Pet Sitting Services in Washington, District of Columbia

Browse sitters in Washington, District of Columbia, compare and find the right match for your pet.

8+ verified sitters
5.0

Pet care services in Washington

8
Active sitters
$25
Typical price
5.00
Average rating
12
Verified reviews
4
Active this week
4
Available this week

Sittsy data in Washington · June 2026

How quickly Washington responds

Response and offer times across the Sittsy network.

How fast sitters reply

Median ~5 min · 81% reply within 1 hour

Under 5 min
46%
5–15 min
19%
15–60 min
16%
1–4 hours
9%
4–24 hours
7%
More than 24 hours
4%

When you post a request

~40 min
To the first offer
half of all requests
2.1
Offers per request
on average
52%
Get an offer
from a sitter

Who they accept

% of sitters for this service in Washington

Cats
12%
Small dogs
12%
Medium dogs
12%
Large dogs
9%
Other pets
12%

Why Sittsy gives you peace of mind

Does your pet get nervous when you're away? For pets with separation anxiety, Sittsy keeps their routine, their environment and a limit on time alone that you decide.

Care schedule and max time alone

You set your pet's routine and how long it can stay alone; the sitter sees it and Sittsy helps make sure it's respected. Designed for pets with separation anxiety.

You see the sitter's other pets

On their profile and calendar you see which other pets they have or host on those days. When you book we tell you if your pet will overlap with others, so you can confirm they're a good fit.

Washington for dogs, in numbers

The city's green spaces and sitter network, in figures.

38
Dog areas
spaces for dogs (OSM)
8
Active sitters
24
Dog-Friendly Index
out of 100

Washington's dog map: parks, vets and sitters nearby

38 dog areas and Washington's veterinary clinics, on the map (OpenStreetMap data). 79% of Sittsy sitters live within 2 km of a dog area. Tap any point for details.

Dog area (with number of sitters within <2 km)Veterinary clinic

Parks: OpenStreetMap. Nearby sitters: Sittsy data. Clinic locations approximate; confirm address and hours on their website.

Weather and caring for your dog in Washington

A rainy fortnight in Washington: 9 of 14 days with precipitation. Keep a towel and raincoat handy. 14-day forecast (Open-Meteo); updated daily.

Toughest day: Sun 20 Sep, 84 °F. Shorter walks and a raincoat if your dog tolerates it. Dry paws and coat well on return to avoid colds and fungus.

Sat 19
82°
61°
Ideal
Sun 20
84°
72°
Rain
Mon 21
72°
61°
Rain
Tue 22
63°
59°
Rain
Wed 23
59°
54°
Rain
Thu 24
59°
55°
Drizzle
Fri 25
72°
55°
Ideal
Sat 26
72°
59°
Ideal
Sun 27
63°
54°
Rain
Mon 28
63°
57°
Drizzle
Tue 29
79°
57°
Drizzle
Wed 30
68°
64°
Rain
Thu 1
77°
59°
Ideal
Fri 2
68°
57°
Ideal

Rain

Shorter walks and a raincoat if your dog tolerates it. Dry paws and coat well on return to avoid colds and fungus.

Drizzle

Showers possible. Make the most of the clear spells to walk and bring a towel to dry them on the way back.

Ideal

A perfect day for dogs: make the most of it with a long walk, play at the park or some socializing.

Air quality and walks in Washington

Air quality is getting worse these days in Washington: it reaches “poor” (index 61). Ozone rises with summer heat and is worst in the afternoon, so the air gets worse just when the sun is strongest. European air quality index (Open-Meteo); updated daily.

Sat 19
59
Moderate
O₃ 119
Sun 20
54
Moderate
O₃ 114
Mon 21
61
Poor
O₃ 121
Tue 22
32
Fair
O₃ 84
Wed 23
30
Fair
O₃ 65
Thu 24

What to do these days

Limit intense exercise and walk first thing, when the air is cleanest. Take special care with brachycephalic dogs (bulldog, pug, boxer), puppies, older dogs and those with heart or respiratory problems.

Pet care in United States, city by city

Sittsy network data combined with public sources (OpenStreetMap, Open-Meteo). Updated 2026-06-29.

The most dog-friendly city

New York tops the Sittsy Dog-Friendly Index with 80/100.

The most affordable boarding

Waco has the lowest boarding price, from about $20/night.

The most reviewed by volume

San Antonio has the most verified Sittsy reviews in the country.

United States Dog-Friendly Index

Sittsy Dog-Friendly Index (0–100): combines sitter supply, verified review volume, average rating and the variety of pets accepted across the Sittsy network in each city in the country.

  • 1New York
    80
  • 2San Antonio
    66
  • 3Houston
    59
  • 4Los Angeles
    58
  • 5Las Vegas
    57
  • 6Tacoma
    55
  • 7Waco
    55
  • 8Indianapolis
    54
  • 9Denver
    52
  • 10Austin
    52
  • 137Washington· this city
    24
CityIndexBoarding $/nightAccept catsDog areas
New York80$3514%
San Antonio66$250%
Houston59$4540%
Los Angeles58$8014%
Las Vegas57$3025%
Tacoma55$2566%
Waco55$2066%
Indianapolis5420%
Denver52$3025%
Austin52$4020%
Washington· this city24

What owners value most in Washington

Words that come up most often in reviews · 12 verified reviews

judahcarecaringpatientresponsiblegreatshaylayoungexperienceamazingaskedattentive

Reviews in Washington

5.00/5
12 verified reviews
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12
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2
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  • Savannah

    Shayla watched my St. Berdoodle, Lola, and I couldn't have asked for better care. She paid close attention to Lola's needs the whole time kept her well fed, made sure she stayed clean, and spent plenty of time playing with her so she never felt neglected. It's clear Shayla genuinely loves animals an...

    Review for Shayla

  • Christianna

    Shayla is one of the few people I completely trust with my dog, Lammy. She is extremely responsible, patient, and attentive when it comes to caring for him. She helps with his feeding schedule, walks, medications, and overall routine, and I never have to worry about whether he is being properly take...

    Review for Shayla

  • Solomon

    In my experience Judah was an amazing pet sitter who not only adjusted to the specific needs of my pet but when I asked kept me updated!

    Review for Judah

  • KC

    Judah has been caring, attentive, and loving to both our cat and dog. She has been patient and kind to our pets. A true asset!

    Review for Judah

  • Michael

    I wholeheartedly recommend Judah as a babysitter or childcare provider, especially for families with young children. She is exceptionally kind, patient, gentle, and responsible, with a natural compassion that makes her someone I would confidently trust with a child’s care and safety. Her character h...

    Review for Judah

  • Sharyn

    Judah is incredibly responsible and reliable. She is punctual and has open communication. Judah is very thorough with all types of work she does. I’ve known Judah to be completely trustworthy and just an overall great person to be around

    Review for Judah

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Frequently asked questions about pet care services

How do I book a pet sitter?

Simply search for sitters in your area, browse their profiles, read reviews, and send a booking request. You can message sitters directly before booking to ensure they're the right fit.

Are sitters insured?

Yes, all bookings through Sittsy are covered by our Pet Care Protection program, which includes liability insurance and 24/7 support.

What if I need to cancel?

We offer flexible cancellation policies. Review the specific sitter's cancellation policy before booking, and contact support if you need help.

How much does pet sitting cost?

Prices vary by location, service type, and sitter experience. Browse available services above to see current price ranges in your area.
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