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Emma P.

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello pet parents ! I have had many of my own pets : dogs, cats, chickens, fish, and a horse for a short time. I am a animal lover through and through. I have been pet sitting off and on for the last 10+ years and provide professional, empathetic care for you and your pets.
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Elianah D.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have cared for my own cats, dogs, birds, a few fish, and lizards over the course of a few years. I additionally have been a paid dog walker/sitter in the past and have also worked at a local pet store. I love animals and am always attentive and patient with them.
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Animal Lover

San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have had animals my whole life. I have many years experience with house sitting all kinds of animals- rabbits, dogs, cats, chickens, ferrets, and etc. I am also a proud cat momma.
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Pet-Sitter

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am currently a sophomore at Cal Poly studying Animal Science! I have such a love for pets and have been caring for animals since I was 10 years old. I can travel to your home and spend quality time with your pet. I have had many different types of pets growing up including dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, and lizards. I also don't...
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Martha P.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$14/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Martha and I'm currently living in Kihei, Hawaii until the end of this month. I'm available for dog sitting and would love to help take care of your furry friend while you're away or at work! I've always been an animal lover and have experience caring for dogs of all sizes and temperaments. Whether your pup...
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Pet Sitter

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a lifetime of experience with all sorts of animals ive grown up with lots of animals my whole life from fish, to dogs, to horses I love to care for and play with pets. I am patient and attentive!
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Grace B.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a 4th year university student who is a caring dog and cat sitter with about 4 years of experience. I love spending time with animals and playing with them. I'm very organized and attentive and ensure to communicate well with the owner. Currently I'm looking for dog and cat sitting opportunities and am also open to dog...
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Avery W.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Avery. I'm a student at Washington State University here in the Tri-Cities, and I'm new to the area. I'm looking to earn some extra income doing something I genuinely care about--working with animals. I have over three years of experience in pet sitting and dog walking, along with more than 900 volunteer hours in...
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Megan S.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$19/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I have experience in caring for animals mainly cats. I cat sit for my friend's family whenever they are out of town and I absolutely adore it. I love being around animals especially cats and dogs. I own a cat myself which we take good care of. We make sure to clips his nails once in a while, bathe him, feed him, play with...
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Reliable And Patient Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of pets for up to 2 weeks. I've had both cats and dogs of my own, but I truly do love all animals. I'm comfortable with anything from daily walks to staying with your pet overnight. In my free time, I enjoy playing pickleball, rock climbing, reading, and baking. I hope to...
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Carmela P.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Carmela. I have be in love with animals since I was a kid and I love taking care of them. I have experience with dog sitting, walking etc. Thank you for reading my bio and I hope to hear from you soon!
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Haley K.'s Photo

Part Time Care Giver

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I have always had pets growing up and a strong love for animals. I currently have a Great Pyrenees, Rhodesian Ridgeback and two cats. I have also cared for others pets in addition to my own. I have experience caring for dogs of all different sizes and breeds. I'm not currently...
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Pet Sitter

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Marissa and I am 19 years old. I have an immense love for animals, especially dogs :) and I am so excited to offer any help for those looking for someone to spend time with their pets. I have grown up with dogs my entire life and love providing enrichment activities for them whether it's just walks or stimulating...
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Lydia S.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have many years of experience watching both kids and pets! From being a counselor at a summer camp, to driving kids to after school activities and helping with homework, to overnight pet sitting and daily dog walks, I have a wide range of skills. In addition to planning activities to do with your kids, I'm happy to help with...
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Madilnn F.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hey there!! My name is Maddie and I am looking for some part time work while I complete my studying at Cal Poly. I am a super friendly and caring person who has always loved working with children and animals. I have two dogs of my own and have helped out pet sitting with many of my family friends from back home. I would love to...
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Kendall S.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Kendall and I have lots of experience pet sitting and can provide references! I absolutely love dogs and have two golden retrievers at home. I am here for college so I have lots of free time and would love to help with pet sitting! I can stay over at your house if you are away, or I am also free for just...
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Gianna D.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have been pet sitting for around 4 years now. I have experience working with dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, and I am open to working with any type of pet you may have as long as you are willing to explain the specific needs of you pets to me. I have experience watching animals who have recently had major surgery, so I...
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Pet Care

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
A dog lover who grew up with a lab mix and has a golden doodle back home! I am available for pet sitting and dog walking.
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Amelia S.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I am a full time preschool teacher here in San Luis Obispo, I normally babysit for local families but have found myself house sitting/pet sitting quite often as well. I'm an animal lover at heart and was raised on a ranch so I have plenty of experience with animals! I do work a 9-5 but I'm open to dog walking for those...
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Maile M.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Maile and I am a rising junior at Cal Poly SLO! I am home for the summer and looking to help out with pet care! I have done some light dog sitting (checking in, playing, feeding throughout the day) as well as dog walking! I also have my own dog, Bo, who is a labradoodle!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.82/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in San Luis Obispo, CA

Dog sitters near you in San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo, CA is $17.82.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo, 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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