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60 dog sitters are listed in Falls Church, VA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Falls Church, VA
4.4
(43)
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: Grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding & 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.
5.0
(5)
I have been a dog walker and sitter on the dog app and currently have a 5 star rating. I love all animals and love walking dogs! I have also been babysitting my entire life for babies and children of all ages.
Kirby can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Kirby was all around awesome! She was on-time and very easy to communicate with before our dog-sitting session, which really put me at ease. My dog took a liking to her quickly and when I picked him up later that day, I could tell he was in great spirits. I highly...
Emily A.
5.0
(2)
Nothing brings me more joy than spending time with animals. Growing up I had everything from dogs and cats to birds and guinea pigs. I have over 10 years of professional experience as a certified dog trainer, veterinary assistant, and pet sitter. When your pet is under my care I ensure they are treated with the utmost respect,...
Samantha can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make my pup wag away! Will definitely hire again!! "
Care member
4.8
(37)
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, grooming, boarding, pet sitting, dog training, 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.
Ansley J.
Washington, DC
$16-21/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your home as well as dog walking services! I have grown up with dogs all my life and in my free time I volunteered with local animal shelters in the last few years - walking the dogs, feeding, and just keeping them company :) I am a huge animal person and would love to meet and take care of yours!
Ansley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"fabulous & reliable - my kids and golden retriever loved her!"
Caroline S.
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
Allysa F.
Springfield, VA
$23-28/hr • 6 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. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I can provide care for your pets in your home, or I can do drop in visits or a quick check in! I'm originally from Indiana where I volunteered frequently at the Lake County Animal Control Shelter in high school for about 2 years; until I left for college. I currently attend Howard University as a junior computer science major. I...
Chanelle can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Great pet sitter, very friendly."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thanks for stopping by - my name is Chyna. I've had pets all of my life and began dog sitting at age 10. Now 31, with four daughters, two dogs and a bunny, we're a full house but always looking to play with, care for and love on other pets!
Since I home school, we are around most of the day. I will be able to provide around...
Chyna can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Chyna is the best of the best! I needed pet care for my two cats while I was away on a 3 week trip. I had originally planned to drop them off at a boarding facility but the boarding facility cancelled my appointment the day of drop off. I reached out to Chyna...
Sasha W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Hannah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Sydney K.
Washington, DC
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Sydney. I've grown up with pets. My parents are veterinarians so I've had just about every animal. I spent the summer in Houston doing an internship and spent two weeks dog and house sitting. I really enjoyed that experience and would like to continue to watch people's pets.
Sydney can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Karen T.
Washington, DC
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a nursing student looking for occasional jobs that are short shifts (long if need be). I have experience in pet sitting, walking and transportation. I also have two dogs of my own! I love animals. I worked at a Banfield Pet Hospital for almost a year and encountered many different pets.
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of entrusting my cat to Karen's care while I was away for a weekend. I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have found such a reliable and attentive pet sitter like Karen.
From the moment I contacted Karen, she displayed a genuine...
Care member
Claudia C.
Arlington, VA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience pet sitting and walking. I have worked informally for families as a dog sitter and I have worked professionally as a Dog Daycare Attendant at Dogtopia-Pittsburgh. I recently moved back to the DC metro area and am looking for part time work to supplement my income. Professionally, I work from...
Claudia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Our dog was recently post-surgery and gets very anxious when we leave her but Claudia was able to adeptly handle all of these challenges and our dog showed no signs of separation anxiety while we were gone!"
Linda F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Pet/ House Sitting
I've grown up with cats and dogs, who grew into lovable family members. I have over 10 years of experience of providing care to animals.
Just like people, animals need love and affection. I am comfortable playing with, feeding (food and water) cats and dogs. I am able to walk dogs and scoop(replace) cat...
Whitney can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Whitney took care of my dog while I was out of town and she did an excellent job. She made sure my dog was fed, walked, played with etc. Overall, Whitney was great and I would recommend her services. "
Caitlin S.
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: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Beverly H.
Washington, DC
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Pet And House Sitter, Life-long Animal Lover
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up with cats and dogs in my family, and have been avid animal lover from a young age. During college I pet/house sat for my advisor and his two dogs and friendly cat. I currently live in a home with two cats, whom I adore. Happy to provide references upon request!
Beverly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Hilda A.
Bethesda, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm a mommy to three cuddly pups. I have great references. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
Hilda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(4)
Young professional living in Columbia Heights looking for pet sitting gigs. Grew up with dogs and cats! Love all animals and can handle tough pets.
I am willing to do overnights in your home! I have watched various pets across the city. I have a great and consistent track record - check out my reviews! :)
My skills include...
5.0
"Emma stayed in my home many times, taking care of my two dogs; one was elderly (and had to be pilled), the other is very rambunctious. Emma handled the two personalities gently but with confidence. On one occasion when I was away, she called, just to let me know...
Jenifer F.
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
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been a part time pet sitter for over 10 years, and I'm able to take care of a variety of dogs, cats, and other household pets. I have experience in multi-day and overnight sitting, as well as daily walking/care. I'm an enthusiastic animal lover and love every pet big or small! I'm also athletic, so I enjoy running...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Elizabeth is absolutely wonderful! She's been taking care of our precious dog Snickers for the past year. We travel often and Elizabeth has always taken great care of Snickers in our absence. She is punctual and keeps us informed with updates. We highly recommend...
Mary L.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Falls Church, VA
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.
Kirby T.
5.0
Kirby was all around awesome! She was on-time and very easy to communicate with before our dog-sitting session, which really put me at ease. My dog took a liking to her quickly and when I picked him up later that day, I could tell he was in great spirits. I highly recommend Kirby.
- Emily A.
Samantha M.
5.0
Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make my pup wag away! Will definitely hire again!!
- Care member
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.
Ansley J.
5.0
fabulous & reliable - my kids and golden retriever loved her!
- Caroline S.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Falls Church, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Falls Church, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Falls Church, 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 Falls Church, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Falls Church, 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 Falls Church, VA is $16.32.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Falls Church, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Falls Church, 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 Falls Church, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Falls Church, 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 Falls Church, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Falls Church, 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.