Explore background-checked pet care in Arlington, VA and find loving care for your furry friend.

Top Pet Care Providers in Arlington, VA
Caitlin S. says "Whitney took care of my dog while I was out of town and she did an excellent job. She made sure my dog was fed, walked, played with etc. Overall, Whitney...
Angie H. says "Meron was a cat sitter sent from heaven. She was so great with my cat who, frankly, requires a lot of high maintenance. She took my instructions without...
Elizabeth W. says "Karen is the most caring, sweetest and easiest cat sitter I have ever had. She is so helpful and accommodating and most of all, she genuinely cares for...
fiona A. says "I wouldn't trust anyone else with my puppy! She kept my crazy puppy under control."
Brad S. says "Incredible individual and professional. Best in the Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. Amazing is the most accurate description. My dog loves her so...
Care Member says "Know her as a well loved and caring neighbor. I live across the street. She is always available and ready to assist me (senior) in any way she can. "
Lauren R. says "Jackie did a great job looking after my pet rabbit while I was out of town. She communicated with me throughout the whole process and took great care of...
Care Member says "Valeria was really attentive with both my dog and with me. I would text around every hour to ask how it was going and i was always responded to with...
Tar V. says "Thanks Miriam for keeping our kitties happy and cared for while we were gone for a week!"
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257 pet care are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $16.23/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0
Pet Care in Arlington, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 257 listed pet care
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The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.23 per hour as of January 2026. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
There are 257 pet care providers in Arlington, VA offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Arlington or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Arlington, VA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Arlington, VA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Arlington, VA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Arlington, VA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Arlington, VA, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Arlington, VA, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.