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Jakya G.
National City, CA
$17-22/hr
I've always been surrounded by dogs growing up, and they've filled my life with unconditional love, loyalty, and joy. My heart is big when it comes to furry friends, and I now have the privilege of being a dog mom to a sweet blue-nose pit. I understand how much our pets mean to us, they're family! That's why when it comes to...
Jakya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello!
I am someone who loves and respects all walks of life. I have personal experience from owning cats, dogs, fish and reptiles. My leopard gecko has been in my life for nearly 10 years now. I am great at dog walking, and light grooming. I am open to learning how to care for other animals, such as birds.
I am willing to do...
Brittany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
I'm an experienced and loving dog sitter, dedicated to providing your furry friend with plenty of attention, playtime, and care while you're away. Whether it's daily walks, cuddles on the couch, or ensuring their meals and routines stay on track, I treat every dog like part of the family. Trust me to give your pup the best care...
Destiny can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, I'm Valery and I want to provide reliable care for your pets!
I'm a lifelong animal lover with personal experience caring for a variety of pets (dogs, guinea pigs, birds, hamsters, cats.)
I'm proud of my hands-on experience with animal care and advocacy. In my free time, I actively TNR in efforts to reduce the population...
Valery can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine
If you're looking for a responsible, respectful pet sitter / pet care taker I am always here!
I love all animals and would love the opportunity to meet new fur friends.
I have a husky and a chihuahua who are both rescues and are my world.
I am open for interviews with your pet before hand to assure that we're both...
Desiree can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Angel Ivanna H.
National City, CA
$17-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I loveit the animal in general I have a 2 cats and 2 dogs so I am interesting in the animals. I have a 24 years old I love the walking in the mornings
Angel Ivanna can also help with: Pet walking
Natalie O.
National City, CA
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a die hard dog lover, but then again I love all animals. Any experience I have is taking care of my own pets since I was 10 which included feeding, walking, cleaning up after them, bathing, and of course playing and spoiling them with love. I'm very outgoing, a self starter and most importantly very dependable and...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding & more
I grew up having 2 dogs so I know how to care for them. I love taking care of them, walking them and just bonding with dogs in general.
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Alejandra A.
National City, CA
$20-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly and caring
I like working with kids because it brings joy to my soul, to see what a young soul is capable of doing on their own.
I'm looking for a job where I can share my passion & joy that I have for this field of child development.
I started working with kids at the age...
Alejandra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(5)
I have two dogs that bring joy to my life.
I enjoy walking dogs and overnight pet sitting. I have cared for dogs, cats, rabbits and birds. I have given medication by your instruction. I am not a certified vet technician
Nancy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Nancy is the best! She is trustworthy, very reliable and most importantly, loves our dogs. She quickly established a great connection with our two dogs and has provided the best care for them (and our house). I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone...
Angela M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a dog walker for the past year. I have also boarded many dogs, and done sittings for cats and dogs. I have grown up around many animals. I have had golden retrievers and a Cavachon. I recently rescued a Colorado Mountain Dog named Maggie. I love going on long walks, throwing a ball, or just spending time with...
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(6)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I have been dog-sitting for more than 10 years, I love every minute of it. I've had three dogs, two Rottweilers and a chihuahua/Pomeranian. I know how to handle all sizes, from small to large breeds. I also know how to handle pets if they are rough or gentle. I'm responsible and trustworthy, I wouldn't let anything happen to...
Wendy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I was out of town visiting family and my cat had gotten sick unexpectedly, the sitter I had previously wasn't comfortable caring for him and giving him medication that he needed after so I hired Wendy! It was really short notice but she was ready to go and...
Victoria H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi pet parents,
I always loved dog and cats my whole life.
Took care for my brother-in-law dog last year. Bringing him to walks, parks, playing and feeding him.
I had a poodle that was a senior and is a pleasure I had him and took care of him all his life.
Just recent adopted a cat from Humane society and live with the cat and...
