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“Christine took such amazing care of my two little ones. She sent me photos throughout my time away, and both dogs were relaxed and content the whole time. Couldn’t ask for more.”
“Jen was absolutely amazing! 10/10. We booked her with a short notice and she still came over the meet the dogs before we left. She kept us updated and even checked the mail and helped sit a package outside for me. She walked the dogs and fed them and snuggled them each day while we were gone! We came home and she had cleaned everything up and washed her bedding and made it all back up! She went above and beyond. Highly recommend Jen!”
“Stephanie was great looking over my dog Grady. She came by the house prior to house sitting to talk through everything to ensure my pup has a great time while I’m gone ? I will definitely contact Stephanie again for house sitting/boarding.”
“Out of this world amazing . Not enough words to explain. I was out of town for four days and Rachel was tasked with housesitting my three pitbull mixes and a Shih Tzu. The Shih Tzu also required ear and eye meds daily as well as sets of pills. It’s hard for me to even keep up with all of that and the Shih Tzu looked in better health than when I left him. She also noted when some of the meds were due to expire!!! My house was cleaner than how I left it and it’s such a relief coming back from vacation, not having to do a single thing. I ran out of dog treats and Rachel took the liberty upon herself to go out and replenish the dog treats and some food so I didn’t have to when I got back. I was provided the perfect blend of daily pics giving me additional comfort all was well. I am happy to write this review but at the same time conflicted because now everyone else will know how good she is and may not be available next time I need her……”
About: I have grown up with dogs an cats, I currently have a 1 year old puppy and 3 cats. Often times I end up dog sitting/ housesitting for my babysitting families and figured I should put myself out there for animal care too! I have plenty of love to go around! I currently am taking a gap semester and only work part time as a dance instructor giving me plenty of time to care for your fur babies! I have a 1 year old dog that LOVES meeting new dog friends which is perfect for trips to the dog park, pool, walks around town etc.
“Sean watched my older Frenchie for the weekend and I couldn’t be happier. Sean really went above and beyond! He stayed at my place and made sure my dog felt safe and loved including walking her, administering her meds, and spending the whole weekend with her. I will definitely be using Sean again and would highly recommend him!”
“Samantha was by far the best sitter we have ever had for our three German shepherds. We don't know Samantha at all and were in a pinch to find someone for a weekend trip so we looked into Sam. She was so quick to respond, knowledgeable, friendly, and even offered to come over and meet the pups to ensure they were comfortable with her before the trip. I could sit here all night and explain how good she was but if you are on this app looking for a sitter, its because you love your animals and if you're anything like me, you trust them. My oldest shepherd has the best instinct I've ever seen in a dog and he is always right about good and bad people. He usually takes time to warm up but the moment Sam walked through the door, he immediately ran up to her, wagged his tail, and wanted to play. That was enough for me to know, she is the best through and through. Book Sam if you want to enjoy your trips knowing your babies are taken care of from someone with a genuine love for animals. Thank you Sam ❤️”
“Polina did an amazing job watching our dog Cuddles for a week. We received pictures and videos daily. We returned to a happy dog who loves Polina. Thank you so much Polina, you are amazing and we are looking forward to book you again, so does Cuddles 😊”
“Blair took wonderful care of our two boisterous dogs over the holidays! We were gone for two weeks and we’ve never come home to happier, more content dogs. She updated us frequently on how they were doing, asked questions when they came up, and accommodated us when we wanted to extend our trip an extra day. We felt so good knowing our dogs and house were in good hands and will be recommending her to all of our dog parent friends!”
About: I have owned both dogs and cats my entire life. I've spent the last 4 years working as a manager in a dog daycare and boarding facility. I was responsible for the health and safety of each dog in our care. Proficient in caring for dogs of any age and administering oral medications as well as insulin shots, eye and ear medications. Well versed in dealing with difficult dogs, pack environments, first aid, regulations for inclement (extreme heat or cold) weather, leash control, basic obedience training. I currently have no time constriction and am willing to adjust my personal schedule to accommodate a clients specific needs regarding the care of their animals. I am unable to currently care for any animal in my home as I have 3 dogs, one of which is not accepting of any animal outside of his current pack members, and 3 cats. I can provide care in a clients home and will do so with the utmost respect of their animals and property.
