Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Taylor Run, Alexandria, VA
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Top rated Taylor Run pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Rebekah did a great job caring for our three puppers at the last minute when our care plans fell through. She sent good updates and photos and everyone was in great shape when we returned!”
“Sam always goes above and beyond when doing drop-in visits with our two cats! She sends detailed reports and adorable pictures. We are so happy to have found her.”
“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!”
“Holly was a great dog sitter! She arranged a meet and greet and juniper loved her. Holly was very communicative and always updated me on how Juniper was doing. I’ll definitely book with Holly again!”
“Shane did a great job taking care of my older dog over the weekend. He has quickly earned Gizmo’s trust. I look forward to the report and pictures from each visit.”
“I can’t thank you enough Rachel for your time, patience and concern for Gracie. She is a skittish little girl but you won her over! Let me know if you are interested in doing drop in visits in the future!”
“Katie was fabulous. This was our first time using a sitter and she was super communicative and reassuring. Our two kitties were happy and content when we got home, it looked (and they acted like) we had only been gone for a day.”
“Crisa is super reliable. We know our girls are in great hands with her when we are away. She is also great at providing care for my older dog who has some health issues and needs medicine. We highly recommend!”
“Thanks to Mara for taking care of our girls! They can be a handful and Mara was patient and sweet with them. Loved the updates and will be booking Mara again!”
“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!”
“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 :)”
“Amanda did a wonderful job checking in on my 2 cats for about a week. She was sure to send detailed notes and many pictures each day. One of my cats tends to eat really fast so she ensured to spread out the food and even split up the serving as needed. Amanda also graciously brought in some packages I don’t anticipate getting delivered. I will definitely be rebooking for future care.”
“Kristen was a wonderful sitter! Her communication was thoughtful and prompt. Ruby and I highly recommend her and looking forward to seeing her again soon.”
“Byul did a great job with our cat. We got lots of pictures of playing and snuggles, and she took care of every detail. Our cat seemed happier than normal when we came back. 11/10 recommend!”
“Carrie was amazing! I would definitely recommend for all your pet needs! It was so nice knowing my cat was in good hands while I was away from home! I could tell from Carrie’s photos that my cat got lots of yummy treats and good snuggles!”
“This was the first time I left my cats alone so I was very nervous! Thankfully Kristin took great care of them and sent me plenty of pictures so I knew they were ok. She did a great job making sure they were fed, pet, and even got some play time in!”
“Our regular sitter unfortunately couldn’t make it so Jessica swooped in to save the day! She’s so sweet on our senior dog Oscar that we couldn’t be luckier to find Jessica! Thank you for your gentle care of our little precious guy! ???❤️”
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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.
Rebekah N.
Star Sitter
“Rebekah did a great job caring for our three puppers at the last minute when our care plans fell through. She sent good updates and photos and everyone was in great shape when we returned!”
Samantha H.Star Sitter
“Sam always goes above and beyond when doing drop-in visits with our two cats! She sends detailed reports and adorable pictures. We are so happy to have found her.”
Zoe N.Star Sitter
“Zoe was amazing! She was the perfect cat sitter during our spring break vacation. We will definitely be reaching out to her again in the future!”
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!”
Holly J.Star Sitter
“Holly was a great dog sitter! She arranged a meet and greet and juniper loved her. Holly was very communicative and always updated me on how Juniper was doing. I’ll definitely book with Holly again!”
Shane J.
“Shane did a great job taking care of my older dog over the weekend. He has quickly earned Gizmo’s trust. I look forward to the report and pictures from each visit.”
Rachel R.Star Sitter
“I can’t thank you enough Rachel for your time, patience and concern for Gracie. She is a skittish little girl but you won her over! Let me know if you are interested in doing drop in visits in the future!”
Katie P.Star Sitter
“Katie was fabulous. This was our first time using a sitter and she was super communicative and reassuring. Our two kitties were happy and content when we got home, it looked (and they acted like) we had only been gone for a day.”
Crisa Y.Star Sitter
“Crisa is super reliable. We know our girls are in great hands with her when we are away. She is also great at providing care for my older dog who has some health issues and needs medicine. We highly recommend!”
Mara S.Star Sitter
“Thanks to Mara for taking care of our girls! They can be a handful and Mara was patient and sweet with them. Loved the updates and will be booking Mara again!”
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!”
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 :)”
Amanda B.
“Amanda did a wonderful job checking in on my 2 cats for about a week. She was sure to send detailed notes and many pictures each day. One of my cats tends to eat really fast so she ensured to spread out the food and even split up the serving as needed. Amanda also graciously brought in some packages I don’t anticipate getting delivered. I will definitely be rebooking for future care.”
Kristen J.
“Kristen was a wonderful sitter! Her communication was thoughtful and prompt. Ruby and I highly recommend her and looking forward to seeing her again soon.”
Byul Y.
“Byul did a great job with our cat. We got lots of pictures of playing and snuggles, and she took care of every detail. Our cat seemed happier than normal when we came back. 11/10 recommend!”
Carrie M.Star Sitter
“Carrie was amazing! I would definitely recommend for all your pet needs! It was so nice knowing my cat was in good hands while I was away from home! I could tell from Carrie’s photos that my cat got lots of yummy treats and good snuggles!”
Gracie R.Star Sitter
“Gracie was wonderful. She did more than was anticipated and originally requested. The best compliment is that I won’t hesitate to request her again.”
Kristin L.Star Sitter
“This was the first time I left my cats alone so I was very nervous! Thankfully Kristin took great care of them and sent me plenty of pictures so I knew they were ok. She did a great job making sure they were fed, pet, and even got some play time in!”
Nina C.Star Sitter
“Nina was amazing as a last minute check in for my two boys! I will absolutely be reaching out to her in the future for drops ins!”
Jessica F.Star Sitter
“Our regular sitter unfortunately couldn’t make it so Jessica swooped in to save the day! She’s so sweet on our senior dog Oscar that we couldn’t be luckier to find Jessica! Thank you for your gentle care of our little precious guy! ???❤️”
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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 Taylor Run on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $22 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, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Taylor Run.
Rover makes it easy to find Taylor Run 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.
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