Find Trusted Pet Sitters in San Diego, CA
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Find pet sitters in San Diego, CA that you’ll love
549 pet sitters are listed in San Diego, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in San Diego, CA
Jennifer R.
San Diego, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Upbeat And Energetic Dog Walker And Occasional Availability For Dog Sitting :)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello fellow dog lovers! I have had fur family my whole life! I trained my first dog when I was in second grade when my parents surprised me with a golden retriever puppy so that I would stop bringing lizards, insects and stray animals into the house. I have over 20 years experience pet sitting and dog waking and have provided...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"Jennifer has been an absolute Godsend. She is so patient, and kind, and intuitive. I see her as a young, modern day Marry Poppins. She has been a most valued addition to my village. My two boys look forward to her arrival and get along famously with her kiddo....
Sally D.
Chloe O.
San Diego, CA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have dog sat many times and would love to dog sit here in Bozeman! I miss my puppies I have at home and would love to take care of some!
Chloe can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(6)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I have been dog-sitting for more than 10 years, I love every minute of it. I've had three dogs, two Rottweilers and a chihuahua/Pomeranian. I know how to handle all sizes, from small to large breeds. I also know how to handle pets if they are rough or gentle. I'm responsible and trustworthy, I wouldn't let anything happen to...
Wendy can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I was out of town visiting family and my cat had gotten sick unexpectedly, the sitter I had previously wasn't comfortable caring for him and giving him medication that he needed after so I hired Wendy! It was really short notice but she was ready to go and...
Victoria H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience, and I'm currently enrolled in Animal Behavioral College with a 100% accuracy on my Pet First Aid final. I can help with Grooming, Pet Sitting, Pet Walking, Giving Oral Medication, and Occasional In and Out of house Boarding. I would love to get to know you and your fur babies!
Alexis can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Super friendly and energetic! Really knows how to make a personal connection! Loved her!!"
Care member
Audrey M.
San Diego, CA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Cat And Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care. Available Also For In-home/overnight Care.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate pet lover with a wealth of experience in pet sitting. For 7 years, I've been dedicated to providing loving and attentive care to pets whether it's dogs or cats (I've a 2. 5 years old cat and a puppy). I enjoy building strong bonds with each animal under my care.
My services include pet feeding, drop in visits,...
Audrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Audrey is a very gentle and kind person, who knows how to deal with children and pets.
She is determined, hardworking, and polite.
I highly recommend her!"
Marcia N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Dulce, I have worked as a pet sitter for about three years. I love working with pets and have a dog of my own. I will give your pet all my love and attention as if it were my own. I can perform baths and groom your pups hair.
Dulce can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Ever since I can remember I have been around a variety of animals from cats, dogs, hamsters, birds and lizards and some times it was all at once and some times it was a combination of some. But with that being said when I was able to work professionally with animals I had the opportunity to be able and is still able to provide...
Justeen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sasha . I was raised on 10 acres with many animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, goats and horses.
Sasha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I worked for both sitting and walks.
I am currently fostering two cats from Zoey's Rescue but they've been adopted and are set to leave on May 24th.
I have references from families in LA as well who I've done occasional sittings for.
Sahar can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a recent UC Davis graduate who loves to connect with families and provide support. As a pet sitter, I have experience with large and small dogs, as well as cats, rabbits, chickens, and more!
I respect COVID-conscious families and have been fully vaccinated with Moderna since May 2021.
Molly can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Molly is awesome. She cared for my dog and cat while I was gone for four nights. My husband is partially disabled. She helped him walk the dog and feed the cat every evening.I will definitely ask her for help when I need it next time. I highly recommend her."
Stephanie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover and I am happy to exercise with or care for your pets while you are away. I grew up with dogs as pets my whole life. I am always looking for new animals to walk or care for and I'm also able to do outings (dog park, dog beach, etc.) with your dogs. I have experience house sitting as well so I don't mind...
Whitney can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Amy A.
San Diego, CA
$17-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I grew up with 2 dogs and 4 cats and have always taken any opportunity to dog or cat sit for friends, colleagues, and family members in the area, including feeding, walking, boarding, and of course, play time!
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Amy is the most punctual person I've ever met. She is accountable and responsible and I have trusted her several times to take care of my cat. She has done a wonderful job and has gone above and beyond each time. I would absolutely recommend Amy for any kind of...
