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Brenna Martinez
San Diego, CA

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Member since: Jun 2025

ELA Teacher in Search of Petsitting or Babysitting

Hello! My name is Brenna Martinez. I am a newly credentialed English educator in San Diego. I have two years of experience working with children in a classroom setting. This past school year, I completed my student teaching at High Tech High. I love working with kids and sharing my passion for literature.

I would also be happy to take care of your dogs. I have had dogs all of my life, and am very comfortable around any breed. One of my dogs is the size of a human (115 pounds)!

Dog sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)
  • Dog daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Dog boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Feeding
  • Dog playtime
  • Daily exercise for your dog
  • Care for senior dogs

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from San Diego for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

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Nite

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • 10 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 24 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I am a newly credentialed ELA teacher with experience in Middle and High School. This past year, I student taught Juniors at High Tech High in Point Loma. In 2022, I worked with 8th graders in their ELA classroom at Bell Middle School. I graduated from SDSU Summa Cum Laude with degrees in Linguistics and English. I would be happy to read to your child, tutor your child, or provide one on one literacy or writing instruction. Apart from working with children, I also am experienced with pets. I have owned dogs all my life, and have a German Shepherd and Rhodesian Ridgeback. I’m comfortable with all dogs and love animals. I have a clear background check issued by the state of California due to my student teaching and ELA Credential.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Cooking
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Brenna For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Mya Broomall
San Diego, CA

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Member since: Jan 2025

Pet sitting $15 / 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)
  • 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

  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of San Diego 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

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 21 years old
    • I have a car
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Mya For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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

San Diego pet sitters are paid an average of $18.50 per hour as of September 2025, which is 7.6% higher than the Californian average of $17.19, and 19.7% 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
San Diego:
$11.00 $18.50 $25.00
California:
$5.00 $17.19 $30.00
United States:
$3.00 $15.46 $80.00

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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?