House Sitting In Anacostia

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Sitter Profile Image: Alayza M.
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Alayza M.
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$60
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4.8 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
13 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20003

My cats have never been so calm and happy when I return home from a trip. A’layza always communicated with me, sent me daily pictures of my fur babies, and left the house cleaner than it was. Highly recommended A’layza!

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Eliza J.
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Russell S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
16 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, 20002

Russell was very responsive and sent all kinds of photos and updates for Marra. He also worked through the initial awkwardness with Marra and made she she got lots of walks and love.

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Mark R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
South West, Washington, DC, 20024

Mark was amazing with our dog, going above and beyond with him when we were out of town. We have a high energy dog and mark took him on several long walks. He was really great about sending photos too! And he took great care of our cat , checking on her multiple times . We look forward to working with him again soon!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jayme Z.
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Jayme Z.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
102 reviews
36 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, 20001

Jayme is a great house and cat sitter for us. He’s very communicative and conscientious. We love getting multiple photo updates of our beloved pet, who has completely accepted Jayme into his life haha. And we appreciate Jayme’s tidiness in the house.

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Sitter Profile Image: Bria H.
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Bria H.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Anacostia, Washington, DC, 20020

My senior dog has a lot of medical and behavioral needs, and it’s hard for me to feel comfortable leaving him with a sitter. With Bria, not only did she seem to understand and love my old man, but she used her vet tech skills to administer all of his meds and closely monitor his respiratory rate. She flagged a heart failure episode early and worked with my dog’s cardiologist over the phone to adjust his mediation dosage to ensure he was stable while I was in flight. Bria’s expertise, reliable communication and nurturing personality were a godsend for my dog and me. I would definitely rebook and trust her implicitly. Would highly recommend, especially to go above and beyond for dogs with special needs.

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Isabelle g.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
11 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, 20003

Isabelle was exceptional. She went above and beyond to make sure our dog was not only well cared for but genuinely happy and comfortable. The regular updates, photos, and attention to detail really stood out. It gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and will continue to use Isabelle as our go to dog sitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brianna P.
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Brianna P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
7 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA, 22305

Brianna treated my dogs like they were her own. I was able to relax and enjoy my vacation with no worries. In fact, I think the dogs were a little disappointed when she left and I came home.

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Sitter Profile Image: Anthony G.
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Anthony G.
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$29
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4.7 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
5 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Temple Hills, MD, 20748

Anthony did a great job with Atlas when another house sitter canceled just a few days before my trip. He was responsive and thoughtful. I would be happy to book with him again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Taylor J.
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Taylor J.
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$120
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
21 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20003

Taylor was fabulous! She watched our two dogs at our house for a week and took excellent care of them. She communicated well and left the house in pristine condition. Overall, a wonderful experience!

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Sitter Profile Image: Aliyah M.
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Aliyah M.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Deanwood, Washington, DC, 20019

Aliyah was absolutely amazing with our two dogs! One of our dogs still has ‘puppy energy’ but she was calm and firm with her. And I swear my house was cleaner than when I left. We absolutely will be booking with her again!

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Olivia S.
Sitter Profile Image: Flor L.
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Flor L.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, 20003

Flor was great with our anxious pup. We got so many pictures and even a video showing how excited our dog was to see her. Will absolutely book again!

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Natalie M.
Sitter Profile Image: Niani W.
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Niani W.
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$50
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4.8 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Anacostia, Washington, DC, 20032

Niani kept me posted throughout the house sitting and sent lots of pictures and videos which was really helpful! My cat took some time but eventually got very comfortable and talkative. Thanks Niani for taking great care of Jamun!

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Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie A.
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Stephanie A.
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$170
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5.0 out of 5 stars
176 reviews
50 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Shaw, Washington, DC, 20001

Stephanie did a wonderful job of caring for our pup while we were away. She took great care in following his routine and keeping in touch, even sending funny narrated videos of his play. We are extremely grateful for Stephanie’s professionalism and ease with animals and would recommend her most highly.

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Nancy M.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah K.
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Sarah K.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
6 repeat clients
34 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, 20003

Sarah is a wonderful housesitter. Takes great care of my Aussie and home. Excellent communications, great attitude and punctual. Highly recommend!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kymberlee W.
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Kymberlee W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
39 repeat clients
5 years of experience
U Street Corridor, Washington, DC, 20009

Kymberlee was great! It was our first time leaving Bella for this long and we were nervous. She provided regular updates, sent pictures, and kept Bella company the whole time we were gone. And the place was cleaner when we got back then when we left it! Will absolutely be calling Kymberlee in the future!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shannon K.
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Shannon K.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20004

Shannon was great and took really good care of Lady! She sent pictures and was very communicative the whole time. I could tell she really cared for Lady while she watched her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Bradley H.
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Bradley H.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
10 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20001

We had such a wonderful experience! He stayed at our house over the holiday weekend and cared for our dog, our cat, and even our foster cat. From the start, he put all of our worries at ease with regular updates and pictures, and it was clear how much he genuinely loves animals. All of our pets were happy and well cared for when we got home. On top of that, he was respectful of our home and left everything in great shape. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for reliable, caring help!

