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I provide sitting in your home making sure they're fed and have plenty of water. I also will walk your dog when needed. I have a dog of my own she is a pit mix and a joy to have.
I provide pet sitting in your own home or dog walking. Dog park visits if doable and desired. I have a 3 yr old Aussie and 3 cats. I've trained my aussie, my mother's Rottie, and even made decent progress with pugs.
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have watched several dogs in the past, typically for families on vacation. I have watched a dog and a cat for a week, my duties included; feeding the animals, walking the dog, spending an hour or two with the pets. I have also done the same service for another family. I have watched up to three dogs and one cat to date at one...
Shanice can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding
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Lily B.
Quantico, VA
$15-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a very enthusiastic, energetic, and positive person who loves being around animals! I have about 1 year experience in pet care. I am a military wife and dog mom, who is using my love for animals to make a little extra cash. I am an organizer, multitasker, and hardworking individual. I am open to helping with sitting,...
Lily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Allison A.
Woodbridge, VA
$20-25/hr
I have at home/dog & cat sitting experience for 5+ years! I've managed to house sit with 4 dogs & 2 cats for half a month by myself. I have always loved all animals especially cats and dogs. If I could have them both in my home I would!
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
My name is Shahane F. and I am currently a college student attending NOVA. Some of my hobbies include reading, writing, sowing and much more. I love kids and have grown up taking care of my younger siblings as well as babysitting for family friends and neighbors. I also love animals and have a cat and dog of my own. Most of my...
Shahane can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi I'm Virginia. I'm a 25-year-old who loves dogs. For over 13 years I've had a Chihuahua and for the past 3 years a beautiful Cane Corso (128lbs aprox).
I'm confident, energetic and fun so I consider myself very proactive.
In a few occasions I have taken care of my friends pets and it's been wonderful so now I'm sharing my...
Virginia can also help with: Pet walking
I have owned over 4 pets in my lifetime, three cats and one dog. I have experience in dog-walking, pet-sitting, feeding, clean-up, and playing with the animals! I want to work with pets because I have a passion for animals, I want to make a positive impact in the lives of our furry friends and their owners, and I feel...
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Hello - I am an experienced pet care giver. I have a passion for animals and even ran an animal rescue at one time.
Deborah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I have experience taking care of cats, dogs and smaller critters such as hamsters and guinea pigs. I grew up with toy dogs, a Pekingese named Chen and a Japanese Chin named Lynn. My specialty is cats. As an SPCA volunteer, I was a cat socializer and fostered underweight and/or sick kittens. I still foster kittens now when...
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Jennie T.
Woodbridge, VA
$13-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I will come to your home to care for your pets. Walk, feed, hang out, watch TV, play ball, what ever it takes to keep them comfortable and happy while you are away from home. I grew up with a variety of pets which included a bird. As a mother of three adult children I have cared and loved for two guinea pigs, one hamster, two...
Jennie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
Myah S.
Triangle, VA
$13-19/hr
My whole life I have a had dogs and taken care of them. I have worked at 2 animal shelters. I have also done pet sitting on the app .
Myah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
A fun loving dog owner that is very comfortable with dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes! Love going on long walks and trips to the dog park!
Leslie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Sarah C.
Woodbridge, VA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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 sitting, pet walking
Jordyn P.
Fredericksburg, VA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have two dogs of my own and would love more experiences with more dogs! I love dogs of all sizes and ages. can also perform walks and baths.
Jordyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Samantha A.
Alexandria, VA
$13-20/hr • 2 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.
Allysa F.
Springfield, VA
$23-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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 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. "
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Daniela A.
Annandale, VA
$13-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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.
5.0
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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 sitting, pet walking
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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Recent dog 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
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Dumfries, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Dumfries, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Dumfries, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Dumfries, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Dumfries, 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 Dumfries, VA is $15.86.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Dumfries, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Dumfries, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Dumfries, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Dumfries, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Dumfries, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Dumfries, 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.