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*Your Trusted Pet Care Team*
Hello! We're Kristen and Nicholas, a husband-wife team dedicated to caring for pets. With our two small dogs and experience with special needs animals, including those with IVDD, we offer:
Pet Sitting: Drop-ins and overnight care.
Dog Walking: Tailored exercise for happy, healthy pets.
Boarding &...
Kristen can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
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"Kristen has a great understanding and affection of pets. Her attention to their well being is event in all she does. She's a wonderful person and easy to get along with, flexible and dependable. I'm very happy to see how well my dogs have come to enjoy her...
Mark I.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Look no further for the perfect dog care solution! I offer comprehensive dog sitting services, tailored to your preferences. Whether you prefer your furry friend to stay comfortably at your home or mine, I've got you covered. Alongside exceptional dog walking services, I take immense joy in caring for dogs of all sizes and ages,...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, dog training
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"Sarah is so friendly and dependable. She is also very kind. Everyone is drawn to her positive personality!"
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5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would love to care for your fur baby! I'm originally from the Chicago suburbs and am currently living in Glendale. I fell in love with animals, especially dogs having grown up with four pugs back home. I don't currently own pets myself, but I treat all the animals I look after with the same love and attention as if they were...
Nick can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
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"Nick is a dog whisperer! He is extremely loving and attentive and will treat your fur baby like one of his own. "
Andrea I.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for 2 dogs every few weeks for the past 6 months. We have walked together, ran together, played fetch together and even enjoyed some late night star gazing together before our sleepovers commenced (yes-I am being serious). The dogs tend to be scared when left home alone, so I always spend the night with them when...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had pets all my life. I do rescue work with various organizations, fostering cats and kittens in need of homes. I personally have 2 dogs (small terrier mix and a lab mix) and 1 cat currently. They are all comfortable with other dogs coming and going. I will never be without pets in my home! I do pet sitting in my home,...
Hedy can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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"Excellent. Can't say enough good things."
Scott B.
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(5)
I'm an empath. Relatable, reliable and caring for man and beast. My work with pets is a labor of love. I prefer the time I spend with pets to be meaningful, valued and enjoyable. I'm responsible and trustworthy.
In 2017 a colleague asked me if I would be willing to house/pet sit for him during a two week trip to Europe. This...
Leon can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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"I trust Leon implicitly. I know when I leave my dogs with him that he will do everything to make sure they are happy and cared for. My dogs adore him! He send me pics nightly and they are all tucked into the bed together. It's ridiculous how much my dogs adore him....
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5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there ! My name is Kennedy and I absolutely love animals ! In my own home I have three terrier mixes and have had cats in the past . I work for LA County Parks and Recreation with barnyard animals, I have been here for 6 years. Some animals I work with are as followed : pot belly pigs, horses, deer, donkey, alpacas, chickens,...
Kennedy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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"She is very loving to my cat & sends me pictures. I'm so very happy with her as a cat sitter & will definitely hire her again !"
Martha H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature woman with years experience with dogs and cats. I worked at the Humane Society in Glendale for a few years, awhile back. I learned compassion for all kinds of animals coming from so many different backgrounds. I provide dog/dog walker, and cat/dog sitting at my home, overnight care or I can come to your home. I...
Laurie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
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"Laurie is the definition of dependable! She treated my father like family, even sleeping sitting up one night so she would not miss him calling for her if he needed anything after a surgery. She is such a delight that I always looked forward to seeing her. She was...
Natasha L.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Barbara. I'm 25 years old.
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I like walking, talking and playing with them. I think they are like angels, I have two of my own and I love them more then anything. I would love to help and give them love and my attention. I Can also...
Barbara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, dog training
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I provide dog sitting at your home and dog walking. I m happy to bathe and do nail trims as well. I have experience with all of the above, as we administering medications and first aid. My knowledge comes from 2 years of kennel tech experience at a fine boarding facility, and plenty of dog sitting and ownership experience. I...
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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"Nicole takes care of my two dogs, one which I share with my ex boyfriend who lives in a completely different part of town but she makes great effort to accommodate us as clients. She has always been reliable and our dogs absolutely love her! She takes care of them...
Christina A.
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Hello my name is Melissa , my first job ever was at a petting zoo in my home town in Hawaii. When I moved out here to cali I started dog sitting/walking for about 8 friends/co workers, who can give you a reference upon request. I've dog sat for big pit bulls down to mini small dogs, experience with husky, and beagle, Teri, and...
Melissa can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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"Melissa has watched my dog several times and Cash is always happy to have her pet sit. She's reliable, kind, loving and continuously sends me photos and videos of them playing etc while I am away. I will continue to hire Melissa in the future and have referee her...
