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51 home pet sitting are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years

Home pet sitting in Santa Cruz, CA

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Mary S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp

Pet Sitting, Dog Walking

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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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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: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
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"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.

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Jocelyn F.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18-24/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caring Dog Sitter/walker

I provide dog sitting in your own home or possibly my own depending on the size of the dog and length of stay. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming when needed.
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
have three cats at home and am looking to cat sit for anyone on vaction and do the daily choirs, provide them food and water, clean the litter box, and give them ample attention and care
Claire can also help with: Pet sitting
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Emelia B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

I provide pet sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner who has owned cats, dogs, rats, and more! I value integrity, professionalism, and timeliness. I understand that each pet has their own unique personality, needs, and wants and I am happy to help facilitate that care while you are away. I have experience...
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Eliza F.


Santa Cruz, CA

$19-22/hr

Pet Sitter/Walker

Hi! I'm a college student studying at sjcc for psychology. I love taking care of pets! I've always grown up with dogs and cats in my home. I don't have any pets right now so I would look forward to spending time with yours and taking care of them! :)
Eliza can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, I am back home for college and looking for jobs! I have two dogs of my own and have experience sitting and walking dogs.
Misha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

NAPPS Certified

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Anya K.


Santa Cruz, CA

$24-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am an experienced pet sitter with a lot of energy for playing with and caring for dogs! I have had many of my own animals- chickens, dogs; lamos and rodents to name a few, and am very capable of caring for all kinds of dogs. My experience with lambs and horseback riding has made me comfortable dealing with unexpected...
Anya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Elyssa D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$13-18/hr

Experienced Pet Sitter

My name is Elyssa I am a full time college student home for the summer looking to fuel my love of animals by watching some pets in my free time. I am super loving, and experienced with caring for animals.
Elyssa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Diana H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I Love Animals !

I've been working and surrounded by animals since birth. Ive been working at bed and biscuits for a year now and experienced many bits / dog fights and still love working there because I am every passionate on work with animals. I own a blue nose pit bull and know the hate people give about different breeds but to be honest dog...
Diana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

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Natalie B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced animal sitter and house sitter. I have owned pets for the past five years and been pet sitting for 4 years. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, rodents, and reptiles. I am also more than happy to assist with house-sitting duties besides pet care, such as plant care, taking out the trash, or even taking in the...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Alex A.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I provide cat/ dog sitting in your own home! I have experience in dog handling, leash training and countless hours of volunteer work at local animal shelters. I worked for Woofpack831, a local social club for pets! Through woofpack & volunteering I've learned the ins and outs of animal care. I love all animals, big or small, old...
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Phoebe B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello there! I am sophomore at the University of Santa Cruz and I am home for the summer looking for work! I've grown up with dogs and cats and have experience with dog sitting and cat sitting. I absolutely adore being around animals and I would love to meet and work with your animals!
Phoebe can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Debra G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Petsitter/ Property Caretaker/ Farm Care

I provide overnight pet sitting in your home. I can also do "drop-ins" while you are at work or have a long day away from home. I also have experience with horses, chickens, farm animals and more! I own a pony! I am at the stables everyday taking care of him and several other horses. I do get paid for it and I love it! I have...
Debra can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Dillon T.


Santa Cruz, CA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Always Available Part-Time Pet Care Provider With Very Flexible Schedule

Hi, I am 33 years old. I have experience in looking after house pets of any type. I am always on time, always professional and will take your animals health and safety seriously just as I would my own. I am very familiar with big dogs and fragile small dogs as well as cats. Ive grown up with both cats and dogs my whole life. My...
Dillon can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Arika B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Pet Care Provider

I provide dog & cat sitting in your own home. I have had pets my entire life & am very experienced and comfortable with all cats and dogs.
Arika can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Ruby A.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

If you need a helping hand with dog walking, overnight pet care, or daily check ins during time away from the home, I am happy to help! I grew up caring for three wonderful pups and a cat. However, I have experience pet-sitting dogs and cats of all ages, sizes, and energy-levels :) Words to Describe Me! I'd describe myself as...
Ruby can also help with: Pet sitting
I provide cat sitting in your home. I have an adult tabby cat myself and love spennding time with furry friends. I can clean litter box, feed, and play with your cat while you are away.
I am available for those busy dog owners who love their canine companions dearly but do not always have the time to care for all of their needs. I love dogs! Since the day I was born there was always a dog in my home. Unfortunately, at the time I am unable to have a furry companion of my own and would love the opportunity to...
Veronica can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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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 walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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"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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Home Pet Sitting in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 51 listed home pet sitting.