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Sarah "Gabby" R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

Sarah was great! Maybe too great - I got home and after the initial excitement, my dog seemed to be looking for Sarah.

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Chelsea K.
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Tyler A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

Ty and Charlie came for a meet and greet and were timely and pleasant. Martin accepted them right away. I did not see them on sitting day but they arrived in time to care for Marty and he was fed and happy upon our return.

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Melissa D.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
127 reviews
42 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Dale city, VA, 22193

Melissa took care of the dogs well while we were out. Didn’t have any complaints. They seemed very happy when we returnedand we received the daily pics.

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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
4 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

Natalie took great care of our dog while we were away. I had some concerns leaving our dog with a stranger for the first time because he can be protective of his home. Natalie made the time to come meet our pup at a neutral spot and then headed to the home so he could get use to her in his environment. The meet and greet went well and our dog was excited to see her when she came to stay overnight. Natalie was very quick when returning my texts and calls. She took great care of our pup while we were away and we will use her again in the future.

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Megan M.
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Rebecca D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Bristow, VA, 20136

We are grateful to find Rebecca to watch Murphy, our English lab. Murph can be a bit of a diva, he demands a lot of attention and can be difficult to walk sometimes. He requires a lot of patience! Rebecca is great, she is very responsible and I trust her with my beloved pup. I appreciate the updates she gave and the level of care she provided. We will definitely be seeking Rebeccas’ services again soon!

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Nicole T.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20110

I cannot recommend Nicole highly enough as a pet sitter! We had originally planned for her to care for our elderly dog, who sadly crossed the rainbow bridge before our trip. Nicole was incredibly understanding and compassionate during this difficult time. We have a new pup, Tita, and Nicole stepped in to house sit and take care of both Tita and our parrot, Frida. She kept us updated throughout our trip, which gave us peace of mind. When we returned, the house was exactly as we left it, and she even went the extra mile by picking up our mail! We truly appreciate Nicole’s dedication and care for our pets. Knowing we can trust her to look after Tita and Frida when we go on long trips is such a relief. Thank you, Nicole, for being so wonderful!

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Alma M.
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Lorelai W.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

Lorelai took excellent care of our pets while we were away and we felt confident in enjoying our vacation while they were in her care. Highly recommend!!

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Catherine K.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
16 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20112

Five stars is not enough for the incredible care our two fur babies received from Catherine K.! From start to finish, Catherine was exceptionally professional and made the entire experience completely stress-free. Her communication was outstanding, providing us with regular updates and wonderful photos that kept our minds at total ease while we were away. It was clear from the moment she took over that our cats were in safe, highly capable, and loving hands. Catherine went above and beyond to maintain their daily routines and allowed them their space to become comfortable with her. If you want absolute peace of mind and a sitter who treats your pets like family, look no further than Catherine K. We will absolutely be booking her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michael F.
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Michael F.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20112

Michael was absolutely amazing with our sweet big boy for 10 days while we were out of town. Our guy has newly started having seizures and while we hoped he wouldn’t have one while we were gone he ended up having 4. Michael was not experienced beforehand with sitting with dogs who have seizures but made sure to ask all the questions before hand to make sure he knew what to do. And thankfully he did. He even ended up giving our guy a rectal suppository after the regular medications were not working sufficiently and stayed with him until we were home to ensure a safe handoff. To top it off he also checked in with us later to see how Moko was doing. We could not recommend him more. Thank you again Michael!

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Angelica M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
4 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

Angelica did a fabulous job watching my Aussidoddle and my Sheltie. Would highly recommend her for house sitting She watched my babies for a week while we were on vacation and sent us a bunch of pictures.

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Deborah G.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexis L.
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Alexis L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20112

Lexi took outstanding care of all 5 of our cats - we have a complex feeding routine and medication schedule and she did great managing both! Will definitely book with her again :)

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Danielle C.
Sitter Profile Image: Cathy B.
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Cathy B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

Cathy was amazing with our Fair Lady Belle. Cathy had a sweet manner when dealing our three year old Bolo and spent lots of walking and playing time. When Cathy left Belle sat in her window and cried. That was all we needed to see. It was obvious that they had formed a bond. Thank you Cathy for taking such good care of our “baby”. We wil be excited for your next visit and Belle agrees.

