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Railsha N.

Attentive And Trustworthy Pet Sitter And Walker

Valley Center, CA

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$22/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Attentive and trustworthy pet sitter and walker. Experience handling dogs of all sizes and breeds, providing overnight care, and ensuring pet safety, comfort, and well-being. Skilled in promoting good behavior, providing personalized pet care, and handling routine medical issues and administering medications.
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Valley Center, CA

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hello. I have 6 years of experience in dog sitting as well as grooming. I am responsible when entering people's home and always ensure the proper care for their pet. I can be trusted when providing medication for their individual needs. I always try to connect and provide both the dog and the owner a strong sense of security. I...
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Dependable, Trustworthy, Caring Pet Sitter

Valley Center, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am great with animals, especially dogs, cats and fish! I am caring and dependable. I have had pets all my life. I will care for your pets as if they are my own. I look forward to meeting you and your animals!
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Part Time Animal Sitter

Valley Center, CA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I not only have animals of my own, I have been a pet sitter for many different families. I have raised horses, cattle, pigs, chickens, dogs, cats, birds, and even ferrets. I have lots of animal care giving experience. I also know how to medically treat all these animals to the special needs they have.
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Passionate, Knowledgeable Caregiver Available Full/Part Time

Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I've always loved animals. Throughout my childhood, I owned a total of 2 dogs, 2 hamsters, 5 rabbits, and 5 chickens (including raising 3 baby chicks on my own). I currently own an incredibly intelligent lab/collie mix. I've been blessed to have her for 7 years now and have enjoyed training her to sit, stay, lie down, play dead,...

Heather M. says "Francine is an honest and hard working gal. She loves children and animals and enjoys being around them and taking care of them. .Please contact me if...

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Meet Taylor, Your Trusted Petsitter!

Escondido, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Welcome to Taylor Vazquez's Pet Sitting Services, where your furry friends are treated like family! With a passion for animals and years of experience, I provide reliable and loving care for your pets while you're away. Dog Walking: Whether it's a leisurely stroll around the neighborhood or an energetic romp in the park, your...
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Escondido, CA

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$22/hr
I have been pet-sitting for family and friends for a couple of years. I watched over dogs, cats, fish, and birds.
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Denise G.'s Photo

Escondido, CA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
I am very open minded, willing to learn proactive and very energetic. I am not allergic to any animal. I have a dog of my own and thats what got me into this line of work. I love animals. I know how to give medication to dogs and cats if needed. I do believe I am a great candidate to sit ur pet.
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Past Experience And Motivation

Escondido, CA

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
I have a dog of my own, have past experience pet sitting, and love all animals in general! I am comfortable with all types of animals and I can provide care to the absolute best of my ability!
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Leslie M.'s Photo

Escondido, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
Im a nanny who normally stays with the puppies/dogs throughout the day or whenever the family is out of town. I do have a family I dog sit and stay with their dogs at their homes. Every time they go on vacation 3/4 times a year.
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Pet/House Sitter

Escondido, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I'm an animal lover who is very patient, caring, responsible, trustworthy and very dependable. I have 3 pets of my own, 2 dogs (my son and daughter) and one rabbit (my baby). Some people may view animals just as pets, but that is not me, I see them as someone's children. Many people who do have pets see them as their babies and...
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Escondido, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
With my last family I nannied for, I would also occasionally provide pet care/ house sitting while they were out of town and I didn't travel with them. I fed their dog and fish 2x a day and would let the dog out as needed throughout the day. I also would help friends with caring for their pets. Such as coming once a day to feed...
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Escondido, CA

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been doing pet sitting for a child care/ pet service agency in San Diego since 2010. I love dogs !
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I Love All Animals!

Escondido, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Kacey and I am 20 years old attending CSUSM. I have been pet sitting for about 10 years now, including dogs, cats, pigs, sheep, goats, and more. I love love love all animals and would love to help out!
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Pet Care Provider, Pet Sitter, Dog Walker and Horse Care

Escondido, CA

from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I offer loving and experienced care for dogs in San Diego County. I have 20 years professional experience training, exercising, and caring for dogs & puppies. ALL BREEDS & AGES Welcome. My services include : Exercise Programs - Private walks, dog beach and park adventures, hikes, training walks. Let's get your dog happy,...
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Escondido, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
I am a 22-year-old female who just recently graduated college last May! While I have the summer completely open and available, there is lots of free time I have to dedicate towards pets that are in need of good care. I have experience in dog walking, dog sitting, drop in visits and more, as I have been watching over dogs for...
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Escondido, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Alexis! I am currently a sophomore college student. I would consider myself a true animal lover, as I have a genuine passion for helping animals. I have professional experience walking / pet sitting for a variety of animals. I am a part of a professional animal care team called Jen Loves Pets as well! I also...
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Nashali C.'s Photo

Escondido, CA

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Im a passionate dog lover with 1 year of experience in both boarding and pet sitting. I provide a safe, loving, and fun environment for your furry friend while you're away. Whether it's playtime, walks, or cuddle sessions, your dog's happiness and comfort are my top priorities!
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Sierra's Bio

Escondido, CA

from
$20/hr
I like working with animals because I have grown up and lived with animals my whole life, including cats, dogs, and reptiles. I also participated in an internship at a ranch and have been working as a pet sitter regularly for 3 months, and occasionally for over a year. I'm looking for a job that allows me to connect with my...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.80/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Valley Center, CA

Dog sitters near you in Valley Center, 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 Valley Center, 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 Valley Center, CA is $17.80.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Valley Center, 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 Valley Center, 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 Valley Center, 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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