Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Oakwood, Richmond, VA
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1. Kade M.
“Kade has been the absolute best for us! Prompt with responses and always sends amazing check-in photos! Will always book with them and recommend to anyone! Thank you so much, Kade!!”
2. Rachel D.
“Rachel was great! She was flexible and responsive when I need to make some last minute changes and my boys seems to love her! She is definitely a jewel!”
3. Violet W.
“Violet is amazing with our babies! We will be using her again!”
4. Devinder K.
“Devinder is very friendly and makes sure your pet gets the care they need. My dog Sylvester is being left alone in the home for the first time since COVID started and Devinder makes him feel comfortable while I'm away. Devinder is great about sending updates and photos. Definitely booking again!”
5. Nicole P.
“Nicole is a gem and has been very helpful while checking in on Eli. I absolutely appreciate her service!”
6. Alyssa S.
“Alyssa was so great! She left timely updates with lots of pictures and I was able to fully relax on my vacation knowing my cats were in good hands!”
7. Andrew C.
“Andrew has been by far the best dog walker you could ask for. Always going above and beyond. He literally offered to install the portable AC in my house while I was at work and the AC went out. Leaving Richmond is going to be hard but finding anyone better with my dog will be impossible!”
8. Kyle J.
“This was my first time using Rover services. Kyle was fantastic! My pet was well taken care of, my home was just as I left it and the communication from Kyle during my absence was perfect. Not only will I use Rover again; fingers crossed that Kyle will have openings on his schedule for me.”
9. Cynthia B.
“Cynthia was a great pup-sitter, and kept me well informed with pictures and updates! Sebastian tends to be anxious and he looked like he didn’t miss a beat of belly rubs, cuddles, walks and attention. She communicated all needs and changes in behavior during my time away! She was a great sitter!”
10. Eula C.
“This was my second time using Thane and, as expected, they were great! They gave my kitty Rat all the snuggles he requires and had no problem with his medication. Their updates each visit were thorough. I was a bit disorganized while planning this time away and they were very understanding. I’m so glad to have found them!”
11. Kristina W.
“Kristina somehow got our rather cranky orange cat to make an appearance! Having her come got us out of jam and made for one less thing to worry about.”
12. Maria & Luis V.
“This was our first experience using Rover, and we’re so happy we were able to book Maria and Luis to care for our cats over the Christmas holiday. From the time we contacted them to book, they were a pleasure to work with. They were responsive and flexible with our schedule, made instant friends with our very aloof cats, and kept us up to date on every visit. They’re fantastic sitters. Highly recommend!!”
13. Abby L.
“Abbey was great once again! This is my second booking with her and she again was highly communicative and inclusive in the visit details. We had some technical difficulties with the app that Abbey was proactive in flagging to Rover so I didn’t have to worry about it while away. Thanks again for your care!!”
14. Nick I.
“First time having Nick care for our fur babies! Nick is a great young man who clearly loves animals. He was punctual for our meet and greet as well as drop in visit to care for our pups! Would highly recommend and will definitely be calling on him for future needs!”
15. Shaine S.
“Hollie took Tater for a walk, checked on the kitties, cleaned the litter box and brought in my mail. Kept in touch with me and sent photos. They did a great job!”
16. Alanna V.
“Alanna is the best! She gave daily updates with pictures, which I loved, and my cats loved her immediately. Just overall a very sweet and attentive person. Will definitely be a repeat customer!”
17. Kiera B.
“Great care and communication. Really saved me with last minute check-ins on my older, needy cat. Definitely recommended!”
18. Nancy O.
“Thank you Nancy! I can tell she really loves animals and was really kind to my two cats. I would definitely recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter.”
19. Lindsay P.
“Lindsay always takes good care of our cat Cam!”
20. Lisa H.
“Lisa is a true dog lover! She has walked and dog sat both in and out of my home many times. I always feel confident that with Lisa my dog will be loved and well exercised when I get home. My dog excitedly greets her at the door and often cries when she leaves. We look forward to using her again!”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Oakwood on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 335 pet sitters in Oakwood. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of Oakwood pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Oakwood have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Oakwood.
Rover makes it easy to find Oakwood 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
There are 335 pet sitters in Oakwood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Oakwood, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 95% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
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.
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