House Sitting in Merrifield
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Top rated Merrifield house sitters
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“Hired for house sitting. She kept me well informed (with pictures) and cared for my reactive pup with no judgement. I am a repeat customer, grateful to have my pup looked after by Han,”
“Anne was available over MLK weekend when my wife and I went to the hospital to deliver our daughter. It was such a stressful and fast moving weekend, and Anne was amazing throughout. She let us add in a day because we needed another day in the hospital. And she took fabulous care of our dog - Charlie and our cat Max. Anne even dealt with an alarm from one of the house systems. Anne is a fabulous sitter, and we always contact her first when we need someone.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“Elizabeth was absolutely fantastic. She communicated regularly and sent pictures often. She also went above and beyond cleaning up which was a nice surprise after a week of business travel. I would highly recommend her and will be reaching out again.”
About: I currently have an open schedule and can come walk and play with your dogs and cats as early or as late as you would like! I am flexible. I've just moved to Vienna, live alone, and have an open schedule. I am flexible and reliable, and would love to play with and care for your dogs and cats! I took care of up to 5 cats and 1 human, simultaneously, for 14 years. They received a lot of my love and attention. We spent lots of time in nature trails, our backyard, and on the couch. And now I'm happy to extend that to your dogs!
“Juan was ABSOUTLEY amazing! He went above and beyond to make sure my nephew Apollo’s was comfortable and loved. He also went even further resetting the whole house (cleaning dishes, comforter, etc.)! When ever Apollo is in VA I will always make sure I check if Juan is available first before looking for other sitters. Juan’s communication was also stellar! Sending pictures and constant contact which helped my anxiety tremendously. He followed my provided guide with flying colors and when Apollo got a little sick helped him back to perfect stool! Thank you so much Juan we really appreciate your care for animals and your attention to detail!”
“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.”
“Suzy was fantastic - provided ample updates/photos and did a great job with my dog. She was super communicative and I always felt in the loop with regards to walks, feeding, etc. Thank you Suzy!”
“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.”
“Seth provided excellent care for my older pup Riley making sure his meds were dispensed correctly. It was wonderful to go on a long weekend trip and have the peace of mind that my precious pup was taken care of and he was happy when I returned. Would highly recommend Seth !!!”
“She's amazing. Very punctual and professional. Got along great with my dog, and took excellent care of my pet and my living space (including some cleaning!) 10/10 couldn't recommend more strongly.”
“Leah took great care of our dogs in our home, was great with communication, and left the house so clean, like no one had been there. Our husky and bulldog were undoubtedly pains in various ways, but Leah handled them gracefully and we came home to relaxed and tired pups. Hopefully Leah is available next time we need to go out of town!”
“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.”
Over 140 pet parents in Merrifield have booked house sitting
Merrifield pet parents share their Rover experiences
Michael was the most incredible sitter. We can’t say enough how helpful, communicative, caring and thoughtful he was in his stay with our two pitties. We were gone for nearly two weeks and Anne had a bad rash appear when we were just losing cell connectivity for several days. Michael took her to our vet, helped us figure out how to cover the bill from across an ocean, kept us updated on her status and even gave her medicated baths to make sure she felt better. I am grateful that he was paying close enough attention to notice that she was unwell in the first place. On top of all of that, Michael shared copious photos and videos of two very happy dogs, sent us messages letting us know how they were doing, administered medication like a pro and left our house better than he found it. We will absolutely book Michael again next time we are out of town if he is available.
Trusting someone with your pets can be so stressful, but Lei makes it easy! She is communicative, dependable and very kind to our two boys (1 cat/1 dog). Lei sends pictures regularly and gives informative summaries of her walks/check ins, so we’re never in the dark. Totally recommend her for any walks or stays!
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!
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!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Merrifield is $50
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 10,040 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, 85% 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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