“Paige took care of our babies for us over a long weekend. She was great about keeping us updated on her plans, as well as sending us super cute pictures of our dogs. Our dogs often travel with us and we don’t leave them behind very much. This trip, that just wasn’t a feasible option. Thanks to Paige, being away from them was much easier. We came home to our house being neat, our dogs being happy, and our piece of mind being calm and clear. Thank you, Paige! Piglet and Hazel said they had a great time!”
“Ariel is our go-to for taking care of our home and dogs while we’re away. We can’t recommend her enough and are so grateful for her and the love she shows our girls when we’re away!”
“Andrew and Evelyn were fantastic with both Beasley and myself. I will use them again and again.”
“Miriam has watched my puppies multiple times and she’s always fantastic with them. Sends lots of pictures, goes the extra mile to make sure they’re happy, communicates quickly, and usually stays at my place until I’m about to come home. Will keep asking her to watch them!”
“Madison was great! We felt completely comfortable leaving our dogs with her. She even cleaned up after herself and washed the bedding! I would recommend Madison to anyone looking for a great in home dog sitter!”
About: I've taken care of dogs, cats, and reptiles for over ten years. Neighbors, friends, and family have relied on me to walk, feed and bathe their pets. I currently work a full-time job that has a flexible schedule so that I'm able to take care of your pets when needed. I am free throughout the week, and I have no problem in taking last minute jobs. Before taking a job I personally like to meet with clients to discuss everything that is needed to care for their pets, and will always update owners on anything that happens while watching after their fur babies.
“We are so grateful to Brittany for taking the best care of our dog Ace and cat Bobby over the long weekend at our house! We got updates at least twice a day on how they were doing, and lots of pictures of two happy pets! She sat outside in the yard with our dog Ace to enjoy the sunshine (something he loves!) and she also took him to the park several times! She was very patient with Ace when it took him some time to warm up to her too. You can tell she's knowledgeable about animals, and loves to be around them! She took great care of our house as well, and we just can't thank her enough!”
About: We are looking to make some extra money and love animals so Rover was the perfect fit! Sarah is a neurodevelopmental and behavioral psychologist at CCHMC and Julian is a newly medically retired army vet. Our schedules are pretty flexible so we can usually accommodate families between the two of us! We have a rescue pup at my home who isn’t great with dogs, but we’d love to drop in and walk your pet! Sarah works full time during the week- but her schedule is flexible based on clinics. Julian is currently finding work and working some manual labor jobs. Your animal would not go longer than 6 hours without being let out! We like to follow the animals normal routine as much as possible. We will give lots of love, pets, cuddles, and extra attention as well!
About: I've taken care of dogs since I was 12, through all stages of life, from puppy to adult to senior. I worked at a dog daycare and have experience with dog kenneling. I am a full time student with an extremely flexible schedule, so I have full availability to care for your pets. I am available anytime, any day of the week. I will care for the pet(s) as agreed upon by the owner, I am extremely flexible and will follow any instructions for caring for your pets.
About: "With over a decade of hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of pets, from playful puppies and senior cats to Guinea pigs and hamsters. I bring a deep understanding of animal behavior, nutrition, and health. My compassionate approach ensures every pet feels safe, loved, and well-cared for, while providing peace of mind to their owners." As a self employed person my schedule is generally flexible. I am available most days and I wouldn’t accept a service that I am unable to commit to if my work interrupts. If planned in advance, I can create my schedules around your needs. As a dog walker I will take whichever route is best for your pet. If they prefer a certain direction I will happily take them. If they are curious and want to go somewhere else, I’m good for that too! As a sitter in your home I will always do my best to stick to any routines they are familiar with to ease any anxiety of their humans not being home for them. I’m happy to sit or check on cats if owners are traveling. I know most cats are okay with a clean litter box and food. They are certainly self sufficient little critters. I have 5 in my own home and care for 15 feral fur babies that we attempt to spay or neuter when we can catch them and release them back to our yard where they know food is always available. They also have warm homes for those cold winter nights.
