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Michelle C.

Pet Enthusiast :)

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello my name is Michelle, I am 27 years old, I absolutely love animals :) I have been taking care of my friends and family's pets for a couple of years now and I love it. I am the go to person when my friends or family need a pet sitter because I am dependable and I treat their pets as if they were my own kids.

Care Member says "Michelle is amazing!! I am a very protective dog’s mom and I only trust Michelle to take care of my little one. Last month, I had a two week trip and...

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Emma P.

Overnights, Walks, And Weekends!

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Young professional living in Columbia Heights looking for pet sitting gigs. Grew up with dogs and cats! Love all animals and can handle tough pets. I am willing to do overnights in your home! I have watched various pets across the city. I have a great and consistent track record - check out my reviews! :) My skills include...

Care Member says "Emma did a fantastic job taking care of my dog and cat. I was traveling internationally for 10 days and was nervous since it was their first time being...

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Samantha M.

Experienced Pet Care

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
9 years experience
Administration of medicine
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
Nothing brings me more joy than spending time with animals. Growing up I had everything from dogs and cats to birds and guinea pigs. I have over 10 years of professional experience as a certified dog trainer, veterinary assistant, and pet sitter. When your pet is under my care I ensure they are treated with the utmost respect,...

Care Member says "Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make my pup wag...

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Ansley J.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your home as well as dog walking services! I have grown up with dogs all my life and in my free time I volunteered with local animal shelters in the last few years - walking the dogs, feeding, and just keeping them company :) I am a huge animal person and would love to meet and take care of yours!

Caroline S. says "fabulous & reliable - my kids and golden retriever loved her!"

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Veronica C.

Cat Sitter

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$39/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
+ 1 more
Salutations! I'm a retired nurse & empty nester(!). I work from home remotely and have about 5-15 hours a week to spare. I prefer helping out occasionally - think vacations, daily sitting etc. I don't have the availability for full time continuous daily assistance. Although, my hours posted give a wider window, my availability...

Care Member says "I’m so glad Veronica was there to help me for the family party. She was so warm and attentive and became part of the family. Everyone loved her.i live...

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Sydney K.

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, My name is Sydney. I've grown up with pets. My parents are veterinarians so I've had just about every animal. I spent the summer in Houston doing an internship and spent two weeks dog and house sitting. I really enjoyed that experience and would like to continue to watch people's pets.
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Allison K.

Cat Sitter

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I currently have two cats of my own, and have fostered six cats in the past. I love working with animals and would love to spend time not only helping with basic needs (feeding, cleaning litter box, refilling water) but also playing and providing enrichment while you're away!
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Sarah H.

Dog And Cat Lover

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
dog training
Hello! :) I'm happy to provide care for: All nationalities, heritages, fully vaxed, and LGBTQ. I have been pet sitting since I was in my single digits for my neighbors and family members growing up. I have experience with 2-month-old puppies to senior dogs, toy breeds to large breeds, as well as caring for 20 dogs at a time at...

Dave G. says "Sarah was thorough and flexible in her assessment questions to determine the needs of our high energy and smart Aussie Shepard mix... She sent lots of good...

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Beverly H.

Experienced Pet And House Sitter, Life-long Animal Lover

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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!
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Quinn H.

Excellent Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I absolutely love animals, I have experience with aggressive, shy, and extremely active pets. I don't shy away from big or small animals. I can watch multiple pets at a time.
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Vernae R.

Social Worker Looking To Give And Receive A Little Love

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am social worker in the DMV and am looking to offer pet care around my work schedule. Unfortunately, I do not have the space for a pet of my own right now but would love to support your family care for your pets. Most of my pet care experience comes from caring for pets in the homes of chidden I sit for (check out my...

Ashley M. says "Vernae was my post-partum doula and did an excellent job on overnight visits with my newborn daughter. She made sure I was able to sleep through the...

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Hannah B.

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have had animals my whole life; dogs, cats, horses, even exotic animals and reptiles. I love animals and have always had a bond with them since I was little, I began dog walking when I was 13 and then dog sitting/cat sitting.
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Shannon E.

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
I am very experienced with many different types of pets, but dogs are my specialty! I had an assortment of pets my entire life including dogs, birds, reptiles, amphibians and rodents. Currently, I have two dogs that love other dogs as well. I am more than willing to pet sit in your home, or take dogs in my own home. I look...
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Leah K.

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Leah, and I've been pet sitting for six years. My mother is a veterinarian, so I have specialized in sitting for special needs/ill/elderly animals. Comfortable giving fluids, injections, medications, and familiar with the ins and outs of sick pet life.
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Alicia C.

Tutoring, Babysitting, Pet Sitting

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Alicia. I graduated with my Bachelor's Degree in History with a minor in Social Work in 2021 and am now pursuing my Master's in Social Work. My passion for education and love of children has enabled me to successfully tutor children in English and History since 2018 both virtually and in person. I am also...
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Maya M.

Looking To Pet-sit! Flexible With Any Type Of Animal. Public Transit Accessible.

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Super flexible and open to odd jobs! Whether it is pet-sitting, childcare, cleaning, cooking, errands, tutoring, etc. I have been assisting people with babysitting, petsitting, personal assistance, and housework throughout high school, university, and graduate school. Happy to care for any type of pets. I do not have a car but...
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Maibelin M.

Pet Sitting!

Washington, DC

from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Loving & Experienced Pet Sitter | Dog Walking & Cat Visits I have years of experience caring for dogs and cats, including pet sitting, dog walking, and cat visits. I genuinely love spending time with animals and making sure they feel happy, safe, and well cared for. I'm a patient, energetic, and fun-loving person who enjoys...
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Rachel S.

Looking To Pet Sit!

Washington, DC

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi!! My name is Rachel and I'm a student at the George Washington University, but I'm originally from just outside of Boston, Massachusetts. For most of my life I've been around pets and taken care of them as I've had cats and dogs. I also have babysat for several families with pets as well as pet sat for dogs. Don't hesitate to...
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Alexandra A.

Experienced Dog Sitting

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I'm Alex! I love animals and have had many family dogs growing up! I just moved back to the DC area from Texas and I am currently working part-time so my schedule is very flexible! My step mom founded a pet care company and my family is opening up a location in Florida so I have a lot of experience dog sitting and walking...
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Niny H.

Dog sitting

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I have worked for 2 years, walking dogs of different ages. Creating a relationship of trust and love. I provide their food, and follow the rules of each one.
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  • 274 pet sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.50/hr as of September 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet sitters is 5.0

Recent pet sitter reviews from local parents in Washington, DC

Pet Sitters in Washington, DC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 274 listed pet sitters

Michelle C.

Michelle is amazing!! I am a very protective dog’s mom and I only trust Michelle to take care of my little one. Last month, I had a two week...

- Care member

Emma P.

Emma did a fantastic job taking care of my dog and cat. I was traveling internationally for 10 days and was nervous since it was their first...

- Care member

Samantha M.

Samantha is amazing! Her level of compassion and care is out of this world. She is so knowledgeable about dog behavior and knows how to make...

- Care member

FAQs for finding pet sitters in Washington, DC

Hiring a pet sitter in Washington, DC will cost an average of $18.50 per hour as of September, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Washington that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.

Pet sitters in Washington, DC can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.

You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Washington. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 274 pet sitters in Washington, DC, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

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