel loved. I love animals and will make sure they get the best care.
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Your Future Pet Sitter

Belmont, CA

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi ! I am a very responsible, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of pet sitting experience. With me, your dogs and cats will receive good care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. With all my experiences and love, I'll be able to provide a supervised and safe, environment for your...
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Sunnyvale, CA

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$22/hr
Boarding
grooming
daily feeding
pet sitting
I love animal .. cats , dogs birds .. I have experience of taking care of birds and cats sitting, giving food and playing with them..
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Psychologist By Day, Pet And House Sitter By Night!

Belmont, CA

from
$50/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am an animal loving clinical psychologist with over 10 years experience dog walking, pet/ house sitting, and specialized animal care including special needs and senior pets. I have administered medication including daily insulin injections, pills and liquid medication. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds...
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Belmont, CA

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$23/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
hi! I'm yamileth but I go by yami , I'm super friendly and really responsible! I love animals, I've had 2 dogs and I always dog sit for family members too!
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Sunnyvale, CA

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$24/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Narce, I am 23 located in Sunnyvale CA available for any pet sitting / walks, house sitting and babysittings! Animals bring me such joy and happiness , I've been around dogs my whole life small and big currently we own a French bulldog. Definitely aware of all surroundings when it comes down to the pets ,...
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San Carlos, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a responsible, caring, and dedicated person with a strong love for animals. I have been taking care of dogs and cats for a year in a personal capacity. While I don't have formal training, I'm passionate about animal care and eager to keep learning. I enjoy spending time with pets, giving them attention, companionship, and...
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Mountain View, CA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
I have been working as a pet sitter or boarding Dogs for 3 years on the app Rover I like to take the dog as is mine. Give them love, cuddles, take walks, play with balls, be responsible, friendly, respectful.
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Loving Care For Your Pets

Sunnyvale, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have occasionally taken care of pets for families whom I have nannied for in the past when they went away. I have had a few pet sitting / dog walking jobs over the years. We also have had pets (cat, dogs, rats, Guinea pigs and mice) in our family for most of my upbringing. I love animals and would love to help you with your...
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Pet Sitter

San Carlos, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I love animals. I have 2 dogs myself, one golden retriever and a French bulldog. I have many years of experience. Please feel free to reach out to me!! I have very flexible hours.
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Pet Sitter In Sarasota

Stanford, CA

from
$20/hr
Administration of medicine
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up in Wisconsin surrounded by dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and fish. I love animals of all ages and providing a safe, secure, and fun environment for them. Additionally, I can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Dog Walker/ Sitter

Belmont, CA

from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello my name is Elizabeth but you can call me izzie. I've grown up with dogs all my life and have experience with dogs since a pretty young age. For the last two years I have been dog sitting for a old friend of mine
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Dog Sitter

Sunnyvale, CA

from
$19/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love take care pets play with them take them on walks and sometimes doggy parks too. I am good companions too
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.39/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you 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.

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 $21.39.

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.

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.

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.

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