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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 dogs & 3 birds myself! I am a huge animal lover. I have pet sat for many many families for multiple years! I am very trustworthy, caring, and kind hearted! You will not regret having me watch your animals. I can assure you they will be in some of the best care ever, besides your own :). I am great at communicating,...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
I am 50 Years old and have owned and LOVED ALL kinds of pets my entire life!!! Experience includes caring for Dogs, cats, birds, fish, hermit crabs, chickens, ducks, bunnies, pigs, ferrets, snakes, mice, rats, and even tarantulas and scorpions
I have worked with all kinds and can provide references as needed.
Let ME take your...
Lorraine can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Lorraine W. is our favorite!
I had hired her multiple times. She has Cared for my 4 children and has pet sit and watched my home
and Has Watched and taken care of my special needs brother . Lori is very dependable and reliable! Lori is just wonderful! Give her a...
Tiffany Lorraine C.
Allysa F.
Springfield, VA
$23-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
**I will not accept any boarding requests, I only go to owner's homes to care for their furry family**
Hi, my name is Allysa and I'm 21 years old. I have been pet sitting for 7 years. My friends and family know they can rely on me to take care of their pets. I have potty trained puppies, administered medications (intranasal,...
Allysa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Allysa is fantastic. I've used her twice for cat sitting jobs and have her booked for a third job in a few months. She's easy to communicate with, comfortable medicating my cat, and even helps out with a few odds and ends around the house while I'm away. I'm...
Jessica K.
4.8
(37)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jimena. I am 40 years old and a huge animal lover! I have had pets all of my life and have grown to care and love them deeply. My true passion in life is to aid, help and save lives. I advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves :)
I am a certified veterinary assistant and animal behaviorist who has...
Jimena can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We use Jimena repeatedly when we need someone to come take care of our dogs and bunny and she is trustworthy, on time, responsible, and always provides updates! I trust her in my home overnight and has always taken care of things while we are gone. She has even...
Alison K.
Luisa V.
Springfield, VA
$12-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Luisa, I am from Colombia and I love the dogs I am responsible and honest. I have a cockier spaniel and I love I and careful
Luisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Luisa has been an incredible help with our 3 year old and our 4 month old. She’s patient, imaginative, loving and caring. Our 3 year old loves her and is always happy to see her. She’s helped prep meals for him, care for him while he’s sick and take him to have...
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am passionate about animals and have a deep love for all furry friends. I am responsible, reliable, and committed to providing the best care for your pets! Your pets will receive the attention, exercise, and affection they need when in my care, making me a trustworthy choice as their caretaker. As an owner of my own dog...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Maria is amazing!! We want to keep her for ever!! She’s really nice and sweet with our puppy and what we value most about her job is that she really engages with our dog every day she goes to see him. "
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Jannell Q.
Springfield, VA
$20-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting services. I have dog sat for over 3 years. I love all animals of all shapes and sizes.
Jannell can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
As a parent of twin poodles ! I am very reliable, trustworthy and patient. I been surrounded by dogs my entire life. I know the responsibility and needed care for dogs. Walking, picking up litter, day and night feeding times, etc. I am willing to do additional tasks if needed! With all of my skills, I am able to provide a...
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since the last 23 years we owned 3 rescue dogs . We currently enjoy our sweet rescue Sugar , a Border Collie / Viszla / English Setter / Pekinese / Scottish Terrier mix . She gets twice / day long walks and a lot of love . I like to take care of any size dogs, also 2 - 3 dogs at once.
Bernice can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Aly A.
Burke, VA
$15-20/hr
Hello!
I am reliable, patient, and a dog mom to two lab pit mixes. Always grew up with cats, but definitely enjoying my pups! They always know how to keep me busy.
I would love to meet you and your fur baby.
Aly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Gabrielle S.
