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Olivia W.

Dog Walking, Pet Sitting, Plant Care

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am a 27-year-old professional and California native. I work a remote analytics job, and am looking to make a little extra income while also getting to spend time with animals outside of work. I consider myself organized, responsible, and respectful, and have had many years of experience caring for...
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Lora Z.

Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care

Santa Monica, CA

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$35/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Dogs have always been a big part of my life. From a young age, I've found deep joy and fulfillment in spending time with them from playing, walking and training. Over the years, I've raised two of my own and cared for many others, including breeds as varied as labs, pit bulls, poodles and everything in between. Each dog has...
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Alyssa T.

Dog Lover Available For Walks And Pet Care

Santa Monica, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
I completed a Veterinary Assisting training program and volunteered at the Animal Protection League from 2013-2014. I am now currently a first year Vet Tech student at Pierce College. I love dogs of all breeds, sizes and ages. I am happy to give baths and light grooming.
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Tatiana S.

Responsible, Loving And Safe Pet Walking/boarding

Santa Monica, CA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
I've been fostering, boarding and walking dogs for the past few years. It's been a fun and rewarding experience!
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Silvia Rosselini G.

Walk, Care And Feed Any Animal.

Santa Monica, CA

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$29/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have had a dog in my home country for 15 years, before that I had a chicken. Here in the USA, I took care of a 17-year-old dog from 2022 to 2024. Besides that, I have been taking care of other dogs walking with them, feeding and transporting them to other places.
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Allyson O.

Loving Dog Sitter/ Walker

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! My names Allyson and I recently moved to California from Arizona after finishing college. I grew up with dogs, cats, bunnies, chickens, hamsters, and fish so I love and know how to care for many animals! I am very active and can go for walks up to 6 miles if needed! I love to play with animals and keep them entertained...
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Sabrina L.

Dog Walker & Dog Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi! My name is Sabrina and I live in Westwood. I have two cats of my own: an orange tabby and a calico. I have been a dog walker/cat sitter for a few years and primarily though Rover. I've helped take care of several cats over the years and that typically includes feedings, cleaning the litter box, playing and showing affection...
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Soffe W.

Dog Walker And Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 5+ years of experience pet sitting for neighbors and friends. I have a 12-year-old labradoodle of my own who lives at my parents. I would love to help you out with any of your pet sitting and dog walking needs!
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Jacibe M.

Caring And Reliable Dog Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 3 years of experience caring for children and truly enjoy helping them learn, grow, and have fun in a safe, nurturing environment. I'm responsible, patient, and reliable, and I always bring a positive attitude to everything I do. I also have two dogs of my own and absolutely love animals, so I'm very comfortable with pet...
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Emma T.

Extremely Caring And Reliable Dog Lover!

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have had dogs my entire life. I currently have two maltese that I've had for over 12 years, and they are my pride and joy! I know how important my dogs are to me, and I would only treat and care for someone else's dog with as much love as I give my own. I grew up babysitting my friends' and neighbors' dogs and am currently in...
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Pam G.

I Love Dogs

Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I would be happy to dog walk or bring your dog to my home for dog sitting. Must be located in or near Santa Monia. I've owned dogs for over 35 years.
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Ana R.

Dog Care

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
As a passionate and reliable dog caregiver, I'm here to make sure your furry friend feels safe, loved, and happy while you're away. Whether it's going on long walks, playtime at the park, or cozy cuddles at home, I treat every pup like family. With experience caring for dogs of all sizes, ages, and personalities, I understand...
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Anatoly K.

I Like Dogs

Santa Monica, CA

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$21/hr
Pet walking
I can walk your dog or pet sit. I have been walking dogs and friends dogs for a long time. Consider me.
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Nicolle D.

Personal/Home Assistant And Dog Sitter

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! I am Nicolle, a reliable, adaptable, and organized professional living in Santa Monica seeking full/part-time work, With my strong background in customer service and PR/events, and a life-long love for animals, I'm ready to help simplify your life and provide top notch care for your home, projects, or furry...
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Samantha S.

The Best Things In Life Are Furry:)

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Samantha, I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking, Drop-in Visits, and Pet Sitting in your home. Growing up, animals have always surrounded me and been a HUGE part of my life. I have had dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and snakes. Their presence has impacted my life, showing me different sides of...

Care Member says "Samantha is incredibly thoughtful and loyal. She is trustworthy, follows directions, and cares for people, pets, and belongings. I highly recommend her...

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Christina C.

Animal Lover

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have been a dog walker for 10 years and absolutely love animals! They bring me so much joy as I grew up with a cocker spaniel poodle and now have a beautiful toy poodle puppy. I can dog sit at your home or mine. I have a gated courtyard as well as a great neighborhood to walk dogs for when boarding. I am living in Santa...

Barbara F. says "Christina is very responsible and reliable. Kids love her and so do pets. She always goes above and beyond in whatever she does. I highly recommend her."

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Julia C.

Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have grown up with golden retrievers all my life. While my mom tends to also dog sit, I also have contributed to helping her out and have experience watching the dogs and walking dogs!
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Hannah T.

Santa Monica, CA

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$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I fell in love with dogs when I was 2 years old, and have been running after them since. When I was in second grade, I presented posters with information on different dog breeds to my parents in hopes that they would let me keep one! This research trained me for my science career, and I now work as an epidemiologist with a very...
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Sallie Ann B.

Part-time Pet Care Available

Santa Monica, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
Growing up, my family owned many different pets. My brother had a snake and a gecko; I had a hamster and two guinea pigs; and as a family we owned two dogs and a cat. It was the kids' responsibility to clean out cages, feed, and water the pet. I am comfortable around many different animals, from reptiles to mammals. I love...
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Ana R.

Pet Care

Santa Monica, CA

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
Experienced and loving pet caregiver with a background in caring for three dogs of different breeds and sizes. Skilled in providing daily walks, feeding, administering basic medications, grooming, and offering companionship. Attentive to each dog's unique personality and needs, ensuring a safe, playful, and nurturing...
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  • 66 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.77/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

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

A local dog walker near you in Santa Monica, CA will cost you an average of $21.77 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of July 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 66 dog walkers offering services in Santa Monica, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Santa Monica 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 Monica 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 Monica, 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 Monica, 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 66 dog walkers near you in Santa Monica, 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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