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96 dog sitters are listed in Arlington, VA
The average rate is $15/hr as of September 2023
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Arlington, VA
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Hello there!
My name is Cameron, I have 6 years experience with baby sitting, pet sitting and house sitting. I am the oldest of six children with four of my siblings under the age of 13. I am good with a wide range of ages including infants. I have babysat for many families for date nights and/or...
Cameron can also help with: Grooming, Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Pet walking
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I have worked as a dog bather and helper for groomers for a year. Reactive and scared dogs were always taken care of by me. I also make subtitles for dog and cat educational videos. I can help with Boarding, Pet Sitting, and pet walking
Sarnai can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting, Boarding
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Hello! My name is Shelly. I am a seasoned veterinary technician and pet sitter. I can say I absolutely found my calling and have loved it since day one, so much that I've been working at a small animal practice for over 16 years and currently do some volunteer work at a draft horse rescue as well! I...
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I've owned two very sweet Labrador retrievers growing up. Currently in school and away from my own dog. I can provide sitting in my home if preferred.
Paige can also help with: Pet sitting, Boarding, Administration of medicine
Sarah H.
Arlington, VA
$16-22/hr
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I provide dog sitting in your home. I have two dogs of my own that I care for and love to take for walks. I have 11 years of experience, and I can also perform baths. I love all types of dogs!
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I have 3 cats of my own and they are so important to me! Have been pet sitting for family, friends, and neighbors for years! Love all types of animals especially dogs and cats!!
Sussy C.
Arlington, VA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. My experience is from having my own pets and caring for family, friends and volunteering over the years. I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them grow into my adulthood even more.
Rachel S.
Arlington, VA
$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I provide dog sitting in your home. I have been dog sitting and house sitting since I was 16. I love dogs of all sizes and breeds. I can take them on walks, take them to the dog park and can also give baths when needed. I also have experience pet sitting for cats and rabbits!
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Pet walking
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I have an 11-year-old long haired miniature dachshund. I helped my mom raise him from when he was a puppy and trained him to be the perfect dog. I grew up with dogs since I was just a little kid. When away at college, I would dog sit for this family and if the puppy got dirty on a walk, I would give...
Chester can also help with: Dog training, Pet walking, Pet transportation, Pet sitting, Grooming
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I have experience dog sitting for families in my neighborhood at home. I did drop ins and walked their dogs when they needed. I am available everyday. I am in school at college but I am very responsible and will be able to have time to take care and provide a healthy loving environment for your fur...
Gabriela can also help with: Pet sitting, Boarding
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Hello! My name is Colleen! I have grown up around animals my entire life. I currently have three dogs now who I love more than life.
Colleen can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a young working professional currently employed with a Health Tech Startup- just looking to make some extra money on the side :). I have experience sitting a wide range of animals, and live with a dog myself. I would be comfortable giving walks, or playing at home. I...
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Pet transportation, Grooming, Administration of medicine
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Hello! My name is Tori and I love working with animals! I have been around animals my entire life and have owned cats, dogs, and birds at one point of my life. I currently have an adorable puggle named penny who is super friendly with dogs, cats, and humans alike! I have been pet sitting since I was...
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My husband and I just moved to Colorado from Tennessee with our Redbone Coonhound. I have experience caring for up to 3 dogs at a time. My experience includes all basic care, such as feeding, bathing, walking, and exercising. I also have experience administering oral medications as needed. I have...
Lea can also help with: Administration of medicine, Pet transportation, Pet sitting, Boarding, Pet walking
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Hey! This is Vanessa.
I love taking care of pets. I've had dogs all my life and 5 years of experience with cats. I would love to help you with your special family member.
Nasly can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Hi! I have experience watching children of all ages (most of which have been for family/friends). I spent 2 summers during college as a camp counselor with the Richmond Police Athletic League where I watched, drive around and entertained 8-10 5/6-year-olds. I do not have 'paid' years experience with...
Juhee B.
Arlington, VA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Juhee can also help with: Boarding, Administration of medicine, Pet transportation, Pet sitting, Pet walking
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Hi there, I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have been around many animals over the last several years while owning 1 dog and 2 cats myself. I pet sit for families that I babysat and nannied for. I am extremely loveable and flexible when it comes to taking care of your animals(family).
Carly can also help with: Administration of medicine, Pet sitting
Maya C.
Arlington, VA
$11-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello pet parents!
My name is Maya, I'm 24 years old and I have a bachelors degree in Psychology. I have a weekend job currently but am available during the weeks for gigs or recurring jobs. I share a cat with my boyfriend and have one of my own that I've raised since he was a baby and is now 6...
Maya can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Pet transportation
Sariah L.
Arlington, VA
$25-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I've always helped watch my friends and families' animals when they were away. I love animals and have grown up around both dogs and cats my whole life.
Sariah can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
Kayy M.
Arlington, VA
$20-37/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am very familiar with pet sitting as well as dog walking. I feed and clean up. As well as walk them and play.
Kayy can also help with: Pet walking, Pet transportation, Pet sitting
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Hi! I am available for short-term and long-term pet-sitting! I am able to run with dogs. I also am a big lover of cats!
Bailey can also help with: Pet walking, Boarding, Pet sitting
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I can provide reliable dog and cat sitting and walking services, of all sizes and ages. Only comfortable walking one dog at a time, or two smaller, well-behaved dogs.
Sara can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting, Pet transportation
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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. Also I've had dogs for over 10 years.
Burge can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting, Pet transportation
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I have been an animal lover for all of my life, specifically cats! I would love to give a helping hand to a family that needs an occasional sitter for either dogs or cats!
Aimee can also help with: Pet sitting
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Hi my name Nicole and have a Yorkshire terrier. I have been pet sitting and a dog walker for 3 years. I'm very active and love dogs.
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Pet transportation
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I am intrinsically motivated by providing services that require compassion, and nurturing. I love cats as well as small dogs. Also, I love being outdoors and walking in any kind of weather. My experience in teaching and caring for young children has provided me with all the skills I will need to...
Danitza can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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I provide pet sitting in your own home. I love pets, specially dogs. I can also perform the service of walking and feeding dogs.
Laura can also help with: Daily feeding, Pet sitting, Pet walking
Kristin H.
Arlington, VA
$21-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I've grown up with all sorts of animals my entire life, my family breeds German Shepherds, and I still have a house full of them, so I know how to keep plenty of dogs and even cats entertained, happy and healthy. I also have the patience for dogs and cats of all ages, as I've grown up around newborn...
Kristin can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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Hi! I am an animal lover I have my own pup a 3-year-old collie mix. I have watched dogs professionally for the past 5 years. My dog gets along with all pups as well :)
Mary Catherine can also help with: Boarding, Pet walking, Pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Arlington, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Arlington, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Arlington, VA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Arlington, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Arlington, VA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Arlington, VA is $15.17.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Arlington, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Arlington, VA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Arlington, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Arlington, VA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Arlington, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Arlington, VA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.
Ratings for Arlington, VA dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Dog Sitters in Arlington, VA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 96 listed dog sitters.