Cat Sitting in Ironsides
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“Thank you for taking care of our puppy. Great detailed visit. Pictures and everything we asked for our puppy’s needs was accomplished and more! Will call again, we are regulars now!”
“I wouldn't hesitate to ask Hana to sit our two cats again. She was dependable, even on the morning she was running a half marathon, and left everything clean and tidy. My kitties warmed up to her quickly and were well cared for. She even watered some plants and collected the mail.”
“We used Sonia a few weeks ago for a drop in visit for our diabetic 11 yr old lab. We watched him play ball outside with her from our ring camera and you could tell he had fun. We used her again today for double drop in visit. She arrived on time and again could tell he was having fun with her playing ball outside. Would highly recommend her.”
“Michelle was amazing. Chickens were happy. The cats were calm and looked healthy, rather than stressed out—which is how they usually act when I get home. Litter cleaned, no messes, and when I ran out of cat food, she let me know and we arranged a delivery. I think my misfits miss her. Highly recommend—best sitter yet.”
“Christina took excellent care of my 2 cats over a long holiday. She monitored them for a case of the sniffles and gave them plenty of playtime and pets. She kept me updated every day with photos and let me know about deviations from the schedule. Would definitely hire her again!”
“Katelyn was very nurturing to our two dogs. She was kind enough to comfort our 10 year old Great Dane whom is suffering from cancer when she was having a difficult day. She also played with our two year old corgi who is very playful and has quite the personality. I recommend her as a trusted and compassionate dog walker and sitter.”
About: I’ve cared for dogs since childhood, growing up with seven and now raising two Basset Hounds. I treat every pet like family—with love and attention. I've been caring for dogs of all sizes and temperaments since I was 9, including walking, feeding, bathing, and giving extra attention to senior dogs and those with special needs. Friends, family, and neighbors regularly rely on me to care for their pets, knowing I treat every animal as if they were my own. Whether your pet needs active playtime or calm companionship, I bring genuine love, experience, and dedication to every visit. I’m currently an unemployed student and available full - time so my schedule is clear. I respond fast and show up fast, whenever and wherever. I have two very friendly basset hounds at home that can give your doggy some company. I have homemade beds for all doggies and crates if needed. Very spacious house with 4 floors, no backyard, but at least 3 walks per day implemented into the daily routine for exercise as well as plenty of dog toys and treats.
About: Used to walk multiple dogs regularly, have house sitted with multiple animals in the house. Have worked with large dogs over 100lbs to smaller dogs. I would like to disclose I walk with my veteran husband due to my PTSD sorry for any inconvenience. I love speaking to all furry friends sweetly and lovingly. I love animals of all ages, sizes and breeds. Currently free most of the time as a stay at home wife and mother. Weather depending. Can make accommodations if the weather isn't ideal. Please just contact me to discuss alternate options during bad weather. I will provide the highest level of safety and care when I'm with your animals. I always make sure an environment is safe and clear before entering. I treat all animals as if they were my own, I'm very particular on how animals are treated and do my upmost to make your animals feel as loved as you make them feel.
About: I’ve walked neighborhood dogs as a child, and throughout my adult years I’ve taken care of dogs, cats, birds, and other pets. I have a sincere love for animals, and give them the respect, warmth, and patience they deserve. I promise to follow any instructions and rules you have since I understand your pet is a dear member of your family. Thank you for your putting your trust in me! I am very flexible as a stay at home mom whose two children go to school during the day. Fitting in visits or walks is not a problem. I have a fenced in backyard. If I go to a client’s house, I follow the client’s explicit instructions and make sure to clean up if there is any mess made for any reason.
About: I owned many different pets in the past from cats, snakes, reptiles, birds, and dogs. So I know how to take care and adapt to new situations Free all day and everyday, my hours are really flexible and I am able to work towards yours needs in order to give you the best service you I make sure to watch them so I know they are safe, but I also give them attention and make sure to play with them so they are not bored
About: I have been around animals, my whole life and I love them. I will always make sure your babies are good health condition, Keep you updated, and send pictures to make sure you can see your babies while you’re away. I am currently doing this full time and would love for you to give me a try. I also love being around animals, so it fits best with me. I am basically here for your needs so you can let me know what you need for your pets, and I will give that care out for your babies. I will be walking them as needed. Feeding them on your schedule because I’m here for you guys. If you bored with me, I have a close fence, single home. Your dogs will go on walks as well.
