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Sitter Profile Image: Enrique V.
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Enrique V.
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
8 years of experience
East Village, San Diego, CA, 92101

About: I’m a caring, responsible, and attentive pet sitter who treats every pet like family. I understand that every dog has their own personality, routine, and needs, and I take the time to make sure they feel comfortable, safe, and loved while you’re away. What sets me apart is my patience, reliability, and genuine love for animals. I’m happy to provide plenty of playtime, walks, cuddles, and one-on-one attention. I’m also comfortable caring for puppies, senior dogs, and pets who may need a little extra patience or attention. I’ll follow your instructions closely and keep you updated so you can have peace of mind knowing your pet is in good hands. My goal is simple: for your pet to feel happy, comfortable, and cared for—and for you to feel completely confident while you’re away! I also work fully remote and I am available during the weekdays! I work remotely, which gives me a flexible schedule and allows me to provide plenty of attention and companionship throughout the day. I’m able to accommodate regular walks, feeding schedules, playtime, and bathroom breaks while still maintaining a consistent routine. Because I work from home, your pet won’t be left alone for long periods of time. I’m also flexible with different schedules and happy to follow your pet’s normal routine to help them feel comfortable and at home while you’re away! I’ve been caring for coworkers’, friends’, and family members’ pets for over 8 years. I don’t have pets of my own, so I’m able to give your pet my full attention. I provide a safe, clean, and calm environment while following their normal routine and your care instructions closely!

Sitter Profile Image: Madison L.
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Madison L.
$28
total per visit
9 years of experience
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA, 92509

About: I’m a big animal person! I’ve always grown up with a number of different animals that, of course, includes cats and dogs. I’ve dog sat puppies, teenage, and senior dogs alike! I started dog sitting for friends and family when I was about 16, and have always lived with dogs. I super understand how fur babies are just like family and have a big heart for them! I’m currently a full time student and I work part time. I have been having an itch to spend time with dogs because they just make me happy to be honest! Life can be stressful, so I’d consider caring for your pups a stress relief and a middle booster for sure. I can’t exactly have my own dog at the moment, so I thought pet sitting might be the next best thing! I would follow the owners guidelines and make sure to take care of wolf their fur babies exactly how they would! Playing with them, feeding them, taking them out, and giving them cuddles whatever it may be! I have a cat who is my best friend so I understand how important these fur babies are to us!

Sitter Profile Image: Hanna C.
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Hanna C.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
San Diego, CA, 92101

Hanna is so, so great! My tripod dog took to her immediately when they met, and she is so sweet with him. She was flexible with timing, gave my pup cuddles, and took him out for a potty break! I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter/walker.

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Sitter Profile Image: Terry B.
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Terry B.
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Little Italy, San Diego, CA, 92101

About: I love spending time with my 13 year old pug, Yoshi. I enjoy meeting all of the dogs, and I understand deeply how important pets are to us. I am currently working part-time, and that leaves me plenty of time through the week to get out, enjoy the beautiful weather and hang out with your dog! Having had a variety of dogs throughout my life, I understand that every dog, and their needs, are unique. So wether yours needs slow walks in the grass or long walks downtown, I'll get those paws moving!

Sitter Profile Image: Jacqueline K.
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Jacqueline K.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
East Village, San Diego, CA, 92101

She is the best rover we’ve ever had. Extremely communicative, can problem solve, and genuinely seems to enjoy spending time with the animals. Highly recommend!!

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Nick J.
Sitter Profile Image: Aleksandra S.
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Aleksandra S.
$39
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
San Diego, CA, 92101

Aleksandra always does a great job watching over my very senior cat! She is always very responsive to messages and keeps me very updated with how things are going.

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Sitter Profile Image: Isabelle C.
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Isabelle C.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
San Diego, CA, 92101

About: I used to have a cat and a hamster and currently own a dog (does not live with me). I have personally trained him and he is now living with my family! I currently go to college in the morning so my availability will be the afternoons along with the weekends in the afternoon and night! I can do boarding on the weekends while caring during the afternoon on the week days! I enjoy playing or relaxing with your animal depending on what they like to do! For dogs, there is a pet relief area in my apartment building however if they are not comfortable with that and/or you have a senior dog, i do have fake grass on my patio right outside of my apartment!

Sitter Profile Image: Alexia S.
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Alexia S.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Cortez Hill, San Diego, CA, 92101

Alexia was so nice with our big boy! We were gone for an entire week and she stopped by twice a day. He got pets, brushes, walks, and fetch time!! Thank you Alexia!! Also, loved the pictures she took of our Wallace for us.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ignacio M.
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Ignacio M.
$17
total per visit
15 years of experience
San Diego, CA, 92101