Alyssa K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am an animal lover and a compassionate, patient, and responsible animal caregiver. I have cared for families with children, the elderly and their pets on this site and off for more than 10 years. I've decided to add a separate animal care profile since I am loving the four legged furry family members just as much as the...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Laura was very kind, professional, responsive, and seemed passionate and knowledgeable about what she was doing. I would not hesitate to hire her again in the future."
Mark J.
Joy H.
San Diego, CA
$20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Devyn F.
San Diego, CA
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love dogs more than anything and fall in love with them instantly! If you need a dog walker/sitter, please contact me! I have dog sat in the past and love it however, I am not able to keep any dogs in my house due to a family member with allergies. I can also perform baths and light grooming.
Devyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ever since I was a little girl, I've had a deep love for animals. I always dreamed of one day having a big farm where dogs could live happily, never facing life as strays or in shelters. Growing up, my family always considered pets as part of the family. While I was primarily raised with cats, we also had dogs, fish, and birds,...
Delaney can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Delaney was a wonderful babysitter for our infant daughter."
Harold T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a dog walker for the past year. I have also boarded many dogs, and done sittings for cats and dogs. I have grown up around many animals. I have had golden retrievers and a Cavachon. I recently rescued a Colorado Mountain Dog named Maggie. I love going on long walks, throwing a ball, or just spending time with...
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rhona and I'm 26 and from Ireland. I've had pets growing up my whole life with one dog named Monty for 15 years. I love dogs and they love me! I've experience dog sitting my friends and neighbors dogs over the past few years and I love it! Who couldnt love looking after dogs for a living?!
Rhona can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Ariel R.
San Diego, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fitness Dog Runner/ Professional Housesitter/ Joyous Task And Personal Fitness Motivator
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have fabulous energy; I use it for incredible creations, transformations and to add Joy sparks to all I do! With a BS degree in Exercise Science, I can not only be your home personal trainer if you need one, but I can TRANSFORM most anything to feel REFRESHED and REVIVED post my presence. House sitting (I will hold your place...
Ariel can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"We hired Ariel as a house and cat sitter for about a month when we traveled abroad. She took care of cleaning, mail retrieval, plant watering, and our cat, who enjoyed her presence immensely (petting, brushing, and spending some quality time together). Ariel was...
Anna K.
5.0
(1)
I can provide dog and cat sitting services in your home. I love dogs, cats of all sizes and ages. For 18 years I lived with and cared for a minimum of 1 cat and 1 dog as part of my family, though usually it was more. I am comfortable with feeding, walking, waste cleanup, washing, administering medication with food, and some...
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding
5.0
"Megan is a smart, reliable and trustworthy person. Being a neighbor of Megan and like a second mother I know her excellent work ethic and outgoing personality. She has been around dogs and cats her entire life and would make an excellent caregiver to your four...
Kim D.
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in San Diego, CA
Jennifer R.
5.0
Jennifer has been an absolute Godsend. She is so patient, and kind, and intuitive. I see her as a young, modern day Marry Poppins. She has been a most valued addition to my village. My two boys look forward to her arrival and get along famously with her kiddo. Thank you Jenny for being so reliable...
- Sally D.
Wendy R.
5.0
Wendy took care of our home and pets so well! We will definitely hire her again when we go out of town. She was easy to communicate with and so helpful!
- Amy R.
Alexis L.
5.0
Super friendly and energetic! Really knows how to make a personal connection! Loved her!!
- Care member
Audrey M.
5.0
Audrey was very good with our cat Mila ! She came every day to play an hour with her, change the litter box and give more food and water.
She is very friendly and attentive, and you can see she loves animals !
We are hiring Audrey again for two other weeks.
Highly recommend her to take care of...
- Jennifer S.
Molly D.
5.0
Molly is awesome. She cared for my dog and cat while I was gone for four nights. My husband is partially disabled. She helped him walk the dog and feed the cat every evening.I will definitely ask her for help when I need it next time. I highly recommend her.
- Stephanie R.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in San Diego, CA
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in San Diego, CA?
Hiring a pet sitter in San Diego, CA will cost an average of $19.23 per hour as of March, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in San Diego that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in San Diego, CA can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from San Diego. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 549 pet sitters in San Diego, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
Ratings for San Diego, CA pet sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Pet Sitters in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews of the 549 listed pet sitters.