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Holly C.
Rio Linda, CA
$17-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Holly, I'm 29 and mother of 2 little ones! We have a little zoo at our house. I have always wanted our kids to grow up with animals in our house! I've been a nanny and still am for about 10+ years, but I love to help families out with animals sitting on the side! I have watched animals since I was around 16...
Holly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Courtney J.
Rio Linda, CA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi Pet Parents!
My name is Courtney and I am an American River College student in Rio Linda. I have over 6 years of paid pet-care experience, as well as a ton of experience caring for my own pets. Because of this, I am very comfortable with dogs of all sizes and temperaments, as well as cats, bunnies, and guinea pigs.
I can...
Courtney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Since last Feb I had a dog walking job with my friends mom's dog, walking 6x per week. I have a pet care service and did some and dog walking from that site. I have had many pets in my life, all have passed on, and I'm looking to fill that gap.
Rochelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Rochelle is a true dog lover, and my Bichon Monte was the recipient of her love and attention. We were always grateful for the kindness and care she gave to him."
Cheryl P.
5.0
(2)
I have 10+ yrs of experience taking care of cats and dogs , dog walking, dog & cat sitting, and giving medications to pets . I grew up taking care of cats my whole childhood and have 2 dogs of my own for 14yrs
Alisia can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
I have over 10 years of experience taking care of dogs, cats, bunnies, hamsters, reptiles, and birds. I have had numerous pets and I have taken care of each ones needs. I will make sure to provide your pet with proper care, medication, training, meals, walks, and playtime as needed.
Olga can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Olga is an amazing reliable caretaker whether on short notice or planned ahead. She was always able to come rescue the day & care for my senior needy big fur babies when I couldn’t get home in time or had to leave town on short notice. I don’t know what I’d do...
Alisia B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you should need any job done please consider me. I am a non-smoker and I enjoy walking, cleaning, organizing, and activities. In my years of experience, I have worked with special needs children, cared for children/ pets/ and home while clients were on vacation, walked dogs, kept animals company, been a full-time nanny, along...
Melisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melisa is a very reliable and dependable person. Would love to hired her again. We would love to keep her forever if we can."
Joyce O.
5.0
(2)
I love to care for peoples pets! I have experience with mostly cats and dogs. I can administer medications, take for walks, feed, bathe and keep them company when your away.
If you are interested in my service I can provide you with references from my ongoing pet care services.
Looking forward to speaking with you soon.
Renee can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Renee watched our 3 pups while we were visiting Tahoe so we could have a nice dinner. It was on New Year's Day and very last minute. She was punctual and great with the pups. Thanks again!"
Lisa R.
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years experience caring for my own dog who is a golden doodle I have trained her since she was 3 months old she is very smart and listens very well. She is my pride and joy and she is a great big part of my life and family. We love our walks and going on our special trips. Also my last nanny job I cared for 2 big dogs...
Kristin can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sarah! I was an animal caretaker and a Nanny for 3 years to a wonderful family. I have also pet sat for friends/family. I enjoy playing with dogs, rather it being throwing a ball or doing the tug of war rope. I also like to play with cats as well. Whatever the animal enjoys, I can easily adapt to. I go hiking and...
Sarah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sarah did great running my very energetic puppy and keeping him entertained. She also had some sound tips for toys that he enjoyed.
Sarah is also a thorough and detailed house keeper. I hired her for pet care and the house keeping was an added bonus. She uses...
Isaac B.
Katrina W.
Antelope, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Katrina, and I am a 3x breast cancer survivor, mother of 3, and I love animals. I have an 12yr old pitbull mix that I adopted after I was diagnosed with breast cancer my first time in 2014. I have over 2 years of professional experience, dog sitting, feeding and walking, and over 20 years of personal experience...
Katrina can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She watched our dog and cay for a night while we were out of town and she loved on them as I'd they were her own and they loved her buttons whines for her still."
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Allysian Mae M.
Roseville, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Good With Kids, Fun Sitter, And Can Work With Your Time!
4.3
(3)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Allysian (Ally)!! I've always had a good connection with kids because I grew up taking care of my own younger siblings. I was raised by a single parent who taught me how to be independent, responsible, and efficient. Being the oldest out of my siblings and I, I definitely developed a lot of skills and...
