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60 dog sitters are listed in Los Altos, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years
Dog sitters in Los Altos, CA
I absolutely love dogs! I have helped care other family dogs for over 10 years. I have stayed overnight in family homes to watch their dogs. In addition, some positions required me to stop at their homes several times throughout the day to take the dog out, play with, administer medications, and feed him/her. I also have a...
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding & more
Alexandrea R.
Sunnyvale, CA
$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Aly, I have been doing pet sitting / boarding for almost 5 years. I have experience working and with personal clients. I am also experienced in dog walking comfortable with 1-4 dogs at a time.
I am a true animal lover and my dream / goal is to have my own rescue center here in the bay area!
Hello! My name is Hannah and calling myself a pet lover is an underestimate. I have 1 year of traditional pet sitting experience. However, I have 2+ years in animal health retail, Exotic animal and Farm animal care. My love of for animals is so enormous it has led me to work with any kind that I can. I am currently a dog mom to...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Melanie G.
Menlo Park, CA
$22-30/hr
Hello! My name is Melanie, I am a sophomore studying Nutrition, at Foothill College. I am offering child care, pet care, and household services.
I would love to be a babysitter! I grew up in a big family and have been caring for children, pets, and houses since I was 14 years old, within my family. I am currently a nanny for a...
Melanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Narce J.
Sunnyvale, CA
$24-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Narce, I am 23 located in Sunnyvale CA available for any pet sitting / walks, house sitting and babysittings!
Animals bring me such joy and happiness , I've been around dogs my whole life small and big currently we own a French bulldog. Definitely aware of all surroundings when it comes down to the pets ,...
Narce can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home as well as cat sitting/bird and fish feeding. I'm an experienced house sitter/care giver with 10+ years of animal experience. I work from home as an ESL Teacher online, teaching international students for the past 5+ years. I am a pet owner myself and take care of friends and family pets...
Vida can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alejandra C.
Cupertino, CA
$20-29/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I am open to administrating medication.
Alejandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding
Growing up in south east Asia in the family that had a lot of pets as dogs cats chickens fish and exotic pets.
Great experience for pets sitter for cats with good references
Monnapat can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I can provide dog sitting in your home. I am a former Veterinarian Technician with about 1 year of experience in the medical field. I love and can work with dogs and cats of all ages and sizes.
Ashlynn can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I have 2 golden retrievers of my own and walk many dogs in my neighborhood. I have offered dog sitting to many families, including those with Bernee doodles, golden retrievers, and a doodle puppy. I love all dogs. I know the proper trading techniques for walking bigger dogs. I love animals and would be happy to assist you and...
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am available to house sit your cats or dogs, take them on walks, or just check in! I am around on evenings and weekends mainly but on going (or for vacation) care can be arranged! I have one cat myself and plenty of experience with dogs. Please feel free to reach out for more information!
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home. My have personal experience with pets- I've lived with dogs my whole life, ranging from chihuahuas to mastiffs. I currently have a chameleon and help care for a snake as well as both of their live feed. I have taken care of multiple chameleons while their owner was on vacation. Can perform...
Larisa can also help with: Pet walking
I would like to become a pet-sitter. I provide dog sitting in my apartment, I live in a 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment, the apartment complex also has a dog park so I will take your pet to the dog park and I will take it on a walk every 2 hours. I can also perform baths.
Donesha can also help with: Boarding, pet walking
Melanie G.
Menlo Park, CA
$23-37/hr
Hello! My name is Melanie, I am a sophomore studying Nutrition, at Foothill College. I am offering child care, pet care, and household services.
I have helped dog sit and house sit when family and friends went on trips, which included feeding, walking, and cleaning after the pets, including big and small dogs. I have many pets...
Melanie can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
I grew up with dogs my whole life and adore animals. I love being outside and being playful with dogs!
Mckenna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I have successfully managed the responsibility of looking after multiple dogs and cats, ensuring their safety, well-being, and happiness. With this experience, I have developed the ability to handle different personalities, manage group dynamics, and provide individualized attention to each dog/cat. I understand the importance...
Raquel can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
I grew up with a dog, and enjoy pet sitting my family's current pet whenever I visit home. I have experience as a dog foster and pets in general seem to like me a lot. I also spent two years volunteering as a dog walker for the German Shepherd Rescue in L. A.
Kate can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Monika M.
Menlo Park, CA
$25-45/hr • 3 yrs exp
Professional Organizer / Pet And House Sitter / Dog Walker / Driver For Children
Hello and welcome to my profile! A little about me, I was born and raised in Menlo Park and graduated from Sarah Lawrence College. I have worked in office/administrative/personal assistant roles for 3+ years. In that time, I developed a passion and skill for creating order and harmony in spaces through personalized systems that...
Monika can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Moninth C.
Sunnyvale, CA
$19-30/hr
I have 20+ years experience of working and training various animals including dogs (both large and small), cats, birds, reptiles, and aquariums. I do offer boarding services as well as in sitting, dog walking, adventure days, grooming (bath only) some training.
Moninth can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
I have experience pet sitting for both dogs and cats. I am comfortable putting animals on leash to walk. I can work with any size dog or cat!
Josie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Los Altos, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Los Altos, CA?
Dog sitters near you in Los Altos, CA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Los Altos, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Los Altos, CA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Los Altos, CA is $19.43.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Los Altos, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Los Altos, CA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Los Altos, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Los Altos, CA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Los Altos, CA?
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Ratings for Los Altos, CA dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Dog Sitters in Los Altos, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.