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Sitter Profile Image: Miles G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

Miles was so great with Kip. He walked him, went lots of pics and took absolutely fantastic care of our house too. Will absolutely book him again.

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Jake L.
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Kaycey H.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
14 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

This was the first time I was leaving my fur babies overnight with someone other than friends or family and Kaycey was amazing! She was able to offer a meet and greet for my in-home request ASAP and meeting her was like meeting a friend! The care she provided for my pets was great! She was responsive, informative, and put me at ease. We will 100% use her again!!

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Alexandra F.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
7 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

Riley was an excellent sitter for us, she was great with our dog Elsa and was very attentive. She went above and beyond to take care of the mail and other things. Highly recommend

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Denise A.
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Randi T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
157 reviews
51 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23116

Randi and family took such good care of our pups (even when they were acting so needy!) while we were gone. Bad weather delayed us a several hours but Randi worked with us to make sure we were covered. Thanks Randi!

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Suzanne A.
Sitter Profile Image: Alex K.
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Alex K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
84 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23223

Alex did a great job housesitting and I highly recommend them! One of my cats is usually pretty scared of strangers and immediately was interested in and felt comfortable with Alex. They have a lot of experience pet sitting and I felt very secure having them house sit for me while I was out of town for the weekend. They were great about sending photos while I was gone and keeping me updated. I will definitely book with them again in the future.

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Kalani A.
Sitter Profile Image: Rachael G.
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Rachael G.
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$28
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4.9 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Walkerton, VA, 23177

About: I have taken care of other peoples pets since I was a teenager. I have done drop ins and over night care for dogs and cats! I know fur babies are family and I take very good care of them. I have two dogs and four cats of my own! I would love the chance to let your pet get out and potty/stretch during the day or evening while you’re away. I am currently a stay at home mom. I have a lot of free time during the week as well as weekends. I can be available during the times of 8:30am-7:30pm or additional times if needed! I can let your dogs out to play and potty in your yard, if you don’t have a fenced in area I can put them on a leash and walk them. I can accommodate most things, just let me know your needs!

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
9 years of experience
Quinton, VA, 23141

Mindy was amazing especially with my grumpy senior dog. I have never seen Bucky take to a new person so quickly. She sent photos of my dogs on their walks and checked in with me each day. I can not recommend her enough.

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Samantha W.
Sitter Profile Image: Jazmine A.
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Jazmine A.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
15 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23075

I would absolutely recommend Jazmine for pet sitting. She was great to communicate with and sent consistent updates and photos. I really couldn’t ask for more. I came home to a happy, well cared for cat. Thank you, Jazmine!

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Karen M.
Sitter Profile Image: Briana W.
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Briana W.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23222

Briana is a gem! Super responsive and took excellent care of our pup while we were out of town and he was recovering from a neuter. I will definitely be reaching out to Briana when I need help with Bogey.

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Sitter Profile Image: Margaret S.
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Margaret S.
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$60
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30 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

About: I've grown up with pets and was practically raised with my parent's first child, our dog Rascal. I adopt senior and special needs dogs and love giving them a safe haven in their later years. I love to walk my own dog, Wilbur and would treat your pet like my own. I'm currently available on weekends and work from home on Friday so I have the flexiblity to provide daytime potty breaks if needed. I have reliable transportation and am eager to provide care for your fur babies. I have a fenced in yard, and a dog and cat who would welcome meeting new friends. I also have room to create your pet if needed.

Sitter Profile Image: Jasmine L.
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Jasmine L.
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$125
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5.0 out of 5 stars
171 reviews
50 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

Jasmine was fantastic! She was so communicative and attentive to our pup. She followed our routine as requested and cared for Yoshi like he was her own - we will definitely be reaching out again for future needs!

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Sitter Profile Image: Vinny H.
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$50
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1 year of experience
Shockoe Bottom, Richmond, VA, 23223

About: Hi my name is Vinny. I’m currently a nursing student who also works in a pediatric hospital part time and I love it. I used to dog sit in high school and took care of couple of dogs and cats over the course of a year. During that time, I really learned to love learning new routines and understanding how to keep the pets I care for as healthy and happy as possible. What sets me apart is that I’m great with pets with anxiety and larger pets.I’m a bigger guy myself so I can handle pets of any size from pups all the way up to Mastiffs, Grey hounds and Bernese’s. This love of learning about each pets unique qualities is what gives me the tools I need to help mitigate anxiety in pets. I am very receptive to any teaching you might have about your pet. I have my own car that runs well and I am available for longer hours so scheduling around your needs is easy. I am willing to work with animals with all kinds of schedules. I already work 12 hour shifts caring for up to 28 patients at a time by myself and am ready to bring that same level of commitment to your home and pets. I always prioritize safety in my practice. I already work 12 hour shifts caring for up to 28 patients at a time by myself and am ready to bring that same level of commitment to your home and pets. I am ready to learn about how to care for your pets in your home to ensure their safety and mine.

Sitter Profile Image: Caitlynn V.
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Caitlynn V.
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$65
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4.9 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Quinton, VA, 23141

Caitlynn was great, she came on short notice and was polite, very clean and was very communicative and sent me lots of pictures and updates. The pups were clearly well taken care of and I will use her again for sure.

