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Katherine K.

Lifelong Animal Lover | Trusted Pet Care

Lorton, VA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
Hi! I'm a proud Army veteran and lifelong animal lover with years of experience caring for a wide variety of pets. I've had animals my entire life and have personally cared for dogs, cats, birds, ferrets, hamsters, rabbits, and guinea pigs. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your pets-and I treat...
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Julia R.

Pet Sitter

Lorton, VA

from
$30/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Julia! I'm passionate about animals and have several years of experience caring for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and turtles. My background includes not only pet care, but also house care and running errands for families. I'm comfortable walking multiple dogs at once and have experience...
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Nicole S.

Lorton, VA

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I have never professionally pet sit before, but have been around pets my entire life. I have always been a huge animal lover and can more than tolerate almost every kind of pet:). I have had hamsters, goldfish, cats, and dogs in the past and have loved every one of them. If I had to pick a favorite it would probably be dogs. I...
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Shannon D.

Pet Sitter

Lorton, VA

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$5/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
For the past three years I have been employed by an animal hospital as a kennel attendant. There, my duty is to focus on the boarders having a safe and comfortable stay at the kennel. I have experience working with both cats and dogs as the kennel houses have both. I do not have any breed restrictions, as I have worked with many...
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Allysa F.

Springfield, VA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
**I will not accept any boarding requests, I only go to owner's homes to care for their furry family** Hi, my name is Allysa and I'm 22 years old. I have been pet sitting for 8 years. My friends and family know they can rely on me to take care of their pets. I have potty trained puppies, administered medications, and bathed and...

Care Member says "Allysa is great! I always get a ton of dog updates while she watches my dogs. She clearly cares about taking care of them as well as my home while she...

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Van H.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
boarding
Hi my name is Becky Shinawatra-Vailikit. I've been walking dogs and dog sitting for about 5 years now. Love being out doors getting some fresh air with the pups.

Care Member says "Becky has helped with our two dogs for few years now. She is very caring, dedicated, and dependable! On few occasions she took care of our dogs while we...

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Bernice L.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Burke, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
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.
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Emillee Z.

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I currently have 2 furry friends and have a few growing and have been pet sitting for friends and family for a few years now. Pet sitting is not a hassle for me since I love these furry animals! I love challenges and adventures so energetic pals are not problem for me! I have been professional pet sitting for about 3 years but...
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Jannell Q.

Springfield, VA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting services. I have dog sat for over 3 years. I love all animals of all shapes and sizes.
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Hannah L.

Part-time Pet Sitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have owned dogs and cats for my entire life. For a couple years, there was also a fish and a hamster in my parents' house. I have had experience caring for both dogs and cats. I can provide in home care with light grooming and baths as needed. My family has owned large dogs, so I am comfortable caring for and walking dogs of...
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Carolina B.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Dog Walker & Pet Sitter I have a huge passion for animals and I am a reliable and trustworthy dog walker and pet sitter who loves doing that!
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Jenn O.

Very Experienced Pet Sitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
daily feeding
pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
+ 1 more
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...
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Johna G.

Dumfries, VA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Caring for animals is more than just a job for me; it's a passion. With a graduate degree and three years of experience providing pet sitting, walking, boarding, and daycare, I treat every dog as if they were my own. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules and dietary needs, manage high-energy breeds with active play, and...
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Michelli S.

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
Animal lover with experience caring for pets of all sizes! I've been a reliable pet sitter and dog walker for 2 years, always ensuring lots of love, attention, and safety.
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Roxana T.

General Pet Sitter

Woodbridge, VA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
Most experience in pet sitting dogs of all sizes. However, also able to pet-sit for animals, such as fish, birds, guinea pigs, rabbits etc. Recently dog-sat a very energetic and attention-needy German Shepard for 2 months full time, so good very good and loving of all dogs! Only slightly allergic to cats, which is why I prefer...
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Taylor J.

Pet Sitter/Caregiver Available

Alexandria, VA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
Hello! I am a 27-year-old full time student attending NOVA pursuing a degree in Psychology. I am currently living in the Alexandria area, but would be willing to travel all around the northern VA area. I love animals and have spent the majority of my life being around and caring for all types of pets- dogs, cats, rabbits,...
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Floridalma A.

Dog Walks, Belly Rubs, And Peace Of Mind!

Springfield, VA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
Hi! I'm Flor your friendly neighborhood pet sitter and dog walker. I'm a school bus driver during the school year, I'm looking to do what I love most: spending time with animals! I have three dogs of my own Milo, a sweet 7-year-old Shih Tzu; Kai, a loyal 3-year-old German Shepherd/Lab mix; and Leo, my playful 3-year-old Husky....
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Victoria S.

Enthusiastic Pet Lover Available To Care For Your Fur Babies!

Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I provide pet sitting (mainly for dogs and cats) in your own home. I am able to stop by and feed, clean, walk and look after your pet while traveling or working long hours to ensure your fur baby gets all the love and care they need and deserve. I own my own cat and have grown up around animals my whole life. I also have several...
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Tshandukani M.

Springfield, VA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello, I'm Tshandukani. I'm 27 years old, and I've been dog sitting for the past two years. It's more than just a job to me it's a way to connect, to care, and to bring comfort to pets when their people are away. Each dog I've looked after has left a mark on me, and I'm truly grateful for the trust that comes with this work.
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Diana P.

Alexandria, VA

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
boarding
Hi Family! My name is Diana and I'm here to offer you my services as a pet sitter. As an animal lover, I'm passionate about providing them with the care and attention they deserve. I have experience working with a variety of pets, from dogs and cats to birds and fishes. My main focus is to ensure that your pets are happy,...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lorton, VA

Dog sitters near you in Lorton, 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 Lorton, 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 Lorton, VA is $17.00.

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