Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Elkhardt, Richmond, VA
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1. Amanda W.
“Once again Amanda knocked it out the park! Our baby was super anxious when we left and I was so worried about her. Amanda came through like a rock star even offering different things she could do to try and help alleviate some of Jewel's stress. She kept me updated throughout the entire weekend and was so awesome with her communication. We are so blessed we found her!”
2. DAMACIA J.
“Damacia did a wonderful job checking in on my dog, and on short notice. They arrived promptly and did everything that we asked. Based on the photos we received, our dog had a great time with Damacia, especially for meeting for the first time.”
3. Alexander S.
“Alexander was awesome! My silly, hyper pup warmed up to him well and he made sure my big oy was taken care of without any deviations from our routine. I will be planning on booking Alexander soon!”
4. Arin M.
“Arin is fantastic! We had such peace of mind knowing they were dropping in to check on our sick pup while we were both at work, and all of our dogs (even our shy hound) loved them during the meet and greet. They sent multiple photos during the drop in visit and also were so patient and compassionate working with our feral rescue girl. We don’t have an easy pack, but Arin was great with all of them.”
5. Elijah S.
“Elijah is the absolute best! He is one of the few people my really shy cat is warmed up too and always does an incredible job of communicating and sending cute pictures!”
6. Gabriela & Mark M.
“Did great with our new puppy! Communicative about his needs and attentive. Even took him for a short walk even though it was just a drop in visit. Would easily request to care for Chef again!”
7. Jeffrey H.
“This was our first time using Rover and we are so glad we found Jeffrey. He took such great care of our diabetic cat so we could rest easy on vacation.”
8. Lisa K.
“After a flight cancelation on our way home from a trip, we were so thankful that Lisa was able to drop in on our 3 pets and make sure they were okay until we got home!”
9. Kristen C.
“Kristen is a gem of a person and so attentive to our dog, Skye. She sends lots of updates and pictures and is also very funny. She is great to work with and I totally trust her with our furbaby.”
10. Cindy T.
“I was nothing but impressed with Cindy watching my dog. Mr Skootkes does not like people outside my family so I was nervous about how this would go. 8 hours later when I went to pick him up he acted like he wanted to stat with her hahaha! A+++”
11. Paula H.
“Paula did a great job with Mona, my cat. She is older, deaf and needs medication daily. It was nice to feel Mona was taken care of while I was on vacation!”
12. Rhys K.
“Rhys is an exceptional pet caregiver. He has been raised in a house of animal lovers so he knows the values of beloved family pets. Rhys understands keeping them well fed, exercised and loved is most important. He has experience in dogs, cats, birds (parakeets), aquarium and pond fish, lizards and chickens. You would not be disappointed in his level of care!”
13. Tara W.
“Tara was awesome with our pups! She was very attentive and they seemed to have had a blast. Would book her again!”
14. Dani R.
“Couldn’t recommend more, followed instructions perfectly with great communication and my three rescues warmed to them quickly.”
15. Alexis M.
“Good evening. I am writing on behalf of Alexis Martin. This young lady is a former student of mine who continues to impress me as she has now graduated from high school and working towards a beautiful future for herself. She is a kind, caring young lady who did a beautiful job caring for my dog and cat for over a week this past holiday season while I was visiting family in London. Alexis sent me updates, pictures, and kind words about my babies while I was on vacation. I would like to add that my cat lost an arm as a kitten and is not typically kind to strangers in the home. This did not keep Alexis from loving both of my animals and strategizing ways to make my cat "Chase" feel safe and loved.”
16. Yajaira Z.
“Yaya is a loving mom dog. Always taking care of her two baby dogs cooking for them and taking nice walks in different parks. She always is making sure her dogs are safe and comfortable in every situation. Apart from her own dogs she also shows the same care and love to other dogs as well. She have take care of my dog 🐶 pepper before so i know how she is as a pet caregiver.She is a professional and responsible worker. 100% recommended 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
17. Elizabeth L.
“My 2 dogs and 5 cats love when Elizabeth visits. She spends time with each of them even my shyest cat. I appreciate how she makes sure they have all they need.”
18. Mariah C.
“Mariah is an absolute angel. Sweet, kind, super responsive, so easy to work with. She took immaculate care of my sweet old Bo and handled his age-related issues with grace. She even left a thank you gift - treats and toys for my Bo! It was absolutely unexpected and so endearing. I should be thanking her, and I will. Thank you, Mariah!”
19. Carrington A.
“Carrington has taking care of my dog, Cooper, multiple times and has been very loving towards him. She takes care of him like he is her own dog. She is very responsible and loving. Cooper loves her!!”
20. Janet S.
“Janet came to my rescue when I found myself having to leave my anxious pup home alone, she was able to end me photo updates of Tsumi when she stopped by, was quick to respond and coordinate with me, and was super proffesional.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Elkhardt 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 338 pet sitters in Elkhardt. 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, 86% of Elkhardt pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Elkhardt have an average of 13 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 Elkhardt.
Rover makes it easy to find Elkhardt 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 338 pet sitters in Elkhardt on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Elkhardt, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 96% 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.