Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in San Marcos, CA
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Find home pet sitting in San Marcos, CA that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in San Marcos, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in San Marcos, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had several dogs over my lifetime as well as fostered 65 pups through my home. All ages all sizes and some with behavioral issues!
Tanya can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Tanya and her husband Tom have been absolutely incredible to me and my sweet girl! They are so sweet and would send pictures on occasion to keep my mind at ease. I’ve never left my dog with anyone and now that I’ve met them I can’t imagine taking her anywhere else!...
Emily S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I do not have a dog or had one for over 20 yrs. I just moved to San Marcos from the Boston area in August. I've had several dogs in my life up until my children were in High School. My husband and I Fostered 46 dogs over the past 4 yrs before moving and found their furever homes. I still virtually stay active with the rescue....
Tanya can also help with: Boarding
5.0
"Hired. Wish she had more time.. She has completed everything I requested even when I thought she would not have enough time.. She was on time, followed instructions well. You too will wish she had more time."
Cassandra L.
Megan O.
San Marcos, CA
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello. I am Megan, a 21-year-old prenursing student currently applying to RN programs in the SD area. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and work part-time at a golf course.
I am flexible, reliable, and love to help out. I've grown up dog-sitting and walking, and I have two little family fur babies back at home!
Megan can also help with: Boarding
I am a caring and passionate dog lover (and animal lover), I have had dogs, birds, cats, bunnies, ducks and fish all my life. I volunteer with several dog rescues including Frosted Faces Foundation, Thrive. I do home checks, transport dogs from shelters and foster dogs. I currently do not have any of my own dogs as my last three...
Patricia can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Sara H.
San Marcos, CA
$17-25/hr
Hello! I have had dogs my whole life. I currently have 3 and at most 5 dogs at home in Sacramento. I have pet sit for the past two years and love it! I am a first year student at Cal State San Marcos planning to be a nurse.
Sara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have two years of experiencing dog sitting. I do in-home sitting for long periods of time as well as some dog walking. My pet preference are doggos.
Katia can also help with: Pet sitting
Claire C.
San Marcos, CA
$20-25/hr
Hi! I am a current sophomore at Cal State San Marcos. I have pet sit on multiple occasions for family friends while they are on vacation. I am the biggest animal lover and as a college student who misses her puppies at home, I would love to take care of your fur babies!! I can feed, walk, and stay with your pets for a few hours...
Claire can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Emily, and I am a dedicated animal lover with extensive experience caring for both small and large pets, including those with special needs.
I offer in-home pet sitting, daily visits, dog walking, and special needs care.
I am reliable, trustworthy, and love giving personalized attention to each pet!
I would...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Emily R.
San Marcos, CA
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love to meet new animals! I have been dog sitting and walking for about a year now, sometimes just giving the dog daily walks and sometimes staying at owner's houses for 10 or more nights with their animal. I grew up around all different pets at home and have helped care for and raise them since I was just a little girl.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Ella W.
San Marcos, CA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ella, i'm a first year college student at San Marcos. I have grown up around animals my whole life living on a small ranch in northern California. I have three dogs at my own at home. I have about a year of consistent dog sitting, but I have done drop ins throughout my entire high school career.
Ella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm a retired nurse and have had cats and dogs on and off for my entire life. A lot of my medical experience has been used to spot issues in and/or treat my pets and my friend's pets.
I have an open schedule with very little responsibility that allows me to enjoy the work I take on. I believe that our pets are family and a...
Tamara can also help with: Pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a huge animal lover and have grown up taking care of cats and dogs.
I started pet sitting part time in 2020, and have had the pleasure of caring for over 70+ furry friends, each with their own unique needs and personalities. From chickens, to anxious cats to a Collie with a heart murmur, to a Boxer with a tumor, and even...
Cala can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Taylor B.
San Marcos, CA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Taylor! I Am Patient And Love Animals More Than Anything In This World.
Hi! I'd be happy to help! A little about me:
I started working with animals when I was young, I used to pet sit for friends and family as a teenager and about 10 or so years ago I started walking and pet sitting more frequently.
I currently volunteer with Frosted Faces- a non profit organization that takes in senior dogs and...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there. My name is Carol and I have over 20 years of experience in handling animals. My services are: Boarding -Pet Hotel/Pet day care/ensure pets are given requisite amount of exercise and play time. -In-home pet care -Dog walks and hikes -Sitting and overnight stays -Elderly and Special needs pets -Pet transportation....
Carolina can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Carolina takes great care of dogs, and I feel very confident when I have to leave my dog Zak with her. He loves to stay and play there!"
Juliana P.
Ronda U.
Vista, CA
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm the mother of a brand new puppy named Liberty and 7. 5 yr old lab, auntie to a 2yr old lab.. and I dog sit all over the world! I'm good with dogs in need of lots of exercise and activity, love to snuggle the quieter, slower pups and make sure everyone feels loved and well cared for at the end of my stay. Please reach out...
Ronda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a big heart for animals and would love to provide sitting in your own home! I have grown up with dogs of my own and have had experience goat, sheep, and horse sitting as well! I can also provide taking to the dog park or on walks.
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Emy. I love animals. I have a dog of my own and also volunteer at a cat rescue and have been since 2018. I have been animal sitting since 2016.
Please note: due to having my own dog, I am not willing to board animals in my home.
My rates are as followed:
30 min walk- $17.
60 min walk- $30.
Overnight sitting (per...
Emerald can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I provide dog sitting in your own home and can also provide dog walking as needed. I provide my own transportation and I am responsible, easy to communicate with and very reliable. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jalesa A.
Carlsbad, CA
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Jalesa, I am 21 years old and recently moved to Oakland, CA with my sister. I have a few different experiences caring for pets. My first experience is feeding a turtle, guinea pigs, and lizard while my friends are on vacation. I also have my own active cat at home, and love him dearly. My most recent experience...
Jalesa can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting
I've been pet sitting almost as long as I've been nannying and care giving. I love cats and dogs equally.
I am insured for all pet sitting and dog walking in your home or mine.
I can take small dogs in my home and am happy to watch yours in your home.
I can provide references and reviews from clients in Encinitas, Los...
Sage can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in San Marcos, CA
Tanya R.
5.0
Tanya and her husband Tom have been absolutely incredible to me and my sweet girl! They are so sweet and would send pictures on occasion to keep my mind at ease. I’ve never left my dog with anyone and now that I’ve met them I can’t imagine taking her anywhere else! I could not recommend them enough!
- Emily S.
Tanya R.
5.0
Hired. Wish she had more time.. She has completed everything I requested even when I thought she would not have enough time.. She was on time, followed instructions well. You too will wish she had more time.
- Cassandra L.
Carolina G.
5.0
Carolina takes great care of dogs, and I feel very confident when I have to leave my dog Zak with her. He loves to stay and play there!
- Juliana P.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in San Marcos
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in San Marcos, CA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in San Marcos, CA will cost an average of $20.08 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 San Marcos, CA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from San Marcos, 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 13 in home pet sitters in San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, CA?
In home pet sitters in San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, CA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, CA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in San Marcos, 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.