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60 dog sitters are listed in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 5 years
Dog sitters in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, 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: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
I have been around these amazing animals my whole life. I have 3 dogs and 2 cats. I currently volunteer with the kitties! As a previous job I worked at a doggy day care. I've also interned at an animal hospital for 6 weeks; completed classes that went over animal basics, such as breeds, food diets, health, animal behaviors, and...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi my name is Lundyn! I have grown up having dogs all my life and have experience dog sitting as well. I would love to help you with your fur baby!
Lundyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I'm Meri and I am a teacher during the school year. This summer, I am looking for a pet or house sitting jig.
I have 2 cats and I live animals! I grew up with animals my entire life from dogs, cats, and fish. I would love to connect and help you out this summer.
Hope to hear from you soon!!
Meri
Meri can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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!
Savanna K.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$17-21/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi there!
I'm Savanna, and my husband Adam and I run a pet sitting and care service in southern orange county!
We have professional experience of over 8 years, working with big and small dogs, old and puppies as well.
We have a 7-year-old Belgian malinois who loves meeting new pups, and a 2-year-old who gets so excited...
Savanna can also help with: Pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Sofia M.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 dogs myself and would love to dog sit or even just dog walk if anyone needs someone to help out!
Ive taken care of my friends dogs when they go on vacation a numerous amount of times and have stayed and dog sat for my parents clients before.
Will take dogs on walks, feed them, play with them, clean up after them, etc.
Sofia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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 am a huge animal person and have 3 dogs, 3 guinea pigs, and 1 horse. So I have experience with all different types of animals!
London can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
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 sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your own home, as well as, dog sitting in my clean home. I am a loving and caring Mom of three amazing kids and one Lab fur-baby. I have a great amount of experience in caring for dogs. I am Certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. I am passionate about the Health, Wellness and Fitness of dogs. I can sit with...
Therese can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have plenty of experience working with animals! I pet sit for friends and family growing up, so I've always wanted to work with dogs. Now I am a Dog Groomer so I have acquired a great deal of knowledge in caring for animals!
Victoria can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
Fatma M.
Laguna Hills, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.8
(23)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professional Mother helper since 2018 in 2016 started as house keeper in a luxury hotels chains in OC; then joined a cleaning company for commercial, residential properties including hospitals used to provide my own supplies and equipment, but after pandemic most of clients refuse to multi-use equipment from different houses, I...
Fatma can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Tima has worked for me regularly since August. She is always detailed oriented and always has a smile on her face. She always shows up and is always willing to take on more tasks. It’s a pleasure working with her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide dog sitting in your own home. I love all types of dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages. I can also bathe and brush dogs.
Hailey can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have a few years of experience from caring for a neighbors dogs, family and friends dogs. I love all dogs of all sizes and ages.
Kaela can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Kaela helped us out with a very last minute pet care request. She answered our request promptly and saved our weekend plans from being canceled! She arrived early the next morning, was very friendly and we felt much better about leaving for the weekend with Kaela's...
Melissa G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been pet and house sitting for the past 10 years and have had a love for animals my whole life. I especially am a dog lover and have had many dogs in my life..
I have worked with children and adults who have disabilities, diabetes, autism, Alzheimer's, dementia and paralysis. . I have many personal references that would...
Jennifer can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding & more
Marina T.
Aliso Viejo, CA
$25-49/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I specialize in providing exceptional care for dogs, both in their homes and at my own residence. With over six years of experience in dog sitting and boarding, I have developed a deep passion for canine companionship. Having grown up alongside dogs, I possess a profound understanding of their needs and behaviors, allowing me to...
Marina can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Marina was so caring and loving with Bubbles!
Very happy we found her and would recommend her 100x!"
Lais S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Andrea and I love animals! I would love to keep your pet energized, entertained and healthy while you need. Contact me for any questions you may have :)
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
If your looking for a dog Walker, sitter, or just someone to love on your pet while you are gone I'm available. I can do overnights at your home. I'm available in the evening and weekends. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!
Aileen can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"My dogs love Aileen! I always know my pups are in excellent hands when she cares for them. You know it’s a great match when they get excited to see her! She makes sure they are mentally and physically stimulated all while providing for their basic needs. Since we...
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Fatma M.
5.0
Tima has worked for me regularly since August. She is always detailed oriented and always has a smile on her face. She always shows up and is always willing to take on more tasks. It’s a pleasure working with her.
- Care member
Kaela R.
5.0
Kaela helped us out with a very last minute pet care request. She answered our request promptly and saved our weekend plans from being canceled! She arrived early the next morning, was very friendly and we felt much better about leaving for the weekend with Kaela's help.
- Melissa G.
Marina T.
5.0
Marina was so caring and loving with Bubbles!
Very happy we found her and would recommend her 100x!
- Lais S.
Aileen R.
5.0
My dogs love Aileen! I always know my pups are in excellent hands when she cares for them. You know it’s a great match when they get excited to see her! She makes sure they are mentally and physically stimulated all while providing for their basic needs. Since we have an elderly Boston Terrier, a...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Dog sitters near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is $19.31.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.