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I have had pets my entire life and they all lived well into old age... dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, bird. Some of the old ones were diaper required and a couple of cats required feeding tube. Medications and special diets can be administered.
Susan can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm Destiny. I'm a proud dog mom of a pitbull/ mix! Ever since I was little, I Knew I wanted to work with them animals. I've volunteered at a local animal shelter and loved it! I loved knowing the fact that I would be able to find sweet animals loving homes again. I can assist with dog walks, dog sitting in your own home,...
Destiny can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Unfortunately our plans changed at the last minute so I had to cancel but I'm disappointed that Destiny will not be with us next week.
She was such a pleasure to meet and get to know and was genuinely interested in learning about our pets and how to care for...
Jenn W.
Ingrid C.
Remington, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am offering dog walking and sitting depends of my schedule. If you need it, please, send me a message and we can figure it out the best days and hours. At the moment, I am able to offer my services in leesburg. Let me know, if you need my help. I am glad to help anybody.
Ingrid can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Dana B.
Fredericksburg, VA
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working at the animal shelter in my hometown for about three years now. I also have a Fear Free training certificate to read an animal's stress levels and ways to calm them down. I have been a dog sitter since I was in seventh-grade. I will also be available for dog walking.
Dana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I think my bunnies and turtle love Dana more than they love me!! She is wonderful!! She was willing to meet me and my fur babies before I "officially" hired her, and I was immediately at ease! She sends pictures every visit of each pet, gives updates, and even asks...
Kathleen B.
Makenzie G.
Fredericksburg, VA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Dedicated and experienced pet caregiver with a passion for providing exceptional care and love to furry family members. Trustworthy, reliable, and caring, I am eager to offer my expertise in pet care while balancing college responsibilities and volunteer work. Since the age of 13, I have honed my skills in dog walking, pet...
Makenzie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, dog training, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She took care of my dog for the week while we were on vacation and she did an outstanding job. I strongly recommend this person to anyone trying to find a dog sitter in the area."
Care member
5.0
(3)
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I'm love animals and have 2 small dogs. I am a former teacher and au pair, looking for opportunities to get some extra income while building my career in non-profit management. I would love to help you with your furry babies!
Debora can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Deby was our au pair for 2 years while we lived in Vienna, VA. She helped us with our 5 kids, 3 of them being babies under 3 years of age. She was so sweet, caring and patient! We miss her a lot! Too bad she couldn’t be our au pair forever."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've helped my neighbors with their dogs in the past and I absolutely loved it. I helped feed and walk their dogs.
Nathan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"After conducting a thorough search, we are excited to have found Nathan to help escort our Labrador Retriever at our wedding and overnight board her after the ceremony. We'll update our review after the job is complete, but after interviewing Nathan, we feel...
Yannick B.
Jordyn P.
Fredericksburg, VA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have two dogs of my own and would love more experiences with more dogs! I love dogs of all sizes and ages. can also perform walks and baths.
Jordyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Barbara and I'm an experienced animal person interested in providing pet care in the South Stafford area. I am a 30 year plus owner of dogs, cats, and horses. I have prior pet-sitting experience with other small mammals, exotics, and birds. Reasonable rates. Drop in visits available. I invite you to reach out...
Barbara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"What a wonderful feeling knowing your animals are in good hands. Barbara is super thorough, kind,, and attentive when caring for our dogs and cat."
Willard W.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a super patient, responsible animal lover. I have grown up around dogs and cats, and I have a year of experience in pet sitting and dog walking. I am especially experienced in caring for senior and middle aged dogs and cats.
Hope can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Hope is the biggest animal lover I have ever met. She is reliable, responsible, and takes care of my senior dog as if it is her own. Hope is attentive to any special needs and dog preferences. Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Andrea I am a 27 I am a server at glory days grill in culpeper and I am looking forward to pet sitting your beloved family members. I've grown up with lots of different animals and have come to know a lot about them over the years, I also have experience with cats, dogs, rabbits, horses, hamsters,...
