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Sabrina C.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Alexandria Wrest, Alexandria, VA, 22311

“Sabrina was an awesome sitter for our dog! She was incredibly responsive before the booking, attentive to every detail, and very engaged throughout the stay. She sent us frequent updates and photos, which gave us great peace of mind. Her home was lovely and had plenty of space for walks. We felt completely comfortable leaving our dog in her care and would definitely recommend her!”

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Kelly T.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Ballston-Virginia Square, ARLINGTON, VA, 22201

“Kelly was amazing. The attention and the care to our pup. Our Kazuki was a little anxious at first but he felt right at home with Kelly. She made sure to send loads of pics and check ins. She was sure to make him feel at home. Thanks again Kelly. I surely will book with her soon. ☺️”

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Morgan M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ashton Heights, Arlington, VA, 22203

“This was Major's second time boarding with Morgan and Ethan and he had a blast both times hanging out with them and playing with Porter and Guinness. During his most recent stay, I was delayed in dropping off and picking up Major and, due to being in a rush, forgot to bring his overnight bag. They were incredibly understanding and accommodating, however, even allowing him to use their own dog food and bowls. During both stays, Morgan and Ethan have been extremely responsive and great about providing updates, pictures and, and videos about how Major is doing. I would absolutely use them again and would recommend them to anyone looking for the peace of mind that their dog is being taken care of by people who truly care.”

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Catherine & Nikhit P.
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$57
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
8 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA, 22301

“Catherine & Nikhit took excellent care of Buckley, and I felt completely at ease during my two-week vacation. I received tons of photo and video updates, and it was clear that Buckley was having the best time ever. He looked happy, comfortable, and totally spoiled with attention. I loved every update and could tell he was being treated like part of the family. I would absolutely book with Catherine & Nikhit again in the future!”

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Sunny C.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Arlington Ridge, Arlington, VA, 22202

“Sunny took great care of Starfox. Sent lots of pictures and videos, which helped me a lot! Perhaps the best thing of all was that she was able to help my dog learn to safely socialize with other dogs and get lots of playtime - something I’ve admittedly had trouble with. Sunny stepped up after 2 different sitters here cancelled last minute literally 2 days before I had to leave for a work trip, and I am very glad she did!”

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Anne Marie V.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
17 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Petworth, Washington, DC, 20011

“Anne Marie took such great care of Danny, she was patient and kind to him as a senior dog and just loved on him! I will definitely be asking Anne Marie to care for him again when I need it.”

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Tamara G.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Anacostia, Washington, DC, 20019

“Tamara was fantastic! Hands down the best sitter I’ve had. I boarded my little guy with her for about 4 days. She sent me pictures and videos and kept me updated throughout on how he was doing. It really put me at ease and let me know he was in great hands. I would 100%recommend.”

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Geoffrey B.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 156 reviews
48 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Long Branch Creek, Arlington, VA, 22206

“Geoffrey was amazing!!! Cannot recommend enough. We received constant pictures and updates throughout the entire stay. Geoffrey and Izzy were great, communicative and loving!”

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Maryjo O.
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$59
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
9 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC, 20010

“Maryjo and Jon were such caring and attentive dog sitters for our Carlton. They have tons of experience with dogs, and it shows! Thanks for loving our boy for a weekend!”

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Haydenn & John H.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 220 reviews
60 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Catholic University-Brookland, Washington, DC, 20011

“Mariah lights up when Haydenn comes to the door for her. He has a magical way with all the dogs. He is so flexible and understanding too. We are so grateful for him and Mariah loves him!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Bryan L.
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Bryan L.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
9 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Radnor-Ft Myer Heights, Arlington, VA, 22201

“Bryan is a treasure. He is kind, professional and has a great sense of humor. I couldn't ask for a better person to take care of my dog. I will always have him take care of my dog. Thank you, Bryan!!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Tina W.
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Tina W.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Columbia Forest, Arlington, VA, 22204

“Tina was wonderful to work with! She was incredibly responsive, flexible, and kept us updated throughout Biscuit’s stay with great communication. We especially appreciated all of the adorable photos she sent—they gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was happy and well cared for. Tina was a pleasure to work with, and we wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again. Highly recommend!”

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Rut N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 95 reviews
30 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Mount Vernon Square, Washington, DC, 20001

“Rut was absolutely phenomenal! I could sense her expertise from her well-crafted profile page. I have specific care instructions for my dog, and when I dropped him off before my trip, I noticed that Rut had already printed out the document to have a hard copy on hand. Throughout the day, she sent several updates with all the details I requested, confirming that she was diligently following my dog’s routine. Rut’s kindness and clear experience as a caregiver were evident in every interaction.”

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Morgan B.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Cherrydale, Arlington, VA, 22207

“Morgan and her family took great care of our little dog, Pepper. Even though they have a big dog, pictures confirmed our 12-lb Pepper was quite comfortable around him. She sent pictures daily and responded promptly to any questions. It appeared our little dog had a fine time staying with Morgan and her family and we will be quite comfortable reaching out to Morgan when we need someone to dog-sit Pepper.”

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Mac H.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 78 reviews
23 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Dupont Circle, Washington, DC, 20009

“Mac is a wonderful sitter! Buddy loves going to stay with him and Beetle! Mac always sends the best photos and keeps me updates on everything. 100% recommend Mac.”

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Brian F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
8 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Douglas Park, Arlington, VA, 22204

“Brian was amazing taking care of our 10 year old mini golden doodle Tillie. He sent us multiple updates with pictures each day, and you could tell from them that she was having Ana amazing time and was being well cared for. We will definitely be using Brian again for boarding in the future!”

