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Sarah H.

Dog And Cat Lover

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! :) I'm happy to provide care for: All nationalities, heritages, fully vaxed, and LGBTQ. I have been pet sitting since I was in my single digits for my neighbors and family members growing up. I have experience with 2-month-old puppies to senior dogs, toy breeds to large breeds, as well as caring for 20 dogs at a time at...

Dave G. says "Sarah was thorough and flexible in her assessment questions to determine the needs of our high energy and smart Aussie Shepard mix... She sent lots of good...

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Dog Walking/Dog Sitting

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have had dogs my entire life. I have experience with all breeds of all sizes. Let me know how I can help you!
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Experienced Dog Sitting

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi I'm Alex! I love animals and have had many family dogs growing up! I just moved back to the DC area from Texas and I am currently working part-time so my schedule is very flexible! My step mom founded a pet care company and my family is opening up a location in Florida so I have a lot of experience dog sitting and walking...
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Overnights, Walks, And Weekends!

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Young professional living in Columbia Heights looking for pet sitting gigs. Grew up with dogs and cats! Love all animals and can handle tough pets. I am willing to do overnights in your home! I have watched various pets across the city. I have a great and consistent track record - check out my reviews! :) My skills include...

Care Member says "Emma did a fantastic job taking care of my dog and cat. I was traveling internationally for 10 days and was nervous since it was their first time being...

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Hello Beautiful People.

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
Greetings and salutations, my is Théa. I have been working with animals for about 5 years now. I've been working since 2019. I have experience with boarding and dog/house sitting. Along with the drop-in visits and walks .
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Trustworthy Pet, House,and Baby Sitter Available

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
A lot of my previous childcare expierence had been working at various (mostly centered around arts and humanities) camps as a counselor and educator in both high school and college. The age group I worked most with is 5-12 but also have some expierence caring for toddlers. I do also have tutoring expierence in mostly English and...
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Eager Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an eager and friendly pet sitter that would love to help you out with your pets needs! I can groom, sit or transport your animals. I have 2 dogs for 15 years of life and walked dogs for about a year in the area.
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Dog Lover, Responsible Sitter/walker

Washington, DC

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Experienced dog sitter and walker. I keep to your requested feeding, walking, and (cuddling) schedule and will make sure your dog feels loved and cared for.
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Dog And Cat Loving Young Professional

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and grew up pet-sitting and taking care of my own pets. I would love to provide care for your furry friend!
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Experienced Pet Care

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
9 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Nothing brings me more joy than spending time with animals. Growing up I had everything from dogs and cats to birds and guinea pigs. I have over 10 years of professional experience as a certified dog trainer, veterinary assistant, and pet sitter. When your pet is under my care I ensure they are treated with the utmost respect,...

Care Member says "Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make my pup wag...

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Animal Lover At Your Service!

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
grooming
+ 1 more
I've had a lot of experience caring for canine and feline friends alike. I've worked as a dog walker mostly, but I've also had a few house sitter positions that required me to look after animals for extended periods of time. I also grew up in a family that loved adopting any and all wandering animals that ended up on our...
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Experienced Dog Caretaker

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting, or care-taking for other small animals, in your own home! I primarily have experience with dogs, as I grew up with Rottweilers as our family pets! I personally own a 1-year-old Australian Shepherd as well, and love working with dogs of all sizes. I also have experience with small birds, hamsters, guinea...
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Dog Walker/sitter

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Meghan and I'm a 26-year-old legal fellow/attorney. I just moved to the DC area for work and am looking to take on pet care roles around the city. The majority of my experience caring for pets stems from my work as a nanny, which I did for on and off for about 10 years. I am very experienced with dogs, as I...
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Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Grew up with dogs and cats. Experienced pet sitter and dog walker! Willing to pet sit, feed, walk, spend time with, or administer medication to your pets while you are away!
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Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I adore animals and have several years of experience taking care of my own dog as well as pet sitting!
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Dog Walker/Pet Sitter - Loves Animals!

Washington, DC

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
I am looking for extra work while I am in grad school and interning. I have a lot of experience caring for cats, dogs, and fish, and most importantly, I love pets!
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Experienced Dog Sitter!

Washington, DC

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Grew up with dogs and have watched dogs/puppies for years. Would love to care for your furry friend.
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Washington, DC

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
My partner and I provide bird sitting in your own home. We are animal lovers who grew up with a plethora of pets, including dogs, rabbits, birds, chinchillas, fish, rats, Madagascan hissing cockroaches (don't ask), and more. We currently have 8 fish, a Blue Fronted Amazon parrot - Nemo, and a pit mix - Luna. Together, we have a...
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College Student And Part Time Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have had pets my whole life, ranging from cats, dogs, chickens, ducks, horses, and fish, and have cared regularly for all of them. I have pet sit for what feels like a zoo, including but not limited to cats, dogs, rabbits, and reptiles, so I have no problem, and am eager to work with any animals you may have in your family. I...
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Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I'm here to help you if you need someone to walk your dog (or cat!), feed, administrate medication, and other basic needs. I'm also open for occasional overnight sitting. Please feel free to reach out!
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  • 201 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.45/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Washington, DC

Dog Sitters in Washington, DC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 201 listed dog sitters

Sarah H.

Sarah was thorough and flexible in her assessment questions to determine the needs of our high energy and smart Aussie Shepard mix... She...

- Dave G.

Emma P.

Emma did a fantastic job taking care of my dog and cat. I was traveling internationally for 10 days and was nervous since it was their first...

- Care member

Samantha M.

Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Washington, DC

Dog sitters near you in Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC is $18.45.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Washington, DC. 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, 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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