Pet Sitting In Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk
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In-Home Pet Sitting That Keeps Care Familiar in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk
When you’re away, your pet’s day should continue with as little disruption as possible, and professional pet sitting in Virginia Beach can help make that possible. Our in-home pet sitting services support pets across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk by keeping care familiar, routines intact, and expectations clear.
Whether your pet requires medication, follows a specific feeding schedule, or simply does best in their own environment, our care team works from detailed instructions and your pet's established routine. Pet sitting visits are structured around the routine your pet already knows, with essential care completed first and remaining time used for play, enrichment, and attention.
For dogs, three to four visits per day maintain normal relief intervals, exercise, and routine. Many clients also rely on our daily dog walking services during the workweek to maintain that same structure when they are not traveling.
When pet sitting for cats we recommend one to two visits per day depending on temperament, feeding routines, and number of other household pets. Each visit focuses on litter box cleaning, feeding, play sessions, and couch cuddles while maintaining the quiet, predictable environment cats prefer.
Our pet sitting visits in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Norfolk come in four core service tiers. Essential Care, Standard Care, Extended Care and Specialized Care visits are $24, $27, $30 and $39 per visit. Overnight Care, Hourly Care, and Pet Nanny services are also available for pets that require increased companionship.
Since 2015 we have observed that pets settle more easily when everything around them feels familiar, and that is the structure and routine our pet sitting visits offer to the pet parents of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk.
What You Can Expect
In-home pet sitting visits aligned with your pet’s routine
Medication administration and documented reports to keep your pet on schedule
Walks, play, and attention appropriate to your pet’s needs
Real-time pet sitting visit notes and photos delivered through our Time to Pet platform
Basic house sitting tasks, clean-up, and ongoing observation during each pet sitting visit
Stable Hands Pet Care & Services provides licensed, bonded, and insured in-home pet sitting designed to maintain your pet's routine while you’re away, so nothing important at home is left to chance.
Have additional questions about scheduling, emergencies, medication, or travel delays? Visit our FAQ page for detailed answers.
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 schedule visits to match your pet’s routine while you’re away.
Consistent, Familiar Care
The same neighborhood team cares for your pets and gets to know them over time.
Continuing Care
When you travel, schedule work travel, welcome a new pet, or your pet’s needs evolve, we continue caring for your pets through life's changes.
Pet Sitting Rates
Essential Care (10-15 Minutes)
$24 per visit
Standard Care (20-30 Minutes)
$27 per visit
Extended Care (30-45 Minutes)
$30 per visit
Specialized Care (45-60 Minutes)
$39 per visit
Hourly Care Rate
$52
Pet Nanny Services
$52 for the first hour
$26 for each additional hour
Overnights
$185 per night
Benefits of Our Pet Sitting
In-home care in a familiar environment
Consistent with established routines
Appropriate for pets with medical or special care needs
Frequency Discounts
Book 10 Visits Per Calendar Month
Save $5.00 and $0.50 per each additional visit up to 19 visits.
Book 20 Visits Per Calendar Month
Save $20.00 and $1.00 per each additional visit up to 29 visits.
Book 30 Visits Per Calendar Month
Save $45.00 and $1.50 per each additional visit.
Package Pricing
20 Essential Care visits: $456
20 Standard Care visits: $513
20 Extended Care visits: $570
60 Essential Care visits: $1,296
60 Standard Care visits: $1,458
60 Extended Care visits: $1,620
VIP Pricing: For an additional $5 shorten the arrival window to an hour or for any visit requested within 48 hours.
Other Services
Dog Walking
Our dog walking services provide dependable, structured care that fits seamlessly into your day.
Pet First Aid Classes
Hands-on training designed to help pet owners respond confidently in emergency situations.
Cat Sitting
Our Cat Sitting provides litter box cleaning, play sessions, feeding, and medication that maintains your cat's normal routine while you’re away.
Book pet care
Pet sitting rates vary based on the level of care, visit length, and frequency required. Services range from short daily visits to more comprehensive care plans that include overnight stays and multiple visits throughout the day.
Rather than fitting pets into a preset package, we build care plans around your pet’s normal routine, medical needs, and schedule. This allows pricing to reflect the care actually provided.
For specific pricing questions or to discuss what level of care is appropriate for your pet, we’re happy to walk through the options with you.