Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Mount Vernon Square, Washington, D. C.
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“Layla did a great job watching Buddy while I was away. She was kind, reliable, and kept me updated throughout the stay, which I really appreciated. I’d definitely feel good about leaving him with her again. Thanks, Layla!”


“Would absolutely recommend Daniela!! Really appreciated her looking after the boss on such short notice. She was very responsive, and judging by the pictures she shared with me, the boss was happy with her too.”


“Ana was fantastic. She was flexible with my schedule, took lots of pictures of visits, appeared to give my kitties lots of love while I was out of town, and responded to messages super quickly. Will definitely book with Ana again.”


“Thomas was caring and attentive in his visit with our cat, it was great to know she was in good hands while we were away. He went above and beyond in communicating, sharing detailed notes from the visit, and also taking care around our home. I would highly recommend working with Thomas!”


“Jenna was absolutely amazing! I would ask her back to watch Wilbur again in a heartbeat. She was incredibly communicative throughout the entire time, giving me such peace of mind while I was away. It was clear she treated Wilbur with great care and affection, and I could tell he felt comfortable with her. She even went above and beyond by coming over ahead of time to meet him and ensure everything was seamless. I couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter—highly recommend Jenna to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and loving to care for their pet!”


“Callie kindly helped us out on short notice, to come keep Prissy company and let her out to use the bathroom, while I was away on a day trip. Prissy seemed comfortable around her and I came home to a happy dog!”


About: Hi my name is Henry! Admirer of all breeds! I have had a pet from a young age so you can say I've grown up with pets all my life. About me currently self employed(Rover) part time retail work from time to time but my passion is personal training and barbering. In my living space I have more than enough room to run around and play. Can't forget about those lounging spots under natural sunlight. About my Boston terrier Mojo: Mojo is eleven years old. Most friendliest over-energetic pup there is! Humans, other dogs, bunnies, birds, he's a fan of all! He would enjoy the company of your pup as I'm also preparing him for a second pup to join the family. Again, I offer walks of any time consumption. Dog boarding/Day care my home is only open to one other pet at a time since I'll be housing my own pet as well. House sitting for that low low I don't mind, necessary Drop-ins not a problem. Flexible on booking and cancellations. With a flexible work schedule and my form to commute around the city, which allows me to take multiple dog(s) walks a day when needed and keep them company for most of the day. In my living space I have more than enough room to run around and play(given play area) Balcony with fencing. Can't forget about those lounging spots under natural sunlight. Medication can be given or applied.

About: I’ve gained ample experience taking care of my two year old and five month goldendoodles since they were six week old. I also gained pet experience working at my local pet store, Loyal Companion and understand the varying needs of dogs. As I work from home, I ca provide around the clock care for your pup. I work from home full time. I can provide care to your pup around the clock. I have a pretty flexible work schedule and do not mind adjusting my schedule to meet the needs of all the pups I provide care for. I live in a one bed room apartment with ample space for indoor play. I have ample toys and beds around the home to keep fur babies comfy and entertained. My apartment is in close proximity to three different dog parks that your fur baby may enjoy.

“Meredith took care of my two kitties while I was away for work and did an excellent job! She made sure to play and hang with them, and also helped clean up several messes of one kitty in particular. She also made sure to troubleshoot my automatic feeder and made sure to give the boys extra food just in case, would recommend!”


“Mia always provides such loving care to our two kitties. We love working with her. She’s reliable, easy to communicate with and someone we highly recommend for pet care!”


“Reliable, fast responses, super friendly and helpful. Thanks to her I can travel comfortably knowing my cat is receiving care from someone trustworthy and kind.”


“John is awesome - we highly recommend him! He has exceptional communication and is very responsive before/during his visits. He is great with our pup who can be challenging with new people - he’s incredibly patient and knowledgeable about caring for dogs, including our very large puppy!”


