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60 dog sitters are listed in Great Falls, VA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 4 years
Dog sitters in Great Falls, VA
Pamela B.
Great Falls, VA
$26/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm From Brazil But I Live In USA For 5 Years Now, I Love Kids, Dogs, Books, Movies And Music.
5.0
(2)
I'm 31yo and I live in Reston and I have my own transportation. I have more than 6 years of experience with kids all ages and I can also help with kids homework, helping with housekeeping, laundry, doing the dishes, grocery shopping, organizing projects, running errands, pet sitting, tidying up the kids room and playroom.
I have...
5.0
"Pamela is amazing. She did a great job with my kids and they loved her. I can’t express how helpful she was and I will definitely be hiring her again."
Nubia L.
Hello! I have worked with dogs, horses, birds, and more. I am comfortable pet sitting and dog or cat walking as well as feeding. Let me know how I can help! I typically charge 20 an hour minimum.
Anna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Ava N.
Great Falls, VA
$15-35/hr
Hey my name is Ava and I'd love to connect with you to help you out with pet sitting! I'm a passionate animal lover and have a dog myself, so I'm experienced in knowing how to care for them physically and emotionally:) Let me know if you're interested!
Ava can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I absolutely love animals and have been around dogs all of my life. I have five years of experience with overnight house sitting and pet sitting, as well as dog walking. I'm also happy to water plants, open and close blinds, and do other tasks around the house as needed for overnight stays.
I have taken care of dogs of all...
Jonathan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maddie and I am an animal lover who provides dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home and also do dog walking as well. I am very caring, trustworthy, and punctual. I also have 2 years of paid experience.
Madison can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Madison is very sweet and dependable. She is also very attentive to requests. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you for taking care of my two cats while I was away!"
Anthony S.
5.0
(2)
I have previously worked for an all indoor, open-play daycare facility. I have experience working with up to 40 dogs at a time, and just about every breed you can imagine. I have dealt with aggressive and strong dogs, and have even had to break up some scuffles, so no job is too tough for me. I am your go to if you have a dog...
Jenn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, grooming, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Machaila W.
Rockville, MD
$40-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
Will Update My Bio After I Setup The Rest Of My Account
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Most my career life I have worked for the county & private security, but the best part was returning home to my fur babies! My passion has always been with animals as my dream was to be a vet, but my heart couldn't handle when giving bad news. So, I opted to have my own babies & to care for others'! & that is why I am here to...
Machaila can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Machaila has been my go to sitter for my two kitties! Whenever she comes to watch them, they are always so playful and happy with her. I know my babies are taken care of very well with Machaila. "
Care member
Ana M.
Herndon, VA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Ana can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Katherine W.
Reston, VA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Dog Owner And Cat Sitter Looking To Make Smiles Happen!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katherine, and I have been working with animals on and off since late high school.
In high school, I worked with some neighborhood cats- feeding, cleaning litterboxes, playing, etc...
In college, I have been working as a seasonal dog walker/pet sitter. Currently, I work as a dog bather in the grooming suite...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Katherine has been my best dog Walker yet. The care and attention she gives to the details is hard to come by. She is always on time and goes the extra mile to make sure the dogs are not only fed, and walked, but also played with and loved on. She is great at...
Parmjeet K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*I have a vehicle. Care keeps changing my profile unprompted.
I've always had an easy connection and shared warmth with animals. We had a variety of pets in my household growing up such as dogs, cats, birds, fish, and turtles. For a few years now I have provided pet sitting for friends and referrals.
I am attentive to body...
Kierra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Kierra is an organized, compassionate, and professional care-giver. She listens attentively to instructions, asks intelligent questions, and takes careful notes. She sent me pictures and provided regular updates. I would absolutely contact Kierra again for...
Lisa C.
Hilda A.
Bethesda, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm a mommy to three cuddly pups. I have great references. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
Hilda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Ashley S.