“Megan was extremely quick to respond and provided full details of her check ins with our new kitty. We were very nervous to go out of town for the weekend and she provided us a lot of reassurance that she was doing ok through the whole weekend. Definitely would recommend her!”
About: Hey everybody! I currently provide house and pet sitting services in select areas of Virginia, with availability to take bookings throughout the DMV region (Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia) depending on my schedule and travel arrangements. In addition to house sitting, I offer a variety of pet care services through Rover, including drop-in visits for feeding, potty breaks, and playtime, dog walking, overnight stays in your home, pet sitting for cats, dogs, and small animals, as well as medication administration when needed. Feel free to reach out to discuss your location and specific needs. I’m happy to accommodate when possible! Since i am off for the entire summer, my availability is open from 6 am until 11:00 pm. I am able to do walks , check ins and even pet sit for your pup. I make sure they are given the right medication if needed, also makes sure they are fed and to play with them so they won’t feel alone.
About: I have grown up with dogs, specifically pit bulls and Shepard mixes. I have personally trained some of those dogs via training classes and personal information. I have dog sat for friends and family in the past, both overnight and for a few hours. I have experience with all dogs big and small! I can’t wait to meet you and your pups! I am a student that’s off for summer break! I am completely available at this time whenever you need me to take care of your fur baby! I am very flexible! However you wish you pet to be cared for I will do, whatever specific needs your pups need I will do. I will respect your home and leave the space as it was when I arrived. Cleaning up after myself and your pets.
About: *Attention Students, Seniors (65+), and Veterans, please inquire about special rates when messaging me; Proof of veteran/student status required* I have taken care of dogs since childhood. Family and friends have always been able to rely on me when it comes to caring for their pets. My schedule is fairly flexible and can easily be adapted to their needs. While I usually require at least 24 hr notice for a booking, I am willing to accommodate you in the case of an emergency if I am able.For those who live within a 10 mile radius of me, I shall waive the pickup fee. Generally I follow whatever instructions are left and then add in a few enrichment activities. I also make sure they are introduced to the other members of my family so that they can feel comfortable with new strangers. I make sure that strangers do not attempt to pet my clients; this is for everyone’s safety the dog’s included.
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Kady C.
“Thank you for taking care of our puppy. Great detailed visit. Pictures and everything we asked for our puppy’s needs was accomplished and more! Will call again, we are regulars now!”
Hana L.Star Sitter
“I wouldn't hesitate to ask Hana to sit our two cats again. She was dependable, even on the morning she was running a half marathon, and left everything clean and tidy. My kitties warmed up to her quickly and were well cared for. She even watered some plants and collected the mail.”
Sonia B.
“We used Sonia a few weeks ago for a drop in visit for our diabetic 11 yr old lab. We watched him play ball outside with her from our ring camera and you could tell he had fun. We used her again today for double drop in visit. She arrived on time and again could tell he was having fun with her playing ball outside. Would highly recommend her.”
Michelle Z. B.
“Michelle was amazing. Chickens were happy. The cats were calm and looked healthy, rather than stressed out—which is how they usually act when I get home. Litter cleaned, no messes, and when I ran out of cat food, she let me know and we arranged a delivery. I think my misfits miss her. Highly recommend—best sitter yet.”
Christina H.Star Sitter
“Christina took excellent care of my 2 cats over a long holiday. She monitored them for a case of the sniffles and gave them plenty of playtime and pets. She kept me updated every day with photos and let me know about deviations from the schedule. Would definitely hire her again!”
Tatum G.
“We absolutely love Tatum, she does the best with pictures and always gives our fur babaies the love and support they need when we are away!”
Katelyn B.Star Sitter
“Katelyn was very nurturing to our two dogs. She was kind enough to comfort our 10 year old Great Dane whom is suffering from cancer when she was having a difficult day. She also played with our two year old corgi who is very playful and has quite the personality. I recommend her as a trusted and compassionate dog walker and sitter.”
