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60 dog sitters are listed in Santa Monica, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 4 years
Dog sitters in Santa Monica, CA
I provide dog sitting in your own home or dog walking. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Julia can also help with: Pet walking
I love animals! I've grown up with them my whole life, and since I'm a college student, I'm away from my animals at home. I'd love to provide dog sitting services or animal sitting to anyone who needs it.
Jessica can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Shayla W.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny for 6 years for ages 2-11 years old.
I'm an artist so I love being creative with children.
Or doing athletic activities because I'm a personal trainer.
I also have experience dog and cat sitting! I have three dogs, two of which love visiting the children I babysit. I also foster rescue puppies and it's...
Shayla can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Shayla was great! We hired her last minute when our dog sitter fell through, she was a life saver. She was timely, gave us updates, and went over and beyond watching our dog. I would highly recommend hiring her as a dog sitter or walker."
Mariah B.
I have had dogs, cats, reptiles, and birds of my own since I was a child and have been pet.
Hello, my name is Jamie and I've been pet sitting for 20+ years, starting with my own pets and neighbors and graduating to friends and onto professional services! I have had the fortunate opportunity to live in popular touristic...
Jamie can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! I am Nicolle, a reliable, adaptable, and organized professional living in Santa Monica seeking full/part-time work, With my strong background in customer service and PR/events, and a life-long love for animals, I'm ready to help simplify your life and provide top notch care for your home, projects, or furry...
Nicolle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I'm currently a nanny, but absolutely love animals and am more than willing to house sit as well! I've taken care of dogs, cats, and fish but will help with anything :)
Chloe can also help with: Pet sitting
Matthew S.
Santa Monica, CA
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Ability to pet sit and available to pet train and dog walk, bird feed, or cat care, I can offer anything you or your pet's heart desires
Matthew can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
Pet care is a natural part of my routine since I have an active 11-year-old Vizsla who needs regular exercise, attention, and companionship. Working from home allows me to give plenty of time and care to any dog in my home, and having a yard in Venice makes playtime easy and enjoyable. I'm used to balancing my work with pet...
Janice can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Carson F.
Santa Monica, CA
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am caring and responsible and would love to work with your fury friends! I have pet sitting experience as well as pets of my own, a dog and two cats!
Carson can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Clarissa R.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter Looking For Occasional And Last Minute Needs
Hi there! I have had years of experience taking care of dogs and cats, to fish and chinchillas. I was originally going to go for my veterinary degree so I have lots of general knowledge and common sense, as well as experience from my previous animal science classes and hands on training. I will always treat your loved ones like...
Clarissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Part time sitter! Open to inquiries.
I grew up with dogs and have a cat now myself. Love all animals
Britt can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love taking care of cats and dogs. I have been a cat parent to my own purrfect kitty, Waffles, for about 7. 5 years now. She is a bengal who requires lots of play time and attention. I frequently take care of friends kitties', including some with special diets. I have experience dog+house sitting as well. I'm not able to have...
Ellen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Virginia B.
Santa Monica, CA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Virginia. I currently work P/T in the afternoon as a Teacher's Aid with the SMMUSD. I grew up with animals and now I am providing the same animal loving spirit in our home to my daughter. She is 10 year old and she loves animals, but especially dogs. We have an 11-month-old Maltese-Poo who is gentle and loves to...
Virginia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, boarding
Rachel V.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Rachel! I am patient, kind, caring and a true lover of all dogs. As a dog owner for over 18 years from small dogs to big dogs, I know how to engage, nurture and take the best care of them. I want your pup to feel safe and comfortable away from home and will make sure your dog gets extra love during your time...
I absolutely love being around animals. So whatever your fur (or fur-less) babies needs are, drop me a message and let's work something out!
At home I have two rescues that I adore: a 3yo German Shepard made of affection and an older cat full of attitude.
If your dog gets along with others, I can host for sitting, as I have a...
Terry can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I am an animal lover. I've had dogs and cats since I was 20 years old. I've pet sit for Cocker Spaniels, Terriers, Poodles, German Sheppards, and Pekapoos.
My clients include people I meet at the dog park, friends & family. When pet owners are on vacation their pets will usually stay at my home but I can stay at theirs if...
Mickie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Love dogs and cats, worked in a dog grooming shop as a receptionist, house sit for pet owners. Dogs and cats usually take to me easily.
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Dogs are the best! I love playing, relaxing and also working with them. I'm most familiar with labradors and pointer dogs, since they have been around me since I was born. I have 3+ years of training experience as 2 of my current labs went through general obedience and tracking training over the last years. We are now licensed...
Edina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Crystal R.
Santa Monica, CA
$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I will treat your pets as if they were my own. I am available to pet sit and for dog walking. The safety and well being of your fur babies is my top priority. Along with making them feel loved and adored.
Crystal can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Victoria C.
Santa Monica, CA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Victoria. I currently work as a project manager for a commercial solar company, so reliability, organization, communication, and mindfulness are second nature to me. I also work remotely so my schedule is very flexible!
I'm very passionate about animal care, having grown up rescuing dogs and owning every...
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Santa Monica, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Santa Monica, CA?
Dog sitters near you in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA is $19.29.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA?
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Ratings for Santa Monica, CA dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Santa Monica, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.