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Hello I my name is Michelle S. and I currently work for the city of LA for a park. I also I also have a degree in Theatre arts from CSUN. I've been told I have a bubbly personality and I love to have conversations about different topic such as Theatre, History, Disney, Harry Potter, Marvel, DC, Movies, Tv Shows, Science,...
5.0
(1)
*Your Trusted Pet Care Team*
Hello! We're Kristen and Nicholas, a husband-wife team dedicated to caring for pets. With our two small dogs and experience with special needs animals, including those with IVDD, we offer:
Pet Sitting: Drop-ins and overnight care.
Dog Walking: Tailored exercise for happy, healthy pets.
Boarding &...
Kristen can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Kristen has a great understanding and affection of pets. Her attention to their well being is event in all she does. She's a wonderful person and easy to get along with, flexible and dependable. I'm very happy to see how well my dogs have come to enjoy her...
Mark I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Natalie, I am a reliable and experienced dog walker and pet caregiver located in Northridge. I have been dog walking, pet sitting, and pet boarding for 8 years and I have owned dogs of my own pretty much by whole life. I am very kind, caring, honest, and punctual. I am experienced with dogs, cats, small...
Natalie can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for dogs for the past 20 plus years and I have worked at a doggy daycare and dog/walked as well as dog sat overnight at my home our clients. I pride myself on being fun, down to earth, very patient, loving, responsible, hardworking and detail-oriented. I can accommodate your fluctuating needs including...
Joan can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have currently 3 dogs and take care of them. I've had many years experience with a wide range of animals from chickens, dogs, pigs, guinea pigs, fish and more. I can walk, watch over, and more for pets. I have experience feeding animals for people out of town and house sit.
Emidgia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hello, I love animals and will watch, walk, and care for your animals as needed. I've volunteered at Best Friend's Animal Shelter. I grew up with dogs and cats and I'm a cat mom too :) I have flexible hours as well.
Marlene can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Marlene is a great pet sitter very reliable, and dependable. She loves animals a lot . I trust her 100 percent with all my fur babies. She would make a great asset for anyone in need of a pet sitter."
Karen G.
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated, organized and reliable professional with over 5 years of experience supervising the care of companion animals while their owners are away, supplemented by my love of animals and my excellent experience volunteering at regional animal shelters, I am ready to relieve your concerns and provide your peace of mind...
Lea can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Lea is a good worker with a big heart and a lot of empathy. She is an amazing person who does her skills well, she loves to do her job, she is very responsible with the work..
Lea thank you for your work keep up the good work!!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have watched many animals ever since I was a teenager. My neighbors would go on vacation and I was responsible to take the dogs on walks and get them fed. I even watched a cat once that supposedly didn't like anyone but the owner. As soon as I walked in the door the cat jumped up on my shoulders. The owner was shocked to say...
Pernilla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
I have three years of paid experience, but I have owned dogs, cats, and chickens my whole life! I have bathed, walked, and watched animals. I have only dealt with cats and dogs, but I am willing to care for just about any animal! I do overnight care and am comfortable giving animals medicine.
Emily can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had dogs all my life I just love them I will do anything they need feed them walk them clean up after them just let me come and help out
Jodi can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Jodi was ever so helpful during my ever changing plans this first time. I can tell she loves animals. Thank you for taking such good care of our "Lady"."
Cheryl S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for my own and other people's pets for many years. I have a good deal of experience watching small to large dogs. One of my previous jobs included watching 2 6-year-old Boxers. My responsibilities include walking the dogs, playing with them, feeding them, giving them their medication and spending the night...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Allie was amazing with my cats!! They require a lot of work and maintenance and I felt very comfortable leaving them to Allie's care after our initial meeting. It seemed I was right, because I came home to very happy kitties with fresh litter and food! Very...
Elle M.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I'm Natalie. A few dogs I have taken care of include a chihuahua named Neela (5+ years) and two mixes named Cesar and Coco in Woodland Hills. I've just started taking care of Reggie as well (pictured). I've taken them on walks in the morning, afternoon and night, fed and played with them all day. I've also taken care of two...
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Very responsible and dependable. She was very thorough in taking care of our Reggie (doggy) and our house plants. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was well taken care of. And Reggie really enjoyed her presence and care! I would absolutely recommend...
Marisel B.
Sami M.
Sherman Oaks, CA
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sami! I have a pet beagle right now who is 1 1/2 years old. I have been the one to care for him as long as he has been around by walking him, feeding him, taking him to the vet etc. I have watched my aunts pets before, a bird and a cat. I can also bathe them as well. I can care give for just about any animal. I am a...
Sami can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sami is amazing!! Our 18 month old had some issues with separation anxiety the first week Sami came on board. But Sami was extremely patient, and went above and beyond to make our daughter feel comfortable. Now they are two peas in a pod and it is amazing to see!...