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Andrew & Adva S.
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$58
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Petworth, Washington, DC, 20011

“Andrew and Adva were fantastic with my older pup-they helped her manage her mobility issues, took her for lots of slow, easy walks, and kept her comfortable with constant company. They sent daily updates and photos too. Andrew and Adva put me at ease right away; they are kind, calm, and flexible. I didn't feel apprehensive about leaving my senior dog for five days. I will absolutely request them again!”

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Evan D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 94 reviews
17 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Chevy Chase, MD, 20815

“Evan was a great sitter for my older dog, Dempsey! He took great care of him and kept me informed of how he was doing. Evan has a genuine love for dogs and did a wonderful job!”

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Catheryn P.
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Nadia & Benjamin V.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
16 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Takoma Park, MD, 20912

“Nadia was a pleasure to work with, prompt responses, professional and courteous, sent pictures of our dog every day, we will definitely book with Nadia in the future!”

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Veronica G.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 628 reviews
350 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Fairfax, VA, 22032

“Veronica is very flexible and reliable with her time. Our dog loves to go to her home for overnights or a day. He always come back home happy and healthy.”

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Michelle K.
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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Arlington is $52

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Daphne provided us with amazing last minute care for our dog who needs one on one attention. She went out of her way to make her self available. Truly exceptional service and we will be using her again!

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Maressa G.
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Lauren took amazing care of our Romina. She was really good about sending updates and pictures!🤍 We can tell Romina received lots of cuddles and love!!

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Paola P.
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My dog loves staying at Christine’s place! Christine is very responsible and flexible with scheduling, which I really appreciate. I highly recommend her!

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Claire K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sunny took incredible care of our dog Huxley. She provided him with lots of love, tons of activity, and a safe environment. Sunny is very professional and clearly invested in providing good care, including medication and the demanding grooming requirements of a Doodle. We were able to book last minute, as well as organize pick-up and drop-off. We will definitely look to book Sunny again in the future and would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to take care of their dog!!

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Rachel M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ewelina was amazing with Remy. She took the time to meet our pup a few days before drop off and was so patient with her timidness. Throughout the weekend Ewelina kept us updated on how Remy was doing and sent some super cute pictures. We definitely recommend her, trust her, and would use her again!

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Chris Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We couldn’t be happier with the care Aaron gave our sweet Gracie Mae during her extended stay! He kept her happy and busy with fun adventures and plenty of exercise. We loved his thoughtful updates and great communication. It meant so much knowing our girl was in such good hands. Thank you, Aaron!

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Emma J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie is the best! Great communication throughout and we knew our pup was in the best of care the whole time. Our dog loves Katie and has the best time every time she stays.

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Arielle P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mia and her dad,Hector were the best sitters for our (sometimes!) crazy puppy Malibu. It was our first time leaving on a week long trip without taking her, and Mia gave updates with pictures almost every day. I felt very relieved that we chose the right family to partner with. Everyone was very kind. We will definitely use them again in the future! Highly recommend! 🐾😊

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Bobbie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

She did a fantastic job of taking care of Luna and making sure she got adequate walks and attention while I was away. I also really appreciated the photo updates! Will book again the next time my friends are unable to watch my pup

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Lindsay M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jaylyn is one of the BEST sitters I've ever had to board my dog Piper!! From the start, she had great communication- was flexible, accommodating to shifting drop off and pick up times, and quick to respond. She asked thoughtful questions and was eager to get to know my dog. Then, she took such great care of Piper: taking her on long walks, to the dog park, and giving treats for tricks. Piper was actually sad to leave Jaylyn which was a first for her! I highly recommend Jaylyn as a sitter and we'll be using her services again for sure!

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Tia W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My dog Minnie had another wonderful stay with Charlie! She loves getting to board with him! He always sends wonderful photo updates as well!

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Ashley O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace was fantastic with Teddy! She sent great photo updates and was incredibly flexible with our pickup and drop-off times. Teddy absolutely loved her, and we will definitely be booking with her again!

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Melisa E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alyce took care of our dog Beasley again, and did so well with her! She was communicative and very sweet to Beasley - she didn’t want to leave! Will def book Alyce again in the future!

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Tyler & Meghan L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Veronica has been so great with my puppy. She kept me updated throughout the day and took her to potty frequently since she hasn’t been potty trained yet. I would definitely request her to watch over my puppy again!! ☺️

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Enji B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Yassine was fantastic with Piper! We know she had a great time with him and Rambo. He was incredibly communicative and sent us several pictures and videos of our girl having the best time!

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Erica B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kerstyn is hands down the best. She has been dog sitting our spoiled mini-doodle for about a year and we could not ask for better care! We are so grateful for her!

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Jennifer H.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sanja was so responsive and I can tell she genuinely cares for animals 🩷 she sent updates throughout my dog’s stay and he seemed to love her! Would absolutely book Sanja again

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Nadia C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brian was lovely to work with and sent us great pictures and updates! It is so affirming to know that every time we book with Brian, our dogs will be well cared for and loved while we’re away.

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Erin M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gustavo was wonderful with Duke! He sent updates and pictures and I knew Duke was in good hands. Gratitude.

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Stephanie H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our hearts are full because Laurie and Richard took such good care of our fur baby this week. Our only concern was that Oliver wouldn't want to leave them and come back home with us.

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Leslie S.
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The average cost of Pet Boarding in Arlington is $56 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $34 and $80 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

There are 7,838 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Arlington. About 91% of Arlington sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.

Once you find the right match, you can arrange a to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

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 , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

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 .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in VA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

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