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Hi there,
I absolutely love cats and dogs. I love being around them because they easily make me happy. I wish I could own one, but unfortunately, I can't commit to owning one. I want a companion on the weekends and maybe even after work. I work a 9-5 job during the week as a marketing manager at a tech company in San Francisco....
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi there! I'm a guardian of two wonderful chihuahuas and I love spending time with all types of animals. I can provide what you need, a walk or a sit. Hope to hear from you:)
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
With a deep passion for bully breed dogs, I bring years of experience and expertise to my work as a dog walker. I understand the unique qualities and needs of these breeds, and I am committed to providing them with the care, attention, and exercise they require to thrive.
My clients appreciate my understanding of bully breed...
Sarah M can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Rebeca M.
El Cerrito, CA
$35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Im enjoying this job because dog walking give to me plenty of exercise and opportunities to enjoy being outside in nature . Im very on time person , what I like to do before start walking a dog it's meet their parent's. Most importantly understand dogs have individual personalities and some dogs are more difficult to walk than...
Rebeca can also help with: Pet walking
Leyli N.
El Cerrito, CA
$18-20/hr
I love taking care of pets. My son has two dogs and I take care of them when he is away. I love going on long walks and would love to take your little ones with me for physical activity and a fun stroll. I absolutely adore cats and love playing with them and taking care of them. I am available to house sit as well and can...
Leyli can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Tenzin D.
El Cerrito, CA
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Caring for children is not just a job for me, it's my passion. My skills
in childcare provision, along with my positive attitude and friendly, nature, position me to excel in
this role. I am adept at attending to the physical, emotional, and behavioral
needs of each child. Proficiency in communicating with children at...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Being a dog lover, I've always been passionate about caring for, rescuing and owning dogs. After my first dog (of my own) in college at UCLA, I started dog sitting for some of my college friends' pets, which lead to housesitting and caring for other families' pets when they were out of town. After 3 years of house/dog sitting, I...
Iman can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Hi reviewers, how are you? I'm so happy because the services were were everything I needed. We received excellent care worth you knowing about! Super star rating."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a recent college graduate looking for part-time work in the afternoons! I love spending time with animals and have two dogs myself, who I adore. In undergrad, I studied environmental science because of my love and compassion for endangered species. I have experience cat-sitting, dog-sitting and walking for neighbors and...
Isabella can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I am a jack-of-many-trades, and among my favorite is spending time with animal friends. Experience with dogs (large and small), cats (indoor and outdoor), reptiles, and amphibians. ** Large dogs who need space / firm hold of their leash (German short haired pointers, pit mixes, a wolf-like husky, and a retired greyhound). Some...
Jesse can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Jesse has house sat for us many times over the years. He is incredibly responsible, takes wonderful care of pets and indoor and outdoor plants and leaves the house cleaner than he found it. He is always our first choice for a housesitter!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have had dogs, cats and fish all my life, and 10+ years of experience pet-sitting for friends and family. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I provide dog sitting in your own home. Can also perform baths and light grooming, play time, long or short walks. I look forward to meeting you and your pets!
Carrie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Taylor! I have much experience with loving and caring for other people's pets like they are my own. I have a dog myself, and am extremely responsible and could only imagine treating another person's animal how I would want a sitter to treat my dog when I am away; with as much love and care as I can give! I love activity,...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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Hi there! My name is Claudia, I'm 27 years old. I'm from Latin America and I've lived in America for the last 3 years. I got married here so this is my new home!
I grew up with pets (dogs & cats) and I love taking care of them so much!
I'm legally allowed to work here so I have been taking care of pets on a...
Claudia can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Claudia has watched our dog since 2021. She's incredibly reliable and kind. Claudia sends photo updates of our pup on walks and playing at the park. She is flexible with scheduling, which makes a big difference. We always know our dog is in good hands with her. I...
Adriane P.
5.0
(1)
The last family I nannied were hard for me to let go of. They felt like a second family, but live in LA, and I just relocated for school I picked up the single dad's 11 y/o daughter from school, took the dog for a walk, made dinner for both his daughter and 16 y/o son, made sure homework was done, did the dishes, entertained,...
Kennedy can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Kennedy is an amazing young lady. She's very good at all aspects of her job. Dependable and personable. I highly recommend!"
