House Sitting In Shockoe Bottom

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Sitter Profile Image: Oli L.
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Oli L.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
99 reviews
35 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23221

Oli was amazing yet again with our doggos and home. She stayed 10 days with them and kept up with their various medicine schedules. We couldn’t ask for more.

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Alexander S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
8 repeat clients
47 years of experience
Old Town Manchester, Richmond, VA, 23224

Alex took great care of our two dogs! He sent daily updates and photos. Our dogs really enjoyed their time with him. He left the house clean and tidied up. Very happy with the care our dogs got while we were gone, especially our senior!

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Sara G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
7 repeat clients
11 years of experience
The Fan, Richmond, VA, 23220

Sara was great with my dogs. I really appreciated how many photos she sent me while watching them and could see how well my anxious dogs were warming up to her.

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Alex H.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
38 years of experience
The Museum District, Richmond, VA, 23221

We look forward to working with Alexander again! Thank you for being so communicative with us.

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Emily B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
27 repeat clients
20 years of experience
The Fan, Richmond, VA, 23220

Larry and I LOVE Emily!!!! I have booked a few times and she has taken such great care of Larry. Most recently I was over seas and Larry needed treatment at the vet. No questions asked, she sprung into gear to get him the best treatment possible. She is Larry's and my life saver.

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Marissa J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
9 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Woodland Heights, Richmond, VA, 23225

Marissa did an absolutely fabulous job of taking care of our two "elderly" greyhounds for a week. She made them comfortable and secure by sticking to their routine and gave them lots of love. She sent pictures and gave us regular updates and was very responsive to any questions that we had so we never had to wonder what was going on. I would highly recommend Marissa!!

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Michele M.
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Kaleigh J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Scott's Addition, Richmond, VA, 23230

Kaleigh watched our dog overnight this weekend and was very communicative throughout the time we were away. She sent multiple pictures and let us know how our dog was doing. We appreciate her taking such good care of our pup for us!

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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
6 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23223

Jordyn was great! She was available super last minute July4th weekend. We set up a meet and greet same day and I was able to show her the routine for my pup and she followed it to a tee. She gave me consistent updates and communication regarding my pup! I felt super comfortable with her caring for him and he loved her. She also was super respectful of my place. I highly recommend her!

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Tiana S.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
5 years of experience
Old Town Manchester, Richmond, VA, 23224

We were so happy to find [Sitter’s Name]! She followed all instructions carefully and asked thoughtful questions when needed, which gave us peace of mind right away. After the first night, we knew our dogs were in great hands and we didn’t have to worry. She was reliable, attentive, and everything we hoped for in a sitter. We were impressed and would absolutely use her again and recommend her to others!

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Douglas B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
8 years of experience
Oregon Hill, Richmond, VA, 23220

About: I have over eight years of hands on pet care experience, including caring for a diabetic dog requiring consistent monitoring and medication management. I have cared for small, medium, and large dogs, as well as cats and other household pets. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine since I work from home and have a dog of my own. I’m available for regular walks, check ins, and plenty of attention throughout the day, with extra time on weekends for long walks, dog parks, and outdoor play. Whether in my home or a client’s home, the pet’s safety, comfort, and well being always come first. I follow their routine closely, maintain a clean environment, provide attentive supervision, and ensure they feel secure and cared for at all times.

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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23220

Haley was simply awesome!!! Great communication throughout the week she house sat for us, with plenty of pics of how our animals were doing. Came home to a home that was clean and dogs happy. Would highly reccomend and would use Haley again!!

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Jacob H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Oak Grove, Richmond, VA, 23224

Jacob is amazing and extremely mindful of our dogs wellbeing and the upkeep of the house. We love when he comes to sit and have peace of mind that everything is taken care of! Thanks 🫶

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Victor S.
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$65
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4.9 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
10 repeat clients
4 years of experience
The Museum District, Richmond, VA, 23220

Victor did great sitting for Ellie, kept her company all day, listened to her needs, gave her food and her medicine. Would absolutely book him again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Camryn M.
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Camryn M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Old Town Manchester, Richmond, VA, 23224

We had an excellent experience with Camryn. Her communication was outstanding from start to finish, quick responses, clear updates, and plenty of photos that gave us real peace of mind while we were away. Leaving senior dogs is never easy, but we truly felt comfortable and confident they were in good hands. She was attentive to their needs, patient, and clearly experienced with older dogs (and a mischievous cat). We came home to happy, well-cared-for pups and a smooth overall experience. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again.

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Liesel B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
9 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23219

Liesel was a great match for our dogs. She played fetch with the doodle to his hearts content. He told us! Will definitely hope to book her again. Thank you Liesel!

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Mitchell I.
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$40
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2 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23224

About: Hi there! I'm Mitchell, an experienced and passionate dog lover excited to take care of your furry friend. Whether your dog enjoys playtime, cuddles, or quiet walks, I provide personalized care to make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you're away. I offer a flexible and stress-free experience for both you and your dog, with plenty of attention, exercise, and fun! Your pup’s comfort and happiness are my top priority. Looking forward to meeting your furry companion and making them feel at home!" I am excited an eager to help out taking care of your furry friends and with 18 years of having pets and three years of experience watching dogs for friends I am willing and able to do what it takes to give your dog a quality experience and help out with whatever is needed. I am a teacher in Chesterfield County so I can be available all day on weekends, Saturday and Sunday, and after 4 PM on week days. I have two dogs, one is a beagle/dachshund mix that is 3 years old and a 10 month smaller sized lab/hound mix that are both under 30 pounds and live in a two floor condo with no yard. I am able to walk dogs and do pop in visits to check on your dogs.

