Dog walking & pet sitting in Virginia Beach

Dog walking & pet sitting in Virginia Beach

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Professional dog walking and pet sitting in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk since 2015.

 

Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Services

Dog Walking in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk

Dog Walking

Stable Hands Pet Care’s dog walking services are tailored to your dog’s needs. Whether that’s a quick potty break or a longer walk through the neighborhood, each private dog walking visit is focused on attention, relief, and steady mental stimulation. Your dog’s day stays balanced and familiar.

Pet Sitting in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk

Pet Sitting

Since 2015, Stable Hands Pet Care’s pet sitting services have helped pets stay comfortable in their own home while their people are away. Whether your pet needs a series of drop-in visits or overnight care, each pet sitting plan is customized to maintain familiar routines. Your pet stays settled, and you can enjoy your time away without added stress.

Cat Sitting in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk

Cat Sitting

Stable Hands Pet Care provides trusted, in-home cat sitting for local families while they’re away. From litter care and mealtime routines to quiet companionship and medication support for shy or senior cats, our team is experienced with a wide range of needs and temperaments. Whether your cat is social or prefers to keep their distance, we meet them where they are, with patience, experience, and calm, attentive cat sitting care.

How it works

Start with a Meet & Greet
We walk through your pet’s routine, your home setup, and exactly how each visit should go.

Set Your Visit Schedule
We put your visits on the calendar based on your pet’s routine and needs.

Consistent, Familiar Care
The same neighborhood team cares for your pets and gets to know them over time.

Continuing Care
When you travel, start a new work schedule, welcome a new pet, or your pet’s needs evolve, we continue caring for your pets through life's changes.

Partners in Pet Care

Since 2015, Stable Hands Pet Care and Services has served thousands of pets and families across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk.

From your first call, we take time to understand your pet’s personality, preferences, and daily routine. During our complimentary meet and greet, we begin building familiarity and comfort, because trust matters as much as food and walks.

During every dog walking, pet sitting, and cat sitting visit, you receive real-time updates, photos, and clear notes about your pet’s day. You know how they’re doing and that they’re being cared for with attention and care.

Each customized visit includes:

• Dog potty breaks or cat litter care
• Fresh water and feeding
• Medication administration when needed
• Basic home care such as mail pickup, trash bin handling, and light or blind rotation

Whether you have a single cat or a multi-species household, our Pet CPR and First Aid Certified team provides dependable, compassionate dog walking and pet sitting care so your pets stay settled while you’re away, and you can leave worry at the front door.

Testimonials

WHAT YOUR VIRGINIA BEACH, CHESAPEAKE, & NORFOLK NEIGHBORS ARE SAYING..

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Lynn Hattery
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Have been delighted with the care and consistent quality of service for about 10 years now! Thank you!!

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Thank you very much for your kind review. We will make sure to let the team know.
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Elaine Alfiero
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They provide caring loving service to my cats and send me daily pics and updates. Couldn't ask for better service.

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Thank you so much for the kind review. We will make sure to pass it on to the team. They have all loved caring for your cats over the years.
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Kim Smith
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The folks at Stable Hands are fantastic to work with, and I always feel confident that my pups are being looked after while I’m away. I mainly use their Basic Care service for potty outs and play time during long work days, and I love the post visit reports and photo. They’ve also been very flexible and accommodating for last minute changes. They’ve also price is reasonable for the level of service they provide. Really grateful to have found them!

Owner's reply
Kim, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re glad our visits help give you peace of mind during long work days and that the reports and photos help you stay connected with your pups while you’re away. We truly appreciate your trust in Stable Hands and are grateful to be your partners in pet care!
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Barbara Tierney
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Stable Hands has been a wonderful resource for our two Schnauzers. We can depend on Stable Hands to be there when we can not.

Owner's reply
Thank you for your kind review. We always enjoy our time with your two.
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Courtney Kelly
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So happy we found Stable Hands for my two dogs. My old ladies are in excellent care when we are away. As they age, it’s hard to leave them. Our friends at Stable Hands make sure they use their ramps, take their pills , and get plenty of belly rubs. They are also excellent communicators.

Owner's reply
Thank you so much, Courtney! We know how hard it can be to leave senior pets, especially as their care needs change. We’re so glad we can help your girls stay comfortable with their familiar routines, ramps, medications, and plenty of belly rubs while you’re away. Thank you for trusting our team to care for them!
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Laurie Terry
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Stable Hands again, 110%!! They care for our animals so well and we have 5. This time was a little lighter with just the three cats but the weather was awful this week while we were gone and my cats are indoor/outdoor. I received pictures everyday of every cat. I really appreciate the time and attention Stable Hands gives to our animals. 🤗🐾💖

Owner's reply
Laurie, thank you for continuing to trust us with your crew! Whether we’re caring for all five or just the three cats, we know how important it is to make sure everyone is seen, comfortable, and cared for, especially during difficult weather. We’re so glad the daily photos and updates gave you peace of mind while you were away. Your continued support and appreciation mean so much to our team!
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Rita Banks
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First time leaving our cat at home while we went on a family trip! We got to meet the sitter prior to leaving. And she was so professional, provided communication and photos at every visit! She was kind enough to pull up our trash can and check our mail. I wasn’t sure how our cat would react when we got home - happy or mad - and she was in such a good mood, which made me feel comfortable leaving her at home again! I am glad we were introduced to Stable Hands! They will take great care of your pets while you are away!

Owner's reply
Rita, thank you for trusting us with your cat’s care for your first trip away! We’re so glad meeting the sitter beforehand, along with the updates and photos at each visit, helped you feel comfortable. Hearing that your cat was happy and relaxed when you returned is exactly what we hope for—familiar surroundings, a steady routine, and thoughtful care while you’re away. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to being your partners in pet care for future trips!
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julie brown
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We have used stable hands for our cat care for YEARS! They are amazing! Online booking and paying makes it super easy. The best is getting daily updates and pictures while we are gone. I trust them 100% and highly recommend them!

Owner's reply
Julie, thank you so much for trusting us with your cats for all these years! We’re glad the online booking and payment process makes planning care easier, and that the daily updates and photos give you peace of mind while you’re away. Your continued trust and recommendation mean so much to our entire team!