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Nevin D.

Santa Monica, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Shayna H.

Loving Pet Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Patience K.

Pet Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
"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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Gabriela S.

Santa Monica, CA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Kristina V.

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Roya R.

Santa Monica, CA

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$29/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
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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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 sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
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
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Orly C.

Santa Monica, CA

from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Katie P.

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
Greetings! My name is Katie and I have had a lifelong connection with animals. I grew up on a ranch, and was actively involved in 4-H and FFA. Throughout my life I've gained hands on skills caring for everything from dogs and cats, to livestock and poultry. I've regularly house and pet sat for families that had both large and...
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Cassandra C.

Pet Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Savine L.

Pet Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Edina P.

Dog Sitter And Trainer

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
Dogs are the best! I love playing, relaxing and also working with them. I'm most familiar with labradors and pointer dogs, since they have been around me since I was born. I have 3+ years of training experience as 2 of my current labs went through general obedience and tracking training over the last years. We are now licensed...
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Ellen H.

Reliable Care For Your Furry Friends

Santa Monica, CA

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Clarissa R.

Pet Sitter Looking For Occasional And Last Minute Needs

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Rachel T.

Pet Walker/Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I'm a huge animal lover. I currently have a 4-year-old Maltese mix that I adore. I've watched my friend's animals when they are out of town including cats, dogs, and even a snake.
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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 sitting
pet walking
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.98/hr as of July 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 $19.98.

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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