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Sitter Profile Image: Emily M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

About: I've been caring for dogs since 2017 when I began watching my roommates two large dogs. I adopted my sweet Pit-bull, Speck in 2019 and had her until 2023 when she was unfortunately put down. As her mobility began to decline, I developed more patience and became better with time management. I am happy to sacrifice for a pet that requires me getting up extra early, taking things slow, or even carrying them upstairs. I work FT onsite M-F, but will always prioritize a pet that I'm watching. Fortunately my work is flexible and I am able to drop in during my break to take the dog(s) out. Pets are welcome on the furniture as it's covered. My two cats are kept in a different room while other pets are staying with me. There are child locks on the cabinets in the kitchen as my cats are tricksters. The neighborhood is quiet so there shouldn't be much noise if your pet is anxious.

Sitter Profile Image: Marian M.
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Marian M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

Amazing as always! Took such great care of our pets and had superb attention to detail. Thank you so much for having my baby boys again

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Serene G.
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Kendall S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20191

Kendall was very attentive and patient with Wookie and Butter Scotch. She definitely went the extra mile for them and was quick to communicate any issues. Highly recommended

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Gabriel J.
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Allegra F.
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$30
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4.8 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

I had to go out of town last minute and was so happy that Allegra was able to come for Waffles! She was on time and communicative. She also did things I forgot to ask her to, like feed her! So happy she knew that she needed that and took the initiative.

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Danielle M.
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Bradi S.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

Bradi was great with communication and navigating the needs of my apartment complex. Cats had a great time!

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Lindsay G.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
14 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20194

Our pet Buddy takes time to meet new people. But when Buddy met Carl for the first time, he sniffed Carl and instantly connected with him and enjoyed Carl’s company. The next time we are in need of a pet sitter, we will definitely call Carl again.

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Sudha M.
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Julia C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

Julia is very responsive and sends lots of pictures. My boy and I are very happy with her!

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Erin A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

Erin was amazing for dropping in to check on our cat, Kylo! She was thorough, kind, and communicative. We will be using her in the future whenever she is available! 11/10 !

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Sitter Profile Image: Lydia B.
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Lydia B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20171

Lydia is fantastic. She is highly professional, organized, and punctual. She documented my dog’s behavior and made sure she was well taken care of. Most importantly: my dog loved her. It is obvious that Lydia has years of experience and I would recommend her to anyone!

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Eva J.
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Kristen B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
12 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

Kristen is incredible! She takes such good care of the pups, is always responsive, and leaves a great impression on the pups every time she visits. We will absolutely be booking with Kristen in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Abigail B.
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Abigail B.
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$15
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10 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

About: Experience caring for neighborhood dogs and cats, including walking, feeding, and playing. Former associate of Petsmart’s Pet Hotel. There, I cared for boarded dogs individually and by surveying doggie day camps (groups of 10-15 dogs). I also cared for cats staying at Petsmart. Morning, afternoon, and evening availability during the week. Full availability on weekends. However, willing to adapt and provide the best care possible for your pets. I live with three well-behaved cats that are well-fed and well played with. When dogsitting for others, I follow the owners guidelines and have experience in walking, fenced yard time, and crating.

Sitter Profile Image: Alan P.
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Alan P.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews
39 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20191

Alan was requested last min. and was still able to accommodate my crazy last min planning. My Nola, is a medium size 8month old pitty. She's stuborn, yet sweet as can be, she feels intittled to belly rubs especially from new faces. Nola, tends to get annoyingly over excited with all new faces. She still has a leash pulling and jumping matter we are adressing in her dog academy training, non of those annoyances seemed to phase Alan one bit. He even came the same day I requested his services to meet Nola (all very last min.). I appreciate his flexibility, time managment, and most importantly communication curiosity (quick response time). I'm a single mother of an autistic little ball of 10yr old hyper sunshine 🌞 ... aswell as a full time Private Care for elderly and sick. Both work and personal life are very demanding. My son has been coming to work with me all last and this summer break. Alan made our summer end better with his services! I was finally able to take my son to Hershey Park, tickets which ive had since April. Bless you Alan! #dogsaver #worththebooking #verypleased #bookagainsoon

