House Sitting In South West Washington, D. C.
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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.
“Once again, Nico was great with Pierre-Poupon, took him on lots of adventures, and even did some laundry for me (which I was completely surprised by)! I look forward to using her services in the upcoming year.”
“This was our first outing with Alayza, and she is now on our go-to list! She got to know 2 older dogs that aren't always simple - and both gave her high marks! They quickly wanted to hang close to her!”
“Mark was amazing with our dog, going above and beyond with him when we were out of town. We have a high energy dog and mark took him on several long walks. He was really great about sending photos too! And he took great care of our cat , checking on her multiple times . We look forward to working with him again soon!”
“Very pleased. Mirren to instantly bonded with Jinja! Plus she arrived on time, was very nice, communicated well, and sent me cute updates throughout the house sitting period.”
“Russell was an excellent sitter in our home for our demanding cat while we were away for 10 days. He sent lots of pictures and asked good questions. It was super clear how much he cared about her well-being and loves animals. We would highly recommend Russell as a pet/house-sitter!”
“She was terrific watching my dog and two cats while I was away! It helped me to enjoy my vacation even more knowing that they were being so well taken care of! She kept me updated and sent plenty of pictures.”
“Amazing! Kai took such great care of my dog; gave him a ton of attention and took him out to meet his family which was very sweet. Rio seemed to have a blast with him, I will absolutely be using Kai again in the future. Thank you!”
“Nicholas & Larissa are extremely kind and took extra great care of our anxious dog! I was nervous about finding someone new but they were amazing and she was very comfortable with them. They were also consistent with sending updates/photos which means a lot :) We will 100% be booking them again!”
“Virginia provided such great care for our two dogs. She provided great updates and pictures, and went above and beyond when our little guy was not feeling well. It gave us great peace of mind when we were out of town that she cared for our dogs like her own.”
“Katelyn has watched our two dogs twice and she was excellent both times! She is very communicative, sends a lot of photos and the dogs feel very comfortable with her. We would love to have her watch them again!”
“Jayme took amazing care of our cat while we were away for two weeks on our honeymoon. He kept us updated daily and provided lots of pictures. We’ve used Jayme before and plan on using him again and again!”
“We hired Karima to pet sit/house sit while we went away for a few days. It was our first time leaving our two dogs at home because traveling and leaving them at someone else’s house causes them stress in their older age, and we are so happy we found Karima! She followed their schedule perfectly and administered medication to our older guy. She provided videos and updates which put us at ease. She also left the house spotless and the dogs were happily exhausted by the time we got home. We will be hiring her again in the future!”
“Kymberlee did an amazing job taking care of our dogs. She even won over our anxious dog very quickly. Kymberlee was extremely communicative before and during her stay. We will absolutely use her again.”
“Taylor watched our two kittens while we were away. Since I had never had cats before, I appreciated her knowledge and the good care she provided while we were traveling. She sent us pictures and daily updates. I also appreciated the good care she took of our house. I'm happy to hire Taylor again!”
“Shannon was amazing with my dog Cash while I was away for a few days! Shannon provided daily pictures and videos, as well as updates as to how he was doing. I was very impressed with how detailed she was in her updates, and I didn’t worry at all about him while I was away! I highly recommend Shannon!”
“Emma was very flexible and helpful when she extended the visit when my travels got delayed due to weather. I appreciated her flexibility and communication so much!”
