Our Story

When Becky started her company in her townhouse basement in 1998, she was a one-woman show determined to provide excellent care for pets and people throughout the Northern Virginia area. Armed with business books and the knowledge that working with pets made her happiest, Becky dedicated her efforts to growing a world-class, care-based professional pet business that delivers an excellent experience for pets and people alike.

Twenty-five years later, Becky's Pet Care is a leading pet care provider in Northern Virginia, with 60 employees and over 2,500 clients, and is considered one of the largest privately held pet care companies in the United States.

Becky’s Pet Care now occupies a commercial office location. It ensures that their fully-staffed administrative team and local pet care professionals provide outstanding care for pets and peace of mind for clients all over the region.

From Alexandria to Woodbridge, Arlington to Sterling, Ashburn to Manassas, and all points in between in Northern Virginia, we expertly provide comprehensive, in-home pet care programs from your first call through every service along the way.

We believe in delivering great experiences for pets, clients, staff members, and the community. We do what’s right and pride ourselves on thorough procedures, attention to detail, and deep pet knowledge. We love what we do and aim to touch everything with care.

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When I opened on November 1, 1998, I didn’t know we’d grow into what we are today, but I knew we’d always prioritize care for pets and peace of mind for their owners.
— Becky O’Neil, Founder

Building positive relationships is our love language.

We support or are affiliated with national and local organizations that are devoted to pets and their people.

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    Pet Sitters International Member

  • aspca logo

    ASPCA

  • FetchFind logo

    FetchFind

  • the humane society of the united states logo

    Humane Society

  • national association of professional pet sitters logo

    NAPPS

  • the national capital area of professional pet sitters network logo

    National Capital Professional Pet Sitters Network

We’re honored to be recognized as a winner of multiple awards.

Such as "Best of Pet Care” from the Washingtonian and Northern Virginia magazines, including the 2018 “Best Dog Walker” by Northern Virginia Magazine. We have nine consecutive Angie's List Super Service awards. Nationally, we were named the 2013 National Association of Professional Pet Sitters Business of the Year (NAPPS).

  • top pet care provider 2022 Washingtonian award

    2022 Washingtonian Top Pet Care

  • top pet care provider 2020 Washingtonian magazine award

    2020 Washingtonian Top Pet Care

  • angie's list 2018 super service award

    2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award

  • northern virginia magazine's 2018 best of nova award

    2018 Best of NOVA

  • angie's list 9 consecutive years super service award

    Angie’s List Super Service Award

  • national association of professional pet sitters 2013 business of the year award

    2013 NAPPS Business of the Year

Becky’s Pet Care is a top-notch business. I’ve been using Becky’s for over 20 years... back when Becky herself walked our dogs! They assign a pet sitter based on your location. This is nice because you always have the same person and they get to know your pets and your preferences. They also provide a lock-box service, so I never worry about whether or not they will lose my key. I always come home to find my pets happy and well cared for.
I can always tell by the daily diaries that they actually took the time to visit with my pets because the activities they describe always match my pets’ personalities. The pet sitters go above and beyond...checking in after returning and leaving notes about anything else that they noticed about the house, etc. while we were out. Our pet sitter even rinses out the cat food cans instead of throwing them out, so I can see that my cat ate, and so they don’t smell. Becky’s is reliable and goes above and beyond to reassure you that your pets (and home) are cared for. I can go away without the stress of worrying about my pets.
— Barbara S., location