House Sitting in Alexandria
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Top rated Alexandria house sitters
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“Brianna took care of my pup for 5 nights and he was so happy and healthy when we got back! He has a lot of bladder issues and she did a great job following extra instructions to handle it ! She was loving to him and was by his side most of the time I was away! She also left my home perfectly clean”
About: Animals have always been a huge part of my life. I’ve had cats my whole life, have experience pet sitting dogs and cats, and previously worked at an animal shelter caring for animals of all ages and temperaments. I understand how important it is for pets to feel safe, comfortable, and cared for, and I treat every pet like my own. Pet care fits very naturally into my daily routine. I work part-time in the mornings, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time throughout the day to give pets the attention, care, playtime, and companionship they need. I’m an early riser and love spending time with animals, whether that’s going on walks, playing with energetic pets, or giving shy pets the patience and comfort they need to feel safe. I treat every pet like they’re part of the family and always focus on creating a calm, safe, and loving environment. I have three very playful, social cats of my own, so caring for animals has always been a big part of my life. I also previously worked as a kennel attendant at an animal shelter, where I cared for both cats and dogs by feeding them, administering medication, bathing dogs, and working with pets of many different personalities and energy levels. I’m comfortable caring for shy, senior, high-energy, and young pets, and I always follow each owner’s routine and instructions carefully. I’m happy to send updates and photos as often as owners would like so they always feel connected and reassured while away.
“I couldn't be happier with the care my dogs received from Ian. They absolutely love him! He went above and beyond, taking them on walks and spending quality time with them throughout the day. My dogs are a bit spoiled, and he handled them with so much patience and affection, making sure they felt comfortable and loved. I highly recommend him and will definitely be using his services again in the future. Thanks for everything!”
About: I’m now offering dog walking and would love to meet your pup! 🐾 I have a deep love for animals and a strong understanding of dog behavior, so your dog will be in caring, capable hands. Expect reliable walks, happy tails, and photo updates along the way. I’m excited to get to know the dogs in the neighborhood—book with me today! I’m filling up with regular clients and I love getting exercise with the same pups on a regular basis. *Close in Old Town preferred. I also offer limited house sitting for regular clients only and unfortunately cannot provide 24/7 care. I’m very active, and my flexible schedule allows me to prioritize consistent, attentive pet care throughout the day, including walks, playtime, and reliable check-ins as needed. I follow each pet’s routine, provide walks, playtime, feeding, and lots of loving attention, ensuring a safe and comfortable home environment at all times.
“Lindsey provided the best care for Mizu. She gave me daily updates and whenever I needed a little update. She followed instructions with feeding and administering medications. Mizu was in the best care. Will definitely have her watch him again when I am away.”
“Start to finish, Laurie was wonderful to work with; great communicator plus attentive, kind, and patient with my spunky pup (& he’s a handful!) Highly recommend for dependable, no-stress caretaking.”
“Zhanna made our time away relaxing because we had absolutely nothing to worry about when she watched our two golden doodles. She consistently sent pictures and kept us updated on how they were doing. She is very responsible, responsive and kind. Our dogs were looking for her in our guest room the day we came back which is a testament to her love for animals. I would, and will, use Zhanna again to doggy sit while away. I would highly reccomend her to anyone without concern.”
“We’re so grateful to have found Nicole; our dogs genuinely love her. Everyone will miss her as we relocate, and we’d highly recommend her to anyone who asked”
“Orianne is the best! She is so sweet, caring, calm. Madeline was comforted while we were out, which means the world to us. Madeline was happy to see us, and we could tell she was relaxed. Orianne will be our first call should we need a pet sitter again!”
“Kyle was awesome – he took great care of our dog Maya and gave plenty of updates. He also dealt with some unexpected issues with our home, and even helped coordinate building maintenance to start on repairs. We'll absolutely use Kyle as a sitter again.”
“Michael did an amazing job taking care of our two dogs while we were in DC for the day. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing they were in great hands. Peanut and Sweet Pea were happy and relaxed when we got home - we definitely recommend Michaela!”
“Holly is a brilliant sitter! Looked after my dog like she was her own, plenty of updates throughout my time away, and left the house neat and tidy. Thanks Holly!”
