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$100
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40 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Deanwood, Washington, DC, 20019

Aliyah stayed at our house to take care of our dog and cat while we were on vacation. She was great -- responsive and reliable. Our dog and cat were very happy when we got home. I highly recommend her.

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Anh C.
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$45
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13 reviews
6 repeat clients
13 years of experience
District Heights, MD, 20747

Anh was wonderful with our dog Wilbur- she sent us updates and was really sweet to him. She stayed over at our place which we appreciated because our pup can get a little anxious. Anh left us a very nice note and left the house very clean. We will definitely be reaching out to Anh again until the future for dog care!!

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Bradley H.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20001

Had a great experience! Damien was communicative and attentive to our dogs. He seemed prepared when he arrived and was very flexible in working with our schedules. He sent photos and videos often and clearly loved our pups!

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Jayla S.
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$75
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4.9 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
45 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Anacostia, Southeast, DC, 20019

Jayla was amazing, she took great care of my furry best friend and my home. She sent regular, wonderful updates so I could tell my pup was happy and safe, and allowed me to really enjoy my time away. I would absolutely trust her to watch my pup again and recommend her!!

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Charlotte C.
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$15
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4.9 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
17 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Stadium-Armory, Washington, DC, 20003

Charlotte provides excellent care to our schnauzer & we appreciate her professionalism & attentiveness. Very responsive & provides frequent updates too. Thanks again Charlotte!

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Kimberly T.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
13 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, 20003

Incredible sitter that takes fantastic care of your animals. She watched two cats, two dogs and my fish for me and was flexible to all of their needs. She checked in with us and sent pictures and made sure we were informed of any issues. We also came home to a very clean house!

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Karima A.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20024

Karima took excellent care of our dog Goose and our apartment while we were away for over a week. She was caring, responsive, and helpful throughout her stay. She sent us daily updates and was very professional. She left our apartment clean and Goose absolutely loved her! I would definitely book with Karima again and suggest her for any of your dog sitting needs.

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Aliyah W.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Brandywine, MD, 20613

About: I grew up with many pets. For example, I’ve had 6 birds, 3 hamsters, 1 dwarf gerbil, 1 leopard gecko, 2 cats, 2 dogs, and possibly more. I currently have 2 dogs. Both are rescues. Jasper is 2 years old and I’ve had him since he was about a month old if even that, and Raleigh who is 7 now. I’ve had her since she was 2. Aside from the doggy babies, I also currently have a brown anole that I took in from Florida. His name is Tommy and I’ve had him for 4 months now. He was a baby when I found him. I also have 2 fish, Gumball and Penny. I personally believe all animals are babies. I’ve also pet sit for family members before. I’m currently working part time and I’m not yet in school. I do have a lot of free time, and because I don’t live alone I have people home to help take care of my furry and scaled friends, where as some people may need some extra help that I’d be able to provide! I was raised right. I’m respectful, do not cross boundaries, and know better than to disrespect clients (human and animal, of course!) I’m a big empath, I love animals beyond comprehension. I’m a vegetarian that’s working my way to veganism if that can show you how empathetic I am. I also cry while watching Ratatouille. I love walking, I love talking to animals, I treat animals as if they are literal babies because they are just too cute!

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Chance B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
5 years of experience
South West, Washington, DC, 20024

About: I have sharpened my abilities in dog care and customer service, ensuring that the pets under my supervision receive the highest level of care and attention. My commitment to safety rules and adaptability allows me to handle various situations with ease, whether walking multiple dogs or catering to the unique needs of each pet. I possess a strong set of skills including cleaning, dog care, customer service, communication, time management, and problem solving. My strengths such as adaptability, responsibility, attention to detail, patience, reliability, and work ethic further enhance my ability to excel in this role. I have hands on experience working in professional dog daycare environments, including at Dogtopia and The Board Hound. In these roles, I cared for dogs of different breeds, sizes, and temperaments in a structured group setting. My responsibilities included supervising playgroups, ensuring safety and positive behavior, feeding and basic care routines, and maintaining a clean, controlled environment. This experience helped me develop strong skills in dog behavior management, calm handling in high energy situations, and building trust with both pets and their owners. Currently Monday-Friday my availability is open. Have time in the morning, lots of time in the afternoon, I can also do overnight if its needed. I like to work with my clients to get an understanding of their pet's daily routine, including feeding times, exercise needs, medications, and special requirements.

