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Tiffany T.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
19 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22554

“Tiffany was absolutely amazing with my two puppies! She handled them with so much patience and care, keeping me completely at ease while I was away. I really appreciated the regular updates and photos she sent — it made me feel confident they were in great hands. Tiffany went above and beyond, and I’ll definitely be booking with her again in the future!”

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Elizabeth C.
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$50
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
18 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22556

“Elizabeth kept my cats company by housesitting while I was on a trip for 8 days. Cats and apartment were in great condition when I got back, couldn't be happier!”

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Elizabeth R.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
6 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Fredericksburg, VA, 22406

“Elizabeth was the perfect house sitter and companion for our dog, Pringles! Her communication and service were superb. We will definitely invite her back!”

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Haley M.
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$65
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4.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22405

“Haley was fantastic. I am an overbearing dog mom and she was perfect with my doggos and they were happy when we got home. House was in order. Will use again”

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Dayonna T.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22554

About: Trusted, dependable care for dogs and cats. Offering daily visits, overnight stays, and in-home boarding to ensure your pets remain safe, comfortable, and well-cared for. I will work with whatever schedule you need. I am here to meet all your needs and your fur baby. Just let me know what you need. I’ll meet them I have a house with fenced in yard and also pet is allowed to free roam in house. I am here to serve whatever you need. I dont believe in unnecessarily crating dogs and allow pets to free roam unless it’s merely your request, In advance please note any behavioral issues, previous property damage, or safety conflicts that cause issue with kids or other pets- An additional FEE will be requested for any damages

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Melissa D.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 145 reviews
45 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Dale city, VA, 22193

“Melissa was great and Rocky loved her! This was my first time using Rover and I was nervous but Melissa eased my mind. Not being used to “strangers” staying with him, Rocky had some separation anxiety. Melissa was very straightforward about it and kept me updated the whole time. I made some suggestions and she tried them all. I would love to have Melissa stay with Rocky again if she’s interested.”

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Madison D.
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$45
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Centreville, VA, 20121

“Appreciate that Madison accommodated a last minute request to dog sit. Dog was alive and happy upon return :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jorge D.
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Jorge D.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
20 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22554

“Addy did a great job watching our two pups. She sent updates and was excellent communicating with us throughout the weekend. Would be happy to have her back again.”

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Stephanie E.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Fredericksburg, VA, 22406

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of every kind — from playful puppies to gentle seniors, and everything in between. I am the go to dog sitter for all my family and friends! Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because I’m home most of the time and able to give pets plenty of attention, care, and supervision throughout the day. I treat every pet like part of the family! I make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while in my care. I provide dependable care and regular updates!

Sitter Profile Image: Ragan W.
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Ragan W.
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$65
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
5 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Fredericksburg, VA, 22401

“Ragan was great as always. Especially with a last minute trip. I know Siggy boy is in great hands with her. Probably with mentioning the place is always clean when we get back, too. Thank you so much Ragan!”

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Elisabeth J.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
22 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20111

“What an incredible pet sitter! I got multiple photos and updates, and she even brushed my dog! Both he and my home looked great when I returned. Elisabeth asked great questions when I met her and wanted to keep his routine consistent while I was gone. I look forward to working with her again real soon.”

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April B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
27 years of experience
FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22407

“April is seriously the sweetest. She helped us out with a last-minute work trip and still showed up with so much care even while going through a hard time herself. Our dogs were happy and well taken care of and that gave us so much peace of mind. We truly appreciate her and would 100% love working with her again. 💛”

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Keila S.
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$45
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12 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22556

About: Good day I am a military wife that has been helping other families with their pets in time of need. I hate to have to board my pets in a place where no one is there to play with them and spoil them. So I offer a experience that your family would love a great fun family experience with your pets and get spoiled as they are being watched. I will never mistreat your babies. I have been an animal lover since I was a kid. I myself have seven pets and spoil each and everyone of them the same way. I would love to have the opportunity to help you out. Please feel feel to contact me to help with your furry friends. Thank you I job is currently making this my full time job. As a past military wife I know how important it is to have great care for your furry children. As far as for how I do things with pets. I like to keep everything the same as if the owners were there. Pets are like children they like consistency. I will give your pets the top notch care that your want them to have

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Carrie C.
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$31
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15 years of experience
Richardsville, VA, 22736

About: I'm good with all kinds of pets and love giving special attention to your loved ones. I have trained my own service dog, and have 4 other well behaved animals in my home. Let me help you with all your pet needs. I even have experience with animals with special needs. Currently, I'm a stay at home wife and have pretty much unlimited availability to take care of your pets. I'm willing to watch your pet in your home or mine. If we were to need to watch them at my house I have 1.5 acres for them to run and play. I have a 2,000 square foot home with plenty of space for activities as well. In your home I will follow the rules set by you and your family with your pet and will definitely spoil them as much as I can with daily pictures to show how they are doing with any pertinent details you would need/like to know about their day.

