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Hannah S.

MONTH OF OCTOBER- Temp Dog/pet/house Sitter

Great Falls, VA

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
I will be living in Rehoboth/Bethany Beach area October 1-30 and am interested in dog walking/pet sitting/housesitting as well as personal assistant and event duties. I am retired and currently considering move to DE shore. Look forward to hearing from you and hopefully working with you in Oct!
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Madeleine D.

My Approach To Animal Care.

Great Falls, VA

from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as reassuring, honest, and responsive. I absolutely adore animals! Their unique personalities and behaviors never fail to captivate me. Love and compassion are at the core for my interactions with them, as I believe in treating them with the same kindness and respect that I would want for myself....
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Fabiana H.

Great Falls, VA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
What motivates me to be a dog walker is my love for animals and my enjoyment in caring for their well-being. I understand how important daily walks are for a dog's physical health, mental stimulation, and overall happiness. I feel fulfilled knowing that I can help pets stay active, safe, and comfortable while giving their...
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Micaela S.

Great Falls, VA

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I have extensive experience caring for pets, including dogs and cats of different ages and temperaments. I'm patient, responsible, and truly enjoy spending time with animals. I'm confident handling feeding, walks, playtime, and basic routines, always making sure each pet feels safe, loved, and comfortable.
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Mary Catherine B.

Great Falls, VA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Mary-Catherine (MC)! I'm a graduate student in the area and I babysit and pet sit part-time. I'm most comfortable with kids ages 3 and up, and I also do dog walking, drop-ins, and holiday pet care. I have my own SUV, I'm comfortable with both dogs and cats, and I keep routines simple - snacks, play, school pick-ups,...
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Alana H.

Great Falls, VA

from
$14/hr
1 year experience
Dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a lifelong animal lover with experience caring for a wide variety of pets-from dogs and cats to birds, reptiles, chickens, and even ducks! I've grown up in a home full of animals and currently care for my own dog, two cats, a parakeet, five chickens, and a duck. I'm very active and love keeping pets engaged, whether that...
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Madison K.

Pet Care Giver

Reston, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Maddie and I am an animal lover who provides dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home and also do dog walking as well. I am very caring, trustworthy, and punctual. I also have 2 years of paid experience.

Anthony S. says "Madison is very sweet and dependable. She is also very attentive to requests. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you for taking care of my two cats...

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Brittney M.

Responsible, Loving, Pet Sitter

Reston, VA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have been caring for my own dogs/ cats/ fish for the past 15 years. I also have had experience pet sitting/ house sitting for multiple cats and dogs ranging in size from Chihuahua to Boxer. I have had experience with feeding, walking, as well as administering medicines. I also have experience trimming nails, giving baths,...
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Andrea G.

Pet Care And Child Care Provided

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
I have taken care of cats, kittens, dogs, and ferrets. As for dogs, I have cared for both large and small and at most have cared for three at a time. This care includes feeding, walking, and playing. I have also stayed overnight for care for dogs and cats as well. I love animals and am considering a career in animal...

Raga N. says "Andrea is one of the kindest, most caring individuals you'll ever meet. She has cat sit my cat on multiple occasions and has gone out of her way to make him...

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Sarah M.

I Will Love and Care For Your Pets!

Germantown, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
administration of medicine
boarding
+ 1 more
Hi, I have a small business and walk and take care of pets. I take some to my house, stay at your house or do daily walking. I know how much people love their animals because I have a dog and cat, and can't imagine my life without them. I love animals. I think they bring so much joy into our lives. I will treat your pets like my...
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Silvia A.

Full Or Part Time Nanny

Sterling, VA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi there! I am currently working as a private caregiver for families in our local area. My past experience includes 10+years as an educator and caregiver in a home daycare. I'm CPR and First Aid Certified and have cared for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old. I have also raised 3 beautiful daughters of my own and have five...

Care Member says "Kind and professional! Silvia is punctual, reliable, and has a lot of experience. Our toddler gets excited every time she comes over!"

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Nageswary P.

