Simi Valley is a house city. The census counts 33,431 of its 45,201 housing units as detached single-family homes, with 32,939 owner-occupied against 11,561 rented. Only 6,142 units sit in buildings of five apartments or more, so most cats here have a whole house to themselves. That suits drop-in visits for cats, once or twice a day, and overnight stays for dogs with yards in Wood Ranch or Bridle Path. Older streets near Old Town and Downtown Simi Valley have smaller lots, which favors shorter walks. Part of the city reads Spanish first: 21,519 residents aged five and over speak it at home, so write feeding notes in Spanish if that is yours.
Simi Valley, CA
Cat sitters and dog walkers in Simi Valley, California
Your cost is the sitter's own rate with no owner fee added, and cashback from each booking goes toward the next. Simi Valley Unified closes December 18 and reopens January 6, so book early.
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.
Simi Valley, CA
Booking a sitter in Simi Valley on Petme
0% owner fee
0% owner fee: you pay the sitter's own rate, from a dog walk on the Arroyo Simi Trail to a week of visits.
Cashback toward your next booking
Cashback lands in your Petme balance after each booking, so the Thanksgiving trip, November 23 to 27, costs less.
ID and background checked
Every sitter is ID-verified and background-checked before taking bookings in Wood Ranch or Old Town.
Photos, videos and reviews
Sitters can share photos and videos on Petme, and owner reviews help you choose before the December closure.
Verified pet sitters in Simi Valley
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
5 average from 4 reviews by Simi Valley pet parents
Iuliia
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Usually replies within an hour
Because your furry baby deserves the best 💗
Los Angeles
From $28
Stephanie!
Availability confirmed 2d ago
Usually replies within an hour
Giving your fur babies the love they deserve! 💜
Santa Clarita
From $12
Katherine Evans
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Usually replies within an hour
Loving and Reliable Pet Sitter!!
Los Angeles
From $14
Shaniya Kerns
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Just a girl who loves dogs
Los Angeles
From $20
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
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
alyssa lei
Availability confirmed today
Usually replies within a few days
Burbank
From $12
Shaina
Availability confirmed today
Usually replies within a few hours
SHAINA THE DOGWALKER
Santa Monica
From $25
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
Paloma Mollinedo hernandez
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
I’m Paloma, Spanish and dog lover.
Los Angeles
From $30
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
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
Michelle
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within an hour
I give the best belly rubs 🖤
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
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
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
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
Typical rates
What sitters in Simi Valley 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
$20 to $34 a visit
Dog walking
$18 to $32 a walk
A house city, from Wood Ranch to the older tracts
Summer afternoons above 90 and the long December closure
The Woodland Hills station, the closest weather record we sourced, counts 115 afternoons a year at or above 90 degrees, and its August high normal is 97. A sitter checks the air conditioning before the food bowl and moves dog walks to early morning or evening. Winter is the mild half: 67 nights a year drop below 40 degrees and only 11 reach freezing, so a stopped heater is a smaller problem than a stopped compressor. Two windows carry the work. Simi Valley Unified closes December 18, 2026 and reopens January 6, so twice-a-day visits stack for almost three weeks. Spring recess runs March 29 to April 5, 2027, and Thanksgiving adds a shorter block from November 23 to 27.
Leash habits and the Arroyo Simi Trail
Pet rules in Simi Valley come from the city and Ventura County animal services, so confirm the current license and leash requirements with them before a long booking. A sitter or walker should keep your dog on a leash in parks and on public streets. Walkers start at Simi Dog Park or Rancho Simi Community Park and use the Arroyo Simi Trail for longer routes, while Corriganville Park suits a weekend outing. Before the first walk, send the sitter your dog's license tag details, your vet's contact and your feeding notes in the Petme app, so everything is in one place.
Pet care services in Simi Valley
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Simi Valley
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Simi Valley
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Simi Valley
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Simi Valley
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Simi Valley
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FAQ
Questions from Simi Valley pet owners
How does a cat sitter in Simi Valley work?
A cat sitter visits your home once or twice a day to feed, scoop and play, so your cat stays on its routine. You message sitters in the Petme app, agree on dates and the key handover, and book there. The app runs on iOS and Android.
Can I book a dog walker in Simi Valley for a regular schedule?
Yes, you can message a dog walker about the days and times that suit you and book in the Petme app. The walker keeps your dog leashed in public. Sitters can share photos and videos from a walk.
How much does pet sitting in Simi Valley cost?
Here is the short version: you pay the sitter's own rate, and Petme adds no owner fee on top. Cashback from each completed booking sits in your Petme balance and is applied to the next, so that one costs less. The list on this page shows typical local ranges.
Is dog sitting in Simi Valley safe for my dog?
Every sitter is ID-verified and background-checked before taking bookings, and each profile carries owner reviews. If your dog needs eligible vet care, the Protection Plan can help up to $22,000. Read its terms in the app before you book.
Can a house sitter in Simi Valley cover a December trip?
A house sitter can stay at or visit your home while you are away, which suits the three weeks Simi Valley Unified is closed from December 18. You agree on pets, plants and mail in a message first. Book early, since those weeks fill.
What does cat sitting in Simi Valley include?
Cat sitting covers feeding, fresh water, litter and play, plus a look at the air conditioning when afternoons pass 90 degrees. You list what your cat needs in the app and the sitter follows it. Visits can run once or twice a day.
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