CRITTER SITTER OF VA PET CARE IN THE FREDERICKSBURG REGION
Dog Walking & Pet Sitting for Healthcare Professionals
Critter Sitter of VA provides professional in-home pet sitting, cat sitting, house sitting and dog walking services throughout Fredericksburg, Stafford County, Spotsylvania County, and King George County, Virginia.
Pet Sitting & Dog Walking for Healthcare Workers in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania & King George
We understand how hard it can be to entrust your critters to someone else.
Your dog can't wait 12 hours. Your cats can't skip a feeding because your shift ran long. And you can't leave a patient to handle it yourself.
Trusted by nurses, medical professionals and healthcare workers throughout Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George for reliable dog walking and in-home pet sitting.
Pet Care for Fredericksburg Healthcare Pros
Whether you work at Mary Washington Hospital, Stafford Hospital, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, Fredericksburg VA Health Care Center, Kaiser Permanente, or our local urgent care center, medical practice, rehabilitation facility, our team understands the realities of healthcare schedules.
Maybe you commute to one of the facilities outside our area? That adds even more hours to your already long shift. Don't worry - we can help you too.
Long shifts, overnight coverage, weekends, holidays, and unexpected overtime are all part of the job. Reliable pet care should be one less thing to worry about.
WE'RE COMMITTED TO:
Priority scheduling
Multi-day shift coverage
Holiday and weekend coverage when no family backup is available
Medication administration - oral, injectable, and special protocols
Multi-pet households with dogs, cats, and other animals
Full photo journal after every visit
A licensed professional business - not an app, not a side gig, not a neighbor
Who we serve
Trusted by nurses, medical professionals and healthcare workers throughout Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George for reliable dog walking and in-home pet sitting.
HOSPITAL NURSES & SHIFT WORKERS
Hospital nurses and clinical staff throughout Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George can rely on our flexible pet care and vetted pet sitters for total peace of mind during long 12-hour shifts.
MEDICAL SPECIALISTS & SURGEONS
Medical professionals and specialists working at Mary Washington Hospital, Stafford Hospital, and Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center can secure professional dog walking and pet sitting from a fully insured and bonded pet care company.
PRIMARY CARE & CLINICAL TEAMS
Healthcare providers at Kaiser Permanente and Fredericksburg VA Health Care Center receive unmatched reliability from our dedicated team, providing trusted pet sitting services that seamlessly adapt to busy daytime appointments.
URGENT CARE & ER PROFESSIONALS
On-call doctors, emergency responders, and urgent care staff can protect their schedules with our dependable pet sitting business, offering rapid-response booking and guaranteed care that never cancels during a medical crisis.
REHABILITATION & THERAPY SPECIALISTS
Therapists and specialists at local rehabilitation facilities and private medical practices enjoy premier house sitting and pet care built on absolute discretion, professional accountability, and consistent, familiar caretakers.
HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP & EXECUTIVES
Healthcare administrators and medical executives trust our premium local pet care services for unmatched accountability and elevated estate awareness, keeping their homes secure while they manage regional health systems.
HOW WE CAN HELP
Service menu
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LET'S GET YOU STARTED
Complete our Client Intake Form and provide us with some information about your pet(s) and the service(s) you’re interested in.
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REQUEST A MEET-AND-GREET
Fetch us a day & time for an optional meet & greet — then we’ll take it from there!
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SCHEDULE SERVICES
Once you receive your Client Portal invitation email, complete your new client & pet profiles, submit your service dates and sit back while we do the rest!
Flexible Dog Walking
Flexible, reliable dog walks by background-checked team members who keep your dog on routine while you handle demanding 12-hour hospital shifts.
Dog walks that go the extra mile (literally)! Whether your pup needs a quick potty break or a longer adventure, our professional dog walking services in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George keep tails wagging while you're away.
Our experienced dog walkers tailor each stroll to your pup’s age, personality and energy level. Got a furry ball of energy? We’ve got extended walks to help them burn it off and wag it out!
Each standard visit may include a walk, water and food refills, medication or supplement administration and treats upon request — plus loads of nose-boops and belly rubs! After every GPS-tracked walk, you'll get a personalized update and adorable photos of your pup so you never miss a moment.
