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Katarina M.
Falls Church, VA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katarina!
I've grew up at the farm, surrounded by many pets who have always been a big part of my life. I couldn't imagine my life not being surrounded by furry friends!
Currently, I'm working as a house manager, and part of my job is taking care of a puppy. I've also pet-sat for a lot of family and friends when...
Katarina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Katarina recently cared for my cat while I was gone for almost a week. She did a fantastic job. In fact, I think my cat was sorry to see me return and Katarina no longer come to play with him."
Eric S.
Nino J.
Arlington, VA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello My Friends. My Name Is Nino And I Would Love To Take Care Of Your Dog.
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Day Care and Pet Walking. I personally have two dogs. They are blue nose pit bulls and I love them the most, so I make sure I would love your babies the same and treat them the same of course.
Nino can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She was amazing with my dogs, really caring and responsive. I definitely recommend her and will use her services again! My dogs just live her!!"
Mariami S.
Linda N.
Washington, DC
$21/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am Linda current living in Washington DC, I have four pets in Colombia, I am responsible, friendly, and love pets too much.
I'd describe my personality as honest, carefully and friendly
I like working with animals because I love them so much.
I'm looking for a job that allow me spend time and enjoy time with pets
I...
Linda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is a good overall, hardworker making sure that the kids were happy and delighted with their time together!"
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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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Claudia C.
Arlington, VA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience pet sitting and walking. I have worked informally for families as a dog sitter and I have worked professionally as a Dog Daycare Attendant at Dogtopia-Pittsburgh. I recently moved back to the DC metro area and am looking for part time work to supplement my income. Professionally, I work from...
Claudia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Our dog was recently post-surgery and gets very anxious when we leave her but Claudia was able to adeptly handle all of these challenges and our dog showed no signs of separation anxiety while we were gone!"
Linda F.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, understanding, and levelheaded.
I like working with kids because they have wonderful perspectives on life and watching them experience the world and learn about their surroundings is incredible!
I started working with kids when I was 13 as a camp counselor. I worked with...
5.0
"Sophia is an incredible caregiver who has watched over our infant at critical moments and when mom and dad just need a date night. She is dependable, smart, punctual, and genuinely lovely to be around. We would hire her twice if we could. "
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Karen T.
Washington, DC
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
My Name Is Karen. I Have A Lot Of Prior Experience With Working With Kids.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am new to the DMV area, I am originally from WA state. I am a nursing student.
I'd describe my personality as kind, understanding and funny.
I like working with kids because it is my passion (I want to be a pediatrics nurse).
I currently work as a CNA at Medstar Washington Hospital Center.
I started working with kids...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Karen's one of the best caregiver I've worked with. I have two children, and they both loved working with her. She's an attentive person willing to be flexible with her schedule as well, despite being a student herself. My kids are very energetic but at times can...
Kelly T.
Daniela A.
Annandale, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Daniela. I adore kids, animals, outdoor activities, arts, crafts, and more!
I am a senior at James Madison University where I am majoring in Elementary Education.
My Work Experience/Skills:
- 1+ year working at an Early Childhood Development Center as an Assistant Teacher for 4-17 children
- 1 year...
Daniela can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daniela was super high energy, warm, and active with the kids. The minute she walked in, my kids were energized and at ease."
Jamie A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Pet/ House Sitting
I've grown up with cats and dogs, who grew into lovable family members. I have over 10 years of experience of providing care to animals.
Just like people, animals need love and affection. I am comfortable playing with, feeding (food and water) cats and dogs. I am able to walk dogs and scoop(replace) cat...
Whitney can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Whitney took care of my dog while I was out of town and she did an excellent job. She made sure my dog was fed, walked, played with etc. Overall, Whitney was great and I would recommend her services. "
Caitlin S.
Daniela A.
Annandale, VA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Daniela I am a 18-year-old high school graduate! I will be attending James Madison University next fall to major in elementary education. I adore kids, animals, outdoor activities, arts and crafts and more! I work at a daycare, so I am always with kids & I have been babysitting, dog walking and cat sitting for the...
Katherine W.
Reston, VA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Dog Owner And Cat Sitter Looking To Make Smiles Happen!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katherine, and I have been working with animals on and off since late high school.
In high school, I worked with some neighborhood cats- feeding, cleaning litterboxes, playing, etc...
In college, I have been working as a seasonal dog walker/pet sitter. Currently, I work as a dog bather in the grooming suite...
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Katherine has been my best dog Walker yet. The care and attention she gives to the details is hard to come by. She is always on time and goes the extra mile to make sure the dogs are not only fed, and walked, but also played with and loved on. She is great at...
