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Dog walkers in Fairfax Station, VA
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...
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Jaqueline P.
Fairfax, VA
$22-32/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Brazilian, 34 years old. I used to take care of children since I was in Brazil as a voluntary at a Children Hospital, also I have experience with newborn, toddler and teenagers. Willing to help with preparing meals and light housecleaning. Pet friendly and I have experience with dog walking . Please contact me if you need...
Jaqueline can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie was the nanny for our baby girl for 5 months. She began when our daughter was 3 months old. We absolutely adore Jackie! She and my daughter had a special bond that was so sweet. Jackie was always reliable and communicated often with me. My toddler son also...
Brooke H.
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: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, dog training & 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!"
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Shayla O.
Centreville, VA
$23-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 20 years old! I'd describe my personality as social, energetic, respectful
I like working with animals because I adore them so muchhh
I have 3 of my own!
In my spare time, I like to hang out with friends, write, go to work, go on walks with my dogs, etc
I love traveling and meeting people from different places! I have...
5.0
"Shayla was super patient, kind, and gentle with our 4 month old who can be a little tough to care for. We would definitely recommend her for all nanny/babysitter jobs. "
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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: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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 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
(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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
4.8
(12)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from James Madison University with a B. S. I am currently studying a MS in Nutrition while working as a diet technician. I love to stay active and would love to watch after your kids while you are away. Whether it be crafts, or outdoor activities I will be sure your child has a fun filled day.
Grace can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Grace was responsible, responsive, and reliable. She took great care of my cat and I would hire her again."
Robert 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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.
Yasmin E.
Woodbridge, VA
$18-25/hr
I would love to care for your furry friend! I have experience with dog walking/sitting snd cat sitting. I have 2 cats of my own, 1 being a kitten! I do work full time hours at a regular job so my ability to dog walk would be limited to mornings and evenings/nights! I reside in the Woodbridge area and am willing to pet sit...
Yasmin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Growing up with pets, especially dogs, has given me a deep love for animals and the experience to care for them.
Bindu can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Howdy, I'm Robin! I'm 18 and am woodbridge based. Im available for both dog walking and pet sitting, and have prior experience working with cats and dogs.
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home or dog walking. Dog park visits if doable and desired. I have a 3 yr old Aussie and 3 cats. I've trained my aussie, my mother's Rottie, and even made decent progress with pugs.
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
My name is Amanda, and I just graduated in May from William & Mary. I am available for the summer to care for your pets! I have experience with new puppies, training, dog walking, and pet sitting. I have experience with both big and small dogs. I am available to help take care of your pets around your schedule and able to...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Allison B.
Fairfax, VA
$13/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Allison and I'm a recent college graduate looking for job opportunities!
I have plenty of experience with animals as, for the past several years, I have been providing dog walking/sitting services.
Allison can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Eilis L.
Woodbridge, VA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of pet sitting experience, both with small and large dogs and cats. I'm alright with handling multiple pets in the same household. I also am alright with birds, rodents, and exotic animals (with the exception of snakes). I enjoy taking pets on walks and am able to handle high energy breeds. I clean up any messes...
Eilis can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Cindy A.
Fairfax, VA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Looking to establish a bond with a local dog/family local to me for regular dog walking. Eager to provide care and attention, while respecting the training/rules parents have for their dogs.
Cindy can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Nicole C.
Centreville, VA
$13-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi all! My name is Nicole and I am a kindergarten teacher. I am proud to say that I have always been an animal lover and dreamt of being a dog mom! I have an almost 3-year-old chocolate lab who is my joy and absolute best friend! Before having a dog of my own, I worked with local shelters as a foster mom for about 5 years while...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I have done a bunch of dog walks, sittings and boarding's since 2019. I started it when my mother was terminally ill. Been enjoying it ever since.
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Fairfax Station, VA
Natalia A.
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 at keeping in touch, checking in...
- Care member
Jaqueline P.
5.0
Jackie was the nanny for our baby girl for 5 months. She began when our daughter was 3 months old. We absolutely adore Jackie! She and my daughter had a special bond that was so sweet. Jackie was always reliable and communicated often with me. My toddler son also adored her. She was wonderful the...
- Brooke H.
Alicia T.
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
Shayla O.
5.0
Shayla was super patient, kind, and gentle with our 4 month old who can be a little tough to care for. We would definitely recommend her for all nanny/babysitter jobs.
- Care member
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
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Fairfax Station, VA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Fairfax Station, VA?
A local dog walker near you in Fairfax Station, VA will cost you an average of $17.78 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 Fairfax Station, VA?
Care.com has 9 dog walkers offering services in Fairfax Station, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Fairfax Station 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 Fairfax Station to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Fairfax Station, 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 Fairfax Station, VA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Fairfax Station, VA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Fairfax Station, VA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Fairfax Station, VA?
On Care.com, there are currently 9 dog walkers near you in Fairfax Station, 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.