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Imani C.
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$46
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
7 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772

Imani was great with Ellie, Estrella, and Coco. She house sat and came on time, followed all directions, and sent updates. We appreciate you! Thank you! Until next time!

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Bria H.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20032

My senior dog has a lot of medical and behavioral needs, and it’s hard for me to feel comfortable leaving him with a sitter. With Bria, not only did she seem to understand and love my old man, but she used her vet tech skills to administer all of his meds and closely monitor his respiratory rate. She flagged a heart failure episode early and worked with my dog’s cardiologist over the phone to adjust his mediation dosage to ensure he was stable while I was in flight. Bria’s expertise, reliable communication and nurturing personality were a godsend for my dog and me. I would definitely rebook and trust her implicitly. Would highly recommend, especially to go above and beyond for dogs with special needs.

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Kriss D.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Anacostia, Washington, DC, 20032

Kriss was AMAZING with our two pitties! One of our dogs had a rough start so he can be a bit fearful of new people, but within an hour of her stay with the dogs, Kriss sent us a photo of that dog lying across her lap. She is responsible, kind, and kept us updated throughout her visit. We are looking forward to working with her many times in the future :)

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Lindsay M.
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Almita B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
5 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Landover, MD, 20785

Almita was great. She agreed to sit for our pup on short notice and listened to all of our instructions. We came home to a happy pup and she treated our house well. Thanks!

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Sara G.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
11 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Stadium-Armory, Washington, DC, 20002

Sara was wonderful with our fur babies. She sent us updates and photos throughout our trip. It was easy to tell our girls quickly became comfortable with her, napping and snuggling up with her. She kept our home near and tidy, even taking the trash and recycling out, before she left. We will definitely be rebooking with Sara in the coming months.

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Jayla H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Temple Hills, MD, 20748

About: From a young age, I've had a deep-rooted passion for caring for animals, particularly dogs and cats. This love has grown over the years, leading me to a fulfilling role at a veterinary clinic. In my position, I am dedicated to ensuring that your beloved pets receive the highest standard of care. I meticulously manage their vaccination schedules and regularly monitor their overall health, providing peace of mind to pet owners. Each day, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where pets feel comfortable, promoting their well-being and happiness. I am currently working full-time at a veterinary clinic in Washington, DC. I work four days a week and have three days off. My off days vary each week, but I receive my schedule a month in advance, so I always know when I am working. I will make sure your baby is well taken care of and loved. I will treat them like my own. I will also send photos and updates every day.

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Michaela C.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22314

Michaela was wonderful with our dog, Bird. There was a thunderstorm when she stayed over and she kept Bird company all night since she gets nervous in storms.

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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
10 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20002

Jasmine was amazing! We received daily photos and updates about how our dog was doing, and she took her to some of her favorite spots as well. Our dog is deaf, and Jasmine was able to communicate with her seamlessly using sign language because she is deaf herself. Our house was just as clean as we left it when we arrived home. Jasmine left us homemade baked cookies! They were so delicious. You’d be lucky to have her take care of your pets. 💗

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Brianna M.
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Kymberlee W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
129 reviews
44 repeat clients
6 years of experience
U Street Corridor, Washington, DC, 20009

My babies truly love Kymberlee. They are always so calm when I get home, like they’ve been loved on adequately. My blind god especially loves her because she shows her extra care. She makes sure they are entertained and sends lots of pictures. Amazing!

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Mya W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
89 reviews
46 repeat clients
4 years of experience
District Heights, MD, 20747

Mya was fantastic. She watched our two rowdy puppies, one of whom is only 5 months, while my husband and I were away for our wedding. You could tell she genuinely loved our dogs and was taking such good care of them. We came home and the house was immaculate and our dogs were so happy. She was on time, communicative, and detailed. I would hire her again in a second!

