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Sitter Profile Image: Rita S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Ridge St, Charlottesville, VA, 22902

It was a pleasure interacting with Rita :) She was very accommodating, took great care of our cat, and sent lots of pictures.

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Sitter Profile Image: Victoria L.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Gordonsville, VA, 22942

Victoria did a wonderful job caring for my two adult male cats and ~8 week old kitten for about 5 days. She was patient and has a keen attention to detail, especially with my helicopter-parent semi-neurotic novel of a instructions write-up. Overall, Victoria did an exceptional job caring for my furry children and I would seek her services again in a heartbeat. Thank you so much, Victoria!!! 🤗

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Olivia M.
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$35
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10 years of experience
Scottsville, VA, 24590

About: What sets me apart is the level of love, patience, and personalized care I give every pet. I take the time to learn each pet’s routine, personality, and needs so they feel comfortable and safe while you’re away. I’m experienced with puppies who need consistency, potty breaks, playtime, and basic routine reinforcement, as well as senior pets who may need a gentler pace, extra patience, medication support, or additional comfort. I also provide regular updates and photos so pet parents always know their furry family members are happy and well cared for. I’m able to help out on Monday-Friday or Saturdays and Sundays. Let me know what fits your needs and I will be more then happy to accommodate! I focus on making pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved. Especially in their own home. I do not accept boarding as my currently home is renting.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Scottsville, VA, 24590

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Sitter Profile Image: Victoria G.
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Victoria G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

About: I have a large family dog that I have been responsible for since I was about 10 years old. She has since gotten older so I have experience with a senior dog and giving any sorts of medication (and the peanut butter necessary to get her to take it). I am no stranger to having to clean up any accidents in the house so that is a non-issue for me. I am also open to taking care of other animals like rodents or turtles or other cage creatures. I am a true and passionate animal lover! My schedule is very flexible at the moment. I am happy to give as much or little time needed for the pets. I can figure out any scheduling and details necessary with clients. I am never loud coming into a home. I always let the pets come to me unless they are hiding on purpose. I take care instructions very seriously and will follow everything exactly and will reach out if I have questions about the best way I can care for your fur friend.

Sitter Profile Image: Eric S.
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$17
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4.7 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
13 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22902

Eric was very communicative and made sure to share photos and play with my cats while I was gone. Gave me a lot of peace of mind knowing he was stopping by at the times I requested to give them attention, especially since it was a bit out of his way.

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Zion Crossroads, VA, 22942

Haley was great! We had her check in on our dog who recently had puppies. We couldn’t ask for better care and communication throughout the process. I highly recommend Haley as a dogsitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Eden B.
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$13
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10 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22902

About: I’m a true pet lover through and through! I grew up with animals and have always had at least two dogs in the house, each with their own personalities and needs—so I’m very comfortable providing attentive, individualized care. I’m currently a proud dog mom to a sweet 4-year-old Golden Retriever and a sassy 4-year-old cat, so I understand firsthand how important it is to trust someone with your pets. I offer drop-in visits, walks, and overnight stays, and I’m happy to tailor care to your pet’s routine and personality. Whether your pet needs playtime, cuddles, or just a calm, reliable presence, I’m here to help. I know your fur babies are family, and I can’t wait to give them all the love and attention they deserve! Pet care is already a natural part of my daily routine. I plan my days around making sure pets are cared for, whether that’s walks, feeding, playtime, or just giving them attention and companionship. I have a flexible schedule, which allows me to consistently show up for check-ins, walks, or overnight stays without feeling rushed. I’m used to structuring my day around animals’ needs, so adding additional pets into my routine feels very seamless. I make it a priority to stick to each pet’s normal routine as closely as possible, because I know consistency is important for their comfort and well-being. Whether it’s early morning walks, midday visits, or evening care, I’m happy to accommodate what works best for you and your pet. I provide care directly in my client’s home to ensure pets stay comfortable in their familiar environment and maintain their normal routine. During each visit, I follow all instructions closely regarding feeding, walks, medication, playtime, and any special care needs. I make sure pets are safe, well-exercised, and given plenty of attention and affection while their owners are away. I also pay attention to keeping the home tidy and secure—cleaning up after pets as needed, refreshing water, and making sure doors and gates are properly closed. I understand how important trust is when someone is caring for your pet and entering your home, so I prioritize reliability, respect, and clear communication with regular updates.

