House Sitting In Fairlington-Shirlington

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Kyle E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
21 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Seminary Hill, Alexandria, VA, 22304

Kyle was great, and took really good care of my pup! He sent nice updates and photos, and I felt confident that my dog was in good hands. Recommend!

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Laurie D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22304

Start to finish, Laurie was wonderful to work with; great communicator plus attentive, kind, and patient with my spunky pup (& he’s a handful!) Highly recommend for dependable, no-stress caretaking.

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Andrea M.
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$50
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4.8 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
8 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Alexandria Wrest, Alexandria, VA, 22302

Andrea is a great caretaker of pets and homes. She followed all directions and even cleaned up when one of my elderly cats didn’t make it to the litter box. She washed all the bowls and left them for me, as well as taking out the trash and making sure the cans ended up in the recycling. I will definitely book her again!

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Nicole J.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews
24 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Arlington Ridge, Arlington, VA, 22202

Nicole was a fabulous dog sitter for our 2 goldens. She took great care of them and our house. We loved the daily upstate’s and pictures she sent. Our dogs loved her and we felt reassured being away and having our dogs taken care of .

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Wayne P.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
17 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Nauck, Arlington, VA, 22206

The Best! Wayne and Jordan were amazing with my two rescue huskies while I was on vacation. The dogs are generally very cautious of strangers, and they were going through some sibling rivalry and needed to be kept apart - on separate floors of the house. Wayne and Jordan’s pet-sitting experience and patience were apparent in their daily communications and photos. It was great to see how the girls warmed up quickly! Each pup got lots of attention and exercise, and they were calm and happy when I got home. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! The icing on the cake - the bedding was all washed and the house was clean when I got home. Highly Recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Katie S.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
80 reviews
28 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington, VA, 22206

Katie did a great job of communicating during our vacation so that we knew our pup was doing well. We came home to a happy dog and a well taken care of home. We would recommend Katie very highly!

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Brianna P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
7 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA, 22305

Brianna did a fantastic job of sitting with my crazy pups! One of them can be fear aggressive (bluffs a lot) and Brianna was great with her. So great I got a picture of them cuddling on the sofa the first day! The other pup is super people shy and warmed to Brianna immediately. When she didn't want to eat (which I warned about), Brianna reached out immediately for ideas on how to get her to eat. She didn't wait! I really appreciated that. I gave her a couple of suggestions and she got her to eat! Brianna is fearless and conscientious. She clearly loves pet sitting. I highly recommend her!

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Rosie P.
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$50
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4.8 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Nauck, Arlington, VA, 22206

Thank you for taking such good care of my pups while I was gone and for keeping me updated on how they were doing!

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Chelsea M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
30 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Nauck, Arlington, VA, 22204

Tsukki had a great time with chelsea! She did great with him being a puppy (4 months) and sent adorable photos of their time. would definitely recommend!

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Iuliia A.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
18 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22302

Iuliia Watched our two boys at our home while we were on vacation. It was our first time using her and at our meet and greet both dogs gravitated to her so quickly. The dogs seemed very at ease when we got home and the house was exactly how we left it. She sent regular updates on both boys and tended to some of the specific needs of our elderly dog. We would definitely love to use her again.

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Renee W.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
21 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Arlington, VA, 22203

Renee was wonderful with my pup and cat. She adapted without a problem when Truffle got an injury right before we left and suddenly had to take medications that he usually doesn’t have to use. Renee was able to get him to take the meds without a problem and keep him comfortable. It was obvious that our pets were well taken care of and Renee stayed well beyond the scheduled time to be present when we arrived.

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Claudia P.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Arlington, VA, 22204

Claudia was extremely generous with her time on short notice to watch my high-energy pup. She was extremely communicative, and went above and beyond to check in with updates and activities. I came home to a very content dog! Book with confidence.

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Audrianna K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
5 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22305

Audrianna was a fantastic sitter for my senior kitty, Jackson! She sent pictures and updates often as requested, provided tons of play time, and most importantly, I came home to a happy boy. Highly recommend!!

