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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 March 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Alexandria, VA
Hello! I am a student at the University of Richmond who is back in West Chester, PA for the summer. Along with babysitting I am hoping to make some extra money through pet care this summer. I have had 6 dogs in my life (sizes toy to extra large) and love hanging out with and taking care of pets. I have taken care of many other...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I'd be happy to help with your family fur babies!
I was a cat owner for 14yrs & currently enjoy pet sitting cats, dogs (under 40lbs), & other pets (rabbits, guinea pigs & fish) for close family & friends (especially my niece-pup :) & Care Community. I'd also describe my personality as energetic, friendly,...
Sherita can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting
Dedicated Pet Sitter with a Personal Touch
I provide more than just pet sitting - I offer a personalized, loving experience for your pets. From feeding and walks to playtime and companionship, I ensure your pets feel comfortable and cared for in your absence.
My dad taught us to give a lot of love and to grow with pets since I...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
Marta M.
Washington, DC
$18-21/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home.
Anything after 9 a.m. before 3 p.m. and after 6 p.m.
I live with a dog in the house - German Shepherds.
Marta can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide pet sitting services in your own home. I am currently a cat mommy to 2 cats. I'm an experienced pet sitter with 10+ years of experience and former Humane Society foster parent. I can also administer medications.
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Hi, I'm Kamari and I'm passionate about caring for your furry friends as if they were my own. With years of hands-on experience in pet care and as a pet owner to both a dog and a rabbit I understand firsthand the love and attention every pet deserves. I offer personalized services including dog walking, in-home pet sitting,...
Kamari can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Deborah C.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I would love to provide pet sitting services for you! I have four pets of my own and have always had at least two my whole life. I can get transportation to and from your home and my hours are very flexible! Can provide references upon request.
Deborah can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, my name is Monica. I am an experienced dog and cat sitter. I have always loved dogs and cats, since I was a little girl. I began dog and cat sitting back in 2009, when I was a stay at home mom and the kids started getting older. My husband had a job that was dog friendly, so everyone at his job would bring their dogs to...
Monica can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Larissa J.
Washington, DC
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experienced And Reliable Pet Sitter Ready To Help Make Your Life Easier
I am an experienced pet and house sitter located in Arlington, VA. I am very reliable and look forward to taking care of your pets and home. I recently resigned from my corporate job where I worked for 12 years.
Larissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of a variety of animals, which includes dogs, cats and exotic animals. Responsibilities included: visiting the client's home, feeding, and walking pets during scheduled times. Keep a daily log of walking times, feeding times, notable animal behavior and other pertinent information.
Virginia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sophie! I am a college student home for the summer and absolutely love animals! I have grown up with dogs my entire life and have experience with dog and cat sitting since high school. My family currently has two dogs, a husky mix (who is almost 80 lbs!) and a pitbull mix, so I have a mix of experience with all sizes and...
Sophie can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Isabel M.
Washington, DC
$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
I will pet sit for you in your home or check in on your pet in your home periodically. I love all animals and have had a variety of pets since a young age. I can also assist with baths and pet pick up.
Isabel can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi, my name is Nina! I call myself your fur friend's Bestie. Paw parents have referred to me as the dog (and cat) whisperer. I have 33 years of experience in animal care. I have worked as a Veterinary Assistant, Kennel Technician, Groomer, Walker and Sitter. I don't have any fur friends at home because I prefer to give all my...
Nina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello!
I'm Sol, I'm from Argentina and I have experience taking care a dogs/cats in my home town.
I'd like to move to DC soon and extra money will be awesome.
I hope I can start studying next fall season in the evening classes.
I'd love to meet you and see if I can take care of your pet!!
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have experience with different pets, especially with dogs.
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Maura W.
Washington, DC
$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am an experienced pet caregiver! For over a year, walked a precious pup during the day and also provided care in a situation where the owners could not get home in time or went away. I am a huge animal person!! Since I was young, I have always had at least two dogs, however I now have two kittens of my own. Being that my...
Maura can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello pet lovers! My name is Nyla . and I'm a rising sophomore at Howard University, looking to stay active help care for your pet while home for the summer!
What sets me apart from other sitters and walkers is that I never get tired, l used to be a year round softball athlete who loves to stay busy and active and i'm sure your...
Nyla can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
I am an absolute animal lover and have grown up with pets, so I am very comfortable taking care of them. I provide pet sitting in your own home as well as part-time jobs to walk/play with pets.
Faith can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Abigail C.
Washington, DC
$25-35/hr
Hello! My name is Abigail, I am a middle school teacher based in the DC-metro area. I am also a dog lover! I grew up with dogs in my family home, and am comfortable with small, and medium sized dogs (no bigger than a full-grown Labrador please!). I am comfortable handling 2 dogs at a time, and am comfortable with most breeds (no...
Abigail can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been taking care of dogs and cats alike since I was 13! 1 a.m. particularly attentive and gentle with shyer animals. Since my cat recently passed I have been missing taking care of pets so l am eager to take care of a new animal!
I am currently a full time college student so the majority of my availability will be before...
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, 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 $15.71 per hour as of March 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 24 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.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA home pet sitting listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Pet Sitting in Alexandria, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting.