Hawthorne rents far more than it owns: renters hold 21,865 of the 30,030 occupied homes, and only 8,380 of 31,334 units are detached houses. Another 4,022 units sit in buildings of 50 or more, so many visits start in a lobby or at a gate code. Cats in Downtown Hawthorne or near Holly Park are usually covered by drop-in visits for food, water and the litter box. Overnight stays suit dogs that settle better at home with their own routine. Tell your sitter who holds the key or the code. Renters hold 21,865 of the 30,030 occupied homes, so check the building's pet and key rules with your sitter first.
Hawthorne, CA
Pet sitters, cat sitters and dog sitters in Hawthorne, CA
You pay what the sitter charges with no owner fee added, and cashback lands once each booking ends. Useful when the school district's two-week spring break sends families away.
0% owner fee + cashback
$59better off on Petme
$420
On Petme$407+$13 Cashback
Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%
Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.
Hawthorne, CA
Booking a sitter in Hawthorne on Petme
0% owner fee
0% owner fee: you pay the sitter's own rate, whether it is one visit in Holly Glen or two weeks away.
Cashback toward your next booking
Cashback lands in your Petme balance after each completed booking, so the next winter break trip costs less.
ID and background checked
Every sitter is ID-verified and background-checked before taking bookings, even for a walk by Memorial Dog Park.
Photos, videos and reviews
Sitters can share photos and videos, and owners leave reviews, so a lobby handoff in a big building feels less blind.
Verified pet sitters in Hawthorne
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
5 average from 9 reviews by Hawthorne pet parents
Indra
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Usually replies within an hour
A peaceful, loving stay for your dog while you’re away.
Hawthorne
From $25
Danielle
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Just an animal lover looking to provide safe and reliable care to your sweet fur babies! 🧡
Inglewood
From $18
Jess
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Usually replies within a few days
Hi, I'm your friendly neighborhood pet sitter! I’m a pet lover who’s happiest with sandy paws, wagging tails, and plenty of belly rubs. I’m in law school right now, and spending time with pets is the
Redondo Beach
From €18
Razy
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Usually replies within a few days
Need a pet sitter? My Frenchie and Chihuahua says I am highly qualified to make new pet friends and meet their needs!
Los Angeles
From $21
Leslie Reyes
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few days
Your pets new best friend! My number one goal is to keep your fur baby happy, safe, and healthy.
Los Angeles
From $20
Paloma Mollinedo hernandez
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
I’m Paloma, Spanish and dog lover.
Los Angeles
From $30
Angie
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Hi! I’m a responsible and caring animal lover with hands on experience caring for my own dogs. I understand that’s pets are family, which is why I treat every dog with patience, attention, and lots of
Huntington Park
From $20
Shaina
Availability confirmed today
Usually replies within a few hours
SHAINA THE DOGWALKER
Santa Monica
From $25
Mirracle
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
I’m new to Petme but I have 5+ years of experience providing reliable and attentive care to lots of furry babies! ⭐️🐾
Santa Monica
From $20
Catherine
Availability confirmed 15d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Ready and at your service, eager to meet your babies, both in the neighborhood & beyond! As a certified and truly passionate animal lover, I appreciate every opportunity I have to care for pets, all
Los Angeles
From $35
Tatum
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
I’ll get along with your dog just fine, we already have two things in common: we both love walks and treats!
Los Angeles
From $15
Shaniya Kerns
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Just a girl who loves dogs
Los Angeles
From $20
Jes
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within a few days
Pet Pal of 10+ years for When You are Away
Los Angeles
From $20
Tad Tobey
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
A long time pet owner and a volunteer with Ace of Hearts dog rescue, I currently have 3 good boys of my own and am comfortable around all breeds and sizes!
Los Angeles
From $25
Alrick Tirado
Availability confirmed 12d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Caring, reliable pet sitting for cats, bunnies, iguanas, and more treating every pet like my own
Los Angeles
From $20
Michelle
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within an hour
I give the best belly rubs 🖤
Los Angeles
From €20
Oscar De Loyer
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Usually replies within a few days
20+ Years of Tail Wags, Wet Noses & Happy Paws!
Los Angeles
From $30
Marialuisa
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Caring and dependable dog lover with experience caring for pets. I’m also a proud owner of two Shih Tzus, Molly and Noah! 🐶❤️ I’ll treat your furry family member with the same love, patience, and att
Long Beach
From $25
David Reyes
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Caring, reliable, and passionate about animals! I’ll treat your pets like family and make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away
Norwalk
From $25
Gisele Losso
Availability confirmed 2d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Attentive, careful and calm. I have been around animals all my life and understand them pretty well.
