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Stephanie C.

Cat And Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks/in-home Care.

Gainesville, VA

from
$14/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
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...
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Angela L.

Gainesville, VA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
Caring for animals is my passion. I prioritize pet comfort and happiness by treating every pet as my own. I ensure a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. With two years of experience and some college, I offer dog walking services. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules and dietary needs. I also manage the needs of...
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Christina P.

Gainesville, VA

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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.
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Tatiana M.

Gainesville, VA

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
My experience is from having a dog of my own. I'm a pitbull mom and would love to help you with your dogs as well. I can walk, feed, play, etc.
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Vijaya T.

Gainesville, VA

from
$13/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! I'm a lifelong animal lover who grew up in a home with dogs and now I'm a dog mom to my own sweet girl, Ivy. I've spent years caring for pets for friends and family and I'm gentle, patient and very reliable. I always make sure every dog feels safe, loved and comfortable. I'm happy to help with walks, playtime and drop-in...
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Elizabeth H.

Dedicated Pet Care Professional (7+ Years)

Gainesville, VA

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$13/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
With a lifetime passion for animals and 7+ years of professional experience, I've proudly owned and operated a pet care business in Northern Virginia since 2017. I specialize in compassionate, dependable care for pets of all kinds--offering services like daily visits, walks, and special needs care. My clients value my...
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Kaley N.

Gainesville, VA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have had 2 dogs and 2 cats before with walking and feeding. I have also pet sat our neighbors dogs multiple times. Both of our dogs have been crazy pullers when it comes to wlaning and very energetic and jumpy so im not afraid if thats the case.
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Abby K.

Gainesville, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as encouraging, kind, and outgoing I like working with animals because I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver who loves helping others and creating a safe, nurturing environment. I'm looking for a job where I can make a positive impact, grow my skills, and work in a supportive, respectful...
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Reenu G.

Dogs

Bristow, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
A dog truly is a mans best friend . Do you need help with your dog while you are away or at work Walking , sitting or playing with your dog? From miniatures to large ... some dogs even like my singing ... lol! HAPPY TO HELP!

Michael S. says "After reviewing multiple applicants, I opted to hire Reenu to watch after my pets (three cats and one parrot) while I was on vacation for 10 days. Reenu...

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Nicole C.

Bristow, VA

4.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
I grew up with three dogs and two cats, so I've had tons of experience with animals. I used to pet sit for a family when they went on vacation each summer, when I was in high school. I baby-sit a child and we have to take the dog walking every day and this is a huge husky, but very loving. I also have two little red ear slider...

Nina V. says "This was our first time hiring someone to take care of our fur-babies (2 Siberian Huskies) for a weekend. As fur-parents we wanted someone who was caring,...

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Hayden G.

Experienced Sitter!

Manassas, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hey there! I'm Hayden, a lifelong animal lover and experienced pet sitter. I know how important it is to find someone you can trust to care for your pets while you're away-and that's where I come in. Whether it's dogs or cats, I treat every animal like they're part of my own family. I'm happy to help with walks, playtime,...

Monica S. says "Hayden has taken care of our dogs a number of times the last few months, and scheduled for our future needs. He is responsive and communicative and a...

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Emma W.

Warrenton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi all, Im Emma! I am here to find some extra side work and to hopefully help you out and whatever your needs are on I specialize in children, but I also do some light organizing, cleaning, dog walking, pet sitting etc. I've been a preschool teacher for the past five years and a nanny on the side but I recently just stop...

Care Member says "Emma is amazing with my 3 children. They request her every time! "

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Sasha C.

Dog Walker or Pet Sitter With Lots of Experience

Manassas, VA

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
Hi! I'm Sasha! I'm a a lifelong, experienced caregiver with a heart for children and animals! With over a decade of experience as a nanny, I bring the same level of attentiveness, reliability, warmth, and love to every walk I take with your furry family member! My first job was at a veterinary hospital where I cared for the...
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Laura O.

About Me

Bristow, VA

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$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I grew up always having pets at the house: dogs, cats, fishes, birds and rabbits! I'm an animal lover I currently have a dog and cat, they are my kids. I'm open to dog walking and pet sitting! I'm a recent graduate (24) looking for Summer work before I start a position in the Fall.
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Xia J.

Reliable Pet Care Services

Centreville, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I offer reliable pet care services including pet sitting, dog walking. Whether it's keeping your pets company, taking them for a walk, I'm here to help. I look forward to meeting your furry companions and providing them with the care they need!
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Andrea L.

Bristow, VA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I am 24 and have grown up with multiple dogs of all kinds my whole life and have lived with roommates and our dogs together (and cats). I am providing dog walking and dog siting when I am available for all dog sizes. I am going to be part time in graduate school and will have time everyday for dog walking. I can provide feeding...
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Haley R.

Love Walking A Pup!!

Manassas, VA

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$13/hr
Boarding
Hi! I just recently moved to the area (originally from Ohio) and I really just miss walking my dog! My boyfriend and I are just a little too busy for a pet just yet and I miss being around animals :( I would be strictly walking only - my apartment doesn't allow pets.
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Gillian A.

Animal Lover!

Centreville, VA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I love love love animals! I have been caring for dogs, cats and even fish, for as long as I can remember. I have four dogs myself and a fish. I can help with walking and feeding and any care you might need!
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Lauren C.

Pet Care By Lauren

Warrenton, VA

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$8/hr
8 years experience
Experienced 38-year-old professional Client Relations Accountant by day, looking to care for your dog or cat in my spare time on evenings and weekends to save up for a rainy day. I always had pets growing up: rescued several cats & dogs. With two dogs and a cat of my own, I'm a true pet lover! I have great experience with...
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Katherine G.

Animal Lover

Manassas, VA

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
I'd describe my personality as caring , sweet and loving , enthusiastic I like working with animals because I adore animals , I enjoy taking care of them and know a lot about them different breeds different allergy's , sensitivity's etc. I'm looking for a job that pays good and I enjoy doing I started working with animals...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.50/hr as of February 2026

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Gainesville, VA

Dog Walkers in Gainesville, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Reenu G.

After reviewing multiple applicants, I opted to hire Reenu to watch after my pets (three cats and one parrot) while I was on vacation for 10...

- Michael S.

Nicole C.

This was our first time hiring someone to take care of our fur-babies (2 Siberian Huskies) for a weekend. As fur-parents we wanted someone...

- Nina V.

Hayden G.

Hayden has taken care of our dogs a number of times the last few months, and scheduled for our future needs. He is responsive and...

- Monica S.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Gainesville, VA

A local dog walker near you in Gainesville, VA will cost you an average of $14.50 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of February 2026 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 8 dog walkers offering services in Gainesville, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville, VA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Gainesville, 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 8 dog walkers near you in Gainesville, 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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