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60 dog sitters are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Santa Barbara, CA
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I provide dog sitting in your own home.
I have experience with multiple pets at once.
Animals cared for have been dogs, guinea pigs, cats, and bearded dragons.
Annabelle can also help with: Pet sitting
I grew up around animals (dogs, cats, and fish!) and love to care for them. I have paid experience dog sitting and dog walking.
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Ive been dog sitting and walking for about 10 years. Im comfortable with dogs of all sizes and love to take them on long walks. Im open to staying at your house with the dogs, but I don't board at my own home. I also love cats and have owned one myself. I'd be happy to help with your cat or dog!
Stefani can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I care for dogs and cats as I would my own. I have a great deal of experience, am reliable, and trustworthy. I am not the most reasonable, but am the best you will find out there. If you want the best, don't settle for less.
Nancy can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I have had pets my whole life, and I love animals, especially cats and dogs. I have some experience pet sitting my friends' animals from time to time.
Isabelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Brooke W.
Santa Barbara, CA
$16-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
My life has been surrounded with pets especially growing up, I had cats, dogs, and guniea pigs! I have been a pet sitter for mostly family friends. I've cared for a variety of breeds and I just love cats and dogs so much!
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi I'm Elizabeth, I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have over two years of experience doing pet and house sitting. I love animals. I grew up around dogs and cats birds chickens and horses.
I can walk dogs. Clean the areas where they like to play feed and shower them. As a house sitter I can take care of plants pets pick...
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
Savannah Y.
Santa Barbara, CA
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Additional to my work with children, I also have experience working with animals as a pet sitter/walker. I have grown up having both dogs and cats which allowed me to grow a strong passion towards animal care. Being a pet owner myself, I understand the importance of a safe and comfortable environment for animals. Having the...
Savannah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Avery I am a reliable and enthusiastic dog sitter/walker with years of experience caring for various breeds and sizes, as well as my own. I am very passionate about providing exercise, companionship, treats! (if that's ok), and safe environments for dogs as well as other pets! I have a strong understanding of...
Hello! I am a big animal lover and graduated as a certified vet assistant from Pima Medical Institute. I have many years of experience since 2018 as a vet assistant in the medical setting providing medical and compassionate care. I also have experience dog walking/pet sitting cats, dogs of all sizes and small animals/pocket...
Katelyn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I'm Taryn, glad to meet ya. :) I have a ton of nannying, dog/house sitting (have raised my own and watched many other's!), event planning, personal/executive assistant experience, waitressing & people skills, and am very crafty. I also love helping out with little odd jobs/errands from time to time ! Don't be shy to reach out!
Taryn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello my name is Ashley and I'm 25 years old. I'm from Santa Ynez and I love pets of all kinds. I have three cats and one puppy. I do dog boarding, walking, check ins, etc. Please and contact me if you're interested in my services thank you.
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My name is Elizabeth, I am 23 years of age currently attending SBCC. I am a Santa Barbara local. I have lots of experience working with kids of various ages. I have recently left my job at an urgent care here in town to join an orthopedic office. However, before that I was working at Roosevelt Elementary School as the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Erin D.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I started pet sitting in 2018 and have mainly looked after cats, but I am open to other types of animals! I've owned reptiles, cats, and dogs, as well as the occasional fish. My current cat was found as a feral kitten and I've slowly built up her trust over this past year.
When I was 13 my family got a boxer, pit bull,...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lilia M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Lilia. I am European with a little bit of accent ;). Originally from Ukraine, for over 30 years. I love animals , especially cats and dogs. I have my own fish tank and used to have a sweet cat named Gia for 12 years.
The longest time for dog sitting was about 45 days.
I am responsible, punctual, paying close...
Lilia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
My name is Ariana and I am 29 years old, living in Santa Barbara. I have two dogs at home that I adore! I babysit kids weekly and have a bachelor's degree in Public Health. I currently work in the medical field. I enjoy doing anything outdoors on my free time including hiking, snowboarding and hanging out at the beach.
I love...
Ariana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Brooke P.
Santa Barbara, CA
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
Not a professional but I do have one year of paid experience specifically with dog sitting. That includes walking, feeding, and bathing. I have cared for cats, dogs and fish but open to new experiences. Looking to help out!
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Megan S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a student-athlete at SBCC! I play soccer and study Nursing. I am a reliable source for your needs! I am versatile in what I can provide and care for. I enjoy being outside and reading!
I'd describe my personality as respectful, lighthearted, and motivated.
I like working with animals because they are the best...
Megan can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Aviana C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I am Aviana, I have had 3 years of specific pet sitting experience mainly for family and friends. I have grown up with multiple dogs and cats all throughout my life!
I would love to help any family's out of a pet sitter is needed!
Aviana can also help with: Pet sitting
Having grown up around animals of all kinds such as dogs, cats, horses, goats, cows, birds, fish, and bearded dragons, I'm comfortable with just about every species (I'm not too fond of spiders). I volunteer with Guide Dogs for the Blind helping to watch/play with the puppies when their "Raisers" are unable to. I'm very much a...
Devon can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Santa Barbara, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dog sitters near you in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA is $16.60.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Santa Barbara, 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.