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Julia J.

Poolesville, MD

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and have grown up with several pets in the home, and currently have my sweet pal Oscar, a black cat. I've never had a dog but have plenty of experience sitting while families go on vacation and need their pup to have a companion, and am happy to walk and play with your dog! Whether you need me to take care of your...
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Tyler M.

Reston, VA

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have always loved caring for animals and have had many of my own over the years. I love all animals and have experience with even the most exotic pets. I am a very active and loving care giver. I can also bath and provide light grooming for pets, take dogs on walks or to the park, and...
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Traci J.

Part-Time Pet Care Available

Ashburn, VA

from
$35/hr
8 years experience
Daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been house sitting, dog sitting and cat sitting for various people for the last 20 years. I have the most experience with dogs, but have sat for cats and other household pets. I prefer to stay in the Ashburn/Leesburg/Aldie area but would consider other areas. My In Home Overnight care includes evening, dinner, nighttime...
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Kelly G.

Dog Boarding/sitting In My Home Or Yours!

Ashburn, VA

from
$13/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
Hello! I have worked with dogs since I was 15 years old and have been a dog owner my whole life! I worked at a vet/ pet hotel and learned many things about dog behavior and health! I am offering pet boarding/ sitting/ daycare in my home or yours! I have lots of experience and absolutely adore dogs and will love yours :)
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Mary C.

Part-Time & Full-Time Caregiving Available

Vienna, VA

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$14/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am available to provide pet sitting in your own home. I have about 6 years of experience. I have previously pet-sat for weeks at a time. I have three large standard poodles myself. I am comfortable with dogs of any breed/size.
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Shahnaz E.

House & Pet Sitter

Reston, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there, I'm a local caregiver that is also a house & pet sitter. I have been taking care of people's homes and loved ones-- including pets, for 10 years.
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Angie V.

Rockville, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have extensive experience with pets as I grew up with a lovely Labrador. Also, I always have been around dogs back home, I love to spend time with them playing, feeding them and taking them out for a walk. I also worked as an Au Pair for two years where I cared for the families pets.
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Hilda A.

Bethesda, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
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.
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Cheri S.

Part-Time Pet Care Giver And Sitter

Fairfax Station, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I am a licensed veterinary technician who absolutely LOVES working with animals, and can't get enough - which is precisely why I am here. I would love the opportunity to serve you and your pet when you may need a night out on the town, or have some business out of town to attend to. I am always reachable, and will give the same...

Care Member says "Cheri is very professional, kind, reliable, and always shows upon time. She’s also wonderful to my kittens and very responsive with communication....

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Sheila V.

Annandale, VA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.
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Elizabeth V.

Pet Sitter/House Sitter With Years of Experience And Excellent References

Kensington, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
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,...

Preitha M. says "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...

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Elena F.

Experienced Pet Care Provider

Chevy Chase, MD

4.9(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Care Member says "Elena has been pet sitting my dog and 2 cats over the last two years. She is especially experienced in caring for older pets and administering medicine...

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Katarina M.

Falls Church, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Eric S. says "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...

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Jessica B.

My Name Is Jessica And I Am 34 Years Old. I Have Been Working At Veterinary Hospitals Since I Was 16

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I started working at my first veterinary hospital and now after 15 years working in the industry I am at a specialty practice in Germantown which I love. I have been a veterinary technician for over 28 years and could never do anything else. Pet sitting fulfills the rest of my life and makes me feel complete. I have over 15...

Care Member says "Amazing customer services and she has always been so caring and loving with my dog. She goes above and beyond to help her clients and I'm so happy to...

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Linda I.

Awesome Dog Sitter....Available For You!

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide loving dog sitting services in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I was recently called a dog whisperer so you know your pooch will always be taken care of when I am in charge. Contact me ASAP so I can help your dog when you can't be there. PS: I am allergic to cats.
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Paiwan G.

Loving Pet Sitter!

Manassas, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi there! I love pets and I have lots of experience taking care of animals as I have a farm and I also have my own pets at home. I understand all the requirements and love that your pets will need from me. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask!
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Michelle L.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
Growing up, I have always had a deep love for animals, especially dogs. With pets being a constant presence in my life, I can't think of a better way to spend my free time than caring for and enjoying the company of your beloved pets. In addition to my passion for animal care, I am also a part-time student at a local college,...
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Tatiana B.

Responsible Pet Care - Loves Animals

Bristow, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I love to be around animals and play with them or just keep them company. I am willing to walk dogs or pet sit in general, I know that leaving a pet at home alone for long periods of time can be stressful so I would be happy to help out with any need you may have for your pets while you are otherwise occupied.
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Hannah M.

Washington, DC

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
My partner and I provide bird sitting in your own home. We are animal lovers who grew up with a plethora of pets, including dogs, rabbits, birds, chinchillas, fish, rats, Madagascan hissing cockroaches (don't ask), and more. We currently have 8 fish, a Blue Fronted Amazon parrot - Nemo, and a pit mix - Luna. Together, we have a...
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Luz C.

Pet Care

Montgomery Village, MD

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$18/hr
6 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 6 years of experience. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent home pet sitting reviews from local parents in Sterling, VA

Home Pet Sitting in Sterling, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting

Cheri S.

Cheri is very professional, kind, reliable, and always shows upon time. She’s also wonderful to my kittens and very responsive with...

- Care member

Elizabeth V.

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...

- Preitha M.

Elena F.

Elena has been pet sitting my dog and 2 cats over the last two years. She is especially experienced in caring for older pets and...

- Care member

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Sterling

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Sterling, VA will cost an average of $13.00 per hour as of July 2025. 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.

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Sterling, 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 2 in home pet sitters in Sterling, VA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Sterling, 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.

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Sterling, 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.

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Sterling, 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.

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