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Matt M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 299 reviews
96 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Northern Barton Heights, Richmond, VA, 23222

“Matt is the best!! He was able to host Sawyer for 15 days while I was in Portugal. The daily updates and pictures helped me focus on the main purpose of the vacation; relaxing and recharging. I honestly think Sawyer had just as much fun during her stay. Thanks again Matt! I really appreciate you and all you did for her.”

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Michelle T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Randolph, Richmond, VA, 23220

“This was the longest time I've been away from my pup and Michelle did another amazing job. He always looks like he's having the best time with Milo and I appreciate all the updates and pictures they send! So happy to have found a great sitter for my boy!”

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Jonathan P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 120 reviews
38 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23231

“Jonathan is a great sitter. He sent videos everyday and was very responsive. We will definitely use him again or recommend for other pet havers to use him.”

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Ross & Ava T.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 87 reviews
24 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Blackwell, Richmond, VA, 23224

“They are fantastic! My dog is elderly and they provided such a safe space for him. They communicated daily and sent me photos of his walks. Highly recommend.”

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Emily S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Vcu, Richmond, VA, 23220

“Was such a great host of my cat pumpkin. Sent timely updates and made sure to get the cutest pictures of her back to me during her stay! Definitely hope to book her again in the future.”

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Kristine H.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Central Office, Richmond, VA, 23219

“Kristine was fantastic! Reliable and great communication. Loved the photo updates. Cats are very relaxed and happy. Would not hesitate to book again!”

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Jesse D.
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• 73 reviews
20 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

“Jesse was so great with Zoey. He sent lots of photos, took her on a lot of walks and spent cuddle time with her. It’s clear he truly loves animals. We’d love for Zoey to stay with Jesse again.”

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Amanda E.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
27 repeat clients
17 years of experience
The Museum District, Richmond, VA, 23221

“Amanda and her partner were so incredible with our anxious girl, Marcie! They made sure to carefully introduce her to the other dogs they were sitting and Amanda sent great photo/video updates for Marcie’s full stay so I never had to worry. 10/10 would definitely rebook.”

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Nicole B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 128 reviews
50 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North Highland Park, Richmond, VA, 23222

“Nicole was a fantastic dog sitter! She is very communicative and has the best set up for dogs. It's very clear how much she loves and cares for the dogs in her home. Will definitely be using Nicole's services in the future.”

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Laura C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
8 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23236

“Laura was absolutely amazing! This was my first time leaving Bandit with someone other than friends, family, or a boarding facility, so I was super nervous. However, receiving pictures and updates helped ease my anxiety so much. Bandit definitely had a great time, and I truly appreciate Laura and her family treating him like one of their own. He was completely exhausted when we got home and went straight to sleep, which is a good thing!”

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Talen L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
2 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Shockoe Bottom, Richmond, VA, 23223

“Talen is the best, very patient my Cane Corso is very timid and anxious and Talen knew just what to do. You can tell she loves dogs. I will be booking her again, I almost didn't want to write this because I don't want her to get too many customers and we can't user her again. Lol”

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Jamie H.
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$39
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20 years of experience
Westover Hills, Richmond, VA, 23225

About: It's pretty simple - I love dogs and I work from home. Having recently said goodbye to my own best boy, Gary (a squishy English bulldog mix), I can guarantee that I'll get as much happiness out of seeing your dog as your dog will hopefully get from seeing me! I understand how important it is to know your pet is comfortable in your absence. I will treat yours as my own and send you as many updates as you'd like! Some key skills that may come in handy: - Walking dogs with leash reactivity - Experience with senior pets and those with medical needs - Administering medications, injections, paw wraps, etc. I'm currently working from home full-time, so I'll have plenty of time to play and love on your pups! I'm available for boarding all day, every day and would be happy to have a four-legged coworker around :) I have a fenced yard to keep your fur baby safe while exploring and getting lots of sniffs! We also keep a clean and tidy home to ensure your pet is always safe. Of course, there may be times when I need to step out (I'm human after all!), but will be happy to abide by any requests you have. Things like bowls, leashes, light up collars, pet gates, and a crate can be made available.

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Amanda B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 44 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23831

“Amanda did a fantastic job with Willow. I was impressed with Amanda’s follow up. I received pictures multiple times a day. She understands that Willow is my world. She made sure that I knew that Willow was eating interacting with the other dogs and comfortable where she was. Not only will I rebook with Amanda. I already have.”

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Shannon O.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 66 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Chesterfield, VA, 23832

“We were very pleased with the attention that Shannon and her family gave to Sierra. He is a very senior dog and needs a little extra loving and care. Shannon sent pictures every day and was careful to keep him cool during the hot July 4th weather. Her home is really nice and perfect for a large dog. Sierra really enjoyed Shannon's backyard. He didn't want to come home. We would recommend Shannon to anyone who want's a Rover sitter.”

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Jay B.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 323 reviews
104 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23231

“Jay is always amazing and Diamond has a great time with her!! The only person we trust to leave our fur baby with besides family….well she is like family now🥰”

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Nadia J.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
21 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Randolph, Richmond, VA, 23220

“Nadia took great care of my 11-year-old dog Nike. She sent pictures every day of her activity and my dog seems so happy to be among other dogs, which was surprising to me. I would definitely use her again. Nike was in good hands the entire time.”