About: Let me tell you about my girl, what she meant to me, and how I will treat your companions because they deserve the same. I adopted my rescue dog years ago, and she became my best friend, companion, protector, and family. We shared life together. She taught me that trust comes first, that every one is different, and that patience, consistency, attention, and presence matter. When I first adopted her, I was told she didn't like affection or being held. What I learned was that she simply needed trust. Once she felt safe, she showed me who she really was. That experience taught me to pay attention, be patient, and let each one get comfortable in their own time. I understand the importance of routine, exercise, play, companionship, quiet time, and consistency. I pay attention to personality, preferences, comfort level, and the small details that help someone feel secure while their family is away. My girl recently passed away. I will not be replacing her. Instead, I decided to come here and help care for your boy or girl because they deserve the same attention, patience, respect, and care that she received throughout her life. I provide dog walking, drop-in visits, house sitting, feeding, fresh water, bathroom breaks, playtime, companionship, and routine care. I own and operate my own business and work remotely during the week, which gives me a flexible schedule and allows me to be present throughout the day. I can adjust my work around the needs of those in my care. I also drive part-time on some weekend evenings and can adjust my schedule as needed. For house sitting, I typically spend 2–4 hours of dedicated time each day focused on walks, play, care, companionship, and routine activities, in addition to the time I am present in the home while working remotely. Depending on the arrangement, I may be away for periods during the day, but I remain available for check-ins, walks, feeding, and care. My goal is simple: to provide reliable care, maintain routines, and help your boy or girl feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you are away. I own and operate my own business and work remotely during the week, which gives me a flexible schedule throughout the day. I can adjust my work as needed to make sure your companion receives the attention, care, walks, playtime, and companionship they need. I also drive part-time on some weekend evenings and can adjust my availability when caring for your boy or girl. For house sitting, I am generally available for short-term and extended stays ranging from a few days to four weeks. My only regularly scheduled personal commitment is on Tuesdays, though longer stays can be planned around that with advance notice. I care for companions in their own environment where they are most comfortable and familiar. I understand that trust, routine, consistency, and attention are important. I take the time to learn their schedule, habits, personality, comfort level, and any special needs so I can maintain the routines that help them feel secure. I believe trust is earned through patience, respect, and reliable care. Some want attention immediately. Others need time and space first. I pay attention to their behavior and let them get comfortable at their own pace while maintaining their wellbeing and routine.

Sitter Profile Image: Roni L.
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Roni L.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
6 repeat clients
36 years of experience
Cortez Hill, San Diego, CA, 92101

Roni is a great professional sitter. She took such great care of our pets, and they looked genuinely happy and content. Our sweet Jerry Berry felt comfortable and loved. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alena G.
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Alena G.
$29
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
103 reviews
27 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Park West, San Diego, CA, 92101

Alena did a great job watching our cat! She was super communicative and sent us great photos during her visits. Our cat is very shy but she was super accommodating and friendly and made sure to give him the space he needed! We felt reassured with our cat being in her care while we were away. We will definitely be re-booking with her!!! :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Jarrod V.
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Jarrod V.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
725 reviews
205 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Core, San Diego, CA, 92101

Jarrod was awesome! Communication was amazing. I needed a sitter last minute and he responded very quickly and also arranged a meet and greet which made me feel very comfortable. I was at ease my entire trip knowing that he’s taking care of my cat bubbles. I absolutely recommend him!

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Sitter Profile Image: Armando C.
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Armando C.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
East Village, San Diego, CA, 92101

Armando is awesome! From the time we made contact, communication was great. My cat, Buddy, really enjoyed his time, and we are very grateful for Armando's commitment to Buddy's health and to the safety of our home. The first couple of days Buddy wasn't feeling well -- Armando and I reviewed the symptoms, made adjustments to food and medication, and within 24 hours we had turned a good corner! I got photos, activity reports, and we had a few phone calls at my request to make sure Armando had what he needed to keep my spoiled kitty happy :-). Thank You Armando!

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Sitter Profile Image: David G.
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David G.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
San Diego, CA, 92101

David is a great man! He took care of my puppy like it was his own. My dog was recovering from a sickness and couldn’t be boarded(to protect other dogs). He had medication he was taking to help. David came and helped him through it! I am BEYOND grateful for the services that he provided. He sent plenty of photos and videos so that I can track my puppy’s progress. He was very communicative the entire time! Easily, my go-to sitter!! Highly recommend his services!

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Sitter Profile Image: Vanessa R.
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Vanessa R.
$49
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
East Village, San Diego, CA, 92101

About: I have worked with dogs for more than a year and would definitely be the best pet sitter & walker and treat them like my own. i am avaliable part time due to enrolling in college. I am pretty flexible with scheduling and will do my best to work hard and as many hours to take care of the fur babies. I can easily follow directions and will make sure to go the extra mile to keep any dog/dogs safe and make sure they are always happy and comfortable around me and also plan to keep the owners updated as much as possible throughout my care.

Sitter Profile Image: Luke N.
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Luke N.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 year of experience
San Diego, CA, 92101

About: I started by taking care of my moms 4 dogs when she would go on vacations and needed a dog sitter. That really taught me how to feed them efficiently and when to take them outside to go potty. From there I learned how to hang out with them and play with them efficiently. I am a college student with classes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday I am available for the entire day and night. On Wednesday and Friday I'm available at night, Monday I'm not because I have a night class. Staying over night is not a problem, along with check ins during the days even on school days. I love dogs and am really good at feeding them, taking them outside, and playing with them. I'm not a trainer, but someone who is good at taking care of them while you are away. My mom has 4 small dogs so I'm very familiar with smaller dogs, but I have also watched bigger dogs as well.

Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlyn P.
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Kaitlyn P.
$43
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
5 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Little Italy, San diego, CA, 92101

Kaitlyn was extremely communicative, punctual, kind, good-humored, and got along very well with my cat. My cat seemed well cared for when I got back from my two week trip and everything was tidy and in its place. I would definitely hire her again and would recommend her to anyone. Thanks Kaitlyn!

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Sitter Profile Image: Danielle L.
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Danielle L.
$22
total per visit
2 years of experience
92101

About: I've been the proud momma of 2 different lab mixes and many cats! I have experience pet sitting in the DC area including check-ins and walks! I am currently getting established in La Jolla, CA after moving from Washington DC, so my schedule is quite open! I'm looking to spend up to 20 hours a week caring for little fuzzy friends. Gentle and empathetic care of animals is super important. I love getting to know each pets personality and needs so that I can make them feel safe and happy by giving anything from quiet and space to pets and kisses!

Sitter Profile Image: Sandra H.
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Sandra H.
$56
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Cortez Hill, San Diego, CA, 92101

Sandra is great with my basset hounds. They were not happy about getting their bath at first (being the spoiled children they are), but she has charmed them and now they are happy to see her!

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Kathy J.
Sitter Profile Image: Nicholas C.
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Nicholas C.
$63
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Cortez Hill, San Diego, CA, 92101

Nicholas took fantastic care of Pete! He is very communicative and sends lots of pictures. We appreciate the time he took to play with him while we were out of town.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alena went above and beyond to make sure Buck was comfortable during his drop in visits. He warmed up to her quickly with the patience and kindness she showed him. Alena is reliable, communicative, and very clearly loves animals. Will definitely book another time!

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Emily F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie was great! Our cat was so happy to have Katie visit her when we went on vacation. Katie was prompt and communicated well. Looking forward to booking again soon!

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Adrian C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Bailey is an exemplary animal lover and sitter. Excellent communication, timely, great photos. My dog was clearly loved and taken care of in my absence. Highest reccomendation⭐️

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Zach B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Savannah took care of our Bo while we were gone and he loved her! She was so nice and communicative and it made me happy to know he got lots of love while we were out of town ♥️

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Carly N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Michael was great with our cat while we were out of town for a week. His communication was exceptional and we came home to a happy cat and a clean home!

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Michelle M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily did an INCREDIBLE job with our two kittens. She was attentive, communicative, and we are extremely appreciative of her time. I would highly recommend Emily to anyone looking for a pet sitter.

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Brandon C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This is the second time Vanessa has taken care of my sweet old gal, Reiki. Vanessa is responsible, reliable and patient and affectionate with her, which I dearly appreciate. I feel anxiety when away because I know how much Reiki is emotionally anchored by me being around all the time, and I worry. However, having Vanessa helps a LOT -- she communicates lots of reassuring information including photos. It's hard to properly express how much this helps in knowing Reiki is in good hands and that "everything is ok." Thank you Vanessa!!

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susan w.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lisa was amazing! She helped me out last minute and I will definitely trust her with my puppy again in the future!

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Cali S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ginny (Frankie) was so great with our very energetic and excitable German Shepherd mix. She was able to be playful with him while also helping him stay calm. She obviously has a ton of experience with dogs, and I would recommend her to anyone :)

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liesl f.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Charmaine went above and beyond while I was away on a long trip. She sent so many pictures and always told me how the visit went so I never worried about my fur babies!

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Katie L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

When my cat is happy, I am happy, and Olivia is making sure time and time again that this would always be the case, which is why I'm keeping call her every time that I'm out of town

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Tzahi B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Friendly, understanding, and professional, Danielle provided excellent care to my kitty while I was away.

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Hwan Seung K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This is our second time having Devon watch our cat Charlie for a week and we couldn’t be happier! She is so professional and friendly and truly cares. She sends great updates daily and I can tell Charlie was in really good hands!

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Dipali S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Latisha is amazing with our cat. Our cat absolutely loves spending time with her and Latisha always goes the extra mile. Can't recommend her highly enough - she's the best!!!

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Mary K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shannon was great with Copper! She was timely, communicated well, and took a lot of photos. I would trust her with my boy anytime.

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Lauren P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kale was amazing! Would 100% recommend him for all your dog needs. He was pretty gently and understanding with pinky, took good care of her and all her needs.

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Enya B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Christine has done drop in visits for our two cats multiple times. Always on time, super responsive, and respectful. 10/10 would recommend her to anyone!

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Madison M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jenya was so responsive, proactive about setting up a meet and greet and asked thoughtful questions in advance. When I got home my animals were happy as can be, thanks to her excellent care! She also took great, cute pics which helped when I was missing them! Highly recommend!

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Laura G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We will continue to book with Tina whenever we need someone to check in on our 2 boys. She goes above and beyond to make sure they are happy and healthy, and is so easy to communicate with.

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Sarah S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing walker very communicative! Feel very safe with my pups being taken care of by her. Highly recommend

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Luke B.
Drop-In Visits
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