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60 dog sitters are listed in Glen Allen, VA
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Glen Allen, VA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jacqueline. I love all animals, but I have the most experience with dogs. I have grown up with dogs my whole life, and have sat for a few families with dogs. I have never owned a cat, but I do have experience sitting for families with cats. I am comfortable with pretty much any task necessary, unless it's...
Christine B.
Henrico, VA
$8-13/hr
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Christine! I am a college student at the University of Mary Washington. My family and I have to labs and I love them to death and they are so precious! I have dog sat for a while week before however, I get a lot of my experience of taking care of pets through families I nanny. I play with them and walk them while I also...
5.0
(1)
Having grown up around family pets I have always been very comfortable around animals. Now that I cohabitate with my little guy Peaches the tabbycat, I understand how important quality and stress free pet care is. It's been said that I have a calming presence with nervous pets and I am my friend's and family's first call when...
Rhee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Dependable and Sweet. My dog is very skittish and Rhee is her favorite person! She has a gentle way about her that shows for my animals. Definitely would recommend!"
Janine H.
Jasmine L.
Richmond, VA
$15-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.9
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jasmine and I love all animals, especially dogs! Animals are my passion and I am aspiring to one day become a vet-tech, in fact, I just moved to Richmond for school in that field! I am happy to care for your animals with excellent quality. I have seven years worth of pet sitting experience, as well as coming up on...
Jasmine can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Jasmine took care of my four cats while I was away over the Christmas holiday. Two of them are very shy, but she was able to befriend all of them. She is very affordable and flexible with time. I would definitely recommend Jasmine!"
Bobbi P.
Martha D.
Henrico, VA
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Happy Sitter For Cats, Rabbits, Small Dogs, Relaxed Larger Dogs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for fur babies, mainly cats, my whole adult life and always had at least one pet cat during childhood. I volunteered at Richmond SPCA with the cats in the catillions, townhouses, and rehab. I also helped them with enrichment with some dogs. I love getting to know each kitty's personality. I am also very dependable...
Martha can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Martha provided the services needed and lots of love for my aging cat, Tulip, while I was away during the holidays. She provided me with ample updates while I was gone regarding Tulip, so that I would not be too worried, and when I returned home, my house was...
Justin B.
I started pet sitting on a regular basis when I was 16 years old for family friends and neighbors. When I turned 20, I made a professional profile as a petsitter with a pet sitting company. Through that company I had the privilege of taking care of a variety of different animals. I'm my years as a pet sitting I've worked with...
Carly can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Leah D.
Richmond, VA
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Leah and I am a pet lover! I was a pet care associate for almost a year at a pet resort. I was also approved to walk all types of dogs via my supper proof hanging certificate. I can care for small, larger, anxious, energetic etc. all pets! I also have years of experience in dog and cat sitting in my home town.
Leah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I like working with animals because I grew up with them! I grew up on a farm. My house peaked at 4 dogs and 4 cats at the same time! As a kid I helped raise 20+ goats, 40+ rabbits, 3 horses and donkeys, and 40+ chickens at any given time! There is nothing I love more than spending time with animals.
I want to spend time...
Ysanne S.
Richmond, VA
$12-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I would love to help your family out with their furry friends. I have lots of experience with cats and dogs, but am open to helping with pet sitting of any kind!
Ysanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have grown up with both cats and dogs! I love animals and am comfortable with all types of pets! I can do dog walking or cat sitting/feeding. I have also owned some lizards in my life :) I have my own transportation and am available for daytime check ins!
Isobel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hailey A.
Henrico, VA
$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! Ive owned pets for all of my life as well as helped others care for theirs. I'm available for pet sitting and dog walking.
Hailey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been a pet sitter for 3-4 years. I have pet sat with dogs ranging from 250 pound english mastiff to a 4 pound chuiuiuia and everything in between. I love to take the dogs on adventures to the river and tire them out. Also mass amounts of snuggles and love!
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm experienced with small dogs and medium sized dogs. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also complete dog walking!
Alexandria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Former Dog owner, I've been boarding dogs in my Home. com for over two years. Please check the website for additional details about my dog sitting experience.
Vanessa can also help with: Boarding
Clare S.
Richmond, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experience house and pet-sitting dogs and cats, including dog-walking, feeding, and medication administration.
Clare can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been taking care of a various amount of animals since I was 10 years old. We had goats, dogs, cats, and even prairie dogs! As an adult, I have taken care of cats, dogs, and bearded dragons. This includes walking, feeding, administering medication, and boarding of cats. Your animals will always be top priority when I sit...
Krystal can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
My qualifications are:
Vet Tech Experience
Equine Professional (20 years experience in Equine care/husbandry)
Completed Advanced Dog Behavior classes Via University of Richmond in partnership with the Richmond SPCA
I enjoy all animals. Horses are my specialty but dogs are a close second!
Hard to manage animals(i. e....
Kristin can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, dog training & more
Emily W.
Richmond, VA
$12-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have pet sat for dogs and cats in the past whether I stay at the residence, they stay with me, or I just stop in to take care of them. I was raised with dogs in my house and started pet sitting them for my parents as soon as I could drive. Not too long after that I started pet sitting for my neighbor's dogs and cats from a...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Maryland Humane Society Foster of the Year. Experienced with cats, kittens, dogs, puppies (including large breeds), rabbits, Guinea pigs. I worked closely with veterinarians and can medicate and treat many illnesses and medical conditions.
I am available for drop-in care and dog walking or home stays.
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have always had an animal since I was born! At one point, my family had 2 dogs, 4 cats, 4 rabbits, 6 chickens, and 2 guinea pigs. I am very experienced in the proper care required for many animals. I would treat your animal like my own!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Glen Allen, VA
Rhee M.
5.0
Dependable and Sweet. My dog is very skittish and Rhee is her favorite person! She has a gentle way about her that shows for my animals. Definitely would recommend!
- Janine H.
Jasmine L.
5.0
Jasmine took care of my four cats while I was away over the Christmas holiday. Two of them are very shy, but she was able to befriend all of them. She is very affordable and flexible with time. I would definitely recommend Jasmine!
- Bobbi P.
Martha D.
5.0
Martha provided the services needed and lots of love for my aging cat, Tulip, while I was away during the holidays. She provided me with ample updates while I was gone regarding Tulip, so that I would not be too worried, and when I returned home, my house was spotless! No hairballs or vomit, and...
- Justin B.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Glen Allen, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Glen Allen, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Glen Allen, 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 Glen Allen, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Glen Allen, 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 Glen Allen, VA is $13.89.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Glen Allen, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Glen Allen, 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 Glen Allen, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Glen Allen, 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 Glen Allen, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Glen Allen, 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.