“Jessica did a great job! She and Ernie stayed at our place and watched our dog. She was extremely communicative throughout our stay which was reassuring. She left our place better than she found it.”
“Andrea is a great caretaker of pets and homes. She followed all directions and even cleaned up when one of my elderly cats didn’t make it to the litter box. She washed all the bowls and left them for me, as well as taking out the trash and making sure the cans ended up in the recycling. I will definitely book her again!”
“Cassandra was exceptional! She was thorough, thoughtful and considerate. She took superb care of my beloved pups and my house while I was away. I can’t recommend Cassandra highly enough!”
“Robin and Ahmed are truly amazing people!! We are so blessed to have found them on Rover. They took exceptional care of our dog Bandit. They sent pictures and kept us updated on how he was doing…they even picked us up from the airport when we returned! We highly recommend them to take care of your pet!!!”
About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life ranging from our own family dogs (up to 5 at one point). To training hound puppies for a local fox hunting kennel. I have experience with dogs ranging from 2-4 lbs up to 75-100lbs! I’m currently WFH so my hours are flexible. Anything around lunch time or early in the morning is the best for me but with heads up I can make time. I have dog sat for close friends at their apartment only as mine does not pets. I have been able to follow specific instructions on feeding and attention as well as walking dogs that aren’t overly friendly!
“Sara was great with our corgi!! She has a great presence with animals and you can tell she really cares. She stayed overnight, kept teddy on a great schedule, and kept the house in great shape. She was super communicative and sent us cute pictures often. Highly recommend Sara & excited to work with her in the future!”
Over 5,669 pet parents in Alexandria have booked house sitting
Alexandria pet parents share their Rover experiences
Sam was fantastic with taking care of our dog Tess. He made sure she was well exercised and had plenty of fun while we were away. He was very considerate with our house, and left everything as we had left it. We had such peace of mind that Tess was having a good time and well taken care of. I will for sure be reaching out again the next time we travel.
Nikole took care of our two puppies for 5 days, she dis an excellent job sending us updates and pictures of them while we were on vacation. She stayed in our home every night so the puppies don’t stay alone during the day she kept the schedule we requested her to follow. I will definitely book her again.
Tabby has been our dogsitter for 4 years now! We are so grateful to have found her. As our girl has gotten a bit older, Tabby has not missed a beat adjusting her care to our dog's changing needs (medicine, etc). We feel at ease knowing our dog and home are being watched over by such a kind person!
This is the second time Ahmed has stayed with Bella. Ahmed went above and beyond in making sure Bella was taken care of while we were away. He made a trip to our house before the stay to make sure he understood her medicine and feeding routine. He was very communicative and made me feel very comfortable while I was away. Also there was a problem with many of the smoke alarms in the house and Ahmed went the extra mile to take the units down to stop them from making the alarm. I couldn’t recommend Robin and Ahmed more highly. Kind and good people.
We have two nervous small dogs and left Alexa with them for five days. She continually sent us photos and texts so we never had to worry about our dogs. The dogs loved here and were great when we returned home. I will use Alexa for our trips from now on. She did a great job and we highly recommend her.
Alexis is your one-stop-shop for pet needs. Our dog Nala needed a sitter relatively last minute and Alexis was there for us. She is attentive, engaged, and shows the utmost care and respect. There should be no doubt in anyone’s mind that Alexis provides the gold standard of care and you and your furry friend can rest assured your experience will be nothing but amazing
Brianna took care of my pup for 5 nights and he was so happy and healthy when we got back! He has a lot of bladder issues and she did a great job following extra instructions to handle it ! She was loving to him and was by his side most of the time I was away! She also left my home perfectly clean
Anna was absolutely fantastic! Watching four dogs at once is no small feat, but she handled them with total ease and professionalism. She kept me updated with daily photos and ensured all my pups got the specific attention and care they needed. I came home to happy, and well-cared-for pups. Highly recommend!!!!
Andra and Russ took great care of our house and of our two dogs while we were out of the country for a week. They were very communicative and provided updates on how the girls were doing during our trip. We highly recommend them and will use them again for dog sitting.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Alexandria is $50
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Sitters in Alexandria average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
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 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.
As of Jun 2026, there are 9,093 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, 84% of Alexandria house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Alexandria have an average of 13 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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