Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington, VA
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Top rated Fairlington-Shirlington pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Sam was amazing in caring for our two skittish kitties while we were away. She is extremely friendly and communicative and was very gentle with their skittishness which we appreciated! We look forward to booking her again in the near future! Simply put, if you can’t care for your animals yourself, she is the next best thing!”
About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life. I’ve petsat for neighbors, and I’m comfortable around all breeds. Growing up we always had big dogs (St. Bernards, bulldogs, and other large breeds) a few years ago we adopted my first small breed, a chihuahua named Moxley. I am currently working part time, but it’s overnight. I am available anytime from 9 am to 6 pm. I don’t drive, but I have a bike, and I can get anywhere in the city reliably. I love connecting with pets. Our dog Moxley was from a hoarding situation and it took a long time for him to start trusting people, the day he let me pick him up was one of the best days of my life. I have no problem walking, feeding, cleaning up after, or just spending time with anyone’s pet. I understand how important it is to trust the person that is looking after your pet, and I promise to do whatever is needed to make your pet comfortable while you’re away.
“I can’t thank you enough Rachel for your time, patience and concern for Gracie. She is a skittish little girl but you won her over! Let me know if you are interested in doing drop in visits in the future!”
“Bailey absolutely loves Adina! He took to her instantly and was so exited to see her when she came over. She kept me updated about the whole visit and gave our little pup lots of attention ☺️ I felt so happy knowing how well she was taking care of him.”
“Shannon was great and understood the needs of a new puppy very well, and was extra flexibility in accommodate the booking request. She also provided great updates and photos — very communicative.”
“Erin did an awesome job with our cat Mipha! She communicated clearly with me and provided great updates and photos. Mipha was very happy when we got back and we look forward to working with Erin again in the future.”
“Josette really followed all directions and did everything needed for my dog! My dog trusted her & loved her taking her out/ feeding her. Will definitely be using Josette again! Highly recommend her for any of your dogs needs!”
“Natalie is great with our 14-week puppy! We currently need check-ins while our pup is being house trained, and Natalie has been a big help. She’s very responsive and flexible, and our dog is happy to see her.”
“Kristen was a wonderful sitter! Her communication was thoughtful and prompt. Ruby and I highly recommend her and looking forward to seeing her again soon.”
“Reliable and communicative. She provided regular updates and was thoughtful about checking in to confirm I’d returned home, in case she needed to extend care. She also let me know when the apartment felt too warm, which helped me manage the temperature remotely. Solid, dependable service.”
“Morgan was great! She was flexible with our requests and thoughtful about sending pictures. She also problem solved with us when a couple issues came up. She was really helpful!”
“Raggie was wonderful! From accepting very late notice to thinking quickly when my animals safety was a concern, she was there! Always provides great updates and pics from her visits. Will look for her availability next time I am traveling!”
“Jennifer is such a thoughtful and responsible pet sitter. Excellent communication and updates. I always know my cat is in good hands with her!”
About: I loved my pet from 8wks to 12 yrs old. He was the best friend I have ever had and so I have experience at all ages with pets. I grew up with cats and dogs and have always loved animals more than humans. I promise to protect, love and care for your best fur friends as I would my own. I currently work 8 hour days in the Alexandria area. I have wellness hours that vary but 3 times a week so may be available for lunch time walks depending on location. I am available for pet care any time after 3:30 pm ET and am mostly available weekends completely. I unfortunately cannot have pets in my apartment but am happy to love your pets and care for them in the comfort of their home. I am happy to tend to a specific diet - cook their meals or make sure they receive any specific medicines when they need them. I want your fur babies to feel safe and loved by me. I will gladly make sure I can accommodate your pups needs, whatever they may be.
“Ian was amazing. He made sure my cat had everything he needed and also made sure playtime happened during his visits. He was easy to talk to and just made the whole visit stress-free.”
About: I’ve had dogs, cats, & reptiles since I was born! I started pet care a couple years ago and strive to be a great sitter for your animals! I am currently a full time receptionist at a plastic surgeons office in DC. I am available weeknights for drop-ins and walks, and most weekends for overnight stays! I’m all about gaining trust from your pets so they can feel comfortable in their own space and under my care :) I work easily with routines, rules, and specific instructions!
About: Experienced in caring pets of diverse breeds and ages.Skilled in administering medications, providing personalized home visits,daily walks and overnight care to ensure your pets well- being. I'm currently free part -time on weekdays, so I will have plenty of time to play with your pups!. I'm available full-time in weekends. Thank you! I have a large fenced in patio I am open to going to your house for pet sitting or you can bring them to my house.
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Samantha H.Star Sitter
“Sam was amazing in caring for our two skittish kitties while we were away. She is extremely friendly and communicative and was very gentle with their skittishness which we appreciated! We look forward to booking her again in the near future! Simply put, if you can’t care for your animals yourself, she is the next best thing!”
