House Sitting in Kelly Town-Rugby Heights, Charlottesville, VA
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.

“Danielle was amazing at loving on our pets, keeping to their routines, and sending us updates. We look forward to using her again and again as a sitter for our fur babies!”


“I was nervous to leave my cat, as I have never left her with a non-family member before, but Mary was wonderful! Mary came by before the trip and was great with my cat. She updated me during the trip, and when I returned, my cat seemed very relaxed and content. I will definetely be booking again!”


“Jordan did a great job taking care of my dog, Beckett! She sent plenty of pictures and even knitted a little paw for me while I was gone. I also appreciated that she was tidy and bonus ran my dishwasher and stripped the bed for me on her last day. Would absolutely recommend Jordan!”


“James is amazing with our 17 year old senior dog and young dog that needs a lot of exercise and potty breaks! Our time away is so much more enjoyable knowing he is taking such great care of the dogs.”


“Tessa was awesome! Our pets had a great time, she was consistent with communication and left us completely unburdened regarding our furry family while on vacation! Would 1000% recommend Tessa to anyone in need of a hand with your pets!”


“Brooke took excellent care of my cat while staying with him for a long trip. She followed his care instructions and sent me great updates and photos. Made me feel much better about being so far away from my cat. Would definitely reccomend Brooke!”


“Jonathan was wonderful, my 16-year-old dog loved him instantly. My dog was not at all out of sorts after a long weekend which means meds were given on time, he had plenty of walks (probably more than normal), and he wasn't left alone for too long. Jonathan communicated appropriately throughout his stay and my home was left very neat and tidy. I'm extremely thankful for his kind care of my old, curmudgeonly dog.”


“Amanda was a wonderful sitter for our doodle Henry. He loved having her and she really took great care of him. He had walks and playtime and she sent frequent pictures showing us how much fun Henry was having. I was completely at ease knowing she was at our house with him. She also left the house impeccable. We highly recommend her!!!”


About: I grew up with dogs, and in the last few years have been regularly petsitting for friends and mutual friends who need a dog lover to give them peace of mind that their pets will be cared for and loved on even when you're away :) I work full time, typically either 11-6:30 or 12-8:30 Tues-Sat (usually off Sunday and Monday). Infrequently I have later a later shift depending on work needs, and that usually means 3-11. Overall, I can be available in the morning, evening, and overnight around my work schedule! I'm an active person and love walks, so I can take your pet on very long walks and provide lots of play! I can take them out to the bathroom in the morning and evenings, and feed + administer medicine as needed. Overall, I enjoy getting to spend time with dogs so they will be watched and looked after (....and given lots of treats but that's between me and them)

“We were gone for 10 days. Samantha house and dog sat. She is fantastic. Took care of them like they were her own. She even helped out and watered our outdoor plants since there was no rain. Highly recommended.”


“Was nothing short of amazing. From the meet and greet to entire time Lettie was house sitting, she was attentive and thorough. Gave updates along the way and made the entire experience so stress free. Best experience with Rover yet!”


“Dakota, this review is written also as my gratitude. Thank you again for all your time and attention to my dogs for such a very long time (12 days!). They were content and happy when I got back. And the house was spotless! (You didn’t have to clean up!) I felt safe leaving them with you and deeply appreciated your daily updates and photos. I hope you and Spam would be willing to help us out again in the future 😊!!”


“Samantha was such a reliable sitter for our pup! She sent detailed updates and made us feel at ease on our 4 nights away from our dog for the first time. Would highly recommend her dog walking/sitting services! Thanks Samantha!”


“Jessica took such good care of our pup! He often gets anxious when we’re away but Jessica put him at ease. She was so punctual, communicative, & friendly, sent us lots of photos, & left our home neat and clean. Thank you, Jessica!”


“Gala did a wonderful job looking after my dog, Ace! I had no issues and she was always quick to respond when I checked in to see how he was doing. Will definitely be back!”



“Kris was great! I felt very secure and comfortable knowing she was looking after my pups! Tulip is a very skittish/nervous dog and Kris sent me a picture of her cuddling, which is proof right there that she’s great with all types of dogs! Will definitely book again in the future!”

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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.


Danielle C.Star Sitter

“Danielle was amazing at loving on our pets, keeping to their routines, and sending us updates. We look forward to using her again and again as a sitter for our fur babies!”