Sitter Profile Image: Ricky R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
COLUMBIA, VA, 23038

About: I've had dogs all my life as a kid and now as an adult! Love dogs to no end, Have a New Foundland and Golden Retriever. Fenced in back yard on 4 acres, Not into bathing and grooming dogs but will give them the care they need and more! I'm retired military and will make this a fulltime thing if things work out! I currently work part time at Lowe's and my wife is home during the day I have a fenced in backyard and also have 2 dogs of my own. I am able to care for dogs in your home as long as we live fairly close together and my wife is home to care for our pups!

Sitter Profile Image: Heather M.
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Heather M.
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$30
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20 years of experience
Downtown, Charlottesville, VA, 22902

About: I've taken care of all sorts of all kinds of pets throughout the years and I absolutely adore them. For the past three years I have been walking and providing overnight care for dogs and cats of all breeds, shapes, sizes, ages and personalities. I established my own business with my partner as of last year, Zoomies, and we are licensed and insured, as well certified in providing first aid/cpr, so you can ensure your pet is getting top notch care and is in great, loving hands. Please reach out with any questions or requests you may have! I am very excited to hear from you and becoming a part of your pet's life. :) Pet care is my daily routine and I am able to help any day of the week any time of the day. Let me know what you need! I have a clean, smoke free home with plenty of comfy places to relax and feel at ease. My home is great for strictly inside cats.

Sitter Profile Image: Patricia E.
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Patricia E.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Cartersville, VA, 23027

Our cats and chickens were well taken care of during a Christmas trip to see the in laws and even our Christmas tree was kept watered! I look forward to having her booked for any future trips since our shy, anxious kitties like her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Heather M.
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Heather M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
30 years of experience
Goochland, VA, 23063

About: Hi! I'm Heather — a lifelong animal lover who has rarely spent a single day without a dog by my side. I've been caring for dogs my entire life and currently share my home with four dogs of my own — a 9lb Chihuahua, a 9lb Yorkie-Chi mix, a 50lb Lab mix, and a 75lb Red Retriever — plus a cat and some fish. Safe to say animals are my life! After losing a beloved dog who was poorly cared for at a kennel, I became passionate about providing the kind of attentive, loving care that every pet deserves. I know how much trust it takes to hand your fur baby to someone else — and I take that seriously. I'm available for drop in visits, dog walks, and house sitting. I'm comfortable with all sizes and breeds and happy to accommodate cats too. I'll always follow your specific instructions and send plenty of photos so you never have to wonder how your baby is doing. Your pet isn't just a booking to me — they're family. 💙 Pet care isn't something I fit into my routine — it IS my routine. I'm home all day with four dogs of my own, so visiting or caring for your pet fits naturally into my day. I'm available mornings, afternoons and evenings and can be flexible around your schedule. Your pet will never feel like an afterthought — they'll get my full attention during every visit. When I visit your home I treat it with the same respect and care I would want someone to show mine. I follow your instructions exactly — feeding schedules, medications, special routines, off-limit areas — nothing is too detailed. I grew up understanding that pets are family members, not just animals, and that the trust you place in someone entering your home is significant. I take that seriously every single time. You'll always receive photos and updates during every visit so you know your baby is happy and well cared for.

Sitter Profile Image: Tyler W.
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Tyler W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Keswick, VA, 22947

Tyler did a phenomenal job checking in on our dog. In addition to providing photos upon arrival, Tyler did a phenomenal job communicating with us throughout the process. I highly recommend Tyler. He exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be using him again if possible.

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Sitter Profile Image: Annie S.
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Annie S.
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$20
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4.7 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Louisa, VA, 23093

Amazing!!! Annie made a day away easy and worry free!

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Sitter Profile Image: Abby J.
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Abby J.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Gordonsville, VA, 22942

About: I’ve helped care for each family dog that’s come and gone since I was young, as well as the family cats. A few years ago chickens and goats got added into the mix too. I also tend to help with my sisters 4 large dogs. About a year and a half ago I started dog sitting for my neighbor and have been doing so every other weekend since then. I also pet sitted here on this app almost all of 2021 before becoming too busy with college. I have now graduated and am getting back into pet sitting for an undetermined amount of time. I’m currently still living at my parents, and working two part time jobs. I still have a decent amount of time left in my daily day to day and am looking to make more money so I thought starting up pet sitting again would work well. We have a large fence your dog can play in as well as walks on a leash outside the fence or in the trails of our woods. Lots of sights and smells for your pup to discover! I would not be comfortable letting our dog be around any pets I take care of. Diesel would either be crated or in the fence while your pets are here. We have goats which are fenced in as well as chickens. Our house is fairly large and the pets I take care of would be allowed to go anywhere except one room where we would keep our house cat in since sadly she is not a big fan of other pets. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns!

