Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In North Downtown Charlottesville, VA
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Top rated North Downtown pet sitters
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“Caroline took such great care of Bandit. He isn’t the easiest and it means so much that she cares so much. Also she is very punctual and a great communicator.”
About: I've had dogs since my 20s (already 40)they are the best companions. They are friends, therapists and best buddies. I want to take care of your doggie like it's mine. You will feel relax with Bertie and family care. I will make sure that are comfortable and enjoy a nice time. It fits perfectly, since I already have dogs and I work from home (flexible schedule). There is no problem in doing daily doggie routine for me. I enjoy walks with the dogs on the area. I have 4 dogs to make them company and have fun times. Also my kids love dogs.
“Ed is a very nice person who took extremely good care of my little son. My first time leaving him alone but Ed followed all instructions and sent me great pics! Would use his services again.”
“Tracy was so great with meeting my pup! She spent so much time and careful questioning to make sure she had all of the necessary information to take care of him. I feel very, very confident in recommending her to others.”
“Rhiana is always great! This time our pup had some anxiety about us being gone and she went out of her way to make sure he ate and was okay. We sincerely appreciate her kindness and love for our pets!”
“Danielle is amazing! She is extremely professional and communicative. She met up with me before the trip and took great care of my cat, Ellie. Ellie can be shy and cautious of new people but Danielle took her time and gave her lots of love, space, and patience. Can’t wait to book with her again!”
“Karlee is a great sitter! She’s super friendly and responsive to visits. She’s done a great job at doing house visits for my puppy to tire him out and keep him engaged when I’m busy. Would definitely recommend!”
“Megan has been amazing. My cats connected with her very well. Even my older cat who is standoffish with strangers sat on her lap. She came to my rescue when I needed her for another day and I appreciate her so much!”
“Emily has great attention to detail and clearly cared about Lily’s happiness while we were away. She wrote very detailed notes and added lots of pictures (which we always appreciate). We have been looking for a good dog sitter to use that clicks with Lily and we’re so happy when we found her!”
“Mitch was very communicative and on point with drop in visits for my cat Comet. She can take some time to acclimate to new people and she warmed up to him pretty quickly! Would happily book with Mitch again.”
“Amy looked after our dog for the first time this weekend and she was absolutely wonderful. She asked great questions about meals, walks and our dog's routine and was very thorough in every detail. Amy kept us updated with photos and messages so we never wondered how things were going. Our usually shy dog warmed up to her immediately and I felt completely at ease being away knowing our dog was in such caring hands. We will absolutely work with her again!”
About: Because I grew up with 3 dogs and 4 cats, my friends and family know to reach out to me to feed, walk, and bathe their pets. I have also had to give medicine to some of the pets I've cared for, so giving your dog or cat pills won't be a problem. I am currently a Graduate student at UVA taking summer classes and want to care for some pets on the weekends or on Mondays when my schedule allows for it. Since I don't have pets here, I would love to give all my love and attention to yours! I know how much our pets mean to us, and I would make sure to follow any special instructions you have for your pets. I've been around dogs and cats since I was 5, so I can read pets' body language well. I always let the dog/cat approach me before initiating any petting because I know some pets are a little nervous around new people.
“Sam was amazing with our Chaos. She was so patient in getting to know him and sat for us for a week and now he loves her!!! Definitely will book again ❤️”
About: Hello everyone! My name is Paige and I am currently a student at UVA and part of the Virginia Polo Club where I help take care of our ponies and play polo! At home, I help care for a Pitbull Mix and a large Australian Shepherd, both weighing around 75 lbs. I am confident in my ability to understand their body language and handle them effectively. Growing up with dogs, barn cats, and horses has equipped me with a diverse skill set when it comes to animal care! I have experience administering medicine, cleaning up accidents, managing reactive dogs, and caring for animals of all ages. For years, I have been doing drop-in visits and overnight stays caring for dogs, cats, and even goats! I’m organized, reliable, responsible, and adaptable to your pet’s specific needs. For the Spring 2026 semester, I am consistently busy Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11am-8pm, but am available in the mornings and every other day of the week. If you have any concerns, questions, or clarifications, please feel free to reach out -- I’m dedicated to ensuring the best care for you and your pet(s)! I’m currently a student at UVA but have a flexible schedule during the week and would love to help take care of your animals! I can do overnight stays every day of the week. Unfortunately, I can’t board any pets where I’m living but am more than happy to come to you! Back at home we have 2 medium-large dogs that weigh in at around 75 lbs that I can walk, crate, and otherwise manage. I’m able to notice changes in body language and what they mean. I also have experience feeding and giving medication to livestock and am comfortable dealing with larger animals.
“Alexa is super caring and was wonderful with my cat Pippa. Her photos were great and I could tell that she spent a lot of quality time loving on her, which made me feel so much more relaxed while I was away.”
“Kirtly was awesome, showing up for every appointment right on time. My pup not only liked him, but when I returned, he had gotten so many brushes that his fur was smooth as silk. Will definitely book again with Kirtly in the future!”
“Natalie took great care of Milo! Natalie is detail-oriented and you can tell she truly cares about the comfort of your baby. Will definitely be booking in the future!!”
“Sabal absolutely LOVES Maggie!! Maggie is always able to tire her out even though she is high energy, and is so caring and thoughtful. She is also a great communicator, and I always feel at ease when Sabal is in her care.”
“Josephine is excellent, very reliable and caring. She sent me detailed reports and photos every day, so I could relax knowing my dog and cat were in good hands while I was away.”
“Christopher is everything you could want in a pet sitter! He doted on my dogs and kept them safe and happy. He was conscientious and reliable, and took great care of the house and all dog-related messes. Also great with communication and flexibility. I would happily work with him again!”
Over 25 pet parents in North Downtown have booked pet sitting
North Downtown pet parents share their Rover experiences
Yana has been an absolutely wonderful sitter for our dog, Elroy. It’s very clear that he feels comfortable and happy with her, which gives us so much peace of mind when we’re away. She’s incredibly attentive and detail-oriented—she even noticed when he wasn’t quite acting like himself and made sure to let us know. We also love the updates she sends. Yana takes great photos that really capture Elroy’s personality and let us see how he’s doing while we’re gone. Overall, Yana goes above and beyond. It’s obvious she genuinely cares about the dogs she watches, and we feel very lucky to have found her. We highly recommend her!
This is my first time using Rover, so I was a little anxious about finding a sitter who would be right for my cat. Emily was incredible, and throughout the process I was impressed by her professionalism, attention to detail, and care. For each visit she gave me a thorough description of how it went, down to how much food my cat ate, how playtime went, and even whether he had pooped or not. It was such a relief to know my boy was being cared for so well while I was away. 10/10, would absolutely book again.
Absolutely amazing service. I reached out on short notice and Lettie was amazing about getting back to me and doing a meeting with the dogs before my trip. The updates were great and Lettie really went above and beyond on this. I highly recommend Lettie to anyone who needs pet sitting.
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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 North Downtown.
Rover makes it easy to find North Downtown 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
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