Andrea can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Andrea did great work and I would hire her again"
Faye B.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey everyone! I provide pet sitting, and have watched multiple animals. I have experience watching dogs, cats and even bunnies. I have 2 years experience, and am very reliable with watching multiple pets at a time. Hope to hear from you all soon!
Bailey can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20+ years of experience in the pet care industry. I offer pet sitting in your home. I come to you! Dogs are my passion and I can't wait to meet yours!
Danielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Danielle has been my reliable go-to for 20 years. As a groomer assistant, house sitter, dog sitter and puppy sitter. She has run my dogs to the vet at a moments notice. Her talents are service and just about everything you need."
Jocelyn H.
Devoted pet sitter with a lifetime experience with dogs and cats. I was raised around 5 dogs over the years and I'm a proud parent of a German Shepherd. Your pets will receive the same affection and attentive care that I've always given to my own.
Alexander can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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.
Haley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I grew up in DR with Rottweilers who were literally my siblings. I learned how loyal & truly caring our pups really are from them. We also had turtles and a huge cage with 50+ parakeets! I moved to NYC in 2006 & when I turned 18, my partner Jon and I adopted a cat, Milo. He walked into our NYC apartment after following me up the...
Leonarda can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding
Hello! I have taken care of my 2 boxers and my Frenchie pug and helped in the process of training them for years. I grew up in a farm area and a neighborhood area therefore, I know how to care for/walk dogs in both areas. I love dogs of all sizes and can provide dog sitting in your home.
Gabriela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have been pet walking, sitting, and boarding for the past 7 years. I have experience with dogs of all different sizes and ages. I myself have been a pet parent for the past 3 years with my Standard Poodle Salem.
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hi! I have had animals all my life and loved each one unconditionally. My previous experience as a dog walker/ pet sitter with a reliable company gave me the knowledge and confidence to take care of pretty much any type of pet. I also have personal experience with elderly pets and administrating medicine. I can provide text...
Lindsay can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Passionate pet lover with experience at the Fredericksburg SPCA and Central VA Horse Rescue. Dedicated to pampering your fur babies like my own.
I understand the anxiety of leaving your pets at home, with my own cat, Yumi and my rescue dog, Tofu. I will always make sure your pet receives the same love and attention just like...
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Locust Grove, VA
Destiny T.
5.0
Unfortunately our plans changed at the last minute so I had to cancel but I'm disappointed that Destiny will not be with us next week.
She was such a pleasure to meet and get to know and was genuinely interested in learning about our pets and how to care for them. You will be very pleased if you...
- Jenn W.
Dana B.
5.0
I think my bunnies and turtle love Dana more than they love me!! She is wonderful!! She was willing to meet me and my fur babies before I "officially" hired her, and I was immediately at ease! She sends pictures every visit of each pet, gives updates, and even asks if there's anything more we need...
- Kathleen B.
Makenzie G.
5.0
She took care of my dog for the week while we were on vacation and she did an outstanding job. I strongly recommend this person to anyone trying to find a dog sitter in the area.
- Care member
Debora D.
5.0
Deb is amazing! She's been our go-to babysitter for a while now, and we couldn't be happier. She's super reliable, great with the kids, and always comes up with fun stuff to do. We feel totally at ease leaving our little ones with her.
- Care member
Nathan G.
5.0
After conducting a thorough search, we are excited to have found Nathan to help escort our Labrador Retriever at our wedding and overnight board her after the ceremony. We'll update our review after the job is complete, but after interviewing Nathan, we feel comfortable having Nathan care for our...
- Yannick B.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Locust Grove, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Locust Grove, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Locust Grove, 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 Locust Grove, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Locust Grove, 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 Locust Grove, VA is $12.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Locust Grove, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Locust Grove, 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 Locust Grove, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Locust Grove, 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 Locust Grove, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Locust Grove, 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.