Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Lyon Village, Arlington, VA
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Top rated Lyon Village pet sitters
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“Aimee was fantastic! She sent lots of pics and detailed notes from her drop-ins with our cat Finn. He really loved her. It's was comforting to know our pet was in such good hands while we were away and made it easy to enjoy the trip! Aimee went above and beyond, alerting us to a water leak in the bathroom. We were able to contact the building management to take care of the leak before it caused too much damage. I am grateful to her for being so observant and conscientious! We would be thrilled to have her take care of Finn the next time we travel!”
“Cindy was great with Zoey! She’s very communicative, sent updates and photos throughout their visit. I highly recommended using Cindy’s services, I know I’ll be a repeat customer the next time I head out of town!”
“Catherine went above and beyond for our drop-in visits! I was so happy to leave George in good hands, with great walks and playdates with her dog Winston! Thank you so much for everything you do!!”
“Erin popped in to check on our cats a few times throughout our two weeks away. Erin was so kind and responsive and I felt at ease knowing our cats were in good hands!”
About: I’ve loved dogs my whole life and have raised mine from puppies. I’ve also happily walked, house-sat for, and boarded friends’ dogs in times when I didn’t have one of my own. I’m planning a career transition and will be working on a personal creative project, so I will have a flexible schedule to respond to pet parents’ needs during busy work days. Regular walks are important for a happy and healthy pup! When I walk my own dog, I follow routes that will keep us both safe and am always careful in any interactions with other dogs, especially if we don’t know them. I’d do the same for your pet and abide by any specific instructions you might have!
“Melissa was so kind and good with our little kitties! She made sure to keep us updated on our first trip away from them. We would recommend her to anyone needing pet services in the area!”
“Haley and Andrew were awesome. They went above and beyond to take care of me and my pup. Very attentive and informative when on visits. Maintained great communication with me. 12/10!”
“A huge thank you to Ashley X! She was so sweet with all my concerns and questions having not left my pup with someone I didn’t know. She visited, walked, gave lots of pets and even drew an amazing pup portrait. Yes, a portrait of our pup! I highly recommend her and we will absolutely use her again when needed.”
“Megan did a fantastic job sitting Miss Kitty who is usually shy but came out of her shell when Megan came. She went above and beyond for her needs, was very communicative, and provided great photo/video updates. I highly recommend anyone to book with her!”
“Olivia was so great with my doggy! She was absolutely wonderful! Great communication from start to finish and so attentive with my baby boy. I felt completely at ease knowing my pup was in such caring hands. Daily updates and photos were a great touch. Highly recommend and will definitely book again!”
“Mei is the best!! She took great care of our cats while we were out of the country and made us feel so much more comfortable knowing they were in good hands. She sent great updates and lots of cute pictures which were always the highlights of our days :) Thank you for everything Mei, we will definitely reach back out in the future!!”
“Tyler has been amazing with my two cats. I truly appreciate his attentiveness, his flexibility with my changing schedule, and the peace of mind he provides. I’m especially grateful for his care as one of my cats is recovering after an eight-month battle of being ill. Siar’s survival feels nothing short of a miracle, Tyler’s role has been pivotal in his recovery. Excellent care!”
“Hannah took absolute incredible care of my cat, Moxie! I wouldn't hesitate to have her sit again - she sent detailed updates, adorable pictures, and made me feel so much better about being away!”
“Heather was great! We had to book last second and she accommodated us into her busy holiday schedule. We received updates throughout to know that our 10 month old Lab was getting on okay without us. We really appreciate her extra care and professionalism while watching our puppy.”
“This is the third time I have had Sophie watch my dog, and, as usual, she did an outstanding job. I don’t worry about my dog when Sophie is taking care of her. She’s so responsible, communicative, and friendly. And of course, my dog loves her too! I will continue to ask Sophie to watch over my dog when I travel- I can’t say enough good things about her!!”
“I can’t recommend Simone enough! She took amazing care of my cats while I was away and gave me thorough updates every single day. I loved receiving the regular photos she sent, it was clear the cats were comfortable and in very good hands. She’s clearly an expert who truly understands and loves animals, and her thoughtful communication made me worry just a little less while I was missing my kitties. It seems like the cats developed quite a liking for her too, which says a lot! I’ll definitely be booking her again next time I travel.”
“Ethan was awesome! He took such great care of our cat and provided great updates during our trip. He’s super friendly, and our cat seemed to love him! Would definitely book again.”
Over 122 pet parents in Lyon Village have booked pet sitting
Lyon Village pet parents share their Rover experiences
Mia was amazing! She was able to look after our cats, Sebastian and Solana, last minute while I prepared for and attended an event. She was communicative and curious about them, and you can tell she loves animals. Even our grumpy old guy, Sebastian, who usually keeps his distance, really loved her (rare!). Mia was super gentle and patient, and she paid close attention to both cats’ body language when she first met them and let them get familiar with her. We could tell she has a genuine care for animals; they seemed to naturally gravitate toward her. It was clear she had experience and felt really comfortable interacting with new pets too. We’ll definitely book Mia again when we need a sitter for the cats, especially considering how Sebastian was with her (he’s genuinely such a grump with most people, so it was a lovely surprise!). Highly recommend if you’re looking for someone kind, patient, communicative, and who clearly has a real love of animals.
Andrew and Haley were so so thoughtful in their care for our cat, Moka. The per-visit updates and photos helped reassure us that she was not lonely and that everything was going well, and helped us miss her a little less! We 100% Andrew and Haley to anyone who is looking for a caring couple to watch a pet.
Tara is an excellent cat sitter! She was so quick to respond to my initial request and throughout the booking process. I especially appreciated how prompt she was in sending visit updates with great pictures after every visit. It gave me real peace of mind! Highly recommend :)
Laetitia was FANTASTIC with my dog, George. He’s usually quite shy and nervous around new people, but he took to her right away — which is saying a lot! She was gentle, patient, and really seemed to understand how to make him feel comfortable. I’d definitely recommend Laetitia to anyone looking for a kind and reliable dog walker.
Isabelle and Diego were fantastic sitters for my senior cat. They were both so warm, timely, and followed my instructions perfectly. Their updates included a lot of really great pictures, where it was obvious that my cat was happy and taken care of. Their written updates were informative and sweet- a relief when I’m away and missing my cat! I would certainly book them again.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Lyon Village is $19
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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 Village on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $19 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Lyon Village.
Rover makes it easy to find Lyon Village 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
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.
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