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Nicole T.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 93 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20110

“My pets all immediately trusted Nicole as soon as they met her which left me feeling so at ease about leaving them with her. She did a wonderful job and kept me informed the entire time. Will absolutely be hiring her again.”

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Madison D.
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$45
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Centreville, VA, 20121

“Appreciate that Madison accommodated a last minute request to dog sit. Dog was alive and happy upon return :)”

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Gabriella D.
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$85
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
27 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Burke, VA, 22015

“We couldn’t be happier with our dog sitter! She went above and beyond to care for our pups and our home, especially when we faced unexpected travel delays due to weather. Her flexibility and great communication gave us so much peace of mind during a stressful situation. She kept us updated with pictures and messages, which showed just how well our pups were doing in her care. The house was in perfect condition when we returned, and we’re so grateful for her professionalism and kindness. Highly recommend!”

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Stephanie M.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 133 reviews
46 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Fair Lakes, VA, 22031

“Stephanie was amazing! Daily updates with pictures and videos. House and house plants were well taken care of. Would highly recommend her for anyone looking for dog sitting!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Catherine K.
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Catherine K.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20112

“Five stars is not enough for the incredible care our two fur babies received from Catherine K.! From start to finish, Catherine was exceptionally professional and made the entire experience completely stress-free. Her communication was outstanding, providing us with regular updates and wonderful photos that kept our minds at total ease while we were away. It was clear from the moment she took over that our cats were in safe, highly capable, and loving hands. Catherine went above and beyond to maintain their daily routines and allowed them their space to become comfortable with her. If you want absolute peace of mind and a sitter who treats your pets like family, look no further than Catherine K. We will absolutely be booking her again!”

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Rosemary A.
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$70
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
28 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Reston, VA, 20191

“Rosemary was a legit godsend. She was amazing and I'm so happy I found her. My situation was very unique and she took it in stride. But the main thing was she helped my dogs feel comfortable and loved in a brand new house. She sent so many photos which helped ease my mind. Then she left my house super clean. I couldn't even tell she had been there. I will hire her again and recommend her to all my fellow dog people.”

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Carson & Elizabeth H.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Fairfax, VA, 22033

“Carson was wonderful with my 2 cats! He sent pictures for updates and even dealt with a spontaneous hairball ? one of my cats was not happy about Carson but Carson continued to let him get comfortable and finally sent pictures of my cat hanging out on his lap!”

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Elisabeth J.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
22 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20111

“What an incredible pet sitter! I got multiple photos and updates, and she even brushed my dog! Both he and my home looked great when I returned. Elisabeth asked great questions when I met her and wanted to keep his routine consistent while I was gone. I look forward to working with her again real soon.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amelia K.
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Amelia K.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
24 years of experience
Springfield, VA, 22153

“Mia was great with Bodie! She was punctual, communicative, and sent me lots of photos. I appreciated her following detailed instructions for Bodie’s morning routine; she out my mind at ease. Thank you, Mia! 😊”

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Sitter Profile Image: Melissa D.
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Melissa D.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 140 reviews
45 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Dale city, VA, 22193

“Melissa was absolutely exceptional with our two senior dogs and puppy — we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. From the start, she was remarkably polite and communicative, keeping us updated throughout with thoughtful messages and plenty of photos so we always felt connected to our pets. She took outstanding care of both our animals and our home, and we were genuinely touched to return to a house that was in even better shape than we’d left it. That kind of initiative and attention to detail is rare and truly appreciated. What stood out most was how she handled an unexpected situation when our puppy fell ill during the stay. Without hesitation, Melissa took her to the emergency vet and stayed by her side until we returned home. Her calm, compassionate response made all the difference — our puppy recovered quickly and is doing wonderfully. Melissa has earned our complete trust and will be our absolute first call every time we need a pet sitter. We recommend her wholeheartedly and without reservation to anyone looking for someone who will treat your pets like her own.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrea R.
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Andrea R.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 108 reviews
28 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Fairfax, VA, 22030

“Andrea was an amazing sitter for our dog, Remi! She came to our house for a meet & greet before house sitting, so Remi could meet her and feel more comfortable with her from the start (he suffers from separation anxiety). We hadn't originally planned on needing her to manage a special diet and medication, but when it came up, she was more than willing and adapted right away. She sent multiple updates a day with photos of how he was doing, was incredibly responsive throughout, and left the house clean and tidy. Having someone well-versed in anxious dogs and that we trusted from the start made a real difference. We'd be thrilled to have her watch Remi again and would highly recommend her to anyone in the area!”

