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124 house sits in Southwest, Washington, D.C., US

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House sit in Southwest, Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Relax with a sweet rescue pup along the vibrant Wharf in DC

Relax with a sweet rescue pup along the vibrant Wharf in DC

from 24 September 2026 to 27 September 2026 · 3 nights

Southwest, Washington, D.C., US

  • 1 dog
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Dog and Cat sitting in DC home

Dog and Cat sitting in DC home

from 06 October 2026 to 14 October 2026 · 8 nights+ 1 more

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 2 dogs
  • 2 cats
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Washington DC rowhouse with parrots-Dates are usually flexible

Washington DC rowhouse with parrots-Dates are usually flexible

from 21 December 2026 to 28 December 2026 · 7 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 2 birds
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Gorgeous DC house with chill doggos & entertaining kitty

Gorgeous DC house with chill doggos & entertaining kitty

from 30 September 2026 to 05 October 2026 · 5 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 2 dogs
  • 1 cat
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Comfortable and well-appointed rowhouse in NW DC

Comfortable and well-appointed rowhouse in NW DC

from 22 November 2026 to 27 November 2026 · 5 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 2 cats
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Adorable dog in luxury apt (+pool) at riverside location in DC!

Adorable dog in luxury apt (+pool) at riverside location in DC!

from 11 September 2026 to 14 September 2026 · 3 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 1 dog
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Large house with backyard and deck with one of the friendliest cats in DC.

Large house with backyard and deck with one of the friendliest cats in DC.

from 20 December 2026 to 03 January 2027 · 14 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 1 cat
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - DC area- Hang with my Sweet/Chill Rescue Dogs!

DC area- Hang with my Sweet/Chill Rescue Dogs!

from 06 January 2027 to 10 January 2027 · 4 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 2 dogs
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Chill, cuddly kitty looking for sitter in Union Market

Chill, cuddly kitty looking for sitter in Union Market

from 01 October 2026 to 04 October 2026 · 3 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 1 cat
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Washington DC summer pet sitter needed

Washington DC summer pet sitter needed

from 26 December 2026 to 03 January 2027 · 8 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 1 dog
  • 2 cats
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Beautiful home in a highly desirable and convenient neighborhood of the DC Metro

Beautiful home in a highly desirable and convenient neighborhood of the DC Metro

from 12 February 2027 to 22 February 2027 · 10 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 1 dog
  • 2 cats
House sit in Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US
House sit pet parent - Charming rowhome steps from the DC Zoo, complete with sleepy panda dog.

Charming rowhome steps from the DC Zoo, complete with sleepy panda dog.

from 24 November 2026 to 28 November 2026 · 4 nights

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., US

  • 1 dog
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Why you'll love pet and house sitting in Southwest, Washington, D.C.

An illustration of a cat laying on his pet bedForget hotel rooms

From home comforts to the calming company of pets, house sitting offers so much more.

An illustration of a glowing green heartIt feels good to give

Explore new places while making a difference to the lives of pets and people along the way.

An illustration of a house with a tree in the foregroundA new perspective

You don’t have to travel far. With pet and house sitting, you can find a world of adventures just around the corner.

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A win-win without money

On house and pet sits, you’ll provide home and pet care in return for a place to stay on your travels. An annual plan unlocks unlimited access to sits, making it an affordable and fulfilling way to travel.

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I am so blessed to have this experience and to be able to have a companion by my side the entire time. I’m forever grateful for the opportunity TrustedHousesitters provides! This is truly life changing.

Adelia, sitter member from Bath, UK

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Want to know if a house sit is right for you? Look for feedback previous sitters have left on the pet parent's listing.

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House sit in homes with peace of mind they’re covered at no extra cost to you or the pet parent.

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All that’s exchanged between our sitters and pet parents is trust - sitters get to stay in cool locations near and far, caring for pets with a place to stay in return. And with no money passing hands, we’re certain everybody’s here for the same reasons: their never-ending love for pets and travel.

With an annual sitter membership, animal lovers like you can explore the world and enjoy unique stays in exchange for pet care. Live like a local, care for adorable pets, and provide pet parents with peace of mind while they’re away. Apply for as many sits as you like and get ready for meaningful connections and unforgettable adventures.

Choose your membership plan and create a profile that stands out from the pack - include clear photos, relevant experience, and references (these don’t have to be from previous house sits). Next, set up a saved search to be the first to find out when house sitting opportunities in Southwest become available for your chosen dates. Once you’ve found the ideal sit, write a personalized message to the pet parents explaining why you're the perfect person for their furry friend! Find out more with 10 tips on how to become a house sitter.

Your number one priority when house sitting in Southwest will be taking care of the pets. Daily walks, mealtimes, and lots of cuddles will be top of the agenda as most house sits include a pet. Aside from this, house sitters in Southwest need to keep the home clean and tidy and send regular updates to the pet parents about their precious pet pals.

At TrustedHousesitters, our members are driven by a genuine love of pets, not money. They exchange loving pet care for a place to stay on their travels, gaining a wealth of experiences and memories to last a lifetime.

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