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5.0
(1)
Hi everyone, I'm currently a junior elementary education major at Virginia State University.
I'm looking to make some extra money, & getting to spend some time with animals in the process!
Hallie L.
Mechanicsville, VA
$13-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have grown up with pets my whole life. I have a dog of my own named Zeus who we love very much. I can provide dog sitting in your own home or also am willing to do dog boarding at my home. I have many great references and am experienced dog caregiver. I love dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds.
Hallie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
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: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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 sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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
(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, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience petsitting. I help out family members and friends all the time. I have a lot of love for animals. I treat them as my own. :)
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Mackenzie does housekeeping for the shop weekly & does a great job.. she is also very sweet with my baby, kitties & doggy . She seems to have a lot of patience & a very calm attitude. I will definitely hire her again for my pet & babysitting needs in the future....
Smithco P.
Jenna C.
Richmond, VA
$13-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter With Years Of Veterinary Assistant Experience.
5.0
(4)
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: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
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"Jenna is great!! She has watched my two dogs and cat. She is very dependable always sending updates and pictures of my babies. She really goes out of her way to provide exceptional service. She even watches my parents dogs as well she has been amazing and we all...
Casey C.
Michelle C.
Chesterfield, VA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
All Around Pet Companion/house-sitter Ready To Help!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there everyone! I am a full-time nanny with at least 6 or more years of experience with pet-sitting, house-sitting, taking pets to grooming appointments, walking them and feeding them accordingly!
I am comfortable giving meds to pets as well!
I love snuggling and providing care to your pets!
I am very friendly, calm,...
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can provide pet sitting in your home (walking, feed, brushing, ect.)! I have experience with dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and horses. Feel free to reach out to me!
Annika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Annika is awesome!! She is friendly, punctual, polite and incredibly easy to work with. Our dog is wary of strangers and he liked her instantly. I hope to work with her again in the future."
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 sitting, pet walking
Martha D.
Henrico, VA
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Happy Sitter For Cats, Rabbits, Small Dogs, Relaxed Larger Dogs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for fur babies, mainly cats, my whole adult life and always had at least one pet cat during childhood. I volunteered at Richmond SPCA with the cats in the catillions, townhouses, and rehab. I also helped them with enrichment with some dogs. I love getting to know each kitty's personality. I am also very dependable...
Martha can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
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"Martha provided the services needed and lots of love for my aging cat, Tulip, while I was away during the holidays. She provided me with ample updates while I was gone regarding Tulip, so that I would not be too worried, and when I returned home, my house was...
Justin B.
Kate I.
Prince George, VA
$13/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced Pet sitter of 10 years I have taken care of dogs, cats and chickens I have a dog of my own and feel animals are just as important as we are! I look forward to meeting and loving your pets as well
Kate can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kate is a great pet sitter. She is extremely dependable, punctual, very caring, and really great with our animals. We are very picky about who watches our animals when we are away. I can think of no one better than Kate to take care of them. I can easily recommend...
Teresa V.
Zaferia Z.
Richmond, VA
$17-25/hr
5.0
(1)
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, pet sitting, boarding
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 sitting, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation
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"Gaby communicates well, works with my schedule, and has overall been great with my puppy. Highly recommended :)"
Care member
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, and thanks for stopping by. I have worked through Care. com for nine+ years. My DMV and background check are available. When I was a teenager, I brought home a box of six abandoned kittens from behind the Broadway Theater. I'm also a lifelong resident of Richmond. For five years, I helped my boyfriend care for his two...
Janet can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Janet put my mind at ease leaving my two cats while I was on vacation. Janet took amazing care of my precious fur babies. She kept in touch each day and even sent me pics. I would definitely rehire her."
Stacey A S.
5.0
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Hello my name is Katelyn! I'm a rising junior at James Madison University as an Elementary Education Major. I provide pretty much any service in regards to taking care of your pets. I dog walk, pet sit during the day and overnight, visit daily, potty breaks, feed, take to appointments, etc. My experience includes having owned...
Katelyn can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Katelyn was amazing with my dog while my family and I went on vacation. She is very dependable, and my lab absolutely adores her. Would hire again."
Sarah C.
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: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, dog training
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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.
My name is Lucie! I'm 25 years old and live in Middletown. I am comfortable around animals of all shapes and sizes. I have five years of paid sitting experience and have had many pets throughout my life. I am open to one time and part time opportunities as well over night stays. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Lucie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Sandston, 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.
Mackenzie M.
5.0
Mackenzie does housekeeping for the shop weekly & does a great job.. she is also very sweet with my baby, kitties & doggy . She seems to have a lot of patience & a very calm attitude. I will definitely hire her again for my pet & babysitting needs in the future. Very affordable & helped me last...
- Smithco P.
Jenna C.
5.0
Jenna is gentle, sweet, and skilled. I have a Tuxedo cat named Stanley who is 1 year old this month. I needed somebody who would be willing to come to my home and trim his nails. She came in and found him hiding in a bedroom closet, trimmed his nails, and walked out with him in her arms! We were...
- Diane H.
Annika R.
5.0
I was quite apprehensive using an overnight sitter that I didn't know. Annika made us glad that I got over those fears. She provided great service and went above and beyond while watching our pets. She was quick to respond and made sure that we were comfortable and that they were happy. Will...
- Scott G.
Martha D.
5.0
Martha provided the services needed and lots of love for my aging cat, Tulip, while I was away during the holidays. She provided me with ample updates while I was gone regarding Tulip, so that I would not be too worried, and when I returned home, my house was spotless! No hairballs or vomit, and...
- Justin B.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Sandston, VA
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Sandston, VA?
Hiring a pet sitter in Sandston, VA will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of March, 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 Sandston 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 Sandston, 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 Sandston. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 3 pet sitters in Sandston, VA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.