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Hi, my name is Erica! For all of my life I've been a huge animal lover. I had dogs growing up and adopted a sweet orange tabby cat 10 years ago. I've done dog and cat sitting for friends over the years, and would love to spend time caring for your fur babies! I'm available to dog walk, feedings, play time, and will clean up...
Erica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide petting sitting in your own home. I grew up with animals. I have 3 dogs of my own and I also have 2 cats. I believe pet care is as important as human care.
Dominique can also help with: Pet walking
Jade S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide dog or cat sitting. I'm experienced working with animals and have a flexible schedule. Happy to assist with walks, training, feeding, and play time for pets of any age. Will also assist with any house work requested.
Jade can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking
My love for animals has been lifelong! I bought my first horse at age 12 and still have him to this day! In high school, I was enrolled in FFA, where I showed lambs, pigs, and steers. I went on to win Supreme Grand Champion at the San Jose County Fair with my steer in 2011. I have always had dogs and cats. I currently have a...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I've had pets of all kinds since I was little (dogs, cats, fish, goats, chickens, llamas, horses). I've loved and cared for them and have also provided love and care for many other families' animals. I've been pet sitting for for over five years. My priority it to ensure each client feels like they are leaving their sweet...
Ossian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Though I don't have any professional training in pet sitting, I've been raised with dogs and cats my whole life. I've pet sat for family through the years for family with dogs of all sizes and various cats. I get along with animals really well and am patient with them. I can handle 1 large dog for dog walking at a time or 2...
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I am a big animal lover so I am more than happy to hang out with your baby and take great care whenever it is needed! I've had dogs and cats my whole life and I have a lot of experience pet sitting! Reach out to me if you have any questions about my skills or availability!
Katelin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
I love animals and I am available to provide sitting or walking of your pet. Dogs and cats are my preference, but I can also help with other pets needs such as birds, hamsters, chickens, goats, horses, almost anything.
Marsea can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Marcela O.
Watsonville, CA
$20-30/hr
I always had animals in my life. I grow up with 11 cats and two dogs, always being responsible for them cause I love animals.
Cleaning, walking or running, playing (my dog would love a play date, she thinks she will be a puppy forever and ever!), sitting.
My house is available to drop offs too! Big property with fenced area...
Marcela can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have had lots of pets growing up. I had 3 cats and have a dog back home, all of which I love and out of my whole family, I take most of the responsibility for. I have volunteered at the SPCA as well as Best Friends Sanctuary.
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I'm an animal LOVER and I miss having a dog to walk every morning. I grew up around animals of all kinds (birds, dogs, cats, horses) and due to my current living situation, I cannot have a pet of my own - but I miss the therapeutic effect of being around animals. Throughout the years, I've cared for pets of neighbors and...
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am an animal lover, I own a dog and two cats myself so I know how important it can be to find reliable care for our animals. I have experience with caring for my own animals and can apply this to any animal sitting jobs. I also have a lot of experience with birds as well which I learned through my father who was a bird breeder...
Priscilla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Monique R.
Watsonville, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Friendly And Motivated Pet Sitter Who Cant Wait To Meet You're Fur-baby!
Hi! My name is Monique. I'd describe my personality as friendly, down to earth, and responsible.
I've always had multiple dogs growing up and have had jobs working and caring for animals on a couple farms as well as pet sitting dogs, cats, and bunnies. It brings me joy to spend time and care for animals.
I started working...
Monique can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, grooming & more
Ivy M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I've cared for cats my entire life, and definitely consider myself a cat lady. I enjoy getting to know each cat's unique personality and finding ways to bond with them and help them through your absence. Toys and games, brushing, cuddles, and cat YouTube are some of my favorite ways to spend time with cats. I am...
Ivy can also help with: Pet sitting
Brisa R.
Capitola, CA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide great dog sitting/cat sitting in your own home. I have had pets of my own my entire life that I take great care of and take on that responsibility as my own. Feel free to reach out!
Brisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I am an animal lover. I am great with dogs and cat. And will take amazing care of your furry family member.
Alma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Marcella C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have several pets and enjoy animals very much. I often take care of my families pets including rats, cats, dogs, birds and lizards on a regular basis. I can also house sit if people need that kind of accommodation as well.
Marcella can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine & more
Mimi L.
Santa Cruz, CA
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver, Pet Sitter Or Errand Runner Available
5.0
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I've had and have dogs and cats of my own. My German Shepard went totally blind at age 5 and lived till he was 12. We hiked off leash, (mostly) daily. He taught me a lot. My current 2 cats both came to live with me on their own terms, (1 feral, 1 abandoned). I like to think I have a special relationship with the animals in my...
5.0
"Mimi was very communicative and accommodating to our animals, one dog and one cat. She cared for them for four days. They were cared for as if they were her own pets. I would highly recommend her to anyone, and look forward to calling upon her in the future."
Richard M.
5.0
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Loving play with dogs and cats, your pets will be in a good care with me, I had a dog in the past before I moved I really miss it.
Amparo can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Pelaar is very personable, energy, energetic and capable of a wide variety of tasks. We are senior citizens. In addition to routine household tasks, she has (1) organized, scanned and labelled family photos, (2) planted a succulent garden and (3) helped dissemble a...
Kay G.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals... they are such gifts to us humans... and I treat them as such. I have a great attunement with animals, which enables me able to easily ascertain what they need/want and they respond very well to my huge heart and immense love.
I have had cats and kittens my whole life and have also owned parakeets, rabbits, mice...
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Karen takes care of my pets regularly. I am gone on the weekends so Karen takes care of my 4 cats and 2 dogs. My younger Pit-bull dogs is
large and very energetic. Karen takes the Pit-bull out 2-3x a week for hikes in Henry Cowell, runs on the beach and other...
Kelly B.
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Aptos, CA
Mimi L.
5.0
Mimi was very communicative and accommodating to our animals, one dog and one cat. She cared for them for four days. They were cared for as if they were her own pets. I would highly recommend her to anyone, and look forward to calling upon her in the future.
- Richard M.
Amparo B.
5.0
Pelaar is very personable, energy, energetic and capable of a wide variety of tasks. We are senior citizens. In addition to routine household tasks, she has (1) organized, scanned and labelled family photos, (2) planted a succulent garden and (3) helped dissemble a model railroad layout just to list...
- Kay G.
Karen M.
5.0
Karen takes care of my pets regularly. I am gone on the weekends so Karen takes care of my 4 cats and 2 dogs. My younger Pit-bull dogs is
large and very energetic. Karen takes the Pit-bull out 2-3x a week for hikes in Henry Cowell, runs on the beach and other adventures. On the days that the...
- Kelly B.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Aptos, CA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Aptos, CA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Aptos, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $13.43 per hour as of November, 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Aptos, CA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Aptos, CA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 7 cat sitters in Aptos, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Aptos, CA?
The best cat sitters near you in Aptos, CA have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Aptos, CA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Aptos, CA if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Aptos, CA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Aptos, CA, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.