Personalized care for your dog or cat - Capitol Hill
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Capitol Hill
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Joseph was very communicative and shared pictures of our pups with us daily. He followed all directions we gave him and made sure our pups feel at home under his care. I would recommend Joseph as a pet sitter and would entrust him with watching our pups again in the future. Thanks for taking care of our babies!”
“Shaela took great care of our furbabies and was very patient with our puppy Dolly. She treated them as her own and they loved all the extra toys she gave them. Your pets are in excellent care with Shaela.”
“Lia was so attentive to my dog Violet! So great to know she was in such good hands, Lia asked great questions and clearly cared to make Violet comfortable and happy during her stay.”
“Stephanie and Luis are the absolute best! They provided fantastic care for Toto. The communication was outstanding and frequent. The reassuring updates made my time away completely stress-free. Toto came home incredibly happy and well-cared for. Highly, highly recommend!”
“Janel was wonderful with my very high energy dog. She took him on a lot of walks and sent pics of their adventures together. Would highly recommend her. Worth the price for the peace of mind & the great experience for my dog.”
“Incredible! From the first moment, I knew my pup was safe and loved on. Abigail consistently communicated how he was doing and sent pictures that made my day every day! I highly recommend her services. I have booked with Rover before, but this was by far the best experience.”
“Christian was so great with Itty! She sent me pictures everyday of them out on walks and Itty curled up in the house. I would definitely recommend booking with her!”
“We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter! From the moment we met them, we felt completely at ease leaving our pet in her care. They were reliable, attentive, communicative, and clearly treated our pet like family. We received regular updates, photos, and thoughtful check-ins that gave us so much peace of mind while away. Our pet was were happy, well cared for, and comfortable when we returned — which says everything. It’s obvious they genuinely love animals and go above and beyond to make sure both pets and owners feel supported. Highly recommend to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, kind, and exceptional!”
“June is an amazing sitter. She embraced taking care of our dog who has some special needs due to his age and medical issues. She is extremely professional and communicative and made us feel at ease leaving both our pets in her care. She is a gift to this community.”
“Nicole was amazing! She communicated very well, sent texts with updates, she sent pictures and she answered every call and text. I was nervous for my first boarder experience but she made it SO easy and comfortable! Her energy and aura will make you feel at ease! I will definitely be using her again💯”
“Jackalyn was wonderful! We ended up having to find a sitter last minute and she was very accomodating. Her gentle demeanor and past experience with dogs made us confident leaving our dog in her care. To add to that, we got daily photos and little updates each day as to what our dog had been up to while we were away -- another comforting touch! We forward to booking with Jackalyn again!”
“Vania was incredibly sweet and kind with Vader and with us. She was always very responsive, keeping us updated about our cat, Vader, and was very active in sending us pictures of him. She was also very accommodating and flexible with our schedule. We will definitely be using Vania from now on! 😊❤️”
About: Hi! I'm Krista and I genuinely love spending time with dogs and have lots of experience taking care of them. I recently said goodbye to my sweet and quirky 12‑year‑old German Shepherd. Caring for her throughout the years has given me experience with all the different stages from energetic pups to the oldies with mobility challenges and slower routines. My shepherd struggled with anxiety around other dogs, so I’m very familiar with reading body language, creating safe distance, and keeping walks calm and controlled. Throughout the years, I have cared for and spent ample time with doggos belonging to friends and family members and look forward to the opportunity to give others peace of mind when they need to leave their loved ones. Lots of walks, pets, play time and of course, photos/videos for owners! I work from home so there are lots of opportunities to go outside. There are a few parks nearby and lots of grassy areas. I also have dog beds, dishes and plenty of toys! Please note, my building unfortunately has restrictions on the following dog breeds: Akita, Alaskan Malamutes, Chow Chow, Doberman Pinscher, Malamute, Pit Bull Breeds, Presa Canarios, Rottweiler, Staffordshire Terrier and Wolf Dogs. I live in a condo building but there's lots of areas outside to venture around! I do own a crate if needed/preferred. I will bring your dog on many walks and ensure they have lots of play time (for the youngins) and rest (for the oldies) :)
“Mary Hastings was available last minute to board our dog on New Year's Eve for a medical appointment, and we couldn't be more thankful. Our pup loves hanging out with her and always comes back tired and sleepy.”
“Outstanding communication and great care. Highly recommend! Jenna and her husband gave great care to both of our pups (one of which is in his senior years). They are both very pleasant people. Excellent communication and Jenna sent a lot of great pictures while we were away. You could tell the pups were very happy and well cared for during their stay. Thank you!”
