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Sitter Profile Image: Yekaterina L.
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Yekaterina L.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20165

Yekaterina was a lifesaver! She was able to walk my dog at the last minute when I had to work late and my dog loved her😊

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Johnathon M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20164

About: I've been taken care of more than 50 dog breeds with great care and love. I have taken care of dogs all over my neighborhood for 5 years now and they all enjoy how flexible my time is and that I take great care of their dogs by feeding, walking, and washing their pets. I'm currently working a part-time at the airport, I am available to take care of your dog on Tuesday and Fridays. I am usually home most of the time drawing and excercising. So some time spent getting a walk or entertaining your pet can easilly fit in my schedule. I have a clean and spacious home. There is plenty space for your pet to walk around and explore my fenced backyard and open frontyard. Im very gentle and very capable of carrying large dogs. I used to own a small breed but he has passed due to time, so I currently dont own any pets at the moment. Im very active and caring with pets. I enjoy to have them roam free or hang out by my desk. I can run around with them too if they so desire.

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Olga S.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20166

Olga is so attentive and responsive. Georgie loves walking with her!

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Kristin G.
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Brooke H.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
26 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20166

Brooke is awesome. She and Zoey, who was reactive and scared of people, are fast friends. I am so pleased with Brooke’s calm demeanor and kindness. Thank you!!

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Jo T.
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Anna C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
300 reviews
67 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20191

Anna did great with Indy. She met him before his walk which made both of us comfortable. Each day Anna walked him I came home to a relaxed and happy golden retriever. Definitely recommend her and will request her again.

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Tara W.
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Haeun Esther K.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
95 reviews
16 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Ashburn, VA, 20148

Haeun is a gem! 💎 She was responsive, flexible, prompt, thorough, and our pup Luna was a very happy camper when she got back from her walk. We would definitely book Haeun again for our pup!

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Madeline M.
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Corinne C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
34 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Ashburn, VA, 20147

Corinne came two days in a row to walk our dogs during lunch time. She was very responsive and made us feel good about the experience. Thank you, Corinne!

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Sitter Profile Image: Marcia M.
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Marcia M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
304 reviews
55 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20166

Marcia has definitely earned Luna’s love and attention. Luna now looks forward to the walks and recognizes Marcia, this is peace of mind for me.

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Sitter Profile Image: Francisco R.
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Francisco R.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20194

Francisco is an outstanding dog walker! He consistently goes above and beyond to make sure our dog is well cared for. After every walk, he communicates with me and provides thoughtful updates about how everything went, including anything he noticed that I should be aware of. What really stood out to me was his attention to detail and genuine care. During our last walk, it started raining, and he reached out to ask where he could find a towel so he could dry our dog off before leaving. That level of thoughtfulness meant a lot to me and showed how much he truly cares about the pets he looks after. I highly recommend Francisco to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and professional dog walker. Your pet will be in great hands!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarina J.
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Sarina J.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
40 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20165

Thank you again Sabrina!!! Sabrina is great she had help me at last minute and she is really good with my pup.!!! It clearly shows that Sugar adores her!!! Thank you again !!!

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Ceci J.
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Diego G.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
193 reviews
64 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Ashburn, VA, 20147

Diego did a great job with our super fussy and super crazy pup. He had a lot of patience for her picky behavior but stuck with her for the 5 days we were gone. We certainly appreciate his good humor and willingness to take on our very “special” dog especially since it was the holidays.

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Sofia F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
23 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Ashburn, VA, 20147

Sofia has been great with my dog. She’s been extremely patient even when my dog has been fussy. It only took a couple of walks before she warmed up to her. Definitely want to thank Sofia for everything and I know Katie is looking forward to future walks!

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Sitter Profile Image: Staci C.
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Staci C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
15 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20164

So great! Staci was very professional and kept me up to date with his walk. Very happy with how things went!

