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Daniela A.
Annandale, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Daniela. I adore kids, animals, outdoor activities, arts, crafts, and more!
I am a senior at James Madison University where I am majoring in Elementary Education.
My Work Experience/Skills:
- 1+ year working at an Early Childhood Development Center as an Assistant Teacher for 4-17 children
- 1 year...
Daniela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Daniela has been an amazing baby sitter. The kids absolutely love her and she is very responsible. We have also used her several times for dog walking and has been wonderful. Highly recommend!"
Jonathan B.
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 sitting, pet walking
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.
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 22 years old. I have been pet sitting for 8 years. My friends and family know they can rely on me to take care of their pets. I have potty trained puppies, administered medications, and bathed and...
Allysa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I have had Allysa take care of my two precious huskies and she was amazing. She was so communicative and sent plenty of pictures to me. She has helped me out so much by taking several last minute stays for me. My two girls love her so much!"
Amanda T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! :)
I'm happy to provide care for:
All nationalities, heritages, fully vaxed, and LGBTQ.
I have been pet sitting since I was in my single digits for my neighbors and family members growing up. I have experience with 2-month-old puppies to senior dogs, toy breeds to large breeds, as well as caring for 20 dogs at a time at...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"Sarah was thorough and flexible in her assessment questions to determine the needs of our high energy and smart Aussie Shepard mix...
She sent lots of good pics and a video to show our dog enjoying his time with her...
We felt really great leaving him in her care...
Dave G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Covid Vaccinated
My name is Kirsten, I am a recent graduate of Marymount University. With my Masters degree in clinical mental health counseling and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology.
In terms of pet sitting I have been house sitting, walking and doing drop ins for the past 10 years. Dog ranging from Chihuahuas to Great Danes....
Kirsten can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kirsten was truly excellent - she communicated regularly, was responsible with my place, and most importantly - took great care of my daughter. Highly recommend!"
Elsy M.
5.0
(1)
Hello there! My name is Anna, and I am thrilled to offer my pet care services for your furry friends. Whether you have large or small animals, I am experienced in providing top-notch care right in the comfort of your own home. I have worked with families who have both cats and dogs, and I truly enjoy building connections with...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I wouldn't trust anyone else with my puppy! She kept my crazy puppy under control."
fiona A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of dogs and cats. I would watch the pet in the home of the owner and would take care of the house and maintain it clean. I would feed the pet and take them out for a walk and bathroom when they need to and play with the pet to keep them entertained.
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Ms Elizabeth has provided care for our cats a few times on their own and regularly in combination with watching our child. She has always done a fantastic job. She is incredibly reliable and responsive.
She is as wonderful with our fur babies as our actual baby."
Suzanne P.
Alicia T.
Fairfax, VA
$13-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience and I also have my own pets at home. I can walk your pet and care them. I am available most of the time during the evening hours.
Alicia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, dog training, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Alicia is friendly, responsible, a good communicator, and was great with our cat while we were away from a week. We will reach out to her again next time we need a pet sitter. I would definitely recommend her to look after your pets. Thank you!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Alexis! I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia with my BA in Criminal Justice. The last 4 years I volunteered at local pet shelters where I lightly groomed animals, fed, walked, played and loved many animals of all types and sizes! I am also a fur mama! I have a dog, two kittens, a bearded dragon and a farm with cows and...
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She was kind a personable when we met for a walk through. The rabbit can be tough but she didn't miss any steps in his care routine. She's also helped me out in a few last minute booking which I can't appreciate enough"
Amanda Q.
Sydney L.
Fairfax, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In the last 10 summers I have been out to Indiana to help out for fun on my cousins farm. I absolutely love it. While in college, although not as intense (waking up at 5 a.m. to walk pigs hahaha), I housesat for many families around my university.
Sydney can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love dogs. I have 15 years of experience cleaning homes, I speak English and Spanish, I am kind, understanding and flexible with times and days. I love my job and getting to meet new people and being able to give them the joy of a clean home! I know the struggle of trying to keep a nice and clean home when having kids running...
