House Sitting in Newport News
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Madi was absolutely amazing! Great communication and sent pictures the whole time. Very sweet and took great care of my babies. I will definitely be booking with her again.”

“Anna Mei, was great and communication, scheduling, and keeping us a ease. We have never left our fur babies alone and they can hanve an attttittttude!!!! She was able to handle all of their boycotting, rebellion antics, and corks when we were away. We will be booking her, if she let's us. She was great. 😃”

“Wow! Jordyn was an amazing pet sitter. She did a great job taking care of are of bronco I think he wasn’t even happy to see us when we came home!! I will def be rebooking with her again. Great all around!”

“It was our first time using a dog sitting service and Leah exceeded all our expectations! She is very friendly and our pets loved being with her while we were away. She was quick to communicate any questions we had and sent us pictures and videos of our babies in her care each day. Would highly recommend her for anyone's pets!”

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of every kind since I was 10 I have experience from working in shelters and personal experience. I am comfortable with all breeds and sizes I can also bathe, walk, feed and administer medicine if necessary for your fur baby. I love dogs and I will treat yours like my very own I am a nanny 5 days a week 8am to 5pm. My husband is at home by 4. We have two cats in the home I will make sure your dog is exercised and well fed before I depart I also can furfill any special request you might have for your pet like bathing/grooming.
“Emmanuel was an amazing pet sitter! He watched my 5 fur babies while I was gone for a week and they got along with him so well! He was very attentive to my fur babies and he enjoyed time spent with them! He treated them like they were his own. He was very communicative, providing me daily updates with adorable pictures and videos! He even got my antisocial cat to warm up to him and interact with him, which was a 1st! He also did a great job keeping the place clean while caring for the fur babies. I feel like my pets definitely lucked out with having an amazing sitter and new friend! I would highly recommend booking Emmanuel as your next pet sitter!”

About: I signed up to help others care for their pets because I use Rover as well. Having a trusted individual available to care for our furry friends is important. I provide excellent pet care service for others. I will inquire about your pet’s personality, special needs, likes and dislikes. I will professionally communicate with you, treat your pet with great care, and your property with respect if welcomed into your home. Thanks for considering my services, I look forward to hearing from you. Here to help. I am employed full time. Any assistance I would be able to provide would be early morning, late evening during the weekdays, and much greater flexibility on the weekend. I will care for your pets and be respectful to your home. For me that begins with good communication between you and me. Setting clear expectations between us and getting to know your pets as best as possible before the first visit.
“Cassandra took amazing care of our pup, she kept us up-to-date, and made us feel comfortable knowing that our dog was in the best of hands while we were out of town!”

“Halley was awesome! Super responsive and very kind. She treated our house with respect and our little beagle was a happy fella when we got home! Hoping to stay in touch with Halley for our dog sitting!”

“Kim has been amazing throughout my time away from my dogs. Kept them on their schedule, made adjustments when my travel plans unfortunately got changed. I will definitely be rebooking with her in the future.”

About: I’ve had pets my entire life and caring for animals comes naturally to me. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, I’ve helped raise puppies, supported senior dogs, and provided daily care for pets of all kinds. Whether it’s feeding, walking, training, or just giving them the love they need, I treat every animal like they’re my own. Friends, family, and neighbors have always trusted me to look after their pets, and it brings me so much joy to keep them happy, safe, and healthy! Ive been a stay at home mom for about 6 years now so I have plenty of time! I’m available for drop-ins, daycare for the day, boarding, and cuddles on weekends and weekdays. Whether your fur baby needs mid-day playtime or dinner served with a side of affection, I’ve got it covered! Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priority. I have a fully fenced yard for secure outdoor play, a friendly and well-behaved dog who enjoys having company. If your pet prefers their own space, I’m happy to separate or crate as needed. I provide a calm, clean, and loving home where every animal is treated like family — whether they’re here for a quick visit or an extended stay.
“Jennerifer was 20/10. We were struggling to find someone who would stay at our house and hang out with our kids. From the moment we met Jennifer she was so kind, professional, organized, and clearly loved animals. Her communication was phenomenal from the meet and greet to the moment we came home. I cannot recommend Jennifer enough. We will 1,000% be asking her to come back in the future!”

About: I've been involved with dogs for well over 25 years. We first owned a Greyhound for 12-ish years. After that, I volunteered at our local SPCA, providing dogs that were waiting for adoption walks and socialization. Later, I became a foster parent for a Working-Dog training school. As a semi-retired person, I have plenty of time to watch, walk, and play with your loved-one. Let me know if there are specific skills that you wish me to reinforce, or activities that you wish me to do. I will abide by all rules of a clients home and walk/play on a schedule that you set. I can also pick up the mail and bring it in/place it where is goes.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was very young. I love all breeds of dogs and I also have trained 2 of my own dogs for obedience and hunting competitions. I enjoy every minute I get to spend with these awesome pets! I am currently going to school part-time to be a nurse so I have plenty of time to care for your pets! Currently my school is online for the summer so your pet will have my full attention!! My home has a 1 acre backyard so plenty of space for your pet to play if you want them to come to my house! I have 2 friendly labs that would love to make friends or if your pet likes one-on-one time, my dogs can stay home and I can come to you!

