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60 cat sitters are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 4 years
Cat sitters in Santa Cruz, CA
Dillon T.
Santa Cruz, CA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Always Available Part-Time Pet Care Provider With Very Flexible Schedule
Hi, I am 33 years old. I have experience in looking after house pets of any type. I am always on time, always professional and will take your animals health and safety seriously just as I would my own. I am very familiar with big dogs and fragile small dogs as well as cats. Ive grown up with both cats and dogs my whole life. My...
Dillon can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Olivia U.
Santa Cruz, CA
$21-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been dog sitting and walking for the past three years. I have experience with both small and large dogs, watching and walking numerous ones at once. I also love spending time with and looking after cats
Olivia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Scarlett D.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr
I provide cat sitting in your home. I have an adult tabby cat myself and love spennding time with furry friends. I can clean litter box, feed, and play with your cat while you are away.
Ashley G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience dog and cat sitting. I am a huge animal lover and would be thrilled to help with your furry friends.
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi!
I'm a college student studying at sjcc for psychology. I love taking care of pets! I've always grown up with dogs and cats in my home. I don't have any pets right now so I would look forward to spending time with yours and taking care of them! :)
Eliza can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I am an experienced animal lover. I've had pets my whole life. I have also managed a small farm with hens. I also have experience with rabbits, guinea pigs, and birds. I personally have a Golden Retriever, 1 cat, and chickens! I would welcome the opportunity to provide love and care to your pets as well! I would be able...
Nicole can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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 walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
Gabriela S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-28/hr
I'm excited to start working as a dog sitter and would love the chance to care for your pets! I have a deep love for animals, especially dogs and cats, and truly enjoy spending time outdoors with them. Caring for pets would bring me so much joy, and I am committed to making sure they are safe, happy, and well taken care...
Gabriela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hi my name is Ashlynn, I am a 3rd year student at UC Santa Cruz and I absolutely adore animals! Growing up I only ever got to have a fish, whom I loved for 8 years, but I have always loved being able to care for and spend time with friends and family pets. I have dog/cat sit for over 4 years now and I have all my love to give to...
Ashlynn can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, grooming
I am comfortable walking dogs of all sizes and strengths and provide pet sitting services as well. I am a current cat owner and previous dog owner who has experience taking care of elderly and disabled dogs and cats. I am trustworthy and will take care of your pets as if they were my own.
Nicolette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
Hello! I've been a dog & cat owner my whole life, and have been caring for other people's pets for the last 10 years. I am responsible, communicative, and low stress!
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, 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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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.
5.0
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I love caring for pets. I have lots of experience around dogs, cats, fish, and turtles! I cared for my family pets growing up, and have a couple of my own.
Marissa can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
Vanessa R.
Boulder Creek, CA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I've had dogs, cats, macaws, bearded dragon, iguanas, frog, hamsters, fresh and salt water fish. As well as caring for my own, friends, family and employers have always trusted me to take care of their loving pets. The breeds...
Vanessa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, 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.
Marcie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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 walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Jenna and I'm a senior at Saint Mary's College. I've had two dogs and two cats my whole life, and since I am at school I miss them so much! I'm a huge animal lover and would be happy to watch them:)
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I am 57 old and a pet owner since I was a child. We currently have 3 dogs on our property (pit bull mixes) and two cats and chicken.
We adopted young and older dogs and I am able to give medication in any form to them without fear. We had tortoises, Guinea pigs, rabbits when the kids were little.
Basically I am comfortable with...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Santa Cruz, CA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Santa Cruz, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of April, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Santa Cruz, CA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 33 cat sitters in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
The best cat sitters near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA cat sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Cat Sitters in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters.