House Sitting In Old Tavern, VA
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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.

“She is amazing! Our dogs adored her and we felt totally safe leaving them in her care. Highly responsive. She helped us out last minute when our regular sitter had a scheduling conflict. We will definitely be using her again.”


“Tori was great, she took very good care of our home and dog over this past weekend. Tori sent daily status emails and texts with several photos included. These helped keep us informed of how Toby was acclimating as this was the 1st time we had left him home with a sitter. Toby seemed to enjoy his time with Tori, and they went outside to play a few times a day.”


“Sasha was great with our senior dog. He was a tough customer at first, but she was so patient and kind, she won him over in no time. She did everything we requested of her and sent update pictures while we were away. She was very flexible, accommodating and punctual. She is such a sweet person with a true compassion for animals. We would highly recommend her, thank you :-)”


“Ember was absolutely fantastic with our Husky. She played with him, went out of her way to make him frozen Kings, and even BRUSHED him which is a whole chore for husky owners? She made us feel at ease while we were away and helped around the house while we were gone - took out the trash on trash day, gathered/sorted our mail, and went above and beyond washing towels and sheets. We were very appreciative of Ember and will book again!”


“Carmen made me feel at ease while caring for our 3 dogs. She has to juggle a puppy, senior, and other dog and did so without issue. She stayed in the house and gave them attention so I could enjoy time away. Will definitely book with Carmen again for sitting.”


“She was great for a long stay. She stayed at our house and made sure our elderly do, Shakira, was happy and well treated. Shak was very happy and the house was very clean. She communicated well and actually did more for us than was expected. She is awesome!!”


“Caitlin was awesome to pick up our request when we were unexpectedly delayed - she knows our pets well and could jump right in. Thank you! Continues to be highly recommended!”


About: I have grown up around animals my whole life including living on a farm for 8 years that included cats, dogs (15lbs-130lbs), and many others! I have taken care of many different animals that have a wide range of sizes! I have also been a hospice fosters in the past am I am very comfortable giving oral meds, IM meds, or IV medication to your animals. Pet care is very important to me! Having grown up around animals my whole life, the most important thing to me is that the pet stays happy and healthy. Pet care falls into my everyday life because it is very important to me. Having pets at home means a happy face always waiting for you to come home and love on them again. I have 2 dogs and 5 horses currently (off property at a different barn). I’m happy to take your pet for a walk, play with them indoors or outdoors, or just hangout with them. If your pet requires a strict bathroom schedule, I can follow it. I’m happy to help keep your pet as happy as can be! For in home pet sitting, I’m happy to come hangout with your dog or cat during the morning, afternoon, or evening well providing play opportunities, meals/snacks, and bathroom break.

About: I absolutely love fur babies!! I have been pet sitting for friends and family since I was 15. I have volunteered In shelters, and I've been dog walking for 3 years! I've been caring for cats for about 4 years. I have fostered healthy cats, as well as helped nurse cats with FIP back to health! I currently work at a fine dining restaurant as a lead server, and am taking classes for my Sommelier certification, though it's typically only Thursday through Sunday 4pm to 11pm. Which leaves lots of day time hours for me to play and exercise your animals! I will first of course get to know the animal make sure they are comfortable with me, then we will walk in their preferred areas and play fetch/tug if we are able! I love to just sit and pet for the more gentle, more shy dogs, and run around with energetic pups!

About: I’ve been around animals my whole life and helped my mom with pet sitting when I was just a kid! Since then, caring for pets has become second nature to me. I also volunteer at a local animal shelter and have been for over two years, where I have gained hands-on experience with dogs and cats of all ages, sizes, and personalities, including shy rescues, playful puppies, and senior pets who need a little extra love and patience. I truly treat every pet like family and always make sure they feel safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away or whenever you need! I am currently only working part time on the weekends, so I will be available on weekdays from 9AM to 10PM. I am very flexible and I can accommodate if needed! When I’m in your home, I always treat it with the same respect and care I would my own. I stick closely to your pet’s routine. I am very attentive to pet’s needs when it comes to both dog walking and pet sitting.

