Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Alexandria, VA
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Find home pet sitting in Alexandria, VA that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Alexandria, VA
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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: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Samantha A.
Alexandria, VA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love animals and have had plenty of expierence with all sorts of pets, from Hamsters and rats to cats and dogs.
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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"Sam is such a wonderful pet sitter. My animals took to her so quickly and she is just so loving towards animals. She's been the best pet sitter I've hired so far."
Debbie E.
Hello! I provide dog and cat sitting in your home or I provide boarding in mine, whether you need a regular sitter while you are at work or you are headed on vacation, I can help! I have a lifetime of experience caring for and owning both cats and dogs of all ages and sizes. In addition to being a medical professional, I'm in...
Maggie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi there! I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have experience with dogs, cats, bearded dragons, fish, hermit crabs; I would be happy to take on a different animal as well! I have a full-time job working as an administrative assistant, so I can only do evenings and weekends. Perfect for date nights or weekend getaways!...
Scotty H.
Alexandria, VA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Your Fur Babies Will Be Safe And Loved With Me And Treated As If They're My Own!
I'd describe my personality as laid back, friendly and patient
I like working with animals because all they want to do is be your friend and make you happy. I love the rewarding feeling of building a connection with an animal and growing to understand them
I started working with animals when I was still in high school, dog...
Scotty can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation
Hi my name is Sydney and I am currently pursuing a masters in forensic psychology. While I do like exploring human behavior, my second love is animals. Animals provide a sense of love, warmth, security and friendship and I know how important those bonds are.
But, I know that we all love busy lives and sometimes you don't have...
Sydney can also help with: Pet walking
I'm Jackie, 26, she/her. I have a full time job but it's remote and I am flexible during the day. I can work from your home. - the beauty of being remote, so I thought I would offer my free time to your children and/or pets since I have none of my own! I adore babies, toddlers and kiddos, as well as dogs. I babysat in college...
Jaclyn can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi! I'm Ganna , Im Ukrainian and I have had passion for the animal kingdom ever since I can remember. From volunteering and donating to pet rescue to bringing home animals that needed help.
This job allows me to be around different types of animals and hang out with them and go for walks. All great things! I look forward to meet...
Ganna can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Kimberly R.
Alexandria, VA
$17-30/hr
United States Coast Guardsman stationed in the area, seeking the opportunity to further my my experience working with pets. I am comfortable with administering first-aid and in-home pet sitting. I love to take pets to their favorite places- whether it be the dog beach or the dog park!
Kimberly can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Rachel A.
Alexandria, VA
$25-29/hr
Hello! I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home. I've had a mixture of family pets throughout the years, including cats, dogs, fish, hamsters. I currently have my own dog, who is 1 and a 1/2 years old. I love dogs of all sizes and ages!
Rachel can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Ana J.
Alexandria, VA
$25-37/hr
Are you looking for someone to take care of your pets? you found the right person.
I have more than 3 years of experience taking care of pets, I also work as a home sitter.
Ana can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Passionate about animals, I've been a devoted dog owner my entire life, caring for a Siberian Husky, Maltese, and Pekingese. Although I haven't had paid pet-sitting experience, my deep love for both cats and dogs, combined with years of hands-on care, makes me an attentive and reliable sitter. I understand the unique needs of...
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hi, I'm Eva! A little bit about me is that I'm a full-time student at Virginia Commonwealth University, but my hometown is Alexandria, VA! I have lots of personal experience with my own pets (past and present!) and would love to share my love for animals with your own! I'm an active person and love to go on walks! Im also great...
Eva can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine
Hi! My name is Vitória and I am writing to express my interest in the pet sitter position. I have extensive experience working with animals, having previously done dog sitting and cat sitting for various clients. My passion for animals and my ability to connect with them make me an excellent fit for this role.
I am highly...
Vitoria can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Maria P.
Alexandria, VA
$25-40/hr
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I can provide dog sitting in your own home or mine. I'm starting to offer this service, however I've had multiple dogs for more than 10 years, and I truly love dogs and cats as well!!
I have taken care of my neighbors' cats in the past, so I also have experience in this field.
Florencia N.
Alexandria, VA
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hellooo! My name is Florencia, I'm 28yo and I've been a pet sitter for the past 5 years but i've always had animals at home. I love animals and they also love me haha. Id love to help, I'm a non smoker and have my own car. I hope to hear more about you soon. Thank you!
Florencia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello!!! I am currently a freshman at JMU (I am a Biology major with a Pre-Vet track), however, I decided that it would be best for me to stay at home for the first semester. While I am home, I would love to find a couple of pet sitting jobs to make some extra money. During high school, I pet sat two dogs and one cat for two...
Leah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Xeriqua G.
Alexandria, VA
$12-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
Army Trained, Pet Approved: Experienced And Caring Dog Sitter
I love working with animals because they bring so much joy and companionship. Building trust, understanding their unique personalities, and contributing to their well-being is incredibly rewarding for me.
I'm looking for jobs where I can provide reliable, compassionate care, making dogs feel safe and loved in a home-like...
Xeriqua can also help with: Pet sitting
I provide dog sitting/cat sitting in your own home! I have three dogs at my house currently and have pet sat many times for neighbors and friends. I love dogs of all sizes and ages!
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have always had animals around me growing up, I love all animals and love to be around them as much as I can. I can provide great animal sitting in or out of your home, I have 5+ years of experience taking care of animals, mostly dogs. I love all sizes and ages, can help with walks, eating, and grooming.
Emily can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Alexandria
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Alexandria, VA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Alexandria, VA will cost an average of $15.70 per hour as of January 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Alexandria, VA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Alexandria, VA on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 23 in home pet sitters in Alexandria, VA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Alexandria, VA?
In home pet sitters in Alexandria, VA can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Alexandria, VA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Alexandria, VA, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Alexandria, VA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Alexandria, VA. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.