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Lina B.

Pet Lover

Menlo Park, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
Hey! I have cared for many pets in my life, a variety between birds, dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, and so on. I currently have my own cat who is now 10 years old and a dog who is 1 1/2 years old. I understand that each pet requires their own level of care and patience and I am happy to provide that. Besides my own pets, I...
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Care Pets

Palo Alto, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Grooming and Pet Transportation. I love the dog and cats, I have experience en training, walking and playing , masage the relax ,
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Union City, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a life long pet owner and pet lover. In my family growing up we've always had dogs and cats. I am responsible for feeding and caring for all of them. At this time we have 3 bulldogs and 2 cats. I've raised a lot of dogs from puppies all the way up and always been responsible for training them, grooming, walking, feeding,...
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Atherton, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello, I am a college athlete at Menlo College and I love spending time walking/ exercising, training animals and taking care of animals. I have 3 dogs back at my home, and I have grown up with animals my whole life! I have my own car and I am able to overnight sit (sometimes) I am also able to walk. I am excided to hear back...
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San Jose, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Lauren and I have been cat and dog sitting for about 5 years. I love animals so much and can sit around with them all day, or take long walks, or help train them!
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The Aussie Aunty

Redwood City, CA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hey there, I have trained a pittbull boarder collie and others with PetSmart classes, I'm all for dog parks and walks. I can stay at the home for boarding I just can't take them to my home. I'm open to drop ins also so your fur baby can still bet fresh air.
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Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Los Altos, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I have always been a huge animal lover, and love animals of all sizes and breeds. I have been running my own pet sitting and dog walking business for around 10 years. I have experience training younger dogs, based on a patient, ask-then-reward philosophy. My experience with dogs extends to my work with other animals, such as...
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Quality Sniffs For Quality Dogs

Union City, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Growing up in SF Bay Area I've always had an animal by my side. A few years ago, when I moved out of state, I began to pack walk dogs and teach them basic leash skills (body language and confidence goes a long way). I recently moved back to California and continue to dog walk and dog sit on my down time while implementing my...
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Compassionate Caregiver For Children, Seniors, And Pets: Loving Support For Every Stage Of Life

Fremont, CA

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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm passionate about caring for animals and have 7 years of experience with a wide variety of pets, including dogs (big and small breeds), cats, birds, guinea pigs, rabbits, and fish (fresh and saltwater). I've cared for animals at all stages in life. Growing up surrounded by animals has given me a deep love for their...
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Creating Wagging Tails Daily

Redwood City, CA

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$19/hr
20 years experience
Pet walking
daily feeding
boarding
I'd describe my personality as friendly energetic and dependable I like working with animals because they are amazing creatures that are a joy to be around I'm looking for a job that fits in with my flexible schedule I started working with animals about 20 years ago In my spare time, I like to garden, read, walk my dog ,...
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Active, Large Dog Owner Who Loves Animals!

Scotts Valley, CA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up with multiple dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and hamsters, my family even had chickens at one point. I am comfortable around all animals. I grew up with a German Shepard and now own my own gsd/mal. I treat her like she's my child, and trained her myself. I'm experienced with large dogs and am comfortable providing loads of...
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Profile of Hayley

Redwood City, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Hello. I am a model and actress who loves animals & would love to help you out with yours. Most of my experience is with Dogs & Cats. I have experience with puppies, large dogs, multiple animals, training, & extended house/pet-sitting. I am looking for some flexibility so flexible time frames or occasional full-time needs would...
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Your Neighborhood Animal Lover

Union City, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
I follow what ever the plans is that the owner wants for their pets. I know how to train puppies into full grown listening dogs. If you're looking for someone active that's able to teach and tire out your dog, I'm the right person for the job. I love park walks, fetch and tug-of-war. Dog size dose not matter to me. I love all...
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Reliable, Smart And Loving Pet Carer

Redwood City, CA

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$45/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I work a Solution Manager at a Tech Company, graduated from Harvard twice, and have a credit score of 780 I also have a lot of free time (specially on the weekends) and would love to pet sit! I absolutely love pets and have been a dog dad to 11 doggy angels over my 34 years. I completed a first aid training focused on dogs...
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Lovely And Reliable Pet Sitter

Fremont, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
i've been pet sitter for 3 years and also I have two dogs at home. i'm very lovely, patience and responsable person. I love to spend time with my dogs, brush their hairs, feed them, walk them, and try to train them.
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Scotts Valley, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have owned dogs for many years, from small terriers to a 100-pound yellow lab, and have experienced with senior dogs and dogs with disabilities. I also own a cat who is the love of my life. I love animals of all kinds, and grew up caring for bunnies and birds in addition to dogs and cats. I've completed Red Cross dog & cat...
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Atherton, CA

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$19/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love all animals I personally have experiencing care of both dogs and cats. I also have experience on walking dogs. I have had some experience on training dogs and grooming although I don't fully groom dogs I just shower them but overall I will be happy to help
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Palo Alto, CA

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$19/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi, My name is Hailey. I am a lifetime animal lover, who currently has no pets, but would love to live vicariously through you! I have gotten so lucky over the years to pet sit for many families. I have experience personally/professionally with kitties-mature cats, puppies-older dogs, aquatic life, some reptiles, and a few...
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Furry Friends

Fremont, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I absolutely adore animals. I have two cats of my own and they are the little loves of my life. I'm a cat, dog, any animal person! you name it! I will take your pet on long walks or just simply stay at home by their side if they prefer that. I'll also feed them, play with them, teach them basic training, bathe them, and clean...
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Experienced Pet Lover

San Jose, CA

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
boarding
I have experience in training puppies and older dogs who are all well-behaved and loving pets. I have cared for cats, a variety of reptiles and amphibians, birds, and dogs of all sizes and breeds.
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  • 60 dog trainers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.71/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog trainers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog training near you in Santa Clara, CA

On average, dog training near you in Santa Clara, CA costs $24.71 per hour. That being said, training your dog can range from group classes to individual sessions with a professional and the average cost will depend on various factors, such as where you live, the type of training you receive, home training or board and train, the intensity level and the method used.

Hiring a dog trainer near you in Santa Clara, CA is an excellent opportunity to invest in the health and happiness of your furry best friend. A professional animal behavior specialist will be able to customize a training program tailored to you and your pup's lifestyle, from crate training to advanced commands. They have the knowledge needed to train your pup out of any behavioral issues, and to teach them new skills that will help them for years to come.

The rate at which you should visit a professional dog trainer near you in Santa Clara, CA depends on the individual needs of your pet and how quickly they progress through their training program. Generally speaking, it is recommended that you visit your trainer at least once every few months or so in order to continue reinforcing their progress. However if you feel your pet is struggling then more frequent visits may be necessary until their skills improve. Some trainers may offer board and train services, which would also impact the amount of time you'd invest in training.

To find good dog trainers or dog obedience classes near you in Santa Clara, CA, you can start your search on Care.com. Not only can you sort dog trainer profiles by location and price, but you can read reviews from their current and former customers. That way, you can gain some valuable insight from other pet parents who worked with them.

Engaging a professional dog trainer near you in Santa Clara, CA can bring about many benefits including increased obedience and improved socialization skills which will make everyday interactions easier between you and your pup. Training classes should give you an opportunity for both you and your pet to learn new skills together which will allow them develop better problem solving abilities as well as strengthen the bond between the two of you over time which in turn will create an even deeper level of trust between one another.

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