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House Sat for neighbor full time for up to a week multiple times. Took care of chickens, two high need elderly dogs and one very energetic parakeet. I have also had two dogs and two cats in my own household since birth, comfort with dogs of all size
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Avery A.
Los Gatos, CA
$22-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
my experience mainly comes from pet sitting for family friends. I have three large dogs and have had two cats. I love animals & im sure I will love yours!!
Avery can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
As an experienced animal lover, I understand how important it is to have someone you can trust to care for your pets when you’re not able to.
I share my life with two wonderful dogs, two cats, and some amazing reptiles, so I know firsthand the joy and responsibility that comes with having pets. My experience includes two...
Isabel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello!
Over the past several years, I have done quite a bit of pet sitting for families! I really enjoy watching their pets as it is a delight and relaxing job to do. I have worked with fish, cats, dogs- Golden Retrievers, Grey-hounds, Weimaraners, mix-breeds, Pugs and more! I do overnight sitting as well. I would love to be...
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After loosing my dog of 16 years I decided to pet and house sit understanding how it was to leave my dog while I was away. Only knowing she was in her own home or comfortable at someone else's home could I truly enjoy my time away from her. I work mostly from home and have extra time and love to share for your pets. My list of...
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Annie T.
Los Gatos, CA
$18-22/hr
Hello, I love petsitting and getting to spend time with animals! I have experience pet sitting dogs and cats on multiple occasions. I am also very active and love taking my dogs on walks. I am very responsible and understand how important it is to take good care of others' pets!
Annie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Beatrix B.
Los Gatos, CA
$16-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I have been petting sitting for about 7 years now. I spent a couple years walking dogs as a daily job, then transitioned over to pet sitting/house sitting to overnight boarding at clients homes. I currently have 3 cats and one pup who recently turned 1. A little bit about me, I love spending time with my pets, hiking, and...
Beatrix can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am available for:
-pet sitting
-tutoring
-child care
-errands
-cooking lessons
-swimming lessons
I am a middle school Culinary Arts teacher. I have a multiple subject CA teaching credential as well as a single subject CA teaching credential in Home Economics. I love dogs but am allergic to cats. I am available for in person...
Sandra can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I have had two dogs, two cats, and many different fish. I currently live with someone who owns different kinds of reptiles two being bearded dragons and the other I'm not sure.
I love taking care of dogs and watching over animals. Being around them brings me back to my childhood and I love being able to teach them new tricks...
Yumiko can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
One thing you should know about me is I'm extremely diligent. I bring a high level of thoughtfulness and intention to my work and am very respectful.
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Arlene M.
San Jose, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I presently am fostering a cat. I had to put my cat of 14 years to sleep over a year ago. I decided I wanted to try pet sitting and have dog sat for people, staying at their place. If you need recommendations I can have the parties contact you if you like. Thank you for your consideration.
Arlene can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Knowing my dog (Kona) was going to be well taken care while I was on vacation made my vacation enjoyable and worried free. Not to mention all the love Arlene gave her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have had many pets myself and always worried about leaving them and trusting someone with their care. I love animals and am a responsible, trustworthy and loving caregiver.
I have cared for all sorts of pets including: dogs, horses, cats, and even some goats and chickens. Care has included feeding, exercising, and...
Jill can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, daily feeding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Jill is completely reliable, honest and truly loves the fur babies. Our dogs go crazy when they see her. She will go the extra mile, and ensure any extra steps are taken if needed to care for the pets. We had an old cat that meowed in the middle of the night,...
Polly P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Darren and I am a Dog & Cat lover and animal enthusiast. I have a lot of experience with all types of dogs and enjoy getting to know different types of Dog personalities. I have been told by many people that I have a presence that puts animals at ease and thus am able to connect relatively quickly with them. I have...
Darren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Darren has taken care of my pet Jack on numerous occasions.Jack is a 7year old jack Russel terrier. He takes him for walks, and given him baths. He is a favorite of Jack. He takes him to dog parks and is great supervising him around other dogs. Jack likes him a...
Sheila M.
Siris P.
San Jose, CA
$33/hr • 7 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Lover Available For Daily Walks, House Setting, And Pet Companionship.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a big dog & cats at home which I love interacting with. I have experience taking care of big and small dogs and cats and also house sitting. I also have a lot of experience with small kids including babies. I am a friendly person who is open-minded and willing to help.
Can contact me anytime you are in need of help with...
Siris can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"She is a sincere caring person who is on time and cares about people and animals,she also is very trustworthy and dependable and has never let me down and would recommend her to all that need good service at a fair price.
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Charles B.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have been taking care of dogs and cats for four years. I have 2 Maltese of my own. I can provide dog sitting in your home when you are on vacation or on business. I will take care of them very well like they are my own dogs. I have taken care of many different breeds of dogs. I also take long walks with dogs and I like...
Darlene can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Darlene has been a HUGE blessing to our family! From picking up and dropping off our kids to and from school, taking them to lunch and for ice cream, to house sitting so we can run errands...she did it all! She has always been punctual and reliable, often...
Eve F.
I have 2 cats and 3 miniature horses of my own, and have sat for friends with dogs, birds, snakes, and goats; although as of yet I have not done this for pay.
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Emilia P.
Santa Clara, CA
$18-23/hr
Huge animal lover! I have two cats of my own and foster dogs through the Humane Society of Silicon Valley. Experienced with pet sitting and walking dogs.
Emilia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 40+ years personal experience caring for pets. I have dog experience from all shapes and sizes from XX-Small to Giant. I also have experience with parrots, chickens, cats, goats, rabbits, miniature horses and donkeys. I currently live with 3 English Mastiffs and a French Bulldog, cat, chickens, Nigerian Dwarf Goats....
Kari can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I have experience taking care of dogs, cats, and rabbits. I would love to help out with boarding or pet sitting!
Olivia can also help with: Boarding
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Los Gatos, CA
Arlene M.
5.0
It was great to have Arlene dog sit for us! While we were away for our vacation it put our minds at ease knowing that our dog was in great hands!
- Care member
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.
Jill M.
5.0
Jill is completely reliable, honest and truly loves the fur babies. Our dogs go crazy when they see her. She will go the extra mile, and ensure any extra steps are taken if needed to care for the pets. We had an old cat that meowed in the middle of the night, dogs that barked if left alone after...
- Polly P.
Darren W.
5.0
I can't recommend Darren enough as a dog sitter! He won me over when he watched my senior dog with multiple health medications – I was so nervous leaving them with anyone, but Darren put my mind at ease. He was fantastic with my older cat as well. Now that I have a younger, energetic dog, Darren...
- Care member
Siris P.
5.0
She is a sincere caring person who is on time and cares about people and animals,she also is very trustworthy and dependable and has never let me down and would recommend her to all that need good service at a fair price.
- Charles B.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Los Gatos, CA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Los Gatos, CA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Los Gatos, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $21.90 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 Los Gatos, CA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Los Gatos, CA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 10 cat sitters in Los Gatos, 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 Los Gatos, CA?
The best cat sitters near you in Los Gatos, 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 Los Gatos, CA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Los Gatos, 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 Los Gatos, CA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Los Gatos, 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.