Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Capitol District, Richmond, VA
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“Kade was wonderful Very good communication Great pictures Gennie loved her Even switched out the pee pad & comb Gennie out when she rolled in the mulch Will definitely use again & highly recommended”


“Rachel did a wonderful job during her drop-in’s with my two dogs while we were away for 4 days! Her communication was excellent, and we enjoyed seeing photos of how happy our dogs were during her visits! One of our dogs can be very timid, but he came out of his shell by her second visit!”


“Kyla did a great job looking after my cats. It was easy to set things up, she arrived as scheduled, communicated well throughout, and my cats liked her too.”


“Kirby has been great helping me with daily let outs while I’m at work this week. She even went out of her way to schedule a meet and greet since my dog can be a little anxious. Highly recommend her!”


“Liz was incredible with our older dog. She was always there on time, even early during his morning visits. She brought treats and sent so many adorable photos of how well he was doing while we were away. I would absolutely use Liz again in the future. What a gem!”


“I really liked Elijah's notes and photos! Elijah left us a report every day and we could tell he made an effort to entertain and comfort my cat while we were away. We felt like Elijah was very kind and trustworthy too.”


“Lila always does a great job with our crotchety elderly cat and follows all our directions for his crotchety food preferences perfectly! She also sends lots of photos and detailed updates.”


“This was our first time having Jeffrey do drop ins for our three wild kids and he was AMAZING! Great communication, super professional, loved on our doggos just like we would!”


“Thane sent detailed notes of each visit along with photos. Our cat usually takes a while to warm up to people but the two of them really seemed to hit it off! We’ll definitely be looking to book Thane again in the future.”


“Catherine was great!! She updated and sent pictures every time she stopped in. My one dog Va. be anxious around new people and she instantly made her feel comfortable. I was never worried the entire time I was away.”


“I’m so glad I chose to book with Devinder! I’ve been blown away by his responsiveness, flexibility, communication, and clear love for pets :) He’s very professional, but also comes across like a friend who’s always down to help you out and care for your pets like they’re his own. I trust him with my pets for the long haul!”


“Maria and Luis went above and beyond to take care of our kitties this weekend! As a first time rover user I was nervous but they were communicative and very loving to our cats. Can’t recommend them enough!”


“We reached out to Jessica, because she seemed like a fit for our elderly dog with high medical needs. She was warm, accommodating, and she would have been the perfect fit had our dog not passed away before she could begin providing him care. She had not previously injected a dog, but she was a trooper - coming over for a visit, and gave Ricky insulin with ease. I also felt safe giving her a key to my home. I have already told my best friend (who has three dogs) about her, and while we are heartbroken by the circumstances, we remain hopeful we will encounter her through our dog loving friends who consistently need the kind of support I am confident she provides. Thank you again, Jessica.”


“I’m never using anyone else! Tyler has a genuine love and passion for animals that shows in her visits and when she hosts. You won’t just get pictures of your dog playing in backyard - she actually spends time with your pup”


“Claire was FANTASTIC! She stopped over for a meet and greet prior to coming for the visit to meet them! Played and gave them a snack! Much appreciated! Loved getting the cute pics during the visit!”


“Giselle did a great job taking care of our dog for a week long trip. She was prompt, communicative, and was able to administer our dogs medications without any issue. We are so grateful for her help! Will definitely book again.”


“Abby was great! She was super communicative with each visit and made sure my cats were well taken care of while I was gone. I would definitely book with her again!”


“Elle was great with Sake her first time! He went right to her during her care for him. She always left good information on my cards. I will definitely be asking her to help out again. Thank you so much Elle for taking care of Sake. We really appreciate it!!! ??”


“Rachel was great with Kovu and was always available for communicating with me. She spend her time playing with him and ensuring he had plenty of food and water. Would definitely hire her again!”


About: I’ve taken care of multiple breeds and of varying ages. I’ve also helped train my own puppy, as well as friends’ dogs, the basics like potty training, sit, etc. I’m quite comfortable with puppies under 1 year old all the way to our senior friends. I’m currently a full-time dog mom and pet caretaker. I just graduated from grad school and don’t start my new job until this fall, and I thought - what a better way to spend my summer off taking care of my favorite animal and helping other pet owners? I’m an open communicator and can be available how you need me with the proper heads-up! I live in an apartment building with my fiancé and our sweet, cuddly boy dog (neutered). There’s 3 parks within walking distance and a dog park just an 8min drive away. Since I live in an apartment, I would recommend only small to medium dogs stay with us, but I’m always willing to travel to clients’ houses for dogs of all sizes. I treat my clients dogs as if they were my own fur baby. The love, kindness, & attention I give my sweet boy is the same love, kindness, & attention your dog will receive. My friend is also a vet tech I can always reach out to for advice/questions and I myself am a certified (human) healthcare professional.
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Kade M.
Star Sitter


“Kade was wonderful Very good communication Great pictures Gennie loved her Even switched out the pee pad & comb Gennie out when she rolled in the mulch Will definitely use again & highly recommended”


Rachel D.Star Sitter

“Rachel did a wonderful job during her drop-in’s with my two dogs while we were away for 4 days! Her communication was excellent, and we enjoyed seeing photos of how happy our dogs were during her visits! One of our dogs can be very timid, but he came out of his shell by her second visit!”


