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I’m a dedicated and compassionate dog sitter who loves spending time with furry friends. With a genuine passion for animals, I offer a safe, fun, and caring environment for your dog while you’re away. Whether it’s a walk in the park, playing fetch, or simply relaxing at home, I make sure your dog feels comfortable and loved. I’m...
Brenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Ana M.
Herndon, VA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I provide dog 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.
Ana can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Julia J.
Poolesville, MD
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love animals and have grown up with several pets in the home, and currently have my sweet pal Oscar, a black cat. I've never had a dog but have plenty of experience sitting while families go on vacation and need their pup to have a companion, and am happy to walk and play with your dog! Whether you need me to take care of your...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
As an experienced and dedicated pet sitter, I bring a lifelong love for dogs and a strong sense of responsibility to my work. With two furry companions of my own at home, caring for dogs has always been an integral part of my life. I possess a deep empathy for these wonderful creatures, and their well-being is always my utmost...
I have been house sitting, dog sitting and cat sitting for various people for the last 20 years. I have the most experience with dogs, but have sat for cats and other household pets. I prefer to stay in the Ashburn/Leesburg/Aldie area but would consider other areas.
My In Home Overnight care includes evening, dinner, nighttime...
Traci can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding
Hello! I have worked with dogs since I was 15 years old and have been a dog owner my whole life! I am offering pet boarding/ sitting/ daycare in my home or yours! I have lots of experience and absolutely adore dogs and will love yours :)
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Hello! My name is Rebecca J and I am a recent college graduate from the University of Mary Washington who is looking to make some money before beginning graduate school in the fall. I absolutely love dogs and have three of my own with ages ranging from 3-16 years old. I like to stay active and walk at least an hour a day and...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I can provide dog sitting in your own home, and I have over 7 years of pet sitting/pet care experience. I am comfortable taking care of dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, etc. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!
making sure the pet is safe, cared for, and...
I am a responsible college student, I attend Bethel University in the St. Paul/ Minneapolis area. I have been around dogs my whole life. I have a 5-year-old golden retriever at home. She is the sweetest, most loving girl ever. I love all dogs and am willing to walk, dog sit, and an array of other things.
Mary M.
Ashburn, VA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've had cats in my home for my entire life, but I've also had experience watching and walking dogs. I have my own transportation, don't smoke, and can pet sit overnight if needed.
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I am available to provide pet sitting in your own home. I have about 6 years of experience. I have previously pet-sat for weeks at a time. I have three large standard poodles myself. I am comfortable with dogs of any breed/size.
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide in-home dog and cat sitting. I have three years of experience watching pets. I come from a home that has two cats.
Janine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Mary J.
Reston, VA
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Reliable And Caring Pet-sitting In Your Home While You Are Away
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. I am an experienced and trustworthy pet-sitter with active background checks.
Cat families: 1 or 2 visits/day: feeding, water, medication, bowl & litterbox cleaning. Most cats do not enjoy interacting with strangers when their owners are away, so I do not typically offer overnight care...
Mary can also help with: Pet transportation
5.0
"Mary was wonderful taking care of my cat while we were away. She was very patient and kind (even when kitty was not!). Mary went to great lengths to make sure that our fur baby was happy and well taken care of. We could relax on our trip knowing that she was in...
Erin M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed veterinary technician who absolutely LOVES working with animals, and can't get enough - which is precisely why I am here. I would love the opportunity to serve you and your pet when you may need a night out on the town, or have some business out of town to attend to. I am always reachable, and will give the same...
Cheri can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I highly recommend hiring Cheri for your pet sitting needs! I was super anxious about a 2 week trip I had coming up because I was so worried about leaving my cats and bird home alone for that length of time and I had many fears regarding trusting others to take...
Lesley Ann D.
Hilda A.
Bethesda, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm a mommy to three cuddly pups. I have great references. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
Hilda can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 20 and attend the University of South Carolina. Growing up, my family always had some mixture of dogs and cats. Me and my siblings were responsible for walking the dogs, cleaning the cat litter, and feeding/caring for them all.
At home in Maryland our family has an old dog who needs a lot of help and...
Elena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding
Claudia C.
Arlington, VA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience pet sitting and walking. I have worked informally for families as a dog sitter and I have worked professionally as a Dog Daycare Attendant at Dogtopia-Pittsburgh. I recently moved back to the DC metro area and am looking for part time work to supplement my income. Professionally, I work from...
Claudia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Our dog was recently post-surgery and gets very anxious when we leave her but Claudia was able to adeptly handle all of these challenges and our dog showed no signs of separation anxiety while we were gone!"
Linda F.
Sheila V.
Annandale, VA
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog walking and sitting in your own home! I'm an experienced dog sitter with 4 years of experience. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
Elizabeth V.
Kensington, MD
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter/House Sitter With Years of Experience And Excellent References
5.0
(2)
I cared for three cats in their Easton, MD home for nearly four years until their owner, K. moved to Texas. I had a key to her home and visited her cats daily when she was out of town. I also brought in the mail daily and sometimes shopped for cat food and other pet and household supplies. She was very happy with my services,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Elizabeth (Liz) joined us when my son was 3months old and cared for him full time for a year until he started daycare. We still do ask her for help sometimes on the weekends.
She has a caring personality that makes her a wonderful person to work with kids. As...
Preitha M.
4.9
(16)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
My mother and I provide pet sitting, dog walking, and personal assistant services as a team in the local area, and we are available to assist your family upon request. We live in North Chevy Chase, MD, and are available to travel to your home to provide services there or run your errands in your neighborhood. I am a high school...
Elena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Elena was great! We were out of town for a week, and she took care of our two cats and fish. Our older cat needs medicine mixed into her food, and Elena handled it all, no problem. She brought in our mail, and even offered to water the plants, although it wasn't...
Julie M.
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Sterling, VA
Mary J.
5.0
Mary was wonderful taking care of my cat while we were away. She was very patient and kind (even when kitty was not!). Mary went to great lengths to make sure that our fur baby was happy and well taken care of. We could relax on our trip knowing that she was in such good hands!
- Erin M.
Cheri S.
5.0
Cheri is very professional, kind, reliable, and always shows upon time. She’s also wonderful to my kittens and very responsive with communication. Highly recommend her.
- Care member
Claudia C.
5.0
Our dog was recently post-surgery and gets very anxious when we leave her but Claudia was able to adeptly handle all of these challenges and our dog showed no signs of separation anxiety while we were gone!
- Linda F.
Elizabeth V.
5.0
Elizabeth (Liz) joined us when my son was 3months old and cared for him full time for a year until he started daycare. We still do ask her for help sometimes on the weekends.
She has a caring personality that makes her a wonderful person to work with kids. As parents, this allows us as to be...
- Preitha M.
Elena F.
5.0
Elena took great care of our Guinea pigs while we're on vacation. She was very responsive to messages and sent pictures each day.
- Seth M.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Sterling
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Sterling, VA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Sterling, VA will cost an average of $13.25 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 Sterling, VA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Sterling, 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 4 in home pet sitters in Sterling, 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 Sterling, VA?
In home pet sitters in Sterling, 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 Sterling, VA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Sterling, 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 Sterling, VA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Sterling, 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.