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60 dog walkers are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Fairfax, VA
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
I love dogs of all ages and sizes! I have 4 years of experience as a dog-sitter and dog-walker. I can also handle bath-time and light grooming.
Gianna can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, dog training
I have 3 years experience working at veterinary clinic. I have pet sitting experience. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, fish, rabbits, rats, mice.
Francesca can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
I have many years of pet experience: feeding, walking, and exercising while also pampering your pet with plenty of TLC. I have practice with puppies, seniors, and special needs pets.
Linda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have pet sat, animal boarding and animal walks since 2019. I've dropped in as well. I love animals! I make sure I give updates on the visit with your pet/pets.
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
I have cared for dogs my entire life and love nothing more than helping provide care for them! I love taking dogs for walks, playing with them, and cuddling with them! I love dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds.
Allison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I adore lovely dogs with sweet names because they understand you when you communicate and they will always trust you.
I have walked many like Mona, daisy, bear. Kod and so many others as well as sitting them.
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've taken care of dogs and cats of all sizes and ages for 12 years with both high and relaxed energy levels ! Book me if you want your animal to feel at HOME !!!
I currently work full time but I am free all evenings and sometimes mid day! If you need your sweet pet fed, walked, and/or let out in the early morning and in the...
Ashlyn can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Ashlyn is trustworthy, honest, and my dogs absolutely love her!"
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Sydney L.
Fairfax, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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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
As a proud pet owner for many years, I am glad to say I have a lot of experience caring for cats and also dogs. Professionally, I have 1 year experience caring for both special needs cats and special needs dogs as well. I also have experience caring for multiple animals in a house hold as well.
I will offer my pet sitting...
Madison R.
Fairfax, VA
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Maddy and I'm a 20-year-old college student. I have had big dogs my entire life and I'm a complete animal lover! I currently have a 1 1/2-year-old boxer named Oakley and have been working on getting g her better on a leash, but have always walked my dogs on a leash so I'm very used to that. I've also had fish many...
Madison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Annette C.
Fairfax, VA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a 19-year-old college student and I have experience in taking care of dogs. I enjoy playing with them and taking walks. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also perform baths and light grooming. Please consider me as a possible pet sitter for you pet.
Annette can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming
Merna S.
Fairfax, VA
$12-17/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 sitting, pet walking
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Brianna N.
Fairfax, VA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Animal Lover Available For In Home Pet Sitting, Pet Care, And Last Minute Needs.
I have been caring for my own dogs (a Yorkie and a Pomeranian) for almost 11 years now so I understand their needs and wants easily. I've also had a pet guinea pig and hamster which were also very easy. I pet sit my cousins cats and dog (German Shepard) occasionally.
I'm very friendly and enjoy going on long walks with my...
Brianna can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
Padchima M.
Fairfax, VA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kat. I'm an engineering student at Virginia Tech. I have been working and going to school full time since I was 17. I have learn to value and manage my time, so I can live my life to the fullest. I have been babysitting ever since I was 16. Most of the house that I babysit for have dogs and cats which I have to...
Padchima can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I grew up taking care my pets, I like to play with them, go for a walk and cuddle them. I used to take care dogs from my neighbors years ago and also accept pets to come to my house for few days. I charge $20 per visit, it is included feeding, water, leashed walks and litterbox cleaning.
Please feel free to contact me.
Mery
Mery can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
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: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I very much enjoy being active and would love to take your fur baby for long (or short) walks. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Rachel can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide any kind of animal sitting in your home. I am experienced and have watched animals for family and friends many times before. I love all kinds of animals and have 3 dogs, 3 cats a bird, and a lizard of my own. I can feed them, walk them, give them baths, play with them and of course love on them! I would love to watch...
Tabitha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Fairfax, VA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Fairfax, VA?
A local dog walker near you in Fairfax, VA will cost you an average of $15.49 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Fairfax, VA?
Care.com has 49 dog walkers offering services in Fairfax, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Fairfax 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 to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Fairfax, 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, 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, VA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Fairfax, 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, VA?
On Care.com, there are currently 49 dog walkers near you in Fairfax, 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.
Ratings for Fairfax, VA dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Walkers in Fairfax, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.