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Taylor J.

Dogwalker

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have helped walk dogs around my neighborhood and have dog sat for a family multiple times. This included walking the dogs twice a day, feeding them, consistently cleaning up after them, and ensuring their overall health and well being.
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Flexible Dog Walker And Caregiver Available!

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Averee, and I'm currently attending Cuesta College with all online classes, so my schedule is really flexible. I'd love to walk or check in on your dogs!
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Reliable And Patient Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of pets for up to 2 weeks. I've had both cats and dogs of my own, but I truly do love all animals. I'm comfortable with anything from daily walks to staying with your pet overnight. In my free time, I enjoy playing pickleball, rock climbing, reading, and baking. I hope to...
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Fatima R.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi ! My name is Fatima. I love animals and have lots of energy for them! I love going on walks and finding new ways of keeping animals moving and with high energy. Something I learned from my pets was that you have to have a lot of patience and understanding!
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Part-time Petsitter

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I absolutely love all animals and have grown up petsitting/dog walking for my neighbors and family friends. I'm a transplant from California so missing my pets at home, would love to give some extra love to your pets!
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Kathryn M.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Huge dog person, but can love on any animal. Comfortable with medication and/or shots if needed. Can take long walks or visits to the beach. Also can bathe if needed.
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Emily L.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$26/hr
Pet walking
I love animals and have experience walking all sizes of dogs! Would love to help you out with your dog walking needs!
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Maile M.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! My name is Maile and I am a rising junior at Cal Poly SLO! I am home for the summer and looking to help out with pet care! I have done some light dog sitting (checking in, playing, feeding throughout the day) as well as dog walking! I also have my own dog, Bo, who is a labradoodle!
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Lydia S.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have many years of experience watching both kids and pets! From being a counselor at a summer camp, to driving kids to after school activities and helping with homework, to overnight pet sitting and daily dog walks, I have a wide range of skills. In addition to planning activities to do with your kids, I'm happy to help with...
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Carmela P.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Carmela. I have be in love with animals since I was a kid and I love taking care of them. I have experience with dog sitting, walking etc. Thank you for reading my bio and I hope to hear from you soon!
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Quinn G.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals, I grew up with dogs and cats and have fostered over 35 kittens in the span of 6 years. I love taking dogs on walks/ hikes or even throwing a ball around. I have lots of experience with cats of all ages as well.
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Jon B.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Jon and I am an experienced and compassionate pet lover who is looking for pet sitting and walking opportunities! I also work at a Maddie Maes's Pet Pantry which is a local pet store so I am comfortable with animals of all sizes and personalities . Looking forward to connecting to see how I can help you and your...
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Jaclyn M.'s Photo

Animal Lover For Hire :)

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a big animal lover, and have had as my own pets dogs, cats, bunnies, rats, chinchillas, hamsters and horses. I am always happiest when surrounded by furry friends! I would love to offer services of drop in visits, walks or overnights for your beloved pets! You can rest assured they will be in save and loving hands with me,...
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Carlyne B.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Carli! I am a lifelong animal lover with experience caring for dogs, cats, and small pets of all kinds. Whether it's daily walks, feeding, playtime, or just extra cuddles, I make sure every pet feels safe, happy, and loved while their family is away. I treat every pet as if they were my own and always pay close attention...
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Pet Sitter Extraordinaire

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been doing pet and house sitting for various folks for over 10 years. I very much enjoy it! My schedule is somewhat flexible and I am active and enjoy long walks. I love taking care of any kind of animal. I am reliable and punctual
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Holly H.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hello, my name is Holly. I am a large-dog owner myself, and I have extensive dog training and pet care experience. I personally exercise my dog at least 1. 5-2 hours a day, including walking, running, training, tracking, fetch, tug, play with other dogs and more. I keep myself educated and up-to-date on the most humane and...
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Jessinda W.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals and enjoy walking them, play with them, sitting for them. I have 3 cats and enjoy being around them. Can house sit, pick up mail or anything you need help with.
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Julia F.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I really love dogs and have taken care of them for a long time. If you leave your dog with me, they'll have a great time in my dog-friendly home with a fenced yard. I know how to make sure each dog gets what they need, like walks, play, and relaxation. I'm good with different types of dogs. I'm dependable and will me to make...
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Emily S.'s Photo

Pet Caregiver

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! I'm an experienced pet caregiver currently working with other pet care apps. I've been around animals my whole life and have cared for dogs of all sizes. At home, I have two bearded collies, a poodle, a bearded dragon, two geckos, and two snakes-so I'm comfortable with all kinds of pets, not just dogs! Whether it's...
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Anna F.'s Photo

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been dog walking and overnight sitting for the past two years. I have regular clients but would like to expand.
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  • The average post rate is $18.82/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in San Luis Obispo, CA

A local dog walker near you in San Luis Obispo, CA will cost you an average of $18.82 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 2026 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 40 dog walkers offering services in San Luis Obispo, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in San Luis Obispo, 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 40 dog walkers near you in San Luis Obispo, 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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