Sitter Profile Image: Sarah W.
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Sarah W.
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$66
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23223

We highly recommend Sarah. She watched our dog over night for a weekend in June and went above and beyond for him. She sent many pictures and videos of him and it was clear he was having a blast and was well taken care of in our absence. He gets medication twice per day and she gave him his doses exactly when they were due each time. She is very communicative, responsive, and responsible. We will definitely be working with her again!

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Kate J.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23221

Kate took care of our husky-lab boy for a week while we were on our honeymoon. She did an absolutely fantastic job, sending us pictures and updates all throughout the trip, and being very respectful of his quirks. She left the house in spotless condition, even going above and beyond to ensure the house was perfect when we got home. Will definitely be reaching out for any future trips! 🖤🐶🐾

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Marlee C.
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Nancy C.
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$40
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8 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23224

About: I am recently retired from a 27 year career with adults with disabilities on a 500 acre farm. I have owned 3 dogs and 1 cat as an adult and lived with dogs throughout my childhood. I would love to come care for your pet(s) in their own home while you are away or on vacation. I prefer medium or small sized dogs and a cat or two. I am discreet, clean and responsible. If preferred, I could also just drop in for a visit of feeding, playing with or letting out for toileting. I live in Richmond and would drive up to 20 miles to provide this service. I can provide character references as well as house/dog sitting refernces. I won't let you down! I am currently retired and have flexible availability.i am.able to sleep.over at your home or make daily visits. I travel a few weeks each month but am available quite often. I can come and care for your dogs or cats in their own home. I can sleep over or come a few times in the day, whichever works well for you and your pet(s). I could also just walk your dog about 3 times a day, depending on how far you are from my Manchester neighborhood.

Sitter Profile Image: Katherine I.
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Katherine I.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
6 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Church Hill North, Richmond, VA, 23223

Katherine was a wonderful house guest and she took great care of my dog! She checked in twice a day and sent me pics of what my dog was up to. I will definitely be booking with her again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dawn was great with our 2 rambunctious doodles. She sent pics and updates regularly. Took them for numerous walks including a 5 mile walk at Pocahontas State Park! She also took great care of our house. We would definitely use her again!

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Lisa S.
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Always the best experience with Daniel! He’s been watching our pup for several years now and I always feel very comfortable leaving him and our home in Daniel’s care!

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Dudley M.
House Sitting
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Jenna took excellent care of our three dogs while we were away. With ages ranging from 11 to 5, each with different personalities and needs—including medications, specific feeding routines, and leash walks for our middle dog recovering from surgery—she followed our instructions carefully and made sure each pup was well cared for. She also treated our home with respect, leaving everything clean and tidy, and even took out the trash before she left. We’d be happy to have Jenna back again.

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Lawson S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Cheyenne did a wonderful job caring for our 3 aussies in our home while we were on vacation. She was very responsive and responsible. We will definitely hire her again for our pet care needs!

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Christina Y.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Charlotte was wonderful with my dog cher as always! She sent me tons of pictures and kept me updated on how things were going. Looking forward to having her stay with us again soon.

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Isabelle W.
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Danielle was wonderful. She is very professional and I felt completely comfortable leaving Pearl with her. Highly recommend her and hope to have her come and stay again.

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Janice N.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

DJ was great with our sweet girl & it being our very first rover! Our sweet ella girl was sick & dj took great care of her while we were away! Couldnt be happier with the way it went! 10/10 Recommend!

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maddison r.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sadie is always great with our pets and was willing to take on sitting for us on a very short notice during an emergency. We are grateful.

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Shiza A.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Our second time with Hollie! Our pup was cared for and loved, walked and fed, and communication was great! The house was left nicer than we left it :)

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Amanda P.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

We saw the wonderful reviews on Eula’s profile and had them over to meet our pups and chat through what we wanted. Very friendly, flexible and great with our dogs. We’ll certainly be using Eula again. Highly recommended.

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Jennifer G.
House Sitting
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Alexis was great!! She stayed in our home for 4 nights with our senior dog. We received tons of photos and updates. I will definitely use her again!

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Kay L.
House Sitting
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We’ve used Rebecca many times. She always does an amazing job taking care of our animals. Love the pics that she sends too.

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Justin M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Suzzie took great care of our cats while we were away for 4 days! We came back to clean litter boxes, a clean home, and happy cats. She communicated with us during the homestay and was available to provide pics when requested. I highly recommend her!

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Wes M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jacob and his partner helped look after our very high energy doggie while we were out of town! The house was spotless when we returned and it was clear Billie was in good hands :)

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Kylie H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

SUPER great house/puppy/bunny sitter! Maira constantly kept us in the loop, sent us pictures, took out the trash, kept the house tidy, brought in packages, respected our rules and did a fantastic job! I think we found our forever dog sitter! Thank you again :)

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Jen J.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ellea was great with our dog. We appreciated daily updates and pictures! Can't wait to book her again for our next trip. Thank you, Ellea!

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Josh and Amanda S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Marissa ensured Boris got important time sensitive medications. She sent a couple photos to let me know how he was doing. She is responsible and caring.

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Annie T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amaya took great care of our girl and home! We got tons of picture, videos, and updates. We would absolutely book again!

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Celeste L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ginny was wonderful with Arlo! She took him on nice long walks, sent detailed updates about how he was doing, and shared great photos. I felt really comfortable knowing he was in such good hands. She was attentive, communicative, and clearly cared about his wellbeing. I’ll definitely be booking with her again.

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Kylie O.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jakiya is amazing. Finn and Vada barely miss me when I am away. Finn loves the long walks and I love the photos. Thanks, Jakiya, for all you do!

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Jan H.
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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. Shockoe Bottom house sitters are great for:

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