5.0
"Silvia did an AMAZING job cleaning our home! She paid great attention to detail and left everything spotless. Sylvia even thought to clean things that we weren’t expecting or hand thought about. We will be hiring her again, for sure! "
Elisabeth R.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
During my time in college, I was asked by a professor who was a member of my church to babysit his two little girls (eventually became three girls plus the family's mischievous Golden Retriever). I babysat for them and many other families in my college town.
While attending graduate school in Texas, I was employed by a nanny...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hanna helped us out in a pinch as a date night baby sitter for our one year old. She was punctual, easy to contact, and very kind. Would definitely hire again!"
Paxten B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love animals and have cared for both dogs and cats. I'm happy to stop by and feed them as needed, take them on walks, bathe them and any other requests you may have. Also, I am available to house sit and watch your pet(s) if you will be away so you don't have to board your pet. Please let me know if you are...
Lindsey can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Carrie H.
Reston, VA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have a bachelor's degree in Political Science and Sociology from Louisiana State University. I love to read, play board/card games, watercolor, puzzle, go on walks, and hang out with my elderly rescue cat.
I have been working with children and families for more than 12 years. I have been with the same family for 8 years and...
Carrie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carrie did regular housekeeping and errands and occasional babysitting and house/pet sitting for my family for a little less than a year. She did excellent work, was extremely reliable, and my kids adored her. We were sad she moved away but really appreciated...
Karin D.
Bernice L.
Burke, VA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.7
(25)
Hired by 80 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20+ years experience as a stay at home mom. It fills my heart with joy to see "my" babies and kids delight with my German songs, books, old fashioned games, crafts, outdoor play and walks. I can make babies and kids any age smile and giggle and can sense how to let each different personality and talent shine with...
Bernice can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bernice was great with my 11 month-old. She communicated clearly, showed up on time, took my son to the park , played the piano while holding him, helped with everything including meals , diaper changes, plays, books, during the day. I like that she talks to the...
Yuechen S.
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...
Rebecca B.
Herndon, VA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, And Super Responsible Petsitter Who Adores Animals (especially Dogs)!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Becca! I am 24 years old and I am graduating from Towson University's Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology undergraduate program this Spring!
I have 2. 5 years of experience of paid pet care. I specifically have paid experience taking care of dogs and frogs. I also have experience of taking care of pets...
Rebecca can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Caity D.
Springfield, VA
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a pet owner and animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, fish, and rodents. I have worked with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. I am an energetic Music Therapy undergraduate student with a flexible schedule and look forward to meeting...
Caity can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals! I have previous experience pet sitting and walking. I can't wait to meet you and your lovely pet!
Natalia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Natalia watched our two dogs for 10 days while we were overseas, and she did a great job. She came by often every day to feed, water, and walk our dogs. She also spent time with them during the day so they could rest outside of their kennels.
Natalia was very good...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children since I was 12/13 but officially began paid babysitting 3 years ago. Since then I have worked with all age ranges from babies all the way to teenagers. love children and love taking care of them! I have plenty of experience with changing diapers and doing nap times, as well as feeding and...
Riley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our son LOVES Riley! She has great energy and patience which is really important for a little one. She is flexible when I need to make changes to the schedule and has tons of different types of experience with child care. We are so happy we found her!"
Emily G.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Dunn Loring, VA
Daniela A.
5.0
Daniela has been an amazing baby sitter. The kids absolutely love her and she is very responsible. We have also used her several times for dog walking and has been wonderful. Highly recommend!
- Jonathan B.
Katarina M.
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.
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
Sarah H.
5.0
Sarah was thorough and flexible in her assessment questions to determine the needs of our high energy and smart Aussie Shepard mix...
She sent lots of good pics and a video to show our dog enjoying his time with her...
We felt really great leaving him in her care as a result!
- Dave G.
Kirsten P.
5.0
Kirsten is care and patient. She loves caring for your loved one. She will do everything and anything to make sure their taken care of.
- Jessica M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Dunn Loring, VA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Dunn Loring, VA?
A local dog walker near you in Dunn Loring, VA will cost you an average of $13.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Dunn Loring, VA?
Care.com has 2 dog walkers offering services in Dunn Loring, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Dunn Loring or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Dunn Loring to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Dunn Loring, VA worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Dunn Loring, VA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
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How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Dunn Loring, VA?
On Care.com, there are currently 2 dog walkers near you in Dunn Loring, VA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.