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Britney B.

Burke, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello, I am a college student looking to make extra money this summer. I have owned two cats of my own, as well as a few fish. I have had plentiful experiences working with dogs as well. I am willing to pet sit, walk them, and drive them to places as needed.
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Melanie J.

Pet Sitter

Burke, VA

from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I can provide all pet sitting services you would need. I love all animals, I currently have one cat, Luna. My experience varies from taking care of my own sickly guinea pig, to a friends elderly and frail dog, to a fish tank, turtles, a cat, and a dog all at once. I can perform any basic tasks as well as grooming and caring for...
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Jasmine D.

Burke, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Jasmine. I have many years of pet care experience as I have many family dogs, and have done pet sitting for friends and family!
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Silvia A.

Burke, VA

from
$13/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Pet Sitter Bio: Ever since I can remember, I have always been around and loved animals. I have had many beloved pets growing up, including; cats, dogs, rabbits and a turtle. I started pet sitting when one of the families I worked with babysitting asked me to take car of their cat many years ago. Since then I've being pet...
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Karla H.

Burke, VA

from
$20/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
I can provide dog sitting in your home or go on long walks in necessary. I can look after bigger dogs but smaller ones I don't mind!
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Ramsha A.

Burke, VA

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals, especially dogs!! I had 5 of my own back in my hometown. I love dog sitting!! Makes me happy!
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Ava W.

Burke, VA

from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I have years of experience with cats, dogs, and horses. I have four of my own labs, two cats, and three horses. I have been walking and caring for friends and families animals for four years, as well as walking, boarding, and sitting dogs and cats . I am a sophomore at Penn State University, and am looking to give some extra...
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Angie Melissa B.

Burke, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 5 years of pet sitter experience. As well as pet sitting for family and friends, I truly enjoy spending time with dogs and have two Shiba Inu myself! I normally have availability any day of the week with previous notice. Right now I'm a nursing student, so I'm just looking to be more flexible with my...
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Karen F.

Burke, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Karen and I live in Burke. I am thrilled to offer my dog walking and pet sitting services to fellow pet lovers here and in our surrounding communities. I am a former FCPS teacher. I taught for 23 years, but wanted to pursue working with animals in some way, so I followed my heart and here I am. With years of...
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Bernice L.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Burke, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
Since the last 23 years we owned 3 rescue dogs . We currently enjoy our sweet rescue Sugar , a Border Collie / Viszla / English Setter / Pekinese / Scottish Terrier mix . She gets twice / day long walks and a lot of love . I like to take care of any size dogs, also 2 - 3 dogs at once. I was sitting for a sweet ginger cat named...
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Catherine M.

Part Time House Sitter/ Pet Sitter

Burke, VA

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
My name is Catherine I am 23 years old and I currently live in Burke, Va. During the week I work full time in Vienna at a healthcare consulting company. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have many, many years of experience in watching animals, and I have even raised my own dog up from a pup myself. I have previously...
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Jada W.

Vienna, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I currently work as a Registered Behavioral Therapist in the NOVA area. However, I have always had a passion for helping others. I have volunteered in shelters, daycares, homes for the elderly; this is where I gained my passion for housekeeping, pet-sitting, teaching and working with those with special needs. I...

Joel V. says "Jada stayed with my two dogs for a few hours on a weekend, Saturday and Sunday, walked them, and did a little housekeeping. Jada is great and I look...

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Sheila V.

Annandale, VA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Katarina M.

Falls Church, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Katarina! I've grew up at the farm, surrounded by many pets who have always been a big part of my life. I couldn't imagine my life not being surrounded by furry friends! Currently, I'm working as a house manager, and part of my job is taking care of a puppy. I've also pet-sat for a lot of family and friends when...

Eric S. says "Katarina recently cared for my cat while I was gone for almost a week. She did a fantastic job. In fact, I think my cat was sorry to see me return and...

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Van H.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi my name is Becky Shinawatra-Vailikit. I've been walking dogs and dog sitting for about 5 years now. Love being out doors getting some fresh air with the pups.

Care Member says "Becky has helped with our two dogs for few years now. She is very caring, dedicated, and dependable! On few occasions she took care of our dogs while we...

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Hannah L.

Part-time Pet Sitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
I have owned dogs and cats for my entire life. For a couple years, there was also a fish and a hamster in my parents' house. I have had experience caring for both dogs and cats. I can provide in home care with light grooming and baths as needed. My family has owned large dogs, so I am comfortable caring for and walking dogs of...
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Lindsey J.

Loving Pet Sitter

Arlington, VA

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
I absolutely love animals and have cared for both dogs and cats. I'm happy to stop by and feed them as needed, take them on walks, bathe them and any other requests you may have. Also, I am available to house sit and watch your pet(s) if you will be away so you don't have to board your pet. Please let me know if you are...
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Carolina B.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Dog Walker & Pet Sitter I have a huge passion for animals and I am a reliable and trustworthy dog walker and pet sitter who loves doing that!
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Jannell Q.

Springfield, VA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting services. I have dog sat for over 3 years. I love all animals of all shapes and sizes.
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Kathleen A.

Part Time Pet Sitter/walker

Oakton, VA

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
grooming
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.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.18/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Burke, VA

Dog Sitters in Burke, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Jada W.

Jada stayed with my two dogs for a few hours on a weekend, Saturday and Sunday, walked them, and did a little housekeeping. Jada is great...

- Joel V.

Katarina M.

Katarina recently cared for my cat while I was gone for almost a week. She did a fantastic job. In fact, I think my cat was sorry to see...

- Eric S.

Van H.

Becky has helped with our two dogs for few years now. She is very caring, dedicated, and dependable! On few occasions she took care of our...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Burke, VA

Dog sitters near you in Burke, VA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Burke, VA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Burke, VA is $14.18.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Burke, VA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Burke, VA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Burke, VA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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