“Our dog Erwin had a great time staying with Carolin and her dog Nutmeg. Carolin is very caring and conscientious and posted lots of photos and videos so we could see how Erwin was doing.”
About: I am a true Capitol Hill dog lover and I have always had a strong passion for animals, mostly for dogs. I have been caring for dogs since I was child, taking care of my mother’s beloved shitzu. Taking care of her helped me acquire basic canine behavior and taught me the responsibility of taking care of a pet. Most recently I raised my own best friend, Gelato an English Bulldog. I gained my breeder experience with Gelato and cared for her and her 6 puppies, until they were rehomed at 8 months. I enjoy taking long walks, which I consider the ultimate stress reliever and best way to exercise. I have no problem getting my hands dirty. I have 20 years of experience in the customer service field and enjoy striving to provide the best experience to my clients. In my personal time I am spending time with my 2 little girls teaching them how to play sports, and of course how to be loving pet owners. Thank you for taking the time to visit my page! I’m currently working part time and will be available to walk most pets during early mornings hours during the week and mid day and evenings during the weekend. I definitely would like to know your pets temperament, and what might scare them. I know they will feel most comfortable at home but if they are with me, I’d like to keep a calm, pet friendly setting for them to be comfortable in.
“McKinley was the best sitter we could’ve had! She was able to accommodate to a last minute request. She sent frequent updates and my pup felt so comfortable in her house with her other pets. 10/10 best sitter in the area!”
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Cat caregivers near you - Capitol Hill
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“I booked a homestay with Kellye for a week and had a wonderful experience! She took great care of my cat sending me multiple pictures every day and checking in with cat care questions when she needed to. Throughout this week, my cat had to take multiple medicines and different medicines at dinner and breakfast. Kellye was able to administer these various medicines easily, ensuring my cat got the extra care she needed even in my absence. She was also very respectful of my space. At the end of the week I came home to a happy cat and a clean house. Thank you Kellye!”
About: I have grown up with two German Shepherds my whole life, and three cats. I have always loved walking my dogs, or running with them. I love taking care of animals, I wanted to be a veterinarian when I was younger. I have experience feeding, playing, walking, and caring for dogs and cats. I work part time so I have a flexible schedule. I can watch your dog while you are at work 9 to 5, or anytime really! I have a fenced yard and a pet friendly home. At my clients, I am courteous and respectful of your space and caring of your pets!
“I’d give callen 6 stars if I could. She was great! Communicative. Friendly. Professional. She helped out on a last minute ask and did great! I highly recommend her to look after your furry friends!”
“Elise took great care of my two cats while I was away for a weekend. She sent lots of photos and gave timely updates. I always felt that my cats were in great hands. Would 100% recommend her!”
“Amanda was amazing to work with and super communicative. She took fantastic photos of our cats and took great care of them even when we hadn't been away for that long before. Highly recommend!”
“Bonnie was so thorough in taking care of my cat and sharing helpful updates while I was out of town. I feel very lucky to have had her there and hope she’ll become a regular fixture in the future!”
“Michael was very responsive and detail-oriented to make sure he understood my cat’s routine correctly. As the days passed, my shy cat even started warming up to him.”
“My cat was well taken care of. Not only that, Nicole and Keiran was very helpful with a situation at my apartment, making sure it is all good which went beyond my expectations.”
“Samuel was lovely!!! He was very attentive and communicative. I was completely worry free. It’s my first time requesting service on Rover and I am very pleased with the experience :) I could tell my boy had a great time with Samuel while I was away. Thank you Samuel!”
“Sarah was awesome with Lilah!! She was very caring and sweet and treated Lilah like her own fur baby, even when they were still getting to know each other and Lilah was shy. Sarah was great about sending photos and notes and checking in throughout my trip, which was so appreciated. Thank you for watching Lilah Bean while I was gone!!”
