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Find pet sitters in Richmond, VA that you’ll love
169 pet sitters are listed in Richmond, VA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in Richmond, VA
I absolutely love dogs and kitties! I have animals of my own that are like my own children! If you need assistance with your fur babies don't hesitate to reach out, I'm more than happy to help! I'm super flexible!
Judith can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Let your pets and yourself enjoy life a little more life stress free with my help! I'm Stephanie, and after working 7 years as a certified dog trainer, I have retired into offering enrichment-based drop in services. From indoor scent work to outdoor adventure walks, there's something for each animal to enjoy that helps keep...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 dogs and 3 cats. Ranging from 2 years to 8 years. I have cared for a wonderful furry fellow (dog) Freddy, at my last care gig. I was responsible for his total care, including taking him to doggy daycare for a week while owner was on vacation.
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Cleshaundra C.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Cleshaundra's Bio
I have been around pets majority of my life. I havea dog myself and have cared for a few cats as well. I can assist with grooming feeding and walking and pet sitting on the weekends if needed. I look forward to working with you and your fur babies!
Cleshaundra can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Emily W.
Richmond, VA
$12-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have pet sat for dogs and cats in the past whether I stay at the residence, they stay with me, or I just stop in to take care of them. I was raised with dogs in my house and started pet sitting them for my parents as soon as I could drive. Not too long after that I started pet sitting for my neighbor's dogs and cats from a...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Matthew S.
Richmond, VA
$12-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi I'm Matthew, It has always been a passion of mine to take care of others and help them with anything they may need. I also love dog sitting I care for every dog like they were my own and would love the chance to meet with you!
Matthew can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet walking
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: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I have 8+ years of dog walking, cat care, pet sitting experience, and Pet Care management. I enjoy connecting with all species of animals; I am know to be quite the cat whisperer, and I have experience caring for AVIANS and EXOTICS, as well as dogs, pet pockets, and cats. I have knowledge and experience in Pet First Aid, as well...
Cathryn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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 walking, pet sitting
Jenna C.
Richmond, VA
$8-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter With Years Of Veterinary Assistant Experience.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a veterinary assistant and my passion involves providing the best care possible for your pet! I have been in the vet field for six years and have been providing pet sitting services for five years. Along with overnight stays and daytime sitting, I provide basic grooming needs such as baths, nail trims, and...
Jenna can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Miranda S.
Richmond, VA
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have served as a pet sitter for many members of my community for over four years, primarily dogs and cats. I have a cat myself with some health needs, and I grew up with animals around me. I would love to take care of your precious babies when you are out of town, I know how much peace of mind can be gained when you have a pet...
Miranda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Emily M.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have loved animals my whole life and have cared for my own pets (including fish, cats, and snakes) for 10 years. I began pet sitting and dog walking when I was 13.
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Courtney A.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have a black lab myself and have been around dogs my whole life, they are family members. I am happy to care for your baby like I care for mine. I have experience house sitting, caring for cats, and horses as well.
Courtney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I grew up with three dogs and have been pet sitting for friends and family for as long as I can remember. I graduated from Virginia Tech in the Spring. I love animals and just moved to Richmond. I am missing my dog at home and would love to be able to help when needed!
I have plenty of experience caring for pets as I have grown up always with two dogs and at least three cats. Throughout my life I have cared for large rambunctious dogs, cats (with health problems, neurological problems shedding problems etc.), a leopard gecko, and two guinea pigs. I also have dog sitting experience with an...
Derowen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Krislyn S.
Richmond, VA
$14-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Krissy and I am 18 years old. I am going to be home in Maryland from December 12-January 14 and would love to find some pet sitting jobs while I'm there! I have previous experience caring for both cats and dogs. I love animals, I have two dogs of my own and have had even more in the past!
Krislyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Carleen B.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr
I am a 43-year-old female. I live in the Chester Area. I have 3 children ages 21, 20, 18. I am currently seeking work in childcare which I have done work for an at home daycare for 10 years. I have an accounting background. I have a CDL. I am a self driven person hard worker. I am available to do housekeeping, childcare,...
Carleen can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, dog training, boarding, administration of medicine & more
Emma W.
Richmond, VA
$13/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a reliable, hardworking, and easy going 19-year-old student at Longwood University. I'm currently studying to be a liaison, but most of my work so far has been with animals and children. I've been dog sitting for five years and I even worked at a kennel for a summer. I've dealt with all types of dogs, so I'm not...
Emma can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting or walking. I am a 22-year-old and am going into my final year of undergrad at Sewanee in TN. I have been around/have had pets (specifically dogs and cats) all my life and am extremely responsible. I love cats and medium to large dogs of all ages. I am very flexible when it comes to scheduling.
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Zaferia Z.
Richmond, VA
$17-25/hr
Hi there! Love fur babies and willing to help sit and walk dogs when needed. Thanks for considering me! I'm fully vaccinated and taking covid seriously. Thanks for considering me!
Zaferia can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Richmond, VA
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Richmond, VA?
Hiring a pet sitter in Richmond, VA will cost an average of $14.31 per hour as of February, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Richmond that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in Richmond, VA can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Richmond. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 169 pet sitters in Richmond, VA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
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Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Sitters in Richmond, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 169 listed pet sitters.