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129 dog sitters are listed in Virginia Beach, VA
The average rate is $12/hr as of March 2023
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Virginia Beach, VA
Bianca A.
Virginia Beach, VA
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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I provide dog sitting in your own home, walking, feedings and baths if you want to. I have had dogs since I can remember myself, and I love pets of all sizes and ages.
Latest review:
5.0
Bianca is amazing! She has been watching our first grader and supervising virtual school. She does a great job of keeping our daughter on task and happy throughout the day. She has also done a wonderful job...
Reviewed by Cara D.
Ellyne D.
Virginia Beach, VA
<$10/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
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Hi I'm Ellyne!! I live in Virginia Beach and I truly love taking care of dogs and cats and admire everything about them!! I have two dogs of my own (one from Puerto Rico!!) I've done a lot of babysitting along with dog sitting. I've fed them, took them for walks, took them out for potty breaks,...
Ellyne can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
Latest review:
5.0
Ellyne watched our cat daily for just over two weeks. She did an excellent job, and she stayed in contact the entire time, sending updates and pictures. She was very respectful of our house and cat, and both...
Reviewed by Keith B.
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Mary G.
Virginia Beach, VA
$10-15/hr
5.0
(3)
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I am the mother of two dogs, and two cats. I walk the dogs at least 3 times a day when I am at home, and I like to think they are pretty happy dogs. No, I haven't done a dog sitting service before, but I like animals, and I like exercise. I would love to care for your precious fur babies! I would...
Latest review:
5.0
Mary is a very honest, dedicated, caring, hardworking, goodhearted person. I've know her for 30 years and have worked with her in the past. She gives everything she does her all, takes pride in her work and...
Reviewed by Maria F.
5.0
(1)
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I have 2 cats (milo and Smokey), 1 dog currently his name is Jax, a puppy named Leo and a bearded dragon. I take my dogs out for hikes or car rides almost everyday (I try to atleast). My cats have been trained to be friendly to other due to me pet sitting family friends pets growing up. I always...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
Latest review:
5.0
Alexandra went above and beyond to build a relationship with my daughter. She was sweet and always patient! She didn't just sit on the couch and use her phone the entire time like a lot of sitters, she actively...
Reviewed by Brianna R.
5.0
(1)
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Hi, My name is Daniela but you can call me Nella! I've been an animal lover my entire life and even had all the dog breeds memorized by the time I was 10! I grew up with dogs and started pet sitting when I was 13 all the way through high school, that's 7 years of experience I have with lovingly...
Daniela can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
Latest review:
5.0
Daniela aka Nela by my kids is sweet and very responsible young lady !!! You would be in very good hands by hiring her !!
Reviewed by Jenn M.
5.0
(1)
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I grew up with 2 dogs that I was responsible for. I love animals and have experience dog sitting with various breeds. I myself have a chihuahua that is my family and love like a child.
Bethany can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
Latest review:
5.0
Bethany has become part of our family!!! She is amazing with my kids, loving but firm when necessary. She is always on time and stays late if asked. Bethany is super sweet & her little boy is too precious....
Reviewed by Bobbi F.
Tonja F.
Virginia Beach, VA
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I love animals. I have two cats of my own. I have previously owned dogs, rabbits, birds, and hamsters. I can sit with, feed, walk, and clean up after your furbabies.
Tonja can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Pet walking
Latest review:
5.0
Tonja was truly a lifesaver for my family, she started babysitting for us over a year ago and she has been nothing but amazing. She is punctual, very engaged with my three babies, and is very flexible as I am...
Reviewed by Rachel C.
5.0
(1)
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Growing up I have had many pets. In my 20 years, I have had 19 Dogs :)
I currently have 1 dog and 4 cats.
I have been hired as a pet sitter before and can provide a reference.
I am vet attentive and detail oriented, Punctual, and I just love animals :)
I have experience with fish, rabbits,...
Ayanna can also help with: Pet sitting, Administration of medicine, Pet walking
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I have a lot of experience with animals. I have two dogs and a cat of my own! My sweet fur babies mean everything to me and I know yours do to! I can do daily walks, or playtime as well as dog sitting in the evenings. I walked dogs for years, when I lived in Chicago and Seattle so now that I have a...
