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Vinicius G.


Scotts Valley, CA

$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Pets Are My Passion

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Hi I'm Vinicius, you can call me Vini, I love all types of pets. I grew up with dogs and along my whole life I always had pets by my side, dogs, cats and birds. I currently have a dog and a cat. I really love being around them, I love their honesty, their loyalty, and I love to feel their pure and genuine love. Since I was very...
Vinicius can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming
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Sarah S.


Scotts Valley, CA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Seasoned House & Pet Sitter

Hi! My name is Sarah and I have been helping local Santa Cruz families with their pet and house sitting needs for over 10 years. I am responsible, a massive animal lover, and I love giving my clients peace of mind while they travel. I've watched dogs of all ages- from puppies to the elderly- and all types of breeds. I am an avid...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Liseth D.


Scotts Valley, CA

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Your Dog's Home Away From Home. Play, Care, And Cuddles!

I have two years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes and breeds. My services include daily walks, ensuring they stay clean after playtime, feeding them according to their needs, and administering medication when necessary. I love to play with them and give plenty of cuddles and hugs. I am dedicated to providing a safe,...
Liseth can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training & more
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Mary S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp

Pet Sitting, Dog Walking

5.0

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I grew up on a farm so I have always been around animals and love them. I provide dog and cat sitting in your home. Overnight care available making sure they are in safe, well fed and are set up for the night.
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Gabriel D.


Aptos, CA

$17/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Extensive experience working with dogs from all walks of life. I have befriended anxious dogs who usually fear humans and earned the acceptance of aggressive dogs. I believe that it is important to take each dog's individual personality and preferences into account when caring for them. I offer a variety of pet services so don't...
Gabriel can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Gabriel is INCREDIBLE. He raised the bar so high for pet care I'm worried we'll never like anybody else. Our Cavalier was so happy and clean at the end of every session. Gabriel would do long walks and adventures - sometimes two a day!- and give him a bath. He...

Kelland S.

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Karen M.


Ben Lomond, CA

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Walker/Playmate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love animals... they are such gifts to us humans... and I treat them as such. I have a great attunement with animals, which enables me able to easily ascertain what they need/want and they respond very well to my huge heart and immense love. I have had cats and kittens my whole life and have also owned parakeets, rabbits, mice...
Karen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Karen takes care of my pets regularly. I am gone on the weekends so Karen takes care of my 4 cats and 2 dogs. My younger Pit-bull dogs is large and very energetic. Karen takes the Pit-bull out 2-3x a week for hikes in Henry Cowell, runs on the beach and other...

Kelly B.

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Lilian B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello My Name In Lilian. I Live In Santa Cruz County. I Enjoy Interacting With Others.

Hello, my name is Lilian. I am a college student looking for a job. I have classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays only. I am free every other day of the week all day anytime for work. Feel free to reach out I like interacting with others. I am looking for a job that pays minimum wage and can work with my school schedule. I love...
5.0
"She is a very sweet and playful person, she is good with kids of all ages. Very artistic and has a good imagination! I would recommend her she is reliable and always on time."

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Madison S.


Capitola, CA

$40-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Madison S. I absolutely love animals and I feel comfortable house and pet sitting. I am a verified member and have experience pet sitting for families in the East Bay area. Growing up I lived with many different animals. As pets, I lived with dogs, cats, lizards, snakes, Guinea pigs, rats, mice, and fish. I...
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Laura E.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter And Dog Walker Available

I grew up with a yellow lab, Brandy, and a cat, Felix, who I loved dearly. I am godmother to my roommate's kitten, Frida, who has me wrapped around her cute little paw! I am a lifelong animal lover and enjoy caring for pets like they are my own family. I have 10+ years experience in house sitting, pet sitting and plant care. I...
Laura can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Laura has the biggest heart and will share it when caring for your animals! "

Kimberly P.

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Carolyn M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced and Mature Loving Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I'm very active (lots of walks, and dancing), trustworthy, caring, patient, loving, punctual, dependable, compassionate, happy, easy going, nurturing, mindful, attentive, hands-on, present, have a positive attitude, upbeat and a good sense of humor, energetic, fun and a very reliable nanny. I will focus on the healthy continued...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Carolyn was a nanny for our family for 4 years. She cared for my two boys as though they were her own and truly became part of our family. We are so grateful to have had her in our lives. We relied on her-- both us parents working-- and she never let us down....