“This was our first experience with Rover and Eric really exceeded our expectations. He was reliable and communicative and diligently took care of our cat over the July 4th weekend. Highly recommend his services!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Capitol Hill
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Sonja was amazing! She came out on short notice to meet our pups, and she did an amazing job with them. She sent us photo updates and checked in every so often. The pups looked so happy; we could tell they were having a blast and that they loved her. As owners of two large breed dogs, it's difficult to find someone who is at ease around them, not afraid, and not overwhelmed by them, and Sonja was all that we could have hoped for in those regards. We definitely plan on using her services again! ”
“It feels so rare to find someone on this app that genuinely has the animals wellness and comfort as their top priority. After so many bad experiences it was a relief to know my dog was in good hands while I was away. I had to find a sitter last minute for work and Rosina was extremely flexible and communicative. If I could do a rating worth more than 5 stars I would. Even if you do not live in DC I highly recommend going the distance to ensure your furry friend is in a beautiful loving home. Will 100% be rebooking whenever I'm in the area. <3”
“Melanie was so wonderful with my foster dog Betty! Melanie was attentive to her needs, really responsive, and able to work with me at short notice. Betty will definitely be coming back to hang until she finds her furever home!”
“Aroa took great care of my four month old puppy while I was in the office. I got multiple check-ins and pictures throughout the day and I could tell from my pup’s body language that she was content and comfortable. Thank you!!!”
“I would like to say thank you to Christian well my first time using Rover and helping me feel comfortable with my fur baby saying with her. She did a wonderful job communicating and sending pictures letting me know what’s going on and making this days feel so easy. I would definitely recommend her to anybody and using her in the future, thank you so much.”
“Absolutely thrilled with the care provided by Carolin for Roman! She went above and beyond, ensuring our pup was happy, active, and well-loved during our time away. Highly recommend to any pet owner looking for reliable and affectionate care! Thanks again!”
“Hannah was amazing!! She was great with our very “active” golden retriever. Super fast and responsive. I can’t tell you how easy she made this for us! Would definitely use her again.”
“Super friendly and helped out last minute. This was a life saver for our vacation to have someone watch our dog while we were in between check out and check in to a new location. This was our first time using the service and she did great with my dog.”
“My dog Milo went to Melinda's house for daycare, and I couldn't be more pleased! He didn't do well in the traditional doggie daycare setting, so I was relieved that he had a really nice day at Melinda's. She understands his separation anxiety issues and dog issues in general, so he was in very capable hands. I'm definitely going to be a repeat customer!”
“Allie is great with Asher and took his special needs seriously. Asher made the transition to her as a new daycare very well telling me he is happy. I look forward to working regularly with Allie.”
About: I've taken care of my own dogs since they were eight weeks old through old age. They bring immense joy and encourage you to soak up the present moment. I can manage high energy, anxious, playful, or young dogs. I work from home during the week. I aim to fit exercise into my daily routine and having a furry companion would be a great addition! At my apartment building, there's an open-air enclosed courtyard for the residents and their furry friends to play together. I would happily take the dog to get some socialization. There are also several smaller neighborhood green areas within a couple blocks of my apartment. I'll make sure they have food, water, cuddles, regular potty breaks, and are kept at a safe distance from other animals. I also only care for one pet at a time to avoid any issues between pets from different families. Your dog will have my undivided attention. 😊
“Kristine was amazing! She helped make our trip to DC wonderful with both her welcoming smile every morning at drop off, and her insider knowledge and suggestions that made our travels more enjoyable. Thanks so much for everything, highly recommend!”
“Alicia was a pleasure. She took the initiative for us to meet ahead of the day. She quickly became comfortable with my dog Iris. She was relaxed and flexible. I will not hesitate to use her again.”
About: I grew up with lots of animals, to include dogs. I recently had to put down my 14-year-old great Dane so I have a cozy home and lots of love to give to your pups! I work a corporate 9-5 from home, during the week I typically only leave the house to run regular errands and work out. I am a bit more mobile on the weekends, but I am as flexible as needed depending on the pup I am caring for. I recently put down my 14 year-old Great Dane mutt down so my homr is still very dog friendly. I do not have a yard but am surrounded by lovely, calm, walking paths with ALLLLL the sniffs. :)
About: For the past 8 years, I’ve had the joy of caring for dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities - and I truly love them all! I’m passionate about animals and would be thrilled to have the opportunity to care for your furry friend. In addition to my experience with dogs, I also have worked with children, which has taught me the importance of being patient, playful, and responsible. You can count on me to be trustworthy, attentive, and loving with your pet. Thank you so much for considering me! I am currently working part time and have lots of time in the morning and evenings to play with your pups! I would love for my day to full of dogs to love on! I currently live in an apartment with a dog park and a big space to run and play. I have lots of time for walks and playing. I have done lots of overnights and am very comfortable keeping your pets in your home or mine.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Capitol Hill
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“Joseph was the absolute best with our sweet dog Parmy, he went above and beyond to take our dog on longer walks than expected and was an absolute life saver when I had to go unexpectedly out of town. I can not recommend him more! 10/10, thank you, Joseph!!”