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Deven & Tyreek C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
17 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North Chestefield, VA, 23237

“Had a great experience working with Deven and Tyreek! They took great care of our dog and provided excellent daily updates. He looked very happy in all his pics!”

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Cyndi M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 202 reviews
72 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

“Cyndi provided the absolute best care for my sweet old guy while I was away, and I am so grateful! Her regular updates gave me peace of mind, and I truly appreciated how carefully she took the time to learn his routine, medication needs, and unique quirks. It was clear he was happy and well cared for during his stay. I’ll definitely be using Cyndi again and recommending her to others!”

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Sophia S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Union Hill, Richmond, VA, 23223

“Will definitely be hitting up Sophia in the future! She was so flexible and accommodating to my weird anxious little guy. She kept me updated and sent me lots of photos.”

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Triston N.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Fulton, Richmond, VA, 23231

“Triston watched over our two dogs while we went on vacation for a week and we couldn’t be more pleased with the experience we had! Triston has a genuine compassion towards animals that we immediately felt when meeting him. He preferred knowing daily habits and schedules which we really appreciated. We will definitely be reaching back out to Triston again in the future!”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Lower Rocketts is $45

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I am so grateful to Michaela! She took care of my dog Polly Maria with so much love, patience, and dedication. You can tell she truly loves animals, and Polly came back happy and relaxed. I recommend her 100%! 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

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Amanda C.
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Absolutely wonderful!! So happy to find someone that loves our dogs like their own. We felt completely at ease knowing they were in good hands. Thanks again!!

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Carey E.
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Maya had a great time and Emily gave lots of updates with photos. I will definitely book her again in the future.

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Pam L.
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Easy picks and drop off, with flexible times. Gesso seemed to enjoy hanging out and going on walks. She seemed very happy with Ross and ava.

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Kim P.
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Raven is the absolute best!! Our girl is shy, but she feels so comfortable with Raven and is always so well cared for!

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Sarah W.
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Miguel was a great sitter. We have a very shy dog and he and his family were great to him. I got updates with photos and videos daily.

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Tricia H.
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Jonathan was responsive and shared videos during Nacho’s stay, ensuring we knew he was eating and having a great time. We will absolutely book with him again! Nacho loved Jonathan’s pets and enjoyed play time, I could tell. Thank you!!!

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Stephanie R.
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Ryan and Lucy take such great care of my dog Bowser when I had to travel for work. He had such a fun time hanging out with Lucy. I highly recommend Ryan!

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Beth S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Very communicative and sweet! Accepted my booking very close to the date needed which we were sooo grateful for!!!

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Anna F.
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Will definitely be hitting up Sophia in the future! She was so flexible and accommodating to my weird anxious little guy. She kept me updated and sent me lots of photos.

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Anne Marie M.
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Triston was wonderful! I have a very nervous and reactive pup and he met her where she was. Let us come for a meet & greet, stayed in touch with me when I was away, and cared for Stella just as I would've. Definitely recommend :)

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Julianne R.
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Took amazing care of my dog Flea! Good communication, clean home, just overall a very good experience.

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Olivia G.
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Chris was great with Walter! He sent pictures through and even took him to his dog club to get some energy out. He dealt with his health issues, especially some sudden ones, before we dropped him off. I would absolutely have Chris watch Walter again!

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Stephanie M.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Yolanda was absolutely wonderful with my Blue! She provided excellent care, was very communicative, and responded quickly whenever I reached out. I especially appreciated the pictures and videos she shared throughout his stay—it gave me such peace of mind knowing he was happy and well cared for. Awesome sitter! I will definitely keep Yolanda as my go-to provider whenever she’s available. Highly recommend! 🐾💙

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Bridget M.
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Juniper had a great one-night stay with Stacey! She got along well with Stacey’s dogs, who are total sweethearts, and she came back to us happy and well-cared-for. We would trust Stacey to watch our dogs again!

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Jared M.
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Imani was very communicative during my boy’s stay. She was mindful of the heat and made sure he got plenty of exercise and attention. My baby loves her!

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McKenzie C.
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Evie is amazing and so loving on our girl! She has even knitted a cute bandana and provided extra treats and foods when our pup stays with her.

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Lindsey K.
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India kept me up to date with Blue. He was not use to a new environment but India made him comfortable.I can tell she truly has compassion and love for animals. Thanks again. I truly appreciate you.

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Stephanie B.
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Veggie had a great time and was taken good care of by Kristine for a week when I was on vacation. Kristine was responsive and sent me pictures of Veggie when I missed her.

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Yang X.
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Alex was great with Peppa! Always sent photos and videos of Peppa when I was away. She was very prompt in responding to messages and flexible with drop off/pick up times. I definitely recommend her as a Rover!!

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Hope C.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Lower Rocketts is $47 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $23 and $61 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of November 2026, there are 808 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Lower Rocketts. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

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.

96% of sitters in Lower Rocketts can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Lower Rocketts 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 Lower Rocketts.

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

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Lower Rocketts. On Rover:

  • 91% 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.

You and your Lower Rocketts 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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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