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Tikia S.


Lorton, VA

$21-33/hr

Beloved Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Hey there! I'm your dedicated pet sitter, boasting two years of expert dog-walking, a heart enriched by fostering dogs and cats, and the joy of being a devoted toy poodle owner. Your furry pals are in for a treat, as I seamlessly blend professional care with a genuine love for animals. Whether it's playtime, walks, or snuggles,...
Tikia can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
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Madelaine W.


Lorton, VA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregive! You're Pets Second Best Friend!

Hello! I provide both dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home. I grew up with cats and am very comfortable and familiar with the care of cats. I also regularly pet sit friends and family's pets. Currenly, I live with two friendly dogs. I love rubbing furry bellies and taking pups for walks! I'll put a smile on your pet's...
Madelaine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Karly P.


Lorton, VA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Animal Lover / Pet Caretaker

Hello! My name is Karly and I am a college student with my major being Business Administration. I had recently just moved from Georgia to this area I have had many recommendations for this app from new friends and am grateful for any jobs. I am definitely an animal lover, I have always enjoyed meeting both friend's and...
Karly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Cindy A.


Lorton, VA

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Looking to establish a bond with a local dog/family local to me for regular dog walking. Eager to provide care and attention, while respecting the training/rules parents have for their dogs.
Cindy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Hi! I'm Aubrie and I'm in the United States Navy looking to make some extra cash. Due to my job I can only really do dog walking, but I have a love for all animals. I've never walked dogs professionally but I have been around and taking care of dogs my entire life.
Aubrie can also help with: Pet walking
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Thalia M.


Lorton, VA

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

I've had pets my entire life, I've always offered help to my neighbors and family friends to dog sit and dog walk.
Thalia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

Vanessa G.


Lorton, VA

$18-32/hr1 yrs exp

Love Animals

I have 1 year of experience dog sitting but I went to expand to other animals. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking/sitting. I recently lost my senior dog last year and went to spend time with other animals.
Vanessa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Jennifer A.


Alexandria, VA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Pet Care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a Pet Care Specialist for over 40 years. I started working at a veterinarian's office as a teenager. I became a professional pet and show groomer in 1976, (now retired). I worked with Cat Show organizations. I worked in Dog Obedience for several years. I also work for a local pet-sitting service based in Arlington,...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Jennifer has been a significant help since adopting our new puppy! She has even made herself available on short notice when we had an unexpected event occur. Our puppy is a rescue, so she has had some health issues and Jennifer has not shied away from any of...

Liz C.

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Van H.


Alexandria, VA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Hi my name is Becky Shinawatra-Vailikit. I've been walking dogs and dog sitting for about 5 years now. Love being out doors getting some fresh air with the pups.
Van can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, dog training
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Becky has helped with our two dogs for few years now. She is very caring, dedicated, and dependable! On few occasions she took care of our dogs while we were away. Our dogs love her and she can easily manage them even though they are 70 lbs each and very curious."

Care member

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Maria S.


Woodbridge, VA

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Animal Enthusiast Who Loves To Care For Furry Friends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am passionate about animals and have a deep love for all furry friends. I am responsible, reliable, and committed to providing the best care for your pets! Your pets will receive the attention, exercise, and affection they need when in my care, making me a trustworthy choice as their caretaker. As an owner of my own dog...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Maria is amazing!! We want to keep her for ever!! She’s really nice and sweet with our puppy and what we value most about her job is that she really engages with our dog every day she goes to see him. "

Care member

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Kendra S.


Alexandria, VA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

College student and animal adorer of all shapes and sizes. I have been walking dogs since high school of all ages, sizes, temperaments and strength. In addition, I come from a family who loves pets; in fact, I have 3 dogs and 5 cats in the family and will care for all pets like they are mine. I have experience with walking,...
Kendra can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Kendra did a great job taking care of my rescue dog Barry. He warmed up to her gentle nature - that says a lot about her as he is very selective in making friends."

Tracy L.

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Casey M.


Woodbridge, VA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Energetic, Caring, And Compassionate Dog Walker

My name is Jennifer Casey and I have two dogs of my own and love taking them on walks. Both of my dogs came from a shelter and were very skittish when I adopted them so I understand the importance of patience when it comes to scared, nervous dogs. One of my favorite activities is taking my dogs on walks and I would love to share...
Casey can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Jennifer loves animals and is an excellent pet owner of 2 dogs. She has taken good care of my jackpot, Lily, who is always happy to see her. Jennifer is a wonderful trustworthy person who can provide high quality care for your love ones."

Elizabeth S.

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Victoria O.


