Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Care Service in Alexandria & Arlington
Since 1999, Doggywalker.Com.com has dedicated itself to providing exceptional pet care services in Alexandria and Arlington, Virginia. Our team consists of lifelong pet owners and experienced animal care professionals who prioritize your pet's well-being in their home environment. We maintain rigorous hiring standards, offering extensive training and tools to ensure professional-level care. As a licensed, bonded, and insured company, we are committed to maintaining industry-leading standards while fostering trust with our clients. Our services are designed to accommodate pets' routines through structured visits, medication management, and personalized attention. With decades of collective experience, including specialized certifications like Fear Free Professional Pet Sitting, we continuously refine our processes to enhance service delivery.Our leadership team's deep roots in animal welfare and operational expertise position us to deliver reliable, compassionate care. We maintain transparent communication through detailed visit reports and 24/7 on-call management support. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our employee development programs and pandemic response protocols. This combination of experience, specialized expertise, and client-focused approach has earned us a reputation as a trusted pet care provider in Northern Virginia.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Cat Sitting
Home Care
Overnight Visits
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of professional pet care experience in Northern Virginia
- Our certified Fear Free caregivers receive ongoing training in animal behavior
- We maintain 24/7 on-call management support for client emergencies
- Our bonded and insured services follow strict safety protocols
- We offer personalized care plans matching each pet's unique needs
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Professional Pet Sitters
What people say
Superior service
Reliable walkers
Detailed notes
Flexible scheduling
Genuine care
Services
Midday Dog Walking
Professional dog walking services provide structured exercise during work hours. Our caregivers offer 20-30 minute visits with flexible scheduling options for busy pet owners. Regular visits help maintain pets' routines while owners are at work. Clients appreciate consistent caregivers and detailed visit reports that keep them informed about their pet's activities and well-being.
Pet Sitting
Customized pet care services for extended absences include 30-45 minute visits with medication administration and plant watering. Our caregivers provide evening and morning visits to maintain pets' routines when owners travel. Clients receive personalized updates and home monitoring services during their absence.
Home Care Services
Comprehensive home care services include mail collection, plant watering, and security checks during owner absences. Our experienced team provides 10-60 minute visits with tiered pricing options for different service durations. Clients receive regular updates about their property's condition while they're away.
Cat Sitting
Specialized cat sitting services cater to feline companions' unique needs with dedicated caregivers. Our staff provides feeding, litter box maintenance, and playtime services while owners are away. Caregivers match their approach to each cat's personality for minimal stress during visits.
New Client Consultations
Complimentary initial consultations establish care protocols and logistical details before service commencement. Our management team meets pet owners to collect house keys, review pet care instructions, and answer questions about service options and billing procedures.
People
Kate Reich
Owner
Owner with 6+ years of experience at Doggywalker.Com.com. Former midday caregiver who expanded into management roles. Specializes in business development and caregiver training. Pet owner of five rescue animals with expertise in special needs pet care.
Ayse
Co-Owner
Co-Owner with 8+ years in pet care after previous hotel industry career. Background in animal rescue and plant rehabilitation. Responsible for Arlington team management. Pet parent to two adopted rescue dogs and former foster care coordinator.
Chris
Co-Owner
Co-Owner with international hospitality experience. Former Hostelling International manager with background in cultural education programs. Oversees operational aspects of the business while managing family responsibilities with his wife Ayse.
Beatrix
Manager
Dog Training Consultant with 10+ years in hospitality before transitioning to pet care. Specializes in canine behavior and rescue animal placement. Active in continuing education for improved pet owner communication and animal training techniques.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Alexandria, Arlington, and adjacent neighborhoods within Northern Virginia. Contact us for specific boundary confirmation.
How do consultations work?
Initial consultations are free and cover pet care instructions, billing questions, and key arrangements. They take 20-30 minutes during business hours.
What service packages are available?
We offer monthly contracts, flexible visit packages, and individual visits with various time options for different schedules.
Are caregivers background checked?
Yes, all caregivers undergo extensive interviews and background checks before working with our clients.
How do you handle emergencies?
Our management team is available 24/7 for client emergencies with on-call support for urgent pet care needs.
Can you care for cats?
Yes, we provide specialized cat sitting services with dedicated caregivers trained in feline behavior and care requirements.
Reviews (6)
Sherry Li
Dec 23, 2021
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I've been using Doggywalkers for a while now for all my out of town trips. They are so nice and professional, I'm able to schedule visits every time even in busy peak times. The price is the best in the area, and they send cute reports of each visit by email to me. Highly recommended for at home pet care.
Cynthia Young
May 10, 2021
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Simple Fantastic Service. I have had many ups/downs with dog walkers and finally over the past year have come to rely 100% on DoggyWalker. I have several dogs, often fosters with some challenges, and they can handle ALL -- calmly, professionally. What I love most is that my current dog walker has returned my call within minutes during an emergency.always ready to help, very flexible. This is the go-to service.
Phyllis Harwell
Feb 10, 2021
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Excellent midday dog walking services. They treat my pups as if they are their own and give them their full attention, love and care.
Andrea Rivera
Jan 15, 2020
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Horrible management. September 2019 - Innocent client dog killed and the caregiver seriously injured because of negligence of management. Clients are talked about badly by managers daily. Employment turn over is very high for caregivers and that alone is an obvious sign of the working conditions. No high standards of care for clients animals
Catherine M.
Jan 12, 2020
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We have been using doggywalker for the past 2 years and I love them. We will be moving soon and I am so sad. We consistently had the same dog walker for 1.5 years, but she was recently deployed. Robbyn returns your emails promptly and they have a very flexible cancellation policy. Our dog loves the dog walkers. They leave a quick note/or an email - whichever you prefer. We used rover and baroo in the past and the dog walkers were unreliable (cancelled on us a few times when it snowed) and inconsistent. Doggywalker you guys are the best and you will be missed!
Patrick R.
Aug 16, 2019
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Theo absolutely adores Heath, our doggy walker. One day I was home sick, lying in bed feeling sorry for myself, and Heath entered to walk Theo. Heath came through the door and greeted Theo loudly and lovingly with a "Theoooooo!" followed by lots of pets and love when Theo ran to him. When they returned, Heath continued to pamper Theo and give him treats and talk to him just like I do. Through all of this Heath didn't know I was home and sick. I am so happy that my precious pup is taken care of when I'm at work, and taken care of by people who genuinely love the dogs they walk!