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1. Christine A.
“Christine took such amazing care of my two little ones. She sent me photos throughout my time away, and both dogs were relaxed and content the whole time. Couldn’t ask for more.”
2. Jennifer M.
“Jen was absolutely amazing! 10/10. We booked her with a short notice and she still came over the meet the dogs before we left. She kept us updated and even checked the mail and helped sit a package outside for me. She walked the dogs and fed them and snuggled them each day while we were gone! We came home and she had cleaned everything up and washed her bedding and made it all back up! She went above and beyond. Highly recommend Jen!”
3. Stephanie L.
“Stephanie was great looking over my dog Grady. She came by the house prior to house sitting to talk through everything to ensure my pup has a great time while I’m gone ? I will definitely contact Stephanie again for house sitting/boarding.”
4. Rachel T.
“Out of this world amazing . Not enough words to explain. I was out of town for four days and Rachel was tasked with housesitting my three pitbull mixes and a Shih Tzu. The Shih Tzu also required ear and eye meds daily as well as sets of pills. It’s hard for me to even keep up with all of that and the Shih Tzu looked in better health than when I left him. She also noted when some of the meds were due to expire!!! My house was cleaner than how I left it and it’s such a relief coming back from vacation, not having to do a single thing. I ran out of dog treats and Rachel took the liberty upon herself to go out and replenish the dog treats and some food so I didn’t have to when I got back. I was provided the perfect blend of daily pics giving me additional comfort all was well. I am happy to write this review but at the same time conflicted because now everyone else will know how good she is and may not be available next time I need her……”
5. Kiara R.
“Kiara has a love and patience for animals that is outstanding! She does such a great job following all request that are made as well as shows my animals love as though they were hers. Highly recommend to anyone in need! Will definitely keep using her expertise!”
6. Sean B.
“Sean watched my older Frenchie for the weekend and I couldn’t be happier. Sean really went above and beyond! He stayed at my place and made sure my dog felt safe and loved including walking her, administering her meds, and spending the whole weekend with her. I will definitely be using Sean again and would highly recommend him!”
7. Samantha B.
“Samantha was by far the best sitter we have ever had for our three German shepherds. We don't know Samantha at all and were in a pinch to find someone for a weekend trip so we looked into Sam. She was so quick to respond, knowledgeable, friendly, and even offered to come over and meet the pups to ensure they were comfortable with her before the trip. I could sit here all night and explain how good she was but if you are on this app looking for a sitter, its because you love your animals and if you're anything like me, you trust them. My oldest shepherd has the best instinct I've ever seen in a dog and he is always right about good and bad people. He usually takes time to warm up but the moment Sam walked through the door, he immediately ran up to her, wagged his tail, and wanted to play. That was enough for me to know, she is the best through and through. Book Sam if you want to enjoy your trips knowing your babies are taken care of from someone with a genuine love for animals. Thank you Sam ❤️”
8. Polina W.
“Polina did an amazing job watching our dog Cuddles for a week. We received pictures and videos daily. We returned to a happy dog who loves Polina. Thank you so much Polina, you are amazing and we are looking forward to book you again, so does Cuddles 😊”
9. Blair G.
“Blair took wonderful care of our two boisterous dogs over the holidays! We were gone for two weeks and we’ve never come home to happier, more content dogs. She updated us frequently on how they were doing, asked questions when they came up, and accommodated us when we wanted to extend our trip an extra day. We felt so good knowing our dogs and house were in good hands and will be recommending her to all of our dog parent friends!”
10. TAMARA S.
“I wholeheartedly recommend Tamara as a responsible and loving pet caregiver. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure pets are happy, healthy, and well cared for. Her gentle nature, attention to detail, and genuine affection for animals make her someone you can completely trust with your furry family members. Your pets will be in excellent hands with Tamara!”