Dependable Pet Sitting
Extended in-home care during long shifts or travel—a trusted, vetted professional who ensures your pets are safe, fed, and loved around the clock.
Your critter’s care is our top priority. We provide in-home pet sitting services in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George to keep your pet comfortable, stress-free and happy in the place they love most.
We understand that each pet has unique needs, so every visit is customized to your preferences. Depending on the pet sitting service and your requests, visits may include a potty break (or quick walk), water and food refills, caged pet care, medication or supplement administration, litter box scooping and treats upon request — plus playtime and cuddles!
After every GPS-tracked visit, you’ll get a personalized update and adorable photos of your critter so you never miss a moment.
ALL PET SITTING VISITS INCLUDE:
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Mail/newspaper/package retrieval
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Rotate trash/recycling cans
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Rotate lights/windows
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Light indoor plant watering
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Heat lamp/light rotation
Pricing & Details
Our multi-pet homes are included in one flat fee! No upcharge per pet. Our fees reflect the time needed to ensure proper care & socialization for all animals.
STANDARD VISIT: $29-$31
30 minutes - $29
30 minutes - $31 for 2+ pets
Early AM/Late PM add'l $5
Perfect for:
Routine care | Multi-pet homes
PLUS VISIT: $40
45 minutes
Perfect for:
Extended care | Larger Multi-pet homes
SMALL PETS: $20
20 minutes
Perfect for:
Small critters (cage or tank only)
Trusted Cat Sitting
Complete, worry-free cat sitting tailored to your medical schedule, provided by a reliable, vetted professional who keeps your cat's routine perfectly on track.
Whether you're away for a weekend or an extended trip, your cat deserves to stay comfortable in the place they know best.
Our in-home cat sitting visits throughout Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George provide personalized cat care that keeps your feline's routine consistent while giving you complete peace of mind.
Every cat is different, so each visit is tailored to their unique personality and needs. Visits can include fresh food and water, litter box scooping, medication or supplement administration and treats upon request — plus playtime and cuddles!
After every GPS-tracked visit, you'll receive a personalized update and adorable photos of your cat, so you never miss a moment.
ALL CAT SITTING VISITS INCLUDE:
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Mail/newspaper/package retrieval
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Rotate trash/recycling cans
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Rotate lights/windows
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Light indoor plant watering
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Litter box scooping
Secure House Sitting
Overnight house sitting and property care during long shifts or medical conferences—a trusted, vetted professional who keeps your home secure and running smoothly while you are away.
When you're away, the last thing you want to worry about is your home in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, or King George .
Our house sitting visits are designed to give you total peace of mind. We’ll perform a property check and take care of any small tasks you need like bringing in mail, watering plants, adjusting lights or taking out the trash. Whether you’re on vacation or just away for the weekend, we’ve got your home covered.
HOUSE SITTING MAY INCLUDE:
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Security check
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Yard/gate/equipment check
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Weather check
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Mail/newspaper/package retrieval
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Rotate trash/recycling cans
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Rotate lights/windows
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Indoor and/or plant watering
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Heat lamp/light rotation
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Key service
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Service call waits
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Package deliveries
Our top FAQs
Can you care for my dog during a 12-hour nursing shift?
Yes. We provide midday dog walking and pet sitting visits designed specifically for healthcare professionals working long shifts.
Do you provide holiday pet care for healthcare workers?
Yes. We operate 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays.
Can you administer medications?
Yes. Our trained team can administer many medications according to your pet's care plan.
What if my shift runs late?
Healthcare schedules can change unexpectedly. We work with clients to provide dependable care when schedules shift.
Do you provide recurring dog walking and pet sitting for hospital staff?
Yes. Many of our recurring dog walking and pet sitting clients work in healthcare and rely on us for weekday visits.
TAILS OF SATISFACTION
“Simply amazing!!!”
“Updates with pictures at every visit, above-and-beyond genuine care, lots of play with our critters, mail and packages brought in, plants watered, etc. Critter Sitter will get our business every time we go out of town!!!!”
STACY H.
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