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Elizabeth B.


Fairfax Station, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Dedicated Pet Sitter

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Hello, my name is Elizabeth and I'm thrilled to introduce myself as a dedicated and experienced pet sitter. Whether you need me to walk your dog, entertain your cat or feed your fish, I'm your girl! I have owned many pets and have a passion for caring for our furry friends, so don't hesitate to reach out!
Elizabeth can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
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Cecilia U.


Woodbridge, VA

$13-20/hr

Part Time Sitter Available

I have been in love with animals for as long as I can remember. I've had many cats and cat encounters over the years. Recently, I've had a new fondness of pups!! I recently got my first sitting job; a gorgeous German shepherd named Milly! Im really looking forward to meeting your family as well as the pup or kitty.
Cecilia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs/cats of all sizes and ages.
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Samantha A.


Alexandria, VA

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love animals and have had plenty of expierence with all sorts of pets, from Hamsters and rats to cats and dogs.
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sam is such a wonderful pet sitter. My animals took to her so quickly and she is just so loving towards animals. She's been the best pet sitter I've hired so far."

Debbie E.

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Allysa F.


Springfield, VA

$23-28/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

**I will not accept any boarding requests, I only go to owner's homes to care for their furry family** Hi, my name is Allysa and I'm 21 years old. I have been pet sitting for 7 years. My friends and family know they can rely on me to take care of their pets. I have potty trained puppies, administered medications (intranasal,...
Allysa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Allysa is fantastic. I've used her twice for cat sitting jobs and have her booked for a third job in a few months. She's easy to communicate with, comfortable medicating my cat, and even helps out with a few odds and ends around the house while I'm away. I'm...

Jessica K.

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Daniela A.


Annandale, VA

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Daniela A, I am a 20-year-old attending James Madison University! I am majoring in Elementary Education. -I love animals I always have -I've been dog walking, dog sitting and cat sitting for a little over 8 years now. -I have a dog and a cat Please message me if you're interested !
5.0
"Daniela has been a wonderfully responsible dog-sitter and walker for our golden retriever. She is clearly an animal-lover and is very professional and outgoing. We highly recommend Daniela and look forward to continuing to have her watch our dog."

Monica M.

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Tracy C.


Bristow, VA

$13-25/hr

Excellent Pet Sitter

Hello! My name is Tracy. I have been a pet sitter for 6 years. I have cared for dogs, cats, fish, and birds. I have 6 cats of my own. I love animals! I am looking for a part time job to help support my family. I am very responsible and will take care of your animals as if they were my own. I am an excellent communicator and will...
Tracy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Tracy is our go to person to watch our cat when we are on vacation. She always gives a daily update and picture (and she even goes the extra mile by doing some weeding!). We know our cat and home are in good hands with Tracy. We highly recommend her."

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Jancy M.


Alexandria, VA

$11-20/hr7 yrs exp

Dog Boarding

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there, my name is Jancy. I am a pet sitter and offer dog boarding while you're away :) I have been working with dogs for several years as a dog walker, dog sitter, and as a kennel supervisor/veterinary assistant in at an Animal Hospital. Currently, I only dog boarding. We also have two dogs and two cats that know the...
Jancy can also help with: Boarding
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Ashley B.


Alexandria, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Pet And House Sitter Who Is Available For Any And All Pet Needs!

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I have over 17 years of experience in pet sitting and house sitting. I love all animals and understand that they are as important as any other family member. I have experience with all different types of animals from cats to dogs to more exotic pets like hedgehogs and snakes. I have been hired for all different types of jobs...
Ashley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Ashley did an excellent job house/pet sitting for us! We felt very comfortable, leaving our dog with her. She responded quickly with pictures when we had questions about how things were going. Would definitely hire her again!"

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Kathleen A.


Oakton, VA

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter/walker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a junior at Virginia Tech and got a puppy over quarantine back in March. I know how much attention dogs need and love to play with them. I have had dogs and cats all my life and am very experienced in caring for them. I would also pet sit for my neighbors ever since middle school.
Kathleen can also help with: Grooming, pet walking
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Siera J.


Springfield, VA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

College student, animal lover willing to help care for pets in your home. Dog and cat lover of all sizes and personalities.
Siera can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Rofida K.


