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Jazmin C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
34 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Western Branch North, Chesapeake, VA, 23321

Jazmin came through at the last minute and was amazing help! She even cleaned up after the puppy had an accident In her crate. Thank you Jazmin!

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Tracie L.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Chesapeake, VA, 23321

Tracie is great with my 3 babies! She always shows up on time I always feel safe knowing she is watching over my babies. I would definitely recommend her for any pet sitting needs!

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Ashley R.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
20 years of experience
Suffolk, VA, 23435

We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! Ashley took amazing care of our dogs and our home while we were away. She kept us updated throughout the stay with great communication and of photos, which gave us so much peace of mind. The best part was coming home to happy, relaxed dogs, it was obvious they had been so well cared for that they hardly seemed to miss us! We truly appreciated the love and attention she gave each of them, as well as the care she took with our home. We are so grateful for everything she did and will absolutely be requesting her again for our future pet care needs. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Robbyn W.
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Robbyn W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
4 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Suffolk, VA, 23434

I can’t say enough good things about Robbyn. Jackson immediately connected with her, and he was more relaxed than I’ve ever seen him for a high energy puppy. She kept the place spotless, communicated regularly, and sent plenty of photos so I always knew he was doing well. I’m truly grateful for the care she provided, and I will definitely be booking with her again.

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Kelly H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
16 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Suffolk, VA, 23434

Kelly was exactly who we needed! Our one pup is hesitant with new people but Kelly was able to come and meet her before hand. Our pup took to her immediately - so we knew she was in good hands.

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Victoria F.
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Erin J.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23704

Erin is amazing!!! Super sweet, personable and communicative. Our animals love her. We will definitely be seeking her for future sittings & recommending her whenever we can.

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Christine J.
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Whitney-Lynn L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
14 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Carrollton, VA, 23314

Whitney was amazing. She kept in communication and did great watching our crew for a few nights. She followed a medicine schedule for our cat and dealt with a mess she made. Our dog and cats loved spending time with her. She kept our house clean, checked on plants, and our animals were comfortable having her house sit and pet sit. We will definitely be booking her again.

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Jeanne C.
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Anna Mei D.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
42 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Greater Wythe, Hampton, VA, 23661

Anna did a great job taking care of our Riley. Let us know when she arrived and left and sent updates and pics throughout the visit. Enjoyed our trip so much more knowing Riley was in such good care🤎

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Sitter Profile Image: DeHaven S.
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DeHaven S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Carrollton, VA, 23314

Absolutely amazing! I was out of the country for an extended time (over two weeks), and was kept updated with daily texts & pics to keep my mind at ease. My two pitties have a very specific routine and must be kept separated, and they were able to keep everything smooth & easy the whole time. My dogs LOVED them, and they're very tidy & respectful houseguests. I fully trust them with my dogs and in my home, and will 1000% be hiring them again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Felicia H.
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Felicia H.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
7 repeat clients
5 years of experience
South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA, 23324

I have booked with Felicia three times now, and she has consistently provided a great experience. What stands out most is her attention to detail; she asks a lot of questions upfront to make sure she fully understands my dog's routine and comfort levels. It’s clear she wants to get everything exactly right, which gives me a lot of peace of mind while I'm away. She is reliable, communicative, and truly cares about the well being of the animals in her care. I highly recommend her if you’re looking for someone thorough and attentive!

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Kimberly H.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23703

Kim has been amazing throughout my time away from my dogs. Kept them on their schedule, made adjustments when my travel plans unfortunately got changed. I will definitely be rebooking with her in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexa N.
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Alexa N.
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$20
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3.7 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
5 years of experience
Suffolk, VA, 23435

Alexa was absolutely wonderful! She took the time to meet our babies beforehand since they can be a little extra at times, and they immediately felt comfortable and at ease with her. She kept us updated with several pictures, and her communication throughout was excellent. Most importantly, our babies were truly loved and cared for while we were away. We also just moved into a new home from out of state, and many of our belongings — including our couch — still haven’t arrived. We always want our sitters to feel as comfortable as possible, and Alexa was incredibly understanding and kind about our situation, which gave me such peace of mind. I would absolutely recommend Alexa, and I know our babies will be in great hands when we book with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelsey W.
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Kelsey W.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23704

I would be so hesitant to leave our dogs with anyone but Kelsey. This is the third time we've booked him for in home sitting and each time we come home, the pups are healthy and happy. This trip especially was important to us because it was our wedding and honeymoon. We wouldn't have been able to enjoy either without someone we trusted and appreciated as much as him.

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Sitter Profile Image: Armonee H.
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Armonee H.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
5 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Suffolk, VA, 23434

I would ABSOLUTELY book Armonee again! I was very apprehensive about leaving my dog with someone for the first time, but Armonee kept me updated throughout the entire week and sent photos/videos. Mila was well cared for, and that made it easier for me to enjoy my trip.

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Sitter Profile Image: Dianna G.
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Dianna G.
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$26
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4.7 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Western Branch North, Chesapeake, VA, 23321

Dianna was available when we had a last minute change of plans to leave town for the holiday weekend. She responded immediately and scheduled a meet and greet within 24 hours. She was responsive, checked in multiple times, and sent pictures of our fur babies throughout the weekend.

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Reginald & Kelly V.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
102 reviews
27 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Suffolk, VA, 23435

About: I have been around dogs for most of my life. I had two wonderful dogs (a black lab and a Pomeranian) growing up. My family reaches out to me and my wife to look after their pets when they are out town. I enjoy the companionship that pets bring so expect for them to receive unconditional care. I currently work full time at the shipyard and am available after 2 pm for boarding, walking, sitting etc. My wife is a nurse and her schedule sometimes allows her to be home during the day to be able to walk and spend some quality with your family members that you have entrusted us with. We are available on weekends for boarding. While my boarding only says available during the weekend. Again, my wife is sometimes off during the week so there may be some availability there as well. Just reach out and we can figure something out. I have a fenced in backyard as well as two dog parks within walking distance. They are brand new with one for large dogs and one for small dogs. My wife and I enjoy exercise so walks can be often if that’s what your pet needs. We can crate if/when needed. You would just need to provide the crate. We keep up with feeding times and habits as you request. Anything extra that is needed to ensure your pets most comfortable experience is our pleasure.

Sitter Profile Image: Brandon O.
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Brandon O.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23517

Brandon was fantastic! Parra seemed very content when I got home. He did a great job of communicating, putting me at ease, sending updates, and taking good care of my home.

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah W.
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Hannah W.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
7 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Chesapeake, VA, 23324

Han ah did a great job with Peanut. She sent regular updates with pictures or videos. She made sure to follow our instructions on feeding and walking. I felt comfortable that Peanut was getting good care. I will hire her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Christine C.
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Christine C.
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$44
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1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Newport News, VA, 23606

About: I am a licensed attorney by day and lifelong animal lover at heart. I currently work remotely with a flexible schedule while spending time in Virginia helping and supporting my mother as she approaches retirement. My flexibility allows me to provide attentive, reliable care for pets throughout the day, evenings, and overnight stays. I began my own small dog-walking business in San Francisco while I was in college and later worked through Rover walking large-breed dogs and cat-sitting while studying for the California Bar Exam and working as a paralegal. I am comfortable with both small and large dogs, but I especially love giant breeds like Great Danes. I also adore cats and currently have my own beloved cat, DJ Mustard, who has made me even more attentive to feline personalities, routines, and comfort. Animals have always brought joy and grounding to my life. I believe pets deserve patient, loving, observant care and that owners should feel completely comfortable while away from home. I am calm, responsible, communicative, and genuinely enjoy getting to know each animal’s unique personality and routines. For overnight stays, I also offer optional extras at a bargain cost including homemade pet treats from recipes I have developed myself as well as seasonal or holiday-themed pet portraits and photos. I offer discounts for teachers and service members in honor of my mother, who is a teacher, and my grandfather, who served in the United States Navy. Whether your pet needs companionship, playtime, medication, overnight comfort, or simply someone dependable and kind, I would love the opportunity to care for them. As a remote professional with a flexible schedule, pet care naturally fits into my daily routine through walks, feeding, playtime, companionship, overnight care, and check-ins. Licensed attorney with extensive background checks who provides attentive in-home pet care, including walks, feeding, playtime, cleaning, companionship, overnight support, and thoughtful communication updates.

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Kimberly Y.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
5 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23701

Kimberly was great! She was very responsive and sent plenty of updates/photos while we were away. Our babies seemed happy in her care! We definitely plan on booking her again and would recommend her to anyone in need of a sitter :)

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Hobson is $45

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Let's put it this way: my cats, who are sweet, followed Ashlee around like SHE was their owner. Ashlee did an amazing job loving on my boys, handling their medications (we have two cats with asthma, one with arthritis). She kept the house neat, watered the plants and fed the birds, and tolerate my anxious need for daily updates and photos to the point where I was actually able to crawl into bed on vacation only to realize I hadn't fretted over them because I knew they were happy and in good hands. I've never had my boys take to someone else SO well and SO quickly. Cats are finicky creatures, so when they approve, it means something. The meet and greet with D and Ash went amazing and I was instantly comfortable and they were both so kind and gentle and compassionate and really I cannot say enough good things. It was like entrusting my babies to a good friend. I am excited to have been introduced to them and look forward to using them in the future. Thank you guys so much for being such a breath of fresh air and for being so reliable. You rock.

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Jessica D.
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Autumn was great…kept us in the know and our fur babies were well cared for and happy to see their new friend.

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Marcella D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hailey is a fantastic sitter. Our pup became very comfortable with her and was a happy girl when we returned. Hailey goes above and beyond expectations. We will definitely use her again.

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Jeff B.
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FAQs for House Sitting - Hobson

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The average cost for House Sitting in Hobson on Rover is $31.03 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 1,412 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Hobson. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Hobson walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Hobson maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Hobson choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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.

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 .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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.

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

  • 94% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 99% 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.

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