“Angela was great and we would definitely work with her again! She was punctual, super responsive, and gave regular updates. It was such a relief to know a responsible, kind person like Angela was watching our dog while we were away. Thank you, Angela!”


About: Nice to meet you! i’m a college student home for the summer and have taken care of different animals all my life, and often get asked by family and friends to pet sit-caring from animals as small as hamsters to larger dogs like german shepherds. I am very used to walking large dogs, as I have grown up with german shepherds all my life, and I am very used to taking care of animals with disabilities or special dietary needs. For example, my childhood dog had a pancreatic disorder where I fed her a special diet and am accustomed to carefully following directions and making sure everyone is safe and healthy. I absolutely love cats as well, I have a cat named Sam who is very very spoiled and loved. I am a very clean and responsible person who can be trusted to watch over your loved one and home. Thank you so much for your time ! :) I am a college student home for the summer so I am very available, please don’t hesitate in reaching out so we can coordinate a schedule! :) I will care for the pets and home with the upmost amount of care and respect. Im very concerned about making sure the pet is comfortable and safe at all times, and keeping the home very clean. I understand how stressful it can be to trust someone to take care of your loved ones and home, and I want to reassure you that I am very responsible, attentive, and communicative throughout the entire process. I will follow any specific instructions you provide and am happy to give regular updates, whether that’s photos, messages, or calls, to give you peace of mind while you’re away. Your pets will be treated like family, and your home will be left just as you found it. I'm here to make your time away as smooth and stress free as possible for both you and your pets. :)

“Alan was great staying with our 2 year old pitty for 8 days. He let him sleep in bed with him and spent a lot of time with him during our trip. He arranged to come just before we left to ensure our pup was totally comfortable even though they had met before (his suggestion) which is going above and beyond compared to most who prefer to come after the departure. We will definitely want to use Alan again- thanks Alan!”


“Karen provided on-site petsitting approximately 10 days for us. We recently relocated to our new home from out of state and the extended time away from the pets was sure to be a challenge. We are very grateful for the assistance provided by Karen. Upon our return, all was good. The pets appeared clean, happy and healthy.”

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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.


Suzanna P.Star Sitter

“She is amazing! Our dogs adored her and we felt totally safe leaving them in her care. Highly responsive. She helped us out last minute when our regular sitter had a scheduling conflict. We will definitely be using her again.”


Katherine T.Star Sitter

“Katherine was a lifesaver! We needed her help in a pinch and she came through in a timely manner with no questions asked! I would highly recommend her services!”


Tori H.Star Sitter

“Tori was great, she took very good care of our home and dog over this past weekend. Tori sent daily status emails and texts with several photos included. These helped keep us informed of how Toby was acclimating as this was the 1st time we had left him home with a sitter. Toby seemed to enjoy his time with Tori, and they went outside to play a few times a day.”


Sasha H.

“Sasha was great with our senior dog. He was a tough customer at first, but she was so patient and kind, she won him over in no time. She did everything we requested of her and sent update pictures while we were away. She was very flexible, accommodating and punctual. She is such a sweet person with a true compassion for animals. We would highly recommend her, thank you :-)”


Ember S.Star Sitter

“Ember was absolutely fantastic with our Husky. She played with him, went out of her way to make him frozen Kings, and even BRUSHED him which is a whole chore for husky owners? She made us feel at ease while we were away and helped around the house while we were gone - took out the trash on trash day, gathered/sorted our mail, and went above and beyond washing towels and sheets. We were very appreciative of Ember and will book again!”


Carmen C.

“Carmen made me feel at ease while caring for our 3 dogs. She has to juggle a puppy, senior, and other dog and did so without issue. She stayed in the house and gave them attention so I could enjoy time away. Will definitely book with Carmen again for sitting.”


Kendall M.

“Kendall is so sweet, Taco was relaxed with her right away. She followed his routine. I could tell he enjoyed his evening. I would have her sit again”


Cammy b.

“Cammy was great and would highly recommend! She checked in often and sent pics and I never felt stressed or concerned. Will definitely use again!”


