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Hi there! My name is Maggie and I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have always grown up with dogs and cats in my family, and love the process of taking care of them. I also have experience volunteering at a humane society and their pet adoption fairs, as well as experience as a dog walker.
Hello there! I'm Ron's mom. Ron is my 4-year-old, very spoiled baby. Although, ron would rather me stay home all day and cater to his needs I am looking for extra cash while I'm in grad school. I have 1 year of cat sitting experience but looking for more! I love love animals and believe that all animals for be cared for with...
Araceli can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hello, I'm Triny! I grew up with a lot of dogs and cats, so I'm extremely good with pets and have experience caring for one or some. Once more, I'd be happy to assist anyone with pet care. Please message me for more details, and I will be more than willing to address any queries. I have a lot of responsibility and compassion,...
Triny can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've been the happy owner of fish, guinea pigs, cats, and dogs over many years. I can provide in-house pet sitting for families wishing to travel while leaving their pets in the comfort of their own home.
In-house pet care helps your animals maintain routine while their families are away, and they benefit from personalized...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
Andrea C.
Berkeley, CA
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Andi! I'm from Pacific Grove, CA. I come from an animal loving family and have owned many pets in the past. I currently own a Roborovski hamster named Mowgli, and have owned four dogs, two cats, and many fish. I LOVE animals and love working with them. When I was in middle school I volunteered for a short time with the...
Andrea can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Kailee S.
Berkeley, CA
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I absolutely love animals and have lived with various pets for a majority of my life. I have 3 years of paid experience as a pet sitter both in my home and housesitting/caring for pets at clients' homes. I am extremely attentive, kind, energetic and detail oriented as a pet sitter. I value quality communication to ensure that...
Kailee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Erica E.
Berkeley, CA
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional Researcher- Doing Pet Care On The Side Because I Love It!
I've had a dog my entire life, and can't imagine life without one. I currently have a pittie puppy named Robin, that I've trained to ring bells when she wants to go outside or be fed. I've also owned cats, and have lived on a horse farm.
I started doing various care-giving jobs early in college, and have done everything from...
Erica can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding & more
I am an experienced animal lover with a cat of my own. I love animals of all varieties and am dedicated to caring for them in any way my customers see fit. I provide walks, baths, grooming, and am able to come to my customers houses for pet-sitting needs.
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Veronica A.
Berkeley, CA
$20-25/hr
Hello! My name is Veronica and I am currently a college student studying biology. I absolutely love animals and am looking for a part time job which is why I thought I should give pet sitting a try. I have a golden retriever my self and growing up I had 5 other dogs. I have occasionally looked after cats for friends and family...
Veronica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Milla C.
Berkeley, CA
$25-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am an undergraduate student at UC Berkeley studying Political Science. I have several years of experience cat and dog sitting for various friends and family members. Most recently, I attended to a family friend's two cats, spending quality time with them each day, feeding them, playing with them, and clearing out their litter...
Milla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Feeling secure, knowing your beloved companion is going to enjoy the time spent apart makes those separations full of relief for the both of you! Safety, love, and playful creativity is how I engage with every animal. I provide this gentle approach relying on my strong intuitive connection with animals as well as my experience...
Corinne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, my name is Tommy. I can help with Boarding and Pet Sitting. I have two little cats that I take care of. I love animals, and I'd love the opportunity to catsit your kitties for however long you need. I live nearby in Berkeley and have a car, so I can check in on your cat a couple of times a day, feed them, hang out with them,...
Thomas can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"I traveled out of the country and left my two kittens with Thomas for a couple of weeks. He was great with them. He cleaned the litter boxes, fed them, and played with them. My kitties seemed content when I got back."
Marcia J.
5.0
(1)
I can provide cat and dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former cat sitter with great references and 5+ years of experience. I can also perform baths and light grooming and daily walks for your dogs. I love animals and always treat with the the utmost devotion and care.
Ann Marie can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families 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: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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
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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm new to SF - moved via the Midwest and Boston. I work for San Francisco Opera and have been a personal assistant, pet sitter, and dog walker for over 10 years.
My mom works in rescue, so I grew up with foster dogs of all temperaments. I now have cat nieces and nephews, so I have plenty of experience with cats too!
I...
Courtney can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Excellent experience with Courtney! She was comfortable with my parrots and they with her. Would use her again in a heartbeat.."
Pamela K.
Yasmini P.
San Francisco, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Yasmini, 31 years old and I live in Alameda. I have been working as a pet sitting for awhile now (2 years). It all started when a friend of mine went to travel to Europe and needed someone to stay with her two cats. I always love pets but don't have one during this time. I really enjoy hosting pets at my place and...
Yasmini can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
I have experience caring for pets including cats and dogs. My pet care background spans many years as I have worked for several families. I genuinely enjoy pet sitting because animals have always been a big part of my life, and I understand the love and responsibility that come with looking after them. My approach is attentive...
Sheila can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Sheila is very friendly, helpful and kind!"
David I.
5.0
(2)
I have loved animals my whole life. Right now I own one cat and three dogs! I can provide animal siting in your own home, my home, dog walking, cat sitting, etc. I've been experienced with animals for years and am looking forward to spending time with yours! I don't have much experience with animal watching other than when I...
Hailey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dog walker and trainer based in Emeryville. I am currently working towards my CTC to improve my training skills. I have experience training dogs big and small in single and multi dog homes.
I use positive reinforcement (usually food) in my training and do not use aversive tools for training. I love teaching all sorts of...
Zoey can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Zoey is amazing! I found myself in a pickle when the custodian said I couldn't have my 12 week old puppies at school anymore. I found Zoey here and she has taken care of my two Decker Rat Terrier puppies for a month now, and has been nothing but great in every...
Carole G.
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Berkeley, CA
Thomas M.
5.0
I traveled out of the country and left my two kittens with Thomas for a couple of weeks. He was great with them. He cleaned the litter boxes, fed them, and played with them. My kitties seemed content when I got back.
- Marcia J.
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
Courtney M.
5.0
Courtney was wonderful with my 2 parrots, one of whom is very demanding. Their care is rather involved, and she did so well with both of them. She also stayed in my own and definitely took good care of it. I will definitely be using her again soon and would highly recommend her pet care services.
- Nicolette M.
Sheila I.
5.0
Sheila is very friendly, helpful and kind!
- David I.
Zoey A.
5.0
Zoey is amazing! I found myself in a pickle when the custodian said I couldn't have my 12 week old puppies at school anymore. I found Zoey here and she has taken care of my two Decker Rat Terrier puppies for a month now, and has been nothing but great in every way. Zoey is intelligent and...
- Carole G.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Berkeley, CA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Berkeley, CA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Berkeley, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $19.06 per hour as of January, 2025. 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 Berkeley, CA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Berkeley, CA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 32 cat sitters in Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA?
The best cat sitters near you in Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Berkeley, 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.