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Niyereth P.

Pet Lover

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
hello I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I love go for walks and play with them.

Madeline V. says "Niyereth was very professional and attentive. Sent me photos each day upon arrival, and proactively cleaned up after my cat got sick from eating a...

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Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Am currently a pet sitter but also have a 4-year-old dog of my own! I love animals from dogs and cats to exotic pets. In college, I owned a hedgehog and he was the best! I also have experience caring for pet dragons
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Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home as well as dog walking throughout the week. I have over 6 years experience as a dog and cat sitter, 4 years experience as a volunteer at an Animal Shelter, and 1 year as a veterinary assistant. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments. I can also perform grooming, bathing,...

Lifelong Animal Lover

Washington, DC

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
Life long animal lover who grew up with dogs and am an experienced dog and cat sitter. I know how important your pets are to you and will make sure you and they are comfortable. I'll take care of your fur babies as if they were my own.

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I love your pets! I can provide most common care, like dog or cat sitting (in my home or yours), walking your dogs, feedings, etc.
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Experienced & Passionate Pet Care

Washington, DC

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have a decade of experience with dogs, cats, and fish! I am happy to provide walking, checkins, and pet/house sitting services. I am a graduate student living in NW DC and have my own car. I am happy to answer any questions and discuss further through messaging or phone calls.

Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a pet enthusiast; dogs & cats are on top of my list as favorite pets. I have owned and trained several dogs in the past 20 years. Some were hunting dogs and others were just regular home dogs
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Part-time Pet Sitter Available

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
pet walking
I have grown up with several pets, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, etc. I have the most experience with dogs and cats, having owned, pet sat, and fostered several in my life. Currently I have two cats. I'm trustworthy, reliable, and love all animals.

Washington, DC

from
$10/hr
9 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am a huge pet lover and have grown up with pets my whole life. While I have the most experience with dogs and cats, I have no allergies and am open to pet sitting any type of creature!

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Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide sitting and dog/cat care in your home. I have years of experience, with references, with dogs and cats of all ages and sizes. I'm happy to give baths and do light grooming as well. I am also available to help clean houses and care for aging individuals.

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
Pet-lover happy to spend time and watch over your fur babies. Experience with cat and dog-sitting as well as dog walking. Happy to chat more!
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Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
Passionate Pet Sitter with history of providing care for various animals such as dogs and cats. With a large knowledge of animal practices and care, I have a great interest in helping animals. My time management, experience, and patience make me more confident about my Pet Sitter skills.

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I helped raise and take care of my dog, Payton, and I've pet-sit for my neighborhood since I was 12, including senior dogs. I also have exotic pet experience with rodents. I have plenty of experience caring for cats as well, including caring for my senior cat, Violet.

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  • 133 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.68/hr as of June 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 $18.68 per hour as of June, 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 133 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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