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I provide dog sitting in your own home! I have been a pet sitter for over 3 years and have experience sitting dogs of all ages and sizes. I love all animals and have a dog and cat myself. I can give your dog a bath, administer medicine, go on walks, and give the most care to your furry family member.
Aubrie can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Daniela H.
Lafayette, CA
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm an animal lover person, my favorite animals and cats and dogs, I grew up with both. My responsibilities always have been walking them and feed them since they're are mine. Currently I'm working as a nanny live in, during the time the children are in school I'm free and I walk and feed the dogs during weekdays.
Daniela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Josiane P.
Lafayette, CA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, I am a passionate and reliable dog walker dedicated to providing exceptional care and exercise for furry companions. Experienced in handling dogs of all sizes and breeds, ensuring their safety and well-being during walks. I am committed to creating a positive and enjoyable walking experience for both dogs and their...
Daniela H.
Lafayette, CA
$28/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm an experienced child care person, I lived in Colorado for one year taking care of two children 2yo and 4yo, I used to drive them to places, play with them and do the night routine (feeding, bath and bed).
Now, I live in California taking care of two girls 6yo and 8yo, I drive them every day to school from Monday to Friday,...
Daniela can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Alina A.
Lafayette, CA
$18-30/hr
Hi! I am very attentive and love animals. I have had the privelege and exprience of taking care of animals my entire life. Ive volunteered at 2 animals rescue centers. I am very comfortable being around dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also take them on walks!
5.0
(1)
Being a dog lover, I've always been passionate about caring for, rescuing and owning dogs. After my first dog (of my own) in college at UCLA, I started dog sitting for some of my college friends' pets, which lead to housesitting and caring for other families' pets when they were out of town. After 3 years of house/dog sitting, I...
Iman can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Hi reviewers, how are you? I'm so happy because the services were were everything I needed. We received excellent care worth you knowing about! Super star rating."
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Naomi E.
Concord, CA
$11-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Naomi. I am 21 years old and currently attending San Fransisco State University. I have always been a pet lover. I grew up on the country and have been around animals my entire life. I am a mom to a cat and a dog. I am fairly small but my athletic background ensures that I can attend to medium sized to big dogs....
Naomi can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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I am here to care for your pets while you are away, so that you can be comfortable while gone.
I have extensive experience with overnight housesitting and caring for pets.
I am experienced in medication administration, wound care, post surgery care, and senior care.
I love taking Dogs out for little adventures if they are OK...
Monica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"monica treats my pup like her own. he loves her dearly! he knows that even if his family is on vacation or on a long errand, he won’t feel as left out, because he’s going to monica’s. best pup auntie EVER!!!"
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Sha A.
Concord, CA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have experience with dogs, cats, birds and reptiles. I am a pet and house sitter. Cleaning, walking and socializing with pets included.
Sha can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"She is very flexible and can do multiple different tasks."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Gabriela, since I was a little girl, my life has been full of love for animals.
I'm happy to walk your dogs or cats, play with them and make sure they are active and happy.
If you have cats, fish or other pets that need attention in your home, I will be happy to visit them, feed them, administer medication or...
Gabriela can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Gabriela was a wonderful pet sitter! She was so communicative and sent us daily updates and photos on how our pets were doing. She and her husband stayed at our home and left it very clean and tidy. She went above and beyond and we would highly recommend her and...
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Julia C.
Walnut Creek, CA
$10-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced With Dogs Cats And Rodents, Ill Love Your Animals Like My Own
5.0
(1)
I've been dog and cat sitting for years and now am the proud owner of a 1-year-old labradoodle. I absolutely love animals and am always happy to walk and hike dogs as well as play with cats or other small pets. I know when I am away I always want to know that the person caring for my pets is caring for them with all the love and...
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a dog or cat growing up as a child. In my preteens, I started riding horses and became an advanced western rider and also worked at a ranch cleaning horse stalls and backing up trail rides. I have 21 years of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I do have more references if you need them. I have people...
Sandra can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding & more
5.0
"I've been using Sandie everyday for almost 3 years now. She took excellent care of my handicapped dachshund who was in a wheelchair. She walked him everyday and would take care of him while I was on work trips. She easily handled his extra special needs and...
Mike F.
Michelle W.
