House Sitting in Merrifield
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Top rated Merrifield house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Seth was fantastic with our dog, Nash. He was punctual, communicated with us as we arranged the house sitting, and truly went the extra mile. He spent extra time helping Nash calm down for bed and sent us a great photo update. When we got home, Nash was relaxed and happy. We will book with Seth again!”
“Orianna was wonderful. Tater Tot felt very comfortable with her. He ran to her when she came to the door. She stayed overnight at our house and was a model guest! She even offered to take the trash out with her. How thoughtful.”
“Anne couldn’t have been better! Caring for my dogs for 16 days & nights, Anne was the perfect match for Ronnie & Teddy. She was respectful of our property & neighborhood. She treated my dogs as if they were hers. Anne updated me daily with pictures of my pups, which was greatly appreciated. I could tell my dogs were so loved & cared for while I was away. I would highly recommend Anne to anyone who needs a loving, responsible pet sitter! Looking forward to booking her again!”
“We were grateful for Sophia to care for our home and pets. She did a great job and was very professional, and cared for everything well. We would recommend her and would work with her again.”
“Absolutely fabulous! She is an outstanding communicator, sent tons of pictures, and took great care of an old dog and a neurotic one. 10000% would recommend and use again! 💕”
“Alison is hands down our favorite sitter - what else can we say? She is so communicative, patient, and flexible! My cat Milo is always so calm and content when I return home, proving time and time again that Alison is attentive, caring, and puts my fur baby first! If you are anxious about leaving your pet, Alison is perfect - I always can enjoy my time away to the fullest knowing she is taking exceptional care of my cat and my home.”
“Makaylah is a natural with animals and was a lifesaver when I had to take an unexpected trip. My dogs can be a bit wild with new people, but she quickly put them (and me) at ease. She kept me updated with plenty of photos showing all the snuggles and fun, which gave me real peace of mind. I’d absolutely trust her with them again.”
About: Note: I live in downtown Baltimore but work in Arlington, VA so housesits in DC/Virginia are ideal. Hi! I’m Serena, a dependable and experienced pet sitter with over 10 years of experience caring for pets and homes. I grew up in a home full of cats and 1 dog and was a proud cat owner for many years. Since then, caring for other people’s pets has become something I truly enjoy. Friends, neighbors, and travelers regularly trust me to care for their pets while they’re away. I understand that pets are family, and I always work to make sure they feel comfortable, safe, and relaxed in their own environment. My clients often tell me they appreciate my communication while they’re away. I make sure to send regular updates, photos, and videos so you can see how your pets are doing and feel confident they’re in good hands. Outside of pet sitting, I’m an avid gardener with over 30 indoor plants and a vegetable garden. Because of this, I’m also very comfortable caring for plants and maintaining a home while you’re traveling. At the moment, I am available full-time some weekdays during the day as well as some weekends. Please send me your dates, and I will check my calendar. My Care Style My goal is to keep your pet’s routine as normal and stress-free as possible. During visits I focus on: • feeding and fresh water • litter box or bathroom breaks • playtime and attention • monitoring behavior and wellbeing • maintaining routines your pet is used to I’m also happy to help with small household tasks such as watering plants, bringing in mail, and keeping your home tidy while you’re away.
“Morgan was exactly the sitter our pups needed! We were able to go on our trip without any worries at all. Her updates were regular and showed what a great time they were having. One of our dogs is quite particular when it comes to sitters and they were fast friends. House was left spotless and all mail and packages were brought in. Could not recommend Morgan more!”
“Jennifer was fantastic! She went above and beyond with her communication and how she took care of Chase. I got constant updates and pictures. She was extremely attentive and took care of Chase like he was her own.”
“Kaylee helped out on short notice and was absolutely wonderful with oly. Extremely professional and left my apartment cleaner than she found it. Will absolutely book with her again.”
“Suzy was great as she was responsive, took great care of my dog, and sent us detailed updates. My dog is three and very high energy, and during Suzy’s visit my dog had a cone and required medicine. Suzy was really attentive and took extra steps to make sure he was comfortable. Would definitely recommend Suzy!”
“Katy was such a blessing! She cared for my older pups as if they were hers, administering meds and eye drops as required. Always a professional, she kept me informed throughout her stay. Highly recommend this sitter! Sincerely hope to reschedule her in the future.”
