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114 dog walkers are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 4 years
Dog walkers in Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
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 walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katie and I moved to the greater D. C. area last spring. I am looking to find new families to pet sit for as I find myself missing my previous furry friends!
I have pet sat for 7 years and have dog walked for 4 years. I love animals and want them to be happy and comfortable when their owners go on a trip. I have...
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Katie was wonderful! She watched our two cats while we were away for a week. She came 4 days but also came an extra day because she thought the cats didn't get enough play time. I thought that was very thoughtful and caring for our fur babies. She even learned how...
Kayla M.
5.0
(5)
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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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.
Emily G.
Alexandria, VA
$17-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have over 15 years of experience caring for my own two large dogs. Both have since crossed the rainbow bridge but I'd love to have that dog walking routine in my life again. I can help with dog walking during the week as I am primarily working from home these days. I have over 7 years of professional experience and I have been...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Emily is fantastic. She absolutely loves dogs and will treat your pet like her own. She has watched my dog multiple times, and even come to my house to let him out on other occasions. My Dexter adores her. 5 stars!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
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 walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Absolutely terrific - couldn't have asked for a better pet caretaker. She was timely and professional every day, charged reasonable rates for care services, left detailed notes on the day's events and any issues with my pet, and TWICE contacted me and cared for...
Mark D.
Vinicius T.
Alexandria, VA
$19-49/hr
I love animals it would be a pleasure to take care of them, play, take them for a walk.
Vinicius can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Many persons that I worked with had pets, and I took care of them. I used to have many animals in the farm of my family.
Katty can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Kendra S.
Alexandria, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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.
Hi my name is Sydney and I am currently pursuing a masters in forensic psychology. While I do like exploring human behavior, my second love is animals. Animals provide a sense of love, warmth, security and friendship and I know how important those bonds are.
But, I know that we all love busy lives and sometimes you don't have...
Sydney can also help with: Pet walking
I am a reliable, knowledgeable and honest person I have extensive work experience in taking care of children but also in my childhood we had cats and dogs, since they were puppies to old age; a Colin Shepherd and Pit-bull.
They were cute dogs and well behaved. Here in United States I helped a friend with her dogs, she had 3...
Olga can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
I am good with cats and dogs. I have let pets out, walked, played, and fed them.
Serenna can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I have worked as a career nanny for over 8 year now and have fell in love with caring for children. While working for so many families I have met so many wonderful pets as well! Over time I fell more and more in love with the pets and began to care for them as well as the children. I do vacation pet sitting, either overnights or...
Cheyenne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Kaitlin F.
Alexandria, VA
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Looking for a part time dog walking job. Prefer 1 dog - can walk the same time everyday either in the mornings or afternoons. Focused on Old Town Alexandria and surrounding areas.
Kaitlin can also help with: Pet walking
I am a very passionate animal lover and would help to take care of your pets. I have a very hyperactive cat of my own. I have volunteered at dog and cat shelters for the past few years, including living in a dog sanctuary in Turkey with over 100 dogs. I am experienced with dog walking, feeding, playing, etc.
I love animals. I have two dogs of my own and like to spend a lot of time with them. I like to take them out on long walks during my free-time. I have pet-sit before for cats and dogs but preferably like dogs more. I am friendly and outgoing and believe these two traits are awesome in order to make the animal feel comfortable.
Iris can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Eliza B.
Alexandria, VA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am very comfortable around all animals, especially cats and dogs. I enjoy walking, feeding and playing with dogs. I have pet sat for several families since college.
Eliza can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I love dogs and cat I have 2 year experience with my on pets. I would like to sitter your pets. I can walk with them fed them and playing with then if you interested let me know thanks
Patricia Y.
Alexandria, VA
$12-20/hr
Hi!!
I have never formally pet-sat for anyone besides family but I have a lot of time on my hands and would love to be of help to someone in need. I'm comfortable with dogs and cats of any size/breed as long as they are friendly. I'm fine with watching them at home, taking them for a walk, feeding them, bathing them, and...
Valentina B.
Alexandria, VA
$20-23/hr
Responsible, Dedicated And Fun Babysitter Available Weekdays Mornings And Weekends!
Hello
I'm 24 years old. I'm from Colombia. I'm looking for a part time babysitter position or occasional babysitter. I'm available M-F 7:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and weekends in advance.
I consider myself a responsible, punctual, respectful, independent, cheerful and proactive person. I love being with kids and teach them how to...
Valentina can also help with: Pet walking
Mayara F.
Alexandria, VA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Mayara. I'm gentle, patient and I love pets. In my house we have 8 amazing cats and 1 lovely mouse. I have 3 dogs too Max, Jully and Fred (2 smalls and 1 medium) they were always a part of our family!
I will be a good caretaker because I care about the animals, I take care of them as if they were mine, with all...
Mayara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Alexandria, VA
Katherine F.
5.0
Katie was wonderful! She watched our two cats while we were away for a week. She came 4 days but also came an extra day because she thought the cats didn't get enough play time. I thought that was very thoughtful and caring for our fur babies. She even learned how to do the litter robot for the...
- Kayla M.
Elizabeth D.
5.0
I will definitely use Elizabeth again. My dog loved having her visit. It was helpful to receive photos and updates during Elizabeth's visit.
- Marjorie H.
Emily G.
5.0
Emily is fantastic. She absolutely loves dogs and will treat your pet like her own. She has watched my dog multiple times, and even come to my house to let him out on other occasions. My Dexter adores her. 5 stars!
- Care member
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.
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.
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How much do dog walkers charge near me in Alexandria, VA?
A local dog walker near you in Alexandria, VA will cost you an average of $16.25 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Alexandria, VA?
Care.com has 114 dog walkers offering services in Alexandria, VA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Alexandria 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 Alexandria to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Alexandria, VA worth it?
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 Alexandria, VA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Alexandria, VA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Alexandria, 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.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Alexandria, VA?
On Care.com, there are currently 114 dog walkers near you in Alexandria, 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.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Dog Walkers in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 114 listed dog walkers.