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I am an Iranian student in San Jose State University. I am studying Master of Fine Art in Photography. I had cat and dog from my childhood in my home and I grow up with animals. I believe that taking care of animals have a good effect on people mind and their creativity. I can do this job easily because I love animals.
Baharak can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Lisa A.
Albany, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! Im Lisa! I came to Care. com for extra income. I am an animal lover, having two cats and a dog, so I thought this would be the perfect gig.
I have a 4-year-old pup, Tobi. He's a terrier/chihuahua/poodle mix. He's friendly seconds after smelling your safe scent and loves to play!
I can do overnights at my house. I can come...
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Taylor H.
Albany, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been a pet owner all my life ranging from dogs to bunnies. I currently have two dogs and my grandmother and I have adopted a neighborhood cat. With that being said, I feel as though I can adequately care for all animals and love to do so!
Taylor can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
Behnaz K.
Albany, CA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I was a pet sitter for 5 years as an occasional job, and I have always had pets since I was a little kid. I am an advocate of animal rights and LOVE all animals so much! I have recently moved to united states to study at UC Berkeley, and I miss my cat I left with my parents at home so very much! so I would really enjoy and to...
Behnaz can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding
Gregory G.
Albany, CA
$25-42/hr • 2 yrs exp
A stickler for communication, integrity and a lifelong animal lover.
I have enjoyed the gift of growing up with creatures great and small... from turtles and goldfish. Now my life has become much simpler with just my dog Murphy... for which without him?... life would be incomplete.
I've done the corp gig... but my lifelong dream...
Gregory can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been around animals since I was a little girl... so basically all my life. I've owned fish, birds, a turtle, cats, doves, pigeons, ducks, rabbits, chickens, geese, and dogs. I started boarding at my home when a friend was down on his luck and needed someone to care for his fur baby. I opened my door to the idea and the rest...
Magali can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Magali cared for our German shepherd mix, who has some issues with leash aggression and can be tricky to find good care for when we go out of town. Magali clearly has a lot of experience and expertise with all kinds of pets and was comfortable and confident with...
Care member
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, grooming
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...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My family bred Shiba Inus for over 10 years so I have grown up around dogs for a very large part of my life. We have always had a minimum of three dogs, so I have learned the responsibility of taking care of dogs from a very young age. On top of dogs in our household, I've grown up with two cats. All of my pets mean the world to...
Anastasia can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
(3)
I've been pet sitting since I was a kid - it's such a natural job for me to have because I love animals!
Wren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training, grooming, boarding & more
5.0
"Wren is amazing! Totally dependable, friendly, and professional I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a house sitter or someone to help them with with ongoing daily tasks/chores. Just a totally wonderful human being!"
Alyssa C.
Jocelyn D.
Oakland, CA
$17-22/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have previous experience with dogs and cats. I fostered 3 bunnies until they found a home. I love going on walks and don't mind owner feedback on how to make their pets more comfortable.
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Merlinda, I am 56 and am on disability. I want to work part time doing something I love. My animals have saved my sanity at times. Have had many cats that I have taken care of over the years that were my own. At present I have a dog she's 1-year-old and I had one prior to that and that was my first experiences as...
Merlinda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Merlinda is honest and trustworthy. She cares for our home and dog like we do. I never worry or feel guilty about leaving my baby dog because she loves Merlinda so much. We depend on Merlinda and she always comes through! She's the best!"
Heidi W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I primarily do childcare, with the occasional house siting and pet siting mixed in. I love being around animals and entertaining them, giving them lots of love, and positive attention. I have the excellent ability to connect with animals. I am an experienced animal owner, and I have the basic knowledge of cleaning litter boxes,...
Kimberly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kim is a regular cat sitter for us and we enjoy her professionalism. I would unequivocally recommend her for any similar job type."
Oskar O.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I am a recent college grad who loves spending time with animals and ensuring they live their best, healthiest lives. I have been a dog, fish, chicken, and lizard owner throughout my life and a proud godmother to a cat. I have never met an animal I didn't like. I am highly responsible and timely, and I am certified in cat and...
Sofia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"My dogs loved Sofia and bonded with her immediately. She is very responsible and professional, I felt very confident that my dogs were in good hands. I can highly recommend her and I will definitely be using her services again. "
Care member
Joanne E.
