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60 dog walkers are listed in Lake Forest, CA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 2 years
Dog walkers in Lake Forest, CA
I'd describe my personality as patient, kindly, responsibility
I like working with animals because I'm a animal lovere and they are full of love and peace
I'm looking for a job that I love animals and this job is perfect for me
I started working with animals when I was 20
15 years a ago
In my spare time, I like to take...
Seyedeh Nazli can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Have been working for two years with cats and dogs, birds and fish. have stayed at their homes and also have been walking and sitting. Open schedule and very flexible.
Camila can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dog lover who is interested in spending time with different dogs. I'm currently helping a friend with training her dog at Petsmart.
Zahra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding
5.0
"Shohreh was so sweet with our 10 month old son W. She was caring and took wonderful care of him. We will be calling her again soon to babysit!"
Brett B.
Chloe H.
Tustin, CA
$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up I was always around pets, my family always had at least one dog and a cat in the house. Since I've moved to the United States I've been helping families with their animals (dog walking, pet sitting, daily drop in)
I believe to be reliable, professional and meticulous. I'm comfortable walking/exercising both big and...
Chloe can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
I love pets and have years of experience caring for them. I can walk dogs or take care of your animals while you are away. I will treat them like they are my own.
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jamie H.
Irvine, CA
$17-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide cat and dog sitting as well as dog walking! I love animals and have always had many animals growing up. I have taken care of many dogs before and watched over cats as well when their owners were out of town! I am able to clean little boxes, feed animals, and take care of them as my own!
Jamie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I am a previous owner and operator of a dog daycare. I have over 15 years of experience caring for pets. Owning and operating a dog daycare enabled me to work with all types of breeds. Whether your dog is super active, suffers from separation anxiety or elderly, I am able to be play or simply show them the love and compassion...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Jennifer was so attentive to my senior dog's needs!"
Cinnamon T.
4.8
(31)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carri, I reside in Laguna Niguel. I have been dog walking, pet/house sitting for 30 years. I provide excellent care and companionship for your pet! I offer daily, weekly, overnight & extended care, feeding, yard cleanup & oversee medication(s).
It's vital to know that your pet is being loved & well cared for by a...
Carri can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Amazing.
Punctual, very professional and knowledgeable. She gave us peace of mind by keeping us updated via texts which was a nice way to let us know our baby's activities. She completely kept to our 18 month olds schedule. Highly recommend!"
Care member
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, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for multiple dogs and cats, in addition to the nanny/personal assistant work. Duties include walking, feeding and grooming.
Jessee can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"I hired Jessee to help out with odd jobs, errands but most importantly to help with my kids. She was up for the challenge and most importantly my kids thought she was awesome. She is very organized, helpful , hardworking and kind. I would hire her again anytime."
Leighton D.
Wafaa D.
Irvine, CA
$22-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Wafaa. I am a mother of two kids. I am currently a stay at home mom. I work as a nanny a babysitter and a dog sitter on my free time. I love pets. I like to go on walks during my free time. For the past 3 years I have been dog sitting my friends dogs and I really enjoyed it.
Wafaa can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Waffa really has a warm heart. When she took care of our dogs, she treated them like their dogs. I really appreciated"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello:)! My name is Samantha and I am a college student home for the summer. I am a huge dog lover and have had lots of experience not only walking, but dog sitting as well. I am very active and very outgoing along with having a flexible schedule. Let me know if I am someone you would be interested in!
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am vaccinated.
Hi Family, I'm an experienced and responsible Nanny, I love interacting and taking care of children, having helped to raise 7 children between nieces and nephews, with a lot of experience with infant.
When I moved to CA, I have a lot of free time to give love and attention to the children I am taking care of....
Mari can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have nothing but great things to say about Mari! Like many parents, I get nervous about who to trust my child with, but with Mari, I felt relieved! She was incredible with my daughter. She was always attentive, active and so caring with my daughter. My daughter...
sherry S.
