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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer B.
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Jennifer B.
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$42
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 133 reviews
65 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Aylett, VA, 23009

“Our Finn was really happy when we picked him up, always a good sign. Jennifer B. seemed to be very caring and on top of taking care of the couple of dogs she was boarding at the time. We will be back !”

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Karen H.
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Ciara W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 78 reviews
24 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Kent, VA, 23124

“Ciara and her family were amazing! They treated our fur babies like her own and her littles just loved our girls. We felt very at ease dropping them off and picking them up and were very thankful for all the sweet pictures throughout their stay. Thank you Ciara!”

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Chastity N.
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Brandy M.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 88 reviews
40 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Dunnsville, VA, 22454

“Brandy and her family were wonderful with our dogs while we went out of town. She kept us updated and sent pictures. Our dogs seemed very comfortable with her. We will definitely use Brandy in the future if we need dog sitting.”

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Michelle J.
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Teela H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 93 reviews
40 repeat clients
25 years of experience
St. Stephens Church, VA, 23148

“Teela was absolutely wonderful with my Bichon Frise on my 9 day trip out of town. She communicated daily with updates including multiple pictures. As usual she goes above and beyond to make sure my pup felt right at home! We have used her for the last two years and it's unfortunate we are moving next month and we will lose her as Milo’s sitter”

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Shanna M.
Sitter Profile Image: Peyton & Daved T.
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Peyton & Daved T.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 167 reviews
91 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Peyton is great with Harlee and she loves going to see her!! She’s exhausted when she gets home from all of the frisbee playing!! Thank you Peyton!”

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Stacey B.
Sitter Profile Image: Victoria C.
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Victoria C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
2 repeat clients
17 years of experience
New Kent, VA, 23124

“Victoria took such good care of our pup when we were gone for a 10 day vacation. He was happy to play with the other dogs and loved being able to roam the house and lounge on the couch. Victoria will be our go-to when we go on vacation moving forward. You can rest assured that your pup will be in great hands if she's the sitter. Highly recommend!”

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Stephen W.
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susan b.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Susan was very kind and caring to my pets. She provided excellent service and she helped me out tremendously. She responded to me the same day and helped me out in a time crunch, had to run out of town for a funeral. My cats seemed very happy and couldn't get them to go back in their carriers the day I picked them up to go home! Susan saved me and I appreciate her help in such a sad time.”

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Diosa R.
Sitter Profile Image: Danique M.
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Danique M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Milford, VA, 22514

“As always, the pups came home tired and happy!”

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Katherine D.
Sitter Profile Image: Ryan & Stephanie A.
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Ryan & Stephanie A.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Toano, VA, 23168

“Ryan & Stephanie were great! They responded quickly to my original request and were extremely good at communication. Most importantly, Hazel felt right at home with this awesome family while we’re out of town. 110% recommend!”

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Eddie W.
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Shulamit & Samuel D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Shulamit was an absolutely amazing dog sitter! She was extremely flexible, sent me picture updates, and taught me something new to use for Mia. Your pet is in good hands with this sitter!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Allison M.
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Allison M.
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$65
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Quinton, VA, 23141

“This is our second time using Allison and we already have our third stay booked. We have peace of mind knowing our dog is in good hands and safe while we are out of town.”

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Melissa C.
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Tara L.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
20 years of experience
Montross, VA, 22520

“The boarding of my dog was fabulous. I got regular updates and photos to see how he was getting along with the other dog. when I picked him up He was nice and happy-naturally glad to see me- but still very happy with Tara. Their attention to detail was wonderful and I know he was taken care of with love. There was so much room for him to play and run and so many things to explore I know we had a terrific vacation with them. I am definitely going back.”

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Denise S.
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Savannah H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Toano, VA, 23168

“Savannah is amazing. I could tell that my puppers was so happy in her care. She loved playing with her dogs and being outside in the fresh air. I would highly recommend Savannah to care for your dog. I will be contacting her again.”

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Elizabeth D.
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Emily & John C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Tappahannock, VA, 22560

“This was our dog’s, Simba, second stay with Emily and John. It went as smooth as the first time. Simba seems happy and his normal self. The pair were responsive and respectful. No complaints here. Will continue to use them.”

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Ellie G.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Locust Hill, VA, 23092

“Our dog Lulu had a blast and was well cared for with Ellie! She was very proactive about getting all the details to make sure she was at home, and she had so much fun playing with her dogs! We would recommend her to anyone and ask to board with her again!”

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Erin P.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Saluda, VA, 23149

“Erin and the family were great. I needed a sitter for Lyla on short notice and fortunately they were available. The day I picked Lyla up, she slept most of the rest of the day. I took that as a sign that she had a fun time. I would book them again if I have another occasion.”

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Jennifer B.
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George B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
10 years of experience
Providence Forge, VA, 23140

“Absolutely recommend! My senior girl can get really anxious when I leave, especially with someone new, and she settled in with George and his family right away. She stayed almost a week for her first stay and it went amazing. Tons of walks, pets, treats, and cuddles, plus George kept me updated the whole time with plenty of pictures. I was able to actually relax and enjoy my trip, and I'll definitely be booking them again!”

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Ashleigh A.
Sitter Profile Image: Katherine C.
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Katherine C.
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$43
per night
4.8 out of 5 stars
• 93 reviews
47 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Kathy helped watch our dog for a a little over a week while we were on vacation with the family, she was so sweet and loving with our dog Luna that truly gave us peace of mind while we were away. It was the first time we were boarding our dog so we were a little bit nervous about how our dog was going to do without us, but Kathy made her feel so loved and cared for that although she missed us she was happy and loved her new mommy away from home. Kathy went above and beyond to make Luna’s stay a happy and a pleasant one ?? Thank you Kathy!!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: laneise B.
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laneise B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Quinton, VA, 23141

“Laneise made boarding with her so easy. She was so chill and flexible about drop off and pick up during the hectic holiday and that helped a lot! Our dogs loved being at her house and felt right at home. She has a lot of experience with animals and grooming so that is a huge plus! We are so thankful to have found her and will definitely use her again in the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley T.
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Ashley T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Colonial Beach, VA, 22443

“Ashley T. was terrific! With many years of experience, this mild-mannered, petite yet confident dog sitter immediately knew how to care for and manage my Giant Pyrenees Doodle- all 75 pounds of him. I felt good about leaving my huge fur baby with her for my out of town trip. During my dog's stay, Ashley periodically sent photos and updates. This was most comforting and I was able to enjoy my long needed trip. I highly recommend Ashley T. and will hire her again and again.”

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Howertons home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Howertons.

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Howertons sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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 .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in VA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

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 dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog 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.

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