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I provide dog sitting in your own home and am available to pick-up and take dog(s) to park for a walk or walk in your area. Will send cute photo updates! I have two dogs and have had dogs my entire life. Love dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages.
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Jessica J.
Aldie, VA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jessie. I am a patient, genuine, kind, and empathetic caretaker who has experience taking care of both people and animals.
I have two dogs of my own and have been around animals my whole life. I helped raise and train a litter of German Shepard puppies when I was in middle school. I have been pet sitting for...
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Jessie is wonderful with our dogs - plays with them, cares for them including medications. Will definitely use her services again and highly recommend!"
Shannon J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience boarding, walking, sitting, and doing basic grooming/medication administration for dogs and cats. Additionally, I have worked in-home to take care of a variety of pets including dogs, cats, exotic animals, and small mammals. I'm also available for periodical or long-term visits for dog walking, cat...
Matea can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Matea is such a loving and caring young lady. She has taken care of my two doggies with such care and compassion. I highly recommend her!"
Melissa D.
Maliha A.
Haymarket, VA
$8-13/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mia and I am 18 years old. I love all animals, especially dogs. I've had dogs throughout my life, owning 2 at the moment. I have experience with senior dogs and puppies. I love giving cuddles and throwing a ball. I have a 60 lbs German Shepard puppy, so I am experienced with big dogs, and I also have a...
Maliha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Christina P.
Gainesville, VA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I'm Christina! I'm currently a sophomore in college looking to gain some extra money dog walking/pet sitting. I have 2 dogs of my own and have experience walking many different size and temperament of dogs. I'm very much an animal lover and pretty easygoing, so I hope I can be a good fit to work with you and your pets.
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Stephanie C.
Gainesville, VA
$14/hr • 8 yrs exp
Cat And Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks/in-home Care.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work in a boarding facility/daycare. I take care of cleaning the runs the dogs stay in along with the occasional cat boarder. I walk the older dogs. I was also a pet sitter for 2 small dogs. The owner would bring her Westie and Pekinese to my house to care for them. I fed and walked the dogs daily and administered...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Caroline B.
Broad Run, VA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Caroline and I have 10 years of pet sitting experience! I've taken care of my family's and my neighbors' dogs, cats, fish, you name it! I love all animals but I definitely have a soft spot for dogs and cats! I know how important it is that your pets are treated gently and with as much care as I give my own fur...
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
My name is Avni and I am a rising college freshman at Virginia Tech (Go Hokies!!). Though I am young myself, I have an extreme passion of working with kids! I have professional experience working with children as I used to work in a gym daycare center and recently worked as an assistant tennis coach for the USTA. I am CPR...
Avni can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, window washing
Morgan R.
Warrenton, VA
$12-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I currently have two cats of my own and also live with three dogs. Other animals I've had are guinea pigs, freshwater fish, rabbits, chickens, and bearded dragons. I have nearly a decade of experience pet-sitting and go to great lengths to make sure they are well cared for in your absence.
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have had big dogs since I was a little kid! I have been dog sitting and walking dogs for a couple years now for extra money on the side. I love any type of animals and would love to help you take care of your fur babies!
Faith can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Madison B.
Warrenton, VA
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am looking for dog sitting or house sitting opportunities. I have years of experience with dogs, cats, bunnies, chickens, bearded dragons, and even snakes.
Madison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Melany R.
Aldie, VA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I have been a pet sitter and babysitter on and off since I was 12. That's over 20 years of experience! I currently have a full time job in the medical field but am looking to make some extra money for my upcoming wedding. I have mostly worked with cats and dogs but I'm willing to care for any pet. I am available for...
Melany can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Kimberly T.
Delaplane, VA
$10-15/hr
I can provide pet sitting in your home part time. I can also provide dog walking. I love animals. I have experience in caring for dogs and cats.
Kimberly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog/cat sitting services in your home. I've had lots of experiencing caring for dogs and cats. Not only caring for my families but fostering from local rescues whenever I'm able to! I'll treat your animalies just like family as I know just how important they are!
Kiley can also help with: Pet sitting
April M.
Warrenton, VA
$21-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm April! I have been pet-sitting and caring for animals since 2008. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, and small animals. A little about me -
I have 2 furry kiddos of my own, a guinea pig named Peanut and a 13-week-old kitten named Indi, and I'm planning to rescue a dog when I'm able to financially. I'm enrolled in...
April can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
My name is Kate . I am 21 years old and I am living in NYC this summer (2019). I have over 10 years experience with caring for a dog and I am comfortable dog sitting, walking, playing and giving baths and light grooming. I love all sorts of animals and am comfortable caring for most household pets. I miss being around animals,...
Katelyn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I am available as a pet sitter and walker. I have little experience but I love dogs and I am very patient.
Yacqueline can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Ellie H.
Haymarket, VA
$12-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I am currently a student at Virginia Tech and Im looking for pet sitting or dog walking jobs! I love pretty much all animals and I have many years of experience caring for dogs/cats and many other pets.
Ellie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I am a avid animal lover. I have cared for horses, dogs and cats. I was raised with German Shepard's. Owned a horse, rottweiler, and a pit bull, many cats in my life time. I have cared for family member dogs and cats as well. I love dogs and cats of all sizes. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
I'd describe my personality as caring, friendly, and detail-oriented.
I like working with animals because they are like members to your family and they deserve the best care and attention while you're away!
I'm looking for a job that includes a lot of outside activity such as walks in the neighborhood or playing outside.
I...
Leah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in The Plains, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in The Plains, VA?
Dog sitters near you in The Plains, 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 The Plains, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in The Plains, 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 The Plains, VA is $22.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in The Plains, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in The Plains, 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 The Plains, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in The Plains, 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 The Plains, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in The Plains, 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.