5.0
(1)
I'm always on time. . I'm very kind and sweet and caring and I am a nutrition coach
I'd describe my personality as sweet kind friendly
I like caring for seniors because they are fun and I love to listen to their stories and help them
I'm looking for a job that will allow me a nice place to stay in Newport Beach
I started...
Susan can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
5.0
"Susan is a dependable, talented women that I had the pleasure of working with for 15+years, she is a very caring women and it's been a pleasure knowing her."
Tracy W.
4.5
(16)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
As a mama of an adorable 5yr. young kindergartener, I enjoy/value The Montessori & Waldorf Philosophies. In fact, I'm currently furthering my education in these programs. I believe children learn best through play, dance, & fun. Whether that be learning measurements & introductory math through baking, to learning about our...
Tahiry can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tahiry is fantastic! Our 9 month old daughter absolutely loves her and she has helped our daughter with different developmental milestones like crawling, walking and standing. Tahiry has a ton of fun activities and great suggestions especially for first time...
Jordan B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
5 years ago, after being laid off in the casinos and helping to raise my beautiful granddaughter, I started a new chapter in my life, I had no idea God would lead me into so many amazing lives.
A brief description of my skills:
I have spent the last 5 and half years taking care of others loved ones. Most of that time has...
Catheleen can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, errands & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 58-year-old mother of 3. Our children are now ages 29, 27 and 23. Over the past 20 + years I have been a stay home mom and volunteer. I enjoyed my days in the PTA, as a basketball coach, Brownie Troop Leader, Religious Education Teacher, Fundraiser for many organizations, Room mom, team mom, and also food pantry helper. I...
Joni can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Joni is professional and a wonderful caregiver to my Mom. I highly recommend her for anyone needing the extra support."
Carol W.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I love all pets and especially playing with them!! I can take care of them
4.0
"Rania watched my two dogs, a pit bull mix and a toy poodle chihuahua. She and her daughters walked them throughout the day. My dogs even got along very well with their own dog. Ranai was pleasant to work with and would definitely hire her again."
Paulina M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm Rachel K! I created my own state pet sitting business and have managed it now for 17 years. I am known to be very patient, kind and loving when it comes to caring for animals. I set the bar high when it comes to my services, by going above and beyond expectation, and excelling in honestly, and integrity. Although I prefer...
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Rachel is an excellent pet sitter. She was extremely professional, communicative, and follows instructions. I will be using her from now on and cannot recommend her enough."
Heather K.
Emma W.
Foothill Ranch, CA
$17-22/hr
I've done much dog walking before and have lots of experience with dogs and also cats as well, with watching them and walking dogs.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Lake Forest, CA
Zahra J.
5.0
Shohreh was so sweet with our 10 month old son W. She was caring and took wonderful care of him. We will be calling her again soon to babysit!
- Brett B.
Jennifer A.
5.0
Jennifer was so attentive to my senior dog's needs!
- Cinnamon T.
Carri C.
5.0
Carri helped with our cat and fish. She was able to help last minute. She sent texts and photos updating us so we knew all was well. Great to know she is caring and trustworthy. Will definitely use again.
- Jaclyn P.
Jessee T.
5.0
I hired Jessee to help out with odd jobs, errands but most importantly to help with my kids. She was up for the challenge and most importantly my kids thought she was awesome. She is very organized, helpful , hardworking and kind. I would hire her again anytime.
- Leighton D.
Wafaa D.
5.0
Waffa really has a warm heart. When she took care of our dogs, she treated them like their dogs. I really appreciated
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Lake Forest, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Lake Forest, CA?
A local dog walker near you in Lake Forest, CA will cost you an average of $17.95 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Lake Forest, CA?
Care.com has 22 dog walkers offering services in Lake Forest, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Lake Forest or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Lake Forest to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Lake Forest, CA worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Lake Forest, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Lake Forest, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Lake Forest, CA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Lake Forest, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 22 dog walkers near you in Lake Forest, CA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.
Ratings for Lake Forest, CA dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Walkers in Lake Forest, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.