Mary B.Star Sitter

“I was nervous to leave my cat, as I have never left her with a non-family member before, but Mary was wonderful! Mary came by before the trip and was great with my cat. She updated me during the trip, and when I returned, my cat seemed very relaxed and content. I will definetely be booking again!”


Jordan B.

“Jordan did a great job taking care of my dog, Beckett! She sent plenty of pictures and even knitted a little paw for me while I was gone. I also appreciated that she was tidy and bonus ran my dishwasher and stripped the bed for me on her last day. Would absolutely recommend Jordan!”


Madelyn K.

“Madelyn did an incredible job with our boys! She’s going to be our go-to from now on!”


James B.
Star Sitter


“James is amazing with our 17 year old senior dog and young dog that needs a lot of exercise and potty breaks! Our time away is so much more enjoyable knowing he is taking such great care of the dogs.”


Tessa F.Star Sitter

“Tessa was awesome! Our pets had a great time, she was consistent with communication and left us completely unburdened regarding our furry family while on vacation! Would 1000% recommend Tessa to anyone in need of a hand with your pets!”


Brooke L.Star Sitter

“Brooke took excellent care of my cat while staying with him for a long trip. She followed his care instructions and sent me great updates and photos. Made me feel much better about being so far away from my cat. Would definitely reccomend Brooke!”


Jonathan S.

“Jonathan was wonderful, my 16-year-old dog loved him instantly. My dog was not at all out of sorts after a long weekend which means meds were given on time, he had plenty of walks (probably more than normal), and he wasn't left alone for too long. Jonathan communicated appropriately throughout his stay and my home was left very neat and tidy. I'm extremely thankful for his kind care of my old, curmudgeonly dog.”


Amanda W.Star Sitter

“Amanda was a wonderful sitter for our doodle Henry. He loved having her and she really took great care of him. He had walks and playtime and she sent frequent pictures showing us how much fun Henry was having. I was completely at ease knowing she was at our house with him. She also left the house impeccable. We highly recommend her!!!”


Margaret L.
“We love Maggie! She is such a sweet and thoughtful human. When I need a dog walker, house sitter, someone to give Rugby lots of love when I can't be there, she is my go-to every time. She communicates well, meets all of my needs and my puppy's needs, sends the cutest photos, genuinely cares about my pup's wellbeing. What more could you ask for?”


Samantha R.

“We were gone for 10 days. Samantha house and dog sat. She is fantastic. Took care of them like they were her own. She even helped out and watered our outdoor plants since there was no rain. Highly recommended.”


Lettie N.

“Was nothing short of amazing. From the meet and greet to entire time Lettie was house sitting, she was attentive and thorough. Gave updates along the way and made the entire experience so stress free. Best experience with Rover yet!”


Christian A.

“Christian was great! This is the second time I have booked a house sitting with them for my dog. Will definitely book with them in the future.”


Dakota W.Star Sitter

“Dakota, this review is written also as my gratitude. Thank you again for all your time and attention to my dogs for such a very long time (12 days!). They were content and happy when I got back. And the house was spotless! (You didn’t have to clean up!) I felt safe leaving them with you and deeply appreciated your daily updates and photos. I hope you and Spam would be willing to help us out again in the future 😊!!”


Samantha R.Star Sitter

“Samantha was such a reliable sitter for our pup! She sent detailed updates and made us feel at ease on our 4 nights away from our dog for the first time. Would highly recommend her dog walking/sitting services! Thanks Samantha!”


Jessica M.

“Jessica took such good care of our pup! He often gets anxious when we’re away but Jessica put him at ease. She was so punctual, communicative, & friendly, sent us lots of photos, & left our home neat and clean. Thank you, Jessica!”


Mackenzie D.Star Sitter

“Mackenzie takes loving care of our dog and cat and leaves our house spotless. We love having her and are so grateful for her care and attention.”


Gala M.

“Gala did a wonderful job looking after my dog, Ace! I had no issues and she was always quick to respond when I checked in to see how he was doing. Will definitely be back!”


LaTrice K.
Star Sitter


“Latrice was wonderful. Super responsible and great communication. We will definitely want to have her watch our animals again. Thanks Latrice!”




Kris P.
Star Sitter


“Kris was great! I felt very secure and comfortable knowing she was looking after my pups! Tulip is a very skittish/nervous dog and Kris sent me a picture of her cuddling, which is proof right there that she’s great with all types of dogs! Will definitely book again in the future!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Kelly Town-Rugby Heights on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Kelly Town-Rugby Heights.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Kelly Town-Rugby Heights house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