LeAnn P.
“Leann was great! She was very flexible and worked with our schedule. I felt extremely comfortable having her check in on and take care of our puppy.”
Faith H.
“Faith is amazing. This is my second time booking her for my cats. This trip was a lot longer for a work training. I’ll definitely be using her services again.”
Oscar M.
“Oscar took great care of my cat and dog while I was out of town. One night, there was a power outage and the dog got really anxious, but Oscar stayed with him to keep him calm and made sure everything was okay. He also dealt with my picky cat refusing to eat her usual food and figured out a way to get her to eat without stressing her out. I came home to happy, to relaxed pets—and that says a lot. Would absolutely trust him again.”
Katherine C.
About: Used to walk multiple dogs regularly, have house sitted with multiple animals in the house. Have worked with large dogs over 100lbs to smaller dogs. I would like to disclose I walk with my veteran husband due to my PTSD sorry for any inconvenience. I love speaking to all furry friends sweetly and lovingly. I love animals of all ages, sizes and breeds. Currently free most of the time as a stay at home wife and mother. Weather depending. Can make accommodations if the weather isn't ideal. Please just contact me to discuss alternate options during bad weather. I will provide the highest level of safety and care when I'm with your animals. I always make sure an environment is safe and clear before entering. I treat all animals as if they were my own, I'm very particular on how animals are treated and do my upmost to make your animals feel as loved as you make them feel.
Elizabeth B.
“Oreo Loves being at Elizabeth house. She makes her feel as if it’s her second safe place.”
Nicole H.
“Nicole has cared for our large pet family (2 parrots, 2 dogs, and 1 cat) several times since both me and my husband travel a lot for work. She has always followed our directions/routines, and the animals have grown to be familiar with her. It’s been great and makes us feel secure and comfortable to be able to have someone who cares about what she does to care for our beloved pets! Definitely recommend her :)”
Hunter H.
“Hunter is amando g and I love having him walk my super cute tiny white dog, my dog loves and trust him so much it’s magician”
Jade M.
About: I have been around animals, my whole life and I love them. I will always make sure your babies are good health condition, Keep you updated, and send pictures to make sure you can see your babies while you’re away. I am currently doing this full time and would love for you to give me a try. I also love being around animals, so it fits best with me. I am basically here for your needs so you can let me know what you need for your pets, and I will give that care out for your babies. I will be walking them as needed. Feeding them on your schedule because I’m here for you guys. If you bored with me, I have a close fence, single home. Your dogs will go on walks as well.
Megan J.Star Sitter
“Megan was extremely quick to respond and provided full details of her check ins with our new kitty. We were very nervous to go out of town for the weekend and she provided us a lot of reassurance that she was doing ok through the whole weekend. Definitely would recommend her!”
Brelynn G.
“Brelynn has a genuine passion for animals, and their dedication to providing the best possible care is evident in every interaction. They have shown great responsibility and attentiveness in ensuring the well-being and happiness of my pets. From feeding and walking to administering necessary medications, Brelynn consistently goes above and beyond to meet their needs.”
SKYLAR H.
“My kitty has the best care! I would highly recommend using Skylar!”
Kaelyn B.
“Kaelyn is awesome! She has babysat my two dachshunds several times. If you know anything about dachshunds, you know that can be a tall task at times. She is very sweet and patient with animals. Mine love her and actually get excited when they see her coming! Highly recommend giving her a shot :)”
Kayla J.
“Kayla is an exceptional pet-sitter. When my spouse and I travel for extended day, we always rely upon Kayla. She loves and takes great care of our Cavapoo, Patches. Patches loves to see Kayla and always demonstrates a happy wagging tail at pickup. The neat thing about Kayla is that she will pick up Patches from our home and drop him home to us upon our return. That's a great benefit because after traveling we are often a bit exhausted and appreciate the added assistance. I would describe Kayla as a "one of a kind" caregiver, trustworthy, knowledgeable, and compassionate.”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Ironsides on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $22 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 1,720 cat sitters in Ironsides. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Ironsides cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Ironsides have an average of 13 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Ironsides.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Ironsides cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 1,720 cat sitters in Ironsides on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Ironsides, 94% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 88% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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