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Nicole M.

Experienced Dog Walker!

Palo Alto, CA

from
$19/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog walking and dog sitting for at least 5 years! I love all dogs (but I'm allergic to cats) and I'd love to walk, care for, and play with your furry friend!
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Experienced, Compassionate Former Vet Tech For In-home Pet-sitting, Visits, Pet-care

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am a lifelong bay area local animal lover with many animal-related caretaking experiences. I gained a lot of experience in my twenties working as a veterinary assistant in a companion animal hospital. I have also worked in horse barns and hobby farms. I offer dog walking, daily check-ins, and home and pet-sitting in...

Care Member says "Ingrid took care of my 2 indoor cats in her space for almost 3 months while I was abroad for an extended time. I sensed in her that she was a...

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Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello my name is Mariela. I can provide dog sitting in your hime or in mine. I have a sweet energetic labrador that just wants to play with everyone. I also adopted a senior dog. She is very gentle and sweet and mothers our lab. I have sitted my brother's dog when he goes on trips and some of my friends. I am very pet friendly...

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Animal Lover

Palo Alto, CA

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I grew up surrounded by different types of animals; however, most of the pets I grew up with were mainly dogs and cats. Majority of my experience with taking care of animals has been for my family; however, I have taken care of other families pets before. I love taking care of animals. I am able to feed, play, run/walk,...
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Dedicated Student Ready To Help With Household Tasks, Childcare, Pet Care And Much More!!

Palo Alto, CA

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
Hi there! I'm Rafael, a responsible college student at Foothill College studying Chemistry. Balancing school and work has taught me the value of time management and reliability. I'm here on Care. com to find meaningful work to help make ends meet. I have extensive experience babysitting younger siblings and cousins, ensuring a...
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Silvia C.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

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$19/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
I really love Dogs cats!!! Like to play with them take them to walk or run anywhere is possible for themselves feel free
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Janeth V.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

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$19/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a wealth of experience in pet care, ranging from dog walking to pet sitting. With a friendly and caring approach, I ensure the well-being and happiness of pets under my care. I am committed to providing clear communication and professional service to give you peace of mind while you're away from your furry friends.
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Griselda L.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

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$20/hr
I have experience with boarding pet sitting. I love dogs! I do walks around parks and neighborhoods. I would love to care for your loving fur-ball. Thank you!
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Pet Sitter And Walker At Rover

Palo Alto, CA

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$23/hr
Hi! I'm a PT graduate who does dog walking and sitting in other company and here at care. com on the side. I've been caring for small and medium dogs and cats since I was a young
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Hailey P.'s Photo

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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Anastasiia K.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi I'm a lifelong animal lover and dedicated pet carer I grew up in a small village surrounded by animals of all kinds so looking after pets has always come naturally to me Over the past few years I've been offering pet care professionally walking dogs caring for cats housesitting and even traveling to stay with pets when...
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Part-Time Pet Sitter/Walker Available

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello there! I have owned several pets over the years, including dogs, cats, birds, fish, hamsters, and a bunny. I'm also comfortable caring for reptiles, amphibians, and rodents. I'm available to check-in on your pet for feeding and socializing, as well as take your pet out for a walk (if applicable). Overnight is also...
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Lorena R.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

from
$29/hr
Pet walking
Hi, I work for a family with a dog that I walk 4 times a week and play, and wend they go on vacation I take care of the dog in their home this dog loves me so much that she follows me everywhere in the house, even if the owners are home. I love Dogs and care for them I will like to have a part time waking dogs. And if you need...
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Haijing Z.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

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$18/hr
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
Taking care of pets requires a lot of patience and love. Here are some of my experiences. First, make sure your pet has a balanced diet. For dogs and cats, choose high-quality pet food that suits their age, size, and activity level. Provide fresh water at all times. Second, give them enough exercise. Take your dog for a walk...
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Lopasi L.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
I love dogs and apart from being a senior caregiver I also takes care of their pets esp dogs. I can feed them, take them for a walk and dog sitter when a family is going out of town. I am a dog lover and I have a dog at home so I am familiar with taking care of dogs
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Pet Care

Palo Alto, CA

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
I love almost all animals outside of the norm of cats and dogs but dogs is where my heart is. I have had some experience with house sitting for pets and dog walking. I currently have a miniature schnauzer and she is very vocal and can be very sassy. I am also experienced with big dogs as well and have had a gentle Australian...
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Evelyn R.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

from
$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
boarding
I've grown up with pets for as long as I can remember. I've had birds, fishes, snakes, bunnies and dogs. I am an animal lover at heart. I don't have any pets at the moment so I started doing some dog walking and a bit of boarding. I am loving it and would love more opportunities:)
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Abigail K.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

from
$19/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Abby and I have always loved animals and grew up among many! I've had several dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, and parakeets. I currently have a beautiful orange tabby named Nala! I'm more than happy to help with any sort of pet care whether that's just giving love and attention or walking your pet(s). I'm also more...
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Jacqueline C.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

from
$26/hr
Pet walking
I have a 2 yr old chihuahua and I grew up with lots of pets. Big dogs and small dogs and cats. I make sure we stay active so we go on long walks each day. He is a well behaved chihuahua very friendly and loves big dogs and his toys.
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Jazmin B.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

from
$19/hr
I can help with pet sitting or if you need someone to walk your dog! I have had many pets so I love being with them. I can also help with washing and cleaning them!
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.24/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Palo Alto, CA

A local dog walker near you in Palo Alto, CA will cost you an average of $22.24 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 33 dog walkers offering services in Palo Alto, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Palo Alto, 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 33 dog walkers near you in Palo Alto, 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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