Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Downtown, Washington, D. C.
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1. Brooke R.
“Brooke was absolutely amazing with my kitty! I had so much peace of mind knowing she was stopping by to take care of her while I was away. I would definitely book her again!”
2. Isabella M.
“Isabella was a lifesaver! Last minute we had to find someone for a drop in and she was responsive and followed all of our instructions perfectly. I’ll definitely book her again.”
3. Priscilla V.
“Priscilla was great with my cat. She was very attentive and communicative. She sent me detailed reports and plenty of pictures of him. I could tell my cat felt very comfortable with her and was enjoying the visits.”
4. Hannah H.
“Hannah is an incredibly caring and responsible person. She’s worked with my dogs on several occasions, and while they typically do not warm up to people, she has become an exception. Her sweet and collected approach has made them quickly begin to like her, even to a point where they are excited to see her come around. She is extremely sweet and will treat your pets as if they are her own. Hannah holds a strong sense of responsibility and accountability as well. The effort and care she puts into whatever task she is assigned is clear, and it is what makes her such a trustworthy person. I highly recommend Hannah, you won’t find anyone better suited for the job.”
5. John C.
“John was an excellent caretaker for my cat. John was quick to communicate when we were setting up dates, and came to visit before to meet us. Sent multiple photos and details about each visit and was attentive to my cat's needs. Would highly recommend.”
6. Walker R.
“Walker was wonderful in watching Titus! He went above and beyond in sharing pictures of clean cat litter and fresh food, in addition to Titus receiving love. He also looked for ways to address keeping Titus entertained and less stressed when he was alone. Look forward to hiring him again.”
7. Armando S.
“Fourth or fifth time I’ve hired Armando and will absolutely do it again! He’s thoughtful, communicative, attentive, reliable, and goes above and beyond to take care of your fur baby. 1,000% recommend.”
8. Jenna & Matthew H.
“Jenna was absolutely amazing! I would ask her back to watch Wilbur again in a heartbeat. She was incredibly communicative throughout the entire time, giving me such peace of mind while I was away. It was clear she treated Wilbur with great care and affection, and I could tell he felt comfortable with her. She even went above and beyond by coming over ahead of time to meet him and ensure everything was seamless. I couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter—highly recommend Jenna to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and loving to care for their pet!”
9. John D.
“John is awesome - we highly recommend him! He has exceptional communication and is very responsive before/during his visits. He is great with our pup who can be challenging with new people - he’s incredibly patient and knowledgeable about caring for dogs, including our very large puppy!”
10. Kelli Y.
“Kelli took wonderful care of our two cats. She was very responsive to our initial message and shared detailed updates after every visit, which gave us great peace of mind. Our boys seemed to warm to her instantly and Kelli made sure that their every need was met.”
11. Alexys B.
“Alexys did a great job checking on my kitten, she sent lots of pictures and he seemed so happy with her!”
12. Danny C.
“I had a long trip and was nervous about being away from my cat for so long. I wasn't comfortable trusting other petsitters I used previously and decided to try Danny for a shorter stay. She seemed like a great fit so I booked her for the longer trip -- I'm glad I did. She was super responsive and gave great daily updates, including behavior changes, eating habits, etc. Based on the notes and photos, it was clear she paid close attention to my cat's cues, such as if he wanted to play or be pet. I will definitely be booking with her in the future!”
13. Elias B.
“Elias was fantastic! He was consistent in his time, provided great updates, asked questions when he wasn't sure, and I think my house is cleaner than it was when I left! I would 100% book Elias again for future sitting and would recommend! Very pleased!”
14. Benjamin G.
“Very responsive and great with my 3 cats! Benjamin was able to deal with my high energy cats and give medication to one of them. I would highly recommend him for cat sitting needs!”
15. Jason W.
“Jason quite possibly could be Teddy’s best friend. He his beyond reliable, loving, and super engaging with Teddy and keeping us up to speed on all of their activities.”
16. Adrienne M.
“We are new to the DC area and so happy to have met Adrienne! My cat is shy but is comfortable around her. We will definitely book again.”
17. Aliyah M.
“Aliyah is one of the most caring people I have ever met! She grew up with dogs her entire life and now has one of her own. She is great with my pitbull and is always attentive. Aaliyah is very responsible, caring, loving, genuine and trustworthy. She would be an excellent dog caregiver! Rebecca M”
18. Matthew C.
“Matthew is great! We have two cats and Matthew watched them while we were away for a week. He was communicative and thoughtful and our cats seemed to enjoy his drop ins! Place looked great upon our return. Would definitely book again.”
19. cedric p.
“Cedric was the absolute best. Our three rather picky cats all loved him, and we loved the care as well as the updates we got from him. He was so easy to communicate with, and he did such a great job keeping our cats happy. Highly recommend!!!”
20. Hannah K.
“Hannah was the perfect pet sitter, very communicative and caring with my elderly kitty. She took great care of my cat while I was away and kept my home in great order. I highly recommend Hannah!!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Downtown 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 1,952 pet sitters in Downtown. 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 Downtown pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Downtown have an average of 12 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Downtown.
Rover makes it easy to find Downtown 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 1,952 pet sitters in Downtown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Downtown, 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.
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