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Marie H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
16 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Seminary Hill, Alexandria, VA, 22304

Marie is amazing!!! My pets were thoughtfully taken care of and she provided me multiple updates and pictures while I was away! Would recommend and definitely will book again!

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Zhanna L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22314

I cannot recommend Zhanna highly enough! She took exceptional care of Bella, my 15.5-year-old corgi. She went above and beyond to ensure Bella felt safe, happy, and loved. Her kindness and attention to detail were evident from the moment we met, and it is clear that she genuinely cares about her job. Bella’s unique needs were met with the utmost care, and I appreciated how Zhanna was thorough in following instructions. She also communicated well, giving me peace of mind while staying at my place because she sent daily pictures of my corgi. I would 100% use Zhanna again, so if you're looking for a pet sitter, especially one who will stay overnight with your fur baby, I wholeheartedly recommend Zhanna!!!

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Ajia L.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bailey's Crossroads, VA, 22041

Ajia took amazing care of our dog Luna! She made sure to play with Luna and gave us tons of updates on our trip. It made us feel comfortable leaving our dog when she was in her care!

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Orianne T.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Arlington Ridge, Arlington, VA, 22202

Orianne is the best! She is so sweet, caring, calm. Madeline was comforted while we were out, which means the world to us. Madeline was happy to see us, and we could tell she was relaxed. Orianne will be our first call should we need a pet sitter again!

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Kylie D.
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$40
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2 years of experience
Alexandria Wrest, Alexandria, VA, 22302

About: My experience includes being the sole dog watcher for my friend's German Shepherd, where I was fully responsible for his care from start to finish. That experience showed me just how much attentiveness and trust goes into looking after someone else's pup. Safety and mindfulness are always my top priorities. I keep a close eye on the environment, stay tuned into the dog's behavior, and make sure their routine stays as normal as possible so they feel comfortable and at ease. You can count on regular updates and photos, and I always have emergency vet info on hand just in case. I treat every dog like they're my own — because honestly, that's just how I roll. I currently work full time, so my availability fluctuates week to week — but I'm typically free by 4pm on weekdays and can accommodate evening visits. I also have occasional weekdays off and am always available on Sundays. I'm happy to talk through your schedule and see what works for both of us! Safety is always my first priority — I do a quick check of doors and windows when I arrive and stay mindful of exits, especially with cats who might try to slip out. I know how easily that can happen, so I'm always careful. I keep the environment calm and low-stress for every pet. With cats, I never force interaction — if they want to hide for the first hour, that's totally fine. I let them set the pace and engage on their terms. With small dogs, I'm equally mindful of their surroundings, making sure they're not in situations that could feel overwhelming or unsafe for their size.

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Vivian T.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22041

Vivian was great! I booked her on short notice and she was awesome at sending updates every day. My dogs are a little anxious around strangers but they seemed perfectly comfortable with her. I’ll absolutely keep her in mind for future bookings!

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Max F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Landmark-Van Dom, Alexandria, VA, 22304

Max was amazing extremely patient and super polite. I have a cattle dog that’s anxious and takes a minute to warm up to strangers, Max really took the time to get to know him and get him comfortable. He was very communicative with updates. Would definitely recommend

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5.0 out of 5 stars

I have an elderly arthritic dog who has lots of needs and lots of meds. She did great with him and went above and beyond. She even offered to take his 95lb fluffy butt to the groomer when she noticed some irritation on his skin. She’s very communications and responsive and we will definitely book again.

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Samantha W.
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Our Weimaraner had a wonderful time with Zoe. She took excellent care of him and sent fun updates throughout the stay.

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Caroline J.
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Lucia did an amazing job sitting our dog Bailey overnight! She was so communicative with sending pictures and updates and Bailey seemed so happy when we got home! I was nervous about leaving our girl for the weekend and Lucia made it so much easier. We will definitely be booking with her again!

