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60 dog walkers are listed in Lake Forest, CA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 2 years
Dog walkers in Lake Forest, CA
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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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: Boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
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.
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
Celeste P.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love dogs more than anything else on this planet I will take wonderful care and walk your dogs for more than an hour no problem. I can walk and play with dogs all day if that's what you need. I will always pick up of course after the dog and be respectful And kind to your dog. I just need a leash and I'm cool.
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 sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Jennifer was so attentive to my senior dog's needs!"
Cinnamon T.
Jamie H.
Irvine, CA
$13-18/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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I provide animal care in your own home. I have cared for many dogs and cats to include my own 4-year-old dog. I have fostered dogs, volunteered at animal shelters and have experience in paid dog walking jobs. I truly love animals and give them the royal treatment because I know they are part of the family.
Sherry can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
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 walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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 sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
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: Boarding, pet sitting
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 sitting, pet transportation
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
(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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mari is an amazing nanny! She has been watching my 5 month old son daily since I've returned to work from maternity leave. I know my son is in great, loving and responsible hands when he is with Mari. She takes him on long walks, plays with him, and tends to his...
Jorge C.
5.0
(6)
I have had lots of experience with dogs, cats, small animals, and birds! I can provide care for them, work with feeding schedules, and I can do some light housekeeping if needed. I adore animals and I will keep them company, go on walks, play with them, care for them, and give lots of cuddles! (Unless they do not want cuddles of...
Kristy can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"So kind and goofy!! My puppies were always in good hands with her. Crazy amount of energy- was able to get the crazy pups so tired that they slept through the night!"
Angie L.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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 sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Marina was so caring and loving with Bubbles!
Very happy we found her and would recommend her 100x!"
Lais S.
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: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, 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.
Heike P.
Irvine, CA
$27-41/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as dependable, trustworthy and compassionate
I like working with kids because it brings a lot of joy and it is so rewarding. Every day is different, every child is different.
I am a mom from a 7-year-old adorable son.
We moved from Germany to California in 2022 and since then I have been...
Heike can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Heike as Babysitter or Nanny.
She is very trustworthy, honest, always on time, friendly and nice, very creative and loves nature (she grew up in one of the most beautiful places on earth)
Heike is wonderful with children.
They all love her."
Ute C.
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.
As an owner of a dog for 11 years I am very comfortable of dog walking and dog sitting certain breeds.
Andrea can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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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 $17.62 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Lake Forest, CA?
Care.com has 21 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 21 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 Rating4.5 / 5
Dog Walkers in Lake Forest, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.