Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Lyon Park, Arlington, VA
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1. Whitney M.
“Whitney was so helpful and we knew Josie was in great hands while we were away. She was very communicative and we got great updates. Thanks Whitney!!!”
2. Aimee P.
“Aimee was amazing. We were a bit hesitant, as we've never used Rover before, but she was so welcoming and helpful. She came on-time, every time, and cared for our dog. We will definitely use her again!”
3. Iryna K.
“Iryna was an excellent cat sitter! I really appreciated how thorough her updates were and how much care she showed for my cat. Iryna even went above and beyond and offered to water my plants which was amazing! I would absolutely book with her again!”
4. Simone D.
“Simone did a great job with my dog Lily and my two kittens!! She took lots of photos and videos, my pets looked very happy! She also had some great notes and I will definitely be reaching out to her again for care!”
5. Tara F.
“I’ve had Tara drop in on our little ham for a few times already. I can always count on her to make sure pixel gets taken care of. Thank you for being flexible!”
6. Ameera B.
“Ameera was fantastic! I looked forward to her cute reports, which felt like little stories from the day. Through the pictures and videos she sent, I could tell my cat was truly happy playing with her. It gave me such peace of mind while traveling. Exceptional care for the furry ones ✨”
7. Sophie T.
“Sophie is an excellent care taker for out kitty. She is very responsive and goes out of her way to make sure you are well informed and comfortable while you are away. I would highly recommend her. We have booked her twice and had a great experience both times.”
8. Olivia A.
“Olivia was very helpful and dedicated in giving great care to our cats. She made extra efforts to play with them and ensure they had enough food. We will ask for her again.”
9. Nina C.
“Nina was wonderful! She is reliable and we will definitely be booking her again.”
10. Catie N.
“Catie had to make a change to the reservation due to a personal situation but she was super communicative to make sure I had time to find a sitter for the rest of the time and worked to get the key to the person as well. Vinnie loves her and would definitely hire her again when I need someone to watch her.”
11. Brenna L.
“Brenna is an amazing pet sitter - with both cats and dogs. She's caring, very responsible and will keep you posted on how your pets are doing. I trust her fully with my dog and 2 cats and highly recommend her.”
12. Angela P.
“Angela was absolutely fantastic. She helped us on extremely short notice and was wonderful with our cats. I really appreciated her level of communication and would absolutely work with her again.”
13. Heather R.
“I always feel so comfortable leaving my cat at home because I know heather does a great job and is incredibly dependable! I highly recommend Heather for cat-sitting.”
14. Dominique L.
“Dominique helped me a lot by caring for my dog while I was away. He was punctual and always provided updates. Will definitely be my go to dog sitter!”
15. Ashley X.
“Ashley always makes our little girl feel comfortable and takes great care of her. I know our pup looks forward to her visits. Takes really cute pics too 🥰”
16. Melissa S.
“Melissa was above and beyond!! She provided the BEST care for my anxious doggie, sent so many pictures and communicated so much. I felt completely at ease pup was in the best hands! I can’t thank Melissa enough and look foreword to using her services again :)”
17. Rebecca D.
“Rebecca has always interacted respectfully towards animals in my home and made good friends with my cat Ernie, before deciding with her wonderful husband that they should adopt a sweet little special needs kitty together and name him Hermes. Over the years I got to watch him him grow into a confident cuddle bug online, before meeting him and finding myself--as I'm sure all of Rebecca's friends do--immediately welcomed in by his friendly and curious energy! Rebecca is very attentive to an animals' individual and species related needs!”
18. Michelle O.
“Michelle always takes such great care of my anxious, high-energy pup. She is incredibly responsive and professional. I can always count on frequent updates with photos and videos, which gives me peace of mind knowing my dog is in great hands. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring sitter or walker!”
19. Amanda M.
“Mandy was great and Espi enjoyed having her. She was very attentive, quick to respond and carried in a package when I forgot to stop deliveries. I would book her again :)”
20. Annalise H.
“Annalise is absolutely fantastic and I would highly recommend her! It's very clear she adores dogs and she has been great with my anxious dog Shadow. She is extremely responsive, professional, and so easy to work with. She also takes any instructions/guidance on care very seriously and I feel 100% at ease with her watching Shadow. :)”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Lyon Park on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 1,959 pet sitters in Lyon Park. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Lyon Park pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Lyon Park have an average of 12 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Lyon Park.
Rover makes it easy to find Lyon Park pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 1,959 pet sitters in Lyon Park on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Lyon Park, 92% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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