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Sitter Profile Image: Laurie & Richard E.
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Laurie & Richard E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
21 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ballston-Virginia Square, Arlington, VA, 22201

Laurie & Rich were great hosts for my dachshund mix Lily! The sent me regular check ins and pictures of my pup which I greatly appreciate. They communicated fantastically throughout the entire process, and accommodated all of my requests. I could not have asked for a better host! 10/10 would recommend.

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Jason & Becky Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
McLean, VA, 22102

Jason & Becky were wonderful with Juneau. They were very responsive, attentive, and genuinely caring throughout her stay. It’s clear they are experienced dog owners who treated her with kindness and great care. I received frequent updates with photos and videos, along with helpful information about her behavior and daily routine, which gave me great peace of mind. Thank you both so much—Juneau is definitely looking forward to coming back!

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Evan D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
15 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Chevy Chase, MD, 20815

Evan was a great sitter for my older dog, Dempsey! He took great care of him and kept me informed of how he was doing. Evan has a genuine love for dogs and did a wonderful job!

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Catheryn P.
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Sush S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
120 reviews
49 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Falls church, VA, 22043

Sush took very good care of my mini poo Wesley. She responded quickly and sent many photos of him during my time away. I felt at peace leaving him with her.

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Kevin B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22043

Kevin and his family is such a great support system for our family and with supporting our dog Dexter. He gives lots of updates and it’s clear our dog is very well cared for.

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Jorge & Alejandra O.
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$46
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Fairfax, VA, 22031

Jorge and Alejandra were amazing sitters! They sent us some wonderful pictures of our dog and were great at communicating. Very flexible and accommodating when our travel plans changed. Would highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shanilka K.
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Shanilka K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Chevy chase, MD, 20815

With a senior dog, we do get nervous about leaving mango new places. I would say within five minutes of the meet and greet it was clear that Shanilka and her husband would be taking great care of him. They asked all the right questions and during our stay sent regular updates to make sure we knew he was in good hands. Would definitely use again!

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Andy G.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
293 reviews
168 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Bethesda, MD, 20816

Andy was great with my dog! He always sent me photos and pickup/drop off was easy. When I picked my dog up, he didn’t want to leave! It was nice to know that he was in good hands while I was gone.

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Elizabeth E.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22043

Elizabeth is a dog whisperer! Caring for a senior dog requires patience, knowledge, and genuine compassion—and that’s exactly what we found in Elizabeth. Our senior dog requires a slower pace, and a lot of gentle reassurance. Every detail was handled thoughtfully, from maintaining her routine to making sure she was comfortable and relaxed. We received regular updates, photos, and videos, which gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. Elizabeth is a godsend!

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Jose Luis C.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Falls Church, VA, 22043

José was very careful to make sure he learned what Hazel liked and needed. He and his family provided a very calm and loving home for my anxious dog. The stay worked out well.

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Nicole R.
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$48
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30 years of experience
McLean, VA, 22101

About: I have spent the majority of my life with dogs, and I have the most experience with German Shepherds and terriers. I feel at ease with both large and small dogs. I enjoy hiking and taking backcountry walks around Great Falls with my furry friends. Even though I'm not certified, I feel that I'm successful at obedience and am mindful of all the hand and verbal cues. I am currently not working (federal contractor) so I am available all day for potty breaks and walks! I live with in walking distance to Pimmit Run Trail as well as a short drive to Great Falls. I enjoy long exploratory walks along the river with my puppies. I have a 6ft fenced yard and two energetic teenage boys that are also available for walks and ball tossing to keep even the most energetic pup nice and tired.

