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48 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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking for reliable pet sitting and walking services? Look no further! I offer personalized care for your furry friends, ensuring they receive the attention and exercise they need while you're away. With years of experience and a genuine love for animals, I provide services that include daily walks, feeding, playtime, and...
Charlotte can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lauren M.
Los Gatos, CA
$38-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a pet sitter that will walk, feed, play with your pets. I have been pet sitting for about 10+ years. I have lots of references. I have watched dogs, cats, horses, etc. I do stay at the home to make the pets more comfortable. Looking forward to chatting.
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
I love animals and am experienced in caring for various pets, primarily dogs and cats. Over the past year, I have dog sat for one of my family's dogs several times for a week or more at a time. I really enjoy having the opportunity in taking care of animals and being able to support families during travels or other commitments...
Hello, I am looking for a job to dog sit or walk. I have 3 dogs myself ( 2 Yorkies and an Aussie) I love to go for walks and to care for animals. I do not mind pet sitting in my home if needed. Contact me for any more questions!
Brianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Natalie M.
Aptos, CA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have taken care of animals my whole life. In the past I have owned dogs, cats, reptiles, rodents, and aquatic pets. Before leaving for school, back home I was a house/ pet sitter for multiple families. I have a special place in my heart for animals and would be so happy to share the love with your pet!
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training
Ella M.
Aptos, CA
$17-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Ella! Let Me Know If You Have Any Questions For Me :)
I am a student with a part-time job and a decent amount of free time, and I am looking to fill it up by taking care of animals. I grew up with animals in my home, and through years of pet-sitting for friends and family, I am confident in my experience. I am comfortable walking, feeding, and pet sitting, and I enjoy spending time...
Ella can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Isolde A.
San Jose, CA
$18-23/hr
Hello! My name is Isolde, and I'm a current undergraduate student at NYU. I am from California, where I've babysat, taken care of my younger sibling, raised and taken care of multiple cats and fish, and lifeguarded. I am CPR certified and communicative, and love arts and crafts, cooking, and being outdoors! I'm patient and kind...
Isolde can also help with: Pet sitting
Brisa R.
Capitola, CA
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide great dog sitting/cat sitting in your own home. I have had pets of my own my entire life that I take great care of and take on that responsibility as my own. Feel free to reach out!
Brisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Santa Cruz
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Santa Cruz, CA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Santa Cruz, CA will cost an average of $18.88 per hour as of March 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Santa Cruz, 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 17 in home pet sitters in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
In home pet sitters in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA home pet sitting listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Pet Sitting in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 48 listed home pet sitting.