Dog Walking Surfside

About: Animal lover for life! Growing up with cats and dogs gave me an early foundation in animal care and communication (the non-psychic kind 😄). For the past three years, I've volunteered with Guide Dogs of America, socializing and training puppies from 4 to 8 weeks old. This work has deepened my understanding of dog behavior, development, and trust-building from the very earliest stages of life. Cats hold a special place in my heart too. Years of living with them taught me how to read feline body language, respect their independence, and create a calm space where they can be comfortable. Friends and family turn to me as their go-to sitter, and I bring that same dependable, loving care to every animal I meet. I come to your home, keeping your pet in their own familiar environment so they stay relaxed, comfortable, and stress-free while you're away. As a yoga and piano teacher, my schedule gives me plenty of flexibility throughout the week. I have two dedicated teaching days where my availability is limited, but the rest of the week I have generous windows of free time- perfect for popping in, spending quality time with your pet, and making sure they feel loved. Since I provide in-home sitting, your pet stays in their own familiar environment the entire time. I follow your established routines: feeding schedules, walk times, sleep spots, and any special instructions you leave. I treat every home with respect and keep safety a top priority, making sure gates, doors, and any pet-proofing measures stay in place throughout my visit. Your pet's comfort and security always come first.

About: I have owned many animals my whole lifee, so I have plenty of experience with animal care. I’ve pet sat for many neighbours as well as family and friends on multiple occasions and absolutely enjoy spending time with animals of all kinds!! :)) I am available all days of the week for long or quick check ins, and walks. I do have class just for an hour twice a week. But that’s guaranteed not to intervene with any sitting time!! When checking in on your fur baby, I’ll be sure they’re well fed, hydrated, and gets lots of play time and plenty of attention. I’ll be taking care of any special requests for your pets if needed!!

“Thank you Jessica! Lucy loves your visits and enjoys all your walks! Robert & Lucy”

Robert P.

“Caitlin was great! She brings great energy and you can tell right away that she genuinely loves dogs. She did a wonderful job with our pup, sending photos and updates throughout so we always knew how it went. She's quick to respond and so easy to communicate with. We're looking forward to booking her again!”

Brittany B.

About: 🦮🐕‍🦺🐕🐩🐕‍🦺🦮 Dog Experience 🦮🐕‍🦺🐩🐕🐕‍🦺🦮 I have experience caring for a wide range of dogs, including pit bulls, german shepherds, huskies, english bullterriers, bulldogs, poodles, and american bullies. I’ve raised and trained my current dog (Bruce Wayne) from a puppy and cared for my previous dog (Stella Rose) through all stages of life. Stella died from pancriatic cancer, giving me experience with senior care as well. I’m comfortable with all temperaments and energy levels, from high-energy dogs (like Bruce Wayne) to low energy dogs and older pets (like Stella Rose). 🐈‍⬛🐟🦜🐸🐢 Other Pet Experience 🐢🐸🦜🐟🐈‍⬛ I have experience with all different kinds of animals, from cats, to reptiles and aquatic pets. I particuarly have experience with cats, pac-man frogs, suckerfish, shrimp, pond fish, my grandmother's evil sun conure & golden jenday mixed bird, and turtles. Even though I don't have much experience with hamsters, mice, snakes, spiders, lizards and other animals, I am comfortable with all of them & feeding them their respective meals (live or dried). 🫶🏻 ✨✨✨✨✨✨ About Me ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ I’m very patient and understanding with all pets. I’ve worked with shy, agressive & what many would consider to be straight up evil (my grandmothers bird) animals, earning their trust over time. My goal is always to make pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while their owners are away. Sometimes pets can have a difficult time eating because of how much they miss their owners. If this happens (& if it's okay with the owners) I'll typically hand feed them to make sure your pet is getting the nutrition they need while your away. 🫶🏻 ⏰⏰⏰⏰⏰⏰⏰ Schedule ⏰⏰⏰⏰⏰⏰⏰⏰ I’m currently a college student at CSULB with a pretty consistent class schedule & outside of school activities, which allows me to plan my pet care visits according to that. Depending on the day I’m typically available in the afternoons, evenings, and weekends, and I make sure to schedule my time so pets receive all the attention, walks, and care that they need. I’m dependable and communicate clearly if anything in my schedule changes. Right now I'm on summer break so I'm available almost all the time! 🫶🏻 🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠 Enviornment 🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠 I prioritize creating a safe, calm, and comfortable environment for every pet. I carefully follow each owner’s instructions, including feeding routines, exercise, and any specific needs. I’m attentive to behavior and prioratize making sure pets feel secure in their own home. I also keep owners updated with messages and photos for peace of mind while they’re away.

