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Taylor B.

I Am A Fun Sitter With An Energetic Personality!

Powhatan, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 10+ years experience in dog, bird and cat care. I also have experience with fish (saltwater and freshwater), and snakes although these are relatively knew skills I am still developing. In addition to this I am fully vaccinated. I have always had pets in my life and would love to take on caring for your fury, feathery, or...
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Stephanie T.

Powhatan, VA

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$12/hr
I'm a mom of 3 boys who always loved animals and been around animals my whole life. I have 4 dogs , 4 cats 2 pigs some snakes lerpeds, turtles I've also had chickens, birds .. I can do pet sitting in my home. I can take your dog for walk etc ...
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Danae J.

Powhatan, VA

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$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I have many years of experience with pet sitting. I have dog sat part-time for years including looking after puppies and older dogs. I love dogs of all sizes and difficulties. I can help with baths, walks, playtime, and overnight sitting.
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Susan S.

Former Pet Owner Open To Pet Services

Midlothian, VA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've had dogs and cats over the years. Lover of animals. Recently I had to put my longtime dog companion down and I would love to do some light pet sitting to help care for your pet companions.
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Amanda S.

Animal Lover!

Moseley, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Amanda! My family consists of my husband and myself, 2 sons, and our 5 fur children!:) We currently have three dogs, two cats, and a plethora of saltwater fish. I've never been without a pet (s), so rest assured, I am very experienced with animals. I'm experienced with all aspects of caring for animals, including,...
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Christine R.

I Love Animals!

Midlothian, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I have been house sitting and pet sitting for friends and family members since 2002. I love cats and dogs and other small, non-rodent pets. I will clean up the house after the pets as well as keep the place clean if I stay at your place to watch your pets while you are on vacation or out of town.

Ashley O. says "Super sweet and loves your animals!"

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Avery A.

Big Dog Lover And Fellow Dog Mom

Midlothian, VA

5.0(0)
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$12/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am a positive and active young adult. I am currently attending Virginia Commonwealth University getting my bachelors degree in Education! I am a full time student, but all of my classes are online so i'm available all days of the week! I have 5 years of experience with pet sitting and pet walking for neighborhood friends!...
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Jacqueline W.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Henrico, VA

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Jacqueline. I love all animals, but I have the most experience with dogs. I have grown up with dogs my whole life, and have sat for a few families with dogs. I have never owned a cat, but I do have experience sitting for families with cats. I am comfortable with pretty much any task necessary, unless it's...
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Anna K.

Pet Sitter

Midlothian, VA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
9 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I am a college student looking to help people this summer. I provide animal services, for example, watching, feeding, brushing, and over-night care. I currently have a dog name, Gracie. She is a 65-pound Dalmatian Pointer mix. Please let me know if you would like any other information.
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Heather C.

Animal Lover And Interested In Caring For Pets While Family Members Are On Vacation.

Midlothian, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I have grown up with dogs and cats and currently do not have any pets. I love sitting because I don't have to have the daily responsibility as I travel and work often! I do have a couple family I sit regularity for when they go out of town! If you need a sitter just ask I maybe able to give your furry babies a comfortable place...

Randi M. says "Heather has watched our two Samoyeds many times now when we are in Richmond. We can not leave them alone so she acts as our "puppy" sitter. She is such...

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Carly W.

Pet Sitter

Midlothian, VA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am an experienced dog sitter with 2 years of experience. I am also a certified pet therapy handler so I've undergone lots of dog training.
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Alexandra F.

Dog Sitter

Henrico, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am a current Senior at James Madison University looking for a flexible job before my graduation in May. I love dogs and have grown up around them! I look forward to speaking with you. Thanks!
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Alanna S.

Midlothian, VA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hey! I'm Alanna a boy mom, animal lover, and your go to pet sitter or dog walker when you need an extra hand. I've been around pets my whole life and love getting to know their little quirks and personalities. I've got experience with dogs, cats, and birds, and I treat every pet like they're my own. Whether your dog needs a...
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Danyell M.

Pet Sitter!

Midlothian, VA

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$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I love love love animals, I have 2 dogs of my own and have had cats and a couple other pups in the past! I grew up going to stables and being around animals. I love to keep them interested and healthy with walks and playing around!
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Sara A.

Columbia, VA

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Experienced dog owner available for pet sitting, and dog walking. I am experienced with some small farm animals as well, and comfortable with indoor and outdoor pets.
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Peyton S.

Dog Sitter / Dog Walker

Henrico, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love walking dogs and can walk for 15 minutes up to 1. 5 hours. I'm always aware of other dogs passing by and keep a healthy distance.
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Abby T.

Henrico, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting for many years. I have walked lots of dogs, house sat both dogs and cats, and have a dog and cat of my own, so I am very experienced with them.
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Bre F.

Big Or Small, I'll Love Them All!

Midlothian, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
Outside of being the go-to pet sitter and dog walker for friends and family for as long as I can recall, I'm currently an art teacher at a local high school and previously worked at a doggie daycare for 3 years, so I have tons of experience caring for other people's furry and scaly family members! I've personally had dogs, cats,...
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Timothy W.

Midlothian, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
As an experienced pet sitter, I'm excited to provide personalized and compassionate care for your beloved furry friends right in your home. Offering services such as dog walking, drop-ins, and house sitting, I ensure a safe and engaging environment tailored to your pets' needs.
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Chloe W.

Pet Sitter

Midlothian, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Chloe, and I'm a college student with over five years of experience caring for dogs and cats. I'm currently looking for pet-sitting opportunities during the summer and school breaks. As a pet owner myself, living with two dogs, I understand the importance of providing compassionate and reliable care for your furry family...
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  • 59 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.67/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Powhatan, VA

Dog sitters near you in Powhatan, 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 Powhatan, 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 Powhatan, VA is $14.67.

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