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My name is Mary Jane, and I'm 24 years old. I grew up in a loving home where my parents taught me the importance of having a deep respect for God, as well as showing love and compassion toward others.
I truly enjoy caring for people, especially Kids and helping the elderly with tasks that can be difficult for them. I'm...
Mary Jane can also help with: Pet sitting
I'm a certified veterinary assistant, I have experience grooming and performing routing exams on canines. I have fostered pregnant dogs and newborn pups. I have taken puppy and behavioral training classes and currently have a Rottweiler and a pit mix
I currently go to school full time and work however I always find time for my...
Trinity can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have been around animals my whole life I love all animals but am most familiar with dogs and cats all ages and size. I always can provide dog sitting in my home. Can also give baths and lots of cuddles.
My specialty is in-home pet sitting. I've found that pets are more comfortable on their own turf and it doesn't stress them out as badly to be with a stranger. I have no problems with staying overnight, and my schedule also allows for daytime check ins. If needed, I am also more than happy to do things like bring in the mail or...
Jordyn can also help with: Pet sitting
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Along with babysitting, I am also experienced in taking care of pets. This is something I have been doing for people around my neighborhood for two years now, and I also have two dogs and a cat at home. I am very comfortable with any dogs (big or small) and love to take them on walks or to the park to run around. I can also help...
Gaby can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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"Gaby communicates well, works with my schedule, and has overall been great with my puppy. Highly recommended :)"
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Kate I.
Prince George, VA
$13/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced Pet sitter of 10 years I have taken care of dogs, cats and chickens I have a dog of my own and feel animals are just as important as we are! I look forward to meeting and loving your pets as well
Kate can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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"Kate is a great pet sitter. She is extremely dependable, punctual, very caring, and really great with our animals. We are very picky about who watches our animals when we are away. I can think of no one better than Kate to take care of them. I can easily recommend...
Teresa V.
I'm C. 33, and I am a graduate from VCU in Environmental Science. I moved from Norfolk up here after finishing my Horticulture Associates.
I am a current pet mom to two adult cats and one bearded dragon! I have lived with dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and parakeets. I have had roommates with Macaws, snakes, and geckos.
I am very...
Chelsey can also help with: 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
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
Carleen B.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr
I am a 43-year-old female. I live in the Chester Area. I have 3 children ages 21, 20, 18. I am currently seeking work in childcare which I have done work for an at home daycare for 10 years. I have an accounting background. I have a CDL. I am a self driven person hard worker. I am available to do housekeeping, childcare,...
Carleen can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training & more
Melissa B.
Hopewell, VA
$19-20/hr
I am a nurse, but I also love animals and have dogs and chickens and fish and reptiles of my own! I, mainly use my care. com profile for caregiving for seniors, however, decided to offer my services for animals as well as I know how stressful it is needing a pet sitter when you are away from home.
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
Sydney H.
Chesterfield, VA
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am able to dog sit in your own home. If need be I am also able to stay the night if the pet is in need of someone to be with them through the night. I have taken care of mostly dogs but I can also care for cats and also tend to chickens. I typically have only been asked to feed dogs and let them out at scheduled times.
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting
I have 1-2 years of experience being a Veterinary Assistant, but I have been around farm animals and house pets ALL of my life! I am completely comfortable and confident with giving medicine, house sitting/check ups, walking, and feeding. My passion for animals is beyond just a passion. I will promise you, your baby will be in...
Niko can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
I would be able to provide dog and/or cat sitting (in your own home), dog walking, along with daily feeding and cleaning of areas such as litter boxes and feeding areas if needed.
I currently work as a vet assistant and regularly work with animals on a daily basis.
I wholly believe that pets are part of the family, and as...
Jessica can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
I'm new and wanted to share my love with other fur babies and animals.
I have a yorkie at home and I'm always horsing around with her and she's very energetic. I go by her personality and how to make her day extra special.
That's exactly how I would be with other pets. They all have different personality's and need extra love...
Crystal can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I'm a life long lover of animals big and small. We always had at least one dog in our home growing up and currently my husband and I have one very spoiled cat. I'm looking to supplement my income by taking on some pet sitting responsibility. Look forward to speaking with you. Thanks, Sara
Sara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training
I have been a dog sitter now for 2 years. I have consistent clients that book me regularly but I am hoping to expand my business soon! I am an animal lover, and I have my own shepherd mix. I also work part time from home, so I am very dedicated to taking care of your animals. I am willing to travel about 45 minutes from my home...
Hannah can also help with: Boarding, 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...
Ashley K.
Richmond, VA
$13/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I have my pet sitting for over 3 years now. I have done dogs, cats and fish, experience with taking care for multiple at a time and even comfortable with taking care of pets in my own home or at yours. I also have done plenty of house sitting, and taking dogs to doggie park.
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have two large dogs that need structure but also a nurturing environment. I am comfortable walking dogs on lead and bathing. I can be flexible with what each dog needs care and attention wise. I understand that not all dogs are the same, but each dog is loved the same by their owner.
Briton can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Petersburg
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Petersburg, VA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Petersburg, VA will cost an average of $13.00 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 Petersburg, VA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Petersburg, 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 1 in home pet sitters in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, VA?
In home pet sitters in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, VA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, VA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Petersburg, 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.