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346 dog walkers are listed in Austin, TX
The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Austin, TX
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lynn and I am a mother of two kids in college. I was a stay at home mom and have plenty experience in the field of children, know matter what age or stage your child is approaching. I am a very warm hearted energetic person who loves helping others! I enjoy exercising whether it's at the gym or outdoors, working in...
Lynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lynn was great with our 5-month old daughter. She was very energetic and took her for walks in the back yard, interacted with her throughout the day, and took good care of her in general. Would and have hired again."
Rob L.
Hello! I know finding childcare for disabled and special needs children can be difficult, my goal is to help you feel confident about choosing a qualified and safe person to meet your families needs! My degree is in communication sciences and disorders (speech pathology) and I am a certified special education teacher with over...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Shelby F.
Austin, TX
$15-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Sorry, I am not accepting new families at this time.
Hi! I'm from DFW and moved to Austin last year after getting married! I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and intentional. My bachelors degree is in Family Studies. So, not only do I have childcare experience, I also have educational knowledge of child...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby is a dependable, flexible, & caring babysitter. We have used her on multiple occasions and she is reliable, communicative, and responsible. Anyone would be lucky to work with her, highly recommend!! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver/housekeeper/pet sitter provides dependable, compassionate and patient care to your loved ones to help them live independently at home. I am positive, friendly, trustworthy, and loyal. I have previously worked as a CNA in assisted living facilities, specializing in residents with dementia, as well as...
Eileen can also help with: Dementia, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Eileen was a total angel! She showed up at a time when we just started using caretakers for my very independent mother. My mom really wasn't connecting and having a hard time with the rotating door of caregivers from other services. Eileen put my mom at ease and...
Ann W.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have 6 years of experience working as a Preschool Teacher Assistant. My experience of Care is 1 to 2 years of age. The most I can care for at the time would be 2 kids. I do have 2 Beautiful small dogs and my husband. And Some of my favorite activities besides teaching learning such as numbers and letters are crafts and...
5.0
"Rosa is a wonderful caretaker. She is very experienced and knowledgeable about toddlers. She was an expert in keeping my toddler's attention and diverting it to something else if he got fussy or had a tantrum. She is also very careful, gentle, positive, and...
Jovana J.
Kelly S.
Austin, TX
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
My name is Kelly, I am an upcoming high school environmental science teacher seeking employment for the spring/summer prior to the upcoming school year.
I have baby sat throughout high school and college for over 7 years and I currently serve as a volunteer at Houston Elementary in Austin, TX. I am capable of caring for...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Along with babysitting, I've also worked as a mommy helper. Which include grocery shopping and putting away said groceries, pick up/delivery from the post office, pickup or drop off dry cleaning services, feeding and walking dogs, watering plants and lawn care. I'm looking to work at things I know, and pick up some new knowledge...
I recently retired from my full-time job as a social worker but would love to continue to work part-time in child-care, pet care, elder/special needs care and errand running/misc. temporary projects, etc. I am an extremely fun "Gram" to a 5yo and an infant and love giving their parents child-free breaks while I get to enjoy...
Lynn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Hi, I'm Maddie, I'm 24 years old, I live in East Austin, I graduated from college May 2022 with a BS in Neuroscience, and I currently work for Ascension Texas Cardiovascular Research.
I love meeting new kids and connecting with them. I have been nannying for 8 years now for many different families. My most recent and recurring...
Maddie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Kallie R.
Austin, TX
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Kallie, I am a recent graduate from UT and am currently waiting to hear back from my law school applications to continue my education in August 2024! I am looking for a short term summer position as a nanny/mother's helper. I have worked as an Austin nanny for the same family over the last three years by...
Kallie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Fabricia De Lima D.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'm 46 Yrs Old I Speak Spanish , English And Portuguese
I'm a 46 yrs old mother of 2 children married O have 2 gorgeous dogs. I'm in Austin TX I would like the opportunity to assist you during the times your need. Night and later afternoon
I'd describe my personality as easygoing, funny, lovely and directed
I like working with kids because I love kids and they deserve all the...
