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 $19/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 2 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: Boarding, pet sitting, 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
Animal lover, experienced with dogs, cats, fish and all sorts of little four-legged friends. Open to reptiles as well, though I don't have much experience with them. We do have one very cool cat at home, but am happy to board so long as the fit is right.
Julie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Julie was the absolute best. Professional, very sweet and communication was great! She took great care of our pup! Thank you! 10/10"
Gabi S.
Sara H.
San Marcos, CA
$16-25/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
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
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 sitting, pet walking
Taylor B.
San Marcos, CA
$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
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: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, 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: Pet walking, boarding, dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
NAPPS 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
$15-20/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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine
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
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I can provide you with references of past pet sitting employers and I have 2 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also perform baths and light grooming if needed.
Kaitlin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
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 sitting, pet walking
Hi! I'm Carmen of All Is Well Pet Care. I'm a caring, responsible, & fun person. I love meeting fur kids and their families. Let's have a Meet & Greet and see if we are a good match!
I started working with animals in 2018 as a volunteer at the local shelter. Later that year, I left the biotech industry and created my pet...
Carmen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Jalesa A.
Carlsbad, CA
$10-20/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: Boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
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: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Amity, and I have extensive experience caring for pets of all kinds. Over the years, I've had the joy of pet sitting for friends and family, and I've also personally rescued and cared for over 10 cats, small animals, and even unconventional pets over my lifetime.
I understand how much pets mean to families,...
Amity can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have grown up with my family dogs my whole life, I have also help our female dog(lily) have her 8 puppies and took care of them until they were ready to go home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Cailyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Cambria G.
Encinitas, CA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been nannying children for about 8 years while also house and animal sitting. I have extensive experience pet sitting cats and also continue to pet sit for a family that has two cats, two, goats, and four ducks. I enjoy being a trusted face for the animals as well as providing peace of mind for the families as they enjoy...
Cambria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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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.
Julie W.
5.0
Julie was the absolute best. Professional, very sweet and communication was great! She took great care of our pup! Thank you! 10/10
- Gabi S.
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 2024, 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 $19.44 per hour as of December 2024. 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 9 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.