Falls Church, VA

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Care For Your Pets While Your Gone

I have cared for the families dogs and cat while they were out of town and enjoyed it I figured it might be a side job I might be able to pick up. :) I can pet sit well you are out of town
Rofida can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Ariane C.


Alexandria, VA

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

AVAILABLE DURING HOLIDAYS! Hello my name is Ariane, I am a freelancer with a flexible schedule and a massive love for animals! I am searching for an opportunity in DMV area. Services: I can take care of pet feeding, providing long walks, and animal care, litter clean ups, cleaning, house light arranging/cleaning, pet...
Ariane can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Took special care of our cat while we were on vacation. She gave him a lot of attention and care and sent us a lot of pictures."

Celina P.

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Barbara H.


Fredericksburg, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Animal Care Service

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Barbara and I'm an experienced animal person interested in providing pet care in the South Stafford area. I am a 30 year plus owner of dogs, cats, and horses. I have prior pet-sitting experience with other small mammals, exotics, and birds. Reasonable rates. Drop in visits available. I invite you to reach out...
Barbara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Barbara was responsive and dependable, and went out of her way to connect with and care for my three cats. She has been delightful to work with and I will be contacting her again in the future for more assistance!"

Sarah S.

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Nicole C.


Bristow, VA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

4.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with three dogs and two cats, so I've had tons of experience with animals. I used to pet sit for a family when they went on vacation each summer, when I was in high school. I baby-sit a child and we have to take the dog walking every day and this is a huge husky, but very loving. I also have two little red ear slider...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"This was our first time hiring someone to take care of our fur-babies (2 Siberian Huskies) for a weekend. As fur-parents we wanted someone who was caring, friendly, and trustworthy with our pets. Nicole was everything. She went above and beyond to help care for our...

Nina V.

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Corrin C.


Fairfax, VA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Sitter/walker Available!

Animals are a very big passion of mine. They are amazing beings that try to connect with us. I have two cats, Ana and Elijah, and a dog, Nandi. I also have two newborn kittens, both boys, Silas and Enoch. For five years I watched a house full of animals as volunteer work. There were at any time between 20-30 cats, four dogs,...
Corrin can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, dog training, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Corrin is kind, patient, hardworking, and thorough. She was truly a blessing to me and my family. "

Nichole J.

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Kathleen H.


Nokesville, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Walker

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I love animals and have had dogs and cats my entire life. I grew up with several cats, a Cockapoo and 2 Pomeranian's. I am also comfortable with large dogs of all breeds. I currently have 1 dog Koda, a Belgian Tervuren and at one point had 2 Belgian Sheepdogs and 2 Belgian Tervuren's.
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Super friendly with our pets. Keeps me informed on any events that has happened while in her care. Also tells me if she stumbled upon accidents prior to her arrival to our home."

Robin H.

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Margaret B.


Waldorf, MD

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Maggi B, I have been caring for pets since 2014, and I love every second of it. I have plenty of references, energy, and experience. I am a caring, compassionate and driven person who would love to help you out with any of your pet sitting needs. Animals I have experience with- Dogs, Cats, Birds, Fish, Hermit...
Margaret can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Sheila V.


Annandale, VA

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide dog walking and sitting in your own home! I'm an experienced dog sitter with 4 years of experience. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.

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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Dumfries, VA

Samantha A.

5.0

Sam is such a wonderful pet sitter. My animals took to her so quickly and she is just so loving towards animals. She's been the best pet sitter I've hired so far.

- Debbie E.

Allysa F.

5.0

Allysa is great! I always get a ton of dog updates while she watches my dogs. She clearly cares about taking care of them as well as my home while she is in it.

- Care member

Daniela A.

5.0

Daniela has been a wonderfully responsible dog-sitter and walker for our golden retriever. She is clearly an animal-lover and is very professional and outgoing. We highly recommend Daniela and look forward to continuing to have her watch our dog.

- Monica M.

Tracy C.

5.0

Tracy has been our cat sitter for 6 years and we couldn’t be happier with her. She is reliable, trustworthy, accommodating, and caring. Our cat might like her as much as he does us! She provides us with thorough, daily updates when we are away, and even sends amazing pictures of our cat (she’s a...

- Care member

Ashley B.

5.0

Ashley did an excellent job house/pet sitting for us! We felt very comfortable, leaving our dog with her. She responded quickly with pictures when we had questions about how things were going. Would definitely hire her again!

- Care member

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