Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Columbia Forest, Arlington, VA
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Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Samantha was great! She came over to meet the cats and was flexible with timing since this was last minute. One of my cats is not great with new people but flopped over on her side for Samantha. It made me feel comfortable and I will be using her again!”
“Aimee took great care of our shy kitty while we were out of town, giving him his space and plenty of treats. She even met with us before we left to review necessary details. We would 100% use her again!”
“Erin did an awesome job with our cat Mipha! She communicated clearly with me and provided great updates and photos. Mipha was very happy when we got back and we look forward to working with Erin again in the future.”
“Sent amazing pictures and was very communicative and able to accommodate my last minute request to watch my cat! I would highly recommend her and book with her again.”
“Shannon was great and understood the needs of a new puppy very well, and was extra flexibility in accommodate the booking request. She also provided great updates and photos — very communicative.”
“Tara was so sweet and took excellent care of my girl! Penny is a little nervous with new people coming in so it was so wonderful that Tara took the time to warm her up to the idea, first time customer but not last!”
About: We love dogs! Ever since I was a teenager I’ve taken care of my dogs. My husband Antony and love to take care of dogs from friends and family while they travel, so we made official and signed for Rover! We have been walking and taking care of pets on Rover officially for over a year now and we are having the best time getting to know the doggies in our neighborhood. I work mostly from home, so I’ll have plenty of time to walk and play with your pups while enjoy my breaks off the screen. I have a flexible work schedule. My husband usually join me on the walks. If I happen to not be available because of my work, my husband is also available to complete the walks. While dog walking I will encourage potty, and play with the pups. I will follow any special request or specifications needed for meals or breaks.
“Jennifer took such wonderful care of my cat while I was away for a week! Great communication, lots of updates, thoughtful questions, and pictures. I had peace of mind knowing my girl was in great hands!”
“Jocelyn was super flexible and friendly. My cats warmed up to her quickly and really seemed to enjoy her presence. I was put at such ease while away, would definitely reccomend and book again! 🥹”
“Keira was communicative, helpful, and friendly. She did all necessary cat care, cleaned up unexpected messes, and sent pictures with our cat after every visit. Would recommend and would book again.”
“Skyler has been an absolute blessing to our family! Not only does she take great care of our pup, but she also aids us in his training while we are away. She is very knowledgeable about animals, and she has a huge heart. She has also been very patient as our dog is just a few months old! She keeps us in the loop too :)”
“Rachel is great! She is very willing to do the harder stuff like giving your animal medications. She’s responsive and thorough and she takes great care of our cat!”
“Karen is an absolute treasure! She has taken such good care of my dog, Moose, and my parents’ dog, Covey Belle, on several occasions! She also made sure that our bunny got lots of cuddles and love! Karen was attentive and responsive. She sent many pictures updating me as to how the fur-babies were doing (as I’m a neurotic dog mom, LOL). She treats your babies with all of the love, care, and concern that you do as a pet parent! I highly recommend Karen to anyone who is looking for a pet sitter! She is so kind and respectful!”
“Sophia was great! She watched over my cat for a week and made sure he had everything he needed and gave plenty of attention. Always timely and reached out if she had any questions.”
“Elisa was super helpful watching our cats while we were away. She sent pictures everyday and even cleaned the mess they made knocking things over. I will for sure be using her again and highly recommend her .”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Samantha H.Star Sitter
“Samantha was great! She came over to meet the cats and was flexible with timing since this was last minute. One of my cats is not great with new people but flopped over on her side for Samantha. It made me feel comfortable and I will be using her again!”
Aimee P.Star Sitter
“Aimee took great care of our shy kitty while we were out of town, giving him his space and plenty of treats. She even met with us before we left to review necessary details. We would 100% use her again!”
Erin C.Star Sitter
“Erin did an awesome job with our cat Mipha! She communicated clearly with me and provided great updates and photos. Mipha was very happy when we got back and we look forward to working with Erin again in the future.”
Iryna K.
Star Sitter
“Sent amazing pictures and was very communicative and able to accommodate my last minute request to watch my cat! I would highly recommend her and book with her again.”
shannon b.Star Sitter
“Shannon was great and understood the needs of a new puppy very well, and was extra flexibility in accommodate the booking request. She also provided great updates and photos — very communicative.”
