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Trenaty Paisley

Trenaty Paisley
Pomona, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Welcome message:

Hi, Im Trenaty! Im a 17year old high school student and have spent a majority of my life caring for my younger sister and cousins. Ever since i was younger I’ve wanted to babysit and eventually become a daycare worker. I’m now old enough to babysit so i figured why not babysit to save up for college!

Dog sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Dog playtime
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies

Dog walking $18 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)
  • Dog daycare (at my place during the day)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Pomona 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
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

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

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Foreign languages

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Childcare

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Harita S
Irvine, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Baby sitter

Hi. I am very interested to work as a baby sitter. Regards

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Birds

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Running errands

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $17/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Irvine 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
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • 15 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 51 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am Harita, and I am B.SC Computer Science graduate. I worked as customer service representative many years looking for a part time work. Regards

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Harita For Free

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Donesha Jefferson
Los Angeles, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2025

I love animals

Hi I’m trusted person looking to help baby sit and care for the animals thanks ? ?❤️ I’m looking to offer paid pet-sitting services.

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $30 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - -

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

1 year of pet-sitting experience, where I took care of my friend's 1 dog and 2 cats while they were away at college.

responsibilities included:

• Feeding the pets • Cleaning up after them • Bathing the dog • Walking the dog

My skills and interests:

  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Writing

Contact Donesha For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Brittany Gonzalez

Brittany Gonzalez
Los Angeles, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2026

Dog sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Dog walking $18.50 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Babysitter $18.50/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

My skills and interests:

  • Sports

Contact Brittany 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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Abigail Tu

Abigail Tu
South Pasadena, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

Hi! My name is Abigail, and I offer childcare for families with children of any age.

I have four younger siblings who have helped nurture my caregiving abilities and given me experience with basic skills like changing diapers, helping with homework, and tutoring in Math, English, and Reading. I can keep children entertained by doing puzzles, crafts, board games, reading books aloud, and going on walks.

I’m a safe and honest worker, and I look forward to working with your family!!

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

Babysitter, Parent helper $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of South Pasadena 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
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

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

  • 8 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 20 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hello!

I graduated from Maranatha HS in 2025, and am currently a 19-year-old college sophomore, majoring in nursing, and hoping to work in the NICU. I am a confident swimmer, both Frist Aid and CPR certified with Red Cross, and have almost a year of paid childcare experience with children with special needs, plus more unpaid. In volunteering at both my school and church nursery, and babysitting for family friends, I’ve gained experience with kids of all ethnicities and ages.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Writing

Contact Abigail For Free

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Childcare

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Nathan Silva
Los Angeles, CA

Activity summary

Member since: May 2025

Caring Teen Dog Sitter with a Big Heart and a Love for All Pets!

Hi! My name is Nathan, and I’m a 16 who absolutely loves dogs and animals of all kinds. I may not have formal training, but I’ve spent plenty of time around pets, whether it’s walking neighborhood dogs, playing with them in the yard, or helping friends and family care for their furry companions. Being around animals just makes me happy, and I do my best to make them feel the same way.

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • 24/7 supervision

Dog walking $30 / hour

  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

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

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Los Angeles 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
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I’m a responsible and animal-loving 16-year-old student, I attend high school and have experience caring for dogs for family, friends. I’m comfortable with different breeds and sizes and understand how to keep dogs safe, fed, and happy. I’ve learned through hands-on experience how to walk dogs, play with them safely, and recognize when they need rest, attention, or space. I’m eager to keep learning and take great pride in being dependable, kind, and patient with animals.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Nature
  • Video

Contact Nathan For Free

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Childcare

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Danielle Avitia
La Habra, CA

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Welcome message:

Hi, Im Danielle! Im a 15 year old high school student and have spent a majority of my life caring for my younger brothers and siblings. Ever since i was younger I’ve wanted to babysit and eventually become a daycare worker or teacher. I’m now old enough to babysit so i figured why not babysit to save up for college!

