Find Trusted Dog Sitters Near Me in Fairfax, VA
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60 dog sitters are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Fairfax, VA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maddie and I am an animal lover who provides dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home and also do dog walking as well. I am very caring, trustworthy, and punctual. I also have 2 years of paid experience.
Madison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Madison is very sweet and dependable. She is also very attentive to requests. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you for taking care of my two cats while I was away!"
Anthony S.
5.0
(1)
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 walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Jannell Q.
Springfield, VA
$20-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting services. I have dog sat for over 3 years. I love all animals of all shapes and sizes.
Jannell can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Yolina O.
Manassas, VA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I provide drop in visits, dog walking, and a lot of other things that may be helpful. I'm an experienced pet sitter with great references and 5+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and some training on basics if needed
Yolina can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Amazing! She was so sweet and great to my puppy. Thank you so much for watching him. I'd definitely recommend."
Tara S.
Sheila V.
Annandale, VA
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
4.5
(44)
Hired by 69 families in your neighborhood
My name is Linda and I am a caring, love and tidy to attention petsitter. I have been doing this for over 10 years. I do part-time pet walking for early morning, early afternoon and evenings. I am very flexible and don't mind working around your hours. As a part time job I work at a vet right in Fairfax and have been there for...
Linda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, grooming, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I've been using Linda's service for over two years now and have had a great experience with her. She is always prompt to respond and is available whenever (except when she get married and went on her honeymoon - I guess I can excuse that :) ). I highly recommend...
Lannie N.
4.8
(38)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jimena. I am 40 years old and a huge animal lover! I have had pets all of my life and have grown to care and love them deeply. My true passion in life is to aid, help and save lives. I advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves :)
I am a certified veterinary assistant and animal behaviorist who has...
Jimena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding, grooming, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We use Jimena repeatedly when we need someone to come take care of our dogs and bunny and she is trustworthy, on time, responsible, and always provides updates! I trust her in my home overnight and has always taken care of things while we are gone. She has even...
Alison K.
Daniela A.
Annandale, VA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Daniela I am a 18-year-old high school graduate! I will be attending James Madison University next fall to major in elementary education. I adore kids, animals, outdoor activities, arts and crafts and more! I work at a daycare, so I am always with kids & I have been babysitting, dog walking and cat sitting for the...
5.0
(1)
I have been pet sitting for about 8 years now. I love all animals and feel as though they are an important apart of the family. I am a very responsible and reliable sitter who's main focus is to make your pet comfortable and provide care and companionship while you are away. I have great references if needed.
Mia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Mia is a reliable and responsible pet caretaker. She has always been dependable with all of our animals. "
Danna D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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.
Bernice can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Katarina M.
Falls Church, VA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Katarina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"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 Katarina no longer come to play with him."
Eric S.
Ana M.
Herndon, VA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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 of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Ana can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Katherine W.
Reston, VA
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Dog Owner And Cat Sitter Looking To Make Smiles Happen!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katherine, and I have been working with animals on and off since late high school.
In high school, I worked with some neighborhood cats- feeding, cleaning litterboxes, playing, etc...
In college, I have been working as a seasonal dog walker/pet sitter. Currently, I work as a dog bather in the grooming suite...
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Katherine has been my best dog Walker yet. The care and attention she gives to the details is hard to come by. She is always on time and goes the extra mile to make sure the dogs are not only fed, and walked, but also played with and loved on. She is great at...
Parmjeet K.
5.0
(2)
I'm a military spouse and a Mom. I grew up with dogs, cats, birds, mammals, and fishes. I'm looking forward to helping you with your pets. Thank you!
Andini can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Andini provided wonderful care for my 8 year old. She was punctual, let my son enjoy his time yet followed my instructions about screen time. She was also never on her phone and was very reliable. Would highly recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have previously worked for an all indoor, open-play daycare facility. I have experience working with up to 40 dogs at a time, and just about every breed you can imagine. I have dealt with aggressive and strong dogs, and have even had to break up some scuffles, so no job is too tough for me. I am your go to if you have a dog...
Jenn can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, grooming, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a GMU graduate. I am originally from Peru and moved to the U. S in 2006. I am 21 years old, hardworking, timely and responsible. I have many years of experience as a dog owner and sitter. I have a Pit bull-Akita mix that was a handful as a puppy, but was a 100% trained by me and she has grown into the most loving and...
Maria Del Carmen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"MC was a life saver! She watched my 9 week old puppy and cat this past weekend. I came home to two very happy pets. I loved that amount of experience she has and felt very comfortable leaving my fur babies with her :) I would definitely hire her again."
Olivia K.
Allysa F.
Springfield, VA
$23-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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. "
Care member
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.
Kathleen S.
Springfield, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Veterinary Assistant Available For Part-time Pet Care
Hi! I'm a HUGE animal lover and was a full time veterinary assistant for many years, and a horse groom for years before that! I have an associates degree in animal science, and a bachelors in equine business. I have worked with and have experience with almost every animal. I also have a 1-year-old am staffy/pit named Loki who is...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Fairfax, VA
Madison K.
5.0
Madison is very sweet and dependable. She is also very attentive to requests. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you for taking care of my two cats while I was away!
- Anthony S.
Yolina O.
5.0
Amazing! She was so sweet and great to my puppy. Thank you so much for watching him. I'd definitely recommend.
- Tara S.
Linda L.
5.0
This was our first time having a pet sitter for our cats and Linda was great! She showed up the days we needed her and when we got home everything was taken care of. We will definitely be hiring her again.
- Ellen B.
Jimena E.
4.0
Jimena has helped to train our dogs to behave better on walks, to sit at intersections when she stops and they look forward to their weekly walks with her.
- Marianna D.
Mia S.
5.0
Mia is a reliable and responsible pet caretaker. She has always been dependable with all of our animals.
- Danna D.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Fairfax, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Fairfax, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA is $16.55.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Fairfax, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Fairfax, 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.