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Nicole Alvarez

Nicole Alvarez
Ridgecrest, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Ready to help with your errands.

Hello! I'm Nicole Alvarez, a passionate and driven professional with 16 years of hands-on experience in nurturing and guiding young minds as a devoted mother to two amazing children. My journey through motherhood has honed my skills in organization, time management, and problem-solving—qualities I bring into every aspect of my professional life.

Currently, I'm on an exciting path to expanding my career by combining my love for helping others with my expertise in home organization and cleaning. As the founder of Clean Freaks Cleaning Co., I am dedicated to transforming spaces into stress-free, organized environments where families and individuals can thrive.

My diverse interests and skills don't stop there—I have a deep passion for psychology, counseling, and learning new trades in the digital space, such as graphic design and marketing. I'm eager to connect with others who share my enthusiasm for creating positive change, whether it's through helping others achieve their goals or contributing to impactful projects.

Pet sitting $25 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming
  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other services I can provide

  • Babysitter, Parent helper (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ridgecrest for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 16 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • 30 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet first aid training
    • I carry a pet first aid kit
    • Pet owner references
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 41 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

With 16 years of experience as a dedicated mother to two amazing children, now 15 and 16 years old, I have gained extensive hands-on experience in nurturing, guiding, and educating young minds. My journey as a mother has involved everything from early childhood development to navigating the teenage years, providing me with a deep understanding of children's needs at various stages of growth.

In addition to my personal experience, I have continued to educate myself on parenting techniques, child psychology, and effective communication strategies. My commitment to my children's well-being has driven me to develop skills in conflict resolution, time management, and emotional support, ensuring a positive and nurturing environment for them to thrive.

This combination of real-life experience and ongoing learning has equipped me with a well-rounded perspective on raising and supporting children through all phases of their development.

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Elsie Barragan
Ridgecrest, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel within Ridgecrest for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 20 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Elsie For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Nathan Creppel

Nathan Creppel
Ridgecrest, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2025

Pet sitting $16.50 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Administering medications
  • Medical injections
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ridgecrest for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • I carry a pet first aid kit
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have been caring for pets and children for a bit over 2 years now and I am confident enough to take care of, play with and watch both. I am currently looking for work!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Nathan For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Elliot Martinez

Elliot Martinez
Ridgecrest, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2025

Hi, my names Elliot

Hello, my names Elliot. I’m looking for short term employments to help families out when they need. I have a couple siblings of my own along with a dog. Just looking to help out before I ship out to Air Force :)

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ridgecrest for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I love kids and pets. I have two siblings of my own, one with adhd and one with autism. I also have a golden retriever who is very loved.

My skills and interests:

  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Elliot For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Lauren Thompson
Ridgecrest, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Reptiles

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ridgecrest for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Lauren For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Michelle Schultz
Ridgecrest, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Mother of 4 looking for work!

I've raised 4 babies from newborn to pre teens. I've also had 1 dog and 2 cats that I've raised since they were only a few weeks old. My schedule and pay is flexible. I do arts and crafts, make meals, bedtime stories, diaper changing, and house hold cleaning. I'm also experienced in homeschooling from TK-4th grade. I can't wait to meet your needs with you and your family!

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Pet grooming
  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ridgecrest for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 10 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Asthma training
  • 15 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 31 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Michelle For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Sakoria Anderson
Ridgecrest, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ridgecrest for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Sakoria For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Ondraya Hermina Maria Barker
Ridgecrest, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2024

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ridgecrest for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Ondraya For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Ridgecrest, CA, United States (Updated 13 Sep 2025)

Ridgecrest pet sitters are paid an average of $16.43 per hour as of September 2025, which is 4.4% lower than the Californian average of $17.19, and 6.3% higher than the United States average of $15.46. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services.
Min Avg Max
Ridgecrest:
$13.00 $16.43 $25.00
California:
$5.00 $17.19 $30.00
United States:
$3.00 $15.46 $80.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in United States dollars (USD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Boarding Provider

Follow these handy tips for hiring a private pet boarding provider perfect for ensuring your furry family member is safe, happy, and comfortable while you’re away.

1. Check Their Experience

Ask how long they’ve been boarding pets and what kinds of animals they specialize in (dogs, cats, exotics).

2. Verify Training & Certifications

Look for credentials in pet CPR/first aid, animal behavior, or relevant pet care associations.

3. Tour the Boarding Environment

Visit their home or facility to confirm it’s clean, safe, and pet-friendly with secure fencing, proper ventilation, and comfortable spaces.

4. Ask About Daily Care & Routine

Understand how often pets are fed, walked, played with, and allowed outside.

5. Clarify Supervision Levels

Find out if pets are supervised overnight, how often they’re checked on, and how many pets are boarded at once.

6. Review Health & Safety Policies

Confirm vaccination requirements, flea/tick prevention, emergency protocols, and how illness or injuries are handled.

7. Discuss Special Needs Care

Ask if they can handle pets with medical conditions, medications, dietary needs, or anxiety.

8. Check References & Reviews

Read testimonials or speak with past clients to verify reliability and quality of care.

9. Understand Communication Style

Ask if they’ll provide daily updates, photos, or videos while you’re away for peace of mind.

10. Start with a Trial Stay

Book an overnight trial to see how your pet adjusts and how attentive the provider is before committing to a longer trip.


Pet Boarding Provider Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a private pet boarding provider candidate to ensure your pet is safe, happy, and well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been providing private pet boarding services?
  • What types of pets do you typically care for?
  • Have you cared for pets with special needs, medical conditions, or behavioral challenges?
  • How many pets do you usually board at one time?

Facility & Environment

  • Can I tour the boarding area before making a decision?
  • Are the spaces secure, escape-proof, and climate-controlled?
  • Do pets have access to both indoor and outdoor areas?
  • How do you handle cleaning and sanitation?

Daily Routine & Care

  • What does a typical day look like for pets in your care?
  • How often do pets eat, exercise, and receive playtime or socialization?
  • Do you provide individual attention or mostly group activities?
  • Are you able to follow special feeding or exercise routines for specific pets?

Health & Safety

  • Are pets required to have up-to-date vaccinations and flea/tick prevention?
  • Are you trained in pet CPR and first aid?
  • How do you handle emergencies, illnesses, or injuries?
  • Do you administer medications or special treatments if needed?

Communication

  • How do you update owners during their pet’s stay (texts, calls, photos)?
  • Are you available for real-time updates if there’s a concern?
  • How do you handle special requests from pet owners?

Policies & Pricing

  • What is included in your boarding rates?
  • Are there additional fees for special care, medications, or late pick-ups?
  • What is your cancellation or refund policy?
  • Do you offer trial stays before long-term boarding?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about boarding pets?
  • How do you handle pets that are shy, anxious, or aggressive?
  • Why do you think your boarding style would be a good fit for my pet?