Find Trusted Dog Walkers Near Me in Fairfax, CA
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60 dog walkers are listed in Fairfax, CA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 6 years
Dog walkers in Fairfax, CA
5.0
(1)
I've been caring for pets my whole life and doing so professionally for clients for the last 20 years. For pet sitting, I can stay overnight with your pet or bring them to our home. We have a yard for dogs to play outside in. I'm experienced with giving animals medication or supplements as well as cooking for pets with...
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Linda G.
Fairfax, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals, I have 3 cats and 1 dog that are my babies, I would love to take care of you pets. I have been dog walking and cat sitting for a few years now just been doing it when someone needs me, I also have experience taking care of horses , so if anyone have a horse that needs to be taking care of I would love to do that,...
Linda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Linda was very thorough...responded quickly, came to interview and has started helping me with pet care...she was great with my two older dogs and I felt comfortable with her care-giving skills."
Layne Z.
Dawn F.
Fairfax, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love animals and will tend to their needs as well!
walking hiking feeding , just snuggling with!
dawn
I have been around dogs and cats my whole life, growing up with them and always thought of them as the best company. I have been dog sitting for the last eight years and have worked as a dog walker in San Francisco the last two years.
I have a lot of experience working with different types of rescues, dog walkers in San...
Margaret can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Jenna S.
Mill Valley, CA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Animals have always been a part of my life. When I was born, we had two cats and later got a rabbit. In the last five years, I have spent more time with dogs, which I love! I am currently registered as a volunteer with Guide dogs. In fact, our family has decided to do foster care for Guide dogs on a short-term basis. For the...
Jenna can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, grooming, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Jenna loves all pets and treats them as they were her own. She is responsible and follows all instructions down to specific amounts of food, treats, medications etc. Jenna did overnights and some daily walks for my two large lab mixes. She also is good with...
Michelle K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
hello!
i'm a female college student interested in helping with an array of things: babysitting, household chores (cleaning, organizing, etc), dog walking/pet sitting, & house sitting. I have over five years experience in each of these categories.
I am:
-CPR certified
-over 21 y/o
-nice, clean, & respectful
:)
Adison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Adison is very sweet and my daughter had a lovely time hanging out with her. They drew, played with her dolls and had so much fun. "
Care member
Thais D.
Greenbrae, CA
$26-29/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a dog person, during all my childhood I grown up with dogs at home and I love it.
Currently my dog (Fox terrier) lives with my mom in Brazil, she's 10 years old, and we were always together when we've lived together.
I'm looking for a position to work with dogs, because I love to be with them, Ive been living in USA for 9...
Thais can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I'm Luciano, from Argentina. I have been living in USA since 2021. I am international student at College of Marin. I am in Corte Madera, California. This is in one city in Marin, 15 minutes away to San Francisco. I have my own car to go anywhere, and I do not charge for gas.
I describe myself very paciente and friendly....
Luciano can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Luciano is awesome! Very sweet with Sox and follows through on my requests. He’s trustworthy, calm and easy going. Luciano is my go-to person when I need help. I’m so happy I found him! "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 2 years of experience working with kids. I have worked on after-school programs and taught dance and music classes at a school.
I have no problem speaking to others in Spanish and am very patient when they are learning.
Currently, I am also a tech instructor for a nonprofit, teaching nontech-savvy learners...
Diana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Diana is super sweet with kids, she play a lot, my daughter dance a lot with her. She is creative, and play good with her. Also my daughter can practice her Spanish with her.
In addition she love dogs!
I highly recommend her."
Paola D.
5.0
(1)
I have served hundreds of clients in the Sonoma and Marin areas as well as Chicago. I specialize with special needs animals including medicine and assistance with walking. Both dogs and cats enjoy my presence. While doing house sitting and animal care I also provide property care taking and safety of your mail and packages. I am...
Heather can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Cynthia was very dependable, knows what to do with little direction and very flexible. Pleasure to work with!"
Anne S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience taking care of dogs, including senior canines with multiple medical needs. Animals are naturally drawn to and trusting of me. I truly believe that they can sense my pure heart and gentle nature. It brings me great joy to give love and care to animals. You can trust me to treat your animals as I...
