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Magali G.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pet Lover

4.9

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I've been around animals since I was a little girl... so basically all my life. I've owned fish, birds, a turtle, cats, doves, pigeons, ducks, rabbits, chickens, geese, and dogs. I started boarding at my home when a friend was down on his luck and needed someone to care for his fur baby. I opened my door to the idea and the rest...
Magali can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Magali was so friendly so caring for my dog oops, sent pictures oops like she said she was.I felt so comfortable on my vacation knowing that oops was being well taken care of. I would highly recommend Magali to all my friends, family I love ones."

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Joanne E.


Alameda, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter/Cats/Overnights

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional cat pet sitter. For the last several years (March, 2014) I have been a dog walker, pet sitter/house sitter for cats and dogs, give oral medications and an animal companion. I love what I do and enjoy every minute of it! I have a calm, non-overreacting personality when reacting to an animals...
Joanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Bonded and insured

5.0
"Joanne has been my cat sitter for the last few years, and she's the best! My cats love her, even my one guy who is afraid of everything and doesn't like to eat. When she comes over, he goes right to her, and she gets him to eat every time. Amazing. She is very...

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Jacqueline V.


Alameda, CA

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

College Student Willing To Help

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a hard-working college graduate from Lehigh University looking to support herself as well as take care of animals. I'd describe my personality as kind, empathetic, and funny! I like working with animals because I just love them. It's something you can't describe, but if you are an animal lover, then you know. I started...
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Jacqui was terrific and we are sad to lose her. Wishing her well after graduation and beyond. "

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Sari H.


Lafayette, CA

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable And Honest

I have been around dogs my entire life, I was a volunteer for 7 years at HSBC and head of the bathing dept. I am comfortable with all sizes/ breeds:)
Sari can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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Corinne W.


Berkeley, CA

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Animal Caregiving

Feeling secure, knowing your beloved companion is going to enjoy the time spent apart makes those separations full of relief for the both of you! Safety, love, and playful creativity is how I engage with every animal. I provide this gentle approach relying on my strong intuitive connection with animals as well as my experience...
Corinne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Alesia M.


Oakland, CA

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pets Rule!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Many of my placements over the years has included families with pets. Responsibilities have included all types of care including pet sitting while owners are away, transporting to and from kenneling, vet appointments, bathroom requests, walks, administering medications, and most of all giving LOVIES!!! I've worked primarily with...
Alesia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Alesia is wonderful! She cared for our four cats while we were gone on vacation. We have never had a pet sitter before and were very worried about it. Alesia kept us informed of each of her visits. She sent pictures and updated on everyone's demeanor, feedings,...

Alyssa D.

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Sofia Y.


Oakland, CA

$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi ! I personally have two pets of my own who I look after with much care and affection. One of my cats was a stray and I helped him off the streets and took him as my own, giving him the best care as ever. With that, I am experienced with deal with skiddish stray cats, he was just a kitten at the time and now he's almost 4...
Sofia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Bonded and insured

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Suzy D.


Belvedere Tiburon, CA

$17-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

With over 20 years of experience in pet boarding, pet sitting, dog training, and dog walking, I am dedicated to ensuring the safety, happiness, and well-being of every animal in my care. Whether it's providing a secure environment for pets while their owners are away, offering structured training, or making daily walks enjoyable...
Suzy can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, boarding
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Katrina J.


Oakland, CA

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dog Lover!

My name is Katrina & I'm a dog & cat lover! I've had experience since my teenage years with pet sitting, and four years of dog walking experience. I'm extremely patient & loving to your fur babies! I have a 9-month-old mixed shepherd of my own :)
Katrina can also help with: Pet walking
What sets me apart from other sitters is the deep bond I've developed with pets over the years. Having cared for my own dog for over 10 years, I understand the unique needs of pets at every stage of life. Whether it's providing extra patience for senior dogs or having experience with training puppies, I focus on personalized...
Amelie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Lauren W.


San Francisco, CA

$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Meet Lauren W, Your Pets New Trusted Companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Lauren, a resident of San Francisco. For the past 10 years I have turned my passion for animals and home care into a rewarding career. My journey began with a simple love for animals, but over the years I have expanded my expertise to include everything from dog walking and plant watering to caring for a variety of...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
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Sarah C.


San Pablo, CA

$20-24/hr • 8 yrs exp

Pup Lover

I have been dog sitting for friends and family for about three years. I love taking dogs for walks and keeping them busy.
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Ciara C.


Martinez, CA

$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

CaI Play With Your Dog?

I have always grown up with many dogs, cats, and birds. Currently live with 4 dogs, 3 cats. Love to go on walks, spending lots of time outside doing yoga, playing fetch, and basic training up keep.
Ciara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Eshal, and I am an undergraduate at UC Davis. As a kid, I always had an interest in animals, so my mother enrolled me in the SF Zoo as a nature trailer. I handled and presented facts about small mammals and exotic animals to the public. During the pandemic, I took in a 1-month-old kitten who is now considered...
Eshal can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
As a dog lover I'm happy to assist in walking or house sitting your furry animals. I have years of experience with different breeds throughout my life. My dog's name is Ramsey and will be 3 in July. As a Great Dane owner, I fell like I've seen it all.
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Hugh M.


Berkeley, CA

$19/hr • 2 yrs exp

Energetic, Enthusiastic, Flexible Schedule.

Lifelong "pet uncle", experienced with cats and dogs but eager to care for any animal. Enthusiastic, respectful, creative. I like working with animals because there is a unique connection to be made when you care for a pet that can be incredibly rewarding. An animal that trusts you will show you a love that is unconditional....
Hugh can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Amy and I am a recent college graduate with a degree in Psychology! I am very friendly, responsible, and love animals!
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Victoria E.


Alameda, CA

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

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I have been petsitting casually for around 6 years for neighbors and family friends including dogs, cats and bunnies. I have 2 cats of my own now and have had a dog in the past for most of my life and have fostered kittens and a bunny. For four years, when I was in high school, I walked an adorable and loving Australian Shepard...
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Gabriela! I am an animal lover, I had 2 American Eskimos for 16 years before they both passed away of old age. I don't own any pets at the moment because I am in college, but my sister has 2 cute cats & my mom has 2 birds so I am very knowledgeable in both areas. I look forward to meeting your furry family members...
Gabriela can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Tamdin D.


Richmond, CA

$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Pet Care

With a deep love for animals and hands-on experience caring for a senior dog, I provide compassionate and attentive pet care services. Whether it's daily walks, feeding, grooming, or simply offering companionship, I ensure pets receive the care, comfort, and affection they deserve. Having spent the last two years looking after...
Tamdin can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, grooming, pet walking

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Albany, CA

Magali G.

4.0

Visiting family member with old dog needed a break. I was happy to see Magali was available

- Care member

Joanne E.

5.0

I hired Joanne to look after my two cats while I was out of town. She’s done that several times now. I always get pictures of my kitties (assuming they come out), and come home to happy cats and clean litter. My cats seem really comfortable with her, which makes me happy. And she is a nice person,...

- Care member

Jacqueline V.

5.0

Jackie was great at dog sitting for us. She stayed overnight and came a few times a day to walk and play. She was dependable and I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a dog sitter.

- Heather D.

Alesia M.

5.0

Alesia is wonderful! She cared for our four cats while we were gone on vacation. We have never had a pet sitter before and were very worried about it. Alesia kept us informed of each of her visits. She sent pictures and updated on everyone's demeanor, feedings, health updates, etc. She made us feel...

- Alyssa D.

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