Over 1 pet parents in Merrifield have booked house sitting
Merrifield pet parents share their Rover experiences
Nadia is the best - she’s so good with our cat and dog, they absolutely love her and are more affectionate with her than most people we know! We also love that she takes great pictures and sends us updates, she’s a wonderful communicator and such a respectful house guest - we always come home to our place looking better than when we left! If you’re looking for a kind, caring, responsible pet sitter who is GREAT, with animals, book Nadia - we have multiple times and will continue to do so!
Han was, as usual, great with Baxter. She was even able to stay an extra night at the last minute when our return flight was cancelled which was an enormous relief to us at a very stressful time! She always communicates and sends pictures and Baxter seems relaxed when she’s here. Highly recommend.
Morgan was exactly the sitter our pups needed! We were able to go on our trip without any worries at all. Her updates were regular and showed what a great time they were having. One of our dogs is quite particular when it comes to sitters and they were fast friends. House was left spotless and all mail and packages were brought in. Could not recommend Morgan more!
Maria was so amazing with our babies! She was very communicative, timely, and attentive to their needs. She sent lots of pictures, and went above and beyond their basic needs. It was an added bonus that she’s a fellow VT Hokie! Highly recommend her if your pets need a sitter! 😊
Michael genuinely cares about dogs and making them feel comfortable and loved. Our dog Spencer can sometimes be a little shy at first, but he warmed up to Michael immediately, which says a lot. Throughout the stay, Michael kept us updated with photos, and it was obvious Spencer was having an amazing time. We had a flight delay, and Michael saved the day by staying an extra night, and sharing his schedule if we needed him even longer. When we arrived home, our house was clean and well taken care of. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing Spencer was in such capable and caring hands. We would absolutely trust Michael again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, kind, and attentive dog sitter!
The way I could not recommend Madilyn enough. She managed all 3 of our pups beautifully and always sent us pictures and updates while we were gone. She was so attentive and our dogs seemed so happy throughout her visit and when we got home. She is also amazing with big/high energy dogs. She also took great care of our home and made sure we came back to a clean place and happy pups. We will definitely be requesting her services again in the future.
Virginia was absolutely excellent with caring for my pups from start to finish. From the very beginning, her communication was outstanding. She kept me updated consistently without me ever having to ask for photos or videos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She was very attentive, professional, respectful, and clearly cared about my dogs’ comfort and well-being. I could tell my pups were happy, relaxed, and well cared for under her supervision. When I returned home, everything was left exactly as it was, which I truly appreciated. It’s refreshing to work with someone who is not only dependable and trustworthy, but also respectful of your home and space. Overall, this was a smooth and stress-free experience, and I have absolutely no complaints. Virginia made the entire process easy and reassuring. I would definitely use her services again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, caring, and professional pet care.
Morgan was an incredible sitter. She house sat for 11 days and communicated with me twice a day — completely unprompted — always sending thoughtful updates and photos that gave me real peace of mind while I was away. She kept both the house and the cats exceptionally clean, and her updates included exactly the kind of details I was hoping for as a pet owner. Morgan truly understands what owners need to feel comfortable being away from their pets: reassurance that they’re safe, healthy, loved, and genuinely being paid attention to. Because of her care and professionalism, I was actually able to relax and fully enjoy my time away knowing everything at home was in great hands. I honestly wish I could hire her full-time as my cat nanny — she’s fantastic.
Bahman was great with Xena and Bray. From the beginning call, he asked thorough questions to ensure he was a good fit with my dogs and knew everything he would need to do to care for them. He sent daily updates with photos to make sure I had peace of mind while on the road. Came home to a clean home and happy puppies. Thank you for taking such great care of them!
Sissi was great about helping us out at the last minute when my 99 year old mom had to stay in the hospital for another day. She was responsive, prompt, and flexible, as well did a great job with our beloved English Setter boy while we were at the hospital. Sissi is just a very kind, caring person too.
Josh cared for our two dogs and our cat while we were away for an extended weekend family event. We got regular updates with photos of the girls clearly enjoying themselves. We came home to happy pets who we could tell had been well cared for while we were gone. Will happily book again for future needs!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Merrifield is $50
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Sitters in Merrifield average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Merrifield on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 9,384 house sitters in Merrifield. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 84% of Merrifield house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Merrifield have an average of 13 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Merrifield.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Merrifield house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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