“Claire was very responsive and open to meeting before booking for a quick meet and greet. She’s timely, responsive to Rover messages, and was patient with Fritz on their first walk and send lots of updates and cute photos. Will definitely book with Claire again!”
“Chase is an AMAZING dog walker. Phebe is always happy and Chase takes the *best* pictures to share! I always know my little pup is safe. Thank you, Chase! So grateful you’ll be able to keep walking Pheebs!”
“Adam is great! He's very reliable and communicative and Morgan loves her walks with him. He's on time and goes above and beyond to take her that extra few blocks. Would definitely recommend him!”
About: I have lived with or cared for friends' dogs and cats for many years. While I was never able to have my own dog, I helped my friends every chance I could get! I am a flexible and reliable sitter for your pets! I treat every pet as if they were my own and always make sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable. I am currently on summer break from my PhD Program, so I have a ton of flexibility and availability to take care of your pets! I am very flexible during the day and happy to do quick check-ins, house-sit during the day, or overnight! Taking care of your pet will be my full focus! Being in summer vacation provides me with the time and energy to treat every pet as if they were mine. I aim to follow their routine closely and provide plenty of attention, playtime, and walks. I make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and truly cared for. For the safety of myself and your pets, I prefer to walk one dog at a time unless the dogs do very well together on walks.
“Lauren is extremely communicative and thorough! She really goes above and beyond to make sure that our dog is happy and comfortable and that we are aware of any updates. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a walker or sitter!”
“Janet was wonderful! Our sweet, but unenthusiastic, pittie loved her immediately and even gave her a half jump up. She was great at communicating, met all of his needs and wiped his feet before I had to ask.”
About: I grew up with a 90-pound yellow Labrador named Buddy, who taught me the basics of caring for a dog — from late-night walks and puppy training to providing gentle care when he became very ill. Since then, I’ve regularly dog-sat for my brother’s 12-year-old Goldendoodle. Being around dogs throughout my life has taught me that, as a guest in their lives, I should always be gentle, calm, patient, and loving. I’m comfortable handling dogs of various sizes and have experience with basic obedience training from working with my childhood dog. I will take the time to learn each pet’s unique personality and needs so they feel safe, happy, and well cared for. I'm currently working part-time from home so will have the time throughout the day to check-in on dogs and take them for walks. I am generally an early riser. My building is very dog-friendly, with a fenced-in dog park on the property. I live in a one-bedroom apartment with lots of light and quiet neighbors.
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Large dog specialists near you - Capitol Hill
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Joseph was very communicative and shared pictures of our pups with us daily. He followed all directions we gave him and made sure our pups feel at home under his care. I would recommend Joseph as a pet sitter and would entrust him with watching our pups again in the future. Thanks for taking care of our babies!”
“Shaela took great care of our furbabies and was very patient with our puppy Dolly. She treated them as her own and they loved all the extra toys she gave them. Your pets are in excellent care with Shaela.”
“Christian was so great with Itty! She sent me pictures everyday of them out on walks and Itty curled up in the house. I would definitely recommend booking with her!”
“Jackalyn was wonderful! We ended up having to find a sitter last minute and she was very accomodating. Her gentle demeanor and past experience with dogs made us confident leaving our dog in her care. To add to that, we got daily photos and little updates each day as to what our dog had been up to while we were away -- another comforting touch! We forward to booking with Jackalyn again!”
“Vania was incredibly sweet and kind with Vader and with us. She was always very responsive, keeping us updated about our cat, Vader, and was very active in sending us pictures of him. She was also very accommodating and flexible with our schedule. We will definitely be using Vania from now on! 😊❤️”
About: Hi! I'm Krista and I genuinely love spending time with dogs and have lots of experience taking care of them. I recently said goodbye to my sweet and quirky 12‑year‑old German Shepherd. Caring for her throughout the years has given me experience with all the different stages from energetic pups to the oldies with mobility challenges and slower routines. My shepherd struggled with anxiety around other dogs, so I’m very familiar with reading body language, creating safe distance, and keeping walks calm and controlled. Throughout the years, I have cared for and spent ample time with doggos belonging to friends and family members and look forward to the opportunity to give others peace of mind when they need to leave their loved ones. Lots of walks, pets, play time and of course, photos/videos for owners! I work from home so there are lots of opportunities to go outside. There are a few parks nearby and lots of grassy areas. I also have dog beds, dishes and plenty of toys! Please note, my building unfortunately has restrictions on the following dog breeds: Akita, Alaskan Malamutes, Chow Chow, Doberman Pinscher, Malamute, Pit Bull Breeds, Presa Canarios, Rottweiler, Staffordshire Terrier and Wolf Dogs. I live in a condo building but there's lots of areas outside to venture around! I do own a crate if needed/preferred. I will bring your dog on many walks and ensure they have lots of play time (for the youngins) and rest (for the oldies) :)
“Mary Hastings was available last minute to board our dog on New Year's Eve for a medical appointment, and we couldn't be more thankful. Our pup loves hanging out with her and always comes back tired and sleepy.”