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Youyou W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
11 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Tysons, VA, 22102

About: I offer a calm, attentive, and personalized care experience for both cats and dogs in the Tysons, McLean, and Great Falls area. With over 6 years of combined experience, I take time to understand each pet’s rhythm — from gentle brushing and quiet companionship to playful moments and frequent photo updates. My goal is to make them feel safe, loved, and at home while you’re away. I work from home, so I have plenty of time during the week to care for your pets and give them lots of love and attention. On weekends, I love being outdoors—if your dog enjoys adventures, I’d be happy to bring them along for some fun and fresh air! When caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow their routine closely, keep the environment safe and clean, and treat your space with care. I provide regular photo updates so you always feel connected. I occasionally offer boarding at my home for small dogs and cats who can peacefully coexist with my friendly resident cat. I do slow, careful introductions to ensure a stress-free stay. Please note that I do not board large dogs.

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Christine J.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
317 reviews
117 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Arlington Forest, Arlington, VA, 22204

Christine took such good care of my dog. I was an anxious first-time owner, but she sent lots of photos and updates and it clear my dog was being well cared for. Definitely recommend!

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Rebecca C.
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Erin F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
40 repeat clients
39 years of experience
Cleveland Park, Washington, DC, 20016

Maci loved spending time with Erin and her godson!! Erin treated Maci just like she would her own dog. Thank you, Erin! We hope to use your services in the future!

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lina h.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
220 reviews
109 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Potomac, MD, 20854

I was nervous to leave my dog Archie with a sitter for the first time, but it went wonderfully! Lina and her family spoiled Archie with lots of treats and time in the yard, and I got lots of photo updates. He's already looking forward to his next stay! ❤️🐶

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Sitter Profile Image: Rae L.
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Rae L.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
McLean, VA, 22101

Rae was amazing with Molly, our senior beagle. Molly decided to be a complete diva and also got sick while boarding. Rae went above and beyond to take care of her and keep us informed of how Molly was doing. Would 100% recommend.

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John A.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
10 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Fairfax, VA, 22031

We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for Leo! John was absolutely amazing — from the very start he was super responsive and so kind. Leo can be picky about rain, lazy when it’s hot, and a little particular about his eating (clean dish every time!), but John handled everything so wonderfully. He made sure Leo got his walks (adjusting for weather!), gave him all the love, and kept us constantly updated with sweet photos and notes that really gave us peace of mind while we traveled. Coming home to such a happy and relaxed pup says it all. Truly grateful for the care, attention, and thoughtfulness John showed. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone to love their pup like family!

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Sitter Profile Image: Byamba C.
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Byamba C.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
McLean, VA, 22101

Byamba and family did a great job watching Banjo for us, communicating throughout his stay, and sending us pictures daily. We appreciate them helping us in a quick bind! They were very kind, walked Banjo twice a day, and spoiled him!

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Shizuka S.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
13 repeat clients
5 years of experience
McLean, VA, 22101

Shikuza took great care of our large dog Ellie. She has a large fenced in yard and walked our dog regularly. She followed our instruction to the letter, and we got lots of pictures and videos during the stay that showed Ellie was happy and well taken care of. We strongly recommend Shikuza and will definitely use her again.

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Brianne B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
108 reviews
49 repeat clients
41 years of experience
Barnaby Woods, Washington, DC, 20015

Brianne took such good care of our Bean. Bean is very shy at first in new environments, but Brianne made sure to make her feel comfortable and safe. She kept us updated with pictures every day. We will definitely be using her again in the future!

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Kevin was a great sitter. Gemma really enjoyed her walks and playing with the ball. He provided plenty of updates. Would book again.

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Casey P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Silas had a wonderful lengthy 9 day stay with Loreen! She was very attentive to all of Silas’ needs and many medications. Her daily updates are unparalleled! Daily videos and pictures really made me feel like I was really kept in the loop on his care. She also has the sweetest kiddos who really enjoyed playing with Si, which is so lovely because Silas loves kids! I would 100% book again and recommend Loreen to anyone looking for exceptional care for their babies!! 🫶

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Hayley Y.
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An amazing sitter experience! My pup always comes back refreshed and so happy. Can’t wait to book with them again😊

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Jasmyn B.
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Our dog absolutely loved his time with Yiting and Robert! They sent us so many pictures and videos throughout his stay and clearly took such good care of him. He got tons of playtime, a trip to the park, lots of pampering, and came home so happy and tired. Highly, highly recommend!

