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Aubrey P.

Cat And Dog Sitting!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I'm available for a bit of part time work with animals/ pet sitting/housesitting. I love animals and have a beautiful cat. I have experience cat and dog-sitting, including walks. Happy to chat and see if we're a good match to support your fur babies!
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Laura E.

Part Time Pet Sitter And Dog Walker Available

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I grew up with a yellow lab, Brandy, and a cat, Felix, who I loved dearly. I am godmother to my roommate's kitten, Frida, who has me wrapped around her cute little paw! I am a lifelong animal lover and enjoy caring for pets like they are my own family. I have 10+ years experience in house sitting, pet sitting and plant care. I...

Hannah L. says "I would highly recommend Laura to anyone looking for a responsible, caring, and knowledgeable pet sitter. She took amazing care of my two cats and my...

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Alex A.

Part-time Caregiver

Santa Cruz, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I provide cat/ dog sitting in your own home! I have experience in dog handling, leash training and countless hours of volunteer work at local animal shelters. I worked for Woofpack831, a local social club for pets! Through woofpack & volunteering I've learned the ins and outs of animal care. I love all animals, big or small, old...
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Ossian B.

Petcare Provider With 5 Years Of Experience

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've had pets of all kinds since I was little (dogs, cats, fish, goats, chickens, llamas, horses). I've loved and cared for them and have also provided love and care for many other families' animals. I've been pet sitting for for over five years. My priority it to ensure each client feels like they are leaving their sweet...
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Emma W.

Animal Lover Looking To Care For Your Pets!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I'm Emma, I've been a professional pet sitter and dog walker for 4 years! I love all animals, dogs, cats, fish, you name it! Feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have!
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Leslie S.

Dog Walker, Sitter And Groomer

Santa Cruz, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as happy, responsible and friendly I like working with animals because they give unconditional love and deserve to be treated well I'm looking for a job that allows me flexibility and to work with animals I started working with animals when I began learning dog grooming In my spare time, I like to...
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Mary F.

I Have Cared For More Than 4 Dogs At The Same Time

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've been a sitter to four dogs in Felton. The family went on vacation three times and I took care of their dogs for a few days. It was amazing, I really enjoyed doing it, so I would like to keep looking for those types of jobs.
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Julie M.

Amazing Pet Sitter Available in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Grooming
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I haven't had any professional paid experience working with animals, but it doesn't matter because I do have experience just not the kind I get paid for. I have had many pets, such as: cats, dogs, birds, and hamsters, so I have experience with taking care of them. To me, taking care of animals or any job having to do with...
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Colette P.

Pet Lover!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
I provide dog sitting in your own home, and happy to take them out on walks and get them out of the house. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I am super active and love to go on hikes. Also happy to bring the dog to my house if you need! Available immediately.
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Sophia R.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Sophia, and I've been pet sitting for 8 years. I have experience caring for dogs of all ages, from puppies to senior dogs who need extra attention. I also groom dogs and have worked as a dog walker and sitter. I have two cocker spaniels of my own, so I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust...
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Sierra D.

Lively Pet Sitter/ Walker

Santa Cruz, CA

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$18/hr
Hello! My name is Sierra-Maeve and I'm newer to the general Santa Cruz area. I have been an animal lover my whole love and hope to gain experience in animal/pet care. My experience in taking care of pets is through watching my neighbors dog while growing up and having pets on my own. I'm a very active person so I very much enjoy...
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Andrea R.

Dogs Love Andrea

Santa Cruz, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I've always enjoyed dogs, but I didn't expect that dogs would start 'choosing' me as a caregiver until 2012. For the last decade, I've provided long-term pet-sitting, usually in high-end or luxury estates. I prefer long-term pet/house sits. I've watched animals from 10 days to 5+ months while owners were away traveling. As a...
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Kacey P.

Animal Lover Available To Watch Your Pets

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I can provide pet sitting in your home. I am an animal lover and grew up with dogs and cats. Along with this, I have experience pet sitting for extended periods of time. I'm comfortable administering medication, taking your dog on outings to the beach, hiking or just a walk around the neighborhood. I'm comfortable with large...
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Megan M.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an experienced pet owner and pet sitter of many years, and I would love to help you and your family with your unique pet care needs! I am happy to do dog-walking, pet sitting, transportation, and other pet care as needed. Please reach out to me with your pet care needs! I adore animals and would be so happy to meet and care...
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Dillon T.

Always Available Part-Time Pet Care Provider With Very Flexible Schedule

Santa Cruz, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
Hi, I am 33 years old. I have experience in looking after house pets of any type. I am always on time, always professional and will take your animals health and safety seriously just as I would my own. I am very familiar with big dogs and fragile small dogs as well as cats. Ive grown up with both cats and dogs my whole life. My...
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Arika B.

Pet Care Provider

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog & cat sitting in your own home. I have had pets my entire life & am very experienced and comfortable with all cats and dogs.
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Emily-anne B.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have extensive experience cat-sitting for my neighbors, often for extended periods of time. I also have a dog of my own and regularly care for her.
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Yvette A.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I'm Yvette, and I have over 4 years of experience caring for dogs and 3 years with cats. I've provided overnight care, daily walks, and vacation sitting for all kinds of pets; from energetic pitbulls and mini poodles to shy, cuddly cats like my own two at home. Whether it's sticking to a feeding schedule, giving medication,...
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Olivia U.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting and walking for the past three years. I have experience with both small and large dogs, watching and walking numerous ones at once. I also love spending time with and looking after cats
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Alexandra S.

A Little Bit About Alex

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Alex and I am a recent graduate from UCSC with my degree in Marine Biology. I am an animal lover and have been my whole life! I have owned dogs, cats, fish, frogs, and even a tortoise. I have worked many pet sitting/house sitting positions throughout my life. In high school I walked dogs for multiple families...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.30/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Santa Cruz, CA

Dog sitters near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA is $19.30.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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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