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Jarod V.

Love Dogs And Enjoy Taking Care And Walking Dogs.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking, and Per sitting. I am finishing up my Masters degree and UVA and looking for summer work.
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Estefani M.

Your Dogs New Best Friend

Charlottesville, VA

from
$30/hr
15 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
I kind of fell into the dog sitting fun. My mom used to "sit" with every kind of being from baby to pet before it became a popular hustle. Growing up I've always helped and learned from her how to care for other's family members as one's own. In my spare time, I love to hike and I walk everyday. I'd love to have your companion...
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Wynn L.

Professional Dog And Cat Lover

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love fur babies and I have a Choc lab/Chesapeake named Hank and 3 cats! I have ALWAYS had a dog and cat in my home since I was a little girl. I have attended obedience school with my dog. Hank loves to play ball and go for walks! My cats love their window seats and catnip. Hank loves to play with his roommates the cats! I have...
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Sofia C.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I absolutely adore animals. I have had both dogs and cats and love caring for both. I walk my dog at home almost every day. She's very energetic so I have a lot of experience with high energy dogs.
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Mia G.

Loving And Responsible Dog Car

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Mia and I am a responsible and animal loving dog sitter. I truly enjoy spending time with dogs of all sizes and personalities. Whether it's going on walks playtime or just providing companionship and care I'm always happy to help. Keep your pet happy and safe while you're away. I have a flexible schedule and will...
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Emma B.

Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience the past two summers as a dog sitter for both small and large dogs, and for two dogs at once. I also have grown up with dogs and cats my whole life, and I love animals! I have experience walking dogs of all sizes, come with great references, and am comfortable staying overnight or coming and going.
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Amanda K.

Need A Sitter Or Dog Walker ?

Charlottesville, VA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Amanda I love animals and would love to help you out while your on vacation or at work . I work until 4 p.m. most said but I am free the rest of the day . I can however take lunch breaks as well to take your pup for a walk . I live in Ruckersville but I work at Rivanna Station .
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Marguerite D.

Good Care For Your Dog Or Cat

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I am available for overnight pet sitting and dog walking in your home. Dog owner for many years and previously was a volunteer dog rescuer. I currently offer Pet Loss Support. I will provide loving and compassionate care for your pets.
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Lori K.

Pet care

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm the mother of 2 grown children. I'm strong in organization, time management, & communication. I've been a cat owner for 56 years & have experience with kittens-super senior cats (ages 18+). I currently have a 6 y/o rescue kitty so no boarding. I adore all animals, especially cats. I've dealt with anxious cats &/or...

Care Member says "Outstanding job. Gave great details and updates while we were away. "

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Amanda M.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
I work well with cats and dogs . I would love to help you with your pet care needs . I am available for feeding, walking, companionship and occasional overnight stay.

Lisa G. says "Amanda was very patient with me as we went thru the interview process. Amanda was very attentive to details and kept me informed of any concerns with the...

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Skyler H.

Can't Wait To Meet Your Pets!

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've taken care of animals since I was 8. Family and friends have relied on me to walk their dogs, and help out when needed. I would love to do the same for you! I work part-time during the week with availability for morning services around 6:00-8:30 a.m. and evenings starting around 4:30 p.m. with complete availability on...

Lacie M. says "Skyler is professional, punctual & passionate"

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Deja N.

Part Time Loving Animal Provider Available

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. Walking dogs is not a problem. I have grown up with two dogs and cats since I was 3 years old and trained all my dogs. I walked dogs of all ages and sizes and love all dogs for people in my old neighborhood. Can even wash them if needed and feed for small animals too like fish

Arondai K. says "Deja is supper energetic. She is always time and at least 5 min. early if that. She had a great connection with my dogs and treated them as her own. only...

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Jessica S.

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I am an animal lover with about 8 years of experience pet sitting dogs and cats. I am available to either drop in multiple times a day or stay in your home overnight while you're away. I have been extremely safe during this pandemic and will continue to do so to protect your family! I will walk, play with, and bathe...

Lacey S. says "Jessica is very trustworthy and dependable. My dogs love her!"

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Ashley A.

Experienced Pet Care Provider

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have worked also as a Pet Care Provider for many years now. I have worked in Alaska with some of the top breeders in the country taking care of their animals while they were away. I have cared for 6 full grown Burnese Mountain Dogs as well as training a litter of puppies all at one time. I've worked with Cats as well as Dogs...
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Haley L.

Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a lot of experience with animals. I grew up with both cats and dogs. I have worked with several families over the past years in nannying, housesitting/ pet sitting, dog walking, housekeeping. I am comfortable with all sizes of dogs. Dogs must be well behaved and not aggressive.
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Maria H.

Pet Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I'm Maria. I have been working as a pet sitter for around a year . I've successfully managed the well-being of various pets, including dogs, cats, and small mammals. My responsibilities included feeding, walking, administering medication, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for each. I Grew up surrounded by...
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Nevaeh Z.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Nevaeh is an experienced and reliable pet caregiver with a strong background in dog sitting, walking, and cat watching. Over the years, she has provided attentive and loving care to a variety of pets, ensuring their well-being and happiness. Nevaeh's hands-on experience has equipped her with the skills to handle pets of all...
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Ikia P.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm new to dog walking but I have a Great Dane, mastiff, and shih tzu of my own so if you ever need a caregiver for your furbabies please reach out :)
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Kalli D.

Charlottesville, VA

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I've grown up with cats and dogs my whole life, and caring for animals has always been second nature to me. I currently help with overnight dog boarding at my home, so I'm very familiar with keeping pets safe, happy, and comfortable in a home environment. Whether it's playtime, walks, feeding, or just keeping your pet company, I...
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Andrea M.

I Loves Pets. I Have Taken Care Of Pets 2 Years

Charlottesville, VA

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love pets. I have taken care of pets 2 years ago. I walk dogs and feed pets if you want. I love to spend time with them
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.58/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Charlottesville, VA

Dog Walkers in Charlottesville, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Lori K.

Outstanding job. Gave great details and updates while we were away.

- Care member

Amanda M.

Amanda was very patient with me as we went thru the interview process. Amanda was very attentive to details and kept me informed of any...

- Lisa G.

Skyler H.

Skyler is professional, punctual & passionate

- Lacie M.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Charlottesville, VA

A local dog walker near you in Charlottesville, VA will cost you an average of $16.58 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 55 dog walkers offering services in Charlottesville, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Charlottesville or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Charlottesville to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Charlottesville, VA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Charlottesville, VA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 55 dog walkers near you in Charlottesville, VA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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