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Mara E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Elesha gave our senior dog excellent care while we were away for a weekend. Throughout the entire trip she provided lots of great updates and photos and was also careful to follow all our instructions. We came back to our pup relaxed and happy! We highly recommend her!

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John T.
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Anna has been very flexible with us after unforeseen travel issues. Great communicator and Shadow is very happy with her. Thank you again for everything! Would recommend

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Alexandra C.
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Al took great care of our two dogs when house sitting them over the weekend, even during a power outage! He is very attentive and communicative. Left our dogs happy and our house spotless. Very grateful for his care!! Highly recommend.

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Julia P.
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Wonderful experience! Sam cared for Tucker and our home so well. We returned to a happy pup :) Definitely would rebook!

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Emily L.
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Marie is so great. We have an older dog and she took great care of him. Carrying him up and down our 3rd floor walk up multiple times a day because she noticed he was having arthritis flare ups. I seriously cannot recommend her enough for her attention and care for our pets.

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Matthew R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kellie is amazing. We recently got a new puppy that is scared of new people, and she not only won her over but also they became besties. Always so grateful to have Kellie watch our fur babies while we are traveling. Give us peace of mind!

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Angela J.
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Kathryn is a lifesaver. Not only is she reliable and communicative but she is flexible! I got stuck for an extra night due to travel issues and she immediately gave me peace of mind she had things handled.

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Karen A.
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Madison was a huge help with our dog Frankie and provided excellent service, she met with us beforehand to ensure she knew everything she needed to watch our pup, and she consistently followed up with updates and pictures throughout, would highly recommend

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Chuck
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Guiselle was great with my two cats! She was very thoughtful and made sure everything was clean and taken care of while we were away. Thank you Guiselle!!

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Rhue Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sabrina was absolutely amazing! Bella clearly loved her, and I could tell she was very well cared for while I was away. Sabrina provided detailed updates and sent plenty of photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was obvious she took the time to get to know Bella and make her feel comfortable. Bella can be particular at times, but Sabrina handled everything wonderfully. I came home to a happy, relaxed dog, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I would highly recommend Sabrina to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and communicative sitter. We will definitely be booking with her again!

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Lauren B.
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Maia was very professional and she handled my shy dog very well. She communicated about everything that was happening at home and sent me lots of pictures and updates. She also took good care of our home while we were gone!

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Madeline D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kyle was awesome! He took great care of our old girl and followed all instructions. He sent updates with pics and was prompt to respond throughout our trip. Our dog was completely at ease and definitely got some solid walks in too which was great. We will use Kyle again and recommend him!

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Lauren B.
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Joanna is our go to house sitter. She takes great care of our pets and house. On this last trip when our flight got canceled she was more than accommodating and stayed a little longer while until we could get back

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Jared W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie, Katie, Katie! The other dog whisperer. From the moment Bow and Alannah met her, they were in love, mesmerized. Katie was the best sitter we've ever entrusted our fur babies to and we HIGHLY recommend her. Don't hesitate. Katie is wonderful! Thank you, Katie. You're the best!

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Dennise F.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From the moment we left, we received constant updates, tons of photos, and detailed messages that gave us complete peace of mind. It was clear our dogs were being genuinely cared for and loved while we were away. The communication was outstanding, and seeing so many pictures of our pups happy and comfortable made all the difference. Reliable, attentive, and incredibly thoughtful throughout the entire stay. We were so impressed that we’ve already booked her again for our summer travel. Highly recommend!

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Rachel P.
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Laurie was very loving and communicative while looking after my bulldog Bowie. Great sitter and will use again!

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Josephine T.
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Renee was very attentive and enthusiastic. Heidi had a park walk, a visit to Renee’s home and to an outdoor bar during her overnight stay. She was attentive to my handout and left the house spotless. I was glad we had an early meet&greet, since she was unable to come when we departed but came later.

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Nina J.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Fairlington-Shirlington on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about €60 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.

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House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Fairlington-Shirlington.

Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Fairlington-Shirlington house sitters are great for:

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