About: I am a licensed attorney by day and lifelong animal lover at heart. I currently work remotely with a flexible schedule while spending time in Virginia helping and supporting my mother as she approaches retirement. My flexibility allows me to provide attentive, reliable care for pets throughout the day, evenings, and overnight stays. I began my own small dog-walking business in San Francisco while I was in college and later worked through Rover walking large-breed dogs and cat-sitting while studying for the California Bar Exam and working as a paralegal. I am comfortable with both small and large dogs, but I especially love giant breeds like Great Danes. I also adore cats and currently have my own beloved cat, DJ Mustard, who has made me even more attentive to feline personalities, routines, and comfort. Animals have always brought joy and grounding to my life. I believe pets deserve patient, loving, observant care and that owners should feel completely comfortable while away from home. I am calm, responsible, communicative, and genuinely enjoy getting to know each animal’s unique personality and routines. For overnight stays, I also offer optional extras at a bargain cost including homemade pet treats from recipes I have developed myself as well as seasonal or holiday-themed pet portraits and photos. I offer discounts for teachers and service members in honor of my mother, who is a teacher, and my grandfather, who served in the United States Navy. Whether your pet needs companionship, playtime, medication, overnight comfort, or simply someone dependable and kind, I would love the opportunity to care for them. As a remote professional with a flexible schedule, pet care naturally fits into my daily routine through walks, feeding, playtime, companionship, overnight care, and check-ins. Licensed attorney with extensive background checks who provides attentive in-home pet care, including walks, feeding, playtime, cleaning, companionship, overnight support, and thoughtful communication updates.
“We had the pleasure of working with Kayden, who cared for our four dogs while we were away, and we couldn’t be more impressed with the level of care and professionalism provided. Managing multiple pets is no small task, but she handled it with ease, attention to detail, and genuine affection for each of our dogs. Communication was excellent throughout the entire stay. Kayden provided regular updates, photos, and promptly addressed any questions or concerns. It was clear from the start that she took the responsibility seriously and had a true love for animals. Our dogs were happy, well-exercised, and relaxed upon our return — a testament to the calm and caring environment Kayden created for them. We highly recommend her to anyone in need of a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter, especially for households with multiple pets. We will absolutely be booking Kayden again in the future!”
About: I have taken care of my family members. dog when I was 19 years old. I have also taken good care of both of my cats when i was 9 years old and help the mother of the kittens through her pregnancy at age 9 years old. I am very responsible in and taken care of your cute fuzzy babies I would be glad to have them. and I also have a pet bunny that is my baby that I am carrying for right now. I'm currently working part-time. I will have a lot of time to get to know them and build a great relationship with your wonderful babies that you love so much I would inform you that your babies are in good hands. I have an unfenced yard. I would take your dog or cat for walks and pick different spots to walk every week I have them so they can get a good experience with me. also, I would play with them have fun take them out on wonderful nature adventure walks. build a very loving respectful relationship even train them a bit.
Over 819 pet parents in Newport News have booked house sitting
Newport News pet parents share their Rover experiences
Anna was amazing with our dog Minnie! Minnie gets very anxious around new people and can be a little dramatic at first, but Anna handled her so patiently and thoughtfully. She kept checking in, sent updates and pictures, and made sure Minnie was comfortable the whole time (even during a storm when she was extra clingy). I really appreciated how attentive she was — she even double-checked with me when Minnie was acting nervous just to make sure nothing was wrong. That meant a lot. By the end of the stay Minnie had totally warmed up to her 😊 Anna also went above and beyond by helping tidy up before she left and keeping me updated the entire time. I would absolutely trust her with Minnie again and highly recommend her to anyone — especially if you have a dog that can be a little anxious with new people!

Seriously the best! We’ve never left Obie with anyone outside family. After losing his best friend a few months ago, his separation anxiety got really bad and I was a nervous wreck leaving him with someone new for the first time ever! The communication was top notch and I just could not have asked for a better person to stay with my old man! So lucky and hopefully will never have to use anyone but Cassandra ever again!

Sina does such a great job watching our dog. This is the second time we have had her watch Hubert and she is great with him. As a sitter, she is very responsive with communications and thorough with the care we requested. She gets a big smile out of our dog. Thanks!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Newport News is $42
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Sitters in Newport News 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 Newport News on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $42 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 1,231 house sitters in Newport News. 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, 90% of Newport News house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Newport News have an average of 15 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 Newport News.
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. Newport News 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.







