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462 pet care are listed in San Jose, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in San Jose, CA
5.0
(3)
Hello! I have many years of experience caring for various animals and have enjoyed getting to know each one. They all have a special place in my heart and I look forward to helping more families :)
Tracy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Tracy has become such a wonderful and dependable help with my precious chihuahua named Goose! She has been helping care for Goose since I got him as a puppy 3 years ago. Goose is always so much happier and calmer after spending time with Tracy and I would highly...
Kaylee L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Alejandra and I am a college student. Besides being a babysitter over the years I have also become a pet sitter as well. For pet parents I have been working with animals over six years and I have experience with small and big animals. I have had the opportunity to house sit while the parents go off on vacation...
Alejandra can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding & more
5.0
"Alejandra, was trusted to take care of my dog for a week while I was gone. At the last minute she got my parents dog as well. Both dogs were loved and taken care of while I was gone."
Michelle V.
Siris P.
San Jose, CA
$33/hr • 7 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Lover Available For Daily Walks, House Setting, And Pet Companionship.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a big dog & cats at home which I love interacting with. I have experience taking care of big and small dogs and cats and also house sitting. I also have a lot of experience with small kids including babies. I am a friendly person who is open-minded and willing to help.
Can contact me anytime you are in need of help with...
Siris can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"She is a sincere caring person who is on time and cares about people and animals,she also is very trustworthy and dependable and has never let me down and would recommend her to all that need good service at a fair price.
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Charles B.
5.0
(1)
I have vet tech and pet grooming training. I have owned and/or cared for dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, chinchillas and other small animals, birds and reptiles. I have been a volunteer with a Animal Care and Control. I currently own a French Bulldog and have a foster Chihuahua and her 2 puppies. I will care for your pets and...
Mona can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have 5 years experience as a dog walker and sitter. I love caring for pets and can offer dependable loving care for your furry family members.
Ivy can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Thanks Ivy for all your help with meal prepping and taking care of my two cute dogs!"
Karen J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently have 2 pets of my own I have a dachshund named mocha and a kitten named ghost. I have been a dog walker before for two family. I have worked with mostly small and medium sized dogs but I wouldn't mind helping with bigger dogs if you are okay with the idea of me being new to them. I love any fur babies and enjoy...
Judith can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Judith did a great job taking care of our pets while we were out of town. She is very caring and responsible - a great Petsitter!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as honest and active, responsable
I like working with animals because I love the connection we can have with the animals, the beautiful energy they give us and the beautiful company and love they offer us in exchange for us taking care of them
I started working with animals when I had my First pets...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Yo si quisiera que Laura me ayudara con el cuidado de mis perritos porque la alegría que ella tiene se las trasmite y llegan a la casa tranquilos, su responsabilidad es única."
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am pet lover. Love take a care any pet sitter. I had experienced pet sitter or walking many years. I'm looking forward to take pet sitter and walking will enjoy!
Alisha can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, boarding & more
4.0
"I interviewed Alisha in person at my home to show her what needed to be done. She was punctual for the interview. She was a little late for the first job, but made up for it. I will definitely hire her again."
Andree P.
Matheus C.
San Jose, CA
$19-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dog Walking, Daily Visits, Potty Breaks, Dog Park Trips, Pet Taxi, Dog Beach Trips, Overnights.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've taken care of dogs and farm animals since I was 15, when I used to live in Brazil. After I came to America I started working as an assistant for a pet day care. I had to move far away from the day care so now I'm looking for pet sitting and dog walking.
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, very friendly and...
Matheus can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training & more
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Matheus stayed and took care of my two dogs and parakeets for 4 days when I needed to leave town. He has a true love for animals and took wonderful care of my dogs. I feel very lucky to have found him and would recommend him to anyone who needs a pet sitter"
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am a freshman at UCSC and looking for extra work to help pay for college. I have a very active 10 y/o red lab named dude and he is so cute! I love all animals, especially dogs and cats. I love taking my dog on walks and have house sat for people with both dogs and cats before. I am passionate about my animals always having the...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Darren and I am a Dog & Cat lover and animal enthusiast. I have a lot of experience with all types of dogs and enjoy getting to know different types of Dog personalities. I have been told by many people that I have a presence that puts animals at ease and thus am able to connect relatively quickly with them. I have...
Darren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I can't recommend Darren enough as a dog sitter! He won me over when he watched my senior dog with multiple health medications – I was so nervous leaving them with anyone, but Darren put my mind at ease. He was fantastic with my older cat as well. Now that I...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a background of sitting both cats and dogs. I have preformed sleep-over sits with 2, 3, and 6 dog households as well as with 2 cat households. I also have experience with multi-day short check-ins with animals and houseplants.
Shauna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Shauna was very kind to my 5 dogs, where most people would be overwhelmed she treated them with the most care possible. I would absolutely hire Shauna to watch my dogs again."
Gabriella C.
Diane W.