Burke, VA

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

Caretaker For Your Pets !

As a parent of twin poodles ! I am very reliable, trustworthy and patient. I been surrounded by dogs my entire life. I know the responsibility and needed care for dogs. Walking, picking up litter, day and night feeding times, etc. I am willing to do additional tasks if needed! With all of my skills, I am able to provide a...
Victoria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am a dog lover and provide dog sitting in your own home or mine! I have two dogs of my own and have experience caring for the dogs of relatives and neighbors. I love to play and engage with your dogs, as well as take them on long walks if needed.
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"She is very reliable and took great care of my two dogs."

Lily M.

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Bernice L.


Burke, VA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Dog Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Since the last 23 years we owned 3 rescue dogs . We currently enjoy our sweet rescue Sugar , a Border Collie / Viszla / English Setter / Pekinese / Scottish Terrier mix . She gets twice / day long walks and a lot of love . I like to take care of any size dogs, also 2 - 3 dogs at once.
Bernice can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
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Deanna K.


Dumfries, VA

$12-24/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello fellow animal lovers and fur-parents! That handsome little gremlin in the photo is my frenchie, Archer, who has a few other roommates (not pictured) including a cat and another dog. I'm an experienced pet owner and also have experience providing care for pets of friends and neighbors when they're out of town. Care...
Deanna can also help with: Boarding
5.0
"Deanna is reliable and communicative- I love getting pictures and updates about my pups! She clearly loves dogs of all breeds, and has been great with the pup we recently adopted who required a bit of extra love :) "

Kathleen J.

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Lorraine W.


Woodbridge, VA

$11-16/hr

Professional Animal LOVER

I am 50 Years old and have owned and LOVED ALL kinds of pets my entire life!!! Experience includes caring for Dogs, cats, birds, fish, hermit crabs, chickens, ducks, bunnies, pigs, ferrets, snakes, mice, rats, and even tarantulas and scorpions I have worked with all kinds and can provide references as needed. Let ME take your...
Lorraine can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking
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Bernice L.


Burke, VA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 77 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20+ years experience as a stay at home mom. It fills my heart with joy to see "my" babies and kids delight with my German songs, books, old fashioned games, crafts, outdoor play and walks. I can make babies and kids any age smile and giggle and can sense how to let each different personality and talent shine with...
Bernice can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bernice was simply wonderful with our son and we would hire her again in a heartbeat. I’d give more stars if there was such an option. "

James M.

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Hannah L.


Alexandria, VA

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have owned dogs and cats for my entire life. For a couple years, there was also a fish and a hamster in my parents' house. I have had experience caring for both dogs and cats. I can provide in home care with light grooming and baths as needed. My family has owned large dogs, so I am comfortable caring for and walking dogs of...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation
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Elizabeth D.


Alexandria, VA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been a part time pet sitter for over 10 years, and I'm able to take care of a variety of dogs, cats, and other household pets. I have experience in multi-day and overnight sitting, as well as daily walking/care. I'm an enthusiastic animal lover and love every pet big or small! I'm also athletic, so I enjoy running...
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

NAPPS Certified

5.0
"Elizabeth is absolutely wonderful! She's been taking care of our precious dog Snickers for the past year. We travel often and Elizabeth has always taken great care of Snickers in our absence. She is punctual and keeps us informed with updates. We highly recommend...

Mary L.

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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Lorton, VA

Jennifer A.

5.0

Jennifer has been a significant help since adopting our new puppy! She has even made herself available on short notice when we had an unexpected event occur. Our puppy is a rescue, so she has had some health issues and Jennifer has not shied away from any of them. She always leaves a note with...

- Liz C.

Van H.

5.0

Becky has helped with our two dogs for few years now. She is very caring, dedicated, and dependable! On few occasions she took care of our dogs while we were away. Our dogs love her and she can easily manage them even though they are 70 lbs each and very curious.

- Care member

Maria S.

5.0

At first I wasn’t sure that Maria was real because of how nice she is. My first time using the site. She is incredible with caring for our animals while me and the family are out of town. My dogs and cats don’t like a lot of people at first but they do amazing with her. I won’t be switching from her...

- Care member

Kendra S.

5.0

Kendra did a great job taking care of my rescue dog Barry. He warmed up to her gentle nature - that says a lot about her as he is very selective in making friends.

- Tracy L.

Casey M.

5.0

Jennifer loves animals and is an excellent pet owner of 2 dogs. She has taken good care of my jackpot, Lily, who is always happy to see her. Jennifer is a wonderful trustworthy person who can provide high quality care for your love ones.

- Elizabeth S.

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