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Orly C.

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a passion for caring for animals! I am patient and friendly. I have over 3 years of experience as a dog sitter and dog walker and I have been a foster mom for dogs and cats for over 4 years.
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Chloe D.

Animal Care/overnight House-sitting!

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
I'm currently a nanny, but absolutely love animals and am more than willing to house sit as well! I've taken care of dogs, cats, and fish but will help with anything :)
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Nicolle D.

Personal/Home Assistant And Dog Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am Nicolle, a reliable, adaptable, and organized professional living in Santa Monica seeking full/part-time work, With my strong background in customer service and PR/events, and a life-long love for animals, I'm ready to help simplify your life and provide top notch care for your home, projects, or furry...
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Jamie D.

Reliable + Active Pet Lover!

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
I have had dogs, cats, reptiles, and birds of my own since I was a child and have been pet. Hello, my name is Jamie and I've been pet sitting for 20+ years, starting with my own pets and neighbors and graduating to friends and onto professional services! I have had the fortunate opportunity to live in popular touristic...
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Nicolette P.

Compassionate And Reliable Pet-Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have over four years of paid experience with all sorts of pets! I have cared for dogs, horses, alpacas, lizards, turtles, and many more! I love animals of all sizes!
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Janice E.

Experienced Dog Sitter In A Loving Home

Santa Monica, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Pet care is a natural part of my routine since I have an active 11-year-old Vizsla who needs regular exercise, attention, and companionship. Working from home allows me to give plenty of time and care to any dog in my home, and having a yard in Venice makes playtime easy and enjoyable. I'm used to balancing my work with pet...
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Cassandra C.

Pet Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Although I didn't grow up with my own pets, I have always taken every opportunity to watch other peoples' pets growing up. I have had mostly larger dog clients, but I have experience with other pets too. I also fostered a disabled medium size puppy for almost five months with physical and mental disabilities, so I have a wide...
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Shayna H.

Loving Pet Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've been caring for animals for 10 years, and it's truly one of the greatest joys in my life. From dogs and cats to the occasional curious reptile, I've spent years feeding, walking, bathing, snuggling, and making sure each pet feels safe, happy, and loved. Whether it's giving medication with a gentle touch or staying overnight...
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Gabriela S.

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a caring and responsible pet sitter with experience providing attentive, loving care for dogs of all ages and sizes. I currently work as a nanny, which has strengthened my skills in creating a safe, engaging environment for both children and pets alike. I'm very comfortable handling multiple pets, following detailed care...
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Patience K.

Pet Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
"Experienced & Loving Dog Sitter: Your Pup's New Best Friend!" I Have 2 dogs of my own. One is a 6-year-old Doberman-German Shepherd, and the other is a year old. She's a mini Blue Healer-Kelpie Mix. I Grew up with cats and had 2 Guinea Pigs in College.
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Nevin D.

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I've been pet sitting for 13 years and have experience with dogs of all ages and breeds. I live in Santa Monica and I'm a singer songwriter looking for an extra gig here and there. I'm very active and love to bring joy to a dog's day. Services include boarding at my place (with my small dog who is extremely friendly), pet...
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Roya R.

Santa Monica, CA

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$29/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a friendly and energetic pet caregiver. I'm Aquarius, and I'm caring. I have 6 years of professional dog and cat sitting experience. I'm an animal lover and get along with all types of animals. I can provide them with the best care as I am attentive.
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Olivia A.

About Me

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Olivia and I love my furry little friends. I've grown up with dogs, birds (green cheek conures) , and hamsters and have pet sit for cats (my mom's allergic so that's why we never had one). I would love to get to hang out with your pet and show them some love! Please reach out if you have any questions :)
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Kristina V.

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi, I'm Kristina from Santa Monica! I have hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, including two 4-year-old boys, a 2-year-old, and an infant (16 months). I'm patient, attentive, and love creating a fun, safe environment for kids. I also offer pet sitting and dog boarding. I own a large dog myself and am comfortable...
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Maddie J.

Babysitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm an energetic and passionate recent graduate from UCSC looking for reoccurring pet sitting/babysitting roles! I have experience in both child and pet care. I've been babysitting since I was 13 and have been affectionately nicknamed "board games girl" by my kids because of my bag of activities! I've taken Girl Scout first...
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Ellen H.

Reliable Care For Your Furry Friends

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I love taking care of cats and dogs. I have been a cat parent to my own purrfect kitty, Waffles, for about 7. 5 years now. She is a bengal who requires lots of play time and attention. I frequently take care of friends kitties', including some with special diets. I have experience dog+house sitting as well. I'm not able to have...
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Eva B.

Part-Time Pet Sitter (until January 15th)

Santa Monica, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals. I grew up with a dog and a cat, and am extremely energetic and active, meaning I am the perfect person to bring your pet on walks, etc. I grew up pet-sitting regularly for family and friends and would love to help out!
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Clarissa R.

Pet Sitter Looking For Occasional And Last Minute Needs

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi there! I have had years of experience taking care of dogs and cats, to fish and chinchillas. I was originally going to go for my veterinary degree so I have lots of general knowledge and common sense, as well as experience from my previous animal science classes and hands on training. I will always treat your loved ones like...

Joanna B. says "Clarissa is the type of person one is grateful for. Her work ethic is strong and her work attitude is upbeat and focused. "

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Terry M.

Animal Lover Able To Host And/or Travel To You

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
I absolutely love being around animals. So whatever your fur (or fur-less) babies needs are, drop me a message and let's work something out! At home I have two rescues that I adore: a 3yo German Shepard made of affection and an older cat full of attitude. If your dog gets along with others, I can host for sitting, as I have a...
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Savine L.

Pet Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I currently own 4 dogs, 4 cats, a red feathered macaw, chickens and a tortoise. I would highly consider myself an animal lover and have experience with a large range of animal. I would hope growing up with animals my entire life would bring you comfort when caring for your fur babies!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.70/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 Monica, CA

Dog sitters near you in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, 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 Monica, CA is $19.70.

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