Pet Sitting in Fairfax
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Top rated Fairfax pet sitters
“Jeannette went above and beyond with taking care of our fur babies. We feel very grateful having her as our pet sitter especially for our pets who needed extra love and attention.”
“Megan is great! She took good care of my two babies while I’m at work. Having a reliable caretaker is such a great thing. Megan has been wonderful. We will definitely use her again in the future.”
“Caroline is just wonderful!!! She is great with my energetic pups and is an all-around great person to care for your pets :) Love the photos and updates she sends!”
“I W3S VERY nervous about leaving my dogs in the care of someone as well as allowing someone into my house while I was not there. My dogs immediately came up to her during our meet and greet. She took great care of my dogs while I was away. She sent tons of pictures and she responded quickly to any messages that I sent. She left my dogs and house in perfect shape. I will definitely rebook when I go out of town again! Thank you again Toni!”
“Lisa did a wonderful job taking care of all our pets, both furry and not! She sent photos at every visit and was responsive to questions and concerns we had while away. Our whole family felt confident that our pets were in good hands! We will definitely be reaching out to Lisa for help caring for our pets in the future :)”
“Rita was very communicative and took good care of my cats. She also provided extra food for my cats when they ran out of dry food. Rita also played with them and provided many photos and updates.”
“Jess always does the best job taking care of our four cats. This is our third time using her and we don’t plan on ever stopping! She always does such an amazing job sending updates and pictures and she always goes above and beyond!”
“Liz takes good care of our kitties which is reassuring when we are away. She is thorough, professional, and thoughtful. I look forward to reading her updates and seeing the photos that she takes of our kitties. 🐈⬛”
About: I have taken care of pets most of my life. I’ve mostly handled cats and dogs, but I also have experience with bearded dragons 😊 I really do love all animals! I work M-F as a nurse but I’m usually done by 3:00 in the afternoon. I’ve found I really need something to do in my free time and I couldn’t think of anything better than taking care of some pets! As a nurse, safety is very important to me. I would use my days off to dedicate all my time to your pet, their happiness, and safety 😊
“Colleen is so great! We have a typically nervous pup who warmed up to her immediately. Colleen took the time to understand her and was patient with her. She made us feel comfortable leaving Sasha in her hands for her first time staying home alone. Thank you!! 😊”
“I was happy with the service I received! Dylan was punctual, reliable and took good care of Sophie! I enjoyed receiving pictures of each visit and appreciated him spending time with her while I was away!”
“Linda has watched our kitties several times and always does a wonderful job! We were away for two weeks this time and she was extremely reliable. We came home to happy, healthy cats!”
“We came home to happy, well-fed kitties. Jordana also took the time to play with my very playful cat in addition to feeding and cleaning the litter box. We would gladly book her again.”
“Lane was a great help when I left to go out of town! She came over and made sure my cats were good to go. She was respectful of my space and thorough as well! Making sure I didn’t need anything else before she left. I could tell my kitties loved her. (:”
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Anya W.Star Sitter
“Anya was amazing! Very friendly and responsive during our chats. She took great care of my cats, so I’ll be booking her for my dog at some point soon. Thank you!”
Jeannette F.Star Sitter
“Jeannette went above and beyond with taking care of our fur babies. We feel very grateful having her as our pet sitter especially for our pets who needed extra love and attention.”
Megan R.Star Sitter
“Megan is great! She took good care of my two babies while I’m at work. Having a reliable caretaker is such a great thing. Megan has been wonderful. We will definitely use her again in the future.”
Caroline J.Star Sitter
“Caroline is just wonderful!!! She is great with my energetic pups and is an all-around great person to care for your pets :) Love the photos and updates she sends!”
Alana L.
Star Sitter
“So happy with Alana - she is supremely reliable and consistent. Poppy loves her - her tail could knock someone over whenever she sees Alana. Highly recommend!”
Toni P.Star Sitter
“I W3S VERY nervous about leaving my dogs in the care of someone as well as allowing someone into my house while I was not there. My dogs immediately came up to her during our meet and greet. She took great care of my dogs while I was away. She sent tons of pictures and she responded quickly to any messages that I sent. She left my dogs and house in perfect shape. I will definitely rebook when I go out of town again! Thank you again Toni!”
Joseph G.Star Sitter
“Joseph is great with my dogs, even on one of the coldest days, he was outside playing with them. Love all the photos and videos that he sends. Best sitter!”
Carmen R.Star Sitter
“Carmen was so great with my 2 kitties! She is a very kind and gentle person and I came home to well-cared-for kitties. Would recommend her to anyone!”
Stephanie Z.Star Sitter
“Stephanie was great with my two cats! Her updates were very thorough, and my shy cat warmed up to her quickly! I would definitely book again.”
