Pet Sitting in Shadow
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Top rated Shadow pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Claire is absolutely awesome! It’s difficult any time you leave your fur babies at home for a prolonged period, it’s hard to know who to trust and if they will get along with that person too, but we truly were fortunate to have found Claire! My pups looked ecstatic every day they spent with her, her communication and pictures sent daily, make that time away less difficult. She spent time with them and was on time with all her check ins. We are so grateful to have her in our lives. You can tell how passionate she is about animals. Thanks for caring for our babies, like they were your own!”
“Holli has been fantastic with our cats! She is very sweet and goes the extra mile. We have had the best experience with her and we will absolutely continue to book her in the future.”
“Chelsea was great with our cat Minnie again. While we were gone, there was a spider problem at the house and Chelsea went above and beyond to make sure Minnie was taken care of. We appreciate her dedication to our cat. Would hire her again in a heartbeat!”
About: As a passionate animal advocate, I've had the privilege of serving as the Foster Care Coordinator at the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society for 1 year, while also volunteering with shelters throughout my adult life. Additionally, I'm a Certified Veterinarian Assistant, and my life's journey has been enriched by sharing it with diverse animals, from beloved domestic pets like dogs and cats, to hospice and senior animals. I'm committed to providing your cherished pets with the same love, care, and compassion that I've devoted to my own. I am thrilled to be available Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. If you have a special request for different hours, I invite you to share your needs and I will eagerly discuss and arrange a solution that works for you. I will nurture your fur babies with the same love and devotion I would shower upon my own precious little ones. With my extensive shelter experience, I have been blessed to work with dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes, temperaments and life stages. I have had the joy of caring for rambunctious puppies and the privilege of providing comfort to senior dogs and cats.
About: As a military spouse, I understand how hard it is to find great care at an affordable rate and possibly the last minute. My goal is to provide love for your babies so that you may focus on whatever calls you away without any worries. I work remotely so any needs or schedules for your babies will be met promptly and to your liking. Please prepare a written list that I may follow. Things to expect when dropping off your babies: Your babies will be provided their own space within my sight at all times (until bedtime) and that space can be adjusted to fit their needs (bigger or smaller). They will be provided food, clean water, cuddles, and as much playtime as they need. If they have any special needs I will ask for written instructions and provide those needs as necessary. I can provide as much or as little communication as you prefer and make sure your babies are doing great while away.
“It was a holiday weekend and stressful to begin with, especially finding care for Maxx. Rebecca made that the least of my worries. She was really great with Maxx (he is a big boy and can be a handful) and the high points of my days away were her comments and pictures of what they did together and how he was doing. She also did a lot of little things she really didn't have to: taking him for a little walk, scooping my cat's box, taking out the trash, etc. I really could not have made a better choice! Thanks Rebecca!”
“Linda really put me at ease and was great with my dogs too. We had a great meet and greet and my dogs warmed right up to her. Even my standoffish dog was more at ease around Lina than she is with most people coming to the house. Linda really knows her way around dogs and having someone you can trust with your furbabies is a lifesaver!”
About: I've loved animals since I was a kid and have cared for many throughout my life! I was tasked with raising my family dog since she was a puppy when I was in high school, and I helped my college roommate with her puppy! I have walked/boarded many dogs and cats since moving to Virginia! Being in the military, my coworkers travel a lot so I have become the workplace's go-to "pet auntie." I genuinely love to spoil pets and providing them with a safe and homey environment while their loved ones are out! I have a fairly flexible work schedule so I can come back to my home or to your home to take care of your pet! Early morning, lunch, and evenings are especially free, so I can work around that depending on your needs. I do not own pets, so they will be here as a single child in the case they are boarded! Crates, food, litter boxes, etc will need to be provided as I don't own those things. I have access to many parks around my neighborhood, so walkability is not an issue!
About: i've taken care of dogs since I was 11 and I've had a cat for almost ten years now. I love spending time with all breeds! I am currently working part time, so I will have plenty of time to play with, take care of, and love on your fur babies. I'll take care of your animals whichever way you see fit. I have a fenced in back yard and will crate them if you see fit.
“Melanie was fantastic taking care of my cat, Jimmy. I went out of state for Christmas and had her come twice a day for a week to feed him and clean his litter box. She sent me pics, videos and notes the whole time which was comforting since I had never left him for more than 2 days before this trip. She even took my trash and cleaned out the sink of his bowls. I can definitely recommend Melanie!”
About: I have owned, trained and taken care of a huge variety of breeds, temperaments and sizes. My current dog is a 120lb Shiloh Shepherd. My last was a 7lb Rat Terrier, Chihuahua mix! I'm currently in school online and self employed, so I can modify my schedule to fit your needs! From early mornings, to late in the evening, I have you covered! Pets are part of your family and as such, will be treated with the utmost care, respect and diligence. It is a big leap to trust a stranger with a family member, and I strive to provide the best care for you pet!
