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Kimberly M.


Rancho Santa Fe, CA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Lover

I can take care of all pets in any capacity. I can walk animals, satay overnight with animals when you are out of town or anything else that needs to be done
Kimberly can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Emerald K.


Carlsbad, CA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Animal Lover And Advocate

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Emy. I love animals. I have a dog of my own and also volunteer at a cat rescue and have been since 2018. I have been animal sitting since 2016. Please note: due to having my own dog, I am not willing to board animals in my home. My rates are as followed: 30 min walk- $17. 60 min walk- $30. Overnight sitting (per...
Emerald can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Elaine W.


Encinitas, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mother Loves Pets Too!

I have always had pets since I was very young. I have cared for dogs, cats, bunnies, parrots, other birds, reptiles and hamsters. I enjoy taking a dog for long walks in the evening or early mornings. I have done overnight care for various animals. I do prefer to care for your pet in your home. I am an active person and I enjoy...
Elaine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training
5.0
"Elaine has done a great job with our 85 lb dog who can be a handful and cat. She communicates well and we are lucky to have her helping our family!"

Andrew B.

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Pearl Marie B.


Encinitas, CA

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Pearl B from Encinitas CA, currently working part time in retail. On my free days I love walking dogs ohh! i'm such a dog lover! I'm a very reliable, loving, and caring person especially towards dogs. I'd love to work with dogs and at the same time to fun, take care of them and most importantly to keep them safe.
Pearl Marie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Pearl provided excellent care for my Bouvier de Flanders. He was happy and well looked after."

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Sue H.


Carlsbad, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare, Tutoring, Housesitting, Errands And More

In the new world of COVID I understand how busy your life can be. I can take some of the extra work off your hands. I have been teaching for 25 years. I can provide after school care as well as tutoring. Many children are falling behind. I can help. Currently, I am teaching 2nd grade. Hours would be after school ~3:00 - 5:30. I...
Sue can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sue has been taking care of our 2.5 year old son once a week for a few weeks now, and we look forward to continuing our services with her. Our son really looks forward to her arrival, and he obviously enjoys her company. She is creative, energetic, fun and kind,...

Karen F.

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Tracy M.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Love Children And Animals, Great And Small

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently have two cats, bearded dragon and fish. I have had turtles, guinea pigs ducks, dogs and fish thought out my childhood and adult life. I have always been told that I'm great with all animals - great at walking, bathing a dog or just hanging out at the dog park. Cats are more than welcome to curl up on my lap. I...
Tracy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Cathleen G.


Cardiff by the Sea, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Dependable Care For Your Pet

I love animals and grew up with dogs, cats, and birds in my family We kids were in charge of caring for them. It was such a wonderful experience and taught us to be loving and responsible. When I had my children we owned our home and had many wonderful animals in our life. We had many pets such as cats, turtles, fish, a snake,...
Cathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Cathleen is amazing, so conscientious, and I would hire her over and over. She’s considerate, clean, and very kind and takes her job very seriously ❤️. "

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Mana D.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter And Art And Crafts Enthusiast!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mana and I am just moving into the Del Mar - San Diego area! I'm originally from Chicago Illinois. I attended the University of Illinois at Chicago and majored in English Media Professional Writing. Although my experience has mainly been with English literature, my previous major was Elementary Education and I do...
Mana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mana helped our family with our three kids. She was always on time, well organized and energetic. Mana is also very musical. She taught our kids basic musical fundamentals. One thing we really admire about Mana is her ability to multi-task and deal with kids of...

Jeff D.

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Hanna S.


Carlsbad, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a mom of 3 wonderful boys: 6, 10, and 14. I'm originally from Belarus, where I graduated from Medical University and worked as a general practitioner and also as a breastfeeding consultant and babysitter from birth to puberty. Now, I live in Carlsbad with my family and our super-active dog. I'm a versatile person...
Hanna can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was amazing with our 2 daughters (4 and 1 yr). Highly recommend!"

Naomi L.

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Steph P.


Encinitas, CA

$20-45/hr6 yrs exp

Dog Walker, Feeding

I grew up with a yellow lab my whole life. I've watched dogs for people in the past, mainly through babysitting or nannying. I have done overnight dog-sitting /house-sitting and dog walking. I'm a nanny looking to add dog walking/feeding a few times a week if the hours work, or dog sitting on occasional weekends or some weeks if...
Steph can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Ivka D.


