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Amanda A.

Star Sitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
145 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Amanda can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I am available for visits between 10 AM and 8 PM, but can be requested outside of those hours for an additional fee. Please note that I schedule visits within time blocks based on the needs of each home, rather than booking at a specific time, due to the routines of certain homes, the health of kitties, and the unexpected nature of professional pet care. Visits may occur up to two hours before or after the requested time. Please disclose if this will cause any issues and we can discuss it further.

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Amanda A.

Communication

48 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

4 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

You can rely on me to keep an eye out for any potential home- or kitty-related issues during the stay. You can also message me with any concerns at any time of day and I will respond as soon as I feasibly can. Trust with the cats is paramount to my approach, and skittish and spicy cats are my specialty!

Information Amanda A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know of any noteworthy medical and behavioral conditions & incidents, and if your cat has any meds that need to be given (and how they like to take them). Further, let me know if your babies are on timed meals, free fed, or use an auto-feeder so I can schedule things properly. Finally, please clarify what time of day the visit needs to take place and if you'd like a meet-and-greet.

A typical day

Visits include all the daily tasks—clean bowls & litter box, fresh food & water, and a quick home check for any hints of mischief. The rest of the time is up to the fuzzy overlords, whether they’re in the mood to play, hang out, or just exist in the same space together. After the visit, I'll send a Rover Card with a summary of the visit and some photos!

Location

Alexandria, VA

Amanda A.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Amanda A. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Cat-exclusive care you can count on

Pet care experience

Repeat clients, please note! I am making some rate changes! Similar to prior years, I am charging the holiday base rate for any booking requests made for December 14 to January 4. Please note that this is different from Rover's suggested holiday dates, so it's possible that your initial quote generated from Rover may be lower than usual and will be adjusted to a higher rate. I am also lowering my regular rate from $27/visit to $25/visit for any visits booked after October 15, 2025. Those locked into a lower rate won't see a change, and I've adjusted any pending or confirmed bookings after that date. My $35/visit holiday rate will be reduced after January 4, 2026 to $30/visit. I’m a care professional who specializes in whiskers and toebeans—I work only with cats! I started cat sitting in 2021 because I’m very particular about who takes care of my own fur babies, and I decided to be that trustworthy person for others. Now, I’m here to give you the same peace of mind I’d want for myself and my cats, and you can relax knowing they're in good hands. My kitties Frankie & Max are a motivation for nearly everything that I do, and I've studied feline behavior and enrichment for nearly a decade as I've sought to be the best cat mom that I can. With Max's high social needs, Frankie's spicy demeanor, and their combined health issues - you can always count on me to take your requests seriously, even when you feel they're silly or "too much."

Cat care experience

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Cat care you can count on

Amanda also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Michael B.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 25, 2026
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The. Absolute. Best.

Amy B.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 10, 2026
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A+++!!!! Always reliable, has excellent communication, and always takes great care of our kitties!!!!

Michael B.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 13, 2026
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The absolute bat of the best, no notes

Julie P.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 09, 2026
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Amanda is great with my 2 kitties! She always takes good care of them!

About Amanda A.

Communication

48 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

4 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

You can rely on me to keep an eye out for any potential home- or kitty-related issues during the stay. You can also message me with any concerns at any time of day and I will respond as soon as I feasibly can. Trust with the cats is paramount to my approach, and skittish and spicy cats are my specialty!

Information Amanda A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know of any noteworthy medical and behavioral conditions & incidents, and if your cat has any meds that need to be given (and how they like to take them). Further, let me know if your babies are on timed meals, free fed, or use an auto-feeder so I can schedule things properly. Finally, please clarify what time of day the visit needs to take place and if you'd like a meet-and-greet.

A typical day

Visits include all the daily tasks—clean bowls & litter box, fresh food & water, and a quick home check for any hints of mischief. The rest of the time is up to the fuzzy overlords, whether they’re in the mood to play, hang out, or just exist in the same space together. After the visit, I'll send a Rover Card with a summary of the visit and some photos!

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.
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Amanda A.

Star Sitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
145 reviews