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Hello! I'm Ashleigh, and I have years of experience working with dogs of all sizes and breeds. At one point, I was a dog trainer, which gave me hands-on experience working with a wide range of dogs, helping them learn. I've worked as a clinic assistant at a veterinary office, where I assisted with restraining dogs and kennel...
Ashleigh can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
Rebecca S.
Richmond, VA
$15-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
I grew up with a dog my whole life and have always had a pet in my home! Currently I have one friendly dog and two kitties I pet sit for friends and family, taking care of their dogs and cats. I'm looking to do this more since having my baby and looking to earn some more income!
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sharon S.
Midlothian, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name Sharon and I have pet sitting for approximately 10 years. I have fed, walked, cleaned their area, and played with a variety of animals. I have had pets my entire life and I do this as a fill-in along with being home health aide. If the case is near my home off of genito road, I don't mind running by to do brief...
Since a young age, when friends, family members, or even neighbors would go out of town i've been taking care of animals. I've constantly grown up with cats, dogs, bunnies, hamsters, snakes etc. so I know all the ins and outs of taking care of many species of animals. I love going on walks or to the dog park or even chilling at...
Corinne can also help with: Pet walking
Hi! My name is Nic!
I have experience pet sitting for both dogs and cats. I've owned dogs since I was young, and I currently own two, one of which is a senior dog. Additionally, I have and still continue to provide care for family members' dogs when they need the help & are not home.
As for cats, I was lucky to foster two...
Nicole can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding
Jackie H.
Richmond, VA
$12/hr • 3 yrs exp
Before I moved back to my hometown of Richmond Virginia, I had my own pet sitting business in NJ for five years. I loved the variety of animals I had in my care. I took care of cats, dogs, bunnies, cockatiels, iguanas, and even pirhanas. I foster kittens from Richmond Animal Care and Control and love every minute of it! Rest...
Jackie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Madalyn L.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting services in your home. I can do daytime visits/playtime, overnights, weekends, etc. I have experience with cats, dogs, small animals, and small farm animals as well. I regularly pet sit for a for a sweet, former stray, cat named Cheeto. My family growing up raised everything from orphaned ducklings and...
I am a responsible, active, playful, and compassionate pet care provider. I love all animals and they love me. I have been professionally pet sitting for 6 years and have cared for anything ranging from a snake to a dog to an aquarium. For fun, I volunteer with the Humane Society, and I feel comfortable watching up to 4 dogs at...
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home, and am able to care for your pets at my home if needed. I love dogs of all sizes and ages, can perform baths, as well as light grooming.
Virginia can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
Briana D.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide dog/cat sitting in your home, or in my home. I have plenty of yard space as well as plenty of parks/places to walk to offer exercise to your pet if needed. I'm an experienced pet sitter with over 10+ years of experience, and I love dogs of all sizes, ages, and conditions. I can also perform baths and will offer a lot...
Briana can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I grew up with three dogs and have been pet sitting for friends and family for as long as I can remember. I graduated from Virginia Tech in the Spring. I love animals and just moved to Richmond. I am missing my dog at home and would love to be able to help when needed!
Johanna S.
Richmond, VA
$13-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I grew up with pets throughout my childhood, and I currently dog sit and cat sit both short and long term for friends, family, and even a few neighbors. I do not bring pets into my home because I own a cat that only likes people, not other furry friends. I love both canines and felines and have lived and cared for both.
I...
Johanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Have pets of my own including, dogs, cats, and birds. So have experience walking, bathing, feed, and giving animals exercise. I can watch pets at my own home or your own home.
Hi there! I know going out and leaving your pets at home is super difficult. I am here to help. I love walking dogs and am able to go watch your furry friend whenever you are in need. From the smallest pup to the biggest in town.
Yoselyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Rachel H.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Student Looking For To Assist With Animal Care!
Hi there! My name is Rachel, I'm 21 years old, and I'm a junior music therapy major at Shenandoah University. I adore animals and have had many experiences animal sitting and dog walking! I am honest, hardworking, punctual, patient, flexible, and very organized. I'm also more than happy to provide animal sitting in yours or my...
Rachel can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I've lived my entire life with having both animals, and currently have a cat of my own. I provide sitting in your own home, due to me currently living in a dormitory. After school during my elementary and high school years, I provided one-on-one care with our dogs and cat. I also...
Courtney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Hi, my name is Helen and I am a senior biology major at VCU. I mostly have child care experience but I have also had some pet sitting experience that I'm looking to expand. I currently have two cats, one childhood cat at my parent's house and also grew up with a family dog that sadly passed away. Unfortunately, I'm unable to...
Helen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Lindsey S.
Midlothian, VA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Lindsey, and I am looking for pet sitting and dog walking opportunities. I am 24 years old, and I have had pets my whole life. I am a huge cat and dog lover. I have done drop-in visits for feeding pets and walking/letting dogs outside since I was 16. I worked at a dog daycare for 3 years. Since completing college,...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Emma, and I'm a dedicated and experienced dog sitter. I absolutely love dogs and enjoy spending time with them, whether it's going on walks, playing, or just hanging out at home. I have about 4 years of experience caring for dogs!
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide cat sitting (and possibly other pets) in your home. I am semi-retired and spend much of my time helping seniors. I grew up with cats and have had cats of my own, as well as many inside and outside rabbits. I am extremely responsible and can provide references. Your animal will be well tended.
Dianne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Colonial Heights, VA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Colonial Heights, VA will cost an average of $12.50 per hour as of April 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 Colonial Heights, VA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Colonial Heights, 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 2 in home pet sitters in Colonial Heights, 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 Colonial Heights, VA?
In home pet sitters in Colonial Heights, 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 Colonial Heights, VA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Colonial Heights, 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 Colonial Heights, VA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Colonial Heights, 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.