Pet Boarding Richmond
Find a loving Richmond pet sitter to watch your cat or dog overnight at your sitter’s home.
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: I have a strong understanding of animal behavior, health, and daily care, supported by my previous experience working in a veterinary setting. This background has given me hands-on experience recognizing signs of stress or illness, following detailed care instructions, and handling pets calmly and safely. What sets me apart is my confidence and knowledge in caring for pets with special needs. I’m comfortable administering medications, supporting senior pets who may need extra patience or mobility assistance, and reinforcing basic training and routines for puppies. I understand how important consistency, observation, and gentle handling are for a pet’s wellbeing. I treat every pet with the same level of care and attention I would expect for my own—prioritizing safety, comfort, and emotional wellbeing. I also communicate clearly with pet parents and provide regular updates, so you can feel confident your pet is in experienced, caring hands. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine, allowing me to provide consistent attention and care throughout the day. I plan my schedule around feedings, walks, playtime, and companionship, ensuring pets are never rushed or left unattended for long periods. I’m able to accommodate regular routines as well as special needs, including medication schedules, senior care, and extra potty breaks for puppies. Whether it’s daily walks, drop-in visits, or overnight care, I make pet care a priority and adjust my schedule to meet each pet’s individual needs. I provide a safe, calm, and loving environment for pets in my home and in my clients’ homes. I live in a house with a fully fenced yard, allowing pets to enjoy secure outdoor time for play, fresh air, and bathroom breaks under close supervision. Safety is always my top priority. I carefully follow each pet’s routine, feeding instructions, and any special care needs. Pets are never left unattended in the yard, and I make sure gates are secured at all times. Inside the home, I maintain a clean, pet-friendly space and remove any potential hazards. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I treat their space with respect and follow all instructions closely to ensure pets feel comfortable in their familiar environment. I focus on building trust through patience, consistency, and positive interaction, and I always provide regular updates and photos so pet parents can feel confident and at ease.
“Karolinne and Eric are amazing! They asked good questions to know details about Bambi to make sure she feels comfortable with the stay. And they share updates/photos/videos frequently. I highly recommend them.”
“I cannot thank Hillary enough. She has been so so patient with my senior boy 🥹☺️. All the updates and adjustments she needs to do for him, it’s so comforting for me knowing that she cares for my fur baby. I definitely recommend her if you need someone to look after your fur baby. Thank you lots again Hillary!”
“Lovely family gave special care to our usually anxious dog. So impressed with their communication and structure that helped keep him calm. Me too! We were very pleased to have Jungho met and his family.”
“Minh looked after my dog for 21 days . our dog was so well cared for, happy, and comfortable throughout the stay. Communication was excellent, and we really appreciated the love and attention they gave our furry family member!”
“Benjamin and family took wonderful care of our 2 cats. It took a couple of days for the cats to adjust to their new environment (normal for our cats) then they were part of the family for their 3 week stay. We received many great photos and feel that the cats were very well taken care of and got lots of attention. Benjamin replies very quickly to any inquiry and was very accommodating with drop off and pick up times. Benjamin’s children are pet lovers and were very loving and gentle towards our cats. I would not hesitate to recommend Benjamin (& family) for cat sitting and would be happy to leave our cats in his care again. - five stars!”
“JM was an amazing dog sitter for Lulu! From the very beginning, JM was reliable, caring, and attentive, which gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. Lulu was happy, well cared for, and clearly received plenty of love and attention. JM kept us updated with regular messages and photos, creative, beautiful journal entries, and it was obvious that Lulu felt comfortable and safe. I truly appreciated the professionalism, great communication, and genuine care shown throughout the stay. JM is a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of Lulu—we would be happy to book with you again!”
“Our dog Gucci had a great time staying with Roury and Jessica. Even though the booking was made last minute, they corresponded with me right away to approve the booking. Arranging drop off and pick up times were very easy. They showed my dog an amazing time as they took him out on frequent walks and he got along very well with their two dogs. My dog’s birthday came up while we were away and they celebrated him with pupcakes and singing happy birthday. Will definitely contact them again for future dog- sitting!”
“Daniela was super attentive and gave us updates everyday. We met up before to introduce our dog Charlie and go over her schedule. She made us feel very comfortable that Charlie was in the right hands so that we could enjoy our time away. I would definitely recommend them.”
“Thank you so much for taking good care of my baby Bailey! I really appreciated all the daily pictures/videos. It looked like Bailey felt very safe and comfortable staying with you for 2 weeks! Thank you so very much!”
“Cynthia and her husband looked after my dog Batty this last weekend and did a wonderful job. My dog can be a little nervous at first and she warmed up to them right away. They provided plenty of updates as well as photos of Batty’s stay and were easy to communicate with. Batty seemed to have a wonderful time with them and will definitely be booking in for future stays.”
“Leo took great care of our dogs. He asked great questions for preparation for boarding. Sent a lot of videos and photos during their stay. They were also cleaned when I picked them up which was such a bonus! Thank you 🙏”
“Diana and Nuree kept me updated everyday while Charlie was there. Charlie need some time to adjust and they were really patient with him. He had a wonderful time. Would stay again, Thank you!”
