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Find pet sitters in Washington, DC that you’ll love
264 pet sitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in Washington, DC
Enijah B.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello I love pets I am a dog mom to a 1-year-old cane corso who I have trained myself very well. I love animals and have grown up with pets all my life, I've had an another dog when I was younger many fishes, a rabbit and hamster. I have been a dog walker and pet sitter for 3 years.
Enijah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hi! My name is Mirian and I'm a reliable, caring, and attentive pet sitter with a deep love for animals. I have 3 yeas of experience caring for pets, including dogs, cats, and small animals, and I'm dedicated to ensuring your furry friends feel safe, loved, and well-cared for in your absence.
I'm skilled in feeding, walking,...
Miryan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, 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
Paige P.
Washington, DC
$18-22/hr
I *love* dogs. My two are jack russell terrier mutts from the same litter and I tell anyone who talks to me for more than a minute about them. I have experience walking dogs but would love to get more experience pet-sitting. If it sounds like I might be a good fit, please reach out!
Paige can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Laquisha P.
Washington, DC
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Love Dogs! I was raised with a few pets of my own. I do not pet sit for aggressive dogs. Only trained pups.
Laquisha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Queen, I'm from Maryland but live in VA majority of the time. I'm in college, majoring in conflict resolution. I've been dog sitting for about 7 years, with variety of different animals. I love taking care of pets, I had a teacup yorkie for 15 years. Always open to any questions, concerns, or comments you may...
Queen can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! I am an experienced pet caretaker with about 2 years experience of dog and cat sitting, and dog walking services. I recently graduated from college and am looking for a supplemental income while I am in between jobs! I hope I can be a good fit for you and your pet!
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Margaret S.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maggie I am in graduate school at George Washington University and am available for pet sitting services. I have multiple years of experience being a pet sitter for dogs and cats. I have a strong love for animals and want to offer personalized care to ensure they feel safe and loved while you are away. I would...
Margaret can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking, boarding
Agatha P.
Washington, DC
$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I grew up with cats but I currently don't have one, so I'm looking for opportunities to spend as much time with cats as possible!! I'm also available to house sit and I can do overnights if you want to have someone staying in your house while you are traveling.
Agatha can also help with: 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 walking, pet sitting
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Rachel R.
Washington, DC
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Pet Sitter Available On Weekends And Nights
I have been pet-sitting for over 10 years. I grew up with cats and pet-sat for all of my neighbors (greyhounds, bull dogs, french bulldogs, labs, chihuahas, birds, reptiles, etc.). I currently have a cute kitty named Hazel.
Grace B.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lots of experience dog and cat sitting. This is for young puppies, grumpy old cats, and anything in between. I love all animals and will treat your pets as they are my own. I am in college and can't have any pets right now so I would love to spend some time with yours!
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Tyler M.
Washington, DC
$18-21/hr
Hi all! My name is Tyler and I am interning in D. C. this summer. I love animals. I've lived with 2-3 dogs at all times growing up and also cat sit frequently. I am more than happy to take your dog on walks and give your fur babies all the attention they deserve! Would love to meet your pets!
Tyler can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Tseday F.
Washington, DC
$18-22/hr
I have 0 years of experience. I can help with Pet sitting and Pet Walking. Animal lover and a friendly person.
Tseday can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
I've been an animal lover since birth, when I entered the veterinary medicine world I knew I had made the right choice. I own an amazing mutt named monkey who is the love of my life, he was a rescue and I feel truly blessed to have him my life. I currently have 4 clients that I pet sit for while they are on vacation/trips. I am...
Ameli can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! My name is Katie and I spent my college years helping neighbors and local community members care for their animals. I have experience house sitting and doing overnight care for animals, as well as basic daily walking and care! I love dogs and grew up with a cat of my own. I am incredibly respectful of and responsive to...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I grew up with different kinds of animals. I enjoy when I take care of pets specially dogs, cats and fish. I have been pet sitting in the DC area for about 5 years.
Yahaira can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Julianna S.
Washington, DC
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Public school teacher who is an animal lover and looking for some extra income! I have been dog walking and pet sitting for 2 years now.
Julianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Washington, DC
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Washington, DC?
Hiring a pet sitter in Washington, DC will cost an average of $18.98 per hour as of April, 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 Washington 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 264 pet sitters in Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 264 listed pet sitters.