Parmjeet K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been a part time pet sitter for over 10 years, and I'm able to take care of a variety of dogs, cats, and other household pets. I have experience in multi-day and overnight sitting, as well as daily walking/care. I'm an enthusiastic animal lover and love every pet big or small! I'm also athletic, so I enjoy running...
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Elizabeth is absolutely wonderful! She's been taking care of our precious dog Snickers for the past year. We travel often and Elizabeth has always taken great care of Snickers in our absence. She is punctual and keeps us informed with updates. We highly recommend...
Mary L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my own vehicle and have time on my hands so let me help you! I'm very professional, polite and prompt. General Errands, Whether it is laundry, booking reservations, tickets, etc or walking the dog I can help out when you are in a pinch. Delivering you to a doctor or hospital appointment and waiting for you, then taking...
5.0
"Judith M. is kind, trustworthy and reliable. She is on time and a very safe driver! I hired her while visiting the area. I enjoyed her company and recommend her. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love dogs. I have 15 years of experience cleaning homes, I speak English and Spanish, I am kind, understanding and flexible with times and days. I love my job and getting to meet new people and being able to give them the joy of a clean home! I know the struggle of trying to keep a nice and clean home when having kids running...
5.0
"Silvia did an AMAZING job cleaning our home! She paid great attention to detail and left everything spotless. Sylvia even thought to clean things that we weren’t expecting or hand thought about. We will be hiring her again, for sure! "
Elisabeth R.
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Grace did an excellent job in caring for my dog during my vacation. I met her once and knew she was perfect for the job. I would definitely hire her again."
Mike C.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am social worker in the DMV and am looking to offer pet care around my work schedule. Unfortunately, I do not have the space for a pet of my own right now but would love to support your family care for your pets. Most of my pet care experience comes from caring for pets in the homes of chidden I sit for (check out my...
Vernae can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Vernae was my post-partum doula and did an excellent job on overnight visits with my newborn daughter. She made sure I was able to sleep through the night, cleaned all of the baby's bottles and kept her room and clothes orderly to jump start the morning routine....
Ashley M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Animal lover to my core! Full time student, and mom. I have schedule flexibility on Tuesday, Thurs-Sun. I am not able to house any animals but am happy to go to yours to walk and/or spend time with your family pet.
Ali can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Ali kindly dogsit my very anxious rescue Chihuahua and his companion, a parrot. Both really grew to quickly love Ali - and the Chihuahua would squeal when he would see her. On walks in the neighborhood, he would run up to her door in hopes of seeing her. We got...
Lauren Q.
Leidy R.
Falls Church, VA
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Leidy, I'm 22 years old and I'm Colombian. I'm very excited about this stage of my life. Since I was little, I've had a deep passion and love for animals; I love them and I've always dreamed of working with them. I enjoy spending time outdoors, especially in the park, where I like to play, run and walk with my pets. In...
Leidy can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"She is on time and very friendly"
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Karen O.
Washington, DC
$43-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi- I offering child care
I love being a babysitter, I been watching infants, toddlers and kids since I was 23 years old. I'm a hardworking, very responsible, kind and really dedicated, I'm full vaccinated and boosted.
I'm looking for a job where I can find values, support and comprehensive people.
In my spare time, I like...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is very friendly. She is very punctual. She loves to do activities with kids. I really recommend her. She is flexible, discipline, organized person. She is opened mind."
Kate R.
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 sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in McLean, VA
Katarina M.
5.0
Katarina recently cared for my cat while I was gone for almost a week. She did a fantastic job. In fact, I think my cat was sorry to see me return and Katarina no longer come to play with him.
- Eric S.
Nino J.
5.0
She was amazing with my dogs, really caring and responsive. I definitely recommend her and will use her services again! My dogs just live her!!
- Mariami S.
Linda N.
5.0
She is a good overall, hardworker making sure that the kids were happy and delighted with their time together!
- Care member
Claudia C.
5.0
Our dog was recently post-surgery and gets very anxious when we leave her but Claudia was able to adeptly handle all of these challenges and our dog showed no signs of separation anxiety while we were gone!
- Linda F.
Sophia P.
5.0
Sophia is an incredible caregiver who has watched over our infant at critical moments and when mom and dad just need a date night. She is dependable, smart, punctual, and genuinely lovely to be around. We would hire her twice if we could.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in McLean, VA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in McLean, VA?
A local dog walker near you in McLean, VA will cost you an average of $16.11 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 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 McLean, VA?
Care.com has 19 dog walkers offering services in McLean, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from McLean 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 McLean to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in McLean, 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 McLean, 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 McLean, VA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in McLean, 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 McLean, VA?
On Care.com, there are currently 19 dog walkers near you in McLean, 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.