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Mary S.

Pet Sitting, Dog Walking

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up on a farm so I have always been around animals and love them. I provide dog and cat sitting in your home. Overnight care available making sure they are in safe, well fed and are set up for the night.
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Alma F.

Pet Sitting/Dog Walking

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 8+ years worth of experience taking care of dogs. My experiences dog sitting have included feeding them, taking them on multiple walks a day and on ventures to the beach. I am open to housesitting as well. My rate and hours are negotiable. Please message me with any questions.
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Laura E.

Part Time Pet Sitter And Dog Walker Available

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
dog training
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
I grew up with a yellow lab, Brandy, and a cat, Felix, who I loved dearly. I am godmother to my roommate's kitten, Frida, who has me wrapped around her cute little paw! I am a lifelong animal lover and enjoy caring for pets like they are my own family. I have 10+ years experience in house sitting, pet sitting and plant care. I...

Hannah L. says "I would highly recommend Laura to anyone looking for a responsible, caring, and knowledgeable pet sitter. She took amazing care of my two cats and my...

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Maya W.

Part-time Dog Walker

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
I have about 7 years of experience walking dogs. I have usually only cared for smaller dogs, but I love dogs of all sizes.
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Aimee M.

Experienced Animal Care Provider For Dogs A

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$35/hr
Pet walking
I grew up on a huge ranch with over 100 horses, and had large dogs at home that I walked, fed , groomed and cared for since I was a teenager. I also worked as a groomers assistant for 2+ years. I'm comfortable walking and working with all breeds and ages of dogs, I love them so much and connect deeply with them.
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Nicolette H.

Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I am comfortable walking dogs of all sizes and strengths and provide pet sitting services as well. I am a current cat owner and previous dog owner who has experience taking care of elderly and disabled dogs and cats. I am trustworthy and will take care of your pets as if they were my own.
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Tess P.

Animal Lover! Very Reliable And Care About Your Pets!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
grooming
boarding
dog training
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of professional experience. I can help with grooming and Pet Transportation, training, walking, and boarding. I have grown up with animals all my life and have such a soft spot for them. I am currently trying to save enough money to put myself through nursing school, any jobs I would appreciate!

Heather G. says "Tess is very responsible and does an amazing job with my pets! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for help with your pets."

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Meckenzie A.

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
I have spent much of my youth volunteering and my local SPCA and absolutely adore pets. I currently have a German Shepherd named Lulu! I love taking dogs on long walks and I have my own car and I'm very comfortable with transporting pets!
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Jose B.

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
Caring for animals is more than a job for me; it's a passion. I treat every pet as my own, prioritizing their comfort and happiness. I have one year of experience providing pet walking and day care for dogs, cats, birds, fish, and mammals. I reinforce positive behaviors and good manners. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules...
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Michaela D.

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
I have had animals my entire life! I absolutely love spending time with anything furry (except spiders). I have a dog of my own named Ben. He is a corgi basset mix. I am available to walk your dog, or bring them to the dog park if that is something they like doing!
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Ann S.

Pet Sitter @ Errands

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi my name is Ann. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I also can run errands.
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Natalie L.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I used to pet sit the dogs in my neighborhood my freshman year of high school. I would walk, feed, and play with them. I'm currently working on getting my pet first aid certification and growing my dog training skills.
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Sophia G.

Dependable Sitter

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have experience helping with Gurries Furries, walking dogs, and overnight pet sitting. I love fur babies, especially the those with bigs paws! Looking for extra work. Thanks!
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Kacey P.

Animal Lover Available To Watch Your Pets

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I can provide pet sitting in your home. I am an animal lover and grew up with dogs and cats. Along with this, I have experience pet sitting for extended periods of time. I'm comfortable administering medication, taking your dog on outings to the beach, hiking or just a walk around the neighborhood. I'm comfortable with large...
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Gabrielle S.

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Gabrielle, a second year student at UCSC who loves animals and wants to get to meet some furry friends. I have 2 years of pet sitting/dog walking experience, and only 5 star reviews. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
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Susannah M.

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I am a single mom and owner of 2 cats, soon to add a dog to the family. I grew up with dogs, and have watched, walked, played with and cared for friends dogs while they were our of town. I'm open to anymore questions you have.
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Tess K.

Absolute Animal Lover

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I love animals and have grown up around a variety my whole life. As a child, my family referred to me as the family vet because I was always the one taking care of the injured and nursing them back to heath. Some animals I am familiar with include dogs, cats, ducks, birds, cows, goats, and some fish. I am willing to walk, sit,...
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Emily C.

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Emily. I have my job in San Jose i'm looking for an extra income. I love animals! My family & I have a 2-year-old dog. need a walker, let me know. I'd love to walk or sit for them whatever you need .
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Talia G.

Pet Sitter And Walker

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I've had animals my entire life and have two of my own furry friends. I've walked and pet sit other peoples animals for over 6 years!
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Mikaila B.

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, My name is Mikaila and I am 19 years old. I am currently a college student at UCSC but during my breaks I am at my parents home in Brentwood CA. Growing up we always had pets inside our house. First we had dogs specifically boxers. Then we had multiple cats. We also had a rabbit, 2 fish, 3 chickens, 2 ducks and a bearded...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.12/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Santa Cruz, CA

A local dog walker near you in Santa Cruz, CA will cost you an average of $21.12 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of November 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 51 dog walkers offering services in Santa Cruz, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Santa Cruz, 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 51 dog walkers near you in Santa Cruz, 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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