Pet Sitting in Arlington, VA
Attentive in-home and overnight care for dogs, cats, and small pets, treated like family.
Overnight Care, In Your Home or Ours
Whether you are away for a day or longer, we look after your pet attentively, in your home or ours. We treat your furry family member as if they were our own.
Every sitter is background-checked and trained in pet first aid, and every stay follows your pet's normal schedule: meals, breaks, medication, and plenty of loving attention. Our team also includes a certified small-mammal specialist and a dedicated cat expert, so your less-common companions get knowledgeable, attentive care too.
Pet Sitting Options
From a few hours of company to full overnight care.
Hourly Dog Sitting
Extra hours $25 / $50 / $75
We stay at your dog's home or host at our location. Full-time attention for as long as you need.
Overnight Dog Sitting
$100 per 24 hours
We sleep at your dog's home or host at ours, and can leave for up to 6 hours at a time. Includes at least three 15-minute breaks.
Specialty Dog Sitting
$150 per 24 hours
Overnight care for reactive dogs, puppies, and dogs that cannot be alone for more than 3-4 hours. Rates may adjust to care requirements.
Small Mammals & Other Pets
Pricing on request
Cared for by our certified small-mammal specialist, at the pet's home or our location. Contact the office for details and pricing.
Pet Sitting Prices
Transparent rates for hourly, overnight, and specialty sitting.
| Service | Description | Per 24 Hours | Extra Hr 1 | Extra Hr 2 | Extra Hr 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Dog Sitting | We stay at your dog's home or host at our location. Full-time. | - | $25 | $50 | $75 |
| Overnight Dog Sitting | We sleep at your dog's home or host. Can leave 6 hours at a time; includes at least three 15-min breaks. | $100 | - | - | - |
| Specialty Dog Sitting | Same as Overnight, for reactive dogs, puppies, and dogs that cannot be alone 3-4 hours; rates may adjust. | $150 | - | - | - |
| Small Mammal Non-Canine Sitting | Small mammal overnight at the pet's home or our location. | TBD | - | - | - |
| Sitting Add-Ons | |||||
| Extra Dog (regular) | $30 + $5/hr | ||||
| Extra Dog (Specialty) | $40 | ||||
| Extra Pet (small mammal) | $5 | ||||
| Pills / Vitamins | Free | ||||
| Holiday Fee | Same as walking | ||||
| Pet Taxi / Nail Trim / Key Pickup / Lockout / Lockup Boxes | TBD | ||||
How Overnight Sitting Works
Overnight in-home: 24 hours of pet sitting in your home. We sleep at your dog's home and hang out as we would at our own, but can leave for 6 hours at a time. Includes at least three 15-minute breaks; longer walks may be additional. The sitter must have access to the internet and a place to sleep and use the bathroom. Dogs are not left alone for more than 6 hours; cats are visited at least once every 24 hours. An extra charge may apply for hours beyond 24.
Overnight with a host: 24 hours of pet sitting at our location. We can leave for 6 hours at a time and include at least three 15-minute breaks; longer walks may be additional. Dogs are not left alone for more than 6 hours; cats are visited at least once every 24 hours. An extra charge may apply for hours beyond 24.
Specialty pet sitting: Same as overnight, but for reactive dogs, puppies, and dogs that cannot be alone more than 3-4 hours. We may adjust rates according to specific care requirements.
Pet Sitting FAQs
Does pet sitting happen in our home or yours?
Either one. We can stay at your home so your pet keeps familiar surroundings, or host your pet at our location. You choose what works best for your dog.
How long will my dog be alone during an overnight?
Never more than 6 hours at a time, and every 24-hour stay includes at least three 15-minute breaks. Longer walks can be added if your dog needs more exercise.
Do you sit for cats or small mammals?
Yes. We have a dedicated cat expert and a certified small-mammal specialist on our team. Cats are visited at least once every 24 hours during a stay, and small mammal sitting is available at the pet's home or our location; contact the office for pricing.
Can you give my pet medication?
Yes. Pills and vitamins are included free with every sitting service.
What does an in-home sitter need from us?
Access to the internet, a place to sleep, and a bathroom. Beyond that, just your pet's routine and supplies.
What if we are gone longer than 24 hours?
Stays are priced per 24 hours, and an extra charge may apply for additional hours. For hourly sitting, extra hours run $25, $50, and $75. Holiday fees match our dog walking rates: $5 minor, $10 major.
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