“Nicholas was great with Ella - we came home to a happy cat. Nicholas was also really helpful when we realized we had given him the wrong key - he followed our instructions to access our back door and use our spare key and even made an extra trip to our house because of it. We will definitely hire Nicholas again!”


“Ana Maria watched my cat and did an amazing job. I can tell she is very knowledgeable of cat needs and behavior. Ana Maria is very responsive and sent me many updates on my cat’s progress. I felt at ease while on vacation for a week. Will use her again in the future and highly recommend!”


About: I am an animal loving grad student looking to care for some dogs and earn some money during my summer break! While I love my cat Winnie, I am looking to work with dogs again after caring for them both personally and professionally for over 5 years. I love tailoring each walk to the dog's personality, whether it is a relaxing stroll with an older dog or a playful run with an athletic puppy, I am always up for the challenge. Please feel to reach out with any questions! I am currently in grad school and have a flexible schedule over the summer. Once the semester starts, I will have consistent hours in the morning and late afternoons to provide pet care. Please reach out to confirm availability! I provide my cat with a clean and engaging environment to thrive in, and I would love to do the same for your pet as well. I am happy to assist with cleaning, waste management, and organizing to help each animal feel comfortable in their environment.

“Adrienne took great care of our cat while we were traveling for a week on vacation. We had such peace of mind being gone for so long knowing that our cat was in good hands.”


“Fourth or fifth time I’ve hired Armando and will absolutely do it again! He’s thoughtful, communicative, attentive, reliable, and goes above and beyond to take care of your fur baby. 1,000% recommend.”


About: 6 years of personal experience with an array of pets. My care is exceptional due to my profound love of fur and not so furry babies. I moved this January without my family fur baby and have all the time to take great care of yours! Currently just studying online and am home all the time. I don’t have a yard but I live less than a 1 min walk from Handley high school park which is HUGE and perfect for highly interactive walks!
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Leyla B.Star Sitter

“Layla did a great job watching Buddy while I was away. She was kind, reliable, and kept me updated throughout the stay, which I really appreciated. I’d definitely feel good about leaving him with her again. Thanks, Layla!”


Daniela B.Star Sitter

“Would absolutely recommend Daniela!! Really appreciated her looking after the boss on such short notice. She was very responsive, and judging by the pictures she shared with me, the boss was happy with her too.”


Ana V.Star Sitter

“Ana was fantastic. She was flexible with my schedule, took lots of pictures of visits, appeared to give my kitties lots of love while I was out of town, and responded to messages super quickly. Will definitely book with Ana again.”


Thomas W.Star Sitter

“Thomas was caring and attentive in his visit with our cat, it was great to know she was in good hands while we were away. He went above and beyond in communicating, sharing detailed notes from the visit, and also taking care around our home. I would highly recommend working with Thomas!”


Jenna & Matthew H.Star Sitter

“Jenna was absolutely amazing! I would ask her back to watch Wilbur again in a heartbeat. She was incredibly communicative throughout the entire time, giving me such peace of mind while I was away. It was clear she treated Wilbur with great care and affection, and I could tell he felt comfortable with her. She even went above and beyond by coming over ahead of time to meet him and ensure everything was seamless. I couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter—highly recommend Jenna to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and loving to care for their pet!”


Callen L.Star Sitter

“Callie kindly helped us out on short notice, to come keep Prissy company and let her out to use the bathroom, while I was away on a day trip. Prissy seemed comfortable around her and I came home to a happy dog!”


