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As an experienced pet caretaker and an avid animal lover, I bring a deep love and understanding of both cats and dogs to my role. With a background in providing dedicated care and attention to pets, I have honed my skills in ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being. I have a keen eye for recognizing the needs of pets,...
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Kennedy P.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
- Certified Pet Groomer: Owner and operator of "Grooming ," providing top-notch grooming services for all breeds and sizes.
- Experience with a Variety of Pets: Extensive experience caring for dogs, cats, and other small animals.
- Veterinary Trained: Certified in pet first aid and CPR, ensuring your pets are safe and well cared...
Kennedy can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming & more
I absolutely love pets, and have years of experience as a pet sitter. I also have a dog, a cat, and a bearded dragon. (:
Violeta can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, boarding
Yuna I.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have experience dog sitting for multiple owners. I also own guinea pigs so rodents are never an issue with me. I am allergic to cats so preferably no cats.
Yuna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have experience pet sitting dogs, cats, bunnies, birds, and hamsters. I love spending time with animals all ages and sizes!
Sarah W.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love animals! I have experience taking care of a wide variety of animals from cats and dogs to rabbits, lizards, and goats. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am a preschool teacher who is currently out of work and looking to make some extra money on the side!
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have experience in pet sitting both cats and dogs for extended periods of time. I absolutely love animals and would love to work for you!
Leslie G.
Lake Forest, CA
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Leslie. I am available to take care of all your pet needs. I am responsible, loving, and caring. I'm very comfortable around all kinds of pets large or small. My most recent pet sitting position was with two chihuahuas.
I have two dogs of my own. "Morgan" is a Border Collie/German Shepherd age 13 and "Little One" who...
Leslie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
I have 4 years of pet sitting experience mainly with cats. I have three cats of my own and my roomate also has one. I am around cats all the time and find them very easy to take care of. Let me help you with any of your cat needs! I am loving, empathetic, energetic, and responsible.
Taylor can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
I've always had cats a dogs growing up and through adulthood. I have a 10-year-old cat I've had since he was 2 months old. I am comfortable with big and small dogs. I've worked for a few families with cats and dogs and fish where I would go to their house while the family was out of town to tend to the pets. This included...
Brittany can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I've owned pets my entire life. Some with diabetes (injecting once a day.) Our household has 4 dogs and one cat. The lady I am a caregiver for owns 3 dogs (sometimes up to 5 animals.) While performing my 24/7 shift, I'm responsible for all the animals. The last two women and one man I had been a care-giver for has had at least...
Catheleen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding & more
Elea K.
Silverado, CA
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I moved to Wexford about a year ago from Orange County California. I absolutely love any type of animal! I grew up with at least 15 chickens, 3 ducks, Australian Shepard who had puppies, and a little bichon. I now live with a black poodle named Onyx and a black cat named Salem. I used to be a dog groomer before I moved out here,...
Elea can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
I provide dog and/or cat sitting in your home. Pending on the breed I can also pet sit overnighters at my home. I am a mom of three grown boys 23, 21, 18. Through the years we have had many animals dogs, cat, hamsters, turtles, fish, guinea pig, rabbits, and ferrets. A animal lover by nature I am also skilled and gifted in...
Gail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have had pets all my life growing up- a Guinea pig, cat, bunnies, and dogs. I learned how to properly care for an animal, through love that is. Providing a clean environment, nutrition, water, exercise, etc etc. :) I have had experience with house sitting/pet sitting jobs in the past years and received positive feedback.
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a dog and cat lover! I can provide in home dog sitting, feeding, walks, etc. I have 5+ years of dog sitting and house sitting.
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I grew up with multiple dogs and cats at a time in my family, caring for their different personalities! I have experience with dogs from large to small sizes. My availability and hourly rate is flexible, depending on if pet sitting or walking is desired and the required duration. I love all furry friends and strive to give the...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Brooklyn M.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$17-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Brooklyn and I have grown up with animals my entire life. Our family has owned animals from dogs and cats to horses and bunnies. I am extremely responsible and educated with animals. For the past couple of years, I have been getting paid to dog/cat sit, walk dogs, and care for animals. I absolutely love all pets...
Brooklyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Hi there! My name is Lindsey and I am currently looking to help out with any and all of your pet care needs. I just moved back to Mission Viejo from Idaho. I was living on a cattle ranch with cows, horses, pigs, chickens, dogs, and cats. I had a neopoltion mastiff, pitbull/lab mix, 3 cattle dogs, and a hairless cat. Who were all...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet sitting
Taria V.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$25-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've grown up with domesticated animals in the house. We've always had either a cat or dogs as pets. I am available for long, furry friendly walks, house sitting and helping you maintain your pets wellbeing.
Taria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Isabel A.
Lake Forest, CA
$20-37/hr
I am an animal lover! I have a 1-year-old puppy at home who is an absolute light in my life. I have experience dog-sitting on an as-needed basis, from puppies to senior dogs. I have always have dogs and cats growing up and feel a special connection with animals.
Isabel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $20.50 per hour as of March, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 6 cat sitters in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
The best cat sitters near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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.