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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Chesterfield, VA, 23832

Sarah has house sit/dog sit for us twice now and is absolutely amazing! She keeps us updated, sends pics, and makes sure the house is just as clean as we left it! Plus our fur babies loooovvveee her! We highly recommend hiring her! Thanks again Sarah!!!!

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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23831

Sabrina is such a fantastic pet sitter, a true God send! It was the first time we have ever left our boys alone with anyone and she was just fabulous!! She sent so many pictures, and kept us posted the entire time we were gone. She even took care of our lizards and fish for us. So reasonably priced and worth every penny. We will definitely be using her again and again and again!!!

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Cassidy R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
12 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23831

Cassidy was absolutely amazing with Juno! She gave me so many updates and pictures which I love as a nervous dog mom :) I could tell Juno was very loved and well taken care of when we got home. I would definitely book with Cassidy again!

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Crystal A.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
10 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23831

"I cannot recommend Crystal enough! She took wonderful care of our dog Rigby and our home while we were away — the house was spotless when we got back. Crystal provided regular updates, photos, and even videos so we never had to worry. Our flight got in late and she happily stayed later to make sure Rigby was taken care of. She's responsive, kind, and clearly loves what she does. We'll definitely be booking her again!

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Meghan T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23831

It was not easy leaving my dogs but I knew they were in good hands the minute I met Meghan. She took great care of my dogs and sent me detailed updates. I highly recommend Meghan and will definitely use her again!

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Jordan D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Chesterfield, VA, 23832

Jordan was amazing! This was our first time using Rover and we were a little nervous but our fears were unfounded! Jordan stayed in contact through the whole stay and our pups were very comfortable with her. She did an amazing job with both our 4 month old puppy who can be a bit of a terror and our 8 year old beagle. Will definitely be using her in the future!

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Zander M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
6 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23220

Zander was great! He took great care of my two kitties and my house. :)

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Journei F.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23234

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Mia M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23831

Mia was absolutely INCREDIBLE!!!!! She would constantly send picture updates and made me feel secure as a nervous dog mommy. I will definitely hire her again and will recommend her to anyone needing a petsitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mary M.
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Mary M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23235

Very friendly and responsible. She took great care of my pupper and was very communicative. Would definitely work with Mary again 😊

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Sitter Profile Image: Samariah H.
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Samariah H.
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$37
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4 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23224

About: I have experience caring for dogs through both long-term and everyday responsibilities, including helping raise my aunt’s dog from puppyhood and regularly caring for my boyfriend’s dog. My responsibilities have included walking, feeding, playtime, maintaining routines, and providing companionship to help pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while their owners are away. What sets me apart from other sitters is the level of care and attention I give to each pet individually. I understand that being away from their owner can be stressful for some animals, so I focus on creating a calm, reassuring, and positive environment where they feel secure and loved. My experience caring for puppies has also taught me patience, consistency, and the importance of paying close attention to behavior, routines, and energy levels. I treat every pet with the same care, compassion, and responsibility I would want for my own animals. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because I already spend a lot of time caring for my own cats. I make sure they’re fed, comfortable, and getting plenty of attention and playtime throughout the day. I even take my cat on walks, so I’m very attentive to both physical activity and emotional enrichment. Caring for animals is something I genuinely enjoy, so being patient, observant, and consistent with their routines comes very naturally to me. II believe pets communicate their needs through their behavior and body language, so I always pay close attention to make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and understood. I respect each pet’s boundaries while also giving them plenty of attention, playtime, and care. In both my home and a client’s home, I focus on keeping pets comfortable, maintaining their routine, and making sure they don’t feel lonely or stressed while their owner is away.

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Savanna G.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23234

Savanna was great! She took excellent care of our senior cats and our house while we were away. Super communicative and kind. Cats liked her immediately! :)

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Janet S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
20 repeat clients
35 years of experience
North Chesterfield, VA, 23234

Janet was amazing with our anxious pup, and we cannot thank her enough. She gave our pup space and time to adjust without pressure; she also gave us regular updates and reassurance.