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Ana R.
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$60
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30 years of experience
Stafford, VA, 22556

About: My goal is to make sure your fur babies feel like they’re in loving hands . I’ve been around dogs and cats most of my childhood well into adulthood and I can honestly say I truly love interacting with and caring for them. I currently work , but my schedule is pretty flexible and why not fill it with doing something I can enjoy doing? Loving for and caring on fur babies. I would follow whatever structure you currently have with your pet , it seems that usually is the most efficient . Again your fur babies would be in the greatest care with me.

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Tamara D.
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$31
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15 years of experience
Gainesville, VA, 20155

About: Since a young age, I had always been the go to person for my friends, family, and often times neighbors as well for pet-sitting. From care-taking for a friends tortoise for over 8 years, to having a rabbit, birds, dogs, and more myself, leads me to have such a deep rooted passion and interest for care-taking, spending time, and bonding with all ranges of sizes and ages of pets! As of right now, I am dedicated to being available as often and frequent as possible for pet-sitting, walking, and/or care taking. My current schedule outside of these things are very flexible for now, so if ever needed, please send a direct message and we can work things out! I have a lot of previous experience in caring for all kinds of animals with a ranging variety of needs, whether a senior animal who needs more attention, carefulness, and patience; or a small puppy who is exploding with energy and needs to direct it elsewhere! Any notes, tips, and personal preferences are always appreciated as well when it comes to your pet and how they need to be cared for. (:

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Marcus C.
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$22
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6 years of experience
Falmouth, VA, 22405

About: I’ve been working with pets ever since I was 12 walking them feeding them and taking care of them. I love taking care of pets no matter if it’s cats or dogs I love them all. I am currently working part-time and also a part-time student but I love being outside and going on walks with dogs and taking care of cats just by stopping. I have a pretty decent backyard that is fully gated off and I have two amazing and playful dogs yo-yo and Scooby. They are the cutest dogs ever and another small little furball named Cleo and she is just so adorable.

Sitter Profile Image: Amber R.
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Amber R.
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$65
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Culpeper, VA, 22701

About: Hello, I have been taking care of a wide range of animals since I was 15. I’ve had 5 ferrets, guinea pigs, cats and dogs my whole life. I have a Staffordshire terrier, an American bully, and a black lab/ leopard catahoula mix. I am used to having a heavy dog on the opposite end of the leash and I am well experienced in animal body language to keep your baby and myself safe. I am an independent contractor who does Rover, Spark, DoorDash and a couple other side gigs. I have worked a 9-5 and it was incredibly difficult following a schedule someone else made for me while trying to manage my kids school and sports schedule's. Since becoming an independent contractor I have gained great relationships with residents of Culpeper and Rappahannock county and more time with my kids. These side gigs help provide me a way to bring in income, socalize, work easily with my kids school and sport schedules and give me the flexibility to rest when my autoimmune disease flares up. I will make sure any and all instructions are followed correctly to ensure adequate and safe service. Plus a few head rubs before I left.

Sitter Profile Image: Amy P.
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Amy P.
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$31
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25 years of experience
Bealeton, VA, 22712

About: Hi! I’m an experienced animal care professional with 15 years of experience as a zookeeper, and animals have always been a huge part of my life. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of caring for and working with all kinds of species, giving me a deep understanding of animal behavior, individual needs, and the importance of patience, compassion, and trust. Whether your pet is playful and energetic, shy and nervous, senior, or simply loves some extra attention, I’m comfortable meeting them where they are and providing care tailored to their personality and routine. I know how important it is to feel confident that your pets are safe, happy, and well cared for while you’re away. I treat every animal in my care as an individual and take pride in providing dependable, attentive, and loving care. I’d love the opportunity to get to know your pets and give them the same care and attention I would want for my own! I work from home with a flexible part-time schedule, giving me plenty of time and availability to provide attentive care and drop-in visits for your pets. Since I have pets of my own, I primarily focus on drop-in visits. However, I’m always happy to discuss other options to find the best arrangement for you and your pets.

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Kendrick K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Quantico, VA, 22134

“Kendrick did a great job watching our two nervous pups for over a week! We would definitely use him again!”

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Matisa was an excellent dog sitter for our long weekend away. We got regular updates with pictures and she was an amazing communicator! She also left the house very clean. Would definitely book her again!

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The average cost of House Sitting in Tacketts Mill is $47 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $31 and $56 per night. On Rover, 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 November 2026, there are 2,364 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Tacketts Mill. 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 Tacketts Mill 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 Tacketts Mill 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.

Tip: 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 Tacketts Mill 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 Tacketts Mill. On Rover:

  • 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% 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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