House Sitting Merrimac

“Avery responded to my booking request very quickly and we arranged for a meet and greet. She stayed with my four dogs, which included a 7 month old puppy who had surgery and needed to be confined. Since she has worked in a vet’s office, I felt very comfortable with her taking care of him during his recovery. Avery was very flexible, communicated well and the dogs were all happy when I returned. I would not hesitate to book Avery again. I am glad she will be in the area for a few more years.”

Becky S.

“Great job, our dog loved McCall immediately. She has worked for Veterinarians in past. She will start graduate school at VT Veterinary School soon”

Ken H.

“Sophia went above and beyond while providing care to our three pups! We have two miniature dachshunds and a large mutt, she cared for them in our home for six nights and seven days. She visited them multiple times a day, fed them, walked them, and treated them like her own. She made us feel at ease while being away, she sent us multiple photos daily of our pups having so much fun! When we came home to a tidy house and the pups were well taken care of. 10/10 we will absolutely be booking her again and recommend her to others as well!”

Kelby B.

About: I’ve cared for cats, dogs, and chickens my whole life and currently share my home with three cats, so multi-pet households and juggling different feeding routines are second nature to me. I’m comfortable with everything from energetic puppies and kittens to anxious or reactive pets who need a calm, patient presence and a little extra trust-building. I also volunteer at my local animal nonprofit so caring for animals is a real part of my life. Whether it’s house sitting, drop-in visits, or dog walks, I follow your pet’s routine closely and send photo updates so you can relax while you’re away. I work a standard 9–5 on weekdays, so I’m available for morning, evening, and overnight visits during the week, plus weekends. There could be exceptions that come up, but I’ll always confirm timing in advance and stick closely to your pet’s usual feeding and walk schedule. Since I care for pets in your home, I treat your space with respect and follow your instructions to the letter. I keep doors and gates secured, always leash dogs before heading out, and stay alert to each pet’s comfort and body language. I lock up when I leave and send photo updates so you know everyone’s safe and happy.

“Catherine was such a huge help watching Kai while we took a day trip to shop for our new house. Sure took a load off my mind.”

Brian J.

“Savanna was amazing!!! Took great care of my dog as well as my guinea pigs. She also left my house clean and the way I left it!!! Will book with her again!!”

Abigail M.

“Our dogs were well taken care of and the instructions were followed. Amanda made sure to keep us updated throughout our trip, and gave us a huge peace of mind! We definitely recommend and will continue to have her over to watch them.”

Bailey R.

“Amelia was great with our gang of three. She was spot on with the notes we left for her, as my in-laws were also very impressed with her. She sent us pictures of them, as we felt comfortable being away those days. When we returned home, everything was nice and neat. There was no panic with the dog and cats, as we usually return home to find fiber lost from their coats. So, they must have been comfortable with them as well. We do know the night we came home; they kept looking at the front door to see if she was returning, again. We look forward to her home services again in the near future. Yes, we would recommend her.”

Edward G.

“Justice was absolutely fabulous with our two dogs and cat. We know that she took great care of them because when we returned from our trip, they were relaxed and happy. She sent us some pictures and answered every time I sent a message. We would recommend her wholeheartedly.”

Suzanne D.

“Anisa was absolutely fantastic as a house/dog sitter! She really went above and beyond, walking Mo multiple times a day (not requested, but much appreciated!), sending cute photos and updates, and checking on our snake. When I returned , the house was spotless and Mo was looking for her instead of me! I will definitely be trying to book Anisa again!”

Amy M.

“Nancye made Frankie her number one priority and did everything in her power to make sure Frankie was happy and healthy while we were away!”

Alyssa W.

“Claire did a great job with our animals and was very accommodating when we had a last minute AC failure and could only provide one window ac unit.”

Mateo C.