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Sitter Profile Image: Michael R.
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Michael R.
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$125
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4.9 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Quinton, VA, 23141

Absolutely fantastic and reliable. Michael is reliable and loving. We can finally enjoy vacation knowing our cat is completely taken care of.

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Stephanie G.
Sitter Profile Image: Jean M.
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Jean M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Aylett, VA, 23009

About: As an animal lovers, I promise to treat your pet like my own. They’ll be in good hands with me for the duration of their stay. My dog has a strict routine as I believe taking care of pers works better with a specific schedule. He wakes up, gets fed, gets taken out, is given treats, among everything else at the same time. Every day. I work from home and that makes it easy to adjust our schedule. My dog gets taken out early in the morning and fed. After he then gets taken back out later that morning. In addition, we spend some time outside in the afternoon during lunch. In the evening, he’s fed and taken back out for a bit. Later at night, he’s taken out once more and given a dental treat before bed time.

Sitter Profile Image: Isaiah M.
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Isaiah M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23836

We are so grateful for Isaiah! We had to leave town last minute, and he worked with us every step of the way. He came by beforehand to meet our dogs and has a lot of experience. One of our dogs is a new adoption, and she really only likes me, but he was able to get her to a place where she was comfortable and not stressed around him. That alone says a lot about how good he is. He was accommodating to whatever we needed during the sit and was respectful of our home. When we got back, our pets were happy, relaxed, and acting completely like themselves. We’ve had experiences in the past where you could immediately tell the level of care they received, and this was the opposite. It truly felt like they had been cared for the way we would care for them. Isaiah was that person. We will definitely be reaching out to him again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sydney B.
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Sydney B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
4 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23219

About: I absolutely love all dogs! I currently have a jack russell/dachshund mix named Lucas and a franchise named Nora. I have also owned labs, golden-doodles, cocker spaniels and lots of mix breeds. All that being said, I'm comfortable with all types of dogs and energy levels. I also have a very flexible schedule so I am available most of the time to care for your animals. I've had multiple animals stay when their owners are on vacation and love to take them walking/adventuring wherever I go. Dogs are like family and I would love the opportunity to walk/pet sit yours. I also am comfortable meeting you beforehand so you can see if I would be a good fit for your dog! Thanks for your consideration and I look forward to meeting you. I currently work as a remote LPC (therapist) and have a lot of flexibility in my schedule so I can prioritize walking and checking in on your pets throughout the day. I will follow the instructions you have for taking care of your dog. I also work from home so I can spend time with them without having to rush to the office.

Sitter Profile Image: Allyson B.
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Allyson B.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
17 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23231

Allyson was attentive to our family's needs and communicative while we were away. Our dogs were relaxed and happy with her. It was a pleasure having her house sit for us.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alison F.
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Alison F.
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$80
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4 years of experience
Hanover, VA, 23069

About: Hi! My name is Ali I’m a dependable and caring pet sitter with 4 years of experience caring for both dogs and cats in their own homes. I know how important it is to keep your pets comfortable by maintaining their normal routine while you’re away. I’m happy to provide walks, feeding, fresh water, playtime, potty breaks, litter box cleaning, medication (if needed and instructions are provided), and lots of love and attention. I also treat every home with respect by keeping it clean, bringing in mail or packages, watering plants if needed, and leaving everything just as you left it. I’m currently a radiology student, so I’ll be away for a good portion of the day on weekdays. Because of this, I’m the best fit for pets that are comfortable being alone for several hours during the day. When I’m home, I’ll make sure your pets get plenty of attention, exercise, and care, and I’ll keep you updated with photos and messages so you can have peace of mind while you’re away. I understand that trusting someone with both your pets and your home is a big decision, and I take that responsibility seriously. My goal is to provide reliable, compassionate care so you can enjoy your time away knowing everything is in good hands. I look forward to meeting you and your furry family members! As a radiology student, my schedule varies throughout the year depending on classes and clinicals. I’ll always communicate my availability well in advance, so you’ll know exactly when I’ll be away. I believe in being transparent and reliable, and I’ll only accept bookings that I know I can fully commit to. My goal is to make sure both you and your pets feel comfortable, confident, and well cared for while you’re away. When I’m caring for your pets in your home, my priority is keeping their routine as normal as possible so they feel safe and comfortable while you’re away. I’ll follow your instructions for feeding, walks, potty breaks, medications (if needed), playtime, and any other special care your pet requires. I love spending quality time with pets, whether that means going on walks, playing with their favorite toys, or simply relaxing with them and giving them lots of attention. I treat every home with the same respect I would my own. I’ll keep your home clean and tidy, bring in mail or packages, water plants if requested, and make sure everything is secure. If you’re booking me for overnight care, I’ll stay in your home so your pets can remain in a familiar environment and have companionship throughout the evening and overnight. I’ll also send regular photo and text updates so you can enjoy your time away knowing your pets are happy, safe, and well cared for.

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christine b.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
11 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Randolph, Richmond, VA, 23220

Can’t say enough good things about Christine! Very accommodating, thoughtful and was ultra committed to my dog’s wellbeing. Even went out of her way for Del to be more comfortable, and for me to feel at ease. Easily a 10/10 sitter. Will def book again!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Horseshoe is $50

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As of August 2026, there are 1,346 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Horseshoe. 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 Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe. On Rover:

  • 95% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% 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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