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Sitter Profile Image: Asher W.
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Asher W.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20190

About: I love all animals but specifically cats and dogs. I've had cats my whole life and I've cared for my friends dogs the past few years. If training your dog to do tricks is something you're interested in let me know! I'm happy to help. My schedule is very flexible so please message me so that we can work out a date and time, I'm free basically any time except for Wednesday 1-2 pm. I love giving animals plenty of attention and love. Im very patient with animals no matter how aggressive they are, and I'm always calm around nervous animals. If training is something you would like me to do please message me so we can talk about the details!

Sitter Profile Image: Michelle P.
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Michelle P.
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$14
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10 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

About: I’ve had a heart for animals since I was a kid, and that love has only grown! From finned friends like fish to turtles, lizards, bunnies, horses, and dogs, I've cared for them all! Currently my primary focus at home is my senior dog, my five year old husky, and the horses at my local farm that I volunteer with weekly. I promise to look after your pets as if they were my own. I'm currently working full time in office. I am available before 8am and after 4pm MON - FRI and during the weekends to care for your pets. Additionally, depending on your location and needs, I can be available mid day for a drop in, walk, etc. if needed during the week. I prioritize safety, comfort, and consistency when caring for pets. I focus on building trust by moving at each pet’s pace, using positive reinforcement, and respecting boundaries.

Sitter Profile Image: Paige D.
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Paige D.
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$13
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10 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

About: I’ve taken care of my own cat and dog my whole life. I recently got a puppy so I can take care of younger and older dogs! Family and friends have relied on me for care for years. I will be in Malvern PA staying with family on break from Virginia Tech from May 14ish to May 25ish. Let’s talk about scheduling! I also provide babysitting services!!! I love kids I will take great care of your dog or cat, and can work with animals of all ages. I love to take care of pets!

Sitter Profile Image: Timothy B.
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Timothy B.
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$15
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11 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20194

About: I’ve been working closely with dogs since I was four years old. We moved around a lot growing up and I would always helped her readjust to feel safe in new areas. I would get to know neighbors’ and friends’ pets, and with this early life experience, I’m a natural at getting pets to feel comfortable with me. I have experience working with senior dogs and dogs in recovery from injury, as well as dogs who have been rescued or traumatized by scary situations. I am currently in school, so my schedule is extremely flexible. I typically have 1-2 classes per weekday, either in the morning or at night, leaving the majority of my schedule open for pet care. I always make sure pets’ emotional needs are taken care of. For example, I pay very close attention to body language. At home, if my dog is ever purposefully ignoring me, I check with her to see if something is wrong.

Sitter Profile Image: Julianne G.
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Julianne G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
5 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

About: As someone who works remotely, I'm fortunate to have the flexibility to be available whenever your pup needs attention, whether it's for a walk in the park, some playtime, or just a reassuring presence while you're away. Your dog's well-being and happiness are my top priorities, and I look forward to providing them with the love and care they deserve during our time together. I’m very flexible! I work remotely so I can care for your pet at any time, anywhere. Since I am home all day I have plenty of time to tend for your pet! I live in a pet friendly apartment with a dog park and dog spa in my building! I have no problem hosting your pup at my space.

Sitter Profile Image: Leah H.
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Leah H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
10 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20190

Leah was very helpful and the communication went smoothly. She took good care of our kitties. She gave the kitties their wet food and supplements, as well as some play time.

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Edward K.
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$17
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4.9 out of 5 stars
376 reviews
168 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20190

Edward was awesome! He sent lovely pictures of a happy kitty and got him to take his meds. I wouldn’t hesitate to book him for our next trip.

