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60 dog walkers are listed in San Rafael, CA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 2 years
Dog walkers in San Rafael, CA
Last August through December I helped train and care for a cavalier King Charles and mini Poodle mix puppy ( He was roughly 10weeks when I started). The family was very new to having a dog, both parents had only ever had cats. There was a lot of learning and teaching with the parents as well. It enhanced my communication,...
Gessica can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
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: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello everyone, my name is Nora.
I'm feeling happy finally I have a chance to take care dogs I work as nanny and seniors always I take care dogs and cats from same families but now li have chance to walk them too I have a good references. Feel free to contact me
Nora can also help with: Pet walking
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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: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking & more
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"Could not be more happy with how well Breanne took care of our dogs Layla and Goose over the holidays. Breanne was responsive, knowledgeable and caring and went above and beyond, nursing one of our sick pups back to health after she got sick unexpectedly while we...
Laura P.
Adison S.
San Rafael, CA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello!
i'm currently a senior at Dominican university of ca, graduating this year with a major in dance & minor in English. I have baby sat, house sat, dog walked, and cared for many families/pets around the bay area, so I have many references as well!
I absolutely love meeting each families pets:)
I am nice, clean, kind, &...
Adison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Chandler W. and I just moved up from San Diego to San Rafael in order to attend Dominican University for Art Therapy. While I am going to school, I would love the opportunity to take care of animals. My previous job was at the Humane Society in San Diego, and I even worked with dogs/cats with behavioral issues.
I...
Chandler can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Kjersten C.
San Rafael, CA
$16-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello I'm Kjersten! Professionally, I'm mostly a caregiver, although recently I've been taking care of an infant along with it's 2 large breed dogs for the past year. I walked them, fed, brushed, stayed overnight, and picked up after them. I've lived on a farm with sheep, goats, chicken, dogs and cats. Personally, I've owned and...
Kjersten can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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: Boarding, pet sitting
Imagen C.
San Rafael, CA
$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as attentive, considerate, and adventurous.
I like working with kids because they remind you of how amazing and exciting the world can be. I also enjoy seeing how creative and imaginative children are.
I started working with kids when my grandma and mother had a daycare and took care of many...
Imagen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Talia F.
San Rafael, CA
$20-25/hr
I have 4 years of experience dog sitting. I also had dog for 16yrs. I make sure they are fed on time and taken out for walks. If dogs require certain medication, I can do that. I can either dog sit at the pets residence or pet can be dropped off to my home.
Talia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have been providing pet-sitting and house-sitting services to a few different families for three years. I have watched and cared for small and large dogs, cats, and chinchillas. Some of my pet care responsibilities have included, feeding, walking, cleaning pet habitats, providing pets with medication, and of course, spending...
Haley can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, boarding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Travis J.
San Rafael, CA
$11-18/hr
I am really good with animals (dogs and cats) and enjoy taking them on walks and parks to play. I have had my own dog who was a mini dachsund and my family currently has a French Mastiff, a Chocolate Lab, and a Plot Hound, all of which I can handle easily. If interested, please feel free to message me, I would love to chat!
Travis can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I'm looking for a job that can bring my life some happiness. I'm currently enrolled into college and as we all know that can't be stressful. Being a dog walker/ sitter can bring so much joy and ease.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi Families! I'm a really animal person, I can be around any kind of animals. I had 2 dogs which I used to take care of them always. I love playing with them, walk, hike and of course make them feel loved. Of course I also love cats as well
I'd describe my personality as KIND HARD-WORKING AND HELPFUL
I like working with...
Mariana can also help with: Pet sitting
Celia A.
San Rafael, CA
$21-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have taken care of a German shepherd, a cavapoo, 2 goldens retriever and a Labrador. It was casually and I would take them on walk, feed them and I have stayed overnight for some of those dogs because they couldn't sleep alone
Celia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Katherine D.
San Rafael, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a part-time nanny and sometimes have to stay overnight with to watch the dogs. One lab and one terrier. I feed and walk them, usually a 30-minute walk (individual walks). I also have to give powder medication to one of the dogs. I have a dog of my own, a lab, and also care for him. I also need to give him pills from time to...
Liseth O.
San Rafael, CA
$16-21/hr
Hi
Back in Virginia I regularly took care of 3 dogs from my neighbors I overnight at their house and give them their breakfast early in the morning and one of them has a special diet always he required some pills and vitamins, my routine with them was also took them out for a walk and play with them. In addition, I lived for 3...
Liseth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hello! My name is Mackenzie and I am currently a student at Boise State University. I love animals and have had pets of my own along with almost 5 years of experience pet sitting. I will provide the best care for your pets and can't wait to start sitting/walking pets again!!
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I adore the outdoors and getting outside, breathing fresh air, going on hikes and walks locally. I especially love it when I have a furry companion alongside to explore the outdoors with! Growing up we cared for various animals, this peaked my love for animals very early in my life and it just continued to grow from there. I'd...
Emma can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Vilma G.
San Rafael, CA
$30-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there my name is Yanira I'm interested in this position because I love animals I have experience to take care of them go for a walk feeding them-please contact me for more information
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in San Rafael, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in San Rafael, CA?
A local dog walker near you in San Rafael, CA will cost you an average of $22.64 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 San Rafael, CA?
Care.com has 33 dog walkers offering services in San Rafael, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from San Rafael 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 Rafael to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in San Rafael, 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 San Rafael, 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 San Rafael, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in San Rafael, 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 San Rafael, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 33 dog walkers near you in San Rafael, 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.
Ratings for San Rafael, CA dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Walkers in San Rafael, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.