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Sitter Profile Image: Collette J.
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Collette J.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
8 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

“Collette was a dream sitter. Stayed full time with my senior pups and my house was exactly as it was when I left. No dishes in the sink, no mess. If anything, they are exhausted from being spoiled to pieces. It’s hard to find a sitter who won’t leave the pups alone for hours on end…if you’re looking for someone who truly cares, book Collette!”

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Riley S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
7 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Riley was truly top notch. She stayed at our house with Rascal for a week while we were out of the country. She made sure to update us every day, and it was clear from the photos and videos that he was really comfortable with her. Not only was the house spotless, she decorated to celebrate that we got engaged while we were gone. Highly recommend, we are absolutely using her again.”

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Ashley B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 88 reviews
8 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Could not be happier with Ashley! She came at the last minute and so very helpful. My Minnie absolutely loves her and we feel confident leaving Minnie with her.”

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Olivia A.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
15 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23116

“Olivia was amazing! She followed all our directions and took such good care of our girl! We’d certainly recommend Olivia to anyone!!”

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Nikki B.
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$66
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
10 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Nikki took great care of our pups and home while we were away for a few days. She was responsive, polite, and professional. Happy to recommend her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Andy S.
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Andy S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
10 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23116

About: I grew up with a dog when I was really little. Growing up I dog sat and walked for my neighbors many times. Led me to be an all around animal lover, which is why I am an environmental studies major at VCU. Currently as college student at VCU(one class everyday Monday-Thursday), my weekends are usually open all day. I am used to waking up early but also very flexible. I like to take note of small habit and dos and don’ts to look back and be thorough in pet care. I am well versed in what dangerous for pets as I grew up with pets and have lived with both cats and dogs.

Sitter Profile Image: Madelaine E.
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Madelaine E.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
45 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Eastland Park-Dixie Plantation, Richmond, VA, 23230

“Madelaine was great to work with. She was responsive to my messages and to the needs of our dogs, one of whom is a senior. They enjoyed her company and I had peace of mind on my trip!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Eddie S.
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Eddie S.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 74 reviews
24 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Eddie was fabulous. We were gone for a week and when we returned the house was in perfect shape and the dogs were happy. He sent lots of welcome communication, cared for one of our dogs with an injury, and even watered the outside plants when they looked dry! He's among the best dog sitters we've had and we hope to rebook.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Victor S.
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Victor S.
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$70
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
14 repeat clients
4 years of experience
The Museum District, Richmond, VA, 23220

“This was the first time V dogsat for us and it was a wonderful experience! V was easy to communicate with, took excellent care of our pup, and even went above and beyond on caring for our home. Highly recommend!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Triston N.
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Triston N.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Fulton, Richmond, VA, 23231

“Triston was incredible! We had to book last minute and Triston stepped up to take care of our 2 dogs and 4 cats! I will definitely be booking with Triston in the future!!”

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Lucas H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23227

“Lucas was a great sitter. Very communicative and went above and beyond just walking and feeding my senior dog. Highly recommended sitter Lucas is.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlyn M.
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Kaitlyn M.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23116

“Kaitlyn was absolutely amazing dogsitting for my Lola while I was away for a couple of days. I got frequent updates and photos (always love those). Would definitely use her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alex K.
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Alex K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23223

“Our 2 dogs loved Alex from the moment they saw her. We left them for 6 days and Alex stayed with them night and day. They were so relaxed & healthy upon our return. Our neighbors reported that every time they saw the dogs, they were their normal happy selves. Our house was as clean as we had left it. We will definitely use Alex again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicholas C.
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Nicholas C.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23220

“Nick took greats care of my two aussies and my home!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Tatiana R.
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Tatiana R.
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$30
per night
10 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

About: I have always loved animals and have had pets throughout my life. I have cared for my own dogs, as well as pets belonging to family, friends, and neighbors. I had a Basset Hound who was part of my family for 10 years, and I also have a Golden Retriever who has been with my family since she was a puppy. I truly enjoy spending time with animals and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I am a caring, responsible, and patient person who genuinely enjoys being around animals. I love getting to know each pet’s personality and making sure they feel happy, safe, and comfortable while their family is away. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes, including puppies and larger dogs, and I am also happy to care for cats. I would love the opportunity to give your pets the same love and attention I would give my own. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I will carefully follow your instructions and your pet’s normal routine, including feeding, walks, medication if needed, and any other specific care. I will also keep you updated during my visits or stay so you can feel confident that your pet is happy, safe, and well cared for.

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Taylor S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
1 repeat client
22 years of experience
Hanover, VA, 23069

“Taylor treated our two babies like they were hers.”

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Mindy M.
Sitter Profile Image: Kaycey H.
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Kaycey H.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
16 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Kacey did a great job taking care of our 9 yr old pug for 10 days at our house! Our dog is high maintenance and am comfortable that he was well cared for while we were gone! I would most certainly higher Kacey back!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Marina S.
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Marina S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
10 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23225

“Marina was fantastic highly recommend her great communicator and Butch loved having her watch him”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kendall V.
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Kendall V.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
12 years of experience
Shockoe Bottom, Richmond, VA, 23223

“One of a kind! Kendall is incredibly reliable and a wonderful communicator. We felt our animals were in good hands the entire week. Last minute our cat got an infection and she didn’t bat an eye to administering his medication daily. Our cats were both relaxed and happy when we got home, plus the dishes were done and the house was tidy!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Isaiah M.
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Isaiah M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Chester, VA, 23836

“We are so grateful for Isaiah! We had to leave town last minute, and he worked with us every step of the way. He came by beforehand to meet our dogs and has a lot of experience. One of our dogs is a new adoption, and she really only likes me, but he was able to get her to a place where she was comfortable and not stressed around him. That alone says a lot about how good he is. He was accommodating to whatever we needed during the sit and was respectful of our home. When we got back, our pets were happy, relaxed, and acting completely like themselves. We’ve had experiences in the past where you could immediately tell the level of care they received, and this was the opposite. It truly felt like they had been cared for the way we would care for them. Isaiah was that person. We will definitely be reaching out to him again in the future.”

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Brienia B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Olivia was amazing! She followed all our directions and took such good care of our girl! We’d certainly recommend Olivia to anyone!!

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Stefanie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Bryan did a great job of taking care of 1 senior dog and 1 higher energy dog at the same time. Leaving them at home with Bryan and keeping their regular routines worked out great. We will ask him to care for them again for sure!

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Cindy G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I was gone for ten days and Bryan had great questions during our meet and greet, covering all the important areas. Bryan's work-from-home status meant he was able to provide a more consistent presence for my pup while I was gone. The photos Bryan posted during my trip were reassuring and it looked like he and my pup genuinely bonded with each other; on return my pup seemed healthy and happy. Bryan was responsive when I reached out with questions and posted photos every couple of days. Otherwise, written communication was more reactive than proactive so for those who like frequent unprompted reports, you should explicitly ask for that. That said, I'd hire him again without hesitation.

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Gretchen R.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Studley on Rover is $67 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $38 and $67 per night. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 1,442 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Studley. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Studley walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Studley maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

<b>Tip:</b> Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Studley choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.

During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet .

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Studley. On Rover:

  • 94% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 98% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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