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Madison is very sweet and dependable. She is also very attentive to requests. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you for taking care of…
Review for Madison K. by Anthony S.
Jackie was the nanny for our baby girl for 5 months. She began when our daughter was 3 months old. We absolutely adore Jackie! She and my…
Review for Jaqueline P. by Brooke H.
This was our first time having a pet sitter for our cats and Linda was great! She showed up the days we needed her and when we got home…
Review for Linda L. by Ellen B.
Dog walkers in Oakton, VA
Hi there! My name is Demi. I am currently a college student at VCU, in Richmond VA. I am 21 years old and I am looking to help out after school once school starts in the fall! Two summers ago, I worked as a camp counselor, at Camp Horizons. At the camp I taught kids yoga, guitar, improv, and other activities. One thing I learned...
Demetra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Demetra G.
Oakton, VA
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I Am Looking For A Nanny Job In Northern Virginia This Summer.
Hi there! My name is Demi . I am currently a college student at VCU, . I am 21 years old and I am looking to help/tutor out after school once school starts in the fall! Two summers ago, I worked as a camp counselor, at Camp . At the camp I taught kids yoga, guitar, improv, and other activities. One thing I learned about working...
I've always had animals and I've always loved them very much, so I feel comfortable taking care of and protecting them. I started taking care of cats and when my neighbor went away I was responsible for taking care of and feeding them. I've always walked dogs and for me it's also fun.
Audenira can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maddie and I am an animal lover who provides dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home and also do dog walking as well. I am very caring, trustworthy, and punctual. I also have 2 years of paid experience.
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Madison is very sweet and dependable. She is also very attentive to requests. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you for taking care of my two cats while I was away!"
Anthony S.
Nageswary P.
Sterling, VA
$17-22/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am a kind and caring individual. I love animals and that's why I decided to start my dog walking & pet sitting service. I look forward to taking care of your pet/s and giving them the very best service. I'm very reliable, trustworthy and honest.
Nageswary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Sheila V.
Annandale, VA
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog walking and sitting in your own home! I'm an experienced dog sitter with 4 years of experience. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
Jaqueline P.
Fairfax, VA
$23/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Brazilian, 34 years old. I used to take care of children since I was in Brazil as a voluntary at a Children Hospital, also I have experience with newborn, toddler and teenagers. Willing to help with preparing meals and light housecleaning. Pet friendly and I have experience with dog walking . Please contact me if you need...
Jaqueline can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie has been our full time nanny for the last year. She started when my son was 6 months old and has been everything you would ever want from a nanny. She is dependable, caring, sweet, fun, extremely trustworthy and a good person. She is so good with our son and...
Stephanie C.
Rebecca B.
Herndon, VA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, And Super Responsible Petsitter Who Adores Animals (especially Dogs)!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Becca! I am 24 years old and I am graduating from Towson University's Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology undergraduate program this Spring!
I have 2. 5 years of experience of paid pet care. I specifically have paid experience taking care of dogs and frogs. I also have experience of taking care of pets...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
4.5
(44)
Hired by 69 families in your neighborhood
My name is Linda and I am a caring, love and tidy to attention petsitter. I have been doing this for over 10 years. I do part-time pet walking for early morning, early afternoon and evenings. I am very flexible and don't mind working around your hours. As a part time job I work at a vet right in Fairfax and have been there for...
Linda can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I've been using Linda's service for over two years now and have had a great experience with her. She is always prompt to respond and is available whenever (except when she get married and went on her honeymoon - I guess I can excuse that :) ). I highly recommend...
Lannie N.
Daniela A.
Annandale, VA
$13-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi! My name is Daniela A, I am a 20-year-old attending James Madison University! I am majoring in Elementary Education.
-I love animals I always have
-I've been dog walking, dog sitting and cat sitting for a little over 8 years now.
-I have a dog and a cat
Please message me if you're interested !
5.0
"Daniela has been a wonderfully responsible dog-sitter and walker for our golden retriever. She is clearly an animal-lover and is very professional and outgoing. We highly recommend Daniela and look forward to continuing to have her watch our dog."
Monica M.
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.
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
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, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(2)
My name is Helen and I love animals. I owned two Quaker parakeets and loved playing with them. I have a soft spot for dogs and cats! I work full time in the medical field as a remote worker. This allows me to have more flexibility with my schedule to include dog walks. If someone needs me to stay in their home, as long as they...
Helen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Helen did a wonderful job taking care of our rabbit (and house!) for a weekend while my husband and I were out of town. We got plenty of pictures and she was very communicative! Your pets will love her! "
Erin C.
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
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...
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
4.8
(12)
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 walking, pet sitting, 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.
Katherine W.
Reston, VA
$13-15/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
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of dogs and cats. I would watch the pet in the home of the owner and would take care of the house and maintain it clean. I would feed the pet and take them out for a walk and bathroom when they need to and play with the pet to keep them entertained.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Ms Elizabeth has provided care for our cats a few times on their own and regularly in combination with watching our child. She has always done a fantastic job. She is incredibly reliable and responsive.
She is as wonderful with our fur babies as our actual baby."
Suzanne P.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Oakton, VA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Oakton, VA?
A local dog walker near you in Oakton, VA will cost you an average of $19.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 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 Oakton, VA?
Care.com has 3 dog walkers offering services in Oakton, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Oakton 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 Oakton to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Oakton, 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 Oakton, 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 Oakton, VA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Oakton, 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 Oakton, VA?
On Care.com, there are currently 3 dog walkers near you in Oakton, 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.