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Jarod V.

Love Dogs And Enjoy Taking Care And Walking Dogs.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking, and Per sitting. I am finishing up my Masters degree and UVA and looking for summer work.
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Brianna E.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi I'm Brianna, im 20 years old I love all animals. I have a dog and cat of my own which I've been taking care of daily for years. I'm a good pet sitter because I enjoy playing and taking care of animals since I was little. One of the first jobs I've always wanted was to be veterinarian, I realized this ever since I was 12 and...
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Hillary M.

Pet Sitter Available

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting and cat sitting in your home. I currently work as a registered nurse and have weekday and weekend flexibility. I have spent time caring for multiple types of dogs and cats.
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Rebecca S.

Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have adopted over 20 rescue dogs over the last 25 years and currently have 5 of my own. My kids have had various other pets over the years such as fish, hamsters etc. I worked in horse stables and rode when I was a teenager. My grandparents had chickens. I currently care for a Bernese Mountain dog at my full time job and love...
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Joshua N.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as kind, funny, and welcoming I like working with animals because I have a dog myself who I love. I enjoy sitting with him and taking care of him. I started working with animals when I was 13, that was the year that I got my dog Sherlock. I had dog sat one time before that for a person on my...
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Brooke H.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
I have dog and cat sat numerous times through the years! I am 22 years old! I have two dogs of my own and I am more than capable of feeding, walking, playing with them and house sitting!
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Madeline R.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I am an avid pet lover looking for pet sitting jobs in Atlanta. I am comfortable watching over almost all animals, having raised dogs, cats, bunnies, fish, and chicken at home:) I generally charge $15 per visit, or $50 a night.
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Taylor F.

Experienced Pet sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
I have lots of experience (over 7 years) caring for cats and dogs. I love pets of all sizes and ages.
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Farrelle R.

Animal Lover - Available To Care For Any Pet & Any Pet Service Needed!

Charlottesville, VA

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
I have always LOVED all animals and have experience caring for dogs, cats, bunnies, chickens, ducks and many more!! I provide a wide range of services for your pet needs including: pet sitting, dog walking, dog training, bathing and light grooming experience. I am also available to stay over-night to watch over your pets & house...
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Amanda C.

Fun Sitter! Got Your Tail Covered!

Charlottesville, VA

from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Boarding and Pet Sitting, dog walking, drop-ins and more. I currently work as a gig worker and do Rover as well. I love spending time with pets and treating them as my own.
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Emma D.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
I have 2 dogs of my own, one with special needs, and 2 cats. I'm active in the outdoors and love animals.
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Estefani M.

Your Dogs New Best Friend

Charlottesville, VA

from
$30/hr
15 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
I kind of fell into the dog sitting fun. My mom used to "sit" with every kind of being from baby to pet before it became a popular hustle. Growing up I've always helped and learned from her how to care for other's family members as one's own. In my spare time, I love to hike and I walk everyday. I'd love to have your companion...
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Kristen E.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
administration of medicine
Hi all! I'm looking for dog walking/pet sitting jobs in and around Charlottesville. I'm a stay at home mom to a wonderful little boy, giving me the flexibility in my schedule to help take care of your furry friends! I'm an experienced and reliable animal lover and have experience with all breeds, sizes and ages of dogs, as well...
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Caroline W.

Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$16/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals! I have experience owning/caring for horses, dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, etc.- with and without complex medical needs
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Amanda K.

Need A Sitter Or Dog Walker ?

Charlottesville, VA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Amanda I love animals and would love to help you out while your on vacation or at work . I work until 4 p.m. most said but I am free the rest of the day . I can however take lunch breaks as well to take your pup for a walk . I live in Ruckersville but I work at Rivanna Station .
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Deja N.

Part Time Loving Animal Provider Available

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. Walking dogs is not a problem. I have grown up with two dogs and cats since I was 3 years old and trained all my dogs. I walked dogs of all ages and sizes and love all dogs for people in my old neighborhood. Can even wash them if needed and feed for small animals too like fish

Arondai K. says "Deja is supper energetic. She is always time and at least 5 min. early if that. She had a great connection with my dogs and treated them as her own. only...

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Diamond T.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Just love animals and need a part time job aside from working with children. I have my own dog named Bella Rue she is a plot hound. I haven't had a lot of experience with dog sitting since, I am a teacher but, am willing to learn and a fast learner.
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Chloe C.

All My Clients Become Family To Me!

Charlottesville, VA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
grooming
pet walking
boarding
+ 1 more
Hello new friend! I'm Chloe, I've been a pet groomer and sitter for 5+ years. And oh man do I love my job! I offer haircuts, baths, brushing and most importantly- nail trims! I'm so excited to meet you!! :) I truly have fun working with animals. I am safe and comfortable with all kinds of pets. I can go on runs with the dogs...
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Jessica S.

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I am an animal lover with about 8 years of experience pet sitting dogs and cats. I am available to either drop in multiple times a day or stay in your home overnight while you're away. I have been extremely safe during this pandemic and will continue to do so to protect your family! I will walk, play with, and bathe...

Lacey S. says "Jessica is very trustworthy and dependable. My dogs love her!"

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Amanda M.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
I work well with cats and dogs . I would love to help you with your pet care needs . I am available for feeding, walking, companionship and occasional overnight stay.

Lisa G. says "Amanda was very patient with me as we went thru the interview process. Amanda was very attentive to details and kept me informed of any concerns with the...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.12/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Charlottesville, VA

Dog Sitters in Charlottesville, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Deja N.

Deja is supper energetic. She is always time and at least 5 min. early if that. She had a great connection with my dogs and treated them as...

- Arondai K.

Jessica S.

Jessica is very trustworthy and dependable. My dogs love her!

- Lacey S.

Amanda M.

Amanda was very patient with me as we went thru the interview process. Amanda was very attentive to details and kept me informed of any...

- Lisa G.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Charlottesville, VA

Dog sitters near you in Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville, VA is $15.12.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville, 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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