Pet sitting $13 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for kittens

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of La Habra 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:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Cooking

Contact Danielle For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Melanie Aguilar
Long Beach, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2026

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Cleaning litter boxes

Dog walking $18 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Babysitter, Parent helper $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • High school tutoring
    • Test / exam prep
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Long Beach 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
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

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

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Games
  • Design

Contact Melanie 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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Jessica Teran
Anaheim, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2025

Welcome message:

I am a high school junior and I am taking a preschool class and absolutely love it and I am learning so much. When I have extra time after school I love to listen to music, do a little art, clean my house, I also like to journal a little.

Pet sitting $17 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime

Dog walking $16 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Anaheim 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
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

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

  • 5 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • 6 months experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Jessica For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Paola  Perez

Paola Perez
Los Angeles, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Love work with kids

I used to take care of kids when I was 15 and I joined with kids a lot …. And I have a lot of experience since I was 15

Dog sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 1 month experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 21 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

I love working with kids I don’t be with him so much take care of kids and I was was 15

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Drawing / painting

Contact Paola For Free

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Childcare

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Buena Park, CA, United States (Updated 1 Jul 2026)

Buena Park pet sitters are paid an average of $18.65 per hour as of July 2026, which is 5.1% higher than the Californian average of $17.74, and 18.9% higher than the United States average of $15.68. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services in Buena Park.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Buena Park $18.65
California $17.74
United States $15.68

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 Sitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a pet sitter to ensure your furry family members are safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away.

1. Check Experience

Ask how long they’ve been pet sitting and what types of pets they’ve cared for. Experience with your specific type or breed is a big plus.

2. Verify Credentials

Look for pet CPR/first aid certification, pet care training, or memberships in professional pet-sitting associations.

3. Ask for References

Speak with past clients to confirm reliability, trustworthiness, and quality of care.

4. Meet in Person

Schedule a meet-and-greet to see how your pet reacts to the sitter and ensure a comfortable connection.

5. Discuss Duties Clearly

Define whether they’ll walk, feed, administer medication, groom, or provide other services. Be specific about expectations.

6. Check Availability

Ensure the sitter can meet your schedule, including holidays, weekends, or overnight needs.

7. Understand Rates & Payment

Clarify fees, overtime charges, and any additional costs (like travel, supplies, or emergency care).

8. Review Emergency Plans

Ask how they handle medical issues, accidents, or other emergencies, including access to your vet.

9. Communication Style

Confirm how often and in what form they’ll provide updates—texts, photos, or reports.

10. Start with a Trial

Consider a short test visit or day before leaving for an extended period to see how your pet responds and assess the sitter’s reliability.


Pet Sitter Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a pet sitter candidate to ensure your pets are safe, happy, and well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been a pet sitter?
  • What types of pets have you cared for (dogs, cats, exotics, etc.)?
  • Have you ever cared for pets with special needs, medical conditions, or behavioral issues?
  • How many pets do you usually care for at one time?

Daily Care & Duties

  • What tasks are you comfortable performing (feeding, walking, administering medication, grooming)?
  • How do you structure a typical day for pets in your care?
  • Are you comfortable giving multiple pets individual attention if needed?
  • How do you handle exercise and playtime for high-energy pets?

Health & Safety

  • Are you certified in pet CPR or first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency or injury?
  • How do you prevent accidents during walks, playtime, or interactions with other pets?
  • Are you comfortable administering medications or special treatments?

Communication

  • How do you usually update owners while pet sitting (texts, photos, videos)?
  • How do you handle special requests or instructions from owners?
  • Are you available for immediate contact in case of emergencies?

Rates & Policies

  • What is your standard rate, and do you charge extra for holidays or overnight stays?
  • Do you have a cancellation or refund policy?
  • Are there additional fees for administering medication, multiple pets, or travel?
  • Do you offer trial visits before committing to long-term or recurring care?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about pet sitting?
  • How do you handle pets that are shy, anxious, or aggressive?
  • Why do you think you would be a good fit for my pet(s) and our household?