Jan’s Pet Sitting offers in-home cat sitting and midday dog walking services in San Mateo, CA. We are locally owned and have served the San Mateo County Peninsula since 1996. Every pet sitter and dog walker at Jan’s Pet Sitting is an employee, is background checked, and is covered under our bond, insurance and our workers compensation policy.
For San Mateo pet owners, a pet sitting business that uses employees matters. As an independently owned, local business your pet will receive consistent care from a member of our team. We will follow your instructions exactly and communicate directly with you before, during, and after every visit.
Zip Codes Served: 94401, 94402, 94403, 94404
About San Mateo
Downtown San Mateo is one of the most walkable areas on the peninsula, built around the Caltrain station, “B” Street and many restaurants and shops.
San Mateo’s green spaces are favorite dog walking areas. San Mateo’s Central Park, Coyote Point Recreation Area and College of San Mateo are also popular areas to enjoy with your dog.

San Mateo Pet Care Services
Cat Sitting – Cat sitting visits include 30, 45, and 60-minute visits, depending on the type of care your cat needs.
Dog Walking – We offer midday dog walks (M-F).
Pet Sitting – Pet sitting services are available only for cats and other small animals.
San Mateo Veterinarians Our Team Knows
Whatever vet your pet sees, we’ll keep their contact information and your care instructions on file for every visit. However, these are some of the veterinarians we have worked with.
North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic
North Amphlett Blvd.
San Mateo, CA 94401
Lenity Vet Specialists
North Amphlett Blvd.
San Mateo, CA 94401
Omega Veterinary Group
North Amphlett Blvd.
San Mateo, CA 94401
Why Pet Owners Choose Us
Since 1996, pet owners in the San Mateo Peninsula have entrusted their pets to our care. As members of the local community, we are dedicated to providing the best care possible, and to upholding professional standards in doing so.
- Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS) — Pet Sitters International
- Pet Sitters International (PSI) Member
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- Founding Member, Peninsula Professional Pet Sitters
- Bonded and insured
- All staff are background-checked employees, not independent contractors
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jan’s Pet Sitting serve San Mateo, CA?
Yes. Jan’s Pet Sitting provides in-home pet sitting, cat sitting, and dog walking throughout San Mateo.
What areas of San Mateo do you cover?
Jan’s covers all of San Mateo, from the downtown core near Central Park to the western neighborhoods near the San Mateo Highlands. Our service area includes zip codes 94401, 94402, 94403, and 94404.
See the full FAQ for pricing, visit details, booking, and insurance questions.
Schedule a Consultation
Contact Jan’s Pet Sitting to schedule your free in-person consultation or to ask any questions about our services in the San Mateo peninsula.
Call us: 650-341-6255 (voice calls only)
Email: info@janspetsitting.com
Or use our online contact form to contact us.