Breanne can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Breanne has been wondering with our senior dog, she is honest and reliable - used her for housesitting and she really went above and beyond. From there we continued with dog care when we have busy work days with after work activities. I highly recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as easygoing fun and entertaining
I like caring for seniors because I'm one and lots of seniors need help if they're not as healthy as I am. I was my mom's caregiver for the last year.
I'm looking for a job that helps people or pets.
I started caring for seniors when my mom needed help and my...
Heimo can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"I highly recommend Heimo Schmidt as a caregiver. I am a Senior Concierge, and have asked Heimo to work with my clients who’ve needed assistance with errands (he is a wonderful, and safe, driver), cooking / meal preparation (he is a terrific chef), and/or help with...
Kara W.
Katherine A.
San Rafael, CA
$28-33/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katherine and I am a young professional preparing to become a teacher. I am comfortable caring for and tutoring children of all ages. I also have 5 years of professional experience caring for dogs and cats. I can help with pet walking and pet sitting. Moreover, I am comfortable caring for exotic pets of all...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katherine was very communicative and on time. I was working from home so could see our 5 year old and 3 year old absolutely loved her and were enjoying their time together. Kept them engaged and felt very comfortable. Would definitely recommend and use her again! "
Care member
Hello, my name is Francisca and I am 30-year-old. I have been in pet care for a few years now. I house sit/pet sit/ and dog walk. I am a firm believer that animals aren't just pets they're family! With having a little dog of my own I really realize that(we call him my baby boy and they are part of your life, I currently do a lot...
Francisca can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Daniela F.
Novato, CA
$25-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I have a few years of experience dog sitting and dog walking! Along with having my own fur baby :) please feel free to reach out if help is needed!
Daniela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kristina P.
San Rafael, CA
$45/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm pet lover I have cat and before I had a dog but she unfortunately passed away. Have experience pets watching while owners were on vacation. And dog walking experience.
Kristina can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Hello, my name is Alicia and I am 23 years old. I have been in pet care for a few years now. I house sit/pet sit/ and dog walk. I am a firm believer that animals aren't just pets they're family! With having a dog of my own I really realize that(we call her my sister!) I currently do a lot of dog walking and pet sitting all...
Alicia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sue-z (pronounced Suzie) , and I am 73 years young. I love all animals, although my favorites are cats and dogs. I limit myself to smaller dogs so that they don't end up taking ME for walk, unless you have outdoor space, which would eliminate the need for dog walking. I will care for your fur babies in your...
Susan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Ashley C.
Mill Valley, CA
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have always dog walked or sat dogs for close to nine years on top of my full-time job as a nanny :-) I enjoy the outdoors so taking nice long walks within nature or at the beach is what I like to do for the dogs. I have a mild manner parson Jack Russell terrier, who is 6 years old, so he would be a part of the group as well....
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Debra B.
Novato, CA
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love caring for dogs and cats. They're a joy in my life. I'm a pet owner myself. I enjoy walking dogs and I often care for pets when I work as a home health aide.
Debra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Fairfax, CA
Linda G.
5.0
Linda was very thorough...responded quickly, came to interview and has started helping me with pet care...she was great with my two older dogs and I felt comfortable with her care-giving skills.
- Layne Z.
Jenna S.
5.0
Jenna loves all pets and treats them as they were her own. She is responsible and follows all instructions down to specific amounts of food, treats, medications etc. Jenna did overnights and some daily walks for my two large lab mixes. She also is good with cats. She is willing and most times...
- Michelle K.
Adison S.
5.0
Adison is very sweet and my daughter had a lovely time hanging out with her. They drew, played with her dolls and had so much fun.
- Care member
Luciano B.
5.0
Luciano has been great taking care of our dog. He is punctual and great communicatimng with us.
- Isabela Y.
Diana O.
5.0
Diana is super sweet with kids, she play a lot, my daughter dance a lot with her. She is creative, and play good with her. Also my daughter can practice her Spanish with her.
In addition she love dogs!
I highly recommend her.
- Paola D.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Fairfax, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Fairfax, CA?
A local dog walker near you in Fairfax, CA will cost you an average of $17.50 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 Fairfax, CA?
Care.com has 4 dog walkers offering services in Fairfax, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Fairfax 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 Fairfax to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 4 dog walkers near you in Fairfax, 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.