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Sitter Profile Image: Lydia B.
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Lydia B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Mt Sidney, VA, 24467

Lydia takes such great care of Charlotte. She is attentive and provides daily updates and photos. I always have peace of mind when she is caring for Charlotte.

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Layne C.
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Sylvia G.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
19 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Staunton, VA, 24401

Sylvia has been amazing so far we are on our second time extending our trip due to a Car Accident and she has been so supportive and flexible! Thank you so much!!!!!!!

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Brooke A.
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Simon R.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Staunton, VA, 24401

My pet sitting isn’t even over and I can already tell Paris is having the time of her life, thank you so much for watching her!! Especially on such a long walk 😭😬

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Zoey A.
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Elizabeth J.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
Staunton, VA, 24401

About: I provide a loving, reliable and stress-free environment for pets of all sizes, with years of hands on experience! I’m flexible, friendly and ready to meet all of your animals! I currently work full-time, Monday through Friday from 9AM to 5PM, but I love spending my free time caring for animals! I offer pet care before and after work, on weekends, and I’m happy to provide lunch-time drop-in visits for pets in the Waynesboro area. Dogs, cats, reptiles, and other small pets are all welcome!! 🐦🦎🐶🐱 I’d love the opportunity to help care for your furry, feathered, or scaly family members🖤🙌🏻 I believe every pet deserves to feel safe, loved, and comfortable, even when their family is away! I take the time to learn your pet’s routine, preferences, and personality so I can provide care that’s as familiar as possible😊 I’ll make sure they receive plenty of love, attention, exercise, enrichment, fresh food/water, and any medications or special care they may need. I’ll treat your home with the same respect I would my own and keep you updated with regular messages and photos, so you can relax knowing your furry, feathered, or scaly family member is in caring hands🥰🐾

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Jennifer C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
11 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Harrisonburg, VA, 22801

Excellent sitter!

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Erin C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Staunton, VA, 24401

Amazing pet sitter! Took great care of my cat and was very thoughtful!

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Liliana B.
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Samantha S.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Mount Crawford, VA, 22841

Samantha is the best. She is so caring to our babies and detail-oriented. Our family is so happy to have found her and plan on utilizing her drop in services as much as she allows us to!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah M.
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Sarah M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Staunton, VA, 24401

Sarah took wonderful care of my cats, sending me plenty of updates, and leaving the cat areas and dishes cleaner than they had been when I left. I can recommend her wholeheartedly.

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Sarah M.
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Tiffanie F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Waynesboro, VA, 22980

Couldnt have asked for a better experience. The pictures were amazing showing all of my fur babies the happiest they could be. Thanks Tiffanie!

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Mary C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
109 reviews
32 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Crimora, VA, 24431

We are glad we found Mary on Rover. We are new to this service, but found that meet and greet was pretty quick to set up then the actual drop-in visit a few days later. She got to play laser with my Shih Tzu and both my dogs seemed to like her and at ease with her. Will definitely book her in the future.

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Nadine E.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Fishersville, VA, 22939

Nadine did a great job with Jack! Very responsive and good communicator with us. She took good care in making sure Jack got good exercise :) on his break today.

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Trish F.
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Natalie F.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Hinton, VA, 22831

Natalie took great care of my kitties while I was gone, including giving medication to one. I got pictures after each of her visits, which was nice. Everything, and everyone, was in good shape when I got home. It's nice to know there's someone I can trust to take care of them when I'm gone.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa C.
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Alyssa C.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Harrisonburg, VA, 22802

Alyssa did an amazing job with Lola. This was our first time using Rover so I was nervous but Alyssa gave me reassurance and helped me feel comfortable. Lola enjoyed her time with her and will definitely be booking with Alyssa again!

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Mason M.
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Yanyna L.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Harrisonburg, VA, 22801

Yanya did a great job caring for and playing with Maggie Mae. She was very patient and caring. When she noticed that Maggie had an injury she called me immediately and waited for instructions.

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Tirah B.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Harrisonburg, VA, 22801

Abigail did a fantastic job taking care of our two cats. She followed all our directions and adapted to one of our cats not wanting to come out to eat. She spent time getting to know them and played with Lavender, who doesn’t always want to play. I highly recommend her to care for your animals, she will do a great job!

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Sarah M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Bridgewater, VA, 22812

About: I’ve taken care of pets since I was little. I can really connect with them easily! It makes me happy that your pets are taken care of! Anytime, just let me know! I take time in my schedule to go to the gym as well, but that can be moved around if anything pops up! I have a fenced yard, so for my dogs I usually get toys out and play with them for a good bit. Maybe throw in some training treats for new skills. I can walk your pets, and learn what they love doing in your home! Even if that means cuddle time too!

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Abigail L.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Rockingham, VA, 22801

Abigail was super great with our two dogs! They are both high energy and can be a lot at times. She was very patient and took excellent care of them, going above and beyond to make sure they had what they needed while we were away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Emma D.
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Emma D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Staunton, VA, 24401

Emma was the most helpful when we had to go out of town last minute! She sent tons of photos and made us feel so at ease leaving our dog at home.

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Lia J.
Sitter Profile Image: Angel B.
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Angel B.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
17 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Greenville, VA, 22989

Thank you Angel!

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Abygail M.
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$15
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4.8 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Staunton, VA, 24401

Abygail has been a wonderful cat sitter for my two outdoor cats. She is always communicative and available and I truly appreciate having a trusted caretaker when I'm away.

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Jason M.
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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Fort Defiance is $20

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As of August 2026, there are 755 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Fort Defiance. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Fort Defiance stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Fort Defiance. On Rover:

  • 98% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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