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Sara A.


Columbia, VA

$15-30/hr

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Experienced dog owner available for pet sitting, and dog walking. I am experienced with some small farm animals as well, and comfortable with indoor and outdoor pets.
Sara can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Abigail M.


Fork Union, VA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Caretaker

5.0

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I love pets, I have worked with pets extensively for years, including working at a doggy daycare and boarding facility
Abigail can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Mitsi W.


Louisa, VA

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter- Part Time Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced pet sitter with my own business, formerly in Charleston, SC, called "Wish You Were Home" Pet Sitting Services. I held this part time business for 3 years and cared for dogs, cats, and fish. I have always had dogs and cats as my own pets. I am reliable, loving, and trustworthy in my work. I am available most...
Mitsi can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, administration of medicine
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Mitsi is wonderful with our year old Chocolate Lab! She is caring and loves our baby. We love her! Very responsible! "

Katie K.

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Caitlyn M.


Palmyra, VA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom to a 1-year-old sweet little girl. I have life-long experience with many types of animals, especially dogs and horses. I am the proud aunt of 6 children with a babysitting background of 11 years. I currently have clients who trust me with house-sitting, horse training, childcare, along with dog and cat care. I am...
Caitlyn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Cait took care of my two daughters ages 3 and 6! She was fantastic. She's very caring, patient and friendly. My daughter's enjoyed their time with her. I'd definitely hire Cait to babysit for me again! "

April P.

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Jessica L.


Palmyra, VA

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Thank you for stopping by! I have experience training K-9's for border control agents as well as managing rehabilitation shelters/kennels. I've been volunteering at adoption shelters for 10+ years, as well as house sitting/dog sitting for many families over the years. I have my own transportation, and full availability. My...
Jessica can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi my name is Adrianna. I'm 19 and I'm looking to pet sit/dog walk! I have 2 cats and a dog. I have years of experience with animals so I thought why not help other people!
Adrianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm interested in starting a pet sitting and walking to my resume. I have two big dogs of my own and through this I have learned valuable skills. Although I have never specifically been a sitter/walker I was a professional nanny for many years and watched their animals as well. I can aid in the areas of walking, clicker...
Acacia can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Lia H.


Palmyra, VA

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

Passionate And Responsible Pet Caregiver

Hello! My name is Lia. I'm 24 years old and am currently a full time nursing student at Piedmont Virginia Community College, as well as a part time home caregiver for a person with special needs. I have owned dogs of all sizes my entire life. I also have experience with rodents, reptiles, cats, and birds. I love all animals big...
Lia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Whitley B.


Powhatan, VA

$13-20/hr

Dog Walker/Sitter

Hey, my name is Whitley and I am a recent high school graduate. Currently I am a nanny for a family and looking to expand into dog-sitting, dog walking, etc. Hope to hear from you!
Whitley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Carrie P.


Keswick, VA

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Pet Sitter!

Hi! I'm Carrie and currently in Plano until the end of September, when I'll be heading back to Oregon State University to start my junior year of college. I am an animal lover, and have dogs and horses of my own. I would treat you animals like my own as I know how much we love our pets. Excited to chat! -Carrie
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Alice P.


Palmyra, VA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Experienced Pet Sitter/dog Walker

I am a lifelong lover of animals who has always had cats and dogs in my home since childhood. I have often pet sat for friends, family, and neighbors, and am currently the happy owner of two cats. I am very experienced with dogs as well, and am comfortable with dogs of all sizes. I would be so excited to help you and your pets!
Alice can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Taylor B.


Powhatan, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Fun Sitter With An Energetic Personality!

I have 10+ years experience in dog, bird and cat care. I also have experience with fish (saltwater and freshwater), and snakes although these are relatively knew skills I am still developing. In addition to this I am fully vaccinated. I have always had pets in my life and would love to take on caring for your fury, feathery, or...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 3 boys who always loved animals and been around animals my whole life. I have 4 dogs , 4 cats 2 pigs some snakes lerpeds, turtles I've also had chickens, birds .. I can do pet sitting in my home. I can take your dog for walk etc ...
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Ruth P.


Maidens, VA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Friendly, Reliable Pet Sitter!

Hey! My name is Ruth and I can't wait to work with you! I've had about 4 years of paid experience dog, cat, fish, and horse sitting for friends and neighbors. I love animals and I would love to hear from you!
Ruth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have pet sit and dog walked occasionally throughout the years. I don't have much experience with animals outside the normal range of pets but I do well with cats and dogs specifically.
Vanessa can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Jacob G.


Bumpass, VA

$13-17/hr

Looking To Care For Local Pets

Hello, my name is Jacob! I'm an Eagle Scout and college student new to the area, looking to provide any work or care services that may be needed! I have a long history of caring for children due to my experience in scouting, and have cared for pets my entire life, with 2 previous dogs and 2 current dogs! My experience has also...
Jacob can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Amanda P.


Mineral, VA

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Amanda I'm a senior at west Virginia university. I have been a dog walker and a dog sitter for 10 years. I have also cared for many other small and big animals such as cats hamsters lizards and horses. If u need someone for dog / other animal boarding I'm available! I'm also available to walk your dogs
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, boarding, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation & more
I have a golden doodle and a yorkie and love them so much! I would love to get to love your pups as well!
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Kara K.


Palmyra, VA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kara, I'm a 27-year-old career professional, currently employed full time in a fully remote position. My schedule is flexible for in-home pet sitting and dog walking opportunities. I was raised around cats and dogs, currently have a cat of my own and dog at home, and have years worth of experience pet sitting...
Kara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Christy A.


Powhatan, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time- Full Time Caregiver

I provide pet sitting in your own home. I live in Powhatan. Currently, our animal family consists of 2 dogs, 4 cats and chickens, I love animals of all sizes and ages! I have also had a goat and rabbits as pets. Happy to provide other services such as water plants and bring in mail as needed.
Christy can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation

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