Sarah can also help with: Pet transportation, Pet sitting, Pet walking
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I am a mother of 3 active duty military. I am open to all cleaning requests. I am also willing to pet sit and or dog walk. If I don't know how to do something I'm a fast learner. I am reliable and trustworthy.
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My name is Victoria. My family and I recently moved to the area. My husband is in the Navy, and since our move to Virginia I have been a stay at home Mom. Whether we are at the beach, hiking or camping, I love spending time with my family. As well as running with our dog.
I have had several...
Hannah P.
Virginia Beach, VA
$10-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have walked dogs all my life as I have owned dogs since I was born. I've been able to pet sit at bosses house or friends or even my house. I can feed the dogs, take them outside to get exercise, and walk them when I get off of work.
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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Hello! I'm Shelby, I'm 25 years old and I currently reside in Virginia Beach. I graduate In December from ODU with a Major in Psychology and a Minor in Criminal Justice. I was raised on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and grew up with the opportunity to engage with so many great animals; ranging from...
Shelby can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Dog training, Boarding, Grooming
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I've have owned multiple of my own dogs and have multiple years of experience sitting large and small dogs.
Alex can also help with: Boarding, Pet sitting, Pet walking
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I provide dog sitting or walking. I am a 22-year-old and am going into my final year of undergrad at Sewanee in TN. I have been around/have had pets (specifically dogs and cats) all my life and am extremely responsible. I love cats and medium to large dogs of all ages. I am very flexible when it...
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Hi! My name is Katie, I'm currently attending getting my degree is associates of science. I want to become a marine biologist, hoping to work with marine mammals in the future. I've had two shelties in my life time. I have dog sited for multiple family friends. I'm a reliable, positive, and hard...
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, Boarding, Pet sitting
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I have 20 years of experience. I owned mainly dogs and a few cats. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Cynthia can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Hello. I am here to help take care of your pet(s). I can provide dog sitting in your home or board your pet(s) at my home. I am comfortable around animals as I have grown up with them my entire life. I currently have a 5 star review with all positive reviews!
Patricia can also help with: Boarding, Pet walking, Pet sitting
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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Boarding and Pet Sitting. I have worked in a kennel with various dog breeds. I also have roughly 10 years of volunteering and working at the Virginia Aquarium. I also have veterinary assistant experience! I do work from home so when boarding animals I...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, Boarding, Pet walking
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Experienced animal lover and caretaker! I have 4 years of professional experience working with dogs while I worked and lived on site at Happy Tails Resort, in addition to other positions in the pet care field. I'm very passionate about canine nutrition, health, and medicine.
Meghan can also help with: Administration of medicine, Pet sitting, Boarding, Pet walking, Daily feeding
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Recent dog sitter reviews in Virginia Beach, VA
Bianca A.
5.0
Bianca is amazing! She has been watching our first grader and supervising virtual school. She does a great job of keeping our daughter on task and happy throughout the day. She has also done a wonderful job watching all three of our children on occasion. She is very engaging and the kids love...
- Cara D.
Ellyne D.
5.0
Ellyne watched our cat daily for just over two weeks. She did an excellent job, and she stayed in contact the entire time, sending updates and pictures. She was very respectful of our house and cat, and both were in great shape when we returned! Our cat really liked her too! We will definitely be...
- Keith B.
Mary G.
5.0
Mary is a very honest, dedicated, caring, hardworking, goodhearted person. I've know her for 30 years and have worked with her in the past. She gives everything she does her all, takes pride in her work and is great with people and pets. She's cared for my pets (2 dogs) many times in the past and...
- Maria F.
Alexandra S.
5.0
Alexandra went above and beyond to build a relationship with my daughter. She was sweet and always patient! She didn't just sit on the couch and use her phone the entire time like a lot of sitters, she actively played with my daughter! I would definitely recommend her if you're looking for...
- Brianna R.
Daniela C.
5.0
Daniela aka Nela by my kids is sweet and very responsible young lady !!! You would be in very good hands by hiring her !!
- Jenn M.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Virginia Beach, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach, VA is $12.58.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Virginia Beach, 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.