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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 224 reviews
73 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gainesville, VA, 20155

“Kelly was amazing with our kitties during the whole time she watched them. My husband and I knew we were leaving our cats in good hands from the meet and greet. She didn’t knock to avoid scaring our cats which we appreciated. Each visit she did a detailed report card and sent cute pictures of our cats. Our one cat is very skittish and cautious around new people but she won him over within a day and had him following her around. She even brought in one of our packages and made sure to refill the cat’s food container. We also know our cats got plenty of playtime as well. We will continue to use her when we need a sitter. 😊🐱❤️”

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Danielle Z.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
13 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Gainesville, VA, 20155

“As a repeat client of Danielle’s, we are very grateful for her help in caring for our kitty, Buddy, while we were out of town. Danielle is so great to work with-taking care to follow your guidelines/schedule regarding care and feeding, yet making that care seem easy, like you are working with a pet-loving family member. And feeling comfortable while you are away, that all will be well with your pet, that confidence is priceless. Thank you Danielle!”

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Ty B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
10 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Haymarket, VA, 20169

“Thank you for your flexibility with our changing schedule! Our pups are looking forward to seeing you again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra R.
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Alexandra R.
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$19
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 65 reviews
35 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gainesville, VA, 20155

“We hired Alexandra for drop-ins for our cat and she was great! At our first meeting she immediately was sitting on the floor giving our cat the affection he was requesting, and he was so happy. While we were gone she gave him all the cuddles he needed (we could tell by his behavior when we returned) and she followed the instructions we left. She always responded to messages quickly and communicated clearly. Definitely recommend.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathryn B.
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Kathryn B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
13 years of experience
Haymarket, VA, 20169

“Kate was amazing! She took great care of my cats. They loved having her and I came back home after 3 days to 2 happy cats. I would definitely come back to Kate again for cat sitting my babies.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Karen W.
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Karen W.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Marshall, VA, 20115

“Karen was absolutely amazing with my young kitten! Fully trusted her and have no negative feedback! Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sughra A.
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Sughra A.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Haymarket, VA, 20169

“Words do not describe how AMAZING Sughra is with our fluffy feline!! We are just back from an 11-day journey overseas, and I could not be more pleased with her care for our boy, and her regular (and surprise) communications throughout our time away. I had a good feeling when I met her prior to our trip. She just seemed very genuine and attentive and dependable. But she went above and beyond in so many ways, I cannot begin to thank her enough for the peace of mind I had while we were gone for our cat and for our home. She exceeded every hope and expectation I had by a mile!! Our cat adores her....maybe more than he likes me!! I wholeheartedly recommend her, and I will definitely reach out to her again when we go out of town. Thank You, Sughra!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily E.
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Emily E.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Gainesville, VA, 20155

“Emily was amazing! She checked in on our two cats while we were away on vacation. She sent lots of photos and played with them too. Most importantly, she even got our shy and anxious cat to play with her. Will definitely use Emily next time we go out of town!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Chaimae B.
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Chaimae B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Haymarket, VA, 20169

About: I’m a genuine and dependable animal lover trustworthy and responsible. I’m patient, attentive, and committed to making pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their family is away. I’m happy to follow specific feeding, walking, playtime, and care routines, and I’m especially patient with pets who need extra attention, including young, energetic, shy, or senior pets. I treat every pet as if they were my own and make sure their owners can feel confident and at ease while they’re in my care. I am available daily for pet sitting and boarding and dog walking! I love being around animals and will provide a beautiful experience that's safe and trustworthy! I have a fenced yard and live in a pet friendly subdivision with several trails that your pet may enjoy! I love animals and I am taking this as a full time job and following my passion for animal care.