“Outstanding communication and great care. Highly recommend! Jenna and her husband gave great care to both of our pups (one of which is in his senior years). They are both very pleasant people. Excellent communication and Jenna sent a lot of great pictures while we were away. You could tell the pups were very happy and well cared for during their stay. Thank you!”
About: I am a true Capitol Hill dog lover and I have always had a strong passion for animals, mostly for dogs. I have been caring for dogs since I was child, taking care of my mother’s beloved shitzu. Taking care of her helped me acquire basic canine behavior and taught me the responsibility of taking care of a pet. Most recently I raised my own best friend, Gelato an English Bulldog. I gained my breeder experience with Gelato and cared for her and her 6 puppies, until they were rehomed at 8 months. I enjoy taking long walks, which I consider the ultimate stress reliever and best way to exercise. I have no problem getting my hands dirty. I have 20 years of experience in the customer service field and enjoy striving to provide the best experience to my clients. In my personal time I am spending time with my 2 little girls teaching them how to play sports, and of course how to be loving pet owners. Thank you for taking the time to visit my page! I’m currently working part time and will be available to walk most pets during early mornings hours during the week and mid day and evenings during the weekend. I definitely would like to know your pets temperament, and what might scare them. I know they will feel most comfortable at home but if they are with me, I’d like to keep a calm, pet friendly setting for them to be comfortable in.
“McKinley was the best sitter we could’ve had! She was able to accommodate to a last minute request. She sent frequent updates and my pup felt so comfortable in her house with her other pets. 10/10 best sitter in the area!”
“Matthew with family is very accommodating and will entertain your dog for a great price! They went swimming and on long walks. Executed Ozzie’s food plan and supplements no problem. They sleep in the bed with their dogs which my dog liked. I’ll be a return customer if they’ll have us.”
“Alli was a great host to Tali, once again. Even after our dog had some dental work requiring some changes to her diet and some medications, Alli didn't bat an eye, and Tali came home happy and healthy.”
“Caitlin was great! We scheduled a meet and greet before our pup’s stay and she was very friendly & accommodating to our schedule. During our dogs stay, she sent a daily update with a few photos & how he was doing. Great experience, 10/10 would rover with Caitlin again.”
“Katherin was amazing! She sent detailed and thoughtful updates about my dog’s stay, giving me at least three updates a day, with such cute pictures! She made sure my dog ate, brushed her teeth, and gave her long walks around the neighborhood. I felt at ease knowing my dog was in such good hands. I recommend Katherin, your pup will have the best stay!”
“Lara was amazing! Great communication, kept our dog so entertained and active, and was so easy to schedule drop off and pick up. 10/10 will be booking with Lara again! 😊”
“I had a great experience with Fabian and would highly recommend him. He took excellent care of my dog while I was away and made the entire process stress-free. He provided regular updates, including messages and photos, which gave me peace of mind knowing my dog was happy and well cared for. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with him again.”
“Ms. Charnetta and her family stole my fur baby and made him theirs. They gave him so much love and attention that after the first day with them, he made himself right at home. Seeing the pictures and videos made me feel at ease leaving him, knowing that he is wanted and appreciated, as if he is their own. I thank them so much and am so very touched.”
“Elizabeth was FANTASTIC! She was so thorough in understanding Hudson’s needs, sent tons of picture and video updates, and kept him entertained all weekend. She even flexed with our schedule to make sure he was taken care of no matter when our travel plans shifted due to all the uncertainty in the area. 10/10 would book her again and again!”
“Amazing as always!!! Melanie is the best and sends great updates and Rooney is always excited to visit. Being away it puts me at ease not only knowing Roo is safe but having fun too.”
“Based on the photos of her sprawled out and lounging around their home, our 12-year-old pup was very comfortable in Austin & Majid's care! They were kind, professional, and communicative throughout our time away.”
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