“I love working with Christopher! He’s diligent, responsible, dependable with his communication and so gentle and sweet w my Rosie! She’s just recovering from surgery so he took extra care with her to make sure her meds and potty schedule adhere to the doctors orders! I will keep counting on Christopher to be there for Rosie in the future!!”

Julie H.

“Andrea was a fantastic dog walker. She took my pup on great excursions through the neighborhood and sent pics and updates.”

Anna P.

About: I’ve spent over a decade in hospitality and operations, running shifts at places like Starbucks I’m used to juggling a hundred things at once while staying calm, warm, and on schedule. Turns out that’s great training for dog care too: reading personalities fast, sticking to routines, and making sure everyone (two legs or four) feels comfortable in a new environment. I’ve got a dog of my own, so I know the drill: the 6am zoomies, the separation anxiety whining, the food that “definitely doesn’t cause gas.” Whether your pup is a couch potato, a chaos gremlin, or somewhere in between, I’ll treat them like they’re already part of the household. Ten-plus years in hospitality means I’m used to following exact protocols and communicating clearly, and I apply that same discipline to pet care. Safety and consistency come first, in my home or yours. I keep a calm, predictable environment because cats do best with routine, so I stick to feeding times, litter maintenance, and any specific instructions you give me exactly as written, no improvising.

“Hiring Michelle to walk our dog while we are away provides us a valuable peace of mind. He had another fabulous time and got the exercise and extra attention he needed. Michelle takes great pictures and is thorough in the care provided each and every time. We cannot recommend Michelle enough.”

Kevin G.

About: Hello, my name is Tru!! I am a respectful girl and reliable when it comes to tasks and care. I love animals more than anything and I’m a huge dog person. I own a cat for 2 years and I took care of many of my family pets as well as owned dogs. I would be pleased to to meet your cute pets❤️❤️ I have recently been taking care of a 13 year old pit bull and shes so cute and sweet!! I am an unemployed 18 year old who is free almost all the time. Looking for lasting clients to take care of in this field. I treat pets in my home as sweet as possible even if their personality varies when it comes to affection. I treat pets in others home as the houses most prized possession because they are, lol.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats since I was a kid. As well as for family and friends, even their chickens. I grew up around animals and I’m a huge animal lover. I know trusting someone with your animal can be very scary because they are our babies! My goal with all clients is to ease that stress and provide honest/trustworthy service to you and your pet. I’d be more than happy to share images/videos of your pet with you also! My schedule is flexible because I work from home and my college classes are mainly online. Therefore my schedule is pretty open and I can definitely work with your time! I ensure safety by keeping a good watch on pets and making sure they’re only doing things they are allowed to do. I’m very quick thinking and have fast reactions.

About: I have owned both dogs and cats for my entire life and am an expert in their care. I currently volunteer at Feline Good Social Club. I am extremely active and love to walk or bike everywhere I go. I currently work Mondays and Wednesdays at CSUSB, but am fully available on other days to provide care for your pets. I offer both drop-in and overnight stays. I understand that your pet is your baby and will make sure to treat them as such! I am an animal lover and understand the hard work it takes to take care of animals.