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Michelle C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
10 years of experience
Midlothian, VA, 23832

Michelle was great to work with! She was very communicative, sent lots of pictures, and took amazing care of the house. We came home to two very happy and well cared for doggies :)

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Leeyah E.
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$25
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5 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23237

About: My love for animals started at a young age! My mom and I were apart of an organization that transported dogs from kill shelters in the South to non-kill shelters in New York. I have 5 dogs, a horse, and a rabbit. I previously worked at a boarding facility for cats and dogs. I currently work as a vet assistant under Mission Pet Health. I am a junior at VSU and a first year student at Penn Foster to become a veterinary technician. I am dedicated to helping, improving, and supporting the level and quality of care that my clients need! I currently work part time as a veterinary assistant. I have a flexible schedule where I can assist clients with pet-sitting. I am available on weekends and holidays as well! I do not plan on bringing other dogs in my house because I have 5 dogs already, however the high quality of care that I provide for my own dogs will reflect the care that I provide for others!

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Le'Yana O.
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$38
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4.7 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
8 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Midlothian, Richmond, VA, 23224

Le’Yana was amazing ! My first time using the app to book someone to watch my dog and I don’t regret it ! Very sweet women , definitely would be booking her again . Thank you

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Sitter Profile Image: Peyton B.
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Peyton B.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
20 years of experience
Jackson Ward, Midlothian, VA, 23112

About: Growing up my family always had at least one or more pets of various breeds so I have 20+ years of experience around animals. I have cared for dogs, cats, fish, lizards, rabbits, goats, and hedgehogs. Personally, my husband & I have 2 dogs currently, 9 & 10 years old, one having epilepsy & is dependent on medication. I have helped raise/care for/train puppies, kittens, baby rabbits, & baby goats. The only pet I'm not comfortable with is snakes, my little sister has one but I only look at it from 3ft away in its enclosure, haha. I work part time Tu/W/Th 8A - 5P, I do not mind caring for pets those days, however I will be gone all day. Otherwise, I'm available for your pets needs! My personal routine with my pets: My husband helps me care for our pets daily but his schedule is a bit different than mine, so our dogs are let out at least within 4-6 hours those days. Otherwise, we let them out every 2-4 depending on their needs (which they have been trained to lets us know if they need to go sooner). Our medical dog is on a 12 hr medication schedule. I'd prefer to care in my clients home due to one of my dogs having a reactive past, it was quite a transition when we inherited our other dog. If you have a specific routine, I'm ready to follow it to the T! I'm comfortable walking dogs on leash, hanging out/playing with them in a fenced yard, or just chilling inside. As mentioned, I have experience with medically dependent pets. I have an escape artist, so I'm always vigilant of their proximity to me and prepared to run/chase in the event something happens. I can stay at the home with the pets or I can visit throughout the day!

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Abreya K.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
18 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23831

We needed a pet sitter last minute due to our other option not working out. I found Aubrey and she was absolutely amazing! Our pups had a great time with her. She was respectful of our house and requirements and I can’t say more than great things about her. She even brought them treats and a toy! Thank you again and look forward to booking with you in the future.

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Rebecca R.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
3 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23831

Rebecca was an absolutely wonderful sitter for our pups! She was incredibly attentive, made sure all of their needs were met, and gave them so much love and care. Our dogs can be a bit high-energy and challenging at times, but she handled them with ease and confidence. From brushing them to bringing them toys and treats, Rebecca went above and beyond to make sure they felt happy, comfortable, and loved while we were away. It was clear that she genuinely cared for them and treated them like her own. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for exceptional pet care!