Ashlee B.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, open
I like working with animals because they are window into the soul. I've had dogs my entire life. I love discovering a connection with them to understand there needs and wants but also watch there personalities flourish.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible, part-time and...
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"She really cares about animals, and it shows. She's very dependable, which is great because it means I can relax and not worry. My dog, Bird is always so happy to see her!"
Kristen F.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Allow me to introduce myself. I hail from the scenic town of Pebble Beach, CA, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business from Pepperdine University in Malibu in 2018. Following my academic pursuits, I embarked on a professional journey obtaining my Series 7 license and delving into the realm of private wealth management,...
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"Taylor is the smartest, most comfortable person to be around. My dog Milo loves her, my wife never wants her to leave and our cat follows her back into our car. She is a kind and caring soul. She is patient and always on time. She brings our animals birthday and...
John A.
Gabriella D.
Pacific Palisades, CA
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have been around dogs my entire life and have learned to take great care of them. I have 4 dogs and a horse of my own at home. I love animals and enjoy every minute I am with them! I can feed, walk, and even brush your pets if you would like me to!
Gabriella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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"Bella was so awesome! She showed up on time and stayed as long as we needed her, my dogs loved her -adored her! I would totally hire her again. We got to really enjoy our vacation and the neighbors got some peace and quiet because our dogs weren't frantic that we...
Melissa E.
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I have several years of experience walking and taking exceptionally good care of dogs & cats I have excellent references to provide from past & current clients. I also am involved in Greyhound rescue group finding homes for greyhounds who have come off the tracks. My love for dogs & cats is unconditional. I am reliable &...
Deborah can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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"Deborah has been helping me with my greyhounds for many years. She has walked, fed and watched them whenever I need her. There are not many people I would trust my babies to. I would highly recommend her services."
Cathy J.
I have had a cat and dog in my house my whole life. My dad is a now retired Veterinarian, so I grew up caring for and spending time with animals in his practice. I learned a lot from him at work but also caring for our own pets; I've had 3 dogs and 2 cats!
I also worked for a summer as a dog walker, walking 2 dogs at a time -...
Hannah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
If your pets need some TLC while you're away, I'm here to help! I offer cozy overnight stays in your home, making sure your pets feel comfy and secure. I also provide boarding for friendly dogs, with my own pets ready to welcome them.
I love taking pets on scenic hikes, so if your furry friends are adventurous, I'd be happy to...
Dominique can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I provide dog sitting and/or walking either in your home or mine, whichever you prefer. I have owned dogs my entire life and love caring for them and making them feel loved & special.
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Hello, I'm Jessica and I'm a crazy dog lover. I previously had two dogs, one boxer/ lab mix and one pit bull, and right now have one huge back lab, so I am not afraid of big dogs, I love them! But I am also able to care for smaller breeds as well. I am able to take dogs for walks, hikes or even just feed or care for them within...
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Alison O.
Los Angeles, CA
$17-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been caring for animals/pet sitting for seven years and love all animals! Currently I am a full time nanny, so I am available to help with all of your pet care needs anytime after 5:30 M-F, or from 10:00am-5:00 p.m. during weekends. Ideally I would love to find a family who needs someone to feed/love on/walk their pets...
Alison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Sylmar, CA
Kristen P.
5.0
Kristen has a great understanding and affection of pets. Her attention to their well being is event in all she does. She's a wonderful person and easy to get along with, flexible and dependable. I'm very happy to see how well my dogs have come to enjoy her visits and direction. I'm very...
- Mark I.
Sarah B.
5.0
I couldn’t be more happier with the exceptional care Sarah shows my dog! Sarah went above and beyond to make sure my dog Buddy, was taken care of and shown a bunch of love! She constantly kept in contact updating me with plenty of pictures, so I could see how good of a time he was having with her. I...
- Care member
Nick B.
5.0
Nick is a dog whisperer! He is extremely loving and attentive and will treat your fur baby like one of his own.
- Andrea I.
Hedy K.
5.0
Excellent. Can't say enough good things.
- Scott B.
Leon S.
5.0
I trust Leon implicitly. I know when I leave my dogs with him that he will do everything to make sure they are happy and cared for. My dogs adore him! He send me pics nightly and they are all tucked into the bed together. It's ridiculous how much my dogs adore him. We also have quite a complicated...
- Care member
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Sylmar
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Sylmar, CA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Sylmar, CA will cost an average of $18.00 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 Sylmar, CA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Sylmar, 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 1 in home pet sitters in Sylmar, 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 Sylmar, CA?
In home pet sitters in Sylmar, 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 Sylmar, CA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Sylmar, 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 Sylmar, CA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Sylmar, 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.