House Sitting in Richmond
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1. Ashley B.

“Our 70 plus pound dogs are very jumpy and barky and she handled that like a pro! The dogs loved her! The house was just like we left it! We will book her again!”




2. Angel K.

“Angel did a wonderful job with house sitting/pet sitting for me for a week. Plenty of updates and pictures and clear communication. She went above and beyond for my boys and I am very grateful. I will definitely be using her services in the future and would definitely recommend Angel if you want peace of mind while you're away from your pets.”


3. Shannon C.

“Shannon is an amazing sitter who took really great care of our babies! They took to her right away and just adore her. I couldn’t be happier that we found her!”


4. Kaitlin B.

“Kaitlin is very kind and nice, did extra activity with our dogs and left our place cleaner than she found it! We would highly recommend and ask her to care for our 2 goldens again. Nellie and Maria would agree! Thank you Kaitlin Jeff and Jodi”


5. Ashley J.

“Ashley was so loving and attentive to our Enzo while we were away for a family reunion. She sent regular updates and pictures and he seemed to be so relaxed and happy with her caring for him! She administered his anti-seizure meds and I knew he was in excellent hands!”


6. Penny H.
“Penny has a loving pet centered home. She has a fenced area for exercise and enjoys taking the dogs on walks. I appreciate that Penny does not hesitate to reach out to me if there’s anything unusual in Watson’s behavior or patterns. Dependable and gentle and I get photographs of my happy boy while I’m away!”


7. Johwen M.
About: What sets me apart from other pet sitters is my genuine love for animals, personalized care for each pet, and reliable service. Your pets will feel at home with me! Most of my days end at around 4pm with nothing much left to do, so I’m searching for something to occupy that time, and I love animals so why not this! I care for pets by creating a safe, comfortable environment tailored to their needs. I also follow any specific instructions provided by the pet owners to make sure their pets feel right at home.


8. Eleanore S.

“Ella was beyond great for us and our dogs! We were able to truly enjoy our vacation because we knew our dogs were being taken great care of. Communication was amazing and the time she spent with the pups was everything we wanted. THANK YOU ELLA!!”


9. Greg A.
“Greg has taken care of many pets (dogs, cats, birds, lizards, guinea pigs, hamsters). He has loving kindness towards all animals. He has a special connection with them that I don't see in many people. I would highly recommend him to care for any pet. I know you'll be satisfied with the care your furry friend receives.”


10. Ali V.

“Ali did such a good job of watching Riley and gave a thorough overview of how he did when I came back. She made sure she knew what he needed before I left too.”


11. Caidan R.

“We were over the moon impressed with Caidan. We hired him to stay in our home and watch our 5 year old German Shepherd while we were visiting family in another state. God blessed us with the best sitter we could have possibly found for our girl Luna while we were gone. Luna loves him, he is very professional, kind and respectful. He took excellent care of her and our home was even cleaner than before we left. Caidan made us feel so extremely confident in leaving our German Shepherd who has a lot of anxiety in his care and we could not of asked for anyone better! Thank you Caidan so very much!!”


12. Jackie K.

“Jackie is amazing! She kept us updated & sent pictures of our goofy furballs during her stay with them & responded quickly! We will definitely hire her again!”


13. Misty R.
“Misti loves animals of all kinds and I would trust her complete to care for my own pets more then any one I know. Misti is very responsible kind and caring.”


14. Nicole O.

“Nicole was a great communicator and my dogs really enjoyed her! I appreciated the frequent pics and videos! Would definitely use again!”




15. Zackery K.

“All went well, Basco is in really happy spirits and was well taken care of. Zach was able to take care of my dog on fairly short notice with little back and forth e-mails or drama.”


16. Abby H.
“Abby watched our dog Athena while my fiancé and I went on vacation. She was so caring, loving and attentive to athena. She did everything i asked and more! She consistently communicated with me about everything which was much appreciated. I will definitely be using Abby again. thank you abby!”


17. Alexis C.
“I couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter! Alexis took amazing care of Duke while I was away, providing plenty of love, attention, updates, and even sent pictures. It was clear from the start that she truly cared about my Duke, and I felt completely at ease knowing my pup was in such good hands. I came home to a happy, well-cared-for dog, and I’ll definitely be booking again. Highly recommend!”


18. Maysa C.


“Maysa was incredible with our dog Turtle! She took great care of him and kept us in the loop and sent amazing pictures! Definitely recommend!”


19. Skylar T.
About: I have been enamored with animals since I was a kid. I have worked on farms, in animal kennels, volunteered in shelters, and taken care of my own furbabies for a long time. Expect the utmost care for your pet when you are away, they will be part of our extended fur family! I am very open and flexible with my schedule. I can accommodate almost any need you would have. Very flexible and want what's best for your pet! I do not have a fenced in yard, but there are available dog parks your dog will get ample amount of time to play/run. I can accommodate long walks.


20. Olivia S.
“Olivia would definitely take great, safe, and loving care of any animal she would be responsible for taking care of. Her personality is amazing when working with others and walking other dogs. She has always taken great care of our 2 French bulldogs and making sure they always get enough exercise and outside time.”
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 Richmond on Rover as of Apr 2025 was about $35 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 Apr 2025, there are 42 house sitters in Richmond. 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, 79% of Richmond house sitters respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Richmond.
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. Richmond 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.