Lisa B.Star Sitter
“Lisa did a wonderful job taking care of all our pets, both furry and not! She sent photos at every visit and was responsive to questions and concerns we had while away. Our whole family felt confident that our pets were in good hands! We will definitely be reaching out to Lisa for help caring for our pets in the future :)”
Rita T.
“Rita was very communicative and took good care of my cats. She also provided extra food for my cats when they ran out of dry food. Rita also played with them and provided many photos and updates.”
Jess W.Star Sitter
“Jess always does the best job taking care of our four cats. This is our third time using her and we don’t plan on ever stopping! She always does such an amazing job sending updates and pictures and she always goes above and beyond!”
Liz V.Star Sitter
“Liz takes good care of our kitties which is reassuring when we are away. She is thorough, professional, and thoughtful. I look forward to reading her updates and seeing the photos that she takes of our kitties. 🐈⬛”
Jessica P.
About: I have taken care of pets most of my life. I’ve mostly handled cats and dogs, but I also have experience with bearded dragons 😊 I really do love all animals! I work M-F as a nurse but I’m usually done by 3:00 in the afternoon. I’ve found I really need something to do in my free time and I couldn’t think of anything better than taking care of some pets! As a nurse, safety is very important to me. I would use my days off to dedicate all my time to your pet, their happiness, and safety 😊
Colleen Elizabeth H.
“Colleen is so great! We have a typically nervous pup who warmed up to her immediately. Colleen took the time to understand her and was patient with her. She made us feel comfortable leaving Sasha in her hands for her first time staying home alone. Thank you!! 😊”
Dylan H.Star Sitter
“I was happy with the service I received! Dylan was punctual, reliable and took good care of Sophie! I enjoyed receiving pictures of each visit and appreciated him spending time with her while I was away!”
Linda S.Star Sitter
“Linda has watched our kitties several times and always does a wonderful job! We were away for two weeks this time and she was extremely reliable. We came home to happy, healthy cats!”
Alberta C.
“Roberta was amazing with Winston. She was very communicative and made sure all of Winston’s needs were met. We will definitely use her again.”
Jordana C.
“We came home to happy, well-fed kitties. Jordana also took the time to play with my very playful cat in addition to feeding and cleaning the litter box. We would gladly book her again.”
Lane E.Star Sitter
“Lane was a great help when I left to go out of town! She came over and made sure my cats were good to go. She was respectful of my space and thorough as well! Making sure I didn’t need anything else before she left. I could tell my kitties loved her. (:”
Fairfax pet parents share their Rover experiences
The career opportunity of a lifetime presented with a surge of panic. My mind began racing… how could I possibly make this business meeting in NYC if my sweet pup didn’t have proper care during the day? And I mean PROPER care. Like that of a new mother holding her infant babe to her bosom for the first time… like that of a blade of grass, caressing the first fallen leaves of autumn… like that of a truly obsessive dog owner for her yeasty old hound. But alas, I scrolled the options here on Rover and to my surprise landed on the page of a beautiful stallion… Danielle. With the locks of an Elvin Queen and kindness of a Hobbit, she accepted my drop in request and saved the day. My only regret? My furry love was swooned by her grace and surely yearns for her presence over my own. 10/10.
Our dog, Allie, liked Toni before she was even out of her car on the day of our meet & greet. We felt completely comfortable while away because of Toni’s commitment and great communication. We look forward to working with Toni again. I am so glad our first experience with Rover was with her.
Caroline is so sweet! Her love for animals is apparent and she takes special care of your furry friend. My dog Obi adores Caroline and they have so much fun playing together. There is plenty of love and snuggles given as well! She does a fantastic job giving a summary of the visit and I love seeing the photos. I know when I booked with Caroline that Obi will be well taken care of!
How lucky was I to find Eve, 🍀 While we were away she took excellent care of our cat, she provided updates, pictures and videos after each visit She coaxed him out of hiding and spent time with him during each visit I would highly recommend Eve and plan on using her again when we go away.
Nick did a fantastic job taking care of my buddy. He took time and care to win my dog’s friendship. I received daily reports and felt comfortable having him and Katie in my home. I was nervous about using Rover and in home care in general and it turned out to be a very positive experience. I will be using Nick again in the future.
Let me tell you, if Shanisa has time to take care of your pet, you should jump at the chance. She has worked with my pups for months now and the improvement in my little dogs social skills have improved significantly! She takes so much pride in their improvements and I’m so grateful!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Fairfax is $20
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Sitters in Fairfax average 7 repeat pet sitting clients
Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Fairfax on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 1,222 pet sitters in Fairfax. 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, 82% of Fairfax pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Fairfax have an average of 15 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 Fairfax.
Rover makes it easy to find Fairfax 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 1,222 pet sitters in Fairfax on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Fairfax, 91% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 88% offer medication administration, and 86% 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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