Burke, VA
$13-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Gabby and I would love to take care of your pet! I own 5 different animals (2 cats and 3 dogs), one of which I have to administer daily medications to (so needless to say im used to handling more than one fur baby). Ive taken care of/walked dogs 50-60 pounds and lower, and have experience caring for reptiles and...
Gabrielle can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
Jessi M.
Woodbridge, VA
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I love animals and I have been caring for them for many years! I specifically have cared for cats and dogs for the past few years. I will love and care for your pets as though they are my own
Jessi can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Bianca L.
Woodbridge, VA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Forming Genuine Connection With Both Animals And People, Ensuring High Level Of Care And Attention.
I have always enjoyed expressing myself through art and crafty activities, and I love sharing this creativity with children. I believe that balancing play and hard work is essential to personal growth, and I strive to instill this in the children I care for. My experience in child care comes from looking after younger family...
Bianca can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I am an enthusiastic woman, who likes to take care of people and pets, I am very respectful and I like to put my heart into everything I do.
My specialty is to cook healthy and nutritious but also fun dishes!
Hi I'm Virginia. I'm a 25-year-old who loves dogs. For over 13 years I've had a Chihuahua and for the past 3 years a beautiful Cane Corso (128lbs aprox).
I'm confident, energetic and fun so I consider myself very proactive.
In a few occasions I have taken care of my friends pets and it's been wonderful so now I'm sharing my...
Virginia can also help with: Pet walking
I'd describe my personality as Hard working, devoted, reliable and honest
I love working with animals because it's always been a passion of mine to work and care for animals
I'm looking for a job that, gives me an opportunity to learn and grow beyond what I already know
I started working with animals when my friends needed...
I love animals. I can't remember a time growing up that my family didn't have a zoo of our own. From dogs to cats, goats to horses, birds, small rodents, and fish, I have experience with them all.
Kathrin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have 9 years experience I love pet the pets most of the time they are loved me I really in joy with them
Emillee Z.
Woodbridge, VA
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I currently have 2 furry friends and have a few growing and have been pet sitting for friends and family for a few years now. Pet sitting is not a hassle for me since I love these furry animals! I love challenges and adventures so energetic pals are not problem for me! I have been professional pet sitting for about 3 years but...
Emillee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am walking a dog on the weekends for 25 minutes. I love dogs of all sizes. I use to take care of a jack Russell terrier and a pit bull.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Lorton, VA
Lorraine W.
5.0
Lorraine W. is our favorite!
I had hired her multiple times. She has Cared for my 4 children and has pet sit and watched my home
and Has Watched and taken care of my special needs brother . Lori is very dependable and reliable! Lori is just wonderful! Give her a call or text! Will not regret it!
- Tiffany Lorraine C.
Allysa F.
5.0
Allysa is great! I always get a ton of dog updates while she watches my dogs. She clearly cares about taking care of them as well as my home while she is in it.
- Care member
Jimena E.
4.0
Jimena has helped to train our dogs to behave better on walks, to sit at intersections when she stops and they look forward to their weekly walks with her.
- Marianna D.
Luisa V.
5.0
Luisa is a Godsent! She watched our baby until she went to daycare around 17 months. She is the first caregiver I truly trusted with our child. She is so warm, responsible and very attentive to the needs of our child. She takes her job very seriously, which gives us peace of mind. Even though we no...
- Care member
Maria S.
5.0
At first I wasn’t sure that Maria was real because of how nice she is. My first time using the site. She is incredible with caring for our animals while me and the family are out of town. My dogs and cats don’t like a lot of people at first but they do amazing with her. I won’t be switching from her...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Lorton, VA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Lorton, VA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.96 per hour as of February 2025. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Lorton, VA?
There are 23 pet care providers in Lorton, VA offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Lorton or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Lorton, VA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Lorton, VA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Lorton, VA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Lorton, VA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Lorton, VA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Lorton, VA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Lorton, VA?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Lorton, VA, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Lorton, VA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Lorton, VA, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.