Sitter Profile Image: Autumn G.
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Autumn G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Venable, Charlottesville, VA, 22903

Autumn was absolutely amazing!! Always on time and took the time to really care for them. My one dog is diabetic and gave him his insulin with no hesitation, thank you so much will definitely use her again!!!!

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Nora B.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lake Monticello, VA, 22963

About: I have lived on a farm with animals, including dogs, all my life. My life use to revolve around our dog, Dos now we have Gansey and Kaya. They have been a great addition to the family. We would love to share some of that love with other dogs. I am equipped to handle many types of dogs, happy to love and care for all of them. I can house sit and take them for walks and runs as needed. Also, I am able to take special interest with difficult breeds. I am excited to meet your pups! I am available seven days a week in the morning and evening. My house is near a trail and another nice area to walk pups. I would love to take care of your pups! Morning walks and evening walks. Due to my work schedule, most dogs will get a thirty minutes walk at 8:30 AM and 5 PM. Thanks 😊 I create individual experiences depending on the situation. I stay the whole time, except for a few hours sometimes during the middle of the day.

Sitter Profile Image: Daniel B.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
35 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

About: Great with attention and enrichment. I will go out of my way to make your pet comfortable and happy while away from you. In addition help dissipate your pets energy to mitigate any destructive behavior your pet may have. Most dogs love me within seconds to a few minutes. Have worked with atypical pets as well. Can handle care of small animals in addition. Happy to handle needed pet meds and frequent potty breaks. Owners will like that Im a responsible adult and can be relied on to be consistent and treat your property with care and respect. If you want to find the right person to start an ongoing relationship for covering your house and pet sitting needs for years to come. I'm currently retired so have an open schedule most days and weeks. Giving the greatest opportunity to flexibility and can adjust to the needs of the day. Because pets care will take place in the pets own home it will be the easiest on your pet in maintaining their normal life style. Or I can board at my residence with advanced notice I'm retired and available most days on most weeks. I'm in both Charlottesville [sunday afternoon through Wednesday morning] and Harrisonburg [Wednesday afternoon through Sunday morning] Happy to house sit your pet or board at your request. Whichever is best for your pets interest. Love any excuse to go for a walk

Sitter Profile Image: Amy B.
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$35
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4 years of experience
Palmyra, VA, 22963

About: I’ve taken care of many animals throughout my life since I was young. Friends, family, significant others, and my own which entailed bathing, walking, training, feeding, and just going outside and playing fetch with them. My whole life I have been a major animal lover of all shapes and sizes, and I have years of experience to make you comfortable with me taking care of your pet. I make it my priority to spend as much time with my dog Sadie as possible, I bathe when necessary because she loves to be outside and makes a mess of herself I walk her, feed her, and take her to the dog park with me some days. I will do whatever you all would like to do when it comes to your fur babies if that entails crating when necessary I can, or giving your dog medication, I would love if you’d like me to take your dog on walks it’s always good for them to get as much exercise as possible, just know that when it comes to your pets I understand how important it is to be getting the proper care and I will make sure that will happen. I’m currently unemployed and I’m very much available right now, I would like to work more full time like Monday-Friday 8am-5pm I can also do boarding. I would ensure your dog is safe and well taken care of, monitoring the dog at all times is key and being aware of surroundings for the fur baby.

Sitter Profile Image: Caiti W.
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Caiti W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Palmyra, VA, 22963

About: I've worked with dogs and cats professionally for over ten years now and also have experience with training. I love getting to know each dog and learning what they like best, whether that’s a quiet walk in the park or some snuggles on the couch and fetch in the backyard. I have experience with all types of dogs and always treat them as if they were my own. I’m currently working part time as a dog trainer so that will give me plenty of time to play with your pups! I’d love to gain regular clients that I can provide reliability for. I always work to ensure they safety of your pet and would love to know what you expect of your dog (whether that’s not jumping/pulling on walk, ect) and with a knowledge in training I can help reinforce the behaviors you like to see! I’m also very good at reading dog body language and love to see your pups feeling comfortable and confident in our adventures.

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Allyson is a exceptional. She is so friendly and trustworthy plus was super flexible for a last minute meet and greet. My dogs LOVED her. She wrote up an amazing report and I felt so relieved knowing they were in good hands. So thankful for Allyson and highly recommend!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Palmyra on Rover is $35.52 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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As of July 2026, there are 562 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Palmyra. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Palmyra stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Palmyra choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in Palmyra with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Palmyra. On Rover:

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You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

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