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooke V.
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Brooke V.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, 20003

About: As a dog lover I bring gentle loving care to all dog friends! I can also work on training and exercise with high energy dogs. I volunteer with the local SPCA and I do full-time and temporary dog fostering with a local dog rescue. In December 2025 we adopted Radar (foster fail!) who is a happy go lucky Labrador mix who is always in the mood to play and would love to make a new friend! I work remotely Monday & Friday so I’m able to provide adequate walking, interaction and attention. I’m active and can provide all levels of exercise and play. This includes walking, running, potty breaks, indoor enrichment with puzzles, lick mats and toys. I also have a gated play area where we can play fetch. I simply enjoy being around dogs and will provide extra care such as brushing and cuddles. I treat any pet entering my home as my own and extend that same love and attention to them. I prioritize their needs as well as their owners to ensure everyone is comfortable with the experience and to give my new dog friend a vacation while their owner is away! Dog sitting is just as exciting for me as it can be for a dog getting to meet new people and do fun things!

Sitter Profile Image: N'Dia S.
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N'Dia S.
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$75
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4.8 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
14 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20003

N’Dia was an amazing dog and cat sitter. Our dog was a little under the weather, and very tired, but she managed to get her eating and walking a bit! Our cat was so pleased to be with her he barely meowed when we returned (high praise!) thank you so much will def use again!

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Jason K.
Sitter Profile Image: Karina C.
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Karina C.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
12 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, 20002

Thanks so much for taking great care of Hampton. It was such a relief knowing he was being cared for while we were away for so long. Also thanks for taking great care of our home.

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Mario G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We’re always grateful to have Nikita take such top notch care of our cat. No one better on this app!

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William J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

John was once again a great sitter for Hermione. He followed all of our instructions to a tee and showed up on time. Hermione can be quite needy and John made sure to spend time at our place and send pictures of her while we were away. I would hire John again. Thanks!

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Sofia D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jimmy loves Jayme! Jayme followed all the instructions and Jimmy was very happy with him. He also took a lot of cute pictures

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Katelyn K.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Carol was amazing and very professional! Carol watched our dog on our wedding day and was perfect — reliable, communicative, and flexible. We fully recommend Carol, and look forward to future dog sitting!

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Julia M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kylie was a great last minute sitter for our dog! Our dog is reactive and has a number of medical issues that Kylie made sure were cared for while we were gone. She was responsive, sent us timely updates and lots of pictures (better than the ones we take). We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dog/house sitter in the DC area!

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Kenyamarie M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We couldn't have asked for a better sitter! From the moment we met Liz, it was clear that she genuinely loves animals and treats them as if they were her own. She took exceptional care of our dog and two cats, provided thoughtful updates and photos throughout our trip, and gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. When we returned home, all of our pets were happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. Liz was dependable, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. Her communication was excellent, and it was obvious how much attention and affection she gave our furry family members. We are incredibly grateful for the wonderful care Liz provided and will absolutely be booking with her again. Highly recommend!

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Claire H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent cat sitter! issi provided updates and photos throughout the day, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. When Isaac somehow managed to catch a bird and leave feathers and blood everywhere, she handled the unexpected situation without hesitation—cleaning everything thoroughly and disposing of the bird for us. She also kept our home in pristine condition and took wonderful care of Isaac. I truly appreciated her professionalism, communication, and attention to detail. I would not hesitate to use her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable pet sitter.

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Angie H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ginny was amazing - on time, great updates, left our home immaculate, and - most importantly - kept my sweet pup happy & well cared for while I was away. We look forward to having her back soon!

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Sarah B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Paige was great! She was super patient with our little puppy who can be a handful. Very knowledgeable about dogs and would highly recommend for any pet needs!

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Ray D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Karina took great care of our babies and put our minds at ease when one of them was injured and needed to be coned/monitored!

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Cat W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Latisha was great! She was a lifesaver by taking a super last minute booking when my previous sitting situation fell through. My dog is a pain, but Latisha handled it like a champ and sent plenty of pictures. I'll definitely have her sit Ollie again!

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Nichole J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Prompt, courteous, and Amber loved here. Thanks so much for taking good care of our (at times challenging dog) and our home.

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Robert W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Madison was great, she was kind enough to make time before the scheduled date and come to discuss the details. My dog was very loved and taken care of. :)

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Addison S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Michele was great with our small dog and cat, for an extended stay. She was very communicative and took good care of them. Thank you Michele!

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Tara G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jda was wonderful with our pets! She was caring and responsive. It was clear that she genuinely cared for our dog and cat and made sure they were well looked after. We came home to a happy house and would gladly book with Jda again.

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Caroline W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had excellent experience with Jillian. She was very reliable, communicative, and clearly cared about our dog like their own. We received regular updates, photos, and messages while we were away, which gave us a lot of peace of mind. I would absolutely recommend Jillian to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter.

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Jack G.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Great communication before and throughout our booking! My pets were happy and peaceful when I returned. Very grateful!

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Lindsey D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicole and Keiran are the best. Couldn’t recommend them more. They will take such good care of your pet and treat them like their own. If we could give them more than five stars, we would!

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Claire L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Caroline was great! She followed our dogs care instructions and took great care of our home. She sent multiple daily updates! Will definitely be working with her again.

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Morgan C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Chantel took great care of my pup! She was responsive and took great photos. I am confident Moose had a great weekend with her!

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Belle M.
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