Thomas B.Star Sitter
About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life. I’ve petsat for neighbors, and I’m comfortable around all breeds. Growing up we always had big dogs (St. Bernards, bulldogs, and other large breeds) a few years ago we adopted my first small breed, a chihuahua named Moxley. I am currently working part time, but it’s overnight. I am available anytime from 9 am to 6 pm. I don’t drive, but I have a bike, and I can get anywhere in the city reliably. I love connecting with pets. Our dog Moxley was from a hoarding situation and it took a long time for him to start trusting people, the day he let me pick him up was one of the best days of my life. I have no problem walking, feeding, cleaning up after, or just spending time with anyone’s pet. I understand how important it is to trust the person that is looking after your pet, and I promise to do whatever is needed to make your pet comfortable while you’re away.
Rachel R.Star Sitter
“I can’t thank you enough Rachel for your time, patience and concern for Gracie. She is a skittish little girl but you won her over! Let me know if you are interested in doing drop in visits in the future!”
adina a.Star Sitter
“Bailey absolutely loves Adina! He took to her instantly and was so exited to see her when she came over. She kept me updated about the whole visit and gave our little pup lots of attention ☺️ I felt so happy knowing how well she was taking care of him.”
shannon b.Star Sitter
“Shannon was great and understood the needs of a new puppy very well, and was extra flexibility in accommodate the booking request. She also provided great updates and photos — very communicative.”
Laura P.Star Sitter
“Laura is obviously a cat lover and so thoughtful and kind! She made it much easier to be away from our new kittens for the first time. Thank you, Laura!”
Daniel S.Star Sitter
“The dogs loved Daniel and he did so well with them!”
Erin C.Star Sitter
“Erin did an awesome job with our cat Mipha! She communicated clearly with me and provided great updates and photos. Mipha was very happy when we got back and we look forward to working with Erin again in the future.”
Josette S.Star Sitter
“Josette really followed all directions and did everything needed for my dog! My dog trusted her & loved her taking her out/ feeding her. Will definitely be using Josette again! Highly recommend her for any of your dogs needs!”
Natalie Q.Star Sitter
“Natalie is great with our 14-week puppy! We currently need check-ins while our pup is being house trained, and Natalie has been a big help. She’s very responsive and flexible, and our dog is happy to see her.”
Carrie M.
“Fantastic communication. Super dependable and trustworthy. She got our shy, timid cat to come out for pets! Definitely will rebook in the future!”
Kristen J.
“Kristen was a wonderful sitter! Her communication was thoughtful and prompt. Ruby and I highly recommend her and looking forward to seeing her again soon.”
Nicole B.Star Sitter
“Reliable and communicative. She provided regular updates and was thoughtful about checking in to confirm I’d returned home, in case she needed to extend care. She also let me know when the apartment felt too warm, which helped me manage the temperature remotely. Solid, dependable service.”
Morgan K.
“Morgan was great! She was flexible with our requests and thoughtful about sending pictures. She also problem solved with us when a couple issues came up. She was really helpful!”
Raggie C.Star Sitter
“Raggie was wonderful! From accepting very late notice to thinking quickly when my animals safety was a concern, she was there! Always provides great updates and pics from her visits. Will look for her availability next time I am traveling!”
Jennifer G.Star Sitter
“Jennifer is such a thoughtful and responsible pet sitter. Excellent communication and updates. I always know my cat is in good hands with her!”
Brianna P.
“Brianna is the most loving, and caring person. She will take great care of your sweet babies. She was the greatest pet mom to her sweet Cooper for 12 years and he just passed and now she wants to share that love with other pets. You will not find a more loving and attentive pet sitter.”
Ian O.Star Sitter
“Ian was amazing. He made sure my cat had everything he needed and also made sure playtime happened during his visits. He was easy to talk to and just made the whole visit stress-free.”
Andrea M.
“I recommend Andrea to all of my friends that are pet owners, she's sat for my cat many times and there's never been any issues. A genuinely friendly person and attentive sitter overall”
May C.
“Mayerli has been with us for 7 months taking care of my baby girl and our large GSD. She is great at handling both at the same time she loves dogs and loves taking them both for long walks. Thnk you Maria”
Fairlington-Shirlington pet parents share their Rover experiences
Elsbeth took wonderful care of my guinea pig, Teddy, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. She made sure Teddy was comfortable and well cared for, and she even sent regular updates and photos that gave me total peace of mind. On top of that, she even went out of her way to clean his cage, which I didn’t expect and really appreciated. Elsbeth was easy to communicate with, super thoughtful, and clearly cared about Teddy. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone needing a sitter for a small pet!
Fantastic! We’ve worked with Laura before and Laura was our first choice when we were looking for drop-in visits again for our cat. I cannot recommend Laura enough - caring, thoughtful and informative, great with updates. I could go on! Thanks so much again!
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Fairlington-Shirlington.
Rover makes it easy to find Fairlington-Shirlington 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
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