Los Angeles
From $29
alyssa lei
Availability confirmed today
Usually replies within a few days
Burbank
From $12
Josh
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
I love animals, I’m looking forward to getting to know yours.
Los Angeles
From $25
Cristina
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Whittier Furbabies Welcome!
Whittier
From $40
Destiny
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Animal lover, rescue advocate, and proud pet mom ready to keep your pets safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away.
Alhambra
From $15
Katherine Evans
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Usually replies within an hour
Loving and Reliable Pet Sitter!!
Los Angeles
From $14
Nancy Melendez
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
professional spoil-er for dogs and cats🐱
San Gabriel
From $20
Cheryl C
Availability confirmed 2d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
lifetime animal lover with experience raising chickens and guinea pigs, sitting for cats and dogs!
Hacienda Heights
From $20
Anoop
Availability confirmed today
Usually replies within a few hours
Based in Pasadena, work from home and rest assured, I'll be around for every eager chin scratch, tummy rub or conversation needed lol
Altadena
From $24
Janessa
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Safe, peaceful animal care taker 💌
Huntington Beach
From $20
Iuliia
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Usually replies within an hour
Because your furry baby deserves the best 💗
Los Angeles
From $28
gabriela
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
🐾 Loving, reliable, and ready to give your furry friend the attention, exercise, and care they deserve! Your pet’s happiness and comfort are always my priority.
Garden Grove
From $20
Erin
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few days
I have worked at a dog day care for two years and am currently going to school to become a veterinary technician. I can give shots and administer any kind of medication.
Covina
From $25
Typical rates
What sitters in Hawthorne usually charge
Sitters set their own rates. These are the usual ranges for the area; Petme adds no owner fee on top.
Drop-in visits
$21 to $34 a visit
Dog walking
$20 to $33 a walk
Dog boarding
$45 to $78 a night
Doggy daycare
$32 to $52 a day
Apartments, lobbies and cats that never go out
September and October heat in a closed-up apartment
Cold is not the worry in Hawthorne, since the airport station records no nights at freezing. The hot spells that matter come late: 2.3 days in September and 3.1 in October reach 90. On those days a closed apartment gets stuffy, so a visit starts at the thermostat and the water bowl. Travel follows the school calendar. Winter break runs December 21 to January 8, and spring break covers March 29 to April 9, 2027, a full two weeks. Thanksgiving week, November 23 to 27, is shorter but still busy. Book early for those dates, and leave a note on window and fan settings.
Dog licenses, rabies proof and where walkers go
California licenses no pet sitters or dog walkers, but Hawthorne licenses dogs. Every dog over four months needs a license backed by proof of rabies vaccination, and each license runs to June 30. Keep the tag on the collar before a sitter takes the leash. Walkers in town use Memorial Dog Park, Holly Park, Holly Glen Park, Jim Thorpe Park and the Glasgow Place walking path. If you need a longer routine, ask the sitter to match your dog's usual loop. Many Hawthorne households speak Spanish at home, so you can mention in your first message if you prefer to write in Spanish.
Pet care services in Hawthorne
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Hawthorne
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Hawthorne
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Hawthorne
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Hawthorne
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Hawthorne
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FAQ
Questions from Hawthorne pet owners
How do I find a pet sitter in Hawthorne?
Open the Petme app, search Hawthorne and read the pet sitter profiles near you. Reviews and shared photos show how each sitter works. Message a couple of them with your building type, your pet's routine and your dates.
What does cat sitting in Hawthorne cost?
You pay the sitter's own rate, with no owner fee on top, so the price is whatever the sitter sets on their profile. After each completed booking, cashback lands in your Petme balance and is applied to the next, so repeat visits cost less.
Is a dog sitter in Hawthorne background-checked?
Yes, every Petme sitter is ID-verified and background-checked ahead of a first booking on Petme. You can also read reviews from other owners. Should a dog need a vet during a booking, the Protection Plan can help with eligible costs, up to $22,000.
Can someone house sit for me in Hawthorne?
Sitters on Petme can stay overnight in your home, which keeps pets on their routine. Share your gate or lobby details, the thermostat habits and the walk times. Check that your lease allows a guest staying over.
Are there pet care services in Hawthorne for short trips?
Short trips are usually covered by drop-in visits or a dog walk, and longer ones by overnight stays. Pick the service that fits your pet when you book in the app. Sitters can share photos and videos during the job.
Is there a dog hotel option near Hawthorne?
Petme sitters can host dogs in their own homes, an alternative to a kennel. Browse Hawthorne profiles in the app and ask about yard access, other pets and walk schedule. Message first so your dog can meet the sitter before the stay.
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