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Hannah Hoyt
Santa Cruz, CA

Activity summary

Last seen: 16 hours ago Member since: Oct 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Dog walking

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

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

My credentials

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

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

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Zoey Partida

Zoey Partida
San Jose, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2025

Trusted Care, Happy Kids, Peace of Mind

Hey there! I’m Zoey, your soon-to-be favorite babysitter (or so I hope!). I’ve got 6 years of experience keeping little ones safe, entertained, and occasionally convincing them to eat their veggies. I’m all about fun, creativity, and making sure your kids have a blast while you get some well-deserved peace of mind. From storytelling to silly dance parties, I’m ready to bring lots of smiles and maybe even some goofy faces. Can’t wait to meet your awesome family and become part of the team!

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $17 / hour

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

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet grooming

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper $18/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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

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

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

- - - - -

Arvo

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Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

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

My credentials

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

  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • 5 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hi, my name is Zoey, and I’m 17 years old, currently a senior in high school. As the oldest of 2 siblings, I’ve gained plenty of experience caring for kids, and I genuinely love it. Taking care of children has always been something close to my heart because it brings me so much joy. I’m passionate about keeping kids active and engaged, and I always come prepared with fun and creative activities to make sure they’re entertained and happy. Beyond just supervising, I make it a priority to ensure their needs are met and that they feel safe and cared for at all times. I’m also an animal love I have two dogs and a snake, and I’ve been caring for pets ever since I was little. I enjoy making sure animals are happy and well taken care of, and I’m comfortable with a variety of pets. Overall, I’m responsible, nurturing, and enthusiastic about providing a positive and fun environment for both kids and animals.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

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Dog walking

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Elliot Bower
San Jose, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2025

Welcome message:

hi my name is Elliot bower i am great with kids and animals i love to play and have fun with them i also know how too cook and give kids baths i also know how to put them too sleep and for animals i like to take them on walks and don't charge a lot

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • 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 $15/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel within San Jose 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
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Cooking

Contact Elliot For Free

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Natasha Mulenga

Natasha Mulenga
San Jose, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2025

Slightly new to babysitting!!

I’m fully available on weekends and in afternoons after 2:30! I love working with kids with in the ages of 2-5 years old, it’s so fun to watch them learn so many new things!

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Nanny $20/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)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

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 San Jose 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
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 3 months experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Police check
    • I have a car
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I’m 19 years old and don’t have much experience with nannying but I frequently volunteer at evening childcare program at a homeless shelter for children 2-4 years old. I’m still a student so unless it’s summer time, I’m not available in the mornings during weekdays. But on the weekends I’m fully available!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Thalia Pressman-Zeind
Santa Cruz, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Dog walking

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

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny

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)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

My credentials

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

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

Contact Thalia 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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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Santa Cruz, CA, United States (Updated 18 Oct 2025)

Santa Cruz pet sitters are paid an average of $17.67 per hour as of October 2025, which is 1.8% higher than the Californian average of $17.36, and 13.9% higher than the United States average of $15.51. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services in Santa Cruz.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Santa Cruz $17.67
California $17.36
United States $15.51

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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?