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Ayesha A.

Dog-sitter Available!

La Jolla, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
The first dog I ever loved was a dachshund named Columbus. He was my cousin's dog and was just the sweetest little guy I'd ever met. Since then, my love for dogs has grown in size and age. I'm happy to dog sit in your home or just come by as needed. I am comfortable playing, taking your dog on walks, and any feeding. Look...
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Danelle F.

Dog Sitter

La Jolla, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
As a dedicated dog sitter with two years of experience, I provide reliable, attentive, and compassionate care. I have worked with dogs of all breeds and temperaments, ensuring their safety, comfort, and happiness. My experience includes daily walks, feeding, administering medication, and engaging in playtime to keep pets active...
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Saba M.

Cats And Dogs Lover

La Jolla, CA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
. I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I love cats and dogs which make it easy for me to make a friendly connection with them.
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Elisa M.

Experienced Dog And Cat Sitter In La Jolla!

La Jolla, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
have several years of experience caring for pets, which includes both dogs and a cat. Growing up, I had a dog for four years, during which I was responsible for his daily care, including feeding, walking, grooming, and general health monitoring. In addition, I have taken care of two dogs for an extended period, staying overnight...
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Ada D.

Smiley And Friendly Pet Sitter

La Jolla, CA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
Hi, I'm 20 years old. I love pets and been taking care of them my whole life. I grew up in a household with 2 birds, 1 turtle and 1 dog so I have experience taking care of them. I love going for walks or playing outside, and sometimes I'm good at teaching them nee tricks. With me, your pet will be in good hands.
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Kristen K.

La Jolla, CA

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm an animal lover and experienced pet owner excited to help care for your furry family members. I have one dog of my own and understand the importance of reliable, loving care. I'm available in the mornings for dog walks, feeding, playtime, or drop-in visits, and I also have experience with basic training and reinforcing...
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Gabrielle K.

La Jolla, CA

from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have 5 years of experience taking care of all different types of animals. I love walking, I am comfortable transporting, and are very excited to meet and take care of them!
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Amanda A.

Amanda A

La Jolla, CA

from
$19/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Amanda , a reliable and caring dog sitter with a genuine love for animals. I have experienced growing up with my amazing golden doodle molly and have help raised a golden retriever puppy in my family. I absolutely have a soft spot for all animals and would love to meet your furry friend. Whether your dog needs a long...
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Catalena S.

La Jolla, CA

from
$22/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Catalena and I have about eight years of experience with pets, so I feel very confident in my ability to take care of another families' furry friend. My family always had multiple pets in the household, even some that were pregnant or just had a litter. I also provided petting sitting services in my home...
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Sophia D.

La Jolla, CA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Sophia, a 22-year-old from San Francisco, California, and I just transferred to UCSD this fall. I'm the middle child with two brothers, so I'm used to balancing diff, especially dogs, and I have two of my own at home ierent personalities and understanding the needs of both kids and pets. I love animalsn San...
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Catherine H.

La Jolla, CA

from
$19/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have two fur babies of my own and have grown up with dogs my whole life. I started dog walking as a job when I was 15 and in 2019 when I first moved to San Diego, I had 4 clients I regularly dog sat and dog walked for. I love all breeds, sizes, and in between. I am happy to transport your dog if needed. I drive a Toyota Rav 4....
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Laura R.

I Love Animals

La Jolla, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
I love animals. I have house sat before for a few families with dogs and cats. I was in charge of feeding, playing, walking, and caring for their pets. I have one pet, a cat, whom I love!
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Amy K.

La Jolla, CA

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
I have grown up with cats but then fell in love with dogs after college. I have had several German Shepherds, do not have any pets currently, and am the hugest animal lover, with a soft spot for the grey muzzled ones. I have also worked as a vet tech so have interacted with beasts of all sizes and temperaments, and can medicate...
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Melissa L.

La Jolla, CA

from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Melissa, a lifelong animal lover who grew up surrounded by both cats and dogs. It was no surprise that as soon as I graduated college, I adopted my Siberian husky, Mila - who's now 9 years old and still full of love and energy. She's incredibly sweet and gets along with just about every dog she meets, especially the...
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Amanda R.

La Jolla, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I love pets and I have a lot of experience with pet siting, overnights and walks! I really treat them like my own pet
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Zsuzsanna M.

La Jolla, CA

from
$25/hr
Dog training
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Zsuzsanna -- a caring, responsible, and animal-loving person who truly enjoys spending time with pets of all kinds. I've always had a natural connection with animals and believe that every pet deserves to feel safe, loved, and understood while their owners are away. I share my home with Szaffi, my sweet and curious...
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Maiyah S.

La Jolla, CA

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Maiyah, and I have over 4 years of hands-on experience caring for cats, dogs, and rabbits. I truly love working with animals and take pride in being attentive, gentle, and dependable. Whether it's feeding, walking, playtime, or simply providing companionship, I treat every pet as if they were my own. Families...
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Emma S.

La Jolla, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Compassionate and reliable animal care professional with a deep love for animals of all kinds. Over 12 years of experience caring for pets, including dogs, cats, fish, toads, and guinea pigs in home settings. Skilled in feeding, grooming, walking, administering medications, and providing emotional support to animals. Known for...
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Krista L.

La Jolla, CA

from
$22/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a toy Aussie so I must ask that your dog is dog friendly. I can walk pretty far , or I can housesit.
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Sierra F.

La Jolla, CA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Hi, I'm Sierra! I live in La Jolla! I'm a kind and caring person who has grown up around animals, especially cats and dogs. I offer dog sitting, cat sitting, walks, and boarding services, always ensuring your pets feel safe and loved. With hands on experience working with animals, I'm active, responsible, and committed to pet...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.38/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in La Jolla, CA

A local dog walker near you in La Jolla, CA will cost you an average of $20.38 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 26 dog walkers offering services in La Jolla, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from La Jolla 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 La Jolla 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 La Jolla, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in La Jolla, 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 26 dog walkers near you in La Jolla, 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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