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Hey guys! My name is Brittany :)
I am a dog mom to two fur babies and I couldn't imagine life without them. Animals have always been a big part of my life and I have always had pets growing up as a child. My love for animals continued to grow as I entered adulthood and my two daughters are just as obsessed as I am lol.
I have...
Brittany can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello there! My name is Karol, and I have over 20 years of dedicated experience in lovingly boarding dogs of all breeds and sizes. My passion for animals runs deep, and I'm thrilled to offer your furry family members a safe and cozy home away from home here in Woodbridge, VA.
I ensure your dog receives the utmost care,...
Karol can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Laura S.
Dumfries, VA
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy taking care of pets, have had 7 birds for 4 years now. A baby tortoise, and other exotic animals. I believe no animal should be ever left alone at home, they all need someone to be around for them and that plays with them. I enjoy going on walks and running too. Leaving your pet at the care of a stranger can be difficult...
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
Suyapa G.
Dumfries, VA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello There Fellow Families! My Name Is Suyapa Or As Many Families Have Nicknamed Me "Sully".
I'd describe my personality as honest, sweet and hard working.
I like working with kids because they bring me so much joy and they brighten up my days as being a mother myself my children are all grown up. It's nice to share that joy with the families I dedicate my time to!
I'm looking for a job that will be caring and loving...
Suyapa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
A fun loving dog owner that is very comfortable with dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes! Love going on long walks and trips to the dog park!
Leslie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Evelyn A.
Woodbridge, VA
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Evelyn, enjoys walks, I am a pet/all kind animals lover, except while animals. I had 3 dogs in the past now currently have one on my own. I had/current provide babysitter for family/close friends when they travel.
Evelyn can also help with: Pet walking
Caroline S.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I am a dog lover and provide dog sitting in your own home or mine! I have two dogs of my own and have experience caring for the dogs of relatives and neighbors. I love to play and engage with your dogs, as well as take them on long walks if needed.
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"She is very reliable and took great care of my two dogs."
Lily M.
5.0
(1)
As a parent of twin poodles ! I am very reliable, trustworthy and patient. I been surrounded by dogs my entire life. I know the responsibility and needed care for dogs. Walking, picking up litter, day and night feeding times, etc. I am willing to do additional tasks if needed! With all of my skills, I am able to provide a...
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Van H.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hi my name is Becky Shinawatra-Vailikit. I've been walking dogs and dog sitting for about 5 years now. Love being out doors getting some fresh air with the pups.
Van can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Becky has helped with our two dogs for few years now. She is very caring, dedicated, and dependable! On few occasions she took care of our dogs while we were away. Our dogs love her and she can easily manage them even though they are 70 lbs each and very curious."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have owned dogs and cats for my entire life. For a couple years, there was also a fish and a hamster in my parents' house. I have had experience caring for both dogs and cats. I can provide in home care with light grooming and baths as needed.
My family has owned large dogs, so I am comfortable caring for and walking dogs of...
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(2)
I am a 38-year-old food services manager who loves animals. I have a black pug named Reebok who lives with my parents and comes to visit on occasion. I have been watching family and friends pets since 2001. I can watch your dogs for long weekends, drop in visits or take them for walks. While they are in my care, I will treat...
Dawn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Wonderful with our four legged family member! He loves spending time with her! Reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Highly recommend!!"
Liza K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dogs and Cats mom. Experience we can take them to my home, over 10 years in experience. like walking and play with them.
Ximena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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:
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since the last 23 years we owned 3 rescue dogs . We currently enjoy our sweet rescue Sugar , a Border Collie / Viszla / English Setter / Pekinese / Scottish Terrier mix . She gets twice / day long walks and a lot of love . I like to take care of any size dogs, also 2 - 3 dogs at once.
Bernice can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Bernice L.
Burke, VA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.7
(23)
Hired by 78 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.
5.0
(2)
I am 50 Years old and have owned and LOVED ALL kinds of pets my entire life!!! Experience includes caring for Dogs, cats, birds, fish, hermit crabs, chickens, ducks, bunnies, pigs, ferrets, snakes, mice, rats, and even tarantulas and scorpions
I have worked with all kinds and can provide references as needed.
Let ME take your...
Lorraine can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Lorraine W. is our favorite!
I had hired her multiple times. She has Cared for my 4 children and has pet sit and watched my home
and Has Watched and taken care of my special needs brother . Lori is very dependable and reliable! Lori is just wonderful! Give her a...
Tiffany Lorraine C.
Allysa F.
Springfield, VA
$23-28/hr • 6 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 fantastic. I've used her twice for cat sitting jobs and have her booked for a third job in a few months. She's easy to communicate with, comfortable medicating my cat, and even helps out with a few odds and ends around the house while I'm away. I'm...
Jessica K.
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.
Care...
Deanna can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Brittany, and I am a true, pet lover! I myself have an almost 7-year-old Shih Tzu Maltese, and she is my baby girl! I have experience with multiple dogs, cats, and exotic pets. I love playing with the animals, taking the pets for walks, and engaging , and cuddling them of course! I love being active, so there...
Brittany can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah has watched our 2 elementary kids plus another kid since September of 2020. She has been absolutely amazing with the 3 kids during a very difficult year due to COVID. She actively engages and plays with them. I can't begin to express how awesome she has been...
Amy G.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Indian Head, MD
Caroline S.
5.0
She is very reliable and took great care of my two dogs.
- Lily M.
Van H.
5.0
Becky has helped with our two dogs for few years now. She is very caring, dedicated, and dependable! On few occasions she took care of our dogs while we were away. Our dogs love her and she can easily manage them even though they are 70 lbs each and very curious.
- Care member
Dawn M.
5.0
Wonderful with our four legged family member! He loves spending time with her! Reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Highly recommend!!
- Liza K.
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.
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 Indian Head, MD
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Indian Head, MD?
A local dog walker near you in Indian Head, MD will cost you an average of $8.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of November 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 Indian Head, MD?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Indian Head, MD. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Indian Head 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 Indian Head to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Indian Head, MD 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 Indian Head, MD 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 Indian Head, MD?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Indian Head, MD, 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 Indian Head, MD?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Indian Head, MD 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.