Henry S.
About: Hi my name is Henry! Admirer of all breeds! I have had a pet from a young age so you can say I've grown up with pets all my life. About me currently self employed(Rover) part time retail work from time to time but my passion is personal training and barbering. In my living space I have more than enough room to run around and play. Can't forget about those lounging spots under natural sunlight. About my Boston terrier Mojo: Mojo is eleven years old. Most friendliest over-energetic pup there is! Humans, other dogs, bunnies, birds, he's a fan of all! He would enjoy the company of your pup as I'm also preparing him for a second pup to join the family. Again, I offer walks of any time consumption. Dog boarding/Day care my home is only open to one other pet at a time since I'll be housing my own pet as well. House sitting for that low low I don't mind, necessary Drop-ins not a problem. Flexible on booking and cancellations. With a flexible work schedule and my form to commute around the city, which allows me to take multiple dog(s) walks a day when needed and keep them company for most of the day. In my living space I have more than enough room to run around and play(given play area) Balcony with fencing. Can't forget about those lounging spots under natural sunlight. Medication can be given or applied.


Shaela P.
About: I’ve gained ample experience taking care of my two year old and five month goldendoodles since they were six week old. I also gained pet experience working at my local pet store, Loyal Companion and understand the varying needs of dogs. As I work from home, I ca provide around the clock care for your pup. I work from home full time. I can provide care to your pup around the clock. I have a pretty flexible work schedule and do not mind adjusting my schedule to meet the needs of all the pups I provide care for. I live in a one bed room apartment with ample space for indoor play. I have ample toys and beds around the home to keep fur babies comfy and entertained. My apartment is in close proximity to three different dog parks that your fur baby may enjoy.


Meredith J.Star Sitter

“Meredith took care of my two kitties while I was away for work and did an excellent job! She made sure to play and hang with them, and also helped clean up several messes of one kitty in particular. She also made sure to troubleshoot my automatic feeder and made sure to give the boys extra food just in case, would recommend!”


Mia E.Star Sitter

“Mia always provides such loving care to our two kitties. We love working with her. She’s reliable, easy to communicate with and someone we highly recommend for pet care!”


Marissa S.

“Reliable, fast responses, super friendly and helpful. Thanks to her I can travel comfortably knowing my cat is receiving care from someone trustworthy and kind.”


John D.Star Sitter

“John is awesome - we highly recommend him! He has exceptional communication and is very responsive before/during his visits. He is great with our pup who can be challenging with new people - he’s incredibly patient and knowledgeable about caring for dogs, including our very large puppy!”


Kendall L.Star Sitter

“Kendall is fantastic!”


Nicholas & Larissa A.Star Sitter

“Nicholas was great with Ella - we came home to a happy cat. Nicholas was also really helpful when we realized we had given him the wrong key - he followed our instructions to access our back door and use our spare key and even made an extra trip to our house because of it. We will definitely hire Nicholas again!”


Gabi B.

“Gabi was very communicative and thorough, taking good care of my cat while I was away for a few days. I recommend her to others and work book again!”


Ana Maria M.Star Sitter

“Ana Maria watched my cat and did an amazing job. I can tell she is very knowledgeable of cat needs and behavior. Ana Maria is very responsive and sent me many updates on my cat’s progress. I felt at ease while on vacation for a week. Will use her again in the future and highly recommend!”


Nicole H.
“Nicole takes such amazing care of my two rabbits while I’m out of town. She made sure they were fed, had fresh water, took their tablets, and even played with them. I felt totally comfortable knowing they were in such loving care. Highly recommend her!”


Adrienne M.Star Sitter

“Adrienne took great care of our cat while we were traveling for a week on vacation. We had such peace of mind being gone for so long knowing that our cat was in good hands.”


Armando S.


“Fourth or fifth time I’ve hired Armando and will absolutely do it again! He’s thoughtful, communicative, attentive, reliable, and goes above and beyond to take care of your fur baby. 1,000% recommend.”


Lesly M.
About: 6 years of personal experience with an array of pets. My care is exceptional due to my profound love of fur and not so furry babies. I moved this January without my family fur baby and have all the time to take great care of yours! Currently just studying online and am home all the time. I don’t have a yard but I live less than a 1 min walk from Handley high school park which is HUGE and perfect for highly interactive walks!
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Mount Vernon Square.
Rover makes it easy to find Mount Vernon Square pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
