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Jarod V.

Love Dogs And Enjoy Taking Care And Walking Dogs.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Raven R.

Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker Available On Short Notice

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
+ 1 more
Working late and can't get home to feed your pet? Unexpected business trip? Just want to show your pet that you care? Having had a dog of my own, I know how the best laid plans sometimes fall apart at the last minute. And often, our four-legged loved ones have to pay the cost. I'd cringe at the thought of my puppy sitting at...
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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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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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Emma R.

Passionate And Devoted Animal Lover!

Charlottesville, VA

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Animal care is something I find therapeutic, I have over two years experience working with dogs, cats, fish, and rodents. I currently work as a part-time assistant manager at a local boutique but want to fill my extra time caring for some critters! I have previously worked as a kennel attendant, a full time pet sitter, and I...
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Roxana M.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! Looking for a pet sitter I'm here! I love pets! I have 3 dogs, 2 cats, and a leopard gecko! I have been around pets since I was a young child.
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Laine I.

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I am an animal lover and college student home for winter break. I have a puppy of my own and he is a border collie and Australian Shepard mix. I dog sit for family friends and for families I babysit for!
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Caroline S.

Pet Lover & Helper

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Caroline . I am a rising senior at Longwood University and am looking for pet sitting jobs over the summer! I have always grown up with dogs, and currently have 3 dogs at home! I'd love to help you out if need be!
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Bianca B.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$14/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for 4 years now for neighbors and family friends. I have experience with cats and dogs and some fish.
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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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Case G.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
Private duty RN dog lover turned pet sitter/walker! I have 3 border collies with lots of energy and am well versed on animal care and needs. I'm happy to transport to vet appts as well as provide daily care in your home.
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Estefani M.

Your Dogs New Best Friend

Charlottesville, VA

from
$30/hr
15 years experience
Pet walking
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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Rachel H.

About Me

Charlottesville, VA

from
$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
Hi there! I'm a friendly and energetic caregiver who would love to engage your pet while you are away or need some time alone. I have experience training multiple puppies, as well as dog sitting senior dogs. I'm comfortable enforcing rules for your pet and working on behaviors you like.
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Ines F.

Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a pets of my own, a French Bulldog, a black cat and a turtle. I have pet sat for a family for 2 years now, they have a dog and fishes and just got a Lab puppy. I love to go on walks and lay down on the floor tho play and cuddle with them.
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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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Haley L.

Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a lot of experience with animals. I grew up with both cats and dogs. I have worked with several families over the past years in nannying, housesitting/ pet sitting, dog walking, housekeeping. I am comfortable with all sizes of dogs. Dogs must be well behaved and not aggressive.
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Sarah H.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I currently have two dogs myself (a black lab and golden retriever) but I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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Nevaeh Z.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Nevaeh is an experienced and reliable pet caregiver with a strong background in dog sitting, walking, and cat watching. Over the years, she has provided attentive and loving care to a variety of pets, ensuring their well-being and happiness. Nevaeh's hands-on experience has equipped her with the skills to handle pets of all...
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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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Kara P.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am an experienced pet sitter with a deep love for animals, proudly owning five dogs myself. I am skilled in administering medication and providing specialized care for pets with health needs. My services include reliable pet transportation and support for pets with separation anxiety. I offer in-home overnight care, ensuring...
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  • 62 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.48/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

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 $15.48.

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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