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Rachel H.

Pet Sitter

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet transportation
I grew up with pets including but not limited to three cats, two dogs (lab and german shepard), fish and hamsters. I have a natural love for pets and am active and fit for regular pet walks! I am born and raised in Burlington, so am very familiar with the area! Available April-June 2020, please let me know how I can help your...
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Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I'm a big dog lover and have been dog sitting for over a year. I also have a small Chihuahua who gets along well with other dogs.
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Kenia C.'s Photo

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Kenia and I am a college student looking for pet sitting and dog walking opportunities on the weekends! I am currently a veterinary assistant during the week. I also have 1 year experience working as a kennel attendant so I am comfortable caring for cats and dogs, following specific feeding instructions for multiple...
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Alexandria, VA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
United States Coast Guardsman stationed in the area, seeking the opportunity to further my my experience working with pets. I am comfortable with administering first-aid and in-home pet sitting. I love to take pets to their favorite places- whether it be the dog beach or the dog park!
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Pet Sitter

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
I am a pet owner myself my 2 dogs Chloe who is 17 years old and hunter who is 9 years old are my forever babies and I know how much we love our pets I am available to care for your pet take them on walks, play and feed them.
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Pet Care

Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hi! I'm a reliable and experienced pet sitter with over a year and a half of hands-on experience in dog walking, boarding, and in-home pet care. I've worked with dogs of all sizes and personalities, and I always strive to create a calm, comfortable environment for the pets I care for. Whether it's daily walks, playtime,...
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Dog / Animal Lover

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
am looking to add some more hobbies as I explore my career path. Throughout high school and college, I have sat and walked dozens of pets . I also grew up and have my own dogs, I am a huge animal lover. I dog sit over night, as well as do walking. My most recent dog siting/ dog walking was for a golden retriever puppy, watching...
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Pet Sitter/Caregiver Available

Alexandria, VA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
Hello! I am a 27-year-old full time student attending NOVA pursuing a degree in Psychology. I am currently living in the Alexandria area, but would be willing to travel all around the northern VA area. I love animals and have spent the majority of my life being around and caring for all types of pets- dogs, cats, rabbits,...
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I Like The Animals

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm carismatic person I have good references and 5 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. * take care of the pups of some friends in his travels every 3 months x 2 weeks, I do this 4 years ago my work is banarlos, give them food, get them to walk, games
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Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
Hi my name is Becky Shinawatra-Vailikit. I've been walking dogs and dog sitting for about 5 years now. Love being out doors getting some fresh air with the pups.

Care Member says "Becky has helped with our two dogs for few years now. She is very caring, dedicated, and dependable! On few occasions she took care of our dogs while we...

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Sandy E.'s Photo

Alexandria, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
• Experienced in daily dog walking and pet sitting. • Provide reliable care, exercise, and attention to pets. • Ensure pets are safe, happy, and well-fed. • Comfortable with dogs of all sizes and energy levels. • Trusted to follow routines and special care instructions.
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Enthusiastic Pet Lover Available To Care For Your Fur Babies!

Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I provide pet sitting (mainly for dogs and cats) in your own home. I am able to stop by and feed, clean, walk and look after your pet while traveling or working long hours to ensure your fur baby gets all the love and care they need and deserve. I own my own cat and have grown up around animals my whole life. I also have several...
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Kaitlyns Dog Walking

Alexandria, VA

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi everyone! My name is Kaitlyn! I love dogs and would absolutely love to walk or sit your pups! I have two dogs of my own! I have a Lab and a golden doodle!
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Part Time Pet Giver

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting/cat sitting in your own home! I have three dogs at my house currently and have pet sat many times for neighbors and friends. I love dogs of all sizes and ages!
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Hiwetay H.'s Photo

Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi, my name is Hiwetay H., I have always loved animals and have spent my 22 years (and counting) on this earth trying to introduce a pet into my family home and may die trying. I have been able to pet sit while babysitting and nannying children and discovered how much I enjoy it and was prompted to pet sitting! I hope to help...
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Fun For Everyone!

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
I have had dogs and cats my entire life (and horses the last few years!) and very much consider myself a dog dependent person. I fostered a dog during COVID and have looked after friends' pets while away. Since I'm dogless right now, sometimes I find myself at the dog park just to see the pups :) I'm happy to stay at your home...
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Alexandria, VA

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
Experienced with dog sitting. I still assist in sitting a wonderful dog ( once a month and on a weekend). I walk the dog to the park, feed him and rewarding it with treats. Also, I had personally a cat and a dog. Reference upon request.
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Dog Sitter/walker

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I have been caring for dogs for 7+ years. I have experience caring for dogs with personalities and behavior ranging for super energetic to napping all day. I am very hands on and will make sure your dog is well cared for and loved. I have a dog of my own who is 14 years old, so I have experience working with senior dogs....
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Loving Pet Sitter

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! I'm Bergen and I'm a life long pet lover. My family always had cats growing up and I loved playing with neighbors dogs. I also spend a lot of time with horses. I have experience caring for all kinds of pets and believe each is special and deserves consistent, loving care. I'd love to fill in and care for your animal while...
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Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Ariana, and I've been caring for dogs since I was 11, starting with family and neighborhood pets. I've been trusted to walk, feed, play with, train, and bathe dogs of all sizes and personalities. I truly love making sure each pup feels safe, happy, and loved. Whether I'm in your home or mine, I follow your dog's...
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  • 75 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.44/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Alexandria, VA

Dog sitters near you in Alexandria, 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.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Alexandria, 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 Alexandria, VA is $17.44.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Alexandria, 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.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Alexandria, 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.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Alexandria, 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.

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