Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Richmond, VA
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Find home pet sitting in Richmond, VA that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Richmond, VA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Richmond, VA
Lily B.
Richmond, VA
$15-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
With over five years of professional pet sitting experience, I offer dependable and compassionate care for your beloved pets. My services include feeding, walking, and engaging playtime, all conducted in the familiar surroundings of your home. Additionally, my two summers of experience working in a veterinary office have...
Lily can also help with: 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 walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Johanna S.
Richmond, VA
$12-17/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 sitting, pet walking
I prioritize keeping your pet comfortable and happy, so please let me know what your pet needs! I am happy to crate your dog after walks, adhere to morning/bedtime routines for sitting jobs, or whatever else makes you and your pet most comfortable. I treat clients' homes and neighborhoods with care, privacy, and respect.
I...
Rachel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Naomi A.
Richmond, VA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I provide dog, cat, animal sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Naomi can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, dog training, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
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 walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
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 sitting, pet transportation
Maryland Humane Society Foster of the Year. Experienced with cats, kittens, dogs, puppies (including large breeds), rabbits, Guinea pigs. I worked closely with veterinarians and can medicate and treat many illnesses and medical conditions.
I am available for drop-in care and dog walking or home stays.
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I've always loved animals and working with them. I don't have much experience but I have cared for dogs and cats before.
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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
Elio C.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I love animals of all kinds and ages. I provide light house cleaning as well, upon request.
Elio can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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
Katherine H.
Richmond, VA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I absolutely LOVE animals and I'd love to watch yours! In the past I've pet sat for fish, hamsters, guinea pigs, dogs, and cats but, I can watch animals like reptiles too. I have experience with dogs and cats of all ages and training levels. At this time I can provide pet sitting in your home during the day and/or overnight....
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have previous experience sitting for dogs in the owners home. Duties during that time included feeding and walking the dogs. I can confidently take care of your pet and send updates so you don't have to stress about their care while away from them.
Reafa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've cared for a variety of animals; as companions, as a sitter/dog walker and as a home rehabilitation provider through months of love before approving of a forever home.
Growing up I had my 2 cats and 5 beautiful beagles. Once I reached 6th grade I began sitting and walking neighborhood pets (and my love for animals grew)....
Kyra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Leah H.
Richmond, VA
$13-20/hr
I provide pet sitting in your home or mine. I've had a pet dog for over 10 years and I absolutely love animals!
Leah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Linnea H.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide any animal sitting or walking! I have three cats of my own at home and love all animals. I have experience with cats, dogs, small pets such as hamsters, fish, and mice. I love all pets any size and age and can also perform baths.
Linnea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love pets and I have a puppy and a cat at home, in apex, that I miss so much while away at school. I would love to be around pets more and take care of them when you need some help. I have pet sat for about 5 years now, on and off. I can't wait to meet your and your furry family.
Laura can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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Lily M.
Richmond, VA
$17-32/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been pet sitting since I was 13 as a part time neighborhood job. For a number of clients my responsibilities included daily feeding, walks and play with pets while owners are away; also cared for houses while pet sitting.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, responsible and organized. While pet owners are away, I like...
Lily can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, grooming & more
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.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Richmond
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Richmond, VA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Richmond, VA will cost an average of $14.54 per hour as of February 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 Richmond, VA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Richmond, 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 48 in home pet sitters in Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA?
In home pet sitters in Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Richmond, 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.