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Dog walkers in Fairfax Station, VA
Deanna K.
Dumfries, VA
$15-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello fellow animal lovers and fur-parents! That handsome little gremlin in the photo is my frenchie, Archer, who has a few other roommates (not pictured) including a cat and another dog. I'm an experienced pet owner and also have experience providing care for pets of friends and neighbors when they're out of town.
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Deanna can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Deanna takes great care of our pets, and we know we don't have to worry when we are away."
Julie O.
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 • 7 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 sitting, pet transportation
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. "
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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
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.
4.7
(11)
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Grace took care of my 2 year old cat while I was away for a week, was very punctual and did everything that I asked for,definitely would rehire in the future."
Eles C.
Bernice L.
Burke, VA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.7
(23)
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, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bernice was simply wonderful with our son and we would hire her again in a heartbeat. I’d give more stars if there was such an option. "
James M.
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
Thalia M.
Lorton, VA
$13-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've had pets my entire life, I've always offered help to my neighbors and family friends to dog sit and dog walk.
Thalia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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
Rosemary B.
Manassas, VA
$27-29/hr • 4 yrs exp
Skilled dog walker with 4 years of experience. Highly adept at handling various responsibilities by prioritizing my task. With necessary tools to succeed in this position such as preparing and feeding meals, planning physical activities, and provide dog walking services.
Rosemary can also help with: Pet walking
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 walking, pet sitting
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 sitting, pet walking, 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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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
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 walking, pet sitting, 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 walking, pet sitting
I have 3 years experience with pet care. I currently have a Russian Blue cat of my own named Willow. Her birthday is July 19th, 2023 and I adopted her at 2 months old.
I'm more than happy to help with petsitting, drop in visits and dog walking. I am experienced with administering oral and topical medications and caring for...
Brianna can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training
Tatiana K.
Woodbridge, VA
$13-16/hr
I love dogs so much I have a chihuahua and his name is taco and he's my best friend. I have experience walking pit-bulls and small dogs
Tatiana can also help with: Pet walking
Merna S.
Fairfax, VA
$13-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always been an animal lover. I have a dog of my own that is my whole life. I have a full time job at an elementary school, full time college student, and I also squeeze in dog walking and sittings on this app and other apps as well. Animals bring so much joy into my daily routine. I would love to care for your pet, I have...
Merna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Fairfax Station, VA
Deanna K.
5.0
Deanna takes great care of our pets, and we know we don't have to worry when we are away.
- Julie O.
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
Riley R.
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.
Grace C.
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.
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 baby a lot and tries to teach him...
- Yuechen S.
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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 $17.50 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of February 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 8 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 8 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.