Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in El Cajon, CA
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Home pet sitting in El Cajon, CA
Sheri K.
El Cajon, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sheri, I am new to San Diego, for the second time. I started babysitting and house/dog sitting at the age of 13. I have 2 grown kids, both living and working in other states after grad school. I love kids, animals and people in general. I have worked with special needs kids in elementary, middle, and high School...
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog sitter, caring for them in home overnight or outside during the day! I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Jessica C.
El Cajon, CA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting in your home or in special cases at my home. I have a dog that is 5 years old, I have had her all 5 years. My parents currently have 4 dogs that occasionally live at the house with my dog and I. We also have horses that we care for. I can provide sitting and/or light grooming/bathing for both.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi my name is Mitzi, I can provide dog sitting in your own home im an experienced dog sitter for over 3 years. I love dogs of all sizes and ages, I can take them to the park beach and hikes im a very active person and love all tyoes of animals and would like to take care of yours.
Jamie Cristal R.
Spring Valley, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Whether you're heading out for a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, I'm here to provide your dog with the love, care, and attention they need while you're away. With two years of experience in both dog sitting and dog walking, I know how to make sure your pup feels right at home!
I offer personalized care that suits each...
Jamie Cristal can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking
Hello, My name is Sarah and I offer in home pet and house sitting. I will come to you so that your beloved pets have the comfort and safety of their home while you're away!
I have owned and worked with animals on and off my whole life and in the past 3 years have been working for family and friends as their trusted pet and...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have always grown up around animals, especially dogs and cats. I have been a pet sitter for 9+ years and have great references that I would love to provide. I love all types, sizes, and breeds of dogs. I would love to hear from you soon and help take care of your fur baby (:
Brandi can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Serena T.
La Mesa, CA
$17-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience dog sitting whether that means I stay at your home and have constant eyes on animals but also can pop in throughout the day!
Serena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have 3+ years of experience working as a kennel tech in a training/boarding setting. I also worked along side police/medical response/and PTSD trainers and cared for their dogs in the kennel. I also have 4+ years of experience with in home personal animal care!
Have specific experience animal care/house sitting with dogs,...
Marisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! Im Shay. I am looking to mend with the community. I grew up having pets in the house, all of which were rescue. We had everything from guinea pigs to large dogs! Now, I have a senior cava-tzu, Woogie!! Before coming here I worked at a local dog kennel/daycare. I am comfy with most breeds and sizes, and am comfy with cats as...
Shaylin can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Is your dog good with other pets and kids? Then we can help. We house and pet sit at your house. Take care of the fur babies, get the mail, receive packages, water the plants. Like its our own home!
Nathalie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
I grew up with a lab and 2 cats my whole life. I love animals! I also have experience with fish and hamsters. I have watched after a few families pets while they were out of town. I can provide pet sitting in your home, I am not allowed to have pets in my home.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Was babysitting cats while family is away on vacation and took care of dogs for hrs until family comes home. I have my own cat and dog. I used to have cocktail but got old unfortunately and missed her so much. I would love to baby sit your babies fur. Just here txt or message. Thank you in advance!
Marites can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Vanessa! With over 6 years of experience, I pride myself on being reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional care for both homes and pets. Whether you need help with pet sitting, housekeeping, or meal prep, you can count on me to handle every task with care and professionalism.
I understand the...
Vanessa can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I had Vanessa watch my cat while I was away for a week and she did an exceptional job. I highly recommend her :)"
Ashley O.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My love for animals has guided me though a variety of wonderful experiences, including 2 decades of experience in pet sitting and care as well as nursing work at veterinary hospitals. I understand that your pets are a treasure, and that they deserve the best care possible, and promise to provide professional, reliable and loving...
Samantha can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, grooming & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Amazing. Great communication, incredibly attentive to my pets needs. And 11/10 pet photo updates "
Care member
Ariel R.
San Diego, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fitness Dog Runner/ Professional Housesitter/ Joyous Task And Personal Fitness Motivator
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have fabulous energy; I use it for incredible creations, transformations and to add Joy sparks to all I do! With a BS degree in Exercise Science, I can not only be your home personal trainer if you need one, but I can TRANSFORM most anything to feel REFRESHED and REVIVED post my presence. House sitting (I will hold your place...
Ariel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
5.0
"We hired Ariel as a house and cat sitter for about a month when we traveled abroad. She took care of cleaning, mail retrieval, plant watering, and our cat, who enjoyed her presence immensely (petting, brushing, and spending some quality time together). Ariel was...
Anna K.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ever since I was a little girl, I've had a deep love for animals. I always dreamed of one day having a big farm where dogs could live happily, never facing life as strays or in shelters. Growing up, my family always considered pets as part of the family. While I was primarily raised with cats, we also had dogs, fish, and birds,...
Delaney can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Delaney was a wonderful babysitter for our infant daughter."
Harold T.
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in El Cajon, CA
Vanessa G.
5.0
I had Vanessa watch my cat while I was away for a week and she did an exceptional job. I highly recommend her :)
- Ashley O.
Samantha F.
5.0
Amazing. Great communication, incredibly attentive to my pets needs. And 11/10 pet photo updates
- Care member
Ariel R.
5.0
We hired Ariel as a house and cat sitter for about a month when we traveled abroad. She took care of cleaning, mail retrieval, plant watering, and our cat, who enjoyed her presence immensely (petting, brushing, and spending some quality time together). Ariel was kind enough to send us regular...
- Anna K.
Delaney W.
5.0
Delaney was a wonderful babysitter for our infant daughter.
- Harold T.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in El Cajon
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in El Cajon, CA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in El Cajon, CA will cost an average of $18.40 per hour as of April 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in El Cajon, CA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from El Cajon, CA on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 5 in home pet sitters in El Cajon, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in El Cajon, CA?
In home pet sitters in El Cajon, CA can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in El Cajon, CA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in El Cajon, CA, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in El Cajon, CA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in El Cajon, CA. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.