Sara C.

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Maya W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Maya and I am 25 years old. I earned a B. A. in Anthropology from UCSC in 2022. I have been a nanny before with 10+ years of experience. I also have experience as a day camp counselor, as well as a summer camp counselor for the YMCA. I am very friendly, outgoing, responsible and I am LGBTQIA+ friendly. I also...
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hired after interview. Very excited to have her start with our family!"

Sara B.

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Tess P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Animal Lover! Very Reliable And Care About Your Pets!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of professional experience. I can help with grooming and Pet Transportation, training, walking, and boarding. I have grown up with animals all my life and have such a soft spot for them. I am currently trying to save enough money to put myself through nursing school, any jobs I would appreciate!
Tess can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, grooming, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Tess is very responsible and does an amazing job with my pets! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for help with your pets."

Heather G.

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Marlene D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-28/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi There My Name Is Marlene I Am 24 Years Old. I Have Been Babysitting For about 9 years now for family and friends. I have experience with newborns - Teens so any age is fine with me. My Job Consists of Taking children to and from school. Watching till parents get home. I also make breakfast, Lunches, and Dinners as needed. I...
Marlene can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have experience with my own pets, assisting my sister when she was a dog walked, and walking my neighbors dogs. I am looking for small jobs that work around my schedule as an after school teacher
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting
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Leslie C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Evening And Weekend Care For Your Pets!

Excellent care for dogs, cats, and other pets. Dog walking, pet care while you're on vacation or traveling.
Leslie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

General Pet Care/ Walking/ Sitting/ Transportation/ Etc...

I have many years of experience working with children and pets of all types. My experience with domestic pets includes owning 2 dogs, countless cats and decades of continuous fish in my home. My work history involved the care of dogs, cats, fish, and reptiles. I have been responsible for feeding, vet transportation,...
Kenneth can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
I love animals and I would love to care for yours. The prospect of caring for and working with animal/s is really a dream of mine." Whether it be dog walking or caring for an elderly cat, helping to calm a wily kitten or aiding a dog with anxiety issues, I will treat your animal/s with much respect and love.
Oona can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
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Sierra D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18-30/hr

Lively Pet Sitter/ Walker

Hello! My name is Sierra-Maeve and I'm newer to the general Santa Cruz area. I have been an animal lover my whole love and hope to gain experience in animal/pet care. My experience in taking care of pets is through watching my neighbors dog while growing up and having pets on my own. I'm a very active person so I very much enjoy...
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Jennifer V.


Capitola, CA

$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Dog walking and sitting for the family I nannied for. Two big dogs, made sure to feed and bathe them as well.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Jennifer M.


Soquel, CA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pet Sitting

As a career nanny for many years most of my clients have hired me for pet sitting and or house sitting as well. I am known for my flexible schedule, outgoing personality, great organization skills, lending an extra hand in setting up appliance home repair appointments, collecting all mail, dependable, trustworthy, can follow...
Jennifer can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming

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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Scotts Valley, CA

Gabriel D.

5.0

Gabriel is INCREDIBLE. He raised the bar so high for pet care I'm worried we'll never like anybody else. Our Cavalier was so happy and clean at the end of every session. Gabriel would do long walks and adventures - sometimes two a day!- and give him a bath. He also helped pick up and drop off our...

- Kelland S.

Karen M.

5.0

Karen takes care of my pets regularly. I am gone on the weekends so Karen takes care of my 4 cats and 2 dogs. My younger Pit-bull dogs is large and very energetic. Karen takes the Pit-bull out 2-3x a week for hikes in Henry Cowell, runs on the beach and other adventures. On the days that the...

- Kelly B.

Lilian B.

5.0

She is a very sweet and playful person, she is good with kids of all ages. Very artistic and has a good imagination! I would recommend her she is reliable and always on time.

- Care member

Laura E.

5.0

I would highly recommend Laura to anyone looking for a responsible, caring, and knowledgeable pet sitter. She took amazing care of my two cats and my gecko on short notice, and went above and beyond looking after them!

- Hannah L.

Carolyn M.

5.0

Carolyn was great with two young kids who were not used to being away from their parents. She put them at ease right away and the kids said they had a great time with her!

- Matt P.

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