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Sitter Profile Image: Rachel M.
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234 reviews
69 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Alexandria Wrest, alexandria, VA, 22312

Rachel did an amazing job caring for my cats! She was very communicative and was able to roll with any changes (I changed last minute from 2 to 3 cats). Will gladly rebook! Thanks!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22312

On time and took great care of my pups! Came home to two well-fed and well-rested doggos!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22041

Lina is extremely attentive and caring towards our pets. Even our usually shy kitty has learned to come and greet her at the door. We feel at ease leaving our pets knowing they are in the best hands!

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Elizabeth I.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22042

Elizabeth is incredible. She is communicative, responsive, and loves my dog as if she was her own. She always gives updates and is clear with expectations and timing, which I greatly appreciate. Sweet potato loves Elizabeth!

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Grace M.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22312

Ananda was thorough, on time, excellent communication, and a natural with my fur baby! Thank you again!

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Sierra B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22042

Sierra house sat for us and was respectful to our house, kept my plants alive (maybe better than I can), and most imporantly took great care of our cats. She was in very good communication with us if our cats needed anything and I felt very comfortable knowing she was watching our house and pets. We will contact her first if we ever need house sitting/pet watching again

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Sarah P.
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Quincy L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
6 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22042

Quincy was amazing! She kept me up to date her entire visit and took us on last minute. The dogs had so much fun with her and she provided amazing care. She showed our dogs so much love and affection during her stay, it took all the anxiety off of me as I was away for work. Would definitely book again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Asia M.
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Asia M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
358 reviews
110 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22312

Seriously the best!! Asia went above and beyond for my cat, changing her water fountain and cleaning and changing her litter box for me, even taking out the trash with litter in it afterwards. She sent a bunch of pictures and took the best care of my girl. 10/10 recommend!!!

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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22041

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing experience! This was our first time leaving our dogs with someone else, and everything went perfectly. He followed all our instructions, kept us updated, and took excellent care of our dogs. We felt completely comfortable knowing they were in great hands. We will definitely be booking with him again in the future. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Zosha C.
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Zosha C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
17 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22042

I can't recommend Zosha highly enough. I scheduled daily visits while we were on vacation for our cat Chloe to be given her medication and some love - and Zosha did such a great job at both! He went out of his way to give her plenty of affection and even treats on her puzzle toy. Everything was clean and left in great shape, Zosha was super communicative, and sent lots of pictures! Chloe is definitely a fan, and so are we. Thanks again, Zosha!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly W.
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Kelly W.
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$16
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1 year of experience
Annandale, VA, 22003

About: Hi! I'm a high school teacher, mom, and lifelong animal lover. I've had dogs and cats for as long as I can remember and began pet sitting for families while I was in college. My own dog, Scout, reminds me every day how important it is for pets to feel safe, loved, and well cared for. As a teacher, I'm organized, dependable, and attentive to details. I'm available throughout the summer and on weekends during the school year. Whether your pet needs walks, playtime, companionship, or extra TLC while you're away, I'll care for them as if they were my own. I look forward to meeting you and your furry family members! 🐾 I am off for summer, so I have all day to pop in and walk your pups or for pet sitting in your home. I live in Annandale, so would prefer to be in this general area. Whatever needs your fur baby/babies has/have, I can accommodate. I am always sure to get my 10,000 steps a day, so I would love to do it with a dog by my side. We can relax, snuggle, and have our own private conversations. Obviously, feeding and watering and treat rewards are a given!

Sitter Profile Image: Kyle A.
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Kyle A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Springfield, VA, 22150

Kyle is great. My almost 3 year-old golden retriever still has quite a bit of energy and I work a lot so it’s nice to know that I can rely on Kyle to periodically check in on Buddy and let him out if needed. 🙂 Highly recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Diego H.
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Diego H.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Annandale, VA, 22003

About: With over 10 years of experience caring for pets, I provide top-tier pet sitting and dog walking services tailored to each pet’s needs. Whether it’s a high-energy walk, gentle care for senior pets, or customized feeding and medication schedules, I ensure every furry friend feels safe, loved, and happy. I treat every pet like family, offering reliability, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for animals. Your pet’s well-being is my top priority, and I take pride in providing trustworthy, compassionate care. When you choose me, you’re choosing the best care in the area—because your pet deserves it! I dedicate my full working time to caring for pets in the area! Lets chat and find what times work best for you and your pet! When providing pet care services in a client’s home, I prioritize maintaining the pet’s regular routine and ensuring they feel safe and comfortable in their familiar environment. My approach includes: -Following Established Routines: I adhere to the pet’s feeding, walking, and medication schedules as instructed by the owner. - Providing Personalized Care: Every pet has unique needs, whether it’s extra playtime, socialization, or special dietary requirements. I take the time to understand their preferences and behaviors. - Ensuring a Safe and Clean Environment: I make sure the pet’s space remains clean, water bowls are refreshed, and any messes are promptly cleaned up. - Respecting the Client’s Home: I treat the client’s home with care and professionalism, ensuring everything remains as they left it. - Offering Regular Updates: I keep pet owners informed through messages, photos, or videos so they can have peace of mind while away. - Emergency Preparedness: In case of any health concerns, I am prepared to follow the client’s emergency instructions and contact their preferred veterinarian if needed. My goal is to provide reliable and compassionate care, allowing pets to feel comfortable while their owners are away.

Sitter Profile Image: Ari E.
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Ari E.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
15 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Annandale, VA, 22003

Ari is a really good dog- visitor! My miniature dachshund warmed to her quickly and looked forward to her visit every day. She has a good understanding of dogs and how to win them over. I will certainly use her again, even for a longer time.