Mirela can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"She was a reliable pet sitter and I will hire again when travel again. Trustful pet care and did a good job cleaning up my cats litter around the house."
Sarah L.
Jessica S.
San Diego, CA
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a pet owner myself I know how important it is to find someone trustworthy and reliable to feed, walk and clean up. I currently pet sit and interact with all of my cleaning and cooking clients animals. As soon as I'm at the door you can expect some barking and howling because good times are about to happen! I am currently...
Jessica can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"So happy with Jessica. Not only loving on my two pups but she took care of running the dishwasher for me. Very responsive to anything needed. I will definitely hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experience taking care of all different types of dogs. Love to walk long distance if needed and can stay in your home to care for your pets. Comfortable with administering medication, basic discipline and all exercise needs. I love dogs! I am trust worthy, dependable and caring. I have 3 grown children, grand-children and many...
Paula can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience, and I'm currently enrolled in Animal Behavioral College with a 100% accuracy on my Pet First Aid final. I can help with Grooming, Pet Sitting, Pet Walking, Giving Oral Medication, and Occasional In and Out of house Boarding. I would love to get to know you and your fur babies!
Alexis can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Super friendly and energetic! Really knows how to make a personal connection! Loved her!!"
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
For the love of pets, I've cared for snakes (Boa's) while friends were traveling out of the country, dogs both small and large breeds for 6 years, (16) as a dog owner, cats while friends went abroad, hamsters, rats, turtles, fish, and other creatures connected to the heart strings of their respective owners. Your pet will be...
Marlene can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Marlene has taken care of my cat Emmie, and I will continue to hire her for the job any time I am out of town. She is such a sweetheart, and she updates me after every visit. I highly recommend Marlene, and I'm so thankful that I found her!"
Alana T.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Connie and I have experience caring for dogs for over 10 years. I obtained my dog training certification through Animal Behavior College in 2016 and I have extensive knowledge on reactivity, separation anxiety, as well as basic training.
I lead an active and healthy lifestyle, and would love to play with...
Connie can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
5.0
"We have left our dog with Connie for some dogsitting while we were away on vacation on numerous occasions, including one instance where our dog was fresh out of a major surgery operation. She was able to handle all the medical requirements and give him the care he...
Care member
Karen G.
San Diego, CA
$14-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I Can't Wait To Work With You And Your Fluffy Friend :)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Karen and I absolutely love working with animals! I have two fluffy pups of my own and have experience with training, walking, grooming, bathing, and feeding both dogs and cats. :)
Karen can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover and I am happy to exercise with or care for your pets while you are away. I grew up with dogs as pets my whole life. I am always looking for new animals to walk or care for and I'm also able to do outings (dog park, dog beach, etc.) with your dogs. I have experience house sitting as well so I don't mind...
Whitney can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in National City, CA
Nancy S.
5.0
Nancy has taken care of my two cats on multiple occasions when I've had to travel for work, sometimes up to 2-3 weeks at a time. I felt terrible to have to leave them for so long, but could rest assured knowing they'd be in her care. She's professional, punctual, and most importantly to me, she's...
- Dena L.
Wendy R.
5.0
Wendy took care of our home and pets so well! We will definitely hire her again when we go out of town. She was easy to communicate with and so helpful!
- Amy R.
Mirela G.
5.0
She was a reliable pet sitter and I will hire again when travel again. Trustful pet care and did a good job cleaning up my cats litter around the house.
- Sarah L.
Jessica S.
5.0
So happy with Jessica. Not only loving on my two pups but she took care of running the dishwasher for me. Very responsive to anything needed. I will definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Alexis L.
5.0
Super friendly and energetic! Really knows how to make a personal connection! Loved her!!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in National City, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in National City, CA?
A local dog walker near you in National City, CA will cost you an average of $17.89 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 National City, CA?
Care.com has 9 dog walkers offering services in National City, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from National City 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 National City to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in National City, 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 National City, 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 National City, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in National City, 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 National City, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 9 dog walkers near you in National City, 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.