Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Mechanicsville
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“My cats absolutely adored Maximilian! I really appreciated all of the photos and the very detailed care report. I looked forward to reading them after every visit. My cats were given top notch care and concern. Max is a pro - my cats can sometimes take a second to want to play with someone new but they warmed up immediately.”


“Cabby was absolutely amazing! From the very beginning, she communicated effectively and consistently, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. My dog loved her, and it was clear from every update that he felt comfortable, cared for, and happy in her presence. Her visit notes were thoughtful and detailed, and the pictures she sent were truly the highlight of my day. I looked forward to every update because I could see how well my dog was doing and how much care she put into each visit. Cabby is truly a dog whisperer. She was attentive, reliable, kind, and so easy to work with. I am incredibly grateful for the care she provided and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and loving to care for their pet.”

“Lauren was absolutely amazing taking care of our cats while we were away. She kept us consistently updated with messages, photos, and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was clear she really took the time to get to know each of them. Our more social cat warmed up to her right away, and even our shy one started to come around by the end. She went above and beyond with little things like leaving treats, checking all feeders and bowls, and making sure everything in the house was in great shape. She was also super communicative and flexible with timing, which we really appreciated. You can tell she genuinely cares about animals and treats them like her own. We fully trust her and will absolutely be using her again. Highly recommend!”

“Vivian always takes such great care of our two cats! She is very thorough and always makes sure they are doing well. It gives us so much peace of mind to know that she is stopping in to care for them!”

“Julia was so wonderful! She communicated clearly, spent time with our babies, and was so wonderful to keep us updated while we were out of town. We are grateful!”

“Melissa was really great and communicative. This was my first time getting a sitter, and she was extremely patient, answering any concerns I had. She went above and beyond for my cat, helping her feel less lonely, cleaning her area, and refilling necessities. I will definitely book again when I go out of town!”

“Thank you for being so wonderful with my baby he loves you and usually does not even come out of the closet for people. It makes my travel so much easier to know you are around.”

About: I'm a queer animal lover committed to putting your pet at ease. I have experience primarily with small to medium sized dogs, and love working with senior dogs who need a little extra time and care. I'm also a proud rat owner and am happy to provide care for small animals (rats, gerbils, etc). Please reach out for cat care if you need small animal care and we'll discus :) I make my own schedule, so I have flexibility in caring for your pet during the week and weekend. So long as I have enough notice, I'm happy to help you care for your pet. I strive to create a relaxing and enriching environment for your pet. I require an in person meet and greet with your pet to make sure we're a good match before any boarding service is provided. I also provide text updates and pictures during the boarding period as I know you miss your baby and want to ensure everything is going smoothly.
“Yvonne has done a couple drop ins for my puppy and she is great. She was happy to meet before our first visit which gave me peace of mind. Yvonne is very prompt with visits and sends lots of photos. Highly recommend!”

“Jill was great! I had last minute business trip and she was professional and accommodating. My cat just had surgery and needed some serious tlc. She was able to administer the medication no problem and my cat acclimated to her caring personality. Made me feel great that my pet was in good hands 😊”

“Desiree was so helpful in watching our dogs! We haven’t had anyone dog sit at home before and she made us feel completely comfortable and constantly updated us on how the dogs were doing and sent pictures!”

“Ally was fabulous with our three cats - she took great care of them and communicated everything clearly with us. She wasn't fazed by their medication needs and kept us in the loop about everything. We will definitely hire her again!”

“Danelle is great with posie and i really appreciate her detailed updates. The way she describes my dog lets me know she’s observant and specific because every time i read the update i’m thinking ‘yep. sounds like posie!’ Thanks so much!”

“Morgan is awesome! Duncan loved her. And I even received pics. Very prompt in all her communication. We were on a tight schedule and she even arrived early. I had total peace of mind he was in the best hands.”

“Emma did an amazing job this weekend! She took very very good care of my boys. She had excellent communication throughout, sent adorable photos, and kept me updated. I really appreciated her letting me know about a small issue in the house—she handled it professionally and with care. Will definitely be hiring her again!”

“Audrey was great, looked after our babies wonderfully, kept us updated every visit with notes and photos, even cleaned up a dead present brought in by one of our babies”

“I had to leave town unexpectedly and Michael was there to save the day! Max and Sadie seemed disappointed when I was the one that walked in the door when I returned home a couple of days later, lol. He was extremely communicative and he clearly loves animals and is great with them. I appreciated his thorough reports and great pics - it was great to have such peace of mind while I was away. I cannot recommend Michael enough and will definitely use him again!”

“Enakshi was incredible. I just moved to Atlanta and she went above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable leaving my boys. She was extremely thorough and gave them lots of love of care. Couldn’t recommend more!”

About: I’ve had dogs my whole life, so caring for them has always been second nature to me. I’ve looked after puppies, adult dogs, and senior dogs, and I’m comfortable with all the different personalities and energy levels that come with them. I also have experience giving oral medications and following specific care routines if your dog needs a little extra attention. Friends and family have always trusted me to watch their pets, and I treat every dog like they’re part of the family. My goal is to make sure your pup feels comfortable and loved while you’re away. I will always give you peace of mind with plenty of updates and photos if you want them! I’m currently in graduate school, but I have a pretty light course load and a flexible schedule. That gives me plenty of time during the week to fit in walks, drop-in visits, or overnight care. I also love getting outside and staying active, so spending time with dogs is something I genuinely enjoy and look forward to as part of my routine. I know every pet has their own routine and personality, so I do my best to keep things as consistent as possible while you’re away. I’m happy to follow any instructions you leave, whether that’s feeding schedules, walks, medications, crate time, or any special care your pet needs. I will always be respectful of your home and make sure your pet gets plenty of attention, exercise, and companionship. I always want both you and your pet to feel comfortable and at ease while you are away.
Mechanicsville pet parents share their Rover experiences
We had an amazing experience Kayla during the week she spent with our dogs, Cookie and Bella. From the moment we left, we felt completely at ease knowing our pups were in such caring and capable hands. She kept us updated with photos and messages, gave Cookie and Bella plenty of attention, exercise, and affection, and treated them like family. When we returned home, both dogs were happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Kayla to anyone looking for a trustworthy, loving dog sitter. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of Cookie and Bella!

Julianne was great! I had to find a drop in last minute because my usual dog sitter couldn’t board my dogs. She was so responsive and followed all the directions I gave her. I get super anxious about my dogs, but she definitely helped ease my mind. I would gladly book her again!

Robert has spent two days with my 10 week old puppy and she is already smitten. We were so lucky on day two for his girlfriend Alex to join in on the fun! I was very nervous the first day of Salsa being left home alone but Robert was so timely and took ample photos! He put me at such ease and for the first time in days Salsa slept all afternoon! I know it’s thanks to Robert playing hard with her that I was able to get some chores around the house done. I’m so happy we connected. Salsa is completely smitten! He works with my schedule and is super flexible and quick to respond to messages. I wouldn’t trust Salsa with anyone else!

Natali was so thoughtful and caring with my cat. She also made sure to coordinate meeting with me prior to the scheduled visits to ensure she fully understood the process of the particular medicine my cat needed. I really appreciated that and the consistent updates. Thank you Natali!!

Andrea stopped in and checked on my dogs while we were out of town for a day trip. It was so nice knowing they were in such great hands while we were out of the house all day. She was very communicative and sent pics of the girls and any questions she may have had.

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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 Mechanicsville.
Rover makes it easy to find Mechanicsville 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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