Stacy S.
Galilee G.
North Hollywood, CA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 5 years of experience. I have references. Please consider, my time is valuable. My work is professional. I have years of professional experience. I can help with everything you can think of for your pet. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I am a trustworthy, loyal and hard working pet sitter and caregiver. I...
Galilee can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"She was very respectful to me and cared about Sulley (pet). She made sure he got plenty of exercise and water while exercising."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi fur families! I have 15 years of daily pet care as well as house-sitting experience. In the past, I have cared for dogs, cats, chickens, reptiles, fish, llamas, and horses! I currently offer the following services: genuine attention and love, leashed walks, weekly baths, off-leash socials, pet taxi, pet/house-sitting,...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Lindsey is absolutely wonderful. She has worked with us for over two years and has become like a member of our family. She is amazing with our two senior citizen dogs (one of them is blind, she gives him eye drops daily). They love her as much as they love us! She...
Amy P.
5.0
(2)
I have experience with dogs and cats for years now. I have worked at a pet store, feeding, walking, giving medicine, bathing and grooming, basically all you can think of. I have 5+ experience involving pet care. I have a love for animals and will take care of them as if he/she is my own.
Giselle can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Giselle is amazing!! She took such great care of my 3 fur babies. She listened to all my special instructions and pampered them with love and incredible care. Taking care of 3 dogs is not easy, but she did a stellar job. She provided detailed updates and I really...
Issayana M.
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
[Available Feb 2025 _ Between the hours of 8:30 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. ]
Over 14 years of experience. (Ages 3 months + ). My daily routines included healthy meals, fun snacks, taking children to the park, pick-up and drop-off from school and events, neighborhood walk, reading, arts & crafts, playing chess, piano time, yoga,...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Before I say anything about her. Andrea is a kids lover!! She has been working with my family for more than 6 months now. Andrea is very dependable and trustworthy. I have absolutely no worries when my 1yr old daughter is with her whenever I am away. She is very...
Yunji C.
5.0
(1)
I am a pet owner and animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, fish, and rodents. I have worked with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. I have been a volunteer at a shelter and have participated in their pet care summer programs.
I am an...
Maria can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
4.4
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I offer professional dog sitting services in the comfort of your own home. My passion for dogs spans all sizes and ages. I am equipped to provide baths (excluding specialized grooming) and can administer medication as directed.
To ensure a smooth experience, I kindly request that you share any specific habits or behaviors your...
Stefanie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"I was planning on moving to LA and I talked with Stefanie even met her and brought my dog out but last minute I stayed on the east coast. I would of hired her if I had moved to LA. She went lout of her way to do video chat, phone call, email and text just to make...
Brittney R.
Stephanie M.
Encino, CA
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Native French Speaking Teacher/ Help / Companion / Dog Walker /Assistant
5.0
(1)
I have a 20 +year experience teaching French to children and adults . I can help with Foreign Language. I have a 10-year-old boy with me half of the time . I do have extensive experience as a personal assistant, as an au pair nanny and also helping people with MS, dementia , dialysis ...
I love helping people , I love children...
5.0
"Stephanie is a great French teacher to my 5- and 10-year-old daughters. She manages to keep them engaged and motivated with a good mix of lessons and fun games/French conversations.
On the logistics side, she is very responsive and always very easy to work with."
Bart B.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Northridge, CA
Kristen P.
5.0
Kristen has a great understanding and affection of pets. Her attention to their well being is event in all she does. She's a wonderful person and easy to get along with, flexible and dependable. I'm very happy to see how well my dogs have come to enjoy her visits and direction. I'm very...
- Mark I.
Marlene M.
5.0
Marlene is a great pet sitter very reliable, and dependable. She loves animals a lot . I trust her 100 percent with all my fur babies. She would make a great asset for anyone in need of a pet sitter.
- Karen G.
Lea Z.
5.0
Lea is a good worker with a big heart and a lot of empathy. She is an amazing person who does her skills well, she loves to do her job, she is very responsible with the work..
Lea thank you for your work keep up the good work!!!
- Care member
Jodi B.
5.0
I had already hired someone but she was outstanding.
- Lorrie A.
Alexandra B.
5.0
Allie was amazing with my cats!! They require a lot of work and maintenance and I felt very comfortable leaving them to Allie's care after our initial meeting. It seemed I was right, because I came home to very happy kitties with fresh litter and food! Very reliable and kind sitter, I would...
- Elle M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Northridge, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Northridge, CA?
A local dog walker near you in Northridge, CA will cost you an average of $20.62 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 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 Northridge, CA?
Care.com has 21 dog walkers offering services in Northridge, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Northridge 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 Northridge to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Northridge, 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 Northridge, 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 Northridge, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Northridge, 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 Northridge, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 21 dog walkers near you in Northridge, 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.