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Rachel S.

Pet Sitter/Walker

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
I am an experienced Dog Walker and am currently registered with Wag, I have professionally walked dogs for almost a year. I absolutely love animals, and am very open to whatever request is needed.
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Heather S.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have had my own dog since she was 4 months old (rescued) and have just celebrated her 6. 5 year birthday. I care for her like my first born child and countless friends and acquaintances have begged me to be their pet sitter when they are out of town. They know their baby will be safe AND happy in my care! I am comfortable with...
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Emma M.

Fun Animal Loving Petsitter

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
Hello! I can provide pet sitting in your own home, as well as dog walking! I have had dogs, cats, and horses all my life, and have also owned some fun little critters like rabbits and hamsters! I have my own transportation, and lots of hours, and can even stay overnight if you're going to be out of town! I will always take great...

Erin C. says "Emma is calm and quiet which made it super easy to introduce my anxious pooch to her. My dachshund is a puppy mill raid survivor and has a very difficult...

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Chelsea W.

I Will Maintain Your Pet Care Standards And Love Your Pups As Though They Were My Own!

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
grooming
boarding
+ 1 more
My mother is an active leader in a dog rescue organization. This has made me extremely comfortable around many shapes and sizes of dogs. I have been fostering dogs my whole life. Additionally, I am very experienced in dog and cat sitting. I will make sure to follow your instructions for your pet and care for them as though they...
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Megan G.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd love to be your go-to pet care provider! I had my own dogs for over a decade and have taken care of others pets for just as long. I value being the person you can rely on to not only tend to your pets basic needs but also give them love and affection while you're gone. I'm available for overnight care, routine walks, or...
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Caroline G.

Part-time Pet Watcher.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am very comfortable with all kinds of animals. At home, I have a dog myself. I am patient and loving. I can also bathe and walk animals, in addition to feed and play. I can travel to your home.
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Kimberly C.

Animals Are Family !

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Lover of all animals and have experience sitting for pet owners and dog walking as well as home sitting for families and individuals. Would be happy to care for your pet as if they were my own !

Care Member says "Reliable, flexible, and good with pets"

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Kacy R.

PetCare Provider

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have worked as a kennel technician for the past 3 years and have over 5 years of experience caring for both dogs and cats. I'm comfortable and familiar with all personality types (energetic, anxious, etc) and breeds. I am able to provide services such as bathing (including nail trims!), feeding, walking, playing, and...

Emily A. says "Wonderful pet sitter. Took great care of my large, energetic, shepherd/lab mix. Great communication and dependable."

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Jordan P.

Part-time Pet Care-Giver

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I currently have a beautiful Golden Retriever named Lulu! I have had pets my whole life including a cats, a dog, and two Leopard Geckos! I currently work two other care. com jobs at the moment and I am looking for something to do in between. I figured walking dogs and taking care of pets would be perfect!
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Melanie M.

Part-time Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had many dogs and cats throughout my entire life! I have also pet sat dogs, like taking them on walks and feeding them!

Renee M. says "Melanie loves kids and doing crafts, playing music, hiking, walking, swimming, she's a fun person to be with. Any kid would love all the attention."

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Lauren T.

Furry Friend Care

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I recently moved to Columbus from Austin where I walked dogs and provided sitting services. I am an active, gentle, and caring person that loves to provide care to all furry friends. I am COVID vaccinated and a non-smoker. Look forward to hearing from you! Lauren

Jennifer H. says "Lauren was wonderful! She is kind, caring, and hard working."

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Megan D.

Part-time Pet Sitter

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I absolutely love animals! I grew up with a lab mix dog and 2 cats. Now I have a German Shepard mix puppy. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I will walk your dog and perform baths if asked and provided the equipment. I have pet sit for many of my friends and neighbors. I previously volunteered at the PAWS animal...

Shandel M. says "Megan was a great puppy sitter! 5 stars!"

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Joan H.

Joan's Pet Sitting

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
I have taken care of families dogs/cats while they are on vacation. I will walk/feed them as well as pick up mail and water plants. I can't do it at my house it'll have to be done at yours. I have plenty of references. Thank you

Savannah H. says "Joan is an amazing co work and person she always comes and puts her best foot forward. She does everything she does with care and attention to detail....

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Sheila M.

Pet Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I would love to take care of your furry friends when you are away from home, either during the day or when you are out of town. I will take them to walk, be with them at your home, or just go to feed and play with them. All depends on what you prefer as I want you to be happy. I'm open to your schedule. I have my own pets, and I...

Carolann A. says "I trusted her to go to my house when we were out of town many times to feed my pets and she did an excellent job. Carolann A. "

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Esmeralda F.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello my name is Esmie! I have been around animals all my life. I love to give them love and care for them as part of the family. I have a dog name Rocky and a cat name Hazel. I have experience keeping dogs and cats on their schedule while their owners are away. I enjoy going on dog walks. I hope to be a good fit for your fur...

Care Member says "Esmeralda was very professional and responsible. She cared for my 3 dogs when I had to take a last minute trip. Upon return, my home was still perfectly...

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Diana G.

Austin, TX

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Diana and I'm passionate about caring for both children and pets. I have a Labrador and an outdoor cat of my own, so I understand the love and attention our furry friends need. With extensive experience in pet care, I have successfully petsat for both dogs and cats in their own homes, including those with...
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Alessandra R.

Austin, TX

from
$11/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Alessandra and it's very nice to have you here in my profile, welcome! :)) I have experiences with dogs for more than 5 years. In my house my family and I always had dogs so I learned to play with them, feed them and go for a walk. My mission with a dog is to provide security and joy!
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Ariana M.

Austin, TX

from
$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a student at UT Austin who is looking for a way to earn some extra money in my free time. I love all kinds of animals and enjoy taking care of them. I have 2 dogs of my own, so I have experience with pets. I can help with taking pets on walks and pet transportation, while also providing a loving environment for them.
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Kathryn G.

Pet Sitter And Walker!

Austin, TX

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I have always had animals in my home and I currently have a sweet 5-month-old puppy named Isa who loves to make new friends. I live in a small apartment but there are two dog parks in the apartment complex that I visit frequently! I am also available to check in on, feed, and walk pets at your residence!
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Juliana T.

Experienced, Young, Pet Lover!

Austin, TX

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up in a household full of pets and have been providing dog sitting and dog walking services for about a decade. I would love to be able to offer my services!
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  • 441 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.88/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 4.7

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Austin, TX

Dog Walkers in Austin, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews of the 441 listed dog walkers

Emma M.

Emma is calm and quiet which made it super easy to introduce my anxious pooch to her. My dachshund is a puppy mill raid survivor and has a...

- Erin C.

Kimberly C.

Reliable, flexible, and good with pets

- Care member

Kacy R.

Wonderful pet sitter. Took great care of my large, energetic, shepherd/lab mix. Great communication and dependable.

- Emily A.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Austin, TX

A local dog walker near you in Austin, TX will cost you an average of $14.88 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of September 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 441 dog walkers offering services in Austin, TX. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin, TX to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Austin, TX, 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 441 dog walkers near you in Austin, TX 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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