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Alida N.

Avid Dog Walker

Arcata, CA

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
dog training
I am an experienced dog walker and care taker. I have been dog/house watching for six years and dog walking for eight. I grew up with dogs and love to hike, walk, and swim outside. I love all dogs of any size, age, or personality. I can provide dog sitting in my own home.
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Rose M.

Animal Sitter

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and most animals love me too! I love taking dogs on walks, house and pet sitting when people need it and other pet related tasks! I am very dependable and I am great at following instructions precisely. I love spending time with pets and reading to them and making sure to talk to them and give them lots of love. I...
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Chloe M.

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Have been caring for animals since I was little and have 4 experience with professional dog boarding and walking.
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Melissa D.

Pet Care

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a reliable and compassionate pet care provider with extensive experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and small pets. I specialize in providing attentive, personalized care that ensures pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved in their owner's absence. My skills include feeding, walking,...
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Emme R.

House And Animal Sitter

Arcata, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Emme. I'm a college student living in Arcata. I have experience watching and caring for animals including dogs and cats while I have been a nanny. I am open to taking care of a range of animals with instructions. I'm a very active person who loves taking walks with dogs. I also have owned a dog and have cared...
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Sophia F.

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Howdy! My name is Sophia and pet sitting and walking is one of my favorite things to do. I personally have experience with owning my own ball python snake and growing up with dogs small to very large. Chihuahuas and Mastiffs to be specific! I can do morning walks to evening walks to playing for an hour or two outside! My...
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Peyton K.

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm Peyton, and I'm 18 years old. I'm a great dog sitter and babysitter because I genuinely love caring for animals and kids. I make sure pets are well-fed, walked, and played with, while I keep kids engaged and safe. I'm also a member of 4H, where I work with large animals, which helps me develop my skills in handling different...
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Lily G.

Pet Caretaker

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
dog training
+ 1 more
I have experience caring for many different pets. I am experienced in dog walking, pet-sitting, and overall animal caretaking. I have my own transportation as well if needed. Safe and responsible pet care is so important and is of upmost priority for me!
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Michelle H.

Arcata, CA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, My name is Michelle and I love animals. I'd be honored to care for your pets. I have spent lots of time around animals on farms growing up and I will have interacting with animals. I particularly love dogs. I am kind, grounded, and strong. I like working with animals because they are amazing, and revel a lot about our...
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Dominique G.

Arcata, CA

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$12/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals, I can walk them, feed them or whatever is needed! I own a dog and a cat so I know how much love and care they need!
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Joy M.

Companion Care

Arcata, CA

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$25/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Joy, I'm 37 and live in Arcata. I'm interested in simply companion care for seniors. I have not worked with seniors yet, but have 10+ years experience in the caregiving field. I can help with in light meal prep, very light house keeping, walking good natured dogs, watering plants, assisting in the garden etc.....
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Karen B.

Part Time Pet Care

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a 65-year-old female who has owned cats and dogs for most of my life. I have owned medium-sized dogs such as a blue healer and large breeds such as German Shepherds. I often care for my son's dog (American Eskimo/samoyed) and house cat when they are out of town - I walk the dog, and feed both animals on a timely schedule....
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Maddie R.

Your Animals Best Friend (besides You Of Course)

McKinleyville, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have done all levels from daily dog walking, to staying at a home and watching animals for over a week! I'm very attentive and your animals will be greatly cared for! I've dogsat for a family with 5 dogs. I've also house/animal-sat for a family with 2 dogs, 2 cats, 1 turtle, and 1 fish. I'm very comfortable with multiple...
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Eden M.

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Eden, a lifelong animal lover with plenty of experience caring for both cats and dogs. I grew up in a home full of pets and now have cats of my own. I'm responsible, caring, and detail oriented. I also love the outdoors - perfect for energetic dog walks! Your furry family members will be in safe, loving hands with me.
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Ashly L.

Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Ashly, and I have several years of experience caring for both dogs and cats of all ages and sizes, including having 1 dog and 4 cats of my own! Whether it's daily walks, playtime, feeding routines, or giving lots of cuddles, I enjoy spending time with animals and making sure they feel safe and loved while...
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Joely C.

Dog Walker And Sitter!

Bayside, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up with dogs and cats. I also have a dog of my own named Ollie! Before I got my dog I would foster puppies through my local animal shelter. I have experience walking dogs of all types as I currently volunteer walking dogs at the Humboldt county animal shelter. I am also available to help out in other ways like pet...
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Deborah G.

Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
grooming
+ 1 more
I have two dogs myself. One is a 12 year old sheppard and the other is a 3 year old lab. I feel qualified to meet your expectations being a responsible dog owner. I feel that dogs should be walked, not left alone for hours and interacted with. It saddens me to see people who get a puppy because they are cute and expect them...
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Marlee N.

Easy-going, Friendly Pet Sitter At Your Service!

McKinleyville, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Marlee! I have always loved animals and would be thrilled to help out with your furry (or scaly) friends. I have two lovely cats and a sweet bearded dragon. Growing up, my family always had dogs, so I am very comfortable working with dogs of all sizes and have watched dogs as small as chihuahuas and as big as...
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Rozio M.

Sharing Is Caring, And So Am I

McKinleyville, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as caring, kind, and fun I like caring for seniors because I enjoy learning from them. The stories they tell are great. I'm looking for a job that will create an environment that will allow growth and friendship. I started caring for seniors when I was 19 years old. In my spare time, I like to...
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Sara G.

Hello My Name Is Sara

Eureka, CA

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$14/hr
Pet walking
I like animals especially dogs! I can take care of them feed them and take them for walks and I am available if you want me to take care of them I can also bathe them!
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  • 29 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.42/hr as of August 2025

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Arcata, CA

A local dog walker near you in Arcata, CA will cost you an average of $17.42 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of August 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 12 dog walkers offering services in Arcata, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Arcata or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Arcata to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Arcata, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Arcata, CA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 12 dog walkers near you in Arcata, CA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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