San Diego, CA

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hello everyone, My name is Iva, I am 32 years old student currently residing in Rancho Bernardo. I have plenty of experience in pet sitting/dog walking. I used to stay with my friends pets while they would be on vacation so I am open to that type of arrangement as well. I love animals and I used to have a dog and two cats back...
Ivka can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
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Cherye M.


Escondido, CA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Reliable Pet Sitter

I have 3 dogs, 9 chickens and 1 betta fish. I can provide exceptional care for your animals like dogs, cats and turtles, and chickens. feed and entertain. dog walking, exercising, engaging and comforting. I'll treat them as they were mine! Communicate with pet owners on animal information, such as dietary intake or...
Cherye can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Taylor R.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-45/hr3 yrs exp

DOG WHISPERER

Hello! My name is Taylor but most people call me Tay! I have a dog myself, 7-year-old Maltipoo named Loki. I love dogs, I have roughly 3 years of professional dog walking and sitting experience! I'm looking for one time/ reoccurring jobs such as dog walking, love going to the doggy beach and going on hikes, as well as dog...
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Robert R.


Encinitas, CA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced And Responsible Dog Caretaker

I recently moved to Encinitas from snowy Michigan. I'm an avid pet lover and dog dad to an 8-year-old Australian Cattle Dog/Terrier named Nanook. I am available to responsibly and reliably pet sit, dog walk, and help with errands or transportation as needed. ~Bobby
Robert can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"What a great experience! Bobby was wonderful with our new puppy; kind friendly, helpful, and is definitely someone who connects well with pets! Will definitely use again. Thanks! "

Jennifer Y.

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Bryce B.


Carlsbad, CA

$16-21/hr

I Love Working With Animals. I've Had Cats My Whole Life

Hi! I have had cats my whole life and have worked dog walking and sitting for 2 years now. I would love to help!
Bryce can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Kenzie W.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Let Me Take The Stress Off Of You!

Hello! My name is Kenzie and I am a fellow dog mom to the cutest german shepard, Denver. I understand the stress first hand of trying to provide the best life for your dog when other life things come up like vacations or just needing someone while you're at work! I have 7 years of experience with dog walking/dog sitting but of...
Kenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Mirabella K.


San Diego, CA

$17-22/hr

Need A Dog Walker?

I absolutely love animals! I have grown up around dogs, I have experience with small and larger pets. I would be honored to walk/watch your furry friends!
Mirabella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi. My name is Farimah, and I have three dogs named Jethrow, Sebi, and Tommy. Jethrow is a 8-year-old Siberian Husky, Sebi is a 4-year-old Spitz, and Tommy is a 5-year-old Spitz. I am an animal lover and an advocate. I've done a lot of dog walks and pet sitting for over the past years and have loved every step. I am excited to...
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Signija G.


Escondido, CA

$22-25/hr1 yrs exp

Dog And Cat Nanny

I am a 43-year-old mother of a daughter looking to earn some extra income during the summer. I have grown up with dogs and cats (mainly schnauzers). I have also helped my sister with her dog walking business in the past. I am easy going, friendly but firm. I also dogsit for my friend every year while she goes on her 4 week...
Signija can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have years of experience caring for dogs, as I have two of my own and also walk for clients. I absolutely love and adore dogs and will always provide the utmost care, love and attention to them, as they deserve it. I have a large, 110 pound husky mix as well as a border collie, so I am used to and invite high energy dogs.
Robin can also help with: Pet walking

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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Elaine W.

5.0

Elaine has done a great job with our 85 lb dog who can be a handful and cat. She communicates well and we are lucky to have her helping our family!

- Andrew B.

Pearl Marie B.

5.0

Pearl provided excellent care for my Bouvier de Flanders. He was happy and well looked after.

- Care member

Sue H.

5.0

Sue has been taking care of our 2.5 year old son once a week for a few weeks now, and we look forward to continuing our services with her. Our son really looks forward to her arrival, and he obviously enjoys her company. She is creative, energetic, fun and kind, just as you would expect from her...

- Karen F.

Cathleen G.

5.0

Cathleen is amazing, so conscientious, and I would hire her over and over. She’s considerate, clean, and very kind and takes her job very seriously ❤️.

- Care member

Mana D.

5.0

Mana helped our family with our three kids. She was always on time, well organized and energetic. Mana is also very musical. She taught our kids basic musical fundamentals. One thing we really admire about Mana is her ability to multi-task and deal with kids of kids from different age groups....

- Jeff D.

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