Fabricia De Lima can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 5+ years of experience in pet sitting and childcare, located in central Austin.
I am a continuous learner and I love to share my passion for my curiosity about the world with young ones.
I naturally love to teach and share my passion for nature and reading with those who I am around as I was taught by my mother, an...
Libby can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alana A.
Austin, TX
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am Alana & Here To Help However I Can With Your Animals And Children.
Hi! I am Alana, like a llama. I am originally from Fort Worth. I settled in central Texas in 2009, first in San Marcos to attend Texas State to focus on a psychology degree and then eventually to Austin. I walk dogs full time I am very passionate about what I do. In May 2022, I had been working for 15 years and I hated corporate...
Alana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi Parents
My nickname is Ally. I relocated to Austin with my sister and dog from Honolulu HI about a year ago. We love being in beautiful Mueller by the Park. I babysat, tutored and provided Companion Care in Honolulu. I hope to provide care to children again here. I truly enjoy my relationships with them and to be a part of...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as silly, kind & fun
I like working with kids because I have so much fun with them! I love kid friendly crafts, board games, and nature walks. I enjoy learning about what engages them and supporting ways for them to be creative/express themselves.
In my spare time, I like to read, play trivia with...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as humorous, critical thinker, and determined.
I like tutoring because it helps the student get to a level of understanding and they gain knowledge through the work that I do. It gives me a sense of fulfillment.
I'm looking for a job that will allow me to use my creative thinking skills and that...
Rosemary M.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 12 years of childcare experience all thanks to the wonderful sister I gained at the age of 14 in addition to working with an agency (11/2020-10/2022) and independently with a family from 11/2022-08/2023. I currently work part-time for a family located in SW Austin.
I love the outdoors, going on walks, playing pretend,...
Rosemary can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as caring, charismatic, and compassionate.
I like working with kids because they keep me grounded! They remind me how simple and fun life can be.
I started working with kids when I became a 4th grade public school teacher in 2020, and I taught for three years total. During one of my summer breaks...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Samantha P.
Austin, TX
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Sammy And I Am Super Excited To Meet You And Your Family!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, empathetic, and detail oriented!
I like working with kids because I find it very rewarding being able to make a positive impact on their life.
I'm looking for a job that can challenge me with things I am unfamiliar with as well as provide fun!
I started working with kids when I was...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I like working with kids because they are able to teach me more than I could imagine. Kids bring a joy to the world that adults should nurture and help provide tools to show them their full potential.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and will work with my scheduling. I would like a healthy working environment with great...
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Austin, TX
Lynn K.
5.0
Lynn was great with our 5-month old daughter. She was very energetic and took her for walks in the back yard, interacted with her throughout the day, and took good care of her in general. Would and have hired again.
- Rob L.
Shelby F.
5.0
Shelby is a dependable, flexible, & caring babysitter. We have used her on multiple occasions and she is reliable, communicative, and responsible. Anyone would be lucky to work with her, highly recommend!!
- Care member
Eileen K.
5.0
Eileen was a total angel! She showed up at a time when we just started using caretakers for my very independent mother. My mom really wasn't connecting and having a hard time with the rotating door of caregivers from other services. Eileen put my mom at ease and they become fast friends. They had...
- Ann W.
Rosa G.
4.0
Rosa helped to watch my 3 month old baby and was great! She sent me photos throughout the time which I always appreciate. She communicated well prior, was kind and baby was happy!
- Annie O.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Austin, TX
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Austin, TX?
A local dog walker near you in Austin, TX will cost you an average of $15.11 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 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 Austin, TX?
Care.com has 346 dog walkers offering services in Austin, TX. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Austin 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 Austin to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Austin, TX, 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 Austin, TX?
On Care.com, there are currently 346 dog walkers near you in Austin, TX 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.
Ratings for Austin, TX dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Dog Walkers in Austin, TX are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 110 reviews of the 346 listed dog walkers.