Allysian Mae can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Ally worked part-time for us on several occasions with a good deal of flexibility, as we were dealing with some jet lag and adjusting schedules. Unfortunately, she was inexplicably non-responsive to our last request for help a couple days ago, without giving any...
Sherina M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Shelby I love working with children. I am CPR/First aid, Trustline, and NCS (Newborn Care Specialist) certified. My goal as a nanny is to help children grow to be the best they can be. I want to nurture their hobby's and do my absolute best to make their days filled with fun, laughter, and learning...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shelby worked with our girls for more than 2 years and we miss her dearly!
She started with us when I was pregnant with my second and our oldest was almost 1. She exudes patience, love and fun.
She stayed with us until our youngest was 1 and she was so so...
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Angelina T.
Sacramento, CA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Love animals .. they make the world a better place .. I've done dog sitting/cat sitting for 5 years here and there for extra money .. also dog walking I enjoy their company
Hello, I'm an experienced dog owner who does dog sitting services such as dog walking, feeding, waste pick up, and etc.!
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting
Sarina E.
Sacramento, CA
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have had dogs my whole life. I now own two lovely chihuahuas that I had to leave back home while I attend school in Sacramento. I'm very experienced when it comes to caring for dogs and I absolutely love them! I also have dog walking experience for 5+ years and have grown a really strong bond with the pets that I care for.
Sarina can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Absolutely love animals. Have over 10 years experience with pet sitting , dog walking etc . I treat your animals as if they were mine, they are like family . Can't wait to meet them
Christy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Brittany G.
Sacramento, CA
$14-19/hr
I have dog walked in the past but not much dog sitting . I would like to gain more experience with animals.
Brittany can also help with: Pet walking, grooming
I have grown up with animals my entire life. Starting out with cats, dogs, turtles and fish, I also took interest in exotic animals such as snakes, birds and frogs. I have experience with pet sitting and dog walking for 4 years. Not only with friends and family animals, I've volunteered for 2 summers at a dog rescue shelter...
Savannah can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, boarding
I am a very reliable, patient creative person who has experience with dogs for about seven years in my life I always grew around dogs, big dogs & small dogs. I'm interested in dog walking & dog sitting. I am also okay with any other task that are needed to do as well I have no problem helping out any other area.
Shariah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
As a dog lover and owner, I have over 6 years of experience working directly with dogs. From long dog walks to tummy rubs, I can guarantee I'll be your dogs favorite sitter.
Most of my experience on Care. com has been working with children and adult with disabilities but I think this job would be a nice break from my normal...
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, boarding
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Rio Linda, CA
Rochelle H.
5.0
Rochelle is a true dog lover, and my Bichon Monte was the recipient of her love and attention. We were always grateful for the kindness and care she gave to him.
- Cheryl P.
Olga A.
5.0
Olga is an amazing reliable caretaker whether on short notice or planned ahead. She was always able to come rescue the day & care for my senior needy big fur babies when I couldn’t get home in time or had to leave town on short notice. I don’t know what I’d do without her. I’ve hired her multiple...
- Alisia B.
Melisa B.
5.0
Melisa is a very reliable and dependable person. Would love to hired her again. We would love to keep her forever if we can.
- Joyce O.
Renee B.
5.0
Renee watched our 3 pups while we were visiting Tahoe so we could have a nice dinner. It was on New Year's Day and very last minute. She was punctual and great with the pups. Thanks again!
- Lisa R.
Sarah G.
5.0
Sarah did great running my very energetic puppy and keeping him entertained. She also had some sound tips for toys that he enjoyed.
Sarah is also a thorough and detailed house keeper. I hired her for pet care and the house keeping was an added bonus. She uses special cleaning products that leave...
- Isaac B.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Rio Linda, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Rio Linda, CA?
A local dog walker near you in Rio Linda, CA will cost you an average of $17.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of February 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 Rio Linda, CA?
Care.com has 2 dog walkers offering services in Rio Linda, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Rio Linda 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 Rio Linda to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Rio Linda, 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 Rio Linda, 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 Rio Linda, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Rio Linda, 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 Rio Linda, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 2 dog walkers near you in Rio Linda, 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.