House Sitting in Burke

“Isa was great staying with our 2 dogs for 2 night. She kept us well updated and sent lots of photos. One of our rescues has special behavioral needs where strangers can't pet him, and Isa definitely made him comfortable and he warmed up to her immediately. She took good care of the house as well and followed all of our instructions. We recommend Isa!”

George G.

“Shelley did a great job with my pups! I have one very anxious and nervous dog and Shelley was patient and great with her, we will definitely book again!”

Carla S.

“Mimi provided a ton of updates throughout the day and was very attentive. My pup has anxiety, and she made sure she felt comfortable and was eating. I'd highlight recommend her as a sitter.”

Zaida R.

“Huge thank you for house sitting over the holidays. We appreciated all the pictures, videos, and updates (multiple times a day!). Would 100% book again.”

Rachel T.

“Gabriella was amazing! One of our pups has severe anxiety and likes very few people. She became comfortable with Gabriella quicker than anyone before. That is a true testament to Gabriella’s calm and caring nature. Our pups were in great hands with her; we will be working with Gabriella for all of our pup care needs!”

Carla J.

“Matthew was amazing with our doggies! He played with them, walked them, and loved on them all weekend! He updated us throughout our trip and they loved him! We highly recommend Matthew to take care of our doggies again!”

Jen M.

“Jessica was so awesome! My dogs loves her she was very attentive. She walked them and played with them a lot and I really appreciate the photos and updates i get! Will definately book again and 100% recommend”

Jonilyn B.

“Michelle was very gracious and kind to come last minute when my mom had an unexpected hospital stay. She was flexible and understanding when my mom had a crisis and my husband was delayed getting back home. Her kindness and affection with our boy Sherlock was wonderful!”

Carol L.

About: Ever since I was little I've always been around animals, watching over both family and friend's pets. I've watched and cared for dogs of all ages and sizes from small to large and young to old. I am also not a stranger to dogs with special needs; such examples as blindness, anxiety and separation anxiety. I am currently going to High School but anytime after 4:00PM on weekdays work for me. My weekends are completely free so any time can work. Currently my house is not suitable for any pets as my landlord does not allow any, so I am only offering my dog walking services, check in visits and overnight stays.

“Seth did an amazing job caring for our high energy bulldog. Seth was super punctual, communicative, and sent us regular updates on our boy so we could enjoy a stress free vacation. Our house was spotless upon return as well. Will book with Seth again!”

Katie L.

“Bristol was so sweet with my 15 1/2 year old Samoyed and 8 week old puppy. Will definitely use her again the next time we are in VA and need a sitter!”

Allessandra S.

“McKenna was so great! She really paid attention to every little detail about our 2 pups and took amazing care of them while we were away. She sent lots of pics and updates and was also super flexible and understanding when our flight got delayed! We will absolutely book her again!”

Kelly B.

“David was very responsive and took good care of Brownie. Gave regular updates which we appreciated. Already booked him for more dog-sitting. :-)”

Claire & Simon B.

“Livia was great!! She was able to come to our house for a meet and greet a few days before our last minute trip away on a holiday weekend. She was timely, flexible with our schedules, and comfortable with our four dogs and one cat. She gave us consistent updates and photos, which were super appreciated. We will definitely reach out to Livia again to pet sit our furballs. Thanks Livia!”

Nina C.

“ZaNai was great with my dog Charlie—super caring and reliable. She even cleaned up my place, which was such a nice surprise to come home to. Highly recommend!”

Andrea B.

“We were grateful for Sophia to care for our home and pets. She did a great job and was very professional, and cared for everything well. We would recommend her and would work with her again.”

Stacey H.

“Katherine did a great job communicating with me and taking care of my dog, Luray! It was the first time I have used Rover for an overnight stay and it was a great experience because of Katherine!”

Lydia C.

About: What sets me apart is that I have real experience caring for dogs for extended periods of time. I have lived with dogs since I was born, and my family has housed dogs outside of our own for months on multiple occasions, so I’m used to helping pets settle into a routine, keeping them comfortable, and treating them like part of the family. I’m reliable, active, and attentive to each pet’s needs, whether that means walks, feeding schedules, playtime, or giving them space to adjust. I also understand how important communication and trust are, and I’ll make sure owners feel confident that their pet is safe and cared for. Pet care fits well into my routine because my internship keeps me on a consistent schedule from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM during the week. I’m available for early evening walks, drop-ins, and care in the 4-7 PM range, and I also have more flexibility on weekends. I’m used to balancing responsibilities, so I’ll be clear about my availability and only take on pet care that I can fully commit to. When caring for pets in a client’s home, communication is one of my biggest priorities. I know how important it is for owners to know their pet is safe and being well cared for, so I want to make a point to provide regular updates, photos, and quick responses to messages. Along with keeping owners informed, I aim to follow each pet’s normal routine as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, bathroom breaks, playtime, and any special instructions. My goal is to make the experience as stress-free as possible for both the pet and the owner.

“He met with us with little lead time, when I was tight on needing a new sitter. My dog was immediately comfortable with him. He was proactive with letting me know of any issues. A huge plus was his flexibility to work with my schedule.”

Amy B.

About: I’ve been a (very happy) dog owner for 10 years, and an animal lover since my first pet cat at the age of 5. My two rescue pups are my life, and they live a healthy, active and loving life with me here in Burke. Growing up on a farm provided me with a life filled with animal caretaking, and has given me several unique opportunities to care for a TONS of different pets. Since living here in Burke for 2 years, I take a lot of pride in meeting and interacting with all of our dogs and families within our community. I spend a lot of time helping out neighbors with last minute dog walks or home sitting, and working with our other community members to create inclusive, safe environments for our dogs to play and interact at our local dog park. Taking care of dogs is a serious passion of mine. I treat my dogs Molly and Luna as my children, and I extend that same love and care to all fur babies who come my way. Working with pets is currently my full-time job and focus! Finding time to take care of your loved one(s) IS my routine, and can be available to provide walks, play time, house sitting, park visits, etc., from 9-4 every week day. I like to treat your pets as if they are my own. I will follow all directions providing for feeding, walks, and more. But on top of that I love to just spend time with them to make them feel at ease - belly rubs, playing with their favorite toy, or whatever else brings them joy!