“I found Shuang Shuang to be a very responsible person who truly enjoys caring for animals. She is very caring and loves playing with my pet PotPot together with her own 2 cute dogs . I would highly recommend her to all. She does a great job and your pet will love her too.She always update me by sending photos of my Potpot. She deserved more than 5 stars. Thanks Shuang Shuang💕”
About: Dogs and cats lover with 8 years of experience caring for my own cats and understanding how sensitive they can be in new environments. I’ve also looked after a neighbour’s cat and puppy when they were away. I work full time with a consistent schedule, so I’m able to plan pet care responsibly. I can board pets on weekends and also provide care on weekdays in the mornings and evenings before and after work. At home, I provide a safe and calm space for pets, with window nets installed for cat safety. I make sure feeding, litter care, and playtime follow their usual routine, while giving them time and space to feel comfortable. In clients’ homes, I follow all instructions carefully to keep pets relaxed in their familiar environment.
“I can absolutely recommend Sidney. She took great care of my dog Scarlett over the August long weekend. Sidney was incredibly communicative throughout the process and made sure that Scarlett would be comfortable throughout the weekend. She even helped her through a fright with some fireworks that happened during her stay which I really appreciated. Will definitely be booking her again.”
“I never thought I could find a sitters like Maaya and her partner. Charlie was in the best of hands with them during my 3 week holiday. Highly recommend to anyone looking for someone that will treat your loved one as their own. Thank you for everything ❤️”
“We had a great experience with Sue! Dougie settled in quickly and was well loved and cared for. I always appreciate getting the updates, photos and videos to see that he is his happy self. We would absolutely book with her again.”
“We had great experience booking with Allison, she was very responsive, kept us updated throughout the stay, and sent lots of pictures, which we really appreciated. Communication was excellent and gave us peace of mind the entire time. We highly recommend her to anyone!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Richmond is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Richmond
Yaqiu was very accommodating to our schedule and our cat Mio’s needs and daily routines. She did everything requested to make Mio feel more comfortable and knew how to handle him when he is nervous. Towards the end Mio was feeling more comfortable and I’m sure he will be familiar next time he comes back! Thank you again Yaqiu
Tammy was amazing! My little one stayed with her overnight and had the BEST time with lots of playing, cuddles, and lots of walks. Tammy send me frequent (and very cute) updates with pictures. This ensured that my baby was in good hands. The best thing about Tammy is that you can tell she really loves animals and understands their needs. This is exactly what I look for in a puppy sitter ! 100% recommend!
Finding a sitter like Anisa was an absolute stroke of luck! She was a perfect sitter in every way, and you can truly feel how much she genuinely loves and cares for dogs. My dog is quite particular, so even though she’s 13, this was our very first time leaving her with an individual pet sitter instead of a professional facility. All of my worries vanished—Anisa gave her the absolute best care. She took her on so many walks and shared frequent photo updates, which gave me immense peace of mind. I could clearly see from the photos that my dog was having such a wonderful time! Thanks to Anisa, I was able to enjoy my trip without any worry. Thank you so much again, Anisa!♥️
It was Udon’s 1st time ever to stay overnight at someone else’s home. I love how Jingjing would provide constant updates of Udon, and with photos too! Glad Udon had a great time with her! That would be a great relief for a dog owner to know how was their dog doing! I would definitely rebook Jingjing if I ever need someone to take care of my dog overnight in the future.
Mario spent 5 nights with Christine and her family, I can tell Mario was happy there. I received regular updates and pictures of Mario while I was away, i was glad to know Mario have a responsible sitter. They kept a clean home and have a fenced backyard for Mario to run free. I would love to have repeat bookings in future!
Tianna and Tyler are great! I trust them fully with Sweetie, they are so caring and loving. Never feel uneasy about letting them take care of her because they constantly communicate, send updates and pictures without fail! Super flexible as well which makes things so smooth! I can always count on them, they’re wonderful!
We couldn’t have asked for better sitters for Ettore, especially for such a long stay. He spent two weeks with Hector and Jeanette, and from the very beginning they were incredibly kind, communicative, and thoughtful. They kept us updated throughout his stay, sent us lots of pictures, and always reached out if they had any questions. It was so reassuring to see how relaxed and happy Ettore looked in every picture. He clearly felt comfortable and was genuinely enjoying his time with them. He also absolutely loved spending time with Dori. It was so sweet seeing pictures of them playing together, relaxing, and even sleeping next to each other. ❤️ Knowing that Ettore was being looked after by people who genuinely care about him and treat him like their own made our trip so much better. You can really feel when someone truly loves dogs and cares about their wellbeing, and that was definitely the case with Hector and Jeanette. We’re very grateful to them both and would absolutely trust them with Ettore again. Thank you so much for taking such good care of our little guy! 🐶❤️
Trudy was wonderful and was available with very short notice. She provided daily video updates about feeding and medication, and the cat room was very tidy when she gave me the tour. My cat seemed like he was in good care, and health when I returned to pick him up. I'd recommend Trudy to anyone looking for boarding.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in Richmond on Rover is $50 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $33 and $72 per night. 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.
As of October 2026, there are 2,945 sitters on Rover offering Pet Boarding across the city of Richmond. About 89% typically respond to requests within 60 minutes.
Enter your address and booking dates to see which sitters are available near you. You can also message multiple sitters to improve your chances of finding the right care.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 83% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% 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.
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 .
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they do not have any disqualifying offences.
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 .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
sitters on Rover , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
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