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Michael M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
23 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Fairfax, VA, 22031

Michael did a great job looking after our dogs and cats. We were gone for two weeks and he was very reliable and responsive the whole time. We were confident everyone was very well taken care of and didn’t have to worry about them while we were away. We will definitely ask Michael to watch everyone again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha H.
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Samantha H.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
218 reviews
61 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Seminary Hill, Alexandria, VA, 22304

Samantha was a great sitter to our two cats - making sure they were fed, clean and loved. She shared regular updates with lots of photos while we were away. We recommend her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Mitzi J.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22042

Mitzi took great care of Lana on short notice and was very gracious in less than ideal circumstances. She is easy to work with and dependable! Thank you, Mitzi!

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Sitter Profile Image: Annie N.
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Annie N.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Annandale, VA, 22003

Annie did a great job sitting the cats. She was highly communicative, attended to the cats' needs, and supplied plenty of photos after each visit.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brianna K.
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Brianna K.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
14 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22312

About: Having taken care of a precious Springer Spaniel for 14 years (Cocoa), I'll do my best to take care of your dog as if he or she were my own. I'm usually quite responsive when it comes to bookings and arrangements, responding within 15-20 minutes. I'll take them out to play and walk and feed them at least three times a day. I'll also bathe them, if need be. Most importantly, I will be as flexible and accommodating as possible to ensure that your dog will have fun while with me. I currently have open availability in my schedule, so I could most definitely sit your dog full-time if necessary. Above all else, I just love working with dogs as they are my favorite animal.

Sitter Profile Image: Cindy C.
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Cindy C.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
750 reviews
418 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Annandale, VA, 22003

Cindy always takes GREAT care of our husky!! And he adores her too!!

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Petar J.
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Outstanding pet care! Our pets warmed-up to Elisa immediately and had a wonderful time. We highly recommend Elisa.

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Daniel S.
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Sierra is a great sitter! She's super responsible and I felt totally comfortable while I was gone. Plus the animals loved her! Will definitely use her again!

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Judith W.
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Sophia is awesome! She took loving care of our two medium sized dogs. They can be a handful but she cared for them expertly! Can't wait to work with her again.

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Aja C.
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Mitzi took great care of Lana on short notice and was very gracious in less than ideal circumstances. She is easy to work with and dependable! Thank you, Mitzi!

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Stephen D.
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John was a great help with feeding and walking my pets. He took many pictures and showed up on time.

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Valente O.
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Sarah took great care of my dog on short notice, and sent lots of pictures and videos of a happy dog. I would absolutely recommend Sarah, and would happily hire her again!

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Stephen D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Kimara for your all of your pet sitting needs. She is punctual, reliable, responsible and most of all kind. She will become your pet’s new best friend.

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Loveleen S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Eden was great with our anxious pup! She kept us in the loop the whole time we were gone. She seemed to really enjoy spending some time with our dog while we were gone which always makes us feel ok with leaving.

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Katie M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Many thanks, Samantha! So grateful we connected here. She’s been so good to and with my dog. He’s a grumpy old guy but she’s won him over :). She’s been great at keeping us in the loop with updates and pics, responsive to what he’s in the mood for (eg walk v hanging in the yard) and keeping an eye on how he’s doing. Really appreciate her working us into her schedule as we quickly became one of her regular clients. Highly recommend Samantha!

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Anna K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Evelyn is fantastic! We did a quick meet and greet with my pup and I knew she would be in good hands. Evelyn loves dogs and she is so sweet with my dog Fern! We are so happy to have found Evelyn!

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Heather N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Josh is amazing - attentive, kind, and caring with our two big dogs. They get so excited whenever he walks through the door, and after their hour-long walks, they come home happy, relaxed, and completely worn out! We're incredibly grateful to have found Joshua. It's clear how much he cares about the dogs he works with, and it gives us great peace of mind knowing they're in such good hands. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of our pups and for being so awesome! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Erin G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Matt is amazing! He’s my go-to pet sitter - he spends time with my girl, is attentive and recognizes changes in her behavior providing thorough report cards and photos. Highly recommend!!!

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Carrie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Han did a great job checking in on my dogs while I was out of town. I’m new to the area so it’s nice to have found someone trustworthy to help with dog care. I will definitely call on her again!

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Christina & Hale J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My first time using Lindsay. She has been awesome with my senior dog, very responsive and responsible, very caring and flexible. I am rebooking her for my next trip in two months.

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Tarun G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Andrew is amazing with Ariel. It is great to have someone I trust to take so good care of my fur child. I appreciate the responsiveness and follow up. Super recommend Andrew for dog walks, drop ins, etc

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Larisse G.
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Elizabeth is very dependable and communicated well. She did great handling our rambunctious pups for drop ins.

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Sarah B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melissa is so thoughtful and she did a great job watching our two dogs in our home. She provided great pictures of her visits, gave thorough notes, and was so good to our dogs during her visits. I plan on rebooking Melissa again, and you should too!

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Jacquelyn L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ayme was wonderful with our dogs. She was flexible and communicative and kept us updated throughout the weekend with photos. We came home to happy, well taken care of dogs. – great experience!

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Blaine A.
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Kaylee was absolutely wonderful with Milo! Very kind and communicative throughout the entire weekend while I was away.

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Jailene R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Trent took wonderful care of my dog while I was out of town. He provided plenty of pictures showing how Murphy was doing and put extra attention into the different things I told him regarding Murphy! I felt much better about leaving Murphy for the weekend knowing Trent was taking care of him. Highly recommend to others!

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Lily F.
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Annandale on Rover is $22.2 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 15,255 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Annandale. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Annandale stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Annandale choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in Annandale with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Annandale. On Rover:

  • 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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