“I am so lucky to have found Lauren. She is so good with my dog who has a lot of separation anxiety but he quickly warmed up to her wonderful personality and is so comfortable with her. I can’t praise her enough. She always keeps me updated and will continue to be our #1 go to :)”
About: What sets me apart is my calm, patient approach and my genuine love for both cats and dogs. I pay close attention to each pet’s personality, routine, and comfort level, making sure they feel safe and cared for at all times. Whether your pet is shy, energetic, or a senior who needs a gentler touch, I adapt my care to their specific needs. I’m reliable, detail-oriented, and always respectful of your home. I also keep owners updated with photos and detailed notes after every visit so you always know how your fur baby is doing. I work weekdays in the evening, so I would be able to fit pet care in on weekdays between 8AM - 2:30PM. I am available for boarding only on weekends! I care for cats by treating them like the tiny house royalty they are. In your home, I stick to their kingdom’s routine—serving meals right on schedule, keeping their water fresh, and maintaining a spotless litter throne. I match their purr-sonality: wild zoomie warriors get playtime adventures, while nap-loving loafs enjoy gentle chin scratches and cozy company. You’ll receive daily photo “meow-ssages,” and I always watch for changes in mood or behavior. I keep their space tidy so their realm stays peaceful. My mission: a stress-free stay that leaves your cat feeling safe, adored, and properly pampered.
“Olivia was wonderful! She was accomodating, flexible, professional and I felt very comfortable with her watching our pup over the weekend. She sent photos multiple times and was very courteous. Very happy owners and will be asking her to watch our pup again!”
Over 966 pet parents in South West have booked house sitting
South West pet parents share their Rover experiences
Corie did a very good job taking care of my two senior dogs over a three-day weekend. The dogs seemed very content and liked her company. She sent daily pictures. She adapted to their walking styles and did additional separate walks. She was able to administer their medication, as instructed. She left my home as she found it. She is also pleasant and prompt.
AnnaSophia was absolutely amazing! She was so thoughtful and caring throughout the entire boarding process. Not only did she treat noodle (who’s only 11 weeks old) with love, she treated my home with love too and left everything spotless! She sent many pictures throughout the day which really eased my mind since it was my first time away from my puppy for the entire day. She was extremely flexible and communicative - I will 100% be booking with her again!
If you are fortunate enough to be able to book Spencer to watch your pets, don’t hesitate ! He looked after our dog Bentley for 2 days and sent at least 12 photos to us during his time with Bentley. We have never felt so comfortable with any of our pet sitters.
Audrey-Anne took great care of my 8 year-old, 95 lb golden retriever! She came over for a meet and greet ahead of time and my dog took to her quickly! My pup can be reactive to other dogs and Audrey-Anne was completely comfortable with that! She was very communicative and responsive throughout the weekend and provided great videos and pictures. I felt so relieved that he was in good hands!!
We hired Karima to pet sit/house sit while we went away for a few days. It was our first time leaving our two dogs at home because traveling and leaving them at someone else’s house causes them stress in their older age, and we are so happy we found Karima! She followed their schedule perfectly and administered medication to our older guy. She provided videos and updates which put us at ease. She also left the house spotless and the dogs were happily exhausted by the time we got home. We will be hiring her again in the future!
Jocqueisha was great with Charlie, made sure he was comfortable and doing things at his own pace (which is important for a shy dog)! Jocqueisha was great at keeping me up to speed on how Charlie was doing, making me more comfortable being away. She also was very accommodating when we had timing issues because of our flights being delayed. I would highly recommend her and will definitely reach out to rebook in the future!
Daniel was incredible! He was very communicative and sent the best pictures of our two dogs while we were away. We’ve had some negative experiences with other sitters in the past, so I was hesitant to use Rover again, but Daniel completely put us at ease. He went above and beyond, and we are so happy we found him. We cannot recommend him enough!
Sonja is a loving and attentive pet sitter. My pup really enjoyed her company. She took long walks, played with him and ensured he was comfortable. Sonja communicated clearly, sent lots of pictures and left our home as she found it. We will definitely use Sonja again and highly recommend her.
Jire was so awesome! She came prepared for the Meet & Greet and made me feel confident in meeting our expectations. Our pup bonded with her so fast and Jire was so attentive to my girl. She communicated with me great updates and sent pics/vids throughout her sitting. Happy to work with Jire again!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in South West is $50
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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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Sitters in South West average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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 South West on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $50 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 Jun 2026, there are 10,471 house sitters in South West. 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 South West house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in South West have an average of 13 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 South West.
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. South West 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.
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