Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Southwest Quadrant, Alexandria, VA
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Top rated Southwest Quadrant pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.

“Hilary was amazing!! She was very attentive to my fur baby and sent lots of photos and details! I am so happy I had her help when I was away. Would recommend her to anyone i know! I felt relived and knew my dog was in great hands! 10/10!”


“Very good sitter. Was extremely prompt in coming over to give my pet rat medication. Was very good with my little guy, followed all my instructions and sent good pictures and notes. I would definitely use his services again.”


“As usual Zoe goes out of her way to care for my pet. She sends great photos of my cat playing and being petted. She is always positive and helpful I greatly value her. She is amazing!”


“Mariana did a wonderful job keeping our dog company on a few occasions while we were out of town! She arrived promptly, gave our dog plenty of attention, and left us comprehensive notes, so we knew our dog was in good hands!”


“Rebekah was amazing! Our kitties instantly felt comfortable with her and she was very communicative (updates and lots of pics!). We will definitely be booking her again 😊”


“Katie took amazing care of my cats — feeding them, scooping the litterbox, playing with them, and sending me lots of pictures of them! My cats were very happy and healthy when I returned. I highly recommend Katie!”


“Thank you, Randy, for being available to take care of Jenny on such short notice! She enjoyed meeting you. I felt at ease knowing that you would look after her. Until the next time! Juan.”


“Andrea has been amazing! The dogs love her. She is very responsive and gives great updates in her visit details. She was willing to stop by ahead of our first scheduled drop-in to meet the pups. I’ve rebooked with her and plan to continue!”


About: I have several years of experience caring for dogs, including daily walks, feeding, bathing, and administering medications. I have experience caring for senior dogs and understand the extra patience, gentleness, and attention they require. I’m patient, reliable, and genuinely care about the well-being of every animal I look after. Pet care is an important part of my daily routine. I make sure to schedule regular walks, feeding, playtime, and rest periods to keep pets happy and healthy. I keep pets safe by removing anything that could harm them and watching them closely. I follow all owner instructions and build trust by understanding each pet’s needs. Whether at my home or theirs, I create a calm, clean space where pets feel comfortable and cared for.

“Jennifer was amazing! She was incredibly communicative, tried different things to make sure my cat was eating when she noticed she was a little nervous, and she even offered to water my herbs. I felt so calm knowing my cat was in such safe hands while we were away. I would always recommend Jennifer!”


“Kathyrn was wonderful! Prompt and professional. Sent lots of great communication and photos, too. She even came over before our travel to meet us and our cat. We will be using her again in the future!”


“Susan has been kind, considerate, and a great help with Beans! I feel comfortable trusting her with my pups. We will definitely be using her services again :)”


“Kristin was very communicative with everything she needed and took really good care of my old cat Bella. She also gave her medications and made sure she was ok. We definitely recommend her!”


“Katie was fantastic! She was super friendly and sent lots of pictures and updates. Our dog always looked like she was having a blast. I will definitely be using Katie again!”


“Outstanding experience. Laura was incredibly professional and responsive, taking great care of our pets during the holidays. When we arrived back earlier than expected, Laura insisted on modifying the booking even though I offer to pay her for the originally agreed number of visits. We came home to happy cats and a clean, fresh-smelling home. Your cats are in great hands with her!”


About: I've taken care of dogs all ages and breeds since I was about 8, and have spent a great deal of time caring for small breeds and seniors. I'm experienced in senior care involving medication regimens, dietary restrictions, and attentiveness to exercise and bathroom needs, as well as all the extra loving in between! Conversely, I have a good deal of experience in sticking to the puppy training schedule and command words as well as the patience necessary in the learning process. I'm currently a graduate student on summer break and have all the time in the world to look after your fur babies! I am available most (if not all) weekends as well as during the work week through the end of August I am able to commute to your home to care for your pets and adhere to whatever their daily schedule may look like. From walks, meals, nap time, and everything in between I am able to accommodate most services to keep them comfortable in your absence!
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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.


Hilary T.
Star Sitter


“Hilary was amazing!! She was very attentive to my fur baby and sent lots of photos and details! I am so happy I had her help when I was away. Would recommend her to anyone i know! I felt relived and knew my dog was in great hands! 10/10!”


Shane J.