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Ashley K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
87 reviews
34 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772

Ashley was a fantastic bunny sitter, and I'd definitely recommend her! I had to extend my trip unexpectedly due to contracting COVID, and she was flexible and willing to extend her rabbit-sitting to much longer than the time we'd originally planned. My rabbit was happy and healthy when I returned, and I know she took great care of him. She even managed to train him to leave his pen on his own (he's a bit visually impaired, so I always had to pull him out prior to Ashley's visit) -- and training such a stubborn little guy is a pretty impressive accomplishment. She also successfully gave him some medication that he needed. Very grateful for your amazing bunny-sitting skills, Ashley! Thank you so much.

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Bryan was a wonderful guest and communicator! His flexibility was much appreciated when we had a medical emergency with our youngest that required some last minute schedule changes. We will definitely be using him again!!

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John G.
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Anh was awesome. She could handle our 110 pit mix and took very good care of him. Thank you so much. Will definitely book again!!

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Jennifer L.
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Jayla did a wonderful job caring for our home and our dog Eli and I would certainly book again in the future. She was communicative, reliable, responsive, and took care of everything we had asked of her.

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Emily H.
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Bradley was awesome with our girl. He left us at ease that she was in good hands. An added bonus was that he left our place as clean as we left it.

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Blake S.
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Dejah was wonderful in looking after our home and dog for 5 days. We returned to a happy and healthy dog and a home that also had been well looked-after. Would book Dejah again if the need arises.

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Craig B.
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Thank you, Emily - for sending adorable pictures, updating me every day, and leaving the apartment so neat and clean!

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Dale K.
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Trina was absolutely amazing! She kept me fully informed with regular updates throughout the entire stay, which gave me total peace of mind. To make things even better, my travel plans got seriously delayed on my way home, and Trina was incredibly responsible and accommodating. She immediately adjusted her own schedule to cover the extra time needed until I could get back. I cannot recommend her enough and will definitely be booking with her again!

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Carlos M.
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Catherine was great with my 5 month old pup! She is super responsive, active and genuinely cares for animals. I knew my pup was safe in her hands!

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Katie T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla was an amazing sitter for Asja during my time away! I am very particular about my dog and can normally gauge from the meet and greet if the sitter is a good fit. The care, attention to detail, follow up, professionalism, and the love she has for her job and her furry clients are just a few shining examples of her superior work ethic. We were gone for almost a week and I could enjoy my trip knowing she was there taking care of and giving the best of care to my Asja. I highly recommend Kayla and plan to use her for future sittings.

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Chante W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dahlya was great!! I have a picky dog and Dahlya did everything to make sure she was comfortable and cared for! Definitely 10/10 recommend and will rebook!!

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Jessica M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Natalie is an outstanding sitter. She is super professional and intentional with caregiving. Our dogs got plenty of exercise, stayed on their schedule, and got a ton of extra attention while we were away. We received updates and photos throughout. Natalie stayed in our home, and communicated any home related issues and took wonderful care of our space. You won’t regret booking! We look forward to working with Natalie again in the future.

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Maddie & Tanner K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Talayia is the best! We have her pet sit our dog and cat all the time and they just love her. She sends us daily updates and pictures so we can have stress free vacations. Highly recommend!

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Prianka W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Taylor was super accommodating and took good care of my care of my cat and dog. I’d trust them with her again.

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Nicole F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

LOVE them!! Called them in the middle of the night because there was something wrong with one of my dogs and they were there within 15 minutes. Great with my rescue and very communicative :)

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Allison S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

I am a first time Rover user, and was for a long time very wary of allowing strangers to take care of my fur babies. Roy, unequivocally, is the reason this site works. Roy communicated often, thoroughly, and was even patient when we had app difficulties and my communication lapsed. Roy took care of my two dogs and one cat and provided stimulation and lots of cuddles. We came home to a house that was pristine and three happy and healthy pets. As I told Roy personally, having the peace of mind to actually enjoy the vacation is nearly invaluable. We are very thankful to Roy and will definitely be booking again should the time come!

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Miles J.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

As always, Aristose went above and beyond to take good care of our two German shepherds. She is always communicative and loves our dogs very well!

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Ryan H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicole was very caring and excellent with my dogs. I am thankful to have found her to care for my pets.

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Anne G.
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The average cost for House Sitting in District Heights on Rover is $39.59 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 10,392 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across District Heights. 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 District Heights 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 District Heights 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 District Heights 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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .

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 short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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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