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Jenna
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Our two dogs had an excellent stay with Byamba and his family. They seemed very happy, thoroughly enjoyed his home's yard, and we recieved daily pictures which was much appreciated!

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Alexis S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Yasmine was so caring and being able to meet before hand made me more comfortable to drop off our doggy. Our dog came home so excited and happy from a great weekend with Yasmine.

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Joshua P.
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Sush was fantastic in every way. She is caring and reliable We used her for the first time and will hire her again without question.

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Eileen O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ji young is very warm and caring person. She is so kind, I’m so glad that I found her. I would definitely bring my dog back to her again. She updated me with pictures everyday. My dog had a wonderful time at her place.

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Shawn K.
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Jose took wonderful care of our dog. He sent photos each day and made sure she got walks, even on a rainy weekend. We would definitely book with him again.

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Christina C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jason and Becky Z did a fantastic job taking care of our yellow lab. They made sure she acclimated well into their existing dog pack, took her on lots of walks, and kept her happy and at ease during her stay. They sent lots of updates and pictures so we knew how our girl was doing. We could see how right at home she was! We would definitely send her back to stay with Jason and Becky Z again!

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Sarah S.
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Our pups were very happy and tired after their stay with Jie! We appreciated the pictures and updates.

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Pilar & Barbara M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shirley watched my dog over a holiday weekend and she was amazing! I was so worried because I had never left my dog with anyone else before. But she was very caring towards my dog and made her feel comfortable. She took my dog outside several times a day. She also constantly sent me update photos which I loved! I'm so glad to have found her.

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Tara Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rae was amazing with Molly, our senior beagle. Molly decided to be a complete diva and also got sick while boarding. Rae went above and beyond to take care of her and keep us informed of how Molly was doing. Would 100% recommend.

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Lance K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Aster always loves his stays with Jessi! He was tugging on the leash to see her. She even made sure to take him out before we picked him up to make the ride home in the car easier.

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Tamara D.
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Wonderful stay for our Rosie!!! Shizuka was attentive, caring and sent tons of updates. Definitely will be using again. 10/10 stay

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Tessa U.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Harley was so happy to go back to Jennifer and her wonderful family for a long weekend. He gets showered with love by Jennifer, her sweet daughter Ramsey, and Grandmom Anne! I’m so happy he gets a happy easy-going doggy friend in Khali, and experience with Pursey the cat. It’s so nice knowing that he is so beautifully cared for. Jennifer was extra kind this time, giving him medicine and more walks since he couldn’t run around her spacious front yard due to a healing injury. We love getting updates and adorable pictures throughout his time there. I’m not sure Harley really wanted to leave!

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Alexa A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kerstyn was so fantastic with Josie! She provided regular updates and sent photos of Josie looking perfectly content. 😌 I would trust Kerstyn to take care of Josie again, she’s so friendly and responsible.

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Melanie V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ellie took wonderful care of my little Bella. I had such peace of mind knowing that my geriatric dog was being pampered and loved every second that I was away, with lots of photos to prove it. She even made homemade snacks for Bella in line with her preferred diet!

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Nicolette W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This was our first time leaving our pup overnight with someone since we adopted him. As you can imagine, we were a nervous wreck🤣 Allison and her husband were amazing with Jax though. She kept us updated on how he was doing, sent the cutest photos, and honestly, I’m not sure he even missed us😂 He’s already looking forward to his next booking with Allison, and we’ll be able to enjoy our trip knowing he’s going to be in great hands. Thanks Allison!

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Randi Y.
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Grace is amazing! Super loving and sends some of the best communication and pictures throughout the stay.

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Michelle M.
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As of Jun 2026, 7,222 sitters provided dog boarding in McLean. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

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Sitters who provide dog boarding in McLean have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in McLean.

Rover makes it easy to find McLean dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:

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There are 7,222 dog boarding sitters in McLean on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In McLean, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 86% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

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