About: I've grown up with dogs my whole life, so caring for them has always come naturally to me. I have hands-on experience with dogs of all ages, especially senior dogs since I have a senior dog of my own. I understand the extra patience, gentle care, and attention they need to stay happy and comfortable. I also have experience caring for puppies, including helping with potty training, basic commands, and reinforcing good habits. In addition to dogs, I've also worked with goats, which has taught me to be patient, responsible, and confident when caring for animals with different personalities and needs. I currently have three fur babies who are well-loved, well-trained, and treated like family. I truly enjoy spending time with animals, whether it's playing fetch, giving them lots of attention, or taking them on fun walks to keep them active and happy. I know how important it is to trust someone with your pet, and when your dog is in my care, they'll be treated with the same love, patience, and attention that I give my own. I’m also flexible with my availability so message me and we can work something out! Since I have fur babies of my own, caring for pets is already a part of my daily routine. My dogs are walked three times a day, fed on a consistent schedule, and always receive plenty of love, attention, and care. Because pet care is already built into my everyday life, I can easily make time to give your dog the same level of care, exercise, and affection while they're with me. I live in a pet-friendly apartment complex with a an outdoor area, plenty of grass, and great walking paths in the area, so your pup will have lots of opportunities for exercise, potty breaks, and fresh air. Their safety and comfort are my top priorities, and I'll make sure they feel right at home while they're in my care. I'll also send regular photo updates so you can have peace of mind and see all the fun your furry friend is having!

“Holly was truly the BEST! She walked our puppy, Finn a few times over a weekend that we were super busy and she went above and beyond to make sure Finn got plenty of exercise, attention and love. This was my first time using Rover so I was pretty nervous but Holly made me feel so assured that my puppy was in the best hands. She sent me plenty of updates and photos along each walk. We will be using her every time from this point forward and would recommend her 10/10 times!!”

Eden K.

“Great experience!! Brendan was very thorough and communicative throughout the weekend. He made the extra effort to give the girls some extra walk time and a post walk meal. I will definitely be booking again!”

Justin D.

About: I am a born and raised farm girl from Michigan, now living in the Long Beach, CA who has always loved taking care of all kinds of animals. My family has always relied on me to help take care of the farm. My goal was to be a veterinary but this will do for now. I have much personal experience caring for families loved one(s). In my care, pets included: a doberman pincher, a pit bull, 2 yorkies, dairy cows, horses, a ferret, rabbits, chickens, ducks, a goose, and an outrageous number of cats (maybe 30+ rescues). My pets are always growing in numbers. I have worked for a facility where caring for dogs and cats was my job but I am now looking for an opportunity of more interaction. I would love to spend time with your special friend! I am currently available full-time so I will be able to spend time with your pets! I am available 7 days for services if booked in a timely manner. Ensuring trust is earned from the beginning, I prefer to let them roam freely. Providing necessary care and feedings, going outside for potty breaks, and lots of attention!

“Thank you Kristin!”

Laura Y.

“Nicolas did such a great job with our dog! I was so appreciative of all the photos and videos he sent. She can be a handful but I knew she was in great hands!”

Jessica H.

“Alexa has been fantastic! Her communication is very thorough and detailed and she is very organized for reoccurring dog walks. She is also flexible is there’s a schedule change. Alexa is also very accommodating for reactive dogs and handles Luna with extra caution. 10/10 !”

Kendall H.

About: "I’ve loved and cared for dogs since high school, treating every pup like my own family. I offer dedicated personal attention, sticking closely to their normal routine with daily walks, active playtime, regular feeding, and frequent photo updates for complete peace of mind." I have school on Mondays from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Aside from that short window, my schedule is flexible and open for dedicated pet care. I prioritize pet safety by maintaining a secure home environment with constant supervision. I closely follow all care instructions, keep dogs safely leashed during walks, and ensure your pet feels secure, comfortable, and loved throughout their stay.