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Leyla K.

Marriage & Family Therapist Intern Available For House sitting And Pet Care

Fairfax, CA

5.0(1)
from
$39/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there, my name is Leyla and I'm deeply passionate about doing what is best for animals, both domesticated and wild. I also have lots of experience working with dogs, horses and cats - including caring for sick and aging animals as well as caring for 11 puppies at once! I've been trained in animal assisted psychotherapy which...

pascal G. says "I hired Leyla to pet sit through word of mouth in my neighborhood as she came highly recommended. She is very reliable, conscientious and our dog loved...

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Jenna S.

Mill Valley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
daily feeding
dog training
grooming
+ 1 more
Animals have always been a part of my life. When I was born, we had two cats and later got a rabbit. In the last five years, I have spent more time with dogs, which I love! I am currently registered as a volunteer with Guide dogs. In fact, our family has decided to do foster care for Guide dogs on a short-term basis. For the...

Karen S. says "I have worked with Jenna for many years, and know her to be a very reliable, considerate, and compassionate caregiver. She has a great connection with the...

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Danielle G.

Animal Lover

San Rafael, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Danielle and I have had pets my entire life (dogs, cats, bunnies, hamsters, gerbils). I will provide pet-sitting at your home and am also willing to walk dogs or come to your home and play with your pets while you are working / on vacation! I am an elementary school teacher who works abroad at international...

Tracy B. says "Danielle is amazing, and if I could give her 10 stars, I would! She has a natural gift with animals, and our very shy pup took to her at once. Danielle is...

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Brayan T.

Novato, CA

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$30/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages; I have experience with big and small dogs. I can play with them, walk them, and do essential care. I am also comfortable with cats and birds.
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Andrea F.

Pet Sitter

San Anselmo, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
I am a senior at UC Irvine majoring in studio art. I love animals and have pets of my own including a dog and a bird back home. I'm looking for a job while in college near Irvine. I have a lot experience out sitting including dogs, cats, rats, and fishes. I have my own ride and have a reliable car so I am also able to drive your...
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Lucrecia N.

Part-time Caregiver For Your Four-legged Family Member

Novato, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Lucrecia but everybody calls me Mili. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced nanny with great references and 18+ years experience looking to do something different. I love all kinds of animals, especially dogs because I grew up always having them around in my house and our families' ho...
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Sophia R.

San Rafael, CA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have lots of experience with pets (especially dogs) and have two dogs of my own at home. I love animals and am a very responsible/fun pet sitter !
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Anki E.

Mill Valley, CA

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$35/hr
Hi! I am a very reliable patient energetic and positive person. I love animals and the outdoors . I lost my Toy Puddle Named Licorice almost 2 years ago and that lead me to start dog walking / dog sitting. I also love cats and have had cats growing up so love taking care of them as well . I am working from home and have flexible...
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Jacqueline S.

Experienced & Reliable Caregiver For Pets & Homes

Corte Madera, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Animals have always been a part of my life - I've cared for everything from mini lop-eared rabbits to horses and currently have a 7-year-old beagle (no, he's not loud like beagles can be). Whether it's dog sitting, cat sitting or caring for other pets, I treat them like my own family. I'm experienced with young, energetic and...
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Xenia R.

Cat Sitter

Greenbrae, CA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
Hi everyone! I'm a high school teacher currently on summer vacation. I am just beginning to make myself available for pet care now. I'm trying to find ways to fill up my extra time. But I have experience taking care of my own furry cat baby at home.
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Hailey H.

San Anselmo, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a college freshman and have gotten experience pet sitting over the best 5 years. I am home for the holiday break from December 13- January 7 and would love to help out if those dates work you for. The work I am looking for is to help feed or walk the pets but not stay or have them stay with me.
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Audrey N.

Part-time Pet Caretaker Available!

San Rafael, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I am a current college student home for winter break and I have a lot of experience caring for pets. I have been a dog-sitter for various families over the years since I was in high school, I have usually gone to the dog's home to care for them as many as a couple weeks to one day and I have boarded two dogs in my home...
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Danielle R.

San Rafael, CA

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had pets my entire life growing up. Mostly dogs and puppies, but I have also had cats/kittens, birds, snakes, lizards, and fish. I mostly have experience with dog and cat sitting for my own animals. I have experience with big dogs (I used to have a French Mastiff), and small dogs. Back home, I currently have 2 French bull...
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Mandy J.

Responsible And Active Pet Sitter

San Rafael, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I've grown up with dogs and have one at home now! I love taking them on hikes and being active through play while sitting. I am available for vacation sits staying at the owner's house.
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Kim H.

Professionally Trained Dog Lover!

Petaluma, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
dog training
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
As a recent graduate of Bergin University of Canine Studies, I am a service dog trainer, and looking for a career in the canine industry where I can make a difference. What I do for pleasure is take care of children and dogs (walking, massage, basic grooming, sitting.) I am happy to help with cats and other animals. I can do...
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Esperanza H.

Dog Sitter

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am 24 years of age and have been taking care of dogs since I was in elementary school. I have had experience by helping my relatives at a doggy daycare along with the many dogs and cats I have at home. I am a positive, outgoing, and helpful person willing to try new things. I am a college graduate with flexible work...

Paige T. says "Esperanza has 12 dogs that she takes care of! She is a great student and is trustworthy. You can depend on her to go above and beyond in any type of job...

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Paolina K.

Dog Walking And Sitting

San Francisco, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have grown up with dogs and feel such a strong connection towards them. I have taken dogs into my home for weeks at a time that were waiting to be adopted. Additionally, I often dog sat overnight for families that were out of town in college. Since I work at a school and summer is around the corner, I am available most hours...
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Ashley T.

Stanford Graduate Passionate For Animals

San Francisco, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Ashley and I graduated from Stanford University in 2020. I have a B. S. in Mechanical Engineering with a focus in Product Design. I was also a member of the Women's gymnastics team. I'm an experienced pet sitter with great references and have had many personal years of experience with my own two dogs. I also...
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Lidia A.

Part Time Pet Care

El Cerrito, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your home. I'm willing to work with special requests and schedules. Let me know what you need, whether it's a check in, let out or feeding. I have always had a love for animals. I have a 3 years old Siberian mix husky and two rescue cats. I'm a part time nanny and often my job includes watching the...
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Melissa M.

San Francisco, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi everyone! My name is Melissa and have loved animals my entire life! I've taken care of cats and dogs of all sizes and temperaments. I love all dog breeds and cats and I'm happy to answer any questions you have. I work remotely from home so I have plenty of time to take care of your pets all days of the week. My schedule for...
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $39.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated home pet sitting is 5.0

Recent home pet sitting reviews from local parents in Fairfax, CA

Home Pet Sitting in Fairfax, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting

Leyla K.

I hired Leyla to pet sit through word of mouth in my neighborhood as she came highly recommended. She is very reliable, conscientious and...

- pascal G.

Jenna S.

I have worked with Jenna for many years, and know her to be a very reliable, considerate, and compassionate caregiver. She has a great...

- Karen S.

Danielle G.

Danielle is amazing, and if I could give her 10 stars, I would! She has a natural gift with animals, and our very shy pup took to her at...

- Tracy B.

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Fairfax

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Fairfax, CA will cost an average of $39.00 per hour as of June 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Fairfax, CA on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 1 in home pet sitters in Fairfax, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Fairfax, CA can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Fairfax, CA, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Fairfax, CA. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.

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