Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Richmond
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Top rated Richmond pet sitters
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“Rachelle has done a fantastic job with our dog Oatis. She’s been really reliable and I don’t have to worry while I’m away or at work. She is great at sending updates and has been really responsive!”
“Gokhan and Sue are fantastic! They are so communicative, caring, and thoughtful. They really get to know your cats, and genuinely care about them, playing in ways that will engage your cat and respecting their boundaries. They have great attention to detail, and provide excellent photos throughout the session. You know you can trust them to take great care of your babies! Thank you so much!”
“Daniel was super thoughtful and a great pet sitter for my cat Roy. Roy fell in love with him immediately, and I received lots of updates and pictures throughout. I'll happily rebook!”
“Kiirsten D. was an absolutely amazing dog sitter! She went above and beyond in caring for my puppy, showing incredible patience and attentiveness. My pup had several accidents in the house, and Kiirsten handled each one without hesitation, keeping everything clean and comfortable. It’s clear she truly cares about the pets she watches, treating them with kindness and love. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate, and responsible pet sitter!”
“I could not have asked for a better human to be looking after my handsome baby boy! Christa was extremely professional, reliable and handled my 16 year old cat's needs amazingly. She went above and beyond to make sure he was fed, had fresh water and even tended to his litterbox. I look forward to booking Christa again!”
“Elizabeth was great! She was timely both for our meet and greet and our drop in, answered quickly, and provided great care for our pup while we were away for the night at a wedding. Would definitely book with her again. Thank you!”
“Thanks to Matina and Amanda for caring for my three cats! They did a great job, I will definitely hire them again the next time I go away :) lots of photos and great communication!”
“Maya was amazing with my cat! It was the longest I've been away from her, but Maya made me less nervous with her awesome notes about my floof. She even sent pictures of them cuddling which is an amazing feat considering my cat is skittish. Thank you so much!!”
“Emily is a great babysitter, I am a helicopter parent to an 8 year old German shepherd and she made me feel comfortable while I was away. Great communication, patient, and great with my dog.”
About: I make sure your pets health and wellness is my main top priority. Keeping them entertained to keeping up with their hygiene is a must! I will accommodate anything into my schedule so that my clients are left satisfied and pleased with my service(s) that I provide. Happy clients always! I ensure there is plenty of safe space for pets to roam for entertainment to optimize fun play time. Making sure they have plentiful of water as well!
About: I treat every single pet as if it were my own child. To me pets aren’t just “animals” they are what I like to call “angels on Earth” for their ability to have an innocent and trusting nature. No matter the personality, size or needs I have always been able to stick to a routine that makes any pet feel the most “at-home”. I would be more than happy to care for your babies and give them all the attention, affection and care they need. Currently I have a pretty open schedule so I am able to plan my day around the pet’s needs while ensuring that I complete some chores throughout my day If I am caring for your pet in my home I would more than likely have lots of playtime with them, I live near a park where I like to have my daily walks on and I have a fenced yard where they can use the bathroom whenever they need to. If I am caring for a cat I have plenty of cat toys, treats and a litter box. If you need me to provide any pet food for them please let me know in advance along with their eating schedule. Thank you
“Therese was awesome! She toon a last minute job over the holidays which I am super thankful of. She sent pictures and checked in with great info everyday. She even helped me with some package issues I was having. I would book her again. Thanks, Therese!”
Over 101 pet parents in Richmond have booked pet sitting
Richmond pet parents share their Rover experiences
amanda and matina are great to work with! they’re our first choice for sitters because not only are they flexible/accommodating + easy to communicate with, but they also leave our home and dishes cleaner than any other petsitters we’ve had. i love that our cats have their own relationship with these lovely humans (:
Amy was amazing! This was the first time ever trying rover and we went with Amy. She was truly amazing from the very first second we met her. Leaving your pets alone for the very first time is scary let alone having a stranger in your house while you are away. Amy was amazing and we felt completely safe with her. She took good care of our kitties and we wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again for future vacations. Thank you so much Amy! 💜
Daniel was an absolute GEM! He was responsive, caring, and went above and beyond to take care of my blue heeler, Winter and siamese cat, Rocky for a whole week while i was on vacation. You can tell he really loves hanging out with the fur babies and treats them how he would treat his own. Definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a walker / sitter / caregiver.
Zahra was absolutely wonderful, I couldn't recommend her enough! From the get-go she was kind, caring, trusting, and very attentive to our cat's needs. After her visits, she sent plenty of photos and videos which were such a joy to receive while we were away! She was also highly respectful of our home. Will definitely be re-booking in the future :)
Gokhan and Sue are fantastic! They are so communicative, caring, and thoughtful. They really get to know your cats, and genuinely care about them, playing in ways that will engage your cat and respecting their boundaries. They have great attention to detail, and provide excellent photos throughout the session. You know you can trust them to take great care of your babies! Thank you so much!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Richmond is $20
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Sitters in Richmond average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
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 Richmond on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 9,569 pet sitters in Richmond. 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 Richmond pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Richmond have an average of 14 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 Richmond.
Rover makes it easy to find Richmond 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 9,569 pet sitters in Richmond on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Richmond, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 91% 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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