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Find dog sitters in Alexandria, VA that you’ll love

94 dog sitters are listed in Alexandria, VA

The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 4 years

Dog sitters in Alexandria, VA

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Kezya C.


Alexandria, VA

$8-13/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Dog Sitting

I provide dog sitting. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and age.
Kezya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Jessica M.


Alexandria, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Trustworthy Cleaner/ Cook Prep/ Assistant/ Pet Sitter

Provided thorough, efficient cleaning services customized to client preference. Perform heavy cleaning duties such as cleaning floors, glass, vacuum carpets, and sweep floors, dishes, clean or supply restrooms toiletries and appliances, change bed linens. I also have skills and experience cooking, meal preparation, I can run...
Jessica can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Jessica is amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our children in her care. She is knowledgeable, flexible and very caring. She also helped us with doing all the laundry and cooking healthy meals for our kids. She’s amazing! "

Care member

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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, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking
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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Jancy M.


Alexandria, VA

$11-20/hr7 yrs exp

Dog Boarding

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there, my name is Jancy. I am a pet sitter and offer dog boarding while you're away :) I have been working with dogs for several years as a dog walker, dog sitter, and as a kennel supervisor/veterinary assistant in at an Animal Hospital. Currently, I only dog boarding. We also have two dogs and two cats that know the...
Jancy can also help with: Boarding
Hi My name is Karla and I'm located in Alexandria area. I have experience with pet sitting for over 2 years and I'd love to help! I have a dog myself and I've always loved animals in general.
Karla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Olivia C.


Alexandria, VA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun For Everyone!

I have had dogs and cats my entire life (and horses the last few years!) and very much consider myself a dog dependent person. I fostered a dog during COVID and have looked after friends' pets while away. Since I'm dogless right now, sometimes I find myself at the dog park just to see the pups :) I'm happy to stay at your home...
Olivia can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Hi, my name is Hiwetay H., I have always loved animals and have spent my 22 years (and counting) on this earth trying to introduce a pet into my family home and may die trying. I have been able to pet sit while babysitting and nannying children and discovered how much I enjoy it and was prompted to pet sitting! I hope to help...
Hiwetay can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Zainab J.


Alexandria, VA

$22-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello!

Hello! I'm Zainab and I would love to care for your pet! I have experience sitting for cats and dogs. I also have my own little pet hamster :)
Zainab can also help with: Pet sitting
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Riyana G.


Alexandria, VA

$11-16/hr

Tail Wags Guaranteed

I would love to give your pet a great day!! I've always had dogs, so I'm very comfortable walking, pet sitting, doing basic grooming (brushing, bathing).
Riyana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Marlee F.


Alexandria, VA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Dog Walker/ Dog Sitter Available

Hello! I grew up with a golden retriever which is where I discovered my love for dogs! I have taken care of my pup as well as occasionally walked and pet sat for various families while they were out of town. I am a teacher in VA and will be living down in Fenwick Island, DE for the summer and would love to fulfill your dog...
Marlee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have 5 dogs of my own. I am very capable of caring for dogs. I can sit, walk, and or administer meds.
Deirdre can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Samantha A.


Alexandria, VA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love animals and have had plenty of expierence with all sorts of pets, from Hamsters and rats to cats and dogs.
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sam is such a wonderful pet sitter. My animals took to her so quickly and she is just so loving towards animals. She's been the best pet sitter I've hired so far."

Debbie E.

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Yordanose A.


Alexandria, VA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/pet-sitter

I have a lot of great experience working with kids as a Behavior Therapist, Counselor, Child Advocate and Mentor/Tutor. I'm CPR/First Aid/Aed and MAT certified, and consider myself to be an honest, reliable and trustworthy individual. I currently own one dog and have owned 3 birds. Most of my experience pet-sitting comes from...
Yordanose can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding
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Kelly B.


Alexandria, VA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Dog Sitter FOR ANY OCCASION!

Reliable DOG SITTER, THAT WILL WALK DOGS, DOG SIT, and has 5 years of relevant experience!! Will travel independently to your home. Open availability on weekends and available in the evenings
Kelly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Maria C.


Alexandria, VA

$12-17/hr

Passional Dog Sitter

Hi! My name is Ale. I'm a huge animal lover. Since I was a kid I was very into animals, I am caring and loving, I love to play with them, walk them and try new things with them. When I was in my country I got a pitbull dog which was very energetic, I learned a lot about her, I used to walk her and to be around her all time. I am...
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Chase G.


Alexandria, VA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Pet-sitter Here To Relieve Your Stress!

Hello! My name is Chase, and I have been a part-time pet sitter for the past 4 years. My experience includes dogs as large as 150-lbs to 10-lbs, cats, birds, and small furry friends. Additionally, my experience includes administering various medications to pets. I am very comfortable around all animals, gentle, patient,...
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Shane C.


Alexandria, VA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Shanè. I have an immense love for dogs, both big and small. I expertise more in dog walking and dog sitting! I've been a dog walker for over 2 years. I've been dog sitting a big friendly German Shepherd for the last 3 months, sadly my time with him had to come to an end. I'm very patient and loving. If you are open to...
Shane can also help with: Pet walking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I can provide dog sitting in your own home or mine. I'm starting to offer this service, however I've had multiple dogs for more than 10 years, and I truly love dogs and cats as well!! I have taken care of my neighbors' cats in the past, so I also have experience in this field.
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Nikki W.


Alexandria, VA

$8-20/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable College Student!

I am 20 years old and a sophomore at George Mason University. I have grown up with pets and animals all my life. I am currently a certified sitter on Rover and have been providing pet care services on there for 2 years now. I am comfortable with any size and any age animal you may have! I have the most experience with dogs and...
Nikki can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I'm 22 years old and currently enrolled at Howard University. I'm pursuing my BS in Biology which I will use to attend vet school. I currently have a full time job as vet technician and would love to watch over you pet/pets while I am free. Even though I do work , my availability is very flexible since me and my partner have...
Lanisha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Alexandria, VA

Jessica M.

5.0

Jessica is amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our children in her care. She is knowledgeable, flexible and very caring. She also helped us with doing all the laundry and cooking healthy meals for our kids. She’s amazing!

- 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.

Samantha A.

5.0

Sam is such a wonderful pet sitter. My animals took to her so quickly and she is just so loving towards animals. She's been the best pet sitter I've hired so far.

- Debbie E.

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Dog Sitters in Alexandria, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 94 listed dog sitters.