San Jose, CA
$28/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. I'm Diane. I have been a paid dog walker since February of 2019. (Because of family issues involving Covid 19, I took about 14 months off.)
I have developed a real love for all dogs. Big, small, high energy, mellow, they're all precious!
It is so fun to see all the dogs' personalities come out during our walks!
I talk...
Diane can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"I trust Diane with my dog and I'm very cautious about anyone who I'd let walk my dog! My dog is like my child, and I'm very pleased to say that she does a great job with her. She is attentive to her and let's her sniff and enjoy her walk. She doesn't rush...
Karen F.
Kenia R.
San Jose, CA
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I can take care of your best friend, I just know the basic, always looking for new experiences and adventures. I normally bring my youngest daughter along. Pet sitter
Kenia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sonja G.
San Jose, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(24)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I Love Pet Sitting. I've been a Pet Sitter over 10 years. There are times when I do daily visits or I sleep over and take are of the pets while the owners are on vacation.
I currently live South Side San Jose between Santa Teresa Blvd - Snell Avenue - Dunn Ave
I provide: Potty break for dogs, I walk them around the block...
Sonja can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sonja is great ! We were on vacation a few weeks ago and we hired Sonja to take care 4 dogs at my house. Sonja was in-tuned with everything that was going on. Sonja took pictures, videos and was in contact with us well we were out of the country everyday ! I have...
Care member
Heather R.
San Jose, CA
$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.8
(17)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Heather! I am 28 years old and graduated college. I am an audio engineer that is focused on making music, but I've always had a heart for caregiving. I am looking to be a full time nanny! I've had lots of experience with children growing up and around 8 years of professional childcare experience! I have done...
Heather can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Heather has been an amazing asset to our community. She is caring and kind and always puts safety at the forefront of her interactions. She is highly developed in social-emotional communication and restorative justice. She is highly creative and enthusiastic. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Loving play with dogs and cats, your pets will be in a good care with me, I had a dog in the past before I moved I really miss it.
Amparo can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Pelaar is very personable, energy, energetic and capable of a wide variety of tasks. We are senior citizens. In addition to routine household tasks, she has (1) organized, scanned and labelled family photos, (2) planted a succulent garden and (3) helped dissemble a...
Kay G.
Allan G.
San Jose, CA
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey there my mom and I love taking care of dogs, we live in apartments and take care of most of them that live here, we would take good care of yours too.
I like working with animals because they all have different types of personalities and love their company.
Allan can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Allan's pet care skills are truly commendable, As someone who values their furry friends, he created a safe and nurturing environment, his commitment to the well-being of pets is evident. I highly recommend Allan for anyone seeking a caring and responsible pet...
Adrian M.
Arlene M.
San Jose, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I presently am fostering a cat. I had to put my cat of 14 years to sleep over a year ago. I decided I wanted to try pet sitting and have dog sat for people, staying at their place. If you need recommendations I can have the parties contact you if you like. Thank you for your consideration.
Arlene can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Knowing my dog (Kona) was going to be well taken care while I was on vacation made my vacation enjoyable and worried free. Not to mention all the love Arlene gave her. "
Care member
Hannah A.
San Jose, CA
$28/hr
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Hannah! I love love love animals. I'm here to help take care of your animals! I'm open to sitting at your house or bring them to my own house and sitting them there! I have a dog of my own and she is a very sweet and friendly basset hound named Olive. I would love to be your pet sitter!
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in San Jose, CA
Tracy L.
5.0
I am so thankful for the help and care that Tracy has provided in caring for our older Jack Russel terrier named Mia. She comes 3x a week to spend time with Mia and walk her, and we are eternally grateful for that! Mia is precious to us and we wouldn't trust her care to anyone besides Tracy!
- Pat D.
Alejandra C.
5.0
Alejandra, was trusted to take care of my dog for a week while I was gone. At the last minute she got my parents dog as well. Both dogs were loved and taken care of while I was gone.
- Michelle V.
Siris P.
5.0
She is a sincere caring person who is on time and cares about people and animals,she also is very trustworthy and dependable and has never let me down and would recommend her to all that need good service at a fair price.
- Charles B.
Ivy H.
5.0
Thanks Ivy for all your help with meal prepping and taking care of my two cute dogs!
- Karen J.
Judith M.
5.0
Judith did a great job taking care of our pets while we were out of town. She is very caring and responsible - a great Petsitter!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in San Jose, CA
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in San Jose, CA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $19.92 per hour as of December 2024. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in San Jose, CA?
There are 462 pet care providers in San Jose, CA offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from San Jose or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in San Jose, CA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in San Jose, CA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around San Jose, CA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in San Jose, CA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in San Jose, CA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around San Jose, CA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in San Jose, CA?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in San Jose, CA, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in San Jose, CA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in San Jose, CA, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.
Ratings for San Jose, CA pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Pet Care in San Jose, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 170 reviews of the 462 listed pet care.