Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Blue Ridge-Rugby Ave, Charlottesville, VA
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Top rated Blue Ridge-Rugby Ave pet sitters
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“Ed was exactly who we were looking for! We have 2 large dogs that can be a lot to handle, and Ed handled it perfectly. He followed our instructions exactly as we asked. We also loved the updates throughout! I would highly recommend him.”

“Today was our first day using Rover and we couldn't have asked for more! Thank you Penny for the updates and photos and peace of mind. Nichole can't wait to have you visit again.”

“Caroline went above and beyond with my elderly cat (having to feed her multiple meds orally via syringe) and I could not be more thankful to have had her as my sitter! She was prompt and followed all directions I had outlined. The best. Thanks so much, Caroline!”

“Danielle was fantastic with my shy older kitty! This was the first time I'd left her at home for more than one night, and I was nervous about how she'd react. Even though she usually hides from strangers, my cat was coming out and greeting Danielle at every visit, and she was perfectly happy when I got home. I would absolutely book with Danielle again!”

“Another great experience with Rhiana! Thank you for taking care of our pup and notifying us when he was having some trouble eating. We appreciate your updates and know he’s in good hands with you!”

“Natalie has done drop-ins with our Magz a few times now and has been so lovely! She even brought Magz out to play in the snow while my partner and I were both at work. Thank you Natalie!”

“Megan has been amazing. My cats connected with her very well. Even my older cat who is standoffish with strangers sat on her lap. She came to my rescue when I needed her for another day and I appreciate her so much!”

“Karlee is a great sitter! She’s super friendly and responsive to visits. She’s done a great job at doing house visits for my puppy to tire him out and keep him engaged when I’m busy. Would definitely recommend!”

About: I am a fourth year at UVA with lots of extra time this semester! I have owned dogs my whole life and I currently have two doodles (Franklin and Lily). I love all animals, I have dog-sat for 6+ years, and I am very flexible! I would love to take care of your dog I am UVA fourth-year and taking less credits this semester before I graduate. I have lots of free time, especially during the day, and I would love to take care of your pet. I can easily crate your dog if needed, and I am comfortable with all sizes of dogs. I am also comfortable with pets in my car.
“Tessa was wonderful with my cat Pippa! She was incredibly prompt and responsive and made me feel comfortable while I was away. I will definitely book with her again!”

“Josephine is excellent, very reliable and caring. She sent me detailed reports and photos every day, so I could relax knowing my dog and cat were in good hands while I was away.”

“Mitch went above and beyond caring for our animals while we were away for the holidays and was even flexible with adding an extra day when we decided to extend our trip. Super sweet with our animals and took great care of our home. Would definitely recommend!”


“Kris was great! This was my first time leaving our dogs without someone with them overnight, but she was very reliable and I knew they were in great hands. Kris took them on walks and let them play as much as possible, which made me feel at ease while away. Thanks for taking such good care of our pups!”
About: I’ve owned many dogs over my lifetime. From a Min Pin to Collies, Retrievers and Pointers. I have taken care of friends and relatives animals while they were out of town. I have done long time sits (several weeks) to daily drop ins. I’m retired so I have lots of time to care for your pets. I love taking walks and getting to know each animal whether it’s to come hang out and play, feed etc or take for long or short walks. I don’t have any dogs or cats living with me now due to my landlord not allowing pet ownership. They don’t mind if I bring a dog here for short periods.
“Doris checked in on my cat while I was away on vacation. He warmed up to her really well and she was absolutely wonderful. She left detailed report cards for every visit :) I would definitely recommend and rebook Doris for any future visits!”

About: Because I grew up with 3 dogs and 4 cats, my friends and family know to reach out to me to feed, walk, and bathe their pets. I have also had to give medicine to some of the pets I've cared for, so giving your dog or cat pills won't be a problem. I am currently a Graduate student at UVA taking summer classes and want to care for some pets on the weekends or on Mondays when my schedule allows for it. Since I don't have pets here, I would love to give all my love and attention to yours! I know how much our pets mean to us, and I would make sure to follow any special instructions you have for your pets. I've been around dogs and cats since I was 5, so I can read pets' body language well. I always let the dog/cat approach me before initiating any petting because I know some pets are a little nervous around new people.
“Emily is the BEST! This was my first time using Rover and Emily popped up first. Which I’m so happy I clicked on her. She has helped me learn more about my Lucy. I can’t wait to book again!”

“Miriah was absolutely fabulous and saved us by being able to check on our puppy on very short notice. She was extremely professional and I came home to a happy, safe puppy. Very pleased!”

Blue Ridge-Rugby Ave pet parents share their Rover experiences
Emma is absolutely fantastic! She went above and beyond for her first visit with Ruby. She took her out, walked her, and played fetch! She also made sure to follow the instructions I gave her EXACTLY! My puppy absolutely adores her, and I would recommend her to anyone who needs someone reliable, trustworthy, and kind for your pet!

Absolutely amazing service. I reached out on short notice and Lettie was amazing about getting back to me and doing a meeting with the dogs before my trip. The updates were great and Lettie really went above and beyond on this. I highly recommend Lettie to anyone who needs pet sitting.

Nettie was very responsive throughout the booking process and routinely kept us updated on Toby. We loved the pictures that she'd send daily. Toby seemed to really enjoy having her come and visit. Toby has some past medical issues and this was our first time using Rover so we were worried but that quickly went away the first day that she visited him.

Mackenzie took amazing care of my cat, Ellie, while I was away at Christmas! She is detail-oriented and reliable, and most importantly, very caring. Ellie can be shy, but she warmed up easily to Mackenzie. I knew that my girlie was in very safe and capable hands.
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Blue Ridge-Rugby Ave.
Rover makes it easy to find Blue Ridge-Rugby Ave pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
