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Mary S.
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Shaun F.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

Shaun did an amazing job! He followed all of our directions, kept us updated, and took great care of Lex while we were away. Lex was very happy, comfortable, and clearly well cared for when we got home. We really appreciated the attention and care he gave our dog and home. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jamie S.
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Jamie S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
8 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

About: Hi there! I've been pet sitting for 8 years and I genuinely love it. I've looked after dogs and cats of all sizes and personalities, so I'm happy to work with whatever your pet needs. I've also spent 6 years in the veterinary field, including my current job at a vet office! I work from home, so I have lots of free time to give your pet extra attention. I'm also comfortable giving medications to dogs and handling the little curveballs that come up. I'm studying to become a vet tech, and I put that same care into every pet I watch. Your fur baby will get lots of attention, love, and cuddles while you're away! I recently switched to working from home, and I take my classes online on my own schedule, so my days are super flexible. I'm home most of the day, which means your pet won't be left alone for long stretches. I'm happy to do walks, potty breaks, playtime, and check-ins, and I can stick to any feeding or medication routine your pet needs. Pet care fits right into my day, so nothing ever feels rushed! Your home, your rules! I'll follow your pet's routine and give them all the pets, cuddles, and love they'd get from you. You'll get photo/video updates while you're away, so you can relax knowing they're in good hands.

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Tiffany T.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
19 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22554

Tiffany was great! She was prompt and professional and took great care of Maggie. She took her for walks and outside to play while we were away. She also has good dog management skills which were obvious when she came to meet Maggie and get instructions. She immediately calmed her down and brought her energy under control. Our house was neat and everything was in its place. We will definitely book her next time we are out of town!

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Sitter Profile Image: Erica W.
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Erica W.
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$70
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4.9 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
34 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22554

Erica was fantastic. She took care of our pups & cat when we went to our son's wedding. The pups were happy and well cared for, and Erica kept us posted. No stress - she was great!

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Alashanee J.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Montclair, VA, 22025

She was responsive and amazing with my pets. They actually loved her for the first time they saw her. I would book her over and over again.!

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Sitter Profile Image: Deborah G.
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Deborah G.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
20 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22191

Deborah took such great care of my babies. She sent an update and photos every morning and throughout each day. She was always available if I needed to reach her, and I know that my dog and my car were in the best possible hands. I am so glad that we found her!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Maddy H.
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Maddy H.
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$89
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5.0 out of 5 stars
167 reviews
26 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20110

I can’t say enough great things about Maddy! She recently watched our 2 dogs at our house while my husband and I went on a trip. She sent plenty of pictures, updates and gave our pups lots of love. We were so thankful for Maddy and it gave us great peace of mind to know that our dogs were in good hands while we were away!

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Angie L.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Manassas Park, VA, 20111

If we weren’t moving out of town, Angie would continue to be our go-to. She has housesat and watched the fur babies many times. Highly recommend booking Angie.

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Anna took care of our house and dog and cat during a holiday week. She was great -- communicative and we highly recommend her. Thanks

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Daniel G.
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Emily was perfect!!! She came to my rescue at the last minute. She was on time and took great care of my little spoil babies. I will definitely recommend and use her again.

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Mary P.
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This is our 2nd time booking Samantha. She is great with our cats, who love her. She follows the instructions and our minds are at ease while we are away knowing she is taking care of our cats.

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Tina C.
House Sitting
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Emma is the absolute best! We were so excited when she was available to watch our dog and cats for over a week. She sent lots of pictures and updates throughout the week, and our babies seemed to enjoy themselves a lot, and were so happy when we got back! We would definitely recommend Emma to anyone looking for a good reliable sitter to leave their pets with!

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Katey Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nadia is always a superb sitter for my pugs! She understands their quirks and does a great job communicating throughout the stay.

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Jordan H.
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Liyah is amazing and took such great care of my dog and my home!! Will definitely reach out to her again for any trips.

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Kyra C.
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Katey went above and beyond while taking care of our fluff. She was considerate of the pets needs as well as our home while she stayed.

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Greg and Sandra H.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Independent Hill on Rover is $77.7 per night (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 7,189 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Independent Hill. 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 Independent Hill 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 Independent Hill 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 Independent Hill 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 Independent Hill. On Rover:

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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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