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I have a 70lb golden retriever/St. Bernard mix of my own. I am willing to provide dog sitting in your home or my own. I love dogs of all sizes. I am willing to take your dog on walks/visit dog parks/ trails!
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have 2 dogs and two cats. I love my fur babies. I am happy to open my home to help watch your fur babies!
Cassidy can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Lauren P.
Windsor, VA
$11-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Lauren and I have about 8 years experience with animals. When I was growing up we had a lhasa apso. I volunteered at the Isle of Wight County Animal Shelter while I was in high school, that's where I also adopted my own dog. During my high school years I also worked on a farm where I helped care for cattle,...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Emily H.
Carrollton, VA
$12-20/hr
I would love to watch your fur baby/babies! I have never done professional dog sitting however I have watched family and neighbors dogs when they go out of town! I would love to spend some time with your doggie! Hope to hear back soon :)
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have had dogs and cats for years and will help you take care of yours! Walking and sitting with dogs and cats whenever you might need some extra help.
Megan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hello, my name is Alexandria. I grew up taking care of and owned many animals throughout my life. I've had a Dog, cat, hamster, and fish, and I currently own a rabbit. I've watched birds, snakes, and turtles too. I love animals. I am a very vibrant and fun pet owner. Activities include walking, playing with toys, and sitting and...
Alexandria can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! Hello! I am a college graduate with a bachelor's in Art History from Virginia Commonwealth University as well as an Associate's of Applied Science in general studies from Tidewater Community College. I am looking for pet sitting needs. I have experience dog, cat, bunny, and fish sitting for 6 years. I will be available...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting
I am a huge pet lover. I am a single mom looking for ways to help others while making additional money. I have a pretty flexible schedule. I am unable to sit dogs in my home.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Samantha and I am home from college looking for pet care opportunities. I have pet sit for over 5 years and I am comfortable with all animal breeds. I have also volunteered over 20 hours at the my colleges local SPCA where I deal with all types of animals focusing on dog walking and cat play. In my current pet...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"The interview process went amazingly well! She came organized and prepared and ready to meet our family's needs.
She did a great job caring for my dog while I was out of town.
She communicated with me to let me know how my dog was doing and that she was taken...
Nakanisha S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm interested in helping you and your furry friends find a reliable person to take great care while you are away! I can help with Animal sitting , Dog walking, Baths , or little get outs with your furry friends! I have dogs of my own that are treated like kings. I have been animal sitting for 5 years now, also have completed an...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, grooming, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Kaitlyn is trust-worthy, always on time, reports to us as requested and treats our dog well. "
Christine A.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Augusta and I am 20 years old. I am currently attending Old Dominion University and I am looking to care for children/animals for extra money to help me pay for things for college. I am very comfortable with any size/breed dogs and I also love cats. Thank you for your time.
Augusta can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had years of experience sitting for cats and dogs. I have raised orphan kittens and worked for a veterinarian for 3 years. I can also administer medications, for example, oral/injection. I have two cats of my own. I can take care of large dogs if they have a back yard to run around in. I am not able to walk large dogs but...
Donna can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Donna is an excellent care giver. She is sincerely concerned about the well being of the pets. She spends time with them when she comes by to feed them, which is something that my pets desire a lot. She makes sure that they get the loving and human interaction...
Tina S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Mack I have been dog/cat sitting for a year now. I have 2 dogs myself at home as well as a fish.
5.0
(1)
I am an animal lover who's owned dogs my whole life. Currently 2 big fur babies (American bully and pure breed American bull dog) also have experience with cats, fish, lizards. I love all animals. I am willing to help anyway I can.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
4.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I love all animals and want to take care of and play with yours. I've had a cat for about 5 years now so I've got plenty of experience. I've been boarding dogs and cats since Septemberish of 2021 or so and it's going great! It's so nice to be able to help someone out and get to hang out with their pet. I take them on daily...
Marissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
4.0
"She was super flexible and able to meet last minute which is helpful to those of us with busy and changing schedules. And she stayed past bed time to watch our daughter which was amazing!"
Morgan W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting! I have cared for dogs of all sizes, cats, fish, birds, pocket pets, and horses.
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We hired Taylor to use on a recurring basis, and she ended up working well for both myself and a family member. Taylor has been coming to walk my two dogs multiple times per week. Taylor is friendly, punctual, and keeps in contact with us about her interactions...
Natalie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Ellise. I have been around dogs basically ever since I was born, from German Shepherds to Rottweilers, Poodles, Labradors, Dachshunds, Yorkies, and other mixed dogs that my family have rescued so I already had some knowledge on how to treat and care for dogs with different personalities, sizes, and breeds. Currently...
Ellise can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Great communication, followed instructions, and was nice enough to send pictures at each visit."
Raquel V.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Marie from Yorktown. I believe animals are people too! There has NEVER been a time in my life when I didn't share my life and home with dogs and cats (and a variety of other critters). Sorry, NO snakes or spiders please! When I sit for your babies, I care for them the way I want someone to care for my own babies.
I...
C Marie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Ahlaya T.
Portsmouth, VA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Ahlaya and I have been dog sitting for 4 years now. I have taken care of fish, to dogs and cats. I look forward to meeting you!
Ahlaya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Smithfield, VA
Samantha B.
5.0
The interview process went amazingly well! She came organized and prepared and ready to meet our family's needs.
She did a great job caring for my dog while I was out of town.
She communicated with me to let me know how my dog was doing and that she was taken care of. Usually my dog gets...
- Nakanisha S.
Kaitlyn W.
5.0
Kaitlyn is trust-worthy, always on time, reports to us as requested and treats our dog well.
- Christine A.
Donna J.
5.0
Donna is an excellent care giver. She is sincerely concerned about the well being of the pets. She spends time with them when she comes by to feed them, which is something that my pets desire a lot. She makes sure that they get the loving and human interaction that they need. I have one cat who...
- Tina S.
Marissa D.
4.0
She was super flexible and able to meet last minute which is helpful to those of us with busy and changing schedules. And she stayed past bed time to watch our daughter which was amazing!
- Morgan W.
Taylor C.
5.0
Taylor is fantastic. She took the time to play with our dogs daily and sent videos while we were gone. She is kind, punctual, great with animals and people. We would definitely hire Taylor again and recommend her to others.
- Kim B.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Smithfield, VA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Smithfield, VA?
Dog sitters near you in Smithfield, VA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Smithfield, VA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Smithfield, VA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Smithfield, VA is $13.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Smithfield, VA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Smithfield, VA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Smithfield, VA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Smithfield, VA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Smithfield, VA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Smithfield, VA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.