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Sitter Profile Image: Catalina P.
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Catalina P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Virginia, VA, 20170

About: Hello! I’m Catalina. Dogs have always been a huge part of my life, and I love creating a mix of adventure and comfort for them, whether it’s a hike, a long walk, or a relaxing movie night afterwards. My building has a great dog park with lots of toys, so pups get plenty of space and stimulation. I’m available on weekends and always make sure every dog in my care feels safe, happy, and loved. Your baby will get lots of attention, playtime, and cuddles with me! IG: happ_ypawspetsitting I have availability in the afternoons and weekends. During the weekend I can spend the whole day with them and also at night or dog care. I don’t have dogs or cats in my home , so it will be easy if someone needs me to stay at my place with their dog/cat.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jake was absolutely fantastic with our little yorkie! Extremely attentive and gave us updates every time he visited. Cannot recommend him enough.

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Stephanie M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing experience. Rosemary is punctual, knowledgeable, and truly listens to individual dog needs. My dogs loved her right away, and she was so nurturing during her time with them. We will be booking again!

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Kristine G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kendall was very attentive and patient with Wookie and Butter Scotch. She definitely went the extra mile for them and was quick to communicate any issues. Highly recommended

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Gabriel J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Leanna took great care of our dog while we were out of town. She was communicative and professional - will definitely book again!

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Kinsey N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shauna was prompt, attentive and reliable when I needed someone on short notice when my husband was admitted to hospital. I am thankful she was available and did such a good job.

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Monica W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Heather is fantastic. She made sure to double check everything and was fantastic to my little dog. My dog is shy and she opened up to Heather so fast. I'm very happy and would recommend her without hesitation.

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Sheira R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicole is fantastic with my dog. She's reliable and trustworthy and is really great with all animals. She is my favorite dog walker/pet sitter, and my dog feels the same.

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Lisa N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie provided excellent care to our dogs. She followed up with us to make sure we were informed on their behavior and any concerns. The dogs love Katie and feel safe and comforted by her. She is a great dog sitter!

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Christine N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah did amazing with my dog and was communicative during each visit! I’m glad I found someone to care for my dog while away for long hours each day. Highly recommend!

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Kelsey R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kimberly was amazing taking care of Artemis! She has great communication, letting us know everything with the cutest pictures. She went above and beyond everytime and also Artemis had a great time having a furry friend to play with too!

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Caroline M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Laura is very responsive and took great care of my dog. Under short notice she was able to care for Denver. I would recommend her to my friends!

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Mamadou H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Carey was very professional and and took really good care of my guys. I felt safe leaving them in her care.

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Gabriel J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Carolyn went above and beyond helping us with our dog. We needed someone 3x/day due to his many health conditions. He had just started new medicine for congestive failure and I was very nervous about leaving him. Carolyn stayed longer than requested and filled me in regularly so I wouldn’t worry. I highly recommend her!

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Debbi O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Laura was great with our cat and dog. They were well taken care of while we were out. She had good communication and let us know what was going on with the fur babies and made sure they got spoiled.

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Natalia T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I feel so lucky to have found Maeghan. She is incredibly reliable and the pets seem to love her. It makes it far easier to be away, knowing that she will take such good care of my pets.

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Michelle Lally D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Chris has been so wonderful, even with travel schedule changes, grateful for her communication and helping us work through what works for Bailey 😊

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Leanne D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Skylar is so great. He spends time with the dogs, provides photos and updates, and communicates promptly. Have used him a couple of times and will do so again.

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Ken R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Even though she came in for a simple drop in visit as I was out of the house the whole day, she still did a phenomenal job with feeding the animals, administering my cats specific medication, and walking my dog around the neighborhood! I also have a pet toad in which she helped feed him as well:) All in all, i recommend booking her for your pets!

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elena c.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Samantha was fabulous with our anxious dog & our senior dog. Wonderful communication, responsible and reliable. Thank you so much for all your help! I would recommend her to anyone & we look forward to working with her again.

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Megan L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Keara was able to come through for us on short notice and had an immediate connection with our Mona. Couldn't be happier!

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Omar Q.
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