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I am an experienced pet owner as well as pet sitter. I have a cat and dog of my own, as well as experience house sitting/caring for both cats and dogs. My experience includes feeding, walking, and cleaning up after pets.
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kaitlyn N.
Christiansburg, VA
$8-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I would love to dog sit your pup! I am an absolute dog lover! I have 2 husky puppies of my own so am very use to energetic dogs! I have had dogs all my life and have watched others for quite some time!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Mia R.
Christiansburg, VA
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have experience with pet sitting, dog walking, and I am ok with staying at people's house to keep pets company! I have a cat and a fish at home, so I have experience with cats and fish as well. I am happy to provide references if needed and I can be flexible with pay depending on the details and location :)
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Stevie G.
Christiansburg, VA
$17-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Stevie. I've been house sitting for different pets off and on for the last five years. I've house sat about 10 different dogs, where my house sitting has occurred with repeat customers. I love dogs, but do not have any of my own yet due to where I live, which is why I'd love to be around more and visit local dogs who...
Stevie can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! I am a student a Ferrum College. I have a love for animals and have had experience pet sitting my neighbors cats. I have three precious cats of my own as well as one dog. I love playing with animals and loving on them.
Jamie can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
I grew up on a farm and absolutely love all animals. I have had cats/dogs my entire life. I have a 5-year-old dog baby who's my world. I look forward to helping others with their pets.
Cynthia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Lily B.
Blacksburg, VA
$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
I grew up around dogs and spent my middle/high school years dog sitting/walking for families in my neighborhood
Lily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, I'm Cheyenne I am 20 years old. I have grew up around lots of animals and children my entire life. I've pet rescued since I was little nursing birds, kittens, puppies, moles, chipmunks and even a skunk back to health! Over the span of years throughout my life; I've taken a strong liking and attachment to animals. I've...
Cheyenne A can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding & more
Hi my name is Mia. I would love to help pet sit. I have had many pets throughout my life including dogs, cats, and pigs. I am very comfortable with animals and would love to help.
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Natalie K.
Blacksburg, VA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Student Who Loves Animals And Misses Her Pets At Home!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun, optimistic
I like working with animals because I have animals of my own back at home and I miss them.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my college schedule.
I started working with animals when my neighbors started asking me to dog-sit for them when I was 10.
In my spare...
Natalie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Hi there! I'm Rose and I'm a student at Virginia Tech. Back home I live on a farm and have grown up taking care of dogs, cats, small birds, pigs, chickens of my own and have experience taking care of other animals such as small rodents and lizards. That being said I'm a huge animal lover and would love to spend time getting to...
Rosalie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Trinity L.
Blacksburg, VA
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi!! Home for the summer and would love to help you out with your fur babies! I have 3 dogs of my own. I also help out with my cousins pet sitting company that has made its way all the way from Texas to now Virginia!
Trinity can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am my go-to pet sitter for all my family members, as I absolutely adore pets. I have grown up with cats, dogs, and other small animals. I recently just got a puppy a year ago, so I am experienced with young pups and older ones. I am willing to groom pets or even just let them out and play for an hour or two a day.
Jayne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love being around and caring for dogs! I have two of my own. I will provide dog sitting/walking in your home. I have been around dogs my whole life and would love to watch over yours!
Zoe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as outgoing and
friendly.
I like working with kids because I believe that
every child has the potential to learn and grow,
and it is a privilege to be able to support them and make a positive impact.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to interact
and care for children. I also enjoy taking care of...
Rachel K.
Blacksburg, VA
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am a junior at Virginia Tech looking for pet sitting jobs. I have many years of experience with both cats and dogs. Please let me know if you still need help!
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! I'm Eden and I have a lot of experience with a wide variety of animals in regard to pet sitting and care. I have around a year of paid experience but have always worked with animals since I was younger. I have taken care of dogs, cats, snakes, goats, chickens, and other exotic animals. I have my CNA license and I have a...
Eden can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Ella M.
Blacksburg, VA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of dog sitting and house sitting experience as well as 6 years of babysitting experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking, as well as babysitting children and making sure houses are safe while you are away!
Ella can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I love animals and have been around them all my life. I have extensive experience caring for animals, specifically dogs. I am a very active person and love going on walks so your dogs will have plenty of exercise.
Kinsey can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me and the services that I offer. I provide pet sitting services and have about 2 years of experience working with dogs at my local Human Society. I also have been around animals my whole life and have a dog of my own! I love dogs of all ages and sizes and can also perform...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Christiansburg, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Christiansburg, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Christiansburg, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Christiansburg, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Christiansburg, 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 Christiansburg, VA is $12.33.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Christiansburg, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Christiansburg, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Christiansburg, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Christiansburg, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Christiansburg, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Christiansburg, 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.