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Crista A.
Sitter Profile Image: Douglas B.
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Douglas B.
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$15
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10 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20164

About: I've had pets my whole life and know how much it matters to leave yours somewhere you trust. Your dog will be part of the household here — not crated in a back room — with plenty of attention, a regular routine, and photo updates so you know how the day is going. A few things to know about my setup: I have a yard, but it isn't fenced, so all potty breaks and outdoor time are leashed and supervised. Never off-leash. I have one dog of my own, a friendly female Bernedoodle named Dorothy. She's good with other dogs, and I'm happy to do a meet-and-greet first to make sure everyone gets along. I work from home, so your dog won't be alone for long stretches. Comfortable with puppies, senior dogs with special needs, and everything in between. For walks, I'll stick to whatever route and pace your dog is used to, and I'll let you know how it went. Happy to set up a free meet-and-greet before booking anything. My schedule is completely my own so I can tailor my day to what your dog is used to. Our usual routine is a walk/run in the morning and a walk with the whole family in the evening. Dorothy is crate trained and so can be right next to your dog to keep them company. I have a good sized yard where I can let the dogs out on leashes and a fenced in deck if they want to be outside. I live 5 minutes from an animal hospital and am used to the random ailments that come with taking care of dogs.

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Dominick A.
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$18
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1 year of experience
Sterling, VA, 20164

About: I’ve cared for dogs for friends, family, and family friends, including paid dog walking and pet sitting. I offer dog walking, drop-in visits, and house sitting, and I’m committed to providing dependable care and keeping owners updated while they’re away. I’ll treat your pet with the same attention and care they receive at home. Besides my job, pet care fits well into my weekly routine, allowing me to provide reliable and flexible care. I make time for what they need and I also keep owners updated with photos and messages so they know their pet is doing well. I always follow the owner’s instructions and keep their routine as consistent as possible. I make sure pets have fresh water, receive meals on schedule, get plenty of exercise and attention, and keep them in a safe environment. During walks, pets securely leashed, and treat every home and pet with respect and care.

Sitter Profile Image: Margaret B.
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Margaret B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Herndon, VA, 20170

Maggie is the absolute best. She’s a great communicator, and we feel very comfortable leaving our pup with her! Would recommend her to anyone!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kayla M.
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Kayla M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20165

Kayla has been communicative and reliable!

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Megan K.
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Jillian P.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
10 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20164

Jillian is wonderful! She communicates with us clearly, arrives on time, and is super friendly. Our Ladybug is not the easiest dog to walk, but Jillian has been incredibly patient with her. Ladybug adores her and gets excited as soon as Jillian arrives. We are very happy with Jillian's service and would definitely book her again :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah R.
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Sarah R.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
11 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20164

Great walker. My dog accepted Sarah right away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Karen Marie F.
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Karen Marie F.
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$30
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20166

About: I use Reiki and massage when animals and their humans are accepting of it. My rates are built to service a wider geographical area. Please ask about lower rates for care needed close to my home, or other existing clients. I grew up with many cats (over many years), and a dog. We had several dogs in the neighborhood I would help and visit with, and have experience with horses and other animals of air, land and sea. I’ve been caring for dogs, cats and horses professionally for a little over three decades. I am self-employed and make my own schedule, so I’m busy, but flexible with enough notice or if there is a gap in my schedule. I have a big and friendly dog of my own who would want to stay with me if you require overnight dog or cat sitting, depending on how far you are from our home. My end-unit townhome backs up to the retention pond. I can see the walking trail that backs up to the forest from my deck. My small, fenced-in backyard opens up to a wheelchair accessible paver path. So ideal for older pets who need less/no stairs. I’ve cared for many elderly animals.

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Lissa went above and beyond with our puppy, ensuring she got lots of enrichment and all her needs met. She sent tons of pictures and a thorough note about her visit. Will definitely use again!

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Julia L.
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Johnathon was reliable, dependable, and took great care of Demi! She loved her 30-minute walk, and I knew she was in good hands. Highly recommend!

