House Sitting in Richmond
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1. Samantha J.

“Samantha is amazing and so so responsive. She watched our 3 dogs and 2 cats overnight. One of our dogs is a rescue who was previously very abused and extremely afraid of new people. She took her time with him and loved on him, he takes a long time to warm up to people and he laid his head on her lap the first night - this is HUGE!! We will definitely be using her over and over again. Could not recommend her enough!”




2. Nate W.


“Nate was awesome! Sent us furbaby pics daily and loved them when we couldn’t be there to! We highly recommend and will use his services again!”


3. Avery Y.

“Avery was so amazing! She was so sweet and our dog liked her immediately. She gave us updates and pictures everyday! Super quick communication and very flexible! We felt so confident leaving our dog with her. We will definitely use her again if we go out of town😊”


4. Lacey C.

“Lacey did an awesome job taking care of our fur babies and watering our outdoor plants. She sent us pictures of our pets and let us know how they were doing. I will definitely book Lacey again in the future!”


5. Cassandra D.

“Cassandra and her husband were amazing with our pup. Very kind and communicative and sent lots of photos and updates. So glad to have found them and will definitely ask them to sit for us again! :)”


6. Haylie C.

“Haylie was so sweet and and kind caring for our dog. She kept us connected while we were away by sending pics and updates. She was great at communicating and a pleasure to work with.”


7. Elena M.

“Elena was great with our kitten and chickens! She was very accomodating, as we originally thought she would be taking care of our doggo as well, but the cabin we rented allows dogs and he loves skiing. She changed the booking to reflect this and Bindi (our kitten) thrived under her care. She kept us abreast day to day of activities and feeding of the kitty, and even had a sighting of our older cats (some long time friends don't think we have other, older cats!). We wish she was going to be in Logan for a while but her future endeavors in Yellowstone sound amazing.”


8. Ali C.

“We so appreciated having Ali to watch over Ruby. She was accommodating to Ruby’s needs and wants while we were gone and Ruby was a happy girl when we got back. We would definitely use Ali’s services again!”


9. Morgan C.

“Morgan is amazing! She took such good care of my dogs and loved on them while we were gone for the weekend. We will definitely be booking with her again next time!”


10. Nichole S.

“A sudden overnight trip came up and with only 5 days notice and Nichole was still able to assist us AND do a meet and greet with my fussy rescue dog and oddball cat just to make sure everything will be okay. The meet and greet went great and I felt 1000% okay leaving my furbabies in such good company. Nichole was in constant contact with me in case of any issues or questions and both pets got a whole photo shoot of photos to share with us while we were away and missing our babies. I'm actually thinking of framing a handful of the pictures they were too cute and fun. The time, care and attention provided exceeded all my expectations and then some. It's comforting to know we have her closeby for future needs.”


11. Niyonta C.
“Niyonta is wonderful with animals. My dog instantly jumped in her arms like she was his mother! She is also knowledgable about animal nutrition and safety. She watched my dog Sparky, my Bichon Frisé for a week and a half while I was on vacation last month and I could rest easy the whole time. ”


12. Jean C.

“Dogs were content and well taken care of and Jean left everything in great shape!! He also was prompt in communicating which I really appreciate.”


13. Sophia T.
“Sophia, an animal lover, grew up with two cats and has also lived with dogs. She’s incredibly affectionate and caring towards all animals, and I’ve trusted her many times to watch my pets in the past.”


14. Megan S.

“Megan house sat for us and it she was awesome! Came home, house was as we left it. The boys seemed very happy and she was sending frequent pics with updates. Will rebook when we need a sitter again!”


15. Enckye M.

“Took great care of our ‘girls’, very responsive and respectful of our home. Hailey is easy to communicate with and felt so comfortable with her. Highly recommend.”


16. Eliza L.
“Eliza is amazing with animals of all kinds. She is caring, patient, responsible, respectful, loving and overall just an amazing person with animals + their owners. I would highly recommend Eliza!! Every single one of my animals that have met her have all loved her so very much!!”


17. Sammy M.
“Sammy is a lifelong lover of animals, she often notices the smallest changes in health or behavior quicker than anyone else. She has a playful yet gentle touch and shares an exitiable and friendly nature with any dog she meets.”


18. Sabrina C.

“We needed house-sitter pretty last minute for our two dogs. It's always a bit nerve wracking having someone stay at your house for the first time, but Sabrina was great! The dogs seemed very comfortable with her, and she did a great job taking care of them and the house. We got photo updates and she made sure the dogs got plenty of play time.”


19. Calista & Hannah B.
“I recommend Calista as trustworthy and kind pet giver. She counseled with me about my purchase of my family dog, met the breeder and took care of my puppy. Six years later I can add her willingness to coach me on grooming and training needs. Calista is devoted to the care of her own pets and is experienced in clear communication, advocating, and an energetic way of life.”


20. Ella Kate F.
“I am writing this to recommend Ella Kate as a responsible and loving pet caregiver. As a pet owner, I understand the importance of finding a trustworthy individual to care for my beloved pets. In this regard, Ella Kate has proven to be exceptional. She possesses a genuine love and passion for animals. This sincere affection is evident in the way she interacts with them. Whether it's engaging in playtime, going for long walks, or simply providing comfort and companionship, Ella Kate delivers. She is reliable, a good communicator, demonstrates professionalism and has strong integrity. She is a great choice to take care of your pets.”
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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 Jul 2024 was about $32 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 Jul 2024, there are 109 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, 85% of Richmond house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 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.