Pleasant Hill, CA
$11-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi, I truly believe that pets are family. I have cared for many animals; cats, dogs, birds, guinea pigs, hamsters, chickens, fish, quails, hermit crabs, and more!! I will make sure they are happy and will take great care of them! I'll walk your dog, play with your kitty, and feed your bunnies, and vice versa!
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Taylor! I have much experience with loving and caring for other people's pets like they are my own. I have a dog myself, and am extremely responsible and could only imagine treating another person's animal how I would want a sitter to treat my dog when I am away; with as much love and care as I can give! I love activity,...
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
I have a cat and have taken care of my roommates dog occasionally when she works nights. I enjoy walking and love to care for animals. I'm passionate about animals well-being and care.
Theresa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Theresa was just perfect for all my needs. I have used her to housesit/plant sit and pet sit. I have worked with her for over 3 years and would not hesitate to use her for any and all of my needs when looking for assistance when I am gone.
If I had children she’d...
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5.0
(1)
I am available to provide dog sitting and walking. As a student, I am eager to get outdoors and I would love to take a four legged friend with me! I have grown up with dogs my entire life, and I currently own two dogs, a golden retriever and a golden doodle who live at home with my parents. I am able to perform baths and light...
Isabella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Very responsible and great with our two big dogs"
Maggie N.
5.0
(1)
The last family I nannied were hard for me to let go of. They felt like a second family, but live in LA, and I just relocated for school I picked up the single dad's 11 y/o daughter from school, took the dog for a walk, made dinner for both his daughter and 16 y/o son, made sure homework was done, did the dishes, entertained,...
Kennedy can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Kennedy is an amazing young lady. She's very good at all aspects of her job. Dependable and personable. I highly recommend!"
Peggy K.
Shira S.
Walnut Creek, CA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Devoted Dog Lover And Mama Who Offers A Positively Delightful Experience!
5.0
(1)
Shira S from Walnut Creek, California
Experience the joy of trusting your precious fur babies with a devoted dog lover and mama who offers a positively delightful experience! As a responsible mama to two large brown dogs and a human, I am thoughtful, reliable, and well-versed in caring for pups of all sizes. My background as a...
Shira can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training, pet transportation, daily feeding
5.0
"Shira has been caring for and walking my Ridgeback rescue as needed for the last year and a half. She has been wonderfully compassionate and understanding as my dog is a rescue who needs lots of love and some basic training. Luna always comes home happy and listens...
Steve S.
5.0
(1)
I am a recent college graduate looking for part-time work in the afternoons! I love spending time with animals and have two dogs myself, who I adore. In undergrad, I studied environmental science because of my love and compassion for endangered species. I have experience cat-sitting, dog-sitting and walking for neighbors and...
Isabella can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hello. My name is Jean and I am 51 years of age. I have two beautiful kids as well as two of the sweetest fur babies as we refer to them in our home. I have been drawn to animals since I was a child. In fact in most of my photos as a child I am with one of our animals. I was raised around horses, bunnies, cats and many dogs. I...
Jean can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Totally trustworthy and dependable!"
Kathrine O.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Lafayette, CA
Iman B.
5.0
Hi reviewers, how are you? I'm so happy because the services were were everything I needed. We received excellent care worth you knowing about! Super star rating.
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Monica H.
5.0
Monica is a phenomenal care taker. We have worked with her several times and have been incredibly happy with her communication, care for our pet as well as our home. She is very responsive, responsible and just all around wonderful to work with.
- Care member
Sha A.
5.0
She is very flexible and can do multiple different tasks.
- Care member
Gabriela A.
5.0
Gabriela was a wonderful pet sitter! She was so communicative and sent us daily updates and photos on how our pets were doing. She and her husband stayed at our home and left it very clean and tidy. She went above and beyond and we would highly recommend her and consider hiring again!
- Care member
Sandra B.
5.0
Sandra was great with my two little dogs. They are skittish rescues with anxiety. She won them over and they were happy all week with her. She was reliable and stuck to their schedule. I would definitely use her again.
- Allison S.
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... Read moreFAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Lafayette, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Lafayette, CA?
A local dog walker near you in Lafayette, CA will cost you an average of $21.40 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 Lafayette, CA?
Care.com has 5 dog walkers offering services in Lafayette, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Lafayette 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 Lafayette to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 5 dog walkers near you in Lafayette, 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.