About: Creator and owner of dauchshund to the Rescue.I've always had a passion for animals since I was a little girl.I'm currently going to school for veterinary medicine. My life revolves around taking care of animals while running the rescue so I am always home to take care of all of their needs. Each dog and cat is different, so it's on a case-by-case basis, I always like to observe their behavior and take care of them based on what they seem comfortable with.
“Nicole is a very compassionate and caring dog watcher. She was attentive to Bella and let me know how things were going throughout her visits. She’s is very flexible and I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs someone to watch their dog.”
About: I have loved animals all my life. I currently have the pleasure of caring for 3 dogs, a bird and an outdoor cat in my home. 1 of my dogs is senior and requires medication daily. I love birds and would board your bird in a heartbeat! I think pets just make life better. Until you need to find pet care and it’s super expensive! I offer low cost pet care in my home on the weekends so that you can go on a weekend trip. One day when I retire I hope to open that up to everyday of the week, but for now I work full time. My house has a large fenced backyard where dogs can roam and play. I also have a husky/border collie and a corgi mix who would love to be a companion to your dog for the weekend. They love when friends come to play. I currently care for my moms dog every time she goes on vacation and thought, hey, why don’t I start up this little pet sitting business on the side since I enjoy having furry buddies around. Everytime Brownie comes she gets treated like a queen with lots of attention and love. Don’t you want that for your dog, instead of a cold crate at the vet? Just hire me and your dog will feel like it’s on vacation too. I work full-time so a weekend situation would be best if you want your pet to have attention all day. Otherwise, I get home at 3 everyday and would be open to boarding during the week if you were okay with that. My dogs get let out around 10 am by my husband and just lounge and sleep all day until 3 pm when I get home. It works for us :) I have a fenced yard and 2 friendly dogs that can keep your dogs company. My other dog is senior and is separated from the bunch due to her being blind and deaf. She’s still loved like family, just in her own doggy play pen for safety. If you need senior dog care, I’m your sitter, as I have plenty of experience with my own shitzhu, Beauty. I always make sure there’s fresh water, and give snacks during the day. I dental bone a day and two meals. Whatever your dog’s food preferences are, I can do. I am used to giving medication daily as well.
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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.
Claire P.Star Sitter
“Claire is absolutely awesome! It’s difficult any time you leave your fur babies at home for a prolonged period, it’s hard to know who to trust and if they will get along with that person too, but we truly were fortunate to have found Claire! My pups looked ecstatic every day they spent with her, her communication and pictures sent daily, make that time away less difficult. She spent time with them and was on time with all her check ins. We are so grateful to have her in our lives. You can tell how passionate she is about animals. Thanks for caring for our babies, like they were your own!”
Holli A.Star Sitter
“Holli has been fantastic with our cats! She is very sweet and goes the extra mile. We have had the best experience with her and we will absolutely continue to book her in the future.”
Chelsea C.
“Chelsea was great with our cat Minnie again. While we were gone, there was a spider problem at the house and Chelsea went above and beyond to make sure Minnie was taken care of. We appreciate her dedication to our cat. Would hire her again in a heartbeat!”
Ruthanne R.
“Ruthanne truly enjoys caring for animals. I've seen her comforting a young puppy with health issues to make him feel safe and loved while he was receiving medical treatment at the shelter. I've also seen her with multiple puppies and kittens at different times and also sharing her workspace with a senior cat on one occasion . In every scenario, Ruthanne was so patient, calm and caring, giving each animal what they needed at that moment. I would certainly feel comfortable with her caring for all of my fur babies!”
Kacie R.
“Kacie is incredibly patient and caring with animals. She follows a structured schedule, which ensures pets are always cared for on time. Her attention to detail is unmatched she plans everything thoroughly, making sure each pet’s individual needs are met. I completely trust her with any pet, knowing she gives them love and consistency”
Avery C.
“2nd time having Avery watch our 3 babies and she was amazing!!! Checked in with us, sent us sweet photos, and kept our pups and kitty happy. 100/10 she is the best!”
Catherine L.
“Catherine is a gem!! She's wonderful with Sierra and really loves watching her. Very reliable, considerate and friendly. Would highly recommend!”
Rebecca M.
“It was a holiday weekend and stressful to begin with, especially finding care for Maxx. Rebecca made that the least of my worries. She was really great with Maxx (he is a big boy and can be a handful) and the high points of my days away were her comments and pictures of what they did together and how he was doing. She also did a lot of little things she really didn't have to: taking him for a little walk, scooping my cat's box, taking out the trash, etc. I really could not have made a better choice! Thanks Rebecca!”
