Pet sitters in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C.
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We have 1175 pet and dog sitters looking for sits near Washington. They’re rated, reviewed and verified - and exchange pet care for new places to stay while traveling.
- Jasmine
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Always reliable
5.071 sits completed
- Lauren
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Immaculately tidy
5.037 sits completed
- Cynthia
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Exceptionally organised
5.089 sits completed
- Dana
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Exceptionally organised
5.067 sits completed
- Elena
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Outstanding pet care
5.056 sits completed
- Tiffany
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Always reliable
5.026 sits completed
- Jennifer
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
5.045 sits completed
- Kayan
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Always reliable
5.038 sits completed
- Emily
- Background checked
- Outstanding pet care
- Always reliable
5.01 sit completed
- Laura & Jack
- Background checked
- Exceptionally organised
- Immaculately tidy
5.07 sits completed
- Elizabeth
- Background checked
- Outstanding pet care
- Exceptionally organised
5.03 sits completed
- Andrea Sachs
- Background checked
- Immaculately tidy
- Fully self-sufficient
5.04 sits completed
- Ashley
- Background checked
- Fully self-sufficient
- Exceptionally organised
5.05 sits completed
- Nicolas & Lorena
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitters
- Fully self-sufficient
5.026 sits completed
- Jeff & Jonne
- Background checked
- Exceptionally organised
- Always reliable
5.01 sit completed
- Rory & Gail
- Background checked
- Fully self-sufficient
- Always reliable
5.01 sit completed
- Frank & Sharon
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitters
- Immaculately tidy
5.012 sits completed
- Erica
- Background checked
- Immaculately tidy
- Outstanding pet care
5.06 sits completed
- Caroline
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
5.017 sits completed
- Cherise
- Background checked
- Outstanding pet care
- Always reliable
5.01 sit completed
See how pet sitting in Washington works
1. Choose your plan
Pay once a year for unlimited, in-home pet care. Sitters don't charge extra fees.2. Create your listing
Describe your home and pets, and add the dates you'll be away.3. Review sitter applications
See who applied to your listing and vet sitters before you commit.
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Why our sitters love to pet sit
Every pet sitter in Washington and beyond has their own story. But they all have two things in common: they love pets and travel.
98% of our sits result in a five-star review
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Questions about pet and dog sitting
Do pet sitters in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C. get paid?
It’s a win-win situation. Sitters exchange their love and care for a stay in your home and the chance to make new furry friends. While pet parents can travel with peace of mind, knowing their pets are loved and cared for.
Would pet sitters want to stay in my home in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C.?
They prefer cosy homes where they can embed themselves in the local community, spend time with adorable pets and make special travel memories.
So as long as your home is clean, tidy and welcoming, our sitters would love to stay.
How does pet sitting in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C. work with TrustedHousesitters?
After you’ve chosen and paid for your membership, you can create your listing. This is your chance to describe your home and pets, and add the dates you’ll be away.
As soon as your listing is live, pet sitters can apply. You can browse their applications and shortlist the ones you think are right. You also have the option to invite sitters directly.
We recommend meeting face-to-face or via video call before confirming the sit to make sure it’s a good match for your home and pets.
How quickly can I find a pet sitter in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C.?
For extra peace of mind, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
What makes your pet sitters in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C. trustworthy?
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We do background and/or ID checks, ask for external references and verify email addresses and phone numbers.
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After a sit, our pet parents rate and review their sitter and give honest feedback.
Verified by you
You can screen sitters before you commit by meeting them face-to-face or via a video call.
Am I covered in case something goes wrong?
Premium Pet Parent members also benefit from our Sit Cancellation Plan that protects you in case your sitter cancels.
And lastly, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
How much do pet and dog sitters in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C. cost?
Like you, our pet sitters pay an annual fee to join our community and use our platform. They don’t get paid or charge for their services.
They do it because they love pets and travel. So in exchange for a place to stay, they’ll look after your pets and take care of your home while you’re away.
If you book a sitter who isn’t part of our community, the average cost of pet sitting in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C. is $2.08 per hour, $83.33 per week for 40 hours or $270.83 per month for 130 hours.
How much do dog kennels charge in Washington D.C.?
The average nightly rate for kennels in Washington D.C. is $41.25 on average - this could add up to almost $600 for just a two-week vacation. Instead, why not consider welcoming an in-home pet sitter with TrustedHousesitters? Here you pay one annual membership fee which allows you to welcome as many sitters as you need, no matter the length of your trip and how often you go away.
What are the pros and cons of trusted dog sitters in Washington D.C. versus a dog boarding facility?
The pros of welcoming a trusted pet sitter in Washington D.C. include personalized pet care, a maintained daily routine, 1:1 TLC, and in-home care which keeps pups in the familiar surroundings of home.
Some dog sitting services can be expensive, but at TrustedHousesitters, owners pay one annual membership fee which gives them access to unlimited sitters. Our members pet sitting in Washington D.C. also happen to be hobby pet sitters, caring for pets for love, not money.
The pros of sending your dog to a boarding facility include basic needs being met such as feeding, watering and daily exercise. Cons include having to uproot your pet from their home, the number of other dogs they’re surrounded by, sometimes limited exercise and play, and the new routine they have to adjust to.
How do pet sitters in Washington D.C. handle emergency situations with pets?
We advise pet parents to let sitters know what to do in a pet emergency, and to provide an emergency contact number. Each furry family and pet parent is different, so it always makes sense for pet parents to make the call on what they’d like sitters to do should they find themselves in an emergency situation.