Peggy K.
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I'm excited to express my strong interest in the Pet Sitter and Dog Walker position. My heart beats for animals, and I'm dedicated to delivering top-tier care.
Here's a glimpse of my pet-loving strengths:
Consistent Routine: I'm all about keeping things structured and reliable for your furry friends.
Walking:...
Geane can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I am absolutely thrilled to write this glowing review for our incredible childcare professional, Geane M, who has been an integral part of our family for the past five and a half years and who is transitioning now to work with a lucky new family. Her dedication,...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hi my name is Jazmin, thank you for viewing my profile. I've been a loving compassionate dog sitter with 5+ years of experience, from pet transportation, walking and sitting your Dog. I'd be more than happy to help you with your fur babies.
Jazmin can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Jazmin is wonder with kids. She’s a loving individual who was very respectful and caring. Thank you Jazmin ! Keep up the good work !"
Alexia C.
Kennedy W.
Berkeley, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
The last family I nannied were hard for me to let go of. They felt like a second family, but live in LA, and I just relocated for school I picked up the single dad's 11 y/o daughter from school, took the dog for a walk, made dinner for both his daughter and 16 y/o son, made sure homework was done, did the dishes, entertained,...
Kennedy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kennedy is a very punctual wonderful young lady..
She worked with my children, in addition she managed the children's parties. She also was hired to manage our adult parties, she managed: and ordered all the food and created the menu..
Kennedy is also so helpful,...
Tara S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Gabriela, since I was a little girl, my life has been full of love for animals.
I'm happy to walk your dogs or cats, play with them and make sure they are active and happy.
If you have cats, fish or other pets that need attention in your home, I will be happy to visit them, feed them, administer medication or...
Gabriela can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Gabriela was a wonderful pet sitter! She was so communicative and sent us daily updates and photos on how our pets were doing. She and her husband stayed at our home and left it very clean and tidy. She went above and beyond and we would highly recommend her and...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Responsible, Patient, and Friendly Babysitter Available! Experienced with Kids. I went to UC Davis and majored in Political Science/Spanish. I am studying for the entrance exam for law school. I enjoy hiking, the gym, yummy meals, and walking my dogs.
Evelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Evelyn was a blessing to have take care of my 3 year old girl! She’s very attentive, always updates me if anything unusual happens & is always very prompt to respond to my phone calls. My girl loves her and constantly asks me if we can go visit Evelyn on the days...
Care member
Sanaaz N.
Berkeley, CA
$19-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience with both dog sitting and cat sitting. Duties have included dog walking, feeding the pets, etc.
Sanaaz can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I have a love for kids and animals. I adore cats and dogs. I would love to find a recurring dog walking or cat sitting gig. Feel free to message me! :)
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in El Cerrito, CA
Iman B.
5.0
Hi reviewers, how are you? I'm so happy because the services were were everything I needed. We received excellent care worth you knowing about! Super star rating.
- Care member
Jesse F.
5.0
Jesse has house sat for us many times over the years. He is incredibly responsible, takes wonderful care of pets and indoor and outdoor plants and leaves the house cleaner than he found it. He is always our first choice for a housesitter!
- Care member
Claudia L.
5.0
Claudia has watched our dog since 2021. She's incredibly reliable and kind. Claudia sends photo updates of our pup on walks and playing at the park. She is flexible with scheduling, which makes a big difference. We always know our dog is in good hands with her. I highly recommend Claudia.
- Adriane P.
Kennedy W.
5.0
Kennedy is an amazing young lady. She's very good at all aspects of her job. Dependable and personable. I highly recommend!
- Peggy K.
Geane M.
5.0
I am absolutely thrilled to write this glowing review for our incredible childcare professional, Geane M, who has been an integral part of our family for the past five and a half years and who is transitioning now to work with a lucky new family. Her dedication, amazing energy, exceptional...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in El Cerrito, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in El Cerrito, CA?
A local dog walker near you in El Cerrito, CA will cost you an average of $23.50 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in El Cerrito, CA?
Care.com has 6 dog walkers offering services in El Cerrito, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in El Cerrito, CA worth it?
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 El Cerrito, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in El Cerrito, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in El Cerrito, 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.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in El Cerrito, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 6 dog walkers near you in El Cerrito, 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.