Linda U.Star Sitter
“Linda really put me at ease and was great with my dogs too. We had a great meet and greet and my dogs warmed right up to her. Even my standoffish dog was more at ease around Lina than she is with most people coming to the house. Linda really knows her way around dogs and having someone you can trust with your furbabies is a lifesaver!”
Yuna L.
“Yuna took care of my cat kitty and was excellent. Kitty is an old man at 16 years old and has a bunch of complications that she was able to navigate through while I was on tdy. Kitty was happy and healthy and I would trust yuna with any animal I would need watched.”
Trenton L.
“Hello,my name is Teresa Joyner,I fell and broke my back February 9th. I reached out to my friend Trenton Lyles to see if he could help me walk my 3 dogs,and he graciosly agreed to help me. I have 2 pit bulls ,Angel and Nala,and a hound dog Freddie. They all feel in love with Trent. He NEVER missed a day in over 2 months, always on time,and went over and beyond in helping me during my recovery. He would go to the grocery store for me, bring in my chewy.com orders due to me not being able to lift heavy objects,the list just goes on and on. I highly recommend this young man. He is an animal lover and excelled at every task asked of him.”
Travis B.
“Travis is a very good petsitter for my cat! I appreciate that my cat is calm and happy after Travis' caretaking visits.”
jessie l.
“Communicative and took good care of my pups.”
Melanie H.
“Melanie was fantastic taking care of my cat, Jimmy. I went out of state for Christmas and had her come twice a day for a week to feed him and clean his litter box. She sent me pics, videos and notes the whole time which was comforting since I had never left him for more than 2 days before this trip. She even took my trash and cleaned out the sink of his bowls. I can definitely recommend Melanie!”
Connor D.
“Thank you so much!!!”
Meredith N.
“Meredith did such a great job with our pups! Our rescues are very hesitant with anyone new, but she was able to get them to open up. Highly recommend!”
Samuel J.
About: I have owned, trained and taken care of a huge variety of breeds, temperaments and sizes. My current dog is a 120lb Shiloh Shepherd. My last was a 7lb Rat Terrier, Chihuahua mix! I'm currently in school online and self employed, so I can modify my schedule to fit your needs! From early mornings, to late in the evening, I have you covered! Pets are part of your family and as such, will be treated with the utmost care, respect and diligence. It is a big leap to trust a stranger with a family member, and I strive to provide the best care for you pet!
Stephanie A.
“Stephanie is truly an extraordinary individual, embodying the utmost love, trustworthiness, and kindness! I had the privilege of meeting her while working together at the Humane Society, and I witnessed firsthand her immense compassion for all animals. She selflessly opened her heart and home to injured animals in need of healing and decompression from the shelter. Her heart is a boundless wellspring of love, and I would entrust her with the care of my beloved pets without hesitation!😸♥️🐶”
Nicole F.
“Nicole is a very compassionate and caring dog watcher. She was attentive to Bella and let me know how things were going throughout her visits. She’s is very flexible and I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs someone to watch their dog.”
Jessica S.
About: I have loved animals all my life. I currently have the pleasure of caring for 3 dogs, a bird and an outdoor cat in my home. 1 of my dogs is senior and requires medication daily. I love birds and would board your bird in a heartbeat! I think pets just make life better. Until you need to find pet care and it’s super expensive! I offer low cost pet care in my home on the weekends so that you can go on a weekend trip. One day when I retire I hope to open that up to everyday of the week, but for now I work full time. My house has a large fenced backyard where dogs can roam and play. I also have a husky/border collie and a corgi mix who would love to be a companion to your dog for the weekend. They love when friends come to play. I currently care for my moms dog every time she goes on vacation and thought, hey, why don’t I start up this little pet sitting business on the side since I enjoy having furry buddies around. Everytime Brownie comes she gets treated like a queen with lots of attention and love. Don’t you want that for your dog, instead of a cold crate at the vet? Just hire me and your dog will feel like it’s on vacation too. I work full-time so a weekend situation would be best if you want your pet to have attention all day. Otherwise, I get home at 3 everyday and would be open to boarding during the week if you were okay with that. My dogs get let out around 10 am by my husband and just lounge and sleep all day until 3 pm when I get home. It works for us :) I have a fenced yard and 2 friendly dogs that can keep your dogs company. My other dog is senior and is separated from the bunch due to her being blind and deaf. She’s still loved like family, just in her own doggy play pen for safety. If you need senior dog care, I’m your sitter, as I have plenty of experience with my own shitzhu, Beauty. I always make sure there’s fresh water, and give snacks during the day. I dental bone a day and two meals. Whatever your dog’s food preferences are, I can do. I am used to giving medication daily as well.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Shadow on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $18 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 Aug 2025, there are 174 pet sitters in Shadow. 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, 88% of Shadow pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Shadow.
Rover makes it easy to find Shadow 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 174 pet sitters in Shadow on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened 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.
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