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Sonja G.

San Jose, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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...

Care Member says "Sonja provided the loving care for which she was hired. She contacted me with any questions or needs. I find Sonja to be capable and kind. I would...

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Leticia M.

I Provide Dog Walking, Mornings And Afternoons

San Jose, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
15 Years of experience with my own and friends dogs, love dogs, love to see dogs getting a fresh air and exercise.
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Amanda M.

Open To Pet Sit, Walk Dogs, Transport Animals

San Jose, CA

from
$30/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have 2 cats and 3 miniature horses of my own, and have sat for friends with dogs, birds, snakes, and goats; although as of yet I have not done this for pay.
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Andrea C.

Animal Lover Available When Needed Love Being Out Doors For Daily Walks And Pet Care

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Andrea and I would love to take care of your pets as if they were my own, I am a animal lover, always had dogs and cats growing up as a child. I have multiple pets of my own but thankfully I have a big family so everyone has their part. I am a very energetic and outgoing person and will make sure your furry...

Kelsey E. says "We interviewed Andrea to see if she can help us with our new puppy while we are away at work. You could definitely feel the passion she has towards dogs....

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Hemi K.

Animal Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care

San Jose, CA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
Ive grown up around dogs, cats, and aquatic pets all my life. I enjoy taking a simple walk around a park or just having fun at home with a furry friend. I am an honest and responsible caregiver who cannot wait to meet a new family.
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Raquel A.

Loving And Reliable Pet Sitter | Playtime, Walks & Care With Heart

San Jose, CA

from
$19/hr
Boarding
pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Raquel, a true animal lover with experience caring for dogs and cats of all sizes and personalities. I provide reliable, loving pet sitting and dog walking services, always making sure your furry friends feel safe, happy, and well cared for while you're away. Whether it's a walk around the neighborhood, playtime,...
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Nadine W.

Very Pet Friendly And Available To Sit, Walk, Care For Your Pet

San Jose, CA

from
$24/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I am a responsible, honest, trustworthy, reliable, caring, friendly, middle aged adult female and willing to help you with your needs whether pet sitting, walking or run errands. I have 2 brother cats of my own and have owned 5 dogs through the years. I have taken care of friends homes and pets including cats, dogs, birds and a...
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Gensis H.

Loving & Reliable Pet Care - Cats, Dogs & Bearded Dragons!

San Jose, CA

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been around animals my whole life. I've had cats for 16 years (six in total!) and have cared for a bearded dragon for almost three years. I understand the importance of patience, routine, and giving pets the love and attention they need. While I have the most experience with cats and reptiles, I'm also open to dog walking!...
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Cayetana G.

Dog Care

San Jose, CA

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
Fortunately, I am the owner of a Chowchow, lucky that I have had to take the best possible care of my beautiful Chowchow, her name is Zena, she is 4 years old, she is very good, affectionate and obedient, I love pets, her love is unconditional, we go out for walks 3 times a day, it is quality time and it relieves my stress.
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Amanda Kaye S.

Cat Sitter And Dog Walker For Summer!

San Jose, CA

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello! My name is Amanda, and I am a nursing major from San Jose State University, and I love animals! I have 2 kitties at home that I take care of with my partner, and I would love to get to know more cats in the area! I am available to cat-sit at your home for the summer, and I offer dog-walking services as well. With my...
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Sylvia C.

Dog Sitter Walker

San Jose, CA

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I've been sitting and walking dogs and sometimes cats for yrs and enjoy it. I'm responsible and caring and and I have Many references for you to call.
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Serene W.

I Love Dogs!

San Jose, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I love walking dogs! I love caring for them! I have one of my own and she is pure joy! Dogs give so much love and it is a blessing to give them love in return!
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Margarita K.

Dog Walker

San Jose, CA

from
$35/hr
Boarding
pet walking
Hello there! Looking for occasional dog walking jobs. Looking for kid friendly dogs who enjoy waking with me and my kiddos. I own a 11year old lab who walks with me daily and I'm a long time pet owner. Looking for an extra dog to walk from time to time for some extra cash. Preferably in Japantown San Jose
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Kaylee L.

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Kaylee. I've always loved dogs, we had a family dog I always helped take care of. I also used to walk my bosses dog daily as well as helped family and friends walking there dogs. I've also stayed at homes and watched dogs and cats over night when needed as well. I'm very friendly and safe with Covid. I love getting...

Angela G. says "We hired Kaylee to watch our two dogs King and Kong. She's very good with the dogs and they are so excited to see her each time. She handles the dogs with...

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Diane W.

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
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...

Karen F. says "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...

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Judie H.

San Jose, CA

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Judie... I have been working with pets for the last 10yrs. I am a very down to earth individual that loves all types of animals. I treat and love them like they are my own. I am flexible and on-call on a needed basis. Pet sits, walks, visits for potty breaks and feedings are just the normal things but the main...

Shamik P. says "Judie was awesome from Day 1. Extremely warm and a pleasure to meet. She helped take care of our dogs on a daily basis and made sure they got their...

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Jessica N.

Part Time Caregiver

San Jose, CA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
I have always been a pet owner and love all animals. I have years of experience working with pets of all sizes and am comfortable pet sitting, walking, and training.
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Darren W.

Passionate & Enthusiastic Animal Care Taker

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Bella M.

Active College Student Loves Animals!

San Jose, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
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...
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Julissa G.

San Jose, CA

from
$19/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
Responsible and attentive pet caregiver with experience caring for dogs . I'm comfortable with feeding, walking, playtime, cleaning up after pets, and maintaining their daily routines. I understand the importance of patience, consistency, and making sure pets feel safe and comfortable while their owners are away. I treat every...
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  • 225 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.37/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 4.8

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in San Jose, CA

Dog Walkers in San Jose, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 225 listed dog walkers

Sonja G.

Sonja provided the loving care for which she was hired. She contacted me with any questions or needs. I find Sonja to be capable and kind....

- Care member

Andrea C.

We interviewed Andrea to see if she can help us with our new puppy while we are away at work. You could definitely feel the passion she has...

- Kelsey E.

Kaylee L.

We hired Kaylee to watch our two dogs King and Kong. She's very good with the dogs and they are so excited to see her each time. She handles...

- Angela G.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in San Jose, CA

A local dog walker near you in San Jose, CA will cost you an average of $21.37 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 2026 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 225 dog walkers offering services in San Jose, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from San Jose or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from San Jose to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in San Jose, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in San Jose, CA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 225 dog walkers near you in San Jose, CA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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