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Sandra P.

Lovely Care

Chesterfield, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I personal own two dogs for about 15 year . really love care then with all needs, comfortable ambient, healthy diet , exercise and healthy habits. responsible for their safe and care all the time . It is very big responsibility, they are one more...
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Erin L.

Richmond, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm Erin, a dedicated and compassionate animal lover with years of experience caring for dogs and cats of all sizes and breeds. Whether it's daily walks, pet sitting, or just offering some extra attention and playtime, I tailor my services to meet your pet's unique needs. I understand how important it is to ensure...
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Jayna W.

Pet Care

Richmond, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Jay, I attended ODU for criminal Justice, and now work in RVA as a nanny full time :) In regards to the pet world, I personally have 4 cats, 2 of which I've now had for almost 4 years! I grew up in a family with a multitude of pets as well, such as a dog, hamsters, guinea pigs, tortoises, lizards, and...
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Christina C.

Chesterfield, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Christina , and I'm a lifelong animal lover with experience caring for pets of all kinds, including dogs, cats, and small animals. I understand that pets are family, and I'm dedicated to providing the same level of love, patience, and attention that you give them at home. I have 15 years of experience with pet...
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Kathryn B.

About Katie

Chesterfield, VA

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$13/hr
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am a senior in college and I have been pet sitting for 6 years now! I have experience with dogs (young and senior), cats, birds, hamsters, bunnies, and fish! I LOVE animals and care deeply for them so I enjoy giving them love and care when their families are away. I treat every animal like my own and I have always been...
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Karen B.

I Adore All Pets And Have So Much Love To Offer!

Richmond, VA

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Karen, I'm 40 years old. I have been surrounded by animals my whole life and raised many myself. I used to be the child that rescued all the animals in the neighborhood lol. I worked at a doggy daycare when I was younger. I also have years experience of house/pet sitting. I'm kind, sweet, trustworthy, dependable...
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Jessica B.

Pet Sitter/Tutor In Chapel Hill

Richmond, VA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Pet Care: I had cats, dogs, snakes, iguanas, and fish while growing up, so I feel comfortable caring for most house pets! I currently have a 2 y/o rescue dog and a 5 y/o leopard gecko. In college, I helped care for, socialize, and train puppies from birth through an organization called Susquehanna Service Dogs. I have experience...
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Monica M.

Chesterfield, VA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been a dog walker/sitter for a friend for 5 years. I enjoy getting to know the pets I watch. I have had my own dogs and cats over the years. I currently have a Yorkie mix, Kai. I will give my attention to your animal as if it were my own. I can do walks, check ins, just sitting with them, plus any additional household...
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Tayana T.

Pet Lover Pet Sitter

Moseley, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
I want nothing more than to care for your dog or cat in the best way possible. I will take your dog for walks anytime. I will make sure your dog or pet has the food and water that it needs. I will definitely make sure your pet has the love it needs by giving it a lot of attention and being kind to it and making sure it has fun....
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Mikey A.

Pets

Richmond, VA

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$13/hr
8 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I have been dog and cat sitting for 8 years and am very good with all animals. I am very attentive and confident I can provide your animal with whatever they need.
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Jade E.

Chesterfield, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Jade, a lifelong animal lover who's grown up around dogs and can't imagine life without them. I currently have two of my own: Raven, a sweet lab mix, and Bella, a playful boxer. I'm CPR/First Aid/AED certified and will be starting my teaching career this fall, so I'm dependable, patient, and detail-oriented. Whether it's...
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Emily C.

Pet Sitter Available

Moseley, VA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been caring for pets since I was a small child. I can come stay with your fur baby or they can come to my home. My dog loves playmates! I can provide you with wonderful references upon request.
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Catherine M.

Pet Sitting & Dog Walking

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Catherine. I'm currently offering for pet setting & dog walking. I'm happy to provide references from my previous clients. I've been pet sitting for 4 years. When you are planning a vacation or a brief getaway, make sure to give me a call to schedule a Meet & Greet. Can set up a schedule and plan for happy visits...

Claudia R. says "Catherine started sitting for our senior pets a couple of years ago. One has kidney disease which requires Subcutaneous fluid administration. Catherine...

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Kyra H.

Richmond, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
As an animal lover and devoted mother to my dog and 2 cats, I take pet care very seriously. I have been regularly pet sitting/ dog walking, as well as volunteering at the SPCA for a year now. Along the way I've learned so much about how to best care for each individual pet as well as the importance of communicating with their...
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Sierra W.

Experienced Babysitter & Pet Care Specialist

Richmond, VA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
With over 7 years of hands-on babysitting experience, I've cared for infants and children under 10, providing a safe, nurturing environment tailored to each child's needs. I've developed strong skills in infant care, activity planning, and overall supervision. Alongside my babysitting experience, I've spent 10+ years as a...
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Emily O.

Henrico, VA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have multiple years of experience with nannying, which has also lead to years of experience with pet sitting. I have had plenty of pets, growing up. I had dogs, cats, a lizard, and even chickens and ducks. but most of the families I have nannied for had dogs or cats, and while I would help take care of their kids, I would...

Care Member says "Emily was absolutely amazing when she took care of my little one! Would keep me up to date on everything was going on and always responded to me in a...

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Kara P.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
As a clinical social worker - I love working with people but I also love working with animals! Growing up, my mom worked at pet stores and veterinarian clinics and, after hours, all sorts of pets in need of care seemed to find their way into our home - dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish; you name it! I have over five experience...

Stephanie J. says "Kara was so helpful to us while we vacationed in San Diego. We had asked her to watch our dog while we went kayaking and thought we would be back by...

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Martha D.

Happy Sitter For Cats, Rabbits, Small Dogs, Relaxed Larger Dogs

Henrico, VA

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have cared for fur babies, mainly cats, my whole adult life and always had at least one pet cat during childhood. I volunteered at Richmond SPCA with the cats in the catillions, townhouses, and rehab. I also helped them with enrichment with some dogs. I love getting to know each kitty's personality. I am also very dependable...

Justin B. says "Martha provided the services needed and lots of love for my aging cat, Tulip, while I was away during the holidays. She provided me with ample updates...

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Stephanie R.

Experienced animal care sitter

Richmond, VA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have 5 dogs and 3 cats. Ranging from 2 years to 8 years. I have cared for a wonderful furry fellow (dog) Freddy, at my last care gig. I was responsible for his total care, including taking him to doggy daycare for a week while owner was on vacation.
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Victoria P.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
Devotion to animals fuels my passion for pet care. For the past year, I've provided pet sitting services for dogs and cats, treating each one as my own. I have a graduate degree and prioritize their comfort, happiness, and a consistent routine. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules, maintain a clean and secure environment, and...

Care Member says "Victoria stayed overnight with my exuberant hound dog for five nights, and walked her each morning. She was responsive and dealt with some curveballs...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.17/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Midlothian, VA

Dog Sitters in Midlothian, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Catherine M.

Catherine started sitting for our senior pets a couple of years ago. One has kidney disease which requires Subcutaneous fluid...

- Claudia R.

Emily O.

Emily was absolutely amazing when she took care of my little one! Would keep me up to date on everything was going on and always responded...

- Care member

Kara P.

Kara was so helpful to us while we vacationed in San Diego. We had asked her to watch our dog while we went kayaking and thought we would be...

- Stephanie J.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Midlothian, VA

Dog sitters near you in Midlothian, 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 Midlothian, 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 Midlothian, VA is $14.17.

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