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Kellie D.
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Brooke was amazing! Super communicative and was great giving our senior dog his medication. Would highly recommend!

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Emmaline S.
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We are the “anxious to leave our dogs” type of dog-owners, and Kelsey was so caring and communicative that we were actually able to relax while away. We highly recommend her, especially if you have finicky dogs.

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Emily P.
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Skylar did an outstanding job trying to bond with my two adopted dogs. I appreciate her persistence so much!

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Abbey B.
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Andrew was wonderful with our Yorkie, Max. He was reliable, caring, on time and always made sure Max got a great walk and plenty of attention. We felt completely confident that Max was in good hands. We would happily have Andrew watch Max in the future.

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Elaine B.
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Abigail is great!!! My dog does great with her and she’s really kind. Would absolutely recommend her!!

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Jennifer M.
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Rasha is AMAZING. I have a nervous, reactive dog and 2 cats. She has done multiple meet and greets with my dog and has shown a great understanding of reactivity and behavioral principles. Rasha has been SO patient with Luna, and is so positive and gentle. I feel secure when Rasha takes Luna out, and that is a big deal. I am so grateful that I found Rasha!

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Tyler M.
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Hilary is awesome with our very high energy German Shepherd. She does an amazing job and we highly recommend her.

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Kevein L.
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Julianne has helped us a few times now with our very needy pup. She was wonderful during an overnight stay previously, and has since helped us with drop-in/walks. She’s very responsive and flexible to changing plans!

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Raechel P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Claire has been wonderful to work with! She came by the day before for a site visit to meet my dog, which I really appreciated. She took the time to ask thoughtful questions, learn about my dog’s routine, and make sure she understood his needs. Communication has been excellent from the start, and she’s been incredibly flexible and accommodating. Her professionalism and attention to detail gave me peace of mind, and I feel confident knowing my dog will be in great hands. I’m looking forward to using her dog walking services and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog walker. Thanks, Claire! 🐾😊

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Carla B.
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Olivia was great! She kept clear communication throughout and was very responsive. She took lots of pictures and my dog looked like he had a great time. Highly recommend!

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Jennifer L.
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Kaylin is a very diligent and attentive dog walker. She is always on time, gives our dog an excellent walk, and it very good about communicating with us. I would highly recommend her.

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Charlie H.
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Ashley was fantastic. She arrived exactly when she said she would, and Cooper absolutely loved his midday walk. It’s clear she cares about the dogs she works with. Highly recommend.

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Glenn S.
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Keara did a fantastic job with Ollie. She had great communication, was timely, and took great care of him. Would highly recommend!

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Ethan H.
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Muffin had a great time with Jaelyn! She was super reliable, communicative, and incredibly thoughtful, always keeping me updated and paying close attention to my dog’s needs and personality. Thank you Jaelyn!!

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Lakshmi P.
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Ashma was very patient and kind to our dog. She was a good communicator and we will definitely have her again. Thank you!

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Nickol C.
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Star enjoyed her afternoon walk with Carolina and she was nice and tired when she got home. I would re-book Carolina as needed.

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Kristen P.
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Kaylee is great! She’s very reliable and super quick to respond. Would definitely recommend her!

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Nicola B.
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This was our first time working Steven. He was on time and great with our dog. We look forward to working with him again.

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The average cost for Dog Walking in Sterling on Rover is $22.2 per walk (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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As of September 2026, there are 15,761 sitters on Rover offering Dog Walking across Sterling. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Whether you want a solo or group walk depends on your dog's personality. Solo walks can be beneficial for dog parents with reactive dogs, puppies, or dogs who are anxious around unfamiliar animals. Many dog walkers on Rover offer private, one-on-one walking services.

Group walks are a good fit for social dogs who enjoy structured walks. If your dog prefers the energy of a group stroll, ask your dog walker about group walks in your Sterling. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighborhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.

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Yes, you can find walkers who have experience with handling special pet needs in Sterling. On Rover:

  • 89% of walkers can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

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