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Sydney S.

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I am a current undergraduate college student who loves animals. I have 3 years of experience pet sitting but have grown up taking care of animals. I would love to discuss more if interested :)
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Trustworthy Pet, House,and Baby Sitter Available

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
A lot of my previous childcare expierence had been working at various (mostly centered around arts and humanities) camps as a counselor and educator in both high school and college. The age group I worked most with is 5-12 but also have some expierence caring for toddlers. I do also have tutoring expierence in mostly English and...
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Dog And Cat Loving Young Professional

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and grew up pet-sitting and taking care of my own pets. I would love to provide care for your furry friend!
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Dog Walker/Pet Sitter - Loves Animals!

Washington, DC

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I am looking for extra work while I am in grad school and interning. I have a lot of experience caring for cats, dogs, and fish, and most importantly, I love pets!
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Hannah M.'s Photo

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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Lucy M.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
Hi my name is Lucy! I've had dogs and cats in my family for 18+ years but after peacefully putting our most recent pup down, I've enjoyed walking, sitting, and boarding for neighbors and other family members. Since recently moving to South Burlington, I would love to branch out and offer my services on this platform. I have...
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Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I adore animals and have several years of experience taking care of my own dog as well as pet sitting!
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Kenzie P.'s Photo

Experienced Pet Sitter Looking To Expand :)

Washington, DC

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Hello! I am a 24-year-old clinical specialist who works in neurosurgery with robotics! I am looking to pet sit the days and weekends I am home for work. I have worked on farms, dog boarding facilities all throughout high school and college, and I have had 5 horses, 4 dogs, and 5 cats in my life. I am the biggest animal lover and...
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Kaitlyn M.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
I provide dog and cat sitting! I have been pet sitting for about 4 years and have experience giving medication, if required. I love all animals and would love to care for your pet!
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College Student And Part Time Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have had pets my whole life, ranging from cats, dogs, chickens, ducks, horses, and fish, and have cared regularly for all of them. I have pet sit for what feels like a zoo, including but not limited to cats, dogs, rabbits, and reptiles, so I have no problem, and am eager to work with any animals you may have in your family. I...
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Alannah P.'s Photo

Dog Sitter And Walker

Washington, DC

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi I am Alannah, a dedicated pet sitter who has grown up surrounded by animals. I have ample experience caring for my neighbors' dogs and cats while they're away, and am well-versed in providing attentive and loving pet care. I have my own car, making it convenient to come to your home and ensure your furry friends are well...
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Erika A.'s Photo

Animal Lover

Washington, DC

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
My name is Erika , Im 27 yo, and I have more than 10 years of experience taking care of dogs, cats , hamsters , birds and fishes, I can offer dog waking , pet sitting , and pet transportation :)
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Amelia K.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Grew up with dogs and cats. Experienced pet sitter and dog walker! Willing to pet sit, feed, walk, spend time with, or administer medication to your pets while you are away!
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Xiomara S.'s Photo

Pet Sitter

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
I'm friendly person with the animals, I love the animals, I had cat, dog, fish and birds. I'm responsable and patient.
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Savannah W.'s Photo

Experienced Dog Caretaker

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting, or care-taking for other small animals, in your own home! I primarily have experience with dogs, as I grew up with Rottweilers as our family pets! I personally own a 1-year-old Australian Shepherd as well, and love working with dogs of all sizes. I also have experience with small birds, hamsters, guinea...
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Bianca K.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a compassionate and dependable pet sitter with a genuine love for animals of all shapes and sizes. Whether your furry friend needs a walk, playtime, cuddles, or simply someone to keep them company, I'm here to help. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, and small pets, and I understand how important it is to follow your...
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Camila M.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi ! My name is Camila, and I'd love the opportunity to help care for your pet. I have experience working with families and their pets, and I'm very comfortable with feeding, walking, playtime, and giving them lots of attention. I also have my own car, so transportation is never an issue. Could you tell me a bit more about your...
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Julianna F.'s Photo

Animal Lover At Your Service!

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Daily feeding
boarding
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I've had a lot of experience caring for canine and feline friends alike. I've worked as a dog walker mostly, but I've also had a few house sitter positions that required me to look after animals for extended periods of time. I also grew up in a family that loved adopting any and all wandering animals that ended up on our...
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Audrey E.'s Photo

Energetic Animal Lover!

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have grown up around cats and dogs my whole life and throughout college worked with pet care service app, a dog walking/sitting app that allowed me to help and love all types of animals! I am ready to take your pup on a hike, cuddle with kittens, and watch over your fur babies while you take a vacation! Let me know how I can...
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Adriana D.'s Photo

Experienced Animal Caregiver

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
20 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
I'm a lifelong pet owner who started pet sitting at an early age and never really stopped. I have experience with a wide variety of animals including dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, and birds. I'm happy to care for giant dog breeds, as well as sensitive or special needs pets. Exotics are also welcome. I've been pet sitting in DC...
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  • 271 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

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 271 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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