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We also offer professional cat sitting in your home.
Explore Richmond Area Cat Sitting
Enter your ZIP code and select the care you need to see whether we serve your area.
We match dog parents across the Richmond area — including Richmond, Short Pump, Glen Allen, Midlothian, and nearby Central Virginia communities.
30, 45, or 60-minute visits for potty breaks, meals, fresh water, playtime, companionship, and home check-ins.
2-, 3-, 4- or 8-hour visits for dogs who need more time, attention, and companionship.
10-12 hour overnight stays to help dogs stay comfortable at home with evening, nighttime, and morning care.
Live-in dog care for dogs who need more supervision, companionship, and help keeping their normal home routine.
30, 45, 60, or 90-minute walks for exercise, potty breaks, leash time, and routine daytime care.
Professional in-home dog care designed around your dog’s routine, comfort, and daily needs.
Private dog sitting and walks that keep your dog comfortable at home.
Meals, walks, potty breaks, and care instructions stay on schedule.
Background-checked, insured dog sitters and walkers you can feel good about.
Don’t see your city listed? Contact us to check availability in your area.
See why Richmond area dog parents trust The Comforted Kitty for reliable dog sitting and private dog walking.
You’ll always meet your sitter in person before your booking.
For many dogs, staying home helps reduce stress, protect their routine, and avoid the overstimulation of boarding, daycare, or group care.
Dog sitting and private dog walking work especially well for:
Potty breaks, walks, and check-ins for dogs in smaller or high-density living spaces.
Reliable in-home dog care while you’re away for work trips, vacations, or regular travel.
Gentle support for older dogs who need familiar surroundings, slower routines, or extra patience.
Support for medications and special care routines.
A calmer option for dogs who get stressed by boarding, daycare, or unfamiliar group settings.
Private dog walks and daytime visits for workdays, long shifts, appointments, or packed schedules.
Submit your dates, location, service type, and care details. We confirm availability and match you with a local dog sitter or private walker.
Schedule a free in-home Meet & Greet to review your dog’s routine, care instructions, leash/walk details, and home access.
Your caregiver follows your instructions and keeps your dog’s routine as consistent as possible.
The Comforted Kitty also provides professional in-home cat sitting.
Personalized drop-in visits, extended daytime care, overnight stays, and live-in house sitting for cats who are most comfortable at home.
Have both cats and dogs at home? Tell us about every pet in your household, and we’ll match you with a qualified caregiver.
Submit your service request with your dates, location, dog care needs, and any special instructions. We’ll review availability and match you with a local dog sitter or private dog walker when coverage is available.
We serve many cities and neighborhoods across the Richmond region. Availability can vary by location, service type, and caregiver schedule, so contact us if you do not see your city listed.
Pricing depends on the service type and visit length. The Comforted Kitty offers drop-in dog sitting visits, private dog walks, overnight dog sitting, and 24-hour house sitting. You can view current rates on our dog sitting rates page and dog walking rates page.
When available, we match you with the same caregiver for consistency. Availability can depend on your sitter’s personal schedule, location, service dates, and your dog’s care needs.
Many caregivers can help with medications, but availability depends on the medication type, your dog’s needs, and the caregiver’s experience. Your sitter or walker will review medication instructions during the booking process and Meet & Greet.
For many dogs, yes. In-home dog care helps dogs stay in familiar surroundings, follow their usual routine, and avoid the stress of boarding, daycare, group walks, or unfamiliar dogs. It is especially helpful for senior dogs, anxious dogs, puppies, and dogs who do best with one-on-one care.
Yes. In addition to our specialized dog sitting and walking services, The Comforted Kitty offers professional in-home cat sitting in select Richmond area communities. Submit a request to confirm service in your area.
Travel knowing your dog can stay comfortable at home with professional in-home care. Free Meet & Greet included.
