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Rachel D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
239 repeat clients
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Rachel D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
239 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $45 per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

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

Highlights

Rachel has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
16 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Full-Time Boarding & Day Care

Boarding & Daycare Information Pickup & Drop-Off Hours Monday–Friday 7:00–7:30 AM 1:00–2:00 PM 5:00–7:00 PM Saturday & Sunday 7:00–9:00 AM 2:00–3:00 PM If you are unable to make these timeframes, please book an additional night and pick up during the next available window. Late pickups may be available for an additional fee. Drop-off and pickup transportation may also be available depending on location. Daycare Hours Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM Weekend daycare is not available. About Our Home Hi, I’m Rachel! I’ve been caring for dogs for over 12 years and have had dogs my entire life. My family and I live in a single-family home in Nokesville, VA with a large fenced backyard for plenty of safe playtime. We do not currently have dogs of our own, so we love welcoming visiting pups into our home. Requirements Dogs must be friendly and comfortable around other dogs. Boarding is limited to dogs under 80 lbs. Care & Environment I am home full-time, allowing me to provide attentive care throughout the day based on each dog’s needs. Daily routines typically include: Morning and evening feedings Playtime and interaction throughout the day Evening walks Our home includes safety partitions and a large fenced yard to provide a safe and comfortable environment for dogs of all ages, including senior pets. Additional Notes I occasionally volunteer at my children’s schools and may be away for a few hours at a time during weekdays. Your dog’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Cat care experience

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I would love to care for your cat!

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

Qualifications

239 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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480 ratings
Cassandra S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 14, 2026

This was the first time my senior dog has gone to a professional sitter. Sif was taken care of and happy. Rachel was very easy to get a hold of and talk to. I would recommend her services anytime.

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Rob N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 01, 2026

Awesome. Will continue using Rachel to board my dogs!!

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Rob N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 31, 2026

Great as always!!

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Jennifer & Justin A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 21, 2026

Thank you for always taking amazing care of our Fiona! We appreciate you and your family, always ♥️

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Yvette B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 18, 2026

Rachel is the best we had an emergency and she was able to accommodate us

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Suzanne N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 01, 2026

Rachel is the best! Tired pups are the best pups and they and she always takes great care of them.

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Schedule

We care for your pet as closely as possible to their normal schedule. Please provide a "cheat sheet" for me of potty times and snack breaks.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We care for your pet as you do. For example, if you say that you do not want your pet to be on furniture we will keep your house rules at our home to make sure your pup does not regress.

A typical day

I have a large back yard that is fenced with hardware cloth to prevent any escapes. I allow the dogs to stay out as long as they like. All dogs must sleep inside. We do provide play toys and throw the ball with any pup that know how to play fetch and wants to play.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Rachel can host up to 6 pets per night
I would like to know the basics about your dogs schedule and anything that is special to your dog. For example, how do they let you know they need to go out? What time they eat, or if they are scared of certain household items? Where do they sleep? Most importantly please let me know your dogs separation anxiety level so we can make sure we are able to provide the best care.
These prices are for 1 dog.

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

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

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