Sterling, VA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I am a kind and caring individual. I love animals and that's why I decided to start my dog walking & pet sitting service. I look forward to taking care of your pet/s and giving them the very best service. I'm very reliable, trustworthy and honest.
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Tyler M.

Reston, VA

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have always loved caring for animals and have had many of my own over the years. I love all animals and have experience with even the most exotic pets. I am a very active and loving care giver. I can also bath and provide light grooming for pets, take dogs on walks or to the park, and...
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Andrea G.

Caregiver & Pet Sitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have experience caring for newborns up until age 13. As an aunt of three (plus), I often cared for my niece when she was a newborn and on. I have experience caring for a friends newborn, up until age 2 and also cared for two young boys, one with ASD, beginning at age 2 and 4 for five years. I have cared for another young boy...

Allie B. says "Andrea has a gentle disposition and is so patient with children. Her imagination allows her to carry on a conversation with toddlers so naturally. She...

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Linda L.

In My Home, Over Nights, Dog Walking, Pet Sitter

Vienna, VA

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 69 families in your area
Grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
+ 1 more
My name is Linda and I am a caring, love and tidy to attention petsitter. I have been doing this for over 10 years. I do part-time pet walking for early morning, early afternoon and evenings. I am very flexible and don't mind working around your hours. As a part time job I work at a vet right in Fairfax and have been there for...

Ellen B. says "This was our first time having a pet sitter for our cats and Linda was great! She showed up the days we needed her and when we got home everything was...

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Helen B.

Hello!

Herndon, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Helen and I love animals. I owned two Quaker parakeets and loved playing with them. I have a soft spot for dogs and cats! I work full time in the medical field as a remote worker. This allows me to have more flexibility with my schedule to include dog walks. If someone needs me to stay in their home, as long as they...

Erin C. says "Helen did a wonderful job taking care of our rabbit (and house!) for a weekend while my husband and I were out of town. We got plenty of pictures and she...

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Suely G.

Friend Animal

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
grooming
Hello, I always had dogs and cats since my childhood. I love having many of them around, they are the joy of the house. My dogs currently live in Brazil, so I would love to play and walk with your little friend.
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Elizabeth M.

Part Time Caregiver

Herndon, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I have experience taking care of dogs and cats. I would watch the pet in the home of the owner and would take care of the house and maintain it clean. I would feed the pet and take them out for a walk and bathroom when they need to and play with the pet to keep them entertained.

Suzanne P. says "Ms Elizabeth has provided care for our cats a few times on their own and regularly in combination with watching our child. She has always done a...

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Carrie H.

Reston, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I have a bachelor's degree in Political Science and Sociology from Louisiana State University. I love to read, play board/card games, watercolor, puzzle, go on walks, and hang out with my elderly rescue cat. I have been working with children and families for more than 12 years. I have been with the same family for 8 years and...

Karin D. says "Carrie did regular housekeeping and errands and occasional babysitting and house/pet sitting for my family for a little less than a year. She did...

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Marcia G.

20+ Years In Early Childhood Care/BA In Early Childhood

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
*** Criminal background check available upon request. Hi my name is Marcia. I love working with children. I have worked in the early childhood field for over 25 years, many of those years as a lead teacher. I have also worked as a nanny for over 5 years. I am a proud mother of 3 grown children and a loving grandmother of 4....

Care Member says "Marcia came to is in January of this year and has been with us since. She has been such a blessing for our family. Our daughter was 8 months old when...

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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.83/hr as of February 2026

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Great Falls, VA

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

Madison K.

Madison is very sweet and dependable. She is also very attentive to requests. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you for taking care of...

- Anthony S.

Andrea G.

Andrea is one of the kindest, most caring individuals you'll ever meet. She has cat sit my cat on multiple occasions and has gone out of her...

- Raga N.

Silvia A.

Kind and professional! Silvia is punctual, reliable, and has a lot of experience. Our toddler gets excited every time she comes over!

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Great Falls, VA

A local dog walker near you in Great Falls, VA will cost you an average of $16.83 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 6 dog walkers offering services in Great Falls, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Great Falls 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 Great Falls 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 Great Falls, VA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Great Falls, 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 6 dog walkers near you in Great Falls, 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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