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Sandra R.

Loving Pet Sitter & Dog Walker - Reliable & Caring

Palo Alto, CA

from: $19/hr

10 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

pet transportation

Hi, my name is Sandra! I'm an experienced caregiver who also has a big love for animals. I have cared for dogs, cats, and small pets, and I currently have pets of my own, so I understand how important it is to find someone trustworthy and dependable to look after them. I can help with dog walking, feeding, playtime, pet sitting...

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Leora C.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $20/hr

4 years experience

Pet sitting

Hello! My name is Leora and I hope you consider me when looking for someone to take care of your furry felines! I've had cats all my life and have spent the last several years cat sitting regularly in my hometown. I also have experience in giving medications as my older kitties have needed in the past, so if your pet requires...

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Anastasiia K.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $10/hr

6 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

Hi I'm a lifelong animal lover and dedicated pet carer I grew up in a small village surrounded by animals of all kinds so looking after pets has always come naturally to me Over the past few years I've been offering pet care professionally walking dogs caring for cats housesitting and even traveling to stay with pets when...

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Lauren K.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $19/hr

2 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

I'd love to care for your pet. I am a garden teacher in Redwood City and I am looking for some part time work. Currently I'm based out of Palo Alto. I love animals and grew up with a cat and have grown a deep love for dogs in the past years. I've done house visit dog sitting and overnight dog sitting at someone's home on and off...

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Josep F.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $28/hr

Hi! My name is Josep. I'm a 24-year-old from Barcelona now living in California, and I'm looking for extra work as a dog walker, pet sitter, babysitter, or home cook. I'm a responsible and hardworking person with experience in childcare, pet care, and household support. I truly love animals - I grew up surrounded by dogs and...

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Lopasi L.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $19/hr

3 years experience

Boarding

pet sitting

grooming

pet transportation

pet walking

I love dogs and apart from being a senior caregiver I also takes care of their pets esp dogs. I can feed them, take them for a walk and dog sitter when a family is going out of town. I am a dog lover and I have a dog at home so I am familiar with taking care of dogs

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Elaine D.

Pet Sitter

Palo Alto, CA

from: $40/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Pet sitting

Over the years of home organizing home cleaning. I have had clients that have had pets and I have taken on the responsibility of pet sitting or when I'm in the home to make sure they are taking care of with food and cat litter dog waste is taken care of. I enjoy this and it doesn't really feel like work.

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Andiloa M.

Patient And Loving

Palo Alto, CA

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Pet sitting

pet walking

I love helping fur babies and making sure they get the care they need as if their families are home with them. I love what I do I have sit for pets for so many years, 10yrs to be exact.

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Andreia M.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $19/hr

Boarding

pet sitting

pet transportation

pet walking

Hi! My name is Andreia, and I'm a caring, reliable pet sitter and dog walker who truly loves animals. I offer dog walking, drop-in visits, overnight care, and boarding for both dogs and cats. I have experience with pets of all sizes and personalities, and I treat every animal like family. I provide feeding, walks, playtime,...

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Lisa G.

Neighborhood Mom Available For Pet Care/ Pet Sitting

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Administration of medicine

pet sitting

pet walking

I'm currently a stay at home mom to my toddler, and I love animals! I've had wonderful pets all my life- cats, dogs, fish, and bearded dragons. I'm available for drop-in pet sitting and will be in town throughout the holidays. I'm responsible, patient, and easy-going. Besides basic feeding and cleaning up after your pets, I...

Marie J. says "Lisa is wonderful! She brings positive energy every time she babysits for our child and takes care of our dog. She does it all- keeps our child happy at...

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Ruth S.

I'm An Avid Walker That Truly Loves Cats And Dogs.

Mountain View, CA

from: $1/hr

3 years experience

I am a dependable and compassionate pet sitter and dog walker with a strong caregiving and nursing background. I've owned both dogs and cats and truly love animals. I'm an avid walker and enjoy providing dogs with regular, energetic walks, as well as attentive in-home care that keeps pets comfortable and calm. In addition to pet...

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Ricardo G.

Redwood City, CA

from: $35/hr

6 years experience

Boarding

pet sitting

dog training

pet transportation

pet walking

My name is Rick, and I specialize in energetic dog walks and adventurous pack hikes for pups who love exploration and social engagement. With 6 years of experience as an Animal Behaviorist and Trainer, I create positive experiences for every dog, guiding group hikes through parks, creeks, and beaches, and encouraging healthy...

