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Pet Daycare McLean, VA (Contact for Free)

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Samantha Lauren Jimenez Vargas

Samantha Lauren Jimenez Vargas
McLean, VA

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2024

Creating a safe and fun environment for your little ones.

Hello! My name is Samantha short for Sammy, and I am 13 years old, I am exited to apply for a babysitting position. I have a genuine passion for working with children and have gained valuable experience throughout my sister, neighbors, cousins, and my dog ?.

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other services I can provide

  • Babysitter (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of McLean for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Free babysitting for hurricane victims (contact me for details)

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Water safety training
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
    • Email verified

I have a younger sister and I babysit her for almost 2 years, Also I have 1 dog and I usually take her on walks. I know I may have said that I am 16 but I am actually 13 years old, I just put I am 16 because the website didn't let me put 13.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Samantha For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Julian Theobold

Julian Theobold
McLean, VA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2025

Welcome message:

Hi, I am Julian!!

Pet sitting $12 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet grooming
  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of McLean for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

Arvo

Eve.

-

Nite

- - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 month experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • Water safety training
  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Julian For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Emmanuel Junior Menge
Silver Spring, MD

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2025

Outgoing.

Hello, my name is Emmanuel Junior I am a 17 year old who is outgoing, fun to ave around and have good time management skills, I believe I have a lot of experience taking care of people younger than me because, I have 3 siblings ages 8-11 and I treat them as my equal which makes it easier to get along with them or take care of them.

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Silver Spring for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have been taking care of my little siblings and my aunts kinda for a long time, and I had a dog and cats when I lived with my grand parents, they were really calm but energetic sometimes.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Emmanuel For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Journalda Nice
Fairfax, VA

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Fairfax for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Journalda For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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fatima olivera
Reston, VA

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Reston for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact fatima For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates McLean, VA, United States (Updated 13 Sep 2025)

McLean pet sitters are paid an average of $14.62 per hour as of September 2025, which is 3.1% lower than the Virginia average of $15.08, and 5.4% lower than the United States average of $15.46. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services.
Min Avg Max
McLean:
$5.00 $14.62 $23.00
Virginia:
$5.00 $15.08 $30.00
United States:
$3.00 $15.46 $80.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in United States dollars (USD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Daycare Provider

Follow these handy tips for hiring a private pet daycare provider so your furry friend gets the best care while you’re away.

1. Check Experience with Your Pet Type

Ask about their background caring for dogs, cats, or other pets. Make sure they understand breed-specific needs, temperaments, and behaviors.

2. Verify Training & Certifications

Look for pet CPR/first aid certification, animal handling training, or professional memberships in pet care associations.

3. Tour the Facility or Home

Visit the daycare space to check for cleanliness, safety measures, secure fencing, and pet-friendly areas.

4. Ask About Daily Routine

Find out what a typical day looks like—exercise, playtime, feeding, rest, and socialization opportunities.

5. Understand Supervision Levels

Confirm how many pets they care for at once and whether constant supervision is provided, especially during group play.

6. Review Health & Safety Policies

Ask about vaccination requirements, flea/tick prevention, emergency plans, and how illnesses or injuries are handled.

7. Check References & Reviews

Speak with past or current clients, and ask for customer reviews to ensure reliability and positive experiences.

8. Clarify Communication

Ask how they’ll keep you updated—daily texts, photos, or reports—so you know your pet is happy and safe.

9. Discuss Rates & Inclusions

Make sure you understand the cost, what’s included (walks, grooming, food), and if there are extra fees for late pickup or special care.

10. Do a Trial Day

Start with a short daycare session to see how your pet adjusts, and gauge the provider’s attentiveness and professionalism.


Pet Daycare Provider Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a private pet daycare provider candidate so you can make sure your pet is in safe, caring hands.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been providing private pet daycare?
  • What types of pets do you have the most experience with?
  • Have you worked with pets that have special needs, anxiety, or behavioral issues?
  • How many pets do you care for at one time?

Daily Routine & Care

  • What does a typical day look like for pets in your care?
  • How much exercise, playtime, and rest do pets get?
  • Do you provide individual attention, or mostly group activities?
  • How do you handle feeding schedules and special diets?

Health & Safety

  • Do you require proof of vaccinations and flea/tick prevention?
  • How do you handle emergencies, injuries, or illnesses?
  • Are you certified in pet CPR or first aid?
  • What precautions do you take to keep pets safe during group play?

Environment & Facilities

  • Can I tour the space where my pet will be staying?
  • Is the area securely fenced and escape-proof?
  • Do pets have access to indoor and outdoor play areas?
  • How do you handle cleaning and sanitation?

Communication & Updates

  • How do you keep pet owners updated during the day (texts, photos, videos)?
  • How do you handle concerns or special requests from owners?
  • Are you available for updates in real-time if needed?

Policies & Pricing

  • What is included in your rates (walks, food, grooming, medication)?
  • Do you charge extra for late pickups or special care?
  • What’s your cancellation or refund policy?
  • Do you offer trial days before committing long-term?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about running a private pet daycare?
  • How do you calm nervous or shy pets?
  • Why do you think your daycare would be a good fit for my pet?