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Hieu & Anna N.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 101 reviews
30 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Springfield, VA, 22150

“Hieu and Anna were so patient with our dog who can be weary of new people. They both took the time to make her feel comfortable and have definitely won her over!! Communication is excelllent and we 100% trust Hieu and Anna with our pup--excited she has two new fave aunties!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sophia N.
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Sophia N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22192

“Sophia was an amazing Rover! She kept us updated the whole time and seriously spoiled Roxie while we were gone! Is was so nice knowing our dog was in good hands the whole time we were gone:)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth C.
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Elizabeth C.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Fairfax, VA, 22033

“Elizabeth was phenomenal! She’s an absolute delight! Our pups loved her and she was extremely communicative. The peace of mind she provided was priceless and we will definitely be booking her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica O.
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Jessica O.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
10 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Burke, VA, 22015

“Great sitter! Jessica provided updates and pictures during the stay and maintained constant communication. I am always hesitant when I have to book a new sitter, but glad I found her! I have 3 dogs with weird quirks (one food aggressive, another anxious, and the last very hyper and annoying lol) so it can be difficult to find care, but Jessica took them on with ease. Would absolutely book again and recommend for services.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Chloe M.
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Chloe M.
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$55
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7 years of experience
Fairfax, VA, 22030

About: From Yorkies to German Shepherds to Cat, we have 7 animals in our household. The female German Shepherds (Halley) and two of the cats are my fur babies. I’ve been taking care of my sisters dog and cat as well for the past few years while she’s been overseas. All of our fur babies we’ve had since they were baby puppies and kittens. Message and we can discuss timing that works best for everyone. I'm able to easily take off work and have open during my off days Rest assured, I prioritise building a trusting relationship with both you and your beloved pets, ensuring a safe and secure environment while providing attentive care during my service.

Sitter Profile Image: Brittney H.
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Brittney H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20110

“Brittany was great! She house sat for us and took great care of our dogs for a week while we were on vacation. She followed all our directions, made sure our 2 dogs were well cared for and happy during our trip, and kept us well updated. Brittany can be relied upon to care for your pets for extended periods of time and we will definitely be using Brittany again in the future. Thank you Brittany!”

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Sitter Profile Image: David L.
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David L.
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$31
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 97 reviews
45 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Burke, VA, 22015

“David watched my Mini Schnauzer for a week while I went overseas and he gave me daily updates and pictures. It was such a relief! Will use him again for sure!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Angelica M.
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Angelica M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
4 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

“Angelica did a fabulous job watching my Aussidoddle and my Sheltie. Would highly recommend her for house sitting She watched my babies for a week while we were on vacation and sent us a bunch of pictures.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Melinda S.
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Melinda S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Sterling, VA, 20164

“Melinda is the best dog sitter hands down. She provides frequent updates and pictures and took great care of our home. I will definitely use her in the future. She is a gem.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ellie was amazing with our pets! Due to a family death we had to adjust out pet sitting schedule and Ellie was flexible, which we greatly appreciated. She sent pictures and took good care of our elderly and quirky pets. We are extremely grateful for her love and care. Ellie administered medicine, spent the night, and even cleaned up! Highly recommend Ellie!! Thanks again Ellie!

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Lisa B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nathaniel was great with the pups, and he left the house as clean (or maybe cleaner) than we left it for him! Our pups were in great shape when we returned and we'll gladly book with Nathan again!

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Christopher G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melika was a fantastic sitter for our very opinionated elder beagle. She played age appropriate games with him, carried him up the stairs and kept him company on the couch. She was also very communicative which helped soothe my nerves about leaving our doggo for several days. She also took care of our house, which was cleaner than we left it. 100% would recommend her.

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Elizabeth & Matthew C.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Clifton is $58 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $29 and $82 per night. On Rover, 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 9,433 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Clifton. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Clifton walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Clifton maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Clifton choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

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 .

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.

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 tips for your first .

sitters on Rover set their own , 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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Clifton. On Rover:

  • 86% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 91% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% 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.

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