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Sophie M.

Washington, DC

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Sophie, and I am currently a Junior at American University, home in the Bay Area for the summer. I'd love to help out with your furry family members! With a flexible schedule, I can easily accommodate a wide range of pet care needs, from daily walks to overnight stays. I truly love being outside and discovering...
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Animal Lover

Washington, DC

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
My name is Erika , Im 27 yo, and I have more than 10 years of experience taking care of dogs, cats , hamsters , birds and fishes, I can offer dog waking , pet sitting , and pet transportation :)
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Dog Sitter/ Dog Walker

Washington, DC

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
I am a 23-year-old law student looking to walk dogs/ dog-sit. I have taken care of my own dog for 11 years and I have paid experience looking after friends dogs for the past four years. I am very allergic to cats, so I would ideally like to work in a household with no cats.
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Looking To Pet Sit!

Washington, DC

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi!! My name is Rachel and I'm a student at the George Washington University, but I'm originally from just outside of Boston, Massachusetts. For most of my life I've been around pets and taken care of them as I've had cats and dogs. I also have babysat for several families with pets as well as pet sat for dogs. Don't hesitate to...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! My name is Emily and I am currently a student at Smith College! I provide pet sitting in your own home, will take them out for walks, and keep them active! I love cats and dogs of all ages, I have two cats and one dog of my own back home. I have great pet sitting references as well!
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Amelia K.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Grew up with dogs and cats. Experienced pet sitter and dog walker! Willing to pet sit, feed, walk, spend time with, or administer medication to your pets while you are away!
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Trustworthy Pet, House,and Baby Sitter Available

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
A lot of my previous childcare expierence had been working at various (mostly centered around arts and humanities) camps as a counselor and educator in both high school and college. The age group I worked most with is 5-12 but also have some expierence caring for toddlers. I do also have tutoring expierence in mostly English and...
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Pet Sitter Available

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I can provide both dog or cat sitting in your own home. I have 2 dogs back home and I am very comfortable around all animals. I love hanging with animals and would provide great care for your pet.
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Dogwalker And Sitter

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
hello everyone I love working as a nanny and pet sitter/dogwalker and if you're looking for a hand to help your family I have experience pet sitting cats, walking dogs , feeding birds, feeding bunnies and as well cleanning after them.
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Samera P.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Samera. I'm an artist, community organizer and assistant daycare teacher. I'm a former dog walker / cat sitter looking to get back into the field. I love animals and going on walks around the city and meeting new people :) !
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Pet Care Provider Available

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've had animals all my life, including cats, dogs, and fish. I currently have a 3-year-old German Shepard at home and was very involved in her training as a puppy, so I'm familiar with various animal-interaction methods. I am available for walking animals or animal-sitting in case of a vacation, etc.
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Animal Loving Grad Student

Washington, DC

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
boarding
grooming
administration of medicine
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Growing up in a home with many pets, I learned that pets can be such wonderful and special members of a family. Currently, I have a 1-year-old Australian Shepherd who would love to be invited along on pet sitting jobs with other sociable pups! Some of my experience includes: dog walking, overnight pet sitting/ boarding,...
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Pet Care Provider

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
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.
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Liza L.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Growing up with animal lovers as parents and an uncle with a farm down the street I have always had a wide array of animals in my life from chinchillas to chickens and just about anything in between! I worked at a nature center for 3 years while in college in which my responsibilities included caring for turtles, snakes, frogs,...
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Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Happy to help take care of your pets! I have a dog and cat of my own, and I have been walking and sitting pets for many many years!
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Pets

Washington, DC

from
$22/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I'm Sophie, I love pets and have two years of experience with dog/cat sitting! I'd love to help out
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About Madeleine

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there, my name is Madeleine! I'm a responsible, caring, and attentive 24-year-old pet-lover and current cat-owner in DC. I've had dogs and cats since the day I was born, so I've always been surrounded by animals. I even had a horse as a child in addition to my three dogs and three cats. I started pet-sitting at a young age...
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Claire S.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
As an animal lover, I adore caring for dogs and cats! I grew up with dogs in my home and am hoping to adopt a cat soon! I have been a pet sitter/dog walker throughout my undergraduate career, including puppies, elderly cats/dogs, and special needs cats/dogs. I've worked with various breeds, from doodles to american fox hounds to...
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Deena B.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
College student with several years of experience in pet care both as a pet sitter and pet owner of cats and dogs!
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I'm Isobel

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Isobel, and I'm a master's student at American University, based in Northwest DC. I am looking for some part-time pet sitting positions that leave availability a couple of days a week for night classes. I have worked with and loved dogs for over 10 years, and have even raised and trained service animals through...
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  • 146 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.71/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated cat sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Washington, DC

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Washington, DC through Care.com will cost an average of $18.71 per hour as of November, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.

You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Washington, DC. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 146 cat sitters in Washington, DC, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

The best cat sitters near you in Washington, DC have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.

It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Washington, DC if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.

When looking for a cat sitter near you in Washington, DC, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.

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