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341 pet care are listed in Richmond, VA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Richmond, VA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Virginia native but recently relocated to Denver for my partner's career. I am responsible, caring, and calm under pressure. I grew up around animals (cats, dogs, fish, hermit crabs) and am currently the proud dog mother of a mutt named Boo. I worked on a farm for several years and have experience with some out of the box...
Isabella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Having grown up around family pets I have always been very comfortable around animals. Now that I cohabitate with my little guy Peaches the tabbycat, I understand how important quality and stress free pet care is. It's been said that I have a calming presence with nervous pets and I am my friend's and family's first call when...
Rhee can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Dependable and Sweet. My dog is very skittish and Rhee is her favorite person! She has a gentle way about her that shows for my animals. Definitely would recommend!"
Janine H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have pet sat for people in my neighborhood but I'm ready to broaden and pet sit for more people. I am good with rodents and dogs and cats. I am not comfortable with reptiles.
Olivia can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
(2)
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: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Super care for my three monster dogs. Great communication.
Will be calling again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated animal lover and owner of 1 cat, 2 dogs, and 2 rabbits! I have been around animals of all sorts my entire life and nothing can scare me off, furry or scaly alike. I also have experience giving cats oral medication, insulin shots, and other special procedures. I am available for pet sittings that work flexibly...
Tara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Morgan M.
Richmond, VA
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Animals have been a part of my life. I've cared for cats, dogs, rabbits, ferrets, chinchillas, ball pythons, rats, hamsters, hermit crabs, horses, and fish. Most of which I've owned or fostered myself. At the moment there are two lovely rabbits who were part of my family, one of which I've raised since birth. I walked neighbors'...
Morgan can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, grooming & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am CNA but have had my own pets as well as cared for love ones fur families about 3 years now in between of my nursing career. I can do in boarding as well as weekend stays at my home or yours.
Celitta can also help with: Pet walking, boarding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am an energetic, positive, reliable, patient, and creative graduate school student who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to older elementary school age (5th grade) as well as about two years of pet sitting experience. I have a huge passion for children and animals! I'm a...
Katrina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Katrina. Was someone i hadn't met before. However she showed me and my pets care as if they were her own. She went above and beyond to do more than i asked of her. She bought them more toys and played with them more than expected. My animals were healthy and happy...
Sean K.
Jacqueline B.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
All my life I have been taking care of animals. From a young child with my own pets ( Bassett Hound, German Shephard, and a Black Lab Bordercollie) to a young college student with coworkers pets ( Cats, pigs, ducks, and more dogs like beagles, Yorkie, corgie, pugs....). Now after graduating from Longwood University I am still...
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hannah H.
Richmond, VA
$13-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Hannah and I have been in South Carolina for 1. 5 years now. My husband and I moved here for his job. I am currently a babysitter for multiple families in Lexington but I would like to expand my availability for pet sitting/dog walking. I started pet sitting when I was in high school for friends of my parents and now...
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Byron B.
Richmond, VA
$10-30/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had a dog most of my life. I had a Pomeranian for 9 years and I now have a Pekapoo. I have experience with older dogs (Pomeranian) and puppies (Pekapoo). I love dogs with all my heart and enjoy playing with them and walking them. I'm willing to do some light grooming as well and baths when necessary.
Byron can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been pet sitting for the past 2 years. I've had experiences with farm animals and indoor pets. I'm comfortable with animals from cats to horses. Animal care is important and unique to each pet. I'm happy to learn your pets habits and work accordingly. Being a quick learner, I can keep pets in their normal routine while...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jasmin P.
Richmond, VA
$12-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Pet Sitting And Pet Walker While Showing Your Animal Lots Of Amount Of Love
Currently a student at VCU looking for opportunities to give my love to animals. Worked at Petsmart pets hotel from February 2021 - September 2021. They taught me how to express love through playing, walking, and feeding
Jasmin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi, I'm Chloé! As a lifelong animal lover I have shared my own home with parrots, ferrets, cats, and a senior special needs dog. I've also cared for friend's animals including difficult cats and 40 lbs + dogs. I'm experienced in attuning to each animal's unique needs and provide passionate and knowledgeable care for all kinds....
Chloe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi my name is Karen, I'm 40 years old. I have been surrounded by animals my whole life and raised many myself. I used to be the child that rescued all the animals in the neighborhood lol. I worked at a doggy daycare when I was younger. I also have years experience of house/pet sitting. I'm kind, sweet, trustworthy, dependable...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Nic!
I have experience pet sitting for both dogs and cats. I've owned dogs since I was young, and I currently own two, one of which is a senior dog. Additionally, I have and still continue to provide care for family members' dogs when they need the help & are not home.
As for cats, I was lucky to foster two...
Nicole can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding
I am available to tend to you pets during the day and/or early evening. I have been a pet owner all of my life! My main experience has been with dogs and cats, however I am open to learning how to care for other types of animals. I am 56 years old, retired from the VCU Athletic Department (after a 25 year career!) and am in...
Kate can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide pet walking and sitting services, and am able to come to you. With a young, energetic puppy of my own, I have plenty of experience entertaining (and tiring out) animals with all energy levels and needs.
Seth can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I have been dog and cat sitting for 8 years and am very good with all animals. I am very attentive and confident I can provide your animal with whatever they need.
Mikey can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting
Virginia F.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr
Part Time Caregiver Available For Pets Including Feeding And Walking
I have been a pet owner for years and currently have 3 dogs and 1 cat. I have done pet CPR/first aid. I am able to give food, water, exercise, monitor for problems. I have worked with dogs of all sizes from Labs to toy dogs like rat terriers.
Virginia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Richmond, VA
Rhee M.
5.0
Dependable and Sweet. My dog is very skittish and Rhee is her favorite person! She has a gentle way about her that shows for my animals. Definitely would recommend!
- Janine H.
Gaby D.
5.0
Super care for my three monster dogs. Great communication.
Will be calling again!
- Care member
Katrina N.
5.0
Katrina. Was someone i hadn't met before. However she showed me and my pets care as if they were her own. She went above and beyond to do more than i asked of her. She bought them more toys and played with them more than expected. My animals were healthy and happy when i saw them next and it was an...
- Sean K.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Richmond, VA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Richmond, VA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.48 per hour as of March 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 Richmond, VA?
There are 344 pet care providers in Richmond, 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 Richmond 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 Richmond, VA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Richmond, 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.
Ratings for Richmond, VA pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Care in Richmond, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 341 listed pet care.