11. Paige G.
“Paige took care of our babies for us over a long weekend. She was great about keeping us updated on her plans, as well as sending us super cute pictures of our dogs. Our dogs often travel with us and we don’t leave them behind very much. This trip, that just wasn’t a feasible option. Thanks to Paige, being away from them was much easier. We came home to our house being neat, our dogs being happy, and our piece of mind being calm and clear. Thank you, Paige! Piglet and Hazel said they had a great time!”
12. Ariel C.
“Ariel is our go-to for taking care of our home and dogs while we’re away. We can’t recommend her enough and are so grateful for her and the love she shows our girls when we’re away!”
13. Andrew K.
“Andrew and Evelyn were fantastic with both Beasley and myself. I will use them again and again.”
14. Miriam A.
“Miriam has watched my puppies multiple times and she’s always fantastic with them. Sends lots of pictures, goes the extra mile to make sure they’re happy, communicates quickly, and usually stays at my place until I’m about to come home. Will keep asking her to watch them!”
15. Madison F.
“Madison was great! We felt completely comfortable leaving our dogs with her. She even cleaned up after herself and washed the bedding! I would recommend Madison to anyone looking for a great in home dog sitter!”
16. Rachel D.
About: I've taken care of dogs, cats, and reptiles for over ten years. Neighbors, friends, and family have relied on me to walk, feed and bathe their pets. I currently work a full-time job that has a flexible schedule so that I'm able to take care of your pets when needed. I am free throughout the week, and I have no problem in taking last minute jobs. Before taking a job I personally like to meet with clients to discuss everything that is needed to care for their pets, and will always update owners on anything that happens while watching after their fur babies.
17. Brittany G.
“We are so grateful to Brittany for taking the best care of our dog Ace and cat Bobby over the long weekend at our house! We got updates at least twice a day on how they were doing, and lots of pictures of two happy pets! She sat outside in the yard with our dog Ace to enjoy the sunshine (something he loves!) and she also took him to the park several times! She was very patient with Ace when it took him some time to warm up to her too. You can tell she's knowledgeable about animals, and loves to be around them! She took great care of our house as well, and we just can't thank her enough!”
18. Sarah V.
About: We are looking to make some extra money and love animals so Rover was the perfect fit! Sarah is a neurodevelopmental and behavioral psychologist at CCHMC and Julian is a newly medically retired army vet. Our schedules are pretty flexible so we can usually accommodate families between the two of us! We have a rescue pup at my home who isn’t great with dogs, but we’d love to drop in and walk your pet! Sarah works full time during the week- but her schedule is flexible based on clinics. Julian is currently finding work and working some manual labor jobs. Your animal would not go longer than 6 hours without being let out! We like to follow the animals normal routine as much as possible. We will give lots of love, pets, cuddles, and extra attention as well!
19. Dean A.
“Dean is the ultimate dog person! She has had dogs her entire life, and her love for them is over the top. During her high school years, she shadowed the local veterinary and learned even more about pets in general. She will love your pet like her own; she finds joy and fulfillment in their company. Her career goal is to dedicate her life to understanding and protecting animals of all sizes”
20. Ginger H.
“I love to travel, but unfortunately having 2 dogs- it has always been difficult to find someone to keep them and help while I was away! I listened to a friend who used the Rover app and I'm so happy I did! We had Ginger come and take care of our " babies," it was smooth and I was absolutely pleased on the care they received and continue to use her in our neighborhood!!! If your hesitant , trust me she was great and I highly recommend her !!”
Over 42 pet parents in Alexandria have booked house sitting
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Alexandria is $45
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Sitters in Alexandria average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Alexandria on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $45 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.
As of Jun 2025, there are 1,141 house sitters in Alexandria. 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, 89% of Alexandria house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Alexandria 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 Alexandria.
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. Alexandria 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.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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.
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