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Becky R.

Part-Time Caregiver For Any Pet

Ruther Glen, VA

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I can provide the care your animal needs when you have to be away from them. I can care for them at your house or mine. I have experience with cats, dogs, and small animals. I will feed, walk, bath, and pet sit your animals and care for them as if they were my own. I am available in the evenings during the week and any time on...
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Variety Pet An Animal Sitter

Ruther Glen, VA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Whether it be your fish, dog, snakes, cows or chickens, I'm up for it! I grew up with a variety of animals and have been taking care of them for a long time now! I'm up for any challenge!
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Pet Care

Mechanicsville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello my name is Katelyn! I'm a rising junior at James Madison University as an Elementary Education Major. I provide pretty much any service in regards to taking care of your pets. I dog walk, pet sit during the day and overnight, visit daily, potty breaks, feed, take to appointments, etc. My experience includes having owned...

Sarah C. says "Katelyn was amazing with my dog while my family and I went on vacation. She is very dependable, and my lab absolutely adores her. Would hire again."

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Mechanicsville, VA

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have grown up with pets my whole life. I have a dog of my own named Zeus who we love very much. I can provide dog sitting in your own home or also am willing to do dog boarding at my home. I have many great references and am experienced dog caregiver. I love dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds.
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Animal Care

Fredericksburg, VA

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
I love animals! I have always grown up with them. I currently have two amazing dogs and two cats! I am able to do basic training, dog walking and dog sitting. I have my own car for transportation and I do not smoke. I am CPR certified.
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Loving, Caring Person And Sitter!

Montpelier, VA

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
grooming
Hi! My name is Brooke. I have had dogs and cats growing up my whole life and I love any type of animals. I am a very respectful and responsible person and very good with taking care of animals! I live in Montpelier, VA and just graduated college at Longwood University.
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Fredericksburg, VA

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi I'm Natalie! I'm 18 years old and recently graduated from high school and am looking for jobs to help me save money. I have multiple years of experience with pet sitting plus 2 dogs of my own! :)
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Looking To Care For Local Pets

Bumpass, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Jacob! I'm an Eagle Scout and college student new to the area, looking to provide any work or care services that may be needed! I have a long history of caring for children due to my experience in scouting, and have cared for pets my entire life, with 2 previous dogs and 2 current dogs! My experience has also...
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Part-time Pet Care Giver

Mechanicsville, VA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm experienced with small dogs and medium sized dogs. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also complete dog walking!
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Fredericksburg, VA

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
Hi, I'm Megan! I have grown up around animals my whole life, and am currently working towards my Veterinary Technician degree! I grew up with dogs and currently have my cat, Nala, and my Golden Retriever, Louie! Along with caring for my own animals I had always been the neighborhood sitter for other families and volunteered at...
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Woodford, VA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! I'm Shannon! Your Friendly & Reliable Pet Sitter! Animals aren't just a passion - they're a big part of my daily life! I'm a proud pet parent to two wonderful dogs and three lovable cats, so I know just how much love, attention, and care our furry family members need. I'm here to provide peace of mind while you're away....
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Mechanicsville, VA

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for many families for about five years. I have taken care of a variety of animals including dogs, cats, fish, chickens, and ducks. My career goal is to be a veterinarian so I would love to pet sit for all kinds of pets. In my spare time, I like to workout and crochet. One thing you should know about...
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Pet Sitter

Fredericksburg, VA

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Grooming
daily feeding
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
Being around pets is something I have experienced my entire life. Ever since I was born I have had pets living in my house. Now my family has 4 dogs and I am more than used to the chaos. I have always been around dogs and cats and raised both as puppies and kittens. I have also had guinea pigs, rabbits, and of course fish as...
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Pet-sitting

Ashland, VA

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
Hi! I have years of experience with pet-sitting. I personally have 4 cats, and have pet sat over a dozen dogs, and even more cats. I am reliable, punctual, as well as a hard worker. I would love to help and love on your pets!
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Fredericksburg, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I pick up different dog sitting/house sitting roles every few weeks, I used to be a reoccurring dog sitter for two years, and I love animals. I can provide references!
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Experienced Pet Sitter/Babysitter Available For Occasional & Last Minute Needs.

Mechanicsville, VA

1.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I believe pets are a part of the family, and we form special relationships with them. I grew up with multiple pets, and have over five years of experience in pet sitting. I was a dog bather, so I know how to provide light grooming needs like bathing, nail trimming, and gland expressions for dogs or cats if needed. I have...
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Jeremiah Pet Services And Care

Fredericksburg, VA

from
$19/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as responsible, animal loving, detail oriented I like working with animals because I love meeting news pets and getting to take care of them. I love house sitting and being able to spend time with the animals I'm looking for a job that gives me the opportunity to help people and take care of their...
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Part-Time Pet Sitter!

Fredericksburg, VA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
pet transportation
I have grown up my entire life with an array of different pets and have worked in a kennel where I was trained on how to care for sick/elderly pets. My past pets include cats, dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs fish and small birds. I genuinely love animals and will take care of them and love them just like I would my own.
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Mechanicsville, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have some paid experience caring for dogs, cats, fish, and lizards. I also owned no fewer than four pets from age 9-21, so I have plenty of experience with animals! I'm willing to walk dogs and pet sit, but do not offer boarding as my dog doesn't get along with other animals that she's not used to. I look forward to hearing...
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Fredericksburg, VA

from
$17/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! I love animals and would love to take care of your pets. I grew up with lots of dogs, cats, fish, lizards, etc. in my home and am comfortable handling whatever you need help with! I have been working as a pet sitter for 7+ years (and unpaid for 20, haha) and would love to care for your animals.
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  • 22 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Ruther Glen, VA

Dog sitters near you in Ruther Glen, 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 Ruther Glen, 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 Ruther Glen, VA is $14.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Ruther Glen, 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 Ruther Glen, 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 Ruther Glen, 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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