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60 dog walkers are listed in Lakeside, CA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 1 years
Dog walkers in Lakeside, CA
I have always loved all sorts of animals. My family has always owned dogs and cats. While I unfortunately can't provide boarding, I can do a great job of taking care of your animal within your own home. If you're going on vacation and need someone to look after your little buddy while you're gone, I'm your girl. I will go above...
Harlee can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Joanna, I am an animal lover who will care for your furry baby as my own. I have owned dogs and cats my whole life, I am new to the NY area and am looking to pick up some part time work as a sitter. I have extensive dog and cat experience. I dog walk and pet sit in your home. I'm available for walks, let outs,...
Joanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Elizabeth B.
Lakeside, CA
$17-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi my name is Elizabeth and I love animals! I grew up with cats and then dogs, and now I own two beautiful kitties of my own! I have paid experience dog walking and dog sitting as well as doing favors for my friends and their cat sitting. I look forward to meeting you and your furry friend!!
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hannah H.
Lakeside, CA
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a trustworthy and reliable mom of 3 humans and 7 pets! I can help with any pet needs, feeding, walking, bathing, cleaning, cuddling etc. No animal is too big or to small!
Hannah can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I had the privilege of taking care of 95-year-old gentleman. I got him dressed out of bed up to the sink to shave and brush his teeth. I took care of medication needs preparing meals housekeeping shopping walking his dog. Companionship.
Connie can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, transportation, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"She was amazing to my grandfather! She took very special care with him. I highly recommend her care. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sarah and I have 2 small dogs of my own. I can offer dog sitting, dog walking, bathing, and medication. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!
Sarah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Wendy F.
Poway, CA
$27-43/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Wendy and I am currently looking for a full-time or Part-time nanny job.
I have 8+ years of experience.
I am passionate about working with children. I love to teach through arts and crafts.
My very first job was working in a daycare where I cared for infants and toddlers.
After that, I worked as a tutor, grades...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were friend family living nearby and Wendy had been taken care of our boys for a few months. She has bright energy and boys loved her so much.
She sang songs and danced with them. She took them to the playground and the library. They did many kinds of sensory...
Care member
Allie M.
El Cajon, CA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun And Reliable Petsitter/ Dog Walker With Over 10 Years Of Experience!
5.0
(2)
I am a 22-year-old animal rights activist and I am so excited to spend even more time with animals ! I love taking long walks and jogs around the city. I have a lot of experience as I've grown up with dogs of all kinds my whole life. My first best friend was a beautiful Great Dane my mom adopted from a rescue when I was four and...
5.0
"Allie is a reliable, fun, and kind caretaker. She's amazing with children and animals and I have always appreciated how seriously she takes her responsibilities. She is so fun and great with children. I trust all of her experience and really appreciate all of her...
Elyse M.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Professional Dog Walker and Pet Sitter with over 20 years of experience!
I love all Dogs! Tiny dogs and Extra Big dogs have my heart! I am an animal Lover!
I absolutely love what I do! I love my furry babies and my clients!
You will see the difference in the quality of care I provide and the love I give to your furry...
Shelley can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"I have been working with Shelley for years and she is a god send! She has been there to help my dogs and I through so many situations, we would have been lost without her! She is a part of my dogs life everyday and it is so reassuring that he is getting loved and...
Liz S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently not available for care.
I have over 25+ years of experience caring for infants and children. I have been working as a full-time nanny the last 15 years. I have a lot of experience with infants/toddler/preschool age children. I know baby sign language (30 or so signs) and have helped with potty training. I have...
Ruth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ruth has been our full-time nanny for the last three years. We have four kids ages 2 - 8. We were afraid Ruth would be terrified by our chaotic household but she took everything in stride. Two years ago, we asked her to home school our son. She taught him...
Rebekah A.
Kylie L.
El Cajon, CA
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experience in
- Dog Walking
- Dog sitting
I have had pet dogs all my life and have a solid amount of experience, plus I love dogs!!
Kylie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Carol S.
Poway, CA
$20-39/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been a dog owner for several yrs. I own a cairns terrier. I have cared for my patients dogs for several yrs. While caring for my elderly patients, I care for their dogs walking feeding and loving them since my elderly patients cannot
Carol can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Hello! Welcome to the one stop shop for your pet care. My name is Carisa and I have many years of experience with all kind of pets. Myself and my family have always had pets, mostly dogs and cats but also birds and lizards. I currently have a 5-year-old female mutt who is very friendly and a 16-year-old female cat who is also...
Carisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, grooming
Katherine C.
Poway, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm a freshman currently attending SF state and majoring in child development. I've had multiple nanny and babysitting jobs starting back in 2020, as well as dog sitting, cat sitting, and dog walking!
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Pet sit dogs and cats: can stay overnight or do drop ins. walking, feeding, playing etc. have references.
Breanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alyssa L.
El Cajon, CA
$17-21/hr
Hi! My name is Aly, I myself have a Malitpoo and have lots of experience dog walking and caring for animals since childhood. I'd love to meet your 4 legged baby and let them get the zoomies out!
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Zena S.
El Cajon, CA
$17-21/hr
I have experience in raising dogs for 10 years and I love taking care of them every day. I walk with them in the morning and have their breakfast, and then I take them out at noon as well, with the companions noticing that they are clean, and then the evening period to feed them and also walk while noticing the harnesses. They...
Zena can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hanna S.
El Cajon, CA
$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Alongside a lifetime of pet ownership, for the past year I have been pet sitting for long periods of time. I can provide dog sitting in your own home and can also perform baths and light grooming. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I also have developed a newfound love for birds. I am available for pet sitting, but also...
Hanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Jaira-mae R.
Poway, CA
$19-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been pet sitting for about 4 years for family & friends. The love I have for cats and dogs is unlimited. I love taking dogs on walks & playing. I am responsible and have the experience on feeding the animals on time!
Jaira-mae can also help with: Pet sitting
Tristen V.
El Cajon, CA
$17-22/hr
I have had multiple different pets of my own and love animals. I have experience in dog walking and would love to care for your animal.
Tristen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Lakeside, CA
Connie M.
5.0
She was amazing to my grandfather! She took very special care with him. I highly recommend her care.
- Care member
Wendy F.
5.0
We were friend family living nearby and Wendy had been taken care of our boys for a few months. She has bright energy and boys loved her so much.
She sang songs and danced with them. She took them to the playground and the library. They did many kinds of sensory activities with water, beans and...
- Care member
Allie M.
5.0
Allie is a reliable, fun, and kind caretaker. She's amazing with children and animals and I have always appreciated how seriously she takes her responsibilities. She is so fun and great with children. I trust all of her experience and really appreciate all of her help!
- Elyse M.
Shelley R.
5.0
Shelley was great as my dog’s walker/sitter for over two years. She was always prompt and communicates great. Definitely recommend her to anyone seeking dog walking and/or sitting services.
- Care member
Ruth N.
5.0
Ruth was our nanny for two years. Over the past two years she provided excellent care for our two children, ages 2 and 6. Prior to finding Ruth, I was worried we may never find a good fit for our family- someone we could trust to provide loving care to our kids. When we found Ruth, it was truly a...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Lakeside, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Lakeside, CA?
A local dog walker near you in Lakeside, CA will cost you an average of $18.20 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 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 Lakeside, CA?
Care.com has 5 dog walkers offering services in Lakeside, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Lakeside 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 Lakeside to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 5 dog walkers near you in Lakeside, 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.