Germantown, MD
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide cat and dog sitting in your own home. I am also available for dog walking. I have experience caring for geckos and feel comfortable feeding them food mix and live crickets. I have a 30 gallon planted freshwater community aquarium of my own and feel comfortable with water changes, feeding, measuring chemical levels, and...
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"We went out of the country for two weeks and had Ashley come every other evening to feed and water our geckos. We also had a separate cat sitter, but in the future I would trust Ashley to do take care of all three pets!
Taking care of the gecko's isn't easy-...
Jonathan K.
5.0
(2)
I love working with animals. I have had a dog (black lab) my whole life. I have been pet sitting and house sitting for 7 years now. I have also been recommended by the families that I work with. I understand that a pet is a valuable part of your family and I intend to treat them with love and care.
I am available to work with...
Katherine can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Good with cats and dogs. Reliable and competent. "
Walter P.
4.1
(28)
Hired by 69 families in your neighborhood
My name is Linda and I am a caring, love and tidy to attention petsitter. I have been doing this for over 10 years. I do part-time pet walking for early morning, early afternoon and evenings. I am very flexible and don't mind working around your hours. As a part time job I work at a vet right in Fairfax and have been there for...
Linda can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"This was our first time having a pet sitter for our cats and Linda was great! She showed up the days we needed her and when we got home everything was taken care of. We will definitely be hiring her again."
Ellen B.
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)
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 20 and attend the University of South Carolina. Growing up, my family always had some mixture of dogs and cats. Me and my siblings were responsible for walking the dogs, cleaning the cat litter, and feeding/caring for them all.
At home in Maryland our family has an old dog who needs a lot of help and...
Elena can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I have been pet sitting for about 8 years now. I love all animals and feel as though they are an important apart of the family. I am a very responsible and reliable sitter who's main focus is to make your pet comfortable and provide care and companionship while you are away. I have great references if needed.
Mia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Mia is a reliable and responsible pet caretaker. She has always been dependable with all of our animals. "
Danna D.
5.0
(1)
Can't find someone to dog sit on date night or traveling away! Here to help. I love all fur babies. I'm reliable and quick
Vanessa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hana G.
Bethesda, MD
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I volunteered at a wildlife center for 2 years and interned at a vet clinic. This is why I have experience with animals and love them.
I house sit for all my friends when they go away and have to take out dogs, feed cats, etc. I even have experience with pigs, horses, you name it!
Hana can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Hana is great! She cares for my two senior special needs cats while I am out of town. It is such a relief to know they are properly cared for."
April H.
Nageswary P.
Sterling, VA
$17-22/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am a kind and caring individual. I love animals and that's why I decided to start my dog walking & pet sitting service. I look forward to taking care of your pet/s and giving them the very best service. I'm very reliable, trustworthy and honest.
Nageswary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Great Falls, VA
Pamela B.
5.0
She is wonderful with the kids and always on time. Very reliable!
- Lisa F.
Madison K.
5.0
Madison is very sweet and dependable. She is also very attentive to requests. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you for taking care of my two cats while I was away!
- Anthony S.
Machaila W.
5.0
Machaila was an amazing and attentive babysitter for my bird children (two green cheek conures)! It’s rare to meet other people with pet birds and also conures, and so Machaila was an expert in handling my babies and even taught me some training tips for my birds. My birds enjoyed hanging out with...
- Sarah B.
Katherine W.
5.0
Katherine has been my best dog Walker yet. The care and attention she gives to the details is hard to come by. She is always on time and goes the extra mile to make sure the dogs are not only fed, and walked, but also played with and loved on. She is great at communicating and is often available...
- Parmjeet K.
Kierra S.
5.0
Kierra is an organized, compassionate, and professional care-giver. She listens attentively to instructions, asks intelligent questions, and takes careful notes. She sent me pictures and provided regular updates. I would absolutely contact Kierra again for assistance!
- Lisa C.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Great Falls, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Great Falls, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Great Falls, 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 Great Falls, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Great Falls, 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 Great Falls, VA is $20.33.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Great Falls, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Great Falls, 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 Great Falls, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Great Falls, 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 Great Falls, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Great Falls, 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.