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Miranda J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23234

Communicative, friendly, left our home clean. And, most importantly, she took such good care of our furballs! Even my most shy cat came out quickly for her! I'd definitely book her again!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah was absolutely amazing. We are so glad we found her. She sent lots of photos, stayed in touch with us the whole time and even washed the sheets and blankets from the guest room she stayed in! We look forward to her taking such good care of our pup again for our son’s wedding. It is such a relief to know your precious animals are in good hands. Judging from the way Zeus was looking at her in the photos he can’t wait either! 🐾

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Cassandra S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

"I cannot recommend Crystal enough! She took wonderful care of our dog Rigby and our home while we were away — the house was spotless when we got back. Crystal provided regular updates, photos, and even videos so we never had to worry. Our flight got in late and she happily stayed later to make sure Rigby was taken care of. She's responsive, kind, and clearly loves what she does. We'll definitely be booking her again!

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Chris M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This was our first time using Jennifer and she did a great job with Bogart. He took to her right away and she sent lots of pictures which showed he was obviously very comfortable with her. She was on time and very easy to communicate with and left the house neat and tidy. Would definitely recommend.!

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Lisa F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kiara was amazing! she was very responsive, followed directions thoroughly, and I knew our pups were in good hands. She dealt with our shepherds reactivity with grace. our house also looked exactly as we had left it. I would absolutely book her again without hesitation.

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Rachel P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Phyllis did a fabulous job with our two dogs while we were away this past weekend. Callie & Howie can be wary of strangers, but they very quickly trusted Phyllis. We look forward to other trips knowing our fur babies will be in good hands.

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Michele P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brenda is a literal angel on earth. I know we will never find someone else even remotely close to how amazing she is to house sit and watch our dogs for us. If you book with Brenda, you will be giving your pets and yourself a luxury service. Our two dogs are 1.5yrs and 9mos and Old English Bulldogs. They are clever, stubborn, sweet, smart and all the things. I’m home every day with them between night shifts and am well aware of the challenges, constant upkeep, entertaining them, etc., I left instructions regarding what a normal day looks like at our home for Brenda and she blew my husband and I out of the water as far as dog parenting goes! She did enrichment activities, lots of exercise, training, critical thinking skills, and was with them the entire time we were gone minus some short errands. We’ve never left our dogs before and had to make a somewhat last minute, very stressful trip to visit family. I was so anxious and Brenda’s presence, her updates, and great conversations took the anxiety away the very first day we were gone. It was the best feeling! I knew we didn’t have to worry about anything at all other than spending time with my family. Coming home, excited to see our dogs, we walked into a house that appeared as if a cleaning service came, fresh cookies made on the counter for us, and two very relaxed, well behaved, sleepy dogs who obviously had a long day of fun! All we had to do was unpack and relax with our babies!!! I cannot recommend Brenda enough!!!! We are hoping she wants to come back. She did 50000% more than we ever would’ve asked of someone. And if we were rich, I would offer her a full time position in our lives as our dog nanny, trainer, bestie for the dogs and housekeeper!!! Thank you so, so, so much!!!! <3

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Kylee N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We don't leave our dog often at all, if ever. Cassidy made us and Sunny the pup, feel so welcomed and confident. We left Sunny knowing that above all, she would feel love! She seemed very relaxed in the pictures and when we came home, no anxiety at all ! We will definitely have Cassidy visit Sunny again soon !

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Karen M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

The week before our trip, Rebecca came to meet Paintball and get familiar with our home and the cat care supplies and routine. Paintball can be hesitant around strangers, but they quickly became friends! While we were away, Rebecca was excellent at communicating with me and she sent us many pictures of Paintball living her best kitty cat life. She even gave her a thorough brushing! Our house was just as we left it and Paintball appeared to be well cared for while we were away :) We would be happy to use her services again in the future.

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Chrystie R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rangeen is a true dog lover. My dog slept with her and doesn't sleep with me! He was in good spirits when I got home. Rangeen sent regular photos and updates. Will book with her again!

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Fran T.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Afton on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 1,424 house sitters in Afton. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of Afton house sitters respond in under an hour.

House sitters in Afton have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Afton.

Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Afton house sitters are great for:

  • Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
  • Cats and caged pets
  • Pet parents on a tight schedule
  • Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away

Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

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We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.