Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Columbia Forest, Arlington, VA
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1. Samantha H.

“Thank you very much, Samantha, for being such a good caregiver to Carolina. You’ve always been able to track her down in her various hiding places and give her reassurance. Thanks for all you have done!”


2. Ameera B.

“Ameera is a pet parent’s dream! She was extremely attentive and caring with my cat, provided wonderful updates and videos that I looked forward to every day, and went the extra mile to make sure both my cat and I were comfortable throughout my travel. I would recommend her to anyone!”


3. Aimee P.

“WOW! Aimee took such great care of our kitty while we were away. She came for multiple daily visits and sent detailed updates with great photos. She truly went above and beyond our expectations to make sure our cat was well taken care of and I felt so much better knowing Aimee was there for her. I will absolutely be using Aimee for any future travel.”


4. Juli G.

“Juli is easy to work with, great communicator & on top of all things high-energy puppy (leash resistance, unauthorized snacking, reactive behaviors etc). Appreciate her time with my dog Pep!”


5. shannon b.

“Shannon was an amazing choice for a puppy visit! She kindly took care of my high energy 10 week old puppy for 30 min when I had to go to the office. She was very responsive and followed all instructions. Wrigley was lucky to have her help!”


6. Jocelyn M.


“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! 🥹”


7. Simone D.

“Simone did a great job with my dog Lily and my two kittens!! She took lots of photos and videos, my pets looked very happy! She also had some great notes and I will definitely be reaching out to her again for care!”


8. Ian O.

“Ian was amazing. He made sure my cat had everything he needed and also made sure playtime happened during his visits. He was easy to talk to and just made the whole visit stress-free.”


9. Iryna K.

“Iryna is fantastic! She was attentive, caring, and comfortable administering medications for our cat. We felt like she really bonded with our cat, and she went above and beyond to make sure she was happy. Iryna was also an amazing communicator - we appreciated her personalized twice-daily updates with lots of photos, and we knew our cat was in great hands. We will definitely book Iryna again!”


10. Tara F.

“Tara was really helpful when she agreed to drop in to help feed and walk pixel. I’m really happy pixel made a new friend and I recommend using Tara for any service”


11. Jaidyn S.

“Very thorough and professional for my pup’s check in / walk! Thank you thank you thank you! Would highly recommend to others and 110% rebook when needed. Greatly appreciate it!”


12. 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!”


13. Yannira L.

“Yannira was friendly and very responsive. She sent pictures, provided updates and feedback. She asked questions, took interest and made sure my pup was taken care of. I recommend Yannira and will use again.”


14. Zoe H.

“Zoe is wonderful with our nervous little chihuahua and us. She cares for our pet’s mental and physical well being. We appreciate the updates and photos, it brings us comfort. I highly recommend Zoe.”


15. Quddsia F.

“Quddsia is the coolest! Our Charlie loved her immediately and I was so comfortable with leaving him in her care. She asked great questions and took the cutest photos of our boy. Will be booking with her for future dog care needs!”


16. Emily B.

“Emily is fantastic! This was her second time taking care of our newly-diagnosed diabetic cat and we were very confident he was in great hands. We love her detailed notes and pictures. She is reliable and punctual. Thank you Emily!”


17. Kaitlyn K.

“Kaitlyn was on time and communicative when coming by to feed my cats. I appreciated her asking questions and clarifying what to do, and I would definitely book her again.”


18. Donna S.
“Donna rescued her bassett hound Lucy eight years ago. She and Lucy shared the best life - long walks with lots of sniffs, loving belly rubs and naps on the couch. Donna gave Lucy the best care, from a young pup to a senior dog. Donna is a true dog lover, and now that Lucy lives on in her heart, you can be sure your dog will be in patient, kind and good hands during their stay.”


19. Rachel T.


“Rachel is amazing!!! She handled my two very different dogs with ease. One is big with high energy and the other is little, cranky, and old. They loved her and she was in and out with no problem. She sent a bunch of photos and also kindly did this drop-in on a very last minute basis. I am relieved that the dogs are taken care of and so pleased with how extremely nice and professional Rachel was to speak with. Will definitely call again if we need more help. Thanks Rachel!”


20. Sarah M.
“Sarah was great! Our dogs are so excited to see her and can’t wait until the next stay! Thanks for allowing us to have a night out at ease knowing the dogs were in great hands!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Columbia Forest on Rover as of Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 1,949 pet sitters in Columbia Forest. 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 Columbia Forest pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Columbia Forest have an average of 12 years of experience. 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 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
There are 1,949 pet sitters in Columbia Forest on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Columbia Forest, 92% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. 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 background checks 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.
