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I have a cat of my own and have cat sit many times. I have watched dogs as well as taken them on walks. I am extremely reliable and dependable!
Courtney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I provide both dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home. I grew up with cats and am very comfortable and familiar with the care of cats. I also regularly pet sit friends and family's pets. Currenly, I live with two friendly dogs. I love rubbing furry bellies and taking pups for walks! I'll put a smile on your pet's...
Madelaine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello!
My name is Karly and I am a college student with my major being Business Administration. I had recently just moved from Georgia to this area I have had many recommendations for this app from new friends and am grateful for any jobs.
I am definitely an animal lover, I have always enjoyed meeting both friend's and...
Karly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi, I'm Julia!
I'm passionate about animals and have several years of experience caring for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and turtles.
My background includes not only pet care, but also house care and running errands for families.
I'm comfortable walking multiple dogs at once and have experience...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Grace W.
Lorton, VA
$14-50/hr
I have always loved dogs and have been a dog owner all my life. I get along with animals very well and am young and energetic so I am capable of walking any dog!!
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Aspiring pet care enthusiast with a deep love for animals and a strong desire to ensure their well-being. Passionate about providing attentive and loving care to pets of all kinds.
Dedicated to learning and gaining experience in pet sitting, dog walking, and other pet care services. Eager to help pet owners by ensuring their...
Yesica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I have managed activities such as walks, feeding, medication administration and special care for animals with particular needs. My approach is based on ensuring their physical and emotional well-being, creating a safe and affectionate environment. I am also in charge of keeping their spaces clean and organized, and promoting...
Alexander can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, 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
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 sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am passionate about animals and have a deep love for all furry friends. I am responsible, reliable, and committed to providing the best care for your pets! Your pets will receive the attention, exercise, and affection they need when in my care, making me a trustworthy choice as their caretaker. As an owner of my own dog...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Maria is amazing!! We want to keep her for ever!! She’s really nice and sweet with our puppy and what we value most about her job is that she really engages with our dog every day she goes to see him. "
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & 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.
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: Dog training, pet transportation, 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.
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
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.
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: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
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. "
Care member
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, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bernice was wonderful! She cared for my daughter while I got some work done. She had lots of patience and skills with my one year old. Thank you again, Bernice! "
Care member
Sara Z.
Dumfries, VA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I used to house/pet sit for several years before getting married. I am looking to get back into it for extra income. I enjoy dog walking and work mainly with dogs and cats, but would consider watching other pets. I'm very fond of birds and snakes.
Sara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Valeria R.
Alexandria, VA
$13-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Babysitting/Dog walker
Hello! I am a sophomore at College of Charleston looking for a job particularly in occasional babysitting or even dog walking:
Babysitting: I have experience working with kids from ages one and up for more than three years, I enjoyed volunteering at daycares and also love any outdoor activities. I am also...
Valeria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Lorton, VA
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
Maria S.
5.0
At first I wasn’t sure that Maria was real because of how nice she is. My first time using the site. She is incredible with caring for our animals while me and the family are out of town. My dogs and cats don’t like a lot of people at first but they do amazing with her. I won’t be switching from her...
- Care member
Hannah L.
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 with them, I would highly...
- Amy G.
Lorraine W.
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 call or text! Will not regret it!
- Tiffany Lorraine C.
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.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Lorton, VA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Lorton, VA?
A local dog walker near you in Lorton, VA will cost you an average of $16.00 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 Lorton, VA?
Care.com has 7 dog walkers offering services in Lorton, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Lorton 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 Lorton to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Lorton, 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 Lorton, 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 Lorton, VA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Lorton, 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 Lorton, VA?
On Care.com, there are currently 7 dog walkers near you in Lorton, 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.