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Isla D.

Scotts Valley, CA

from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
Hi there! My name is Isla and I've been pet-sitting and dog walking as a part time job for about five years. I have a dog of my own as well as a cat and I love spending time with animals! I'm happy to assist you with your animal related needs and help to take care of your furry friends :)
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Vinicius G.

Pets Are My Passion

Scotts Valley, CA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hi I'm Vinicius, you can call me Vini, I love all types of pets. I grew up with dogs and along my whole life I always had pets by my side, dogs, cats and birds. I currently have a dog and a cat. I really love being around them, I love their honesty, their loyalty, and I love to feel their pure and genuine love. Since I was very...
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Sarah S.

Seasoned House & Pet Sitter

Scotts Valley, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Sarah and I have been helping local Santa Cruz families with their pet and house sitting needs for over 10 years. I am responsible, a massive animal lover, and I love giving my clients peace of mind while they travel. I've watched dogs of all ages- from puppies to the elderly- and all types of breeds. I am an avid...
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Emely M.

Scotts Valley, CA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Emely and I am a 23-year-old UCSC alumni. I have grew up in a house with many cats, dogs, and fish and have 6 years of experience fostering cats specifically. I am very knowledgeable and comfortable around all breeds and am willing to assist with grooming, walking, sitting, feeding, and making sure your furry friend...
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Dresden B.

I've Had Many Animals Throughout The Years That Are Very Healthy!!!

Scotts Valley, CA

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
I've had many animals throughout the years that are very healthy and happy! I've had dogs cats guinea pigs fish I love animals! I am active love dog walking and have my own Car!
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Liseth D.

Your Dog's Home Away From Home. Play, Care, And Cuddles!

Scotts Valley, CA

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I have two years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes and breeds. My services include daily walks, ensuring they stay clean after playtime, feeding them according to their needs, and administering medication when necessary. I love to play with them and give plenty of cuddles and hugs. I am dedicated to providing a safe,...
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Mary S.

Pet Sitting, Dog Walking

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Eliana R.

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a dog of my own who is a little white Maltese. He is 7 years old and my best friend. I have had a rabbit in the past who I had for 5 years. Dog sitting, overnight care, feeding and taking the dog out for walks are things I am open to in pet care.

Care Member says "Eliana was a great pet sitter. "

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Lilian B.

Hello My Name In Lilian. I Live In Santa Cruz County. I Enjoy Interacting With Others.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello, my name is Lilian. I am a college student looking for a job. I have classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays only. I am free every other day of the week all day anytime for work. Feel free to reach out I like interacting with others. I am looking for a job that pays minimum wage and can work with my school schedule. I love...

Care Member says "She is a very sweet and playful person, she is good with kids of all ages. Very artistic and has a good imagination! I would recommend her she is...

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Madison S.

Pet Sitter

Capitola, CA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, My name is Madison S. I absolutely love animals and I feel comfortable house and pet sitting. I am a verified member and have experience pet sitting for families in the East Bay area. Growing up I lived with many different animals. As pets, I lived with dogs, cats, lizards, snakes, Guinea pigs, rats, mice, and fish. I...
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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
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
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.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Maya and I am 25 years old. I earned a B. A. in Anthropology from UCSC in 2022. I have been a nanny before with 10+ years of experience. I also have experience as a day camp counselor, as well as a summer camp counselor for the YMCA. I am very friendly, outgoing, responsible and I am LGBTQIA+ friendly. I also...

Sara B. says "Hired after interview. Very excited to have her start with our family!"

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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 transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 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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Kenneth G.

General Pet Care/ Walking/ Sitting/ Transportation/ Etc...

Aptos, CA

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have many years of experience working with children and pets of all types. My experience with domestic pets includes owning 2 dogs, countless cats and decades of continuous fish in my home. My work history involved the care of dogs, cats, fish, and reptiles. I have been responsible for feeding, vet transportation,...
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Sierra D.

Lively Pet Sitter/ Walker

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$18/hr
Hello! My name is Sierra-Maeve and I'm newer to the general Santa Cruz area. I have been an animal lover my whole love and hope to gain experience in animal/pet care. My experience in taking care of pets is through watching my neighbors dog while growing up and having pets on my own. I'm a very active person so I very much enjoy...
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Oona B.

I Love Animals

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I love animals and I would love to care for yours. The prospect of caring for and working with animal/s is really a dream of mine." Whether it be dog walking or caring for an elderly cat, helping to calm a wily kitten or aiding a dog with anxiety issues, I will treat your animal/s with much respect and love.
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Jennifer V.

Capitola, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Dog walking and sitting for the family I nannied for. Two big dogs, made sure to feed and bathe them as well.
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Vanessa J.

Lets Get This Paw-ty Started!

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$22/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
One year ago I began my volunteer journey with the Santa Cruz animal shelter where I got trained to work with dogs from all different walks of life! Shortly after I began a dog walking service and I am continuing that service on this platform! I am an animal lover and hope to take your of your pet soon!
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Ellie T.

Felton, CA

from
$17/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! Im Ellie I am 18 and Absolutely adore dogs I care for my dog at home, I walk him and feed him. I am currently in high school and I am free for walking and caring for dogs on the weekends and sometimes and later in the day on the weekdays! I am flexible on schedules and happy to help!
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Megan M.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am an experienced pet owner and pet sitter of many years, and I would love to help you and your family with your unique pet care needs! I am happy to do dog-walking, pet sitting, transportation, and other pet care as needed. Please reach out to me with your pet care needs! I adore animals and would be so happy to meet and care...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.33/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Scotts Valley, CA

Dog Walkers in Scotts Valley, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Eliana R.

Eliana was a great pet sitter.

- Care member

Lilian B.

She is a very sweet and playful person, she is good with kids of all ages. Very artistic and has a good imagination! I would recommend her...

- Care member

Laura E.

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

- Hannah L.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Scotts Valley, CA

A local dog walker near you in Scotts Valley, CA will cost you an average of $22.33 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 6 dog walkers offering services in Scotts Valley, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Scotts Valley 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 Scotts Valley 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 Scotts Valley, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Scotts Valley, 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 6 dog walkers near you in Scotts Valley, 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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