Pet Sitting in Charlottesville
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1. Katie I.

“Katie was great. She helped us out last minute and was very flexible with our changing plans. She was fantastic with our animals, gave them lots of love, walks, and provided us an update every time. I would definitely recommend Katie and hopefully she will be able to look after our animals in the future!”


2. Penny H.

“Penny was fantastic doing drop in visits and walks for my two dogs! They are a rambunctious pair and she seemed to handle it all with ease. Plan to utilize her services again in the future if she's game!”


3. Danielle C.

“Danielle was great with Cat! She sent pictures and texted an update during her visit. I was happy to know Cat had such good company. I've already booked more time with Danielle and would highly recommend her care.”


4. bailey l.

“Bailey did a great job with our boys! She arrived on time and spent time loving on our boys. We even added a last minute request to bring in some mail that needed to be refrigerated. Great experience. Will definitely recommend and have her come back anytime”


5. Rhiana Q.

“Rhiana is like a second mom to my kitties. They love her! I can’t say enough great things about her. I already have her lined up again before the end of this month. I don’t worry for a second knowing she’s taking care of my two boys.”


6. Carolyn & Jeremy C.


“Great to work with! Very flexible with schedule and obviously passionate about your pets. Also very responsive to messages while we were out of town. Will definitely book with again!”


7. Kirtly R.


“Kirtly was absolutely fabulous with letting our puppy ember out! Ember got all her energy out and was so happy when I got home every day. Will definitely use again!!”


8. James B.


“James was terrifically prompt and communicative! Hhe took excellent care of my dogs who were stressed after moving in to a new house and was flexible about the things that came up because of it. I am very grateful!”




9. Emilee K.

“Emilee did a fantastic job watching our two kitties over a holiday break. She was easy to work with and set up a time to meet in advance to go over their care instructions. She visited promptly each day, sending us a photo update and making sure they were safe and fed. We were really happy with her and will book her again in the future.”


10. Josephine B.

“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.”


11. Robert H.

“My kitty had a great time with Robert. She is typically a bit wary around males but warmed up real quick when meeting him. She also had a bit of accident when I was away and Robert went above and cleaned it up with my pet vac. He even told me to keep an eye out for her health in case it was a sign of something worse. I definitely feel comfortable leaving my feline in his care in the future.”


12. Cailyn D.
About: Hello everyone! Im cailyn, im new to charlottesville. I just moved from New Hampshire and would love to care for your furbaby! I started Rover in New Hampshire and want to continue 😃 have always had dogs growing up, my family had a husky. Now we have our family dog Georgia. I have taken care of dogs helping my moms friends dogs/ birds before for upto a few weeks taking care of them, includes giving them a bath, feeding, taking them for a walk and to meet their standards. Im working a fulltime Job currently but i can help out afterwards and sometimes on weekends. I work a normal 8-5 shift at a daycare. I can give your dog company with my family dog Georgia, shes wicked friendly, being vocal and loves company from other dogs. I am very focused when it comes to doing what needs to be done to make sure your pup has the right attention and needs.


13. Alexa R.

“I couldn't have asked for a better pet sitter for my cats! Alexa went above and beyond to make sure they were happy, well-fed, and loved while I was away. I received regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. It's clear she genuinely cares about animals, and I returned to two very content kitties. I highly recommend Alexa to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and compassionate to care for their pets!”


14. Elizabeth P.

“She took excellent care of the cats, would love to have her come do check-ins again!”


15. Doris S.

“Doris was extremely reliable and a great communicator before and during the period that she took care of our cats. We’d definitely book her again in the future!”


16. Rachael K.

“Rachel thank you so much for taking care of our dog. You were the best. If anyone is looking for a dog sitter look no further…Rachel is the best.”


17. Kimberly H.

“so wonderful. kim was great with my cat, very communicative and incredibly flexible. she was able to help me with a very last minute request (and with mid-week schedule change). i came home to a very clean home and a very content cat. will use her again - and absolutely recommend her as a pet sitter!”


18. Estefani M.

“Estefani is the best! She was soooo sweet with my senior kitty. She is a great communicator and sent lovely updates each day. I felt so much better knowing she was looking after my cat. 10/10 would recommend!”


19. Christopher H.

“Christopher is everything you could want in a pet sitter! He doted on my dogs and kept them safe and happy. He was conscientious and reliable, and took great care of the house and all dog-related messes. Also great with communication and flexibility. I would happily work with him again!”


20. Maya C.
“Maya has been dog sitting for us for a few years when she is home on breaks. She is incredibly reliable, respectful, and takes care of our dog like her own. She goes above and beyond to make sure our golden retriever is well taken care of when we are away. Maya is the best!”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Charlottesville on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2025, there are 106 pet sitters in Charlottesville. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Charlottesville pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Charlottesville.
Rover makes it easy to find Charlottesville 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
There are 106 pet sitters in Charlottesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
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.
