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Home pet sitting in McLean, VA
I am a rising junior at the University of Miami home for the summer. I have tons of experience dog walking and sitting. I have my own rescue dog that is anxious and reactive so I understand that every dog is different and the care that goes into them. I would love to help out with your pets.
Ava can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
I grew up with cats and dogs, caring for them from their kittenhood and puppyhood and into their golden years. I've also cared for the cats and dogs of various family members, walking and playing with them, feeding them, and dispensing medication. Currently, I have two 15-year-old kitties who have been my "ride-or-die" for most...
Elisabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have had pets my entire life and my dream is to start a homestead stead boarding facility on my own property. I want to gain more experience to build my resume for my future business.
Sophia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Ruby A.
McLean, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have German Shepard, a mix morky, 1 goffin cockatoo, a 1 Amazon Parrot. I used to have cats too for years. I do love animals and have very good experience taking care of them and having good conversations with them too. Yes I do love animals. I provide dog, cat, bird sitting at your own home. I can also perform baths. I don't...
Ruby can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I currently have two cats myself and have had cats and dogs on and off most of my life. Live in McLean and a stay at home mom with some time on my hands. I have had several jobs taking care of cats, dogs and salt water aquariums (feeding, not maintenance). Currently have three clients for the past 3/1/2 to 4 years and one for...
Tiffany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Claudia C.
Arlington, VA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience pet sitting and walking. I have worked informally for families as a dog sitter and I have worked professionally as a Dog Daycare Attendant at Dogtopia-Pittsburgh. I recently moved back to the DC metro area and am looking for part time work to supplement my income. Professionally, I work from...
Claudia can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Our dog was recently post-surgery and gets very anxious when we leave her but Claudia was able to adeptly handle all of these challenges and our dog showed no signs of separation anxiety while we were gone!"
Linda F.
5.0
(1)
Hello there! My name is Anna, and I am thrilled to offer my pet care services for your furry friends. Whether you have large or small animals, I am experienced in providing top-notch care right in the comfort of your own home. I have worked with families who have both cats and dogs, and I truly enjoy building connections with...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I wouldn't trust anyone else with my puppy! She kept my crazy puppy under control."
fiona A.
Hilda A.
Bethesda, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm a mommy to three cuddly pups. I have great references. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
Hilda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
4.9
(16)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
My mother and I provide pet sitting, dog walking, and personal assistant services as a team in the local area, and we are available to assist your family upon request. We live in North Chevy Chase, MD, and are available to travel to your home to provide services there or run your errands in your neighborhood. I am a high school...
Elena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Elena took great care of our Guinea pigs while we're on vacation. She was very responsive to messages and sent pictures each day."
Seth M.
4.1
(28)
Hired by 69 families in your neighborhood
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...
Linda can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"It is clear that really developing a relationship with us and our furry family members is top of mind for Linda. She listened clearly to all the little oddities we do for our pets and followed everything to the "t" and it has been obvious that we aren't just...
Jared G.
Beverly H.
Washington, DC
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Pet And House Sitter, Life-long Animal Lover
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up with cats and dogs in my family, and have been avid animal lover from a young age. During college I pet/house sat for my advisor and his two dogs and friendly cat. I currently live in a home with two cats, whom I adore. Happy to provide references upon request!
Beverly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 20 and attend the University of South Carolina. Growing up, my family always had some mixture of dogs and cats. Me and my siblings were responsible for walking the dogs, cleaning the cat litter, and feeding/caring for them all.
At home in Maryland our family has an old dog who needs a lot of help and...
Elena can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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.
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"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 while I was away!"
Anthony S.
Elizabeth V.
Kensington, MD
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter/House Sitter With Years of Experience And Excellent References
5.0
(2)
I cared for three cats in their Easton, MD home for nearly four years until their owner, K. moved to Texas. I had a key to her home and visited her cats daily when she was out of town. I also brought in the mail daily and sometimes shopped for cat food and other pet and household supplies. She was very happy with my services,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Elizabeth (Liz) joined us when my son was 3months old and cared for him full time for a year until he started daycare. We still do ask her for help sometimes on the weekends.
She has a caring personality that makes her a wonderful person to work with kids. As...
Preitha M.
Sheila V.
Annandale, VA
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog walking and sitting in your own home! I'm an experienced dog sitter with 4 years of experience. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages.
5.0
(27)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from the George Washington University with a BA International Affairs and Women's and an MA in American Studies. I currently work for a global advocacy non-profit in Washington DC as a global operations manager. I live in Washington DC and love everything that this city has to offer. Throughout my extensive...
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
"It is hard not to sound over the top about Christina's level of professionalism and attention to detail. She took great care of our two high-anxiety dogs, keeping us updated with messages and photos while we were away for a week. She also left the house spotless -...
Gretchen I.
Diana G.
Arlington, VA
$14-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home I am very experienced and familiar with dogs and cat for I am a owner of 2 cats and 2 frenchies (dogs) with that being said I know what its like to want the best for your Fur- babies so I will always treat and care for your pets as if they were my own. In my old neighborhood I use to take...
Diana can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, grooming, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Samantha A.
Alexandria, VA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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.
Sonia G.
Washington, DC
$18-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! Are you looking for a reliable, trustworthy and energetic dog walker? You found her!!
Im mature, responsible and loving. Fun and outdoorsy, your dogs will be kept safe, tired and happy with me.
I do dog walking or sitting at your home. I have a playful 1year old bulldog mix at home who I love to take for runs, on...
Sonia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Katarina M.
Falls Church, VA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katarina!
I've grew up at the farm, surrounded by many pets who have always been a big part of my life. I couldn't imagine my life not being surrounded by furry friends!
Currently, I'm working as a house manager, and part of my job is taking care of a puppy. I've also pet-sat for a lot of family and friends when...
Katarina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Katarina recently cared for my cat while I was gone for almost a week. She did a fantastic job. In fact, I think my cat was sorry to see me return and Katarina no longer come to play with him."
Eric S.
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in McLean, VA
Claudia C.
5.0
Our dog was recently post-surgery and gets very anxious when we leave her but Claudia was able to adeptly handle all of these challenges and our dog showed no signs of separation anxiety while we were gone!
- Linda F.
Anna S.
5.0
I wouldn't trust anyone else with my puppy! She kept my crazy puppy under control.
- fiona A.
Elena F.
5.0
Elena took great care of our Guinea pigs while we're on vacation. She was very responsive to messages and sent pictures each day.
- Seth M.
Linda L.
5.0
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 taken care of. We will definitely be hiring her again.
- Ellen B.
Madison K.
5.0
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 while I was away!
- Anthony S.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in McLean
In 2024, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in McLean, VA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in McLean, VA will cost an average of $16.20 per hour as of April 2024. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in McLean, VA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from McLean, VA on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 5 in home pet sitters in McLean, VA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in McLean, VA?
In home pet sitters in McLean, VA can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in McLean, VA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in McLean, VA, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in McLean, VA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in McLean, VA. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.