Colleen T.

“She was great for a long stay. She stayed at our house and made sure our elderly do, Shakira, was happy and well treated. Shak was very happy and the house was very clean. She communicated well and actually did more for us than was expected. She is awesome!!”


Caitlin E.
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“Caitlin was awesome to pick up our request when we were unexpectedly delayed - she knows our pets well and could jump right in. Thank you! Continues to be highly recommended!”


Bailey M.
“Bailey is amazing. She is reliable, compassionate with all animals, and can manage the medicines for more medically fragile animals. She has adopted and fostered dogs, including hospice dogs. She also owns / has owned multiple horses, goats and chickens as well. Super qualified for all walking and farm needs.”


Lexys S.
“I know Lexy personally. She is my sister and best friend. Not too long ago I had no choice but to give her my cat. She has been taking care of my fur baby for months now and I hear constant updates from her on how my cat is doing and how much she has improved over all. She is a fantastic caregiver for both animals and children. I would trust her with my newborn.”


Natalie F.
“Natalie, who goes by Jane, is a responsible and caring caregiver. She follows directions and always puts the needs of the pet first. She is an excellent problem solver and good communicator! She knows to ask questions if she has a concern about anything.”


Ella J.

“Ella was amazing! She took care of everything and sent pictures to update me! She also sent an overview of the night! So appreciative!”


Rose W.

“Rose was responsible, communicated well and most of all, my dog loved her. We would highly recommend her if you need pet care/ a house sitter.”


Angela C.Star Sitter

“Angela was great and we would definitely work with her again! She was punctual, super responsive, and gave regular updates. It was such a relief to know a responsible, kind person like Angela was watching our dog while we were away. Thank you, Angela!”


Gabrielle F.
About: Nice to meet you! i’m a college student home for the summer and have taken care of different animals all my life, and often get asked by family and friends to pet sit-caring from animals as small as hamsters to larger dogs like german shepherds. I am very used to walking large dogs, as I have grown up with german shepherds all my life, and I am very used to taking care of animals with disabilities or special dietary needs. For example, my childhood dog had a pancreatic disorder where I fed her a special diet and am accustomed to carefully following directions and making sure everyone is safe and healthy. I absolutely love cats as well, I have a cat named Sam who is very very spoiled and loved. I am a very clean and responsible person who can be trusted to watch over your loved one and home. Thank you so much for your time ! :) I am a college student home for the summer so I am very available, please don’t hesitate in reaching out so we can coordinate a schedule! :) I will care for the pets and home with the upmost amount of care and respect. Im very concerned about making sure the pet is comfortable and safe at all times, and keeping the home very clean. I understand how stressful it can be to trust someone to take care of your loved ones and home, and I want to reassure you that I am very responsible, attentive, and communicative throughout the entire process. I will follow any specific instructions you provide and am happy to give regular updates, whether that’s photos, messages, or calls, to give you peace of mind while you’re away. Your pets will be treated like family, and your home will be left just as you found it. I'm here to make your time away as smooth and stress free as possible for both you and your pets. :)


Alan P.

“Alan was great staying with our 2 year old pitty for 8 days. He let him sleep in bed with him and spent a lot of time with him during our trip. He arranged to come just before we left to ensure our pup was totally comfortable even though they had met before (his suggestion) which is going above and beyond compared to most who prefer to come after the departure. We will definitely want to use Alan again- thanks Alan!”


Amy S.Star Sitter

“Amy is incredible! She took great care of our pups and was super responsive. We loved getting photos and videos of our babies and highly recommend Amy.”


Karen W.

“Karen provided on-site petsitting approximately 10 days for us. We recently relocated to our new home from out of state and the extended time away from the pets was sure to be a challenge. We are very grateful for the assistance provided by Karen. Upon our return, all was good. The pets appeared clean, happy and healthy.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Old Tavern on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 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 Aug 2025, there are 1,101 house sitters in Old Tavern. 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, 87% of Old Tavern house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Old Tavern 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 Old Tavern.
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. Old Tavern 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.