Tara F.Star Sitter
“Tara was so sweet and took excellent care of my girl! Penny is a little nervous with new people coming in so it was so wonderful that Tara took the time to warm her up to the idea, first time customer but not last!”
Daniel S.Star Sitter
“The dogs loved Daniel and he did so well with them!”
Andreas W.Star Sitter
“Our pups love Andreas. He’s kind, communicative and reliable and a huge animal lover, we highly recommend working with him!”
Amie T.
“Amie dropped in to play with our two golden retrievers (one puppy and one 4-year old). I would absolutely recommend her to take care of your pups!”
Itzamarie P.Star Sitter
“La recomiendo 💯% ya que es muy responsable, confiable y buena con los perritos. Entregarle una mascota a ella será una emocionante aventura para ellos”
Sage H.
“Sage helped out last min and i really appreciate it. He was great with saint! Definitely would use again!”
Jennifer G.Star Sitter
“Jennifer took such wonderful care of my cat while I was away for a week! Great communication, lots of updates, thoughtful questions, and pictures. I had peace of mind knowing my girl was in great hands!”
Lisa N.
“My cat Hannah was well taken care of and in good hands while I was away! Lisa gave great drop-in visits and left Rover cards to keep me updated. Thanks for a reliable service!”
Jocelyn M.Star Sitter
“Jocelyn was super flexible and friendly. My cats warmed up to her quickly and really seemed to enjoy her presence. I was put at such ease while away, would definitely reccomend and book again! 🥹”
Keira S.Star Sitter
“Keira was communicative, helpful, and friendly. She did all necessary cat care, cleaned up unexpected messes, and sent pictures with our cat after every visit. Would recommend and would book again.”
Skylar W.Star Sitter
“Skyler has been an absolute blessing to our family! Not only does she take great care of our pup, but she also aids us in his training while we are away. She is very knowledgeable about animals, and she has a huge heart. She has also been very patient as our dog is just a few months old! She keeps us in the loop too :)”
Rachel Y.Star Sitter
“Rachel is great! She is very willing to do the harder stuff like giving your animal medications. She’s responsive and thorough and she takes great care of our cat!”
Karen G.
“Karen is an absolute treasure! She has taken such good care of my dog, Moose, and my parents’ dog, Covey Belle, on several occasions! She also made sure that our bunny got lots of cuddles and love! Karen was attentive and responsive. She sent many pictures updating me as to how the fur-babies were doing (as I’m a neurotic dog mom, LOL). She treats your babies with all of the love, care, and concern that you do as a pet parent! I highly recommend Karen to anyone who is looking for a pet sitter! She is so kind and respectful!”
Sophia R.
“Sophia was great! She watched over my cat for a week and made sure he had everything he needed and gave plenty of attention. Always timely and reached out if she had any questions.”
Elisa U.Star Sitter
“Elisa was super helpful watching our cats while we were away. She sent pictures everyday and even cleaned the mess they made knocking things over. I will for sure be using her again and highly recommend her .”
Columbia Forest pet parents share their Rover experiences
Trustworthy, professional ,and easy to communicate with! Julia is exactly who we were looking for to care for our pets, including a special needs cat. We will definitely be using her services again as our animals seemed to really like her, and she was really wonderful with them.
Maria was such a wonderful sitter for our cat while we were gone. She put me at ease, was super organized and routine with her visits, provided ample pictures and notes, and was a genuinely lovely person who I felt I could trust immediately. My cat was so comfortable with her. I will certainly use her again!
Heyssell did a great job taking care of our cat and dog while we went away for the weekend. It was nice that she was close by so we could meet in person before we left. She was professional, very friendly, sweet and patient with our pets. She sent me photos when she arrived to feed them. She left me voice notes when she left and locked up. I Will definitely be hiring her again!
Erin took great care of my skittish cat for a week. She even brought bottled water for my cat when there was a water main break and boil order. She sent messages and photos with each visit. By the end of the week, Georgie was even letting her brush her. I highly recommend her and will book her again.
Aurora did a great job taking care of our cats while we were traveling, making sure they had food, water, and a clean litterbox and taking time to give them attention and play with them. She sent great pictures and thorough updates, and she even won over our shy cat! Will definitely be reaching out next time we are going out of town
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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 Columbia Forest.
Rover makes it easy to find Columbia Forest 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.
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