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Sofia N.
Clifton, VA
$11-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm currently a junior studying Fashion Merchandising at VCU. I'm home for winter break and would love to help with any dog walking or pet sitting needs! I have a lab pit mix of my own and prior to that a Boston terrier. I love animals and helping take care of them!
Sofia can also help with: Pet walking
Laisla S.
Clifton, VA
$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Laisla and I'm 25 yo. Since I was a kid I had contact with different animals because my dad always taught me how to take care and love them. Currently I have more than 10 cats back home (Brazil) and for now my family is taking care of them and I have a little dog, her name is Thereza. She is sweet and she...
Laisla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a junior at Virginia Tech and got a puppy over quarantine back in March. I know how much attention dogs need and love to play with them. I have had dogs and cats all my life and am very experienced in caring for them. I would also pet sit for my neighbors ever since middle school.
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, grooming
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
College student, animal lover willing to help care for pets in your home. Dog and cat lover of all sizes and personalities.
Siera can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(5)
Hello! My name is Tracy. I have been a pet sitter for 6 years. I have cared for dogs, cats, fish, and birds. I have 6 cats of my own. I love animals! I am looking for a part time job to help support my family. I am very responsible and will take care of your animals as if they were my own. I am an excellent communicator and will...
Tracy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Tracy has been our cat sitter for 6 years and we couldn’t be happier with her. She is reliable, trustworthy, accommodating, and caring. Our cat might like her as much as he does us! She provides us with thorough, daily updates when we are away, and even sends...
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Yolina O.
Manassas, VA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I provide drop in visits, dog walking, and a lot of other things that may be helpful. I'm an experienced pet sitter with great references and 5+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and some training on basics if needed
Yolina can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Amazing! She was so sweet and great to my puppy. Thank you so much for watching him. I'd definitely recommend."
Tara S.
Jannell Q.
Springfield, VA
$20-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting services. I have dog sat for over 3 years. I love all animals of all shapes and sizes.
Jannell can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Caroline S.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I am a dog lover and provide dog sitting in your own home or mine! I have two dogs of my own and have experience caring for the dogs of relatives and neighbors. I love to play and engage with your dogs, as well as take them on long walks if needed.
Caroline can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She is very reliable and took great care of my two dogs."
Lily M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karina. I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Pet Sitting. We have pets of our own. 2 dogs (9 1/2 years old Morkie and a 1-year-old Chipoo) as well as a 2-year-old bunny.
Karina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Karina took care of our cat while we were out of town. We came back to a happy and healthy cat. Karina was trustworthy and dependable."
Brianna P.
5.0
(5)
I am an animal lover who grew up with tons of pets. I have been a pet sitter since I was 12 years old which means over tens years of paid experience! I am patient, punctual, and great at following directions. I have personally owned or have had experience with cats, dogs, rodents, fish, horses, pigs, cows, lizards, and birds. I...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Emily is the dream sitter. She is reliable, conscientious, trustworthy, caring, and loving. She cared for my cats and gardens for many years and did an excellent job at both taking care of, and communicating that care, to me. I highly recommend her to everyone....
Patty H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lauren. Social worker turned entrepreneur, empathic & motivated gal who is a nurturer by nature. I'm an animal lover and love to be outside!
I'd describe my personality as loving, quirky and kind!
I have been caring for pets professionally for almost a decade. My own pets are my kiddos and I treat all animals with...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Lauren is kind, compassionate, and is so good with animals! She took amazing care of my kitties while we were away, and we always felt like everything was taken care of.
She's fantastic with kids too, and I absolutely trust her! "
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4.8
(37)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jimena. I am 40 years old and a huge animal lover! I have had pets all of my life and have grown to care and love them deeply. My true passion in life is to aid, help and save lives. I advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves :)
I am a certified veterinary assistant and animal behaviorist who has...
Jimena can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
4.0
"Jimena has helped to train our dogs to behave better on walks, to sit at intersections when she stops and they look forward to their weekly walks with her."
Marianna D.
5.0
(1)
Over the past few years I have watched and taken care of many different animals including bunnies, dogs, cats, geckos, etc. I love all animals of all sizes and I am currently volunteering in a Dog Shelter. If recommendations are needed I will be more than happy to give you those.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since the last 23 years we owned 3 rescue dogs . We currently enjoy our sweet rescue Sugar , a Border Collie / Viszla / English Setter / Pekinese / Scottish Terrier mix . She gets twice / day long walks and a lot of love . I like to take care of any size dogs, also 2 - 3 dogs at once.
Bernice can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at PetSmart for 2 years in the pet care department. That job entailed cleaning, feeding, and administering medication to the animals. I took care of birds, fish, reptiles, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, and cats. I have experience dog sitting on multiple occasions for friends, coworkers, and family. I absolutely love...
Natalie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Natalie is very patient with stubborn kitties and giving them medications. I highly recommend her!"
Diane H.
I love to take care of fur babies! I have 2 dogs of my own, so I know how much attention and love they need! If you are away, rest assured that I will take great care of your dogs.
Ryan can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I have had pets my whole life and have experience with dogs, cats, equine, and poultry. I love all animals and can take great care of any of them. I have 2 German shepherds, 5 cats, 6 horses, 2 donkeys, 4 goats, chickens, and ducks so I can care for anything.
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Barbara P.
Fairfax, VA
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I love pets and I'm surrounded by animals since I was born. In the USA I work as a dog walker and I also do pet sitting. I have experience caring for 4 dogs being 2 Dobermans and 2 of small breed. I'm extremely responsible and good driver.
Barbara can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Ashley B.
Fairfax, VA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Pet Sitter With The Personality Of A Golden Retriever And The Heart Of A German Shepherd
Hey! I'm Ash! I have 6 years of paid experience caring for pets! I love all animals, but I'm best with dogs and cats. I used to host dog adoption events for Pet service so I have a lot of experience with anxious dogs, quick tempered dogs, and shy dogs alike! Can't wait to meet your fur baby!
Ashley can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Donna B.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-20/hr
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I grew up with a cat but prefer dogs. Had a lab/shepherd mix while raising my family and have lived with and cared for various breeds of dogs over the years such as labs, pits, and poodle mixes. Just recently moved back to VA to be close to family. Trying to settle in here again.
Donna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Clifton, VA
Tracy C.
5.0
Tracy has been our cat sitter for 6 years and we couldn’t be happier with her. She is reliable, trustworthy, accommodating, and caring. Our cat might like her as much as he does us! She provides us with thorough, daily updates when we are away, and even sends amazing pictures of our cat (she’s a...
- Care member
Yolina O.
5.0
Amazing! She was so sweet and great to my puppy. Thank you so much for watching him. I'd definitely recommend.
- Tara S.
Caroline S.
5.0
She is very reliable and took great care of my two dogs.
- Lily M.
Karina Q.
5.0
Karina took care of our cat while we were out of town. We came back to a happy and healthy cat. Karina was trustworthy and dependable.
- Brianna P.
Emily T.
5.0
Emily is the dream sitter. She is reliable, conscientious, trustworthy, caring, and loving. She cared for my cats and gardens for many years and did an excellent job at both taking care of, and communicating that care, to me. I highly recommend her to everyone. You won't be disappointed.
- Patty H.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Clifton, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Clifton, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Clifton, 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 Clifton, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Clifton, 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 Clifton, VA is $15.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Clifton, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Clifton, 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 Clifton, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Clifton, 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 Clifton, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Clifton, 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.