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198 dog sitters are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in San Francisco, CA
I'm a native San Franciscan and experienced in pet care, dog walking and cat sitter. I'm also a dog and cat owner and absolutely adore them. Feel free to contact me for more information and references.
Randa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I can provide pet sitting in your own home while you are out of town including feeding and walking, as well as light cleaning. I have been a private nanny for a family with a cat and have experience pet sitting for them. I also have had hands on experience with dogs and cats as a pet owner myself.
Shannon can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I am available for a dog sitter or walker position. I love animals and have had dogs and cats my whole life but I currently can't due to my living situation in SF, so you could help me get my fur baby fix! I am currently a nanny so I am extremely dependable and a natural caretaker, I have experience with big and small dogs,...
Sydney can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Kimberly C.
San Francisco, CA
$25-31/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kimberly. I have about 3 years of professional paid experience of pet sitting. I'm an animal lover, especially when it comes to big dogs but of course always comfortable with all types of animal care. I grew up surrounded by dogs which is why I have so much love for them as they are the best companion in my...
Kimberly can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I've been pet sitting for two years just little jobs like while someone's out of town. I'll feed their dog and give them water. I don't have any animals of my own, but I do love animals and I'm happy to play with them while I'm there. I also walk any dog under 60 lbs
Salihah can also help with: Pet walking
I Love pets! Have a lifetime of experience, have had many animals raging from ferrets to dogs/cats/pigs/goats. Send me a message and we can chat more!
Azul can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
I have been pet sitting and walking dogs for 4 years while living in Texas, but have missed the experience since moving to SF. I have first hand knowledge with owning and caring for reactive dogs, senior dogs, and special needs animals. Although my heart is obsessed with large breed dogs, I can't help but love all breeds. I live...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Peggy L.
San Francisco, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I was raised with a dog (Basset Hound to be exact) and am a long-time cat and dog sitter. I have over 10 years of dog sitting/walking and cat sitting.
Peggy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Maria R.
San Francisco, CA
$20-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have over 5 years of experience as a pet sitter with extensive references for a wide variety of pets. I am safety focused and highly communicative. I have experience with dogs, cats, birds, horses and more! I have pets of my own and am versed in basic medical care including giving medication, bandaging and monitoring vital...
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for two new pups for a small pack of 5! I've become addicted to these guys, so I'm looking in central/southeast sides of San Francisco for a couple of new friends to walk. I'm also a child care provider, so there is access to my background checks, dmv records, etc. Pics on IG summer. sits
My mother was a...
Summer can also help with: Pet walking
Hello,
I have experience caring for dogs, cats, birds, horses, sheep, and chickens.
I am a mother to a loving and sweet golden doodle and a cat.
Let me know if you need care for your animals.
I also do overnight care.
Heading out for a trip or a night and need your little companion cared for, let me know :) Experience-wise I've had dogs or cats all of my life and have occasionally been asked to watch over a pet for a friend or senior client. While I'm unfortunately unable to provide boarding, I'm more than happy to pet-sit and/or pet walk....
Meggan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Julia J.
San Francisco, CA
$19-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Julia. I've been a dog walker or sitting almost 1 or 2 years ago with my friends and family dogs. I really love animals and I know how to take care of them with love and patience. I can handle with multiple dogs at once and providing the same love to each one. I can do exercise with them and they will be happy...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Crystal G.
San Francisco, CA
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've been dog sitting for about 2 years now and would love to provide the services for anyone in need!
Crystal can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
4.0
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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I love animals and have years of experience caring for cats. I am a former volunteer at a local animal shelter where I helped socialize cats for about 4 years. I also currently have a couple of pet sitting clients and have 2 rescue cats of my own. I have been a paid pet-sitter for about 5 years. I also have experience fostering...
Pamela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Pamela cared for our older cat several times and did a wonderful job for us. She showed a great deal of concern for him, especially when he had some medical issues that required special care. She visited him on schedule and would send us reports each time to let us...
Brad D.
I have 2 year of experience. I can help with Dog Training and Pet Transportation. I am a great sitter I love dogs!!!
Aaliyah can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Madeline G.
San Francisco, CA
$24-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of experience pet sitting and dog walking on Rover. I have experience with both big and small dogs, as well as cats. I am a major animal lover!
Madeline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have always had a passion for animals and am currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Equine Science. I have 1. 5 years of dog walking and pet sitting experience. I have had rabbits and dogs of my own, and am comfortable around cats too.
Elsa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in San Francisco, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in San Francisco, CA?
Dog sitters near you in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA is $21.29.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in San Francisco, 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.
Ratings for San Francisco, CA dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Dog Sitters in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 198 listed dog sitters.