“Amari was a wonderful house sitter for our two pugs! She was happy to do a meet-and-greet and came prepared with questions to make sure she knew exactly how to care for our dogs and to learn about their quirks. A quick walk with our dogs was all it took for them to get excited to hang out with Amari! During the long weekend, she kept us updated with pictures and messages and our dogs felt right at home with her. We are so thankful to have found Amari and will definitely ask her to care for our dogs again!”

Laura K.

About: I have had experience caring for dogs of all ages breeds, and sizes (7lbs through 110+lbs). I will make sure to tailor my care to your dog’s temperament and abilities! All dogs are unique and lovable. I will also make sure you get lots of updates and photos while you are away. As a side note, I prefer to go by my middle name, which is Cleo. I have a very flexible schedule and can be available most weekends, I am also a Blacksburg local so I am available to pet sit on academic breaks! I am unable to have pets in my home as it is not a pet friendly apartment. I am comfortable with housesitting for a cat or a dog that does not have serious behavioral issues.

“Brandon took great care of all of our critters. Even dealt with a bout of diarrhea that one dog had- problem solved and got everything taken care of. Thank you!”

Kristina T.

“She was great! The dogs were happy and well cared for! She was flexible around my schedule also.”

Jennifer B.

About: I’ve take care of dogs for over a decade. My personal experience is in senior dogs and those with basic medications, or pets who are just a little more nervous than others. In the last 3 years I’ve gained experience wi the indoor only and indoor/outdoor cat care. My goal is to make your dog as comfortable as possible. I currently work full time 3 days a week and one day over the weekend. On weekends, your pup would be able to come with me to work. During the week, I would check in on them for an hour during lunch time to walk, feed, and love on. On days I work, I am gone for around 6 hours at a time. Staying at your pets home helps to ensure they feel as comfortable as possible. I try to stick as close to their routine as I can while also making sure we get quality time together (if that’s something they would want).

“Brooke did an amazing job taking care of my dog and house sitting for me! This is the first time I have used Rover. My dog is an 11 year old "only dog" and can be a finicky around new people in the home. When I returned after 3.5 days away my flat was in great condition and Jordy was in great spirits! Not nervous, fearful, overly panting or any of the other signs that he had experienced any kind of distress. This is what I wanted. Someone I could trust with my dog and my home. Also loved the pics she sent of their walks! 10/10 would recommend Brooke to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, animal-friendly with a calm and happy energy for your pet/s.”

Annie H.

“Heather was wonderful with Dakoda and Callie! She took great care of our dogs, was respectful of our home, and was super responsive whenever we checked in. She was a pleasure to work with, and we will definitely be booking again!”

Michelle S.

About: I have cared for my two 9-year old dogs since they were only a couple months old, so I’m comfortable with every stage from wild puppy energy to the slower, gentler needs of senior dogs. Over the years, I’ve handled sickness, medications, picky eating, and even giving IV fluids, so when it comes to pets who need more attention or special care, I am calm, confident, and capable. I also genuinely love getting outdoors and going on long walks, so active pets will get plenty of exercise and fresh air. My dogs mean the world to me, and I will 100% bring that same patient, loving, reliable energy to every pet I look after. You won't ever have to doubt that your animals will be treated with all the affection, consistency, and comfort they deserve. Pet care fits easily into my weekly routine. I only have classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and I don’t work another job, so I’m fully available on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and weekends. That means I have plenty of time and flexibility to give your pets all the attention, walks, and care they need. When I’m caring for pets in a client’s home, I’m more than happy to spend the whole day with them. I’m fully available most days and can even do my online classes from your home so your pet has company, comfort, and consistency. I love taking dogs on long walks, keeping them active, and giving them plenty of attention throughout the day. I can also stay overnight if needed. I’m big on keeping each pet’s routine exactly the same. Same feeding schedule, same walk times, same habits they’re used to. I’m very detail‑oriented and great at following instructions, especially since I’ve handled everything from puppy care to senior needs, medications, picky eating, and even IV fluids with my own dogs. Your pet will get steady, loving care and feel completely safe with me.