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Find home pet sitting in Washington, DC that you’ll love
67 home pet sitting are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Washington, DC
Hi there!! I am a responsible caretaker and good communicator who loves animals! I have had a family dog my whole life and have also had 2 years of experience taking care of a dog on my own. I have experience around dogs of all sizes and have also had hamsters and small reptiles as pets as well. I am available for pet sitting at...
Danielle can also help with: Dog training, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog walker with great references and 3+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
Lucy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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
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 walking, pet sitting
Olivia R.
Washington, DC
$18-21/hr
I have grown up with dogs my whole life and absolutely love taking care of pets. I'm happy to walk, pet sit in the owners home, or pet sit in my home. I'm a graduate student so my schedule is rather flexible and I have a car.
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hello there! My name is Janice. I have a deep love for pets and would love to work with you! I have two years of professional experience as a dog walker and have worked with a variety of personalities and needs.
I live with my charming 8-year-old French Bulldog named Hugo, who has truly been my best friend for the three years...
Janice can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Peggy R.
Washington, DC
$18-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
I can provide pet sitting in your home. I prefer cats, but can deal with dogs too. I am semi retired and looking to do something I love. I am a life long cat owner, currently have two.
Peggy can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Emma B.
Washington, DC
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been an animal lover and enthusiast since forever, but have at least 10 years of paid animal caregiver experience. Besides previously working for an upscale boarding facility but I've done many at home sitting jobs. I have valuable experience with various temperaments of all animals and the patience/experience to work with...
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Bia F.
Washington, DC
$20-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a pet auntie, I grew up with dogs and cats. Sadly they're in my home country, so I need your animals to make me miss them less haha in Europe I worked as a dog walker and pet sitter and I'd love to continue it here.
Bia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love animals! I grew up with a golden retriever in a very pet friendly home. I've been a sitter for dogs and cats since the age of 8.
Shira can also help with: 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 walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Vera, I am 23, and I graduated spring '23 with my Bachelor's in Education and Sociology. This past year after graduating, I have been in Greece doing a teaching fellowship! I was an English kindergarten teacher, and I will be returning to Athens in the fall! However, I am home in the states for summer 2024...
Vera can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Nevaeh F.
Washington, DC
$20-50/hr
I have a deep love for helping others, which is why I'm offering babysitting, house cleaning, pet sitting and personal assistant services.
As the oldest of seven siblings, I have years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, managing busy schedules, and keeping things organized. Whether it's watching over little...
Nevaeh can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking
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Tamara Q.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 2 twin cats and 1 puppy at home. I grew up pet sitting them, taking them on walks, and caring for them. I would love to meet your furry loved one. I cannot wait to meet them!
Tamara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking
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
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
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I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I love go for walks and play with them.
Niyereth can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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"Niyereth was very professional and attentive. Sent me photos each day upon arrival, and proactively cleaned up after my cat got sick from eating a plant. Highly recommend. Thanks, Niyereth!"
Madeline V.
I love your pets! I can provide most common care, like dog or cat sitting (in my home or yours), walking your dogs, feedings, etc.
Samantha can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Washington
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Washington, DC?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Washington, DC will cost an average of $18.72 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 Washington, DC?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Washington, DC 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 67 in home pet sitters in Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC?
In home pet sitters in Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Washington, DC. 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 Washington, DC home pet sitting listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Pet Sitting in Washington, DC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 67 listed home pet sitting.