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Jilma M.

Sunnyvale, CA

from: $25/hr

Hello! I'm Jill, a dedicated pet sitter and dog walker serving Sunnyvale, CA and surrounding areas up to Los Gatos. I provide dependable and compassionate care for pets of all sizes and personalities. My services include dog walking, drop-in visits, and overnight stays. I prioritize your pet's safety, comfort, and routine,...

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Thaisa R.

Sunnyvale, CA

from: $9/hr

1 year experience

Administration of medicine

pet sitting

pet walking

Rather than having my own dog I have chosen to look after others so I can diverse range of four pawed friends. Each pet has their own personality and style and I can easily adapt to exactly what your pets need and want. I provide dog sitting in your own home.

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Fatima S.

Part-time Pet Care Available

Redwood City, CA

from: $16/hr

10 years experience

Administration of medicine

pet sitting

pet transportation

pet walking

I provide pet sitting in your own home. I grew up on a farm and my kids had many pets over the years. I love animals of all sizes and ages.

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Diana H.

Pet Lover Available For Boarding, Walking, Sitting

Sunnyvale, CA

from: $10/hr

10 years experience

Administration of medicine

boarding

pet walking

pet transportation

pet sitting

I LOVE animals. I have a dog, myself, and have boarded 10-15 dogs in my home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages, but prefer boarding small to medium size dogs. I will walk or sit for any size dog. Can perform baths as needed.

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Kori G.

Pet/House Sitter

Mountain View, CA

from: $20/hr

5 years experience

Administration of medicine

pet sitting

pet transportation

pet walking

I provide over night pet care/plant care while you travel. Have some peace of mind knowing your home isn't left alone while you're gone! My rate is negotiable and will typically just charge by the day.

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Alison R.

Experienced Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Sunnyvale, CA

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

I'm an animal lover with experience caring for animals and their homes. Since I was 10 years old I have been training dogs. I also have been a pet parent of dogs, cats, goats, horses, chickens, lizards and birds! I'd love to care for your animals and would be happy to share my references!

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Jasmine M.

Mountain View, CA

from: $20/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Boarding

pet sitting

pet walking

I enjoy helping families with their pet sitting needs. I provide a home and or can be happy to care for them in your home .

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Maressa S.

Dog Lover Looking For Extra Income

Atherton, CA

from: $18/hr

I've taken care of dogs since I was 5. Back home (in Brazil, where I'm from) I have a golden retriever and 2 Rottweilers. I also just adopted a lovely kitten, Mochi. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet sitting. I've also pet sat for a lot of family and friends when they've gone out of town....

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The average post rate is $22.11/hr as of March 2026

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Palo Alto

In 2026, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Palo Alto, CA?

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Palo Alto, CA will cost an average of $22.11 per hour as of March 2026. 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.

How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Palo Alto, CA?

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Palo Alto, 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 9 in home pet sitters in Palo Alto, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Palo Alto, CA?

In home pet sitters in Palo Alto, 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.

How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Palo Alto, CA?

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Palo Alto, 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.

Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Palo Alto, CA?

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Palo Alto, 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.

Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Palo Alto, CA

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Hire Pet Sitters in Palo Alto, CA

Sandra R.

Loving Pet Sitter & Dog Walker - Reliable & Caring

Leora C.

Anastasiia K.

Lauren K.

Josep F.

Lopasi L.

Elaine D.

Pet Sitter

Andiloa M.

Patient And Loving

Andreia M.

Lisa G.

Neighborhood Mom Available For Pet Care/ Pet Sitting

Ruth S.

I'm An Avid Walker That Truly Loves Cats And Dogs.

Ricardo G.

Jilma M.

Thaisa R.

Fatima S.

Part-time Pet Care Available

Diana H.

Pet Lover Available For Boarding, Walking, Sitting

Kori G.

Pet/House Sitter

Alison R.

Experienced Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Jasmine M.

Maressa S.

Dog Lover Looking For Extra Income

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Palo Alto

In 2026, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Palo Alto, CA?

How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Palo Alto, CA?

What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Palo Alto, CA?

How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Palo Alto, CA?

Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Palo Alto, CA?

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