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I am currently a veterinary technician at a local animal clinic. I have been dog sitting and dog walking for 6 years. In California I co-owned a dog walking business. I have the skills to administer medication to your pet if they need. I love working with animals and would be love to care for your pet while you are away.
Lindsay can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Alexia H.
Newport News, VA
$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am an animal loving human! I have done professional dog walking and pet sitting for a year now from family and friends to people in my area on ! I can't wait to care for your pet and love it as much as my own!
Alexia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Caroline C.
Newport News, VA
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
dog lover & dog mom
A little bit about me! My name is Caroline & I am going into my senior year at CNU for criminology & political science. I have been an adamant lover of dogs since I was young, and adopted my own Maltese Pekingese during the summer of 2024. On top of having my own fur baby, I adore walking, sitting, & taking...
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Mayu, and I'm originally from Japan. I live with my husband, who is in the military, our 4-month-old son, and our 1-year-old black Miniature Schnauzer. We welcomed him into our family last September, and through this experience, I've developed a passion for pet care. I've been providing pet sitting services for...
Mayu can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog owner - my family owned a dog for 12 years. I am comfortable walking & feeding dogs as well as playing with them.
Hi I am Joanne and I love to help with your pets I have one cat I adore so I know how they become part of the family I can also take care of small dogs if need be I love to be a part of your pet
Joanne can also help with: Pet sitting
Need a flexible pet sitter for your furry bundle of joy? You've found one! I've cared for 1 to 20 dogs at one time, from puppies to older dogs that require specific medication and care. I'm comfortable with all breeds and sizes. I also have experience caring for cats, ferrets, iguanas, and snakes as well. I have done numerous...
Melanie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
My name is Kameron, and I am a sophomore at Christopher Newport University. My two years working at a dog daycare deepened my love for animals and improved my animal care and customer service skills. Each day began with excited pups greeting their friends and caregivers. I supervised playtime, ensuring the safety and well-being...
Kameron can also help with: Pet sitting
Hi, I'm Isabella! I love dogs and currently have an adult corgi a puppy corgi, and a guinea pig. I have a heart for animals and love to spoil them. I have been pet sitting for a little over 7 years and I love to not only make sure the pets are happy and healthy, but also make them feel special and extra loved.
Isabella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I adore dogs, cats and many other animals including my own precious labradoodle. I am comfortable with all size pets and temperaments. Let's work together soon!
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have provided pet sitting for both family and neighbors. I love animals, especially dogs, and am more then happy to try to accommodate any special requests. I would like a picture of expectations from the owners in working for them.
I have 7 nieces and nephews and have had years of babysitting experience with both family and...
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Anastasia and I love animals. I have taken care of a couple families pets. I have taken care of a bird and dogs and it was cool! I fed them, walked them and played with them and loved it. I don't have too much experience but a quick learner and always give a hundred and 10 percent.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tabitha and I'm super excited to get to meet you and your furry friends. I have tons of energy and passion to keep your pets active and safe while you're gone out. I completely understand how hard it is to leave your pets in safe hands that will properly care for them. I've been a sitter for two years off and...
Tabitha can also help with: Daily feeding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Hey there! Thank you for your interest! I've owned cats, dogs, and trained several species of reptiles. I trained my cat to sit on command. I have also trained a handful of friend and family members dogs to sit, stay, not to jump on people and to work through anxiety driven aggressive behavior. At the end of the day, all pets...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Willing to dog sit, walk, feed or other pet needs.
No experience with birds and afraid of snakes. All else I am comfortable with and love.
Responsible and reliable.
Denise can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with wildlife, domestic, & exotic animals. In high school, I began pet sitting as a side job & loved every minute.
Experience:
-dogs
-cats
-birds
-ferrets
-reptiles
-amphibians
-arachnids/invertebrates
-rodents
-fish/marine life
-wildlife
I have owned and cared for cats, dogs, cats, ferrets, birds, frogs, fish,...
Madelynn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Ines S.
Newport News, VA
$25-35/hr
I have pets of my own. I have 2 dogs, a bearded dragon and a fish.
I have also help family member sitting for their cats.
Ines can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as authentic, reliable, and friendly.
I like working with animals because I have pets/animals of my own. I love animals, I love learning about them, love just seeing them happy and enjoying themselves as supposed to on this earth. I have a cat named biscuit and I have a dog named Milo :) Every pet I...
Isabella T.
Newport News, VA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have three dogs of my own that I adore! I'm and experienced pet sitter of fours years.
Isabella can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Grooming and Pet Walking. I love taking long walks no matter the weather, good for the health and pet(s), care for the dog if you're on vacation, the love for this grew when it all started with one dog then I had 6 and the owners loved me for how I treated the Little guys. So I would...
Jocelyn can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Newport News, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Newport News, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA is $14.77.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Newport News, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Newport News, 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.