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren S.
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Lauren S.
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$18
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 81 reviews
31 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Warrenton, VA, 20186

“Lauren did a great job looking after our fur babies on short notice while we were away! My cats are very wary of strangers, but they warmed up to Lauren quickly. I also appreciated the photos and detailed updates on how they were doing during the check-ins. I would highly recommend working with Lauren, and look forward to having her care for our cats during future visits!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Tori H.
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Tori H.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 55 reviews
13 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Warrenton, VA, 20186

“Tori was amazing! Sent fantastic updates every visit, followed our instructions to a T, and took great care of our babies! Can’t wait to use her again in 2 weeks.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alana Del Mar C.
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Alana Del Mar C.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
12 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Haymarket, VA, 20169

“Everything went fantastic during my two week trip, Alana was very responsive and attentive and the cat had a great time judging by his mood when I came back :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Isabel C.
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Isabel C.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Gainesville, VA, 20155

“Isabel is a terrific house and pet sitter. She was great with the cats and the house. Very nice lady!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kiley P.
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Kiley P.
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$18
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Haymarket, VA, 20169

“Kiley was absolutely wonderful to my sweet pup. She provided play time and a potty break in the middle of the day when I was at work. And even managed to befriend my cat who hides from everyone. Her time and attention given to my pup was greatly appreciated by both the humans and the dog who was much happier being at home than at doggy daycare.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amirah W.
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Amirah W.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Gainesville, VA, 20155

“Amirah is awesome and we’re so glad we found her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie H.
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Katie H.
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$14
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8 years of experience
Marshall, VA, 20115

About: I have been house and pet sitting since I was in high school. Friends, family, and neighbors are always asking if I can care for their animals and homes! I used to shadow a family friend who had a pet sitting business and I loved tagging along! I work full time as a teacher, but I get off at 2:35 so my weekdays have free afternoons and evenings. Weekends are completely free and I’ll be able to care for your pets any time of day. I can easily commute to your home to care for your pet. I don’t mind transporting your pets if needed. I will take great care and consideration when entering your home and ensure safety, fun and love for your pets!

Sitter Profile Image: Emily G.
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Emily G.
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$14
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1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Warrenton, VA, 20187

About: I have taken care of neighbors, friends, and family’s pets! I have worked in a boarding facility for 1 year and absolutely love all furry friends! I’m currently working part time, so I have extensive availability to play with your pups! I do have trips but I am generally always in the area! I love to run around and play with any furry friends and am willing to do any tasks you need to make sure they are happy!

Sitter Profile Image: gina h.
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gina h.
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$18
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10 years of experience
Haymarket, VA, 20169

About: I’ve shared my life with dogs and cats for as long as I can remember, including adopted and rescue animals of different ages, personalities and needs. I have special experience caring for senior and medically fragile pets. I adopted a very elderly, sick dog who required frequent medication and attentive daily care, and I also cared for my cat through medical needs that required consistent medication. I’m currently a devoted dog mom to Graci, a two-year-old Labrador, and a proud grandmom to Zoey, a two-year-old mini Australian Shepherd/Corgi mix. Caring for animals has given me hands-on experience with walks, feeding routines, playtime, medication schedules, close supervision and helping pets feel safe and comfortable. I understand that rescue animals and senior pets may need additional patience, consistency and time to build trust. I’m also a retired federal professional known for being dependable, observant and calm in unexpected situations. I understand that trusting someone with your pet—and your home—is a very personal decision. I will follow your instructions carefully, communicate consistently and provide plenty of photos and updates so you can feel completely comfortable while you’re away. 🐾 Important Booking Policies & Rates 🐾 Please review my standard hours and specialized rates before booking: * Extended Daycare Policy: My standard daycare rate covers up to 10 hours of care. Any daycare stay that exceeds 10 hours will automatically be upgraded to my Boarding Rate for that day. * Puppy Care Fee: Because puppies require extra attention, frequent potty breaks, and constant supervision, a +$15 puppy fee applies per day/visit for any dog under 1 year old. This fee applies to all Daycare, Boarding, and Dog Walking requests. Note: Rover automatically calculates the puppy rate for some services, but if it doesn't apply correctly to your request, I will manually modify the total to reflect these policies before finalizing the booking. Thank you for understanding! “Continuing my professional development” sounds more natural and polished than “pursuing additional courses.” I’m currently taking a professional break while continuing my professional development, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time to provide your pet with attentive, loving care. I’m home much of the day and can easily accommodate feeding, playtime, medication, cuddles, and your pet’s normal routine. Safety and comfort are always my priorities. I have one friendly Labrador who gets along well with other dogs and can be crated or kept separately if needed. My neighborhood is great for safe, leashed walks, and I carefully follow each pet parent’s instructions regarding feeding, medication, exercise, and routines.

Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa D.
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Alyssa D.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Haymarket, VA, 20169

About: I’ve been caring for dogs for over 8 years, and it’s something I genuinely love. I’ve worked with dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities from energetic puppies to senior dogs who need a little extra patience and care. I also have experience caring for dogs with medical needs, so I’m comfortable following detailed care instructions, administering medications, and paying close attention to any changes in behavior or comfort. Friends, family, and neighbors have trusted me to walk, feed, and care for their pets, and I always treat every dog like they’re my own. I prioritize keeping their routine consistent so they feel safe, happy, and well cared for while you’re away. I also have volunteered in the past with being a temporary foster for shelter/rescue dogs. I also have volunteered with driving dogs in rescues to their medical appointments. I’m reliable, communicative, and respectful of your home and your pet’s needs. Whether your dog needs a long walk, extra attention, or more specialized care, I’m here to help. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to give your dog the time, attention, and consistency they need. I’m available for walks, drop-ins, and sitting throughout the week, with more open availability in the afternoons and evenings. I do my best to accommodate your pet’s routine and can provide reliable, timely care you can count on. Your dog’s safety and comfort are always my top priority. I take the time to understand each dog’s routine, personality, and any specific needs including medical care or medications. I follow instructions closely and keep a watchful eye on behavior to ensure your dog feels secure and well cared for. In your home, I’m respectful of your space and maintain a calm, clean environment. On walks, I stay attentive, avoid unsafe situations, and ensure your dog is always secure. I’m also happy to provide updates so you feel at ease while you’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Victoria C.
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Victoria C.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Catharpin, VA, 20143

About: I have a lifetime of experience with animals starting from my first day as an infant. I grew up with multiple cats in the home with learned, gentle-respect and patience that cats require. I also grew up with a shetland sheepdog, gerbils, hamsters, guinea pigs, and fish. As an adult I have significant experience with caring for dogs and cats alike both in my home and in other homes. My own animals, two dogs, a cat, and a 70 gallon fish tank, remind me daily of the joys and importance of animals. I have an anxious 74 pound hound and a nervous 30 pound beagle of my own, so I understand the needs of special breeds and animals coming from previously difficult situations. I have the patience needed to address nervous dogs and have experience with clicker training and am educated in techniques for dog training. I do not breed discriminate. I have fostered kittens and adult cats and have experience with syringe feeding and medicine administration. I also have my own rascally kitten, Hazel, who keeps me entertained. In my experience with fish and aquariums I can clean, feed, and help with tank design or water cycling conditions. Note: I am selective about in home care due to a cat being in the home - this is for the safety of my own animals. Thanks. Your pets will be the utmost priority and I can adjust my schedule to meet your needs. I can assure timely feedings, walks, and potty breaks so your pet is comfortable and you are assured! I will treat them as my own. Our daily routine is FULL of pet fun and enjoyment. First thing in the morning is a walk and potty breaks, followed by feeding, the rest of the day would follow similarly with 4/5 mini walks and dinner at ideal time. Potty before bed time and no pet will be left alone for more than 3 hours and if preferred never at all.

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The median cost per visit for cat sitting in The Plains is $22

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The average cost for Cat Sitting in The Plains on Rover is $35.52 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Cat Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 3,544 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across The Plains. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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 .

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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your cat, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

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

  • 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% 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.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

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

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