Alexandria, VA pet sitters

Trusted in-home pet care across Alexandria's historic neighborhoods — from the cobblestone streets of Old Town and the vibrant Del Ray to Carlyle, West End, and the Potomac Yard waterfront. Northern Virginia pet care backed by $20,000 vet coverage.

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Pet lovers from 42+ countries

$20,000

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Pet care services in Alexandria

Pet Boarding

Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Alexandria

Dog Walking

Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Alexandria

House Sitting

In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Alexandria

Drop-in Visits

Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Alexandria

Doggy Daycare

Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Alexandria

Verified Alexandria sitters

Why Petme in Alexandria

What Makes Us Different?

Alexandria's historic character and proximity to DC make it one of Northern Virginia's most desirable places to live — and to care for pets.

Open Social Platform

See real photos, posts, and daily updates from sitters before you book. Follow their journey with other pets, read authentic reviews from real pet parents.

Transparency First

Highly Motivated Sitters

Our sitters keep more of what they earn: lowest fees in the market. Plus, they're the only ones who benefit from cashbacks. Happy sitters = happy pets.

Best-Paid Caregivers

Petme Protection Plan

Every booking is backed by up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage. Peace of mind included with every reservation, no extra cost.

Up to $20,000 Coverage

Pet Sitting in Alexandria: Why Local Owners Choose Petme

Traditional Pet Sitting Services in Alexandria

Pet owners in Alexandria have faced these challenges with other platforms:

Alexandria pet owners had few options beyond expensive boarding kennels far from Old Town
No way to find a trusted neighbor sitter in Del Ray or Carlyle with verified reviews
Weekend trips meant stressful kennel stays far from the Potomac waterfront
No financial protection existed if a pet was injured near Cameron Run Regional Park

Verified Pet Sitters in Alexandria on Petme

Here is how Petme connects you with trusted pet sitters across Alexandria:

Petme connects Alexandria families with verified pet sitters and real community reviews
Coverage from Old Town and Del Ray to Carlyle, West End, Eisenhower Valley, and into Arlington and Fairfax County
Every booking includes $20,000 vet protection—Northern Virginia care with professional standards
The Alexandria Petme community shares photos from Mount Vernon Trail, Jones Point Park, and Potomac waterfront walks

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Old TownDel RayCarlyleEisenhower ValleyWest EndPotomac YardParker-GraySeminary Hill

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Average rates in United States

Dog Walking$15 – $30/walk

Drop-In Visit$15 – $25/visit

Boarding$35 – $75/night

House Sitting$45 – $85/night

Day Care$25 – $50/day

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about finding a trusted pet sitter in Alexandria, VA.

How much does pet sitting cost in Alexandria?▾

Alexandria pet sitters typically charge $28–$52 per night for boarding, $18–$32 per walk, and $60–$95 per day for house sitting. Rates reflect the Northern Virginia market.

Do Alexandria pet sitters come to my home?▾

Yes. House sitting and drop-in visits mean your pet never leaves their comfortable Alexandria home.

Which Alexandria neighborhoods have pet sitters?▾

Petme has pet sitters across Old Town, Del Ray, Carlyle, Eisenhower Valley, West End, Potomac Yard, and into Arlington, Alexandria's Seminary Hill, and Fairfax County.

What if my pet needs a vet while I'm away?▾

Every Petme booking includes the Protection Plan with up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage — peace of mind for every Alexandria pet owner.

Pet sitting in Alexandria, VA

Alexandria is one of America's oldest cities — a Northern Virginia community on the Potomac River with a large pet-owning community across Old Town, Del Ray, Carlyle, and the Eisenhower Valley neighborhoods.

Petme connects Alexandria pet owners with local sitters who offer boarding, house sitting, walking, drop-in visits, and daycare with zero booking fees.

Whether your dog loves waterfront walks along the Potomac or your cat prefers the comfort of your Old Town home, Alexandria sitters provide personalized care.

Looking specifically for dog sitters in Alexandria?

Browse dedicated dog sitters with specialized services: overnight boarding, daily walks, doggy daycare, and drop-in visits.

Looking for cat sitters in Alexandria?

Find trusted cat sitters for boarding, in-home sitting, and drop-in visits.

Dog Walking in the USA

Hire trusted dog walkers near you — locally vetted, flexible scheduling, and covered by our Petme Protection Plan.

Your pet deserves the best care in Alexandria

Join pet parents across Virginia who trust Petme for reliable, loving pet care.