Oakland, CA
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter/Cats/Overnights In The Oakland Jack London Square To Lafayette Area
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a fully insured professional pet sitter/dog walker. For the last several years (March, 2014) I have been a dog walker, pet sitter/house sitter, given oral medications and an animal companion. I love what I do and enjoy every minute of it!
I have a calm, non-overreacting personality when reacting to an animals...
Joanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Joanne is amazing and professional and in the words of the dog owners... FANTASTIC! Joanne is super responsive, has great communication skills and works well with people and pets! Thank you Joanne for being so awesome!"
Samantha S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Animal lover with three years of paid experience in freelance pet care for dogs and cats. I have cared for Labradors, Golden Doodles, German Schnauzers, and Golden Retriever dogs, as well as a Siamese cat. Lately, I have been fostering dogs in my free time. I have fostered 6 puppies since becoming a foster with Tony La Russa's...
Francisca can also help with: Pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Everytime I need to go on a trip i know my dog will be safe and well cared for by Francisca! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Emily, I do not have any official pet vet tech skills but I do have a dog of my own ( A 2-year-old Weimaraner ) I have also had a Pekingese puppy and multiple cats throughout my childhood. I have been caring and living with animals practically my whole life ( to be exact I have experience with them for about 11...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Emily was tidy, clean and I felt very confident my fur kid would be well taken care of. She spent the entire time in the home and was communicative and responsive. Would hire her a million times over!"
sara B.
5.0
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I have always had an innate interest in caring for children and being a mentor for them, I pride myself on my ability to be empathetic with all people. I have started temporary work as a summer program assistant and am in charge of 12 children between the ages of 5 and 8, both boys and girls. I have experience ensuring the...
Lilibeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Andreza C.
San Francisco, CA
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide cat sitting in your own home. I am experienced, caring, and loving with great references. I love cats and understand their personality creating the space for them to feel comfortable and safe. I enjoy engaging and interacting with them.
Andreza can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet sitter with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love animals of all sizes and ages.
I also perform baths and light grooming.
Lace can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine, boarding & more
5.0
"Leicie house/dog sat for us over a holiday weekend. She was lovely to work with, punctual, friendly, and patient (when my daughter interrupted every 30 seconds).
She sent us text updates over the five days. We came home to a clean house and happy dog. I highly...
Shannon K.
Malia C.
Pinole, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Great With Animals And Kids! Can Help Care For Your Furry Babies!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you in advance for the opportunity to share a little bit about myself. I have grown up with a variety of animals and have a love and passion for them! From a young age, I have house-sat and cared for others animals as well. I have cared for dogs, cats, chickens, horses, birds, rabbits, rats, mice, hamsters, guinea...
Malia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She has taken care of our two LARGE dogs and a bird several times. All of our pets LOVE her and we were able to travel out of the country several times with complete confidence that our pets were well loved and exercised plus our house (we had her house-sit as...
Patti G.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Albany, CA
Magali G.
5.0
Magali was so friendly so caring for my dog oops, sent pictures oops like she said she was.I felt so comfortable on my vacation knowing that oops was being well taken care of. I would highly recommend Magali to all my friends, family I love ones.
- 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
Wren E.
5.0
Wren is amazing! Totally dependable, friendly, and professional I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a house sitter or someone to help them with with ongoing daily tasks/chores. Just a totally wonderful human being!
- Alyssa C.
Merlinda H.
5.0
Merlinda is honest and trustworthy. She cares for our home and dog like we do. I never worry or feel guilty about leaving my baby dog because she loves Merlinda so much. We depend on Merlinda and she always comes through! She's the best!
- Heidi W.
Kimberly E.
5.0
Great job, reasonable rates, accommodating to pets' and owner's needs. Overall nice person whom I plan to hire again. Thanks Kim!
- Monika A.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Albany, CA
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Albany, CA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $23.00 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Albany, CA?
There are 5 pet care providers in Albany, CA offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Albany or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Albany, CA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Albany, CA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Albany, CA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Albany, CA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Albany, CA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Albany, CA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Albany, CA?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Albany, CA, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Albany, CA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Albany, CA, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.