“Very good sitter. Was extremely prompt in coming over to give my pet rat medication. Was very good with my little guy, followed all my instructions and sent good pictures and notes. I would definitely use his services again.”


Zoe N.Star Sitter

“As usual Zoe goes out of her way to care for my pet. She sends great photos of my cat playing and being petted. She is always positive and helpful I greatly value her. She is amazing!”


Mariana T.Star Sitter

“Mariana did a wonderful job keeping our dog company on a few occasions while we were out of town! She arrived promptly, gave our dog plenty of attention, and left us comprehensive notes, so we knew our dog was in good hands!”


Rebekah N.
Star Sitter


“Rebekah was amazing! Our kitties instantly felt comfortable with her and she was very communicative (updates and lots of pics!). We will definitely be booking her again 😊”


Katie P.
Star Sitter


“Katie took amazing care of my cats — feeding them, scooping the litterbox, playing with them, and sending me lots of pictures of them! My cats were very happy and healthy when I returned. I highly recommend Katie!”


Randy M.
Star Sitter


“Thank you, Randy, for being available to take care of Jenny on such short notice! She enjoyed meeting you. I felt at ease knowing that you would look after her. Until the next time! Juan.”


Andrea K.

“Andrea has been amazing! The dogs love her. She is very responsive and gives great updates in her visit details. She was willing to stop by ahead of our first scheduled drop-in to meet the pups. I’ve rebooked with her and plan to continue!”


Sofía P.
About: I have several years of experience caring for dogs, including daily walks, feeding, bathing, and administering medications. I have experience caring for senior dogs and understand the extra patience, gentleness, and attention they require. I’m patient, reliable, and genuinely care about the well-being of every animal I look after. Pet care is an important part of my daily routine. I make sure to schedule regular walks, feeding, playtime, and rest periods to keep pets happy and healthy. I keep pets safe by removing anything that could harm them and watching them closely. I follow all owner instructions and build trust by understanding each pet’s needs. Whether at my home or theirs, I create a calm, clean space where pets feel comfortable and cared for.


Jennifer D.

“Jennifer was amazing! She was incredibly communicative, tried different things to make sure my cat was eating when she noticed she was a little nervous, and she even offered to water my herbs. I felt so calm knowing my cat was in such safe hands while we were away. I would always recommend Jennifer!”


Kathryn K.Star Sitter

“Kathyrn was wonderful! Prompt and professional. Sent lots of great communication and photos, too. She even came over before our travel to meet us and our cat. We will be using her again in the future!”


Susan D.Star Sitter

“Susan has been kind, considerate, and a great help with Beans! I feel comfortable trusting her with my pups. We will definitely be using her services again :)”


Byul Y.Star Sitter

“Byul took exceptional care of our pup with walks, pets, and lots of love. She sent lots of pictures and updates and went above and beyond for us!”


Nicollette J.Star Sitter

“Nikki is wonderful and Moose really took to her. She is responsive, sends photos and visit recaps too! We will definitely be rebooking her! :)”


Brooke S.Star Sitter

“Brooke is amazing and very responsive!”


Kristin L.Star Sitter

“Kristin was very communicative with everything she needed and took really good care of my old cat Bella. She also gave her medications and made sure she was ok. We definitely recommend her!”


Katie Y.Star Sitter

“Katie was fantastic! She was super friendly and sent lots of pictures and updates. Our dog always looked like she was having a blast. I will definitely be using Katie again!”


Emma T.Star Sitter

“Emma was so good with my two cats and spent time petting and cuddling with them in addition to taking care of them. Very communicative and reliable!”


Laura & Simon L.
Star Sitter


“Outstanding experience. Laura was incredibly professional and responsive, taking great care of our pets during the holidays. When we arrived back earlier than expected, Laura insisted on modifying the booking even though I offer to pay her for the originally agreed number of visits. We came home to happy cats and a clean, fresh-smelling home. Your cats are in great hands with her!”


Natalie J.Star Sitter
“I have known Natalie for years and seen her interact with several different dogs! She is knowledgeable and gives so much attention to animals she encounters. I regularly trust her to take care of my own dog.”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Southwest Quadrant on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $24 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of Southwest Quadrant pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Southwest Quadrant.
Rover makes it easy to find Southwest Quadrant 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
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.
