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Lisa R.

Forest, VA

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I've been the owner of several dogs that I love and care about for over 10 years. I absolutely love cats and dogs and I have many years of experience with pet sitting my neighbors' pets. They have asked me to come back for 4 years whenever they need a pet sitter. Your pets will be well fed as well as I'll make sure they get...
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Hannah R.

Forest, VA

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Hannah ! I am CPR certified and I am a nursing major and psychology minor at Longwood University. I am responsible and love caring for all sorts of animals! I have had dogs of my own since I was very young, taking on the responsibility of taking care of different types of dogs. I have experience taking care of...
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Annabelle W.

Forest, VA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Bringing joy to animals is my passion! For the last three years, I've provided pet sitting and walking services, always prioritizing comfort and happiness. I treat every pet as my own, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. I'm experienced in managing high-energy breeds with active play and maintaining a clean...
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Sarah H.

Forest, VA

from
$13/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home! I have 3 dogs at home and I have 7 years of experience taking care of others' pets.
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Ariane C.

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
AVAILABLE DURING HOLIDAYS! Hello my name is Ariane, I am a freelancer with a flexible schedule and a massive love for animals! I am searching for an opportunity in Lynchburg area. Services: I can take care of pet feeding, providing long walks, and animal care, litter clean ups, cleaning, house light arranging/cleaning, pet...

Dana S. says "Ariane has been a huge help in getting and keeping our house in order. She's been helping with household chores, errands, caring for our cats, and meal...

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Christina W.

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience caring for both cats and dogs. I'm primarily looking for one time my sitting jobs.

Care Member says "We loved Christina. She took great care of our cat and did all the little things Marco likes to make him happy when we are away!"

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Elizabeth C.

I Am Honest And Reliable. I Love The Company Of Dogs And Cats.

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Organization
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
I am fully vaccinated including the boosters for COVID. I have experience with pet sitting and house sitting. I can help with watering plants, mail collection and putting out garbage. I am honest and dependable. I am patient and greatly enjoy the company of dogs and cats. I have experience pet sitting puppies, dogs, cats, a...

Care Member says "Elizabeth is a wonderful person who’s dependable and very trustworthy. I’ve hired her multiple times and she never disappoints. I would recommend her to...

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Faith P.

Lynchburg, VA

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
grooming
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with pet sitting, grooming, and/or house sitting. I absolutely love dogs, and since I have been here at college, I have been missing my three dogs at home:) I have worked taking care of my dogs, and I have taken care of multiple different neighbor's dogs for years. I love walking dogs,...
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Darah O.

Dog/Cat Sitter

Lynchburg, VA

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your home. I'm an experienced house/pet sitter. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Will keep your funny friend well-fed and attended to!
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Henry H.

Lynchburg, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide pet sitting of any kind within your home. I have experience looking after dogs and cats and would be willing to care for any kind of pet.
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Bethany D.

Lynchburg, VA

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! My name is Bethany, and I've loved animals for as long as I can remember. I grew up with a dog, and now as an adult, I've had the joy of caring for my own dog and a cat. Over the years, I've also gained experience pet sitting for others, including dogs and bunnies. Whether it's taking a pup for a walk, keeping a kitty...
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Lilly M.

Lynchburg, VA

from
$14/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I have 5 dogs of my own, 2 cats, and 2 rabbits. I have such a heart for animals and am looking for any sort of pet care/ pet sitting jobs!
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Kaili L.

Dog Sitter

Lynchburg, VA

from
$12/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have assisted friends with sitting with their dogs, cats, chickens, pigs and ducks periodically over the years.
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Lilly H.

Lynchburg, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, My name is Lilly. I have lived with and taken care of cats for 10+ years. I am able to pet-sit dogs, cats, and bunnies. I am also available to walk dogs.
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Hailey G.

Lynchburg, VA

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
grooming
I can't remember animals ever not being in my life. I was a member of the 4-H horse club from the day I was old enough until the day I aged out. I showed horses up to the national level, and while there were glamorous aspects, countless hours of care, maintenance and medical attention went into making this possible. I was a...
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Allie H.

Lynchburg, VA

from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Allie! I'm currently a fur momma to a pit bull lab-mix and my American bully pit bull whose a service dog. I have always had a love for animals. I have been pet sitting and dog walking for 5 years. If you have any questions feel free to ask!
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Jacob H.

Energetic And Driven Dog Sitter!

Lynchburg, VA

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there, I'm Jake! I have a black lab of my own and I love her with all my heart. I grew up always being comfortable with dogs and never have given up a chance to pet a dog! I have experience dog sitting for my neighbors a number of times. I have helped out on weekends and even for an entire week-long vacation! I stay in their...
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Hadleigh M.

Hadleigh

Lynchburg, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a dog sitter and walker in the Lynchburg area. I have experience sitting for friends, family and neighbors. I would love to meet your furry friend!
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Elizabeth K.

Pet Sitter

Lynchburg, VA

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been a cat, lizard, and bunny owner so I have a lot of experience taking care of these animals. I have also dog sat a few times for a friend. I am very flexible and look forward to connecting with you!
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Olivia G.

Loving And Energetic Pet Lover

Lynchburg, VA

from
$12/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
I've grown up around all different breeds of dogs so I have experience with larger breeds. I am available to pet sit as long as it isn't in my home due to limits on my lease. I can also help out with walks in the afternoon or just checking on your 4 legged family members when you are busy.
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  • 55 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.25/hr as of December 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Forest, VA

Dog Sitters in Forest, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 55 listed dog sitters

Ariane C.

Ariane has been a huge help in getting and keeping our house in order. She's been helping with household chores, errands, caring for our...

- Dana S.

Christina W.

We loved Christina. She took great care of our cat and did all the little things Marco likes to make him happy when we are away!

- Care member

Elizabeth C.

Elizabeth is a wonderful person who’s dependable and very trustworthy. I’ve hired her multiple times and she never disappoints. I would...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Forest, VA

Dog sitters near you in Forest, 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 Forest, 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 Forest, VA is $15.25.

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