Kyla B.Star Sitter

“Kyla did a great job looking after my cats. It was easy to set things up, she arrived as scheduled, communicated well throughout, and my cats liked her too.”


Kirby B.Star Sitter

“Kirby has been great helping me with daily let outs while I’m at work this week. She even went out of her way to schedule a meet and greet since my dog can be a little anxious. Highly recommend her!”


Elizabeth S.Star Sitter

“Liz was incredible with our older dog. She was always there on time, even early during his morning visits. She brought treats and sent so many adorable photos of how well he was doing while we were away. I would absolutely use Liz again in the future. What a gem!”


Elijah S.Star Sitter

“I really liked Elijah's notes and photos! Elijah left us a report every day and we could tell he made an effort to entertain and comfort my cat while we were away. We felt like Elijah was very kind and trustworthy too.”


Lila D.
Star Sitter


“Lila always does a great job with our crotchety elderly cat and follows all our directions for his crotchety food preferences perfectly! She also sends lots of photos and detailed updates.”


Jeffrey H.Star Sitter

“This was our first time having Jeffrey do drop ins for our three wild kids and he was AMAZING! Great communication, super professional, loved on our doggos just like we would!”


Eula C.
Star Sitter


“Thane sent detailed notes of each visit along with photos. Our cat usually takes a while to warm up to people but the two of them really seemed to hit it off! We’ll definitely be looking to book Thane again in the future.”


Catherine C.Star Sitter

“Catherine was great!! She updated and sent pictures every time she stopped in. My one dog Va. be anxious around new people and she instantly made her feel comfortable. I was never worried the entire time I was away.”


Devinder K.Star Sitter

“I’m so glad I chose to book with Devinder! I’ve been blown away by his responsiveness, flexibility, communication, and clear love for pets :) He’s very professional, but also comes across like a friend who’s always down to help you out and care for your pets like they’re his own. I trust him with my pets for the long haul!”


Maria & Luis V.
Star Sitter


“Maria and Luis went above and beyond to take care of our kitties this weekend! As a first time rover user I was nervous but they were communicative and very loving to our cats. Can’t recommend them enough!”


Jessica D.Star Sitter

“We reached out to Jessica, because she seemed like a fit for our elderly dog with high medical needs. She was warm, accommodating, and she would have been the perfect fit had our dog not passed away before she could begin providing him care. She had not previously injected a dog, but she was a trooper - coming over for a visit, and gave Ricky insulin with ease. I also felt safe giving her a key to my home. I have already told my best friend (who has three dogs) about her, and while we are heartbroken by the circumstances, we remain hopeful we will encounter her through our dog loving friends who consistently need the kind of support I am confident she provides. Thank you again, Jessica.”


Tyler H.
Star Sitter


“I’m never using anyone else! Tyler has a genuine love and passion for animals that shows in her visits and when she hosts. You won’t just get pictures of your dog playing in backyard - she actually spends time with your pup”


Claire P.

“Claire was FANTASTIC! She stopped over for a meet and greet prior to coming for the visit to meet them! Played and gave them a snack! Much appreciated! Loved getting the cute pics during the visit!”


Giselle C.
Star Sitter


“Giselle did a great job taking care of our dog for a week long trip. She was prompt, communicative, and was able to administer our dogs medications without any issue. We are so grateful for her help! Will definitely book again.”


Abby L.Star Sitter

“Abby was great! She was super communicative with each visit and made sure my cats were well taken care of while I was gone. I would definitely book with her again!”


Elle P.Star Sitter

“Elle was great with Sake her first time! He went right to her during her care for him. She always left good information on my cards. I will definitely be asking her to help out again. Thank you so much Elle for taking care of Sake. We really appreciate it!!! ??”


Rachel R.

“Rachel was great with Kovu and was always available for communicating with me. She spend her time playing with him and ensuring he had plenty of food and water. Would definitely hire her again!”


Talia C.
About: I’ve taken care of multiple breeds and of varying ages. I’ve also helped train my own puppy, as well as friends’ dogs, the basics like potty training, sit, etc. I’m quite comfortable with puppies under 1 year old all the way to our senior friends. I’m currently a full-time dog mom and pet caretaker. I just graduated from grad school and don’t start my new job until this fall, and I thought - what a better way to spend my summer off taking care of my favorite animal and helping other pet owners? I’m an open communicator and can be available how you need me with the proper heads-up! I live in an apartment building with my fiancé and our sweet, cuddly boy dog (neutered). There’s 3 parks within walking distance and a dog park just an 8min drive away. Since I live in an apartment, I would recommend only small to medium dogs stay with us, but I’m always willing to travel to clients’ houses for dogs of all sizes. I treat my clients dogs as if they were my own fur baby. The love, kindness, & attention I give my sweet boy is the same love, kindness, & attention your dog will receive. My friend is also a vet tech I can always reach out to for advice/questions and I myself am a certified (human) healthcare professional.
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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 Capitol District.
Rover makes it easy to find Capitol District 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.
