Personalized care for your dog or cat - Columbia Heights
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Columbia Heights
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Mckinley watched my kitten Cashew over the July 4 long weekend, and she was awesome! A week before Cashew’s boarding stay started, she proposed a phone call to learn all about his care and any concerns I had. She sent consistent updates with photos/videos of Cashew throughout his stay, and he clearly had a blast playing with her cat!”
“Our 13 yo pitbull loved her stay with Christian! She is very communicative, sent us photos, and made sure she got all her meds. Would leave our pup with her again.”
“Anne Marie took such great care of Danny, she was patient and kind to him as a senior dog and just loved on him! I will definitely be asking Anne Marie to care for him again when I need it.”
“Faustine took such wonderful care of our pup! She provided frequent adorable updates and I could tell her was so at ease in her home. Would absolutely book with her again.”
“Rodrigo was a lifesaver on multiple occasions in just a few short days - accepting a frantic last minute booking I had when some plans fell through and being very patient and helpful dealing with unexpected travel delays on my return. Plus I could tell Watson had a great time and got along super well with the lovely Luna. I have actually already booked again as I knew Watson is in good hands. Thanks Rodrigo!!”
“Stephanie and Luis did an amazing job dog sitting! Communication was great from start to finish, and they kept me updated with pictures, which really put my mind at ease. They were so welcoming and even created a special space in their home for Coco and Chloe. I’d definitely trust them and rebook again!”
“Jenna was outstanding! Communication was nearly instantaneous, and it was clear she and her husband truly loved our dogs. We received frequent messages and tons of great photos showing our pups happy, relaxed, and having fun. They were clearly in excellent hands. As good as it gets: we’ll absolutely use her again!”
“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.”
“With a senior dog, we do get nervous about leaving mango new places. I would say within five minutes of the meet and greet it was clear that Shanilka and her husband would be taking great care of him. They asked all the right questions and during our stay sent regular updates to make sure we knew he was in good hands. Would definitely use again!”
“Katherin was AMAZING with Wrigley, so thoughtful and attentive. We received very thorough updates and she was quick so ask any questions she had. We had a bit of a snafu with her food and Katherin went above and beyond to make sure she had the right stuff to get through her stay. She was also very flexible with pick up and drop off which made everything with Wrigley’s stay super easy! Will definitely be re-booking for any future Wrigley needs!”
“Our dog Hugo has stayed at Haydenn’s apartment a few times and loves it there. He has separation anxiety but always seems happy to hang out with Haydenn, which is a great sign to us! I really liked that before our first booking, Haydenn requested a meet and greet to make sure he was only accepting well-behaved dogs. While we were gone, we got regular updates about Hugo and he came back happy and healthy. :) Haydenn was also very flexible with drop off and pick up. Our flight was delayed coming home and he was very accommodating. We will definitely continue using Haydenn in the future!”
“We have used Austin and Majid on multiple occasions (and already have them booked for our next stay.) Francis is always so happy when he recognizes that we are on their street. They take great care of him and are glad to have a safe place for him to be when we are away.”
“Alejandro is a wonderful sitter. He was the perfect companion for our timid, finicky miss Maddie. Maddie has a tough time eating and Alejandro was patient and worked with her to make her comfortable enough to eat. He sent wonderful pictures and communicated well while we were away. We we sure she was in good hands and enjoyed our vacation worry free. She was in great spirits when we picked her up and we could tell she enjoyed her stay. We will definitely contact Alejandro again whenever we need a sitter.”
“My very timid dachshund love his stay! We were so nervous as this was the first time we had been separated from our new foster fail in the 8 months we have had him. Charnetta won him over - we were amazed how quickly he took to her. Her gentleness with animals shows. Thank you Charnetta!”
“Lia was responsive and sent detailed updates throughout each day. Lia was also very flexible with some last minute changes I needed to make to the booking. Foxy had a great time staying with her!”
“We are truly thankful to Michael for taking care of our dog while we traveled. She clearly had a great time and we appreciated the regular messages and photos of walks during her stay. Thanks Michael!”
“Chad and his wife were wonderful carers for my dog! She experienced some GI issues while staying with them and they made appropriate modifications to her diet and offered helpful tips.”
Over 4.1 million dogs curled up for a sleepover in a sitter's home on Rover1
Cat caregivers near you - Columbia Heights
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Caden was great at taking care of Thelma & Louise for a last minute booking. He communicated well and showed pictures of them eating since one of my cats eats fast especially when anxious. He did a great job sending pictures too. Highly recommend Caden for your summer vacations!”
“I could rest easy knowing my cats were in such good hands! Hallie is an excellent communicator, she sent me detailed updates with the cutest photos and was very responsive. Would definitely book again.”
“Tamara was amazing with our cat Archie. Communication was seamless, and she took great photos of him while we were away. Highly recommend booking Tamara for your pet sitting needs!”
“Jose was amazing! Our kitties can be a bit of a handful but Jose went above and beyond to make sure their needs were met and we were in the loop on how they were doing. My wife and I will definitely be repeat clients. Highly recommend!!!”
“Provided amazing care of our cats like a true cat lover and professional. Established a routine, took care of all the little details, gave the kitties much needed social and play time, and went above and beyond in her visit summaries and photos. She is great!”
“We were extremely happy with the care that Caris gave our two cats. Her communication was excellent and she sent lots of pictures and updates to us. We would absolutely use her services again in the future.”
“Abby was amazing! Incredibly kind and competent and often went above and beyond to take care of my cat. She was very communicative and in tune with my cat’s needs. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone else”
“Bridgette did such an amazing job caring for my two cats. She took so any good photos and played with them and even was able to give my cat a pill she hates taking. I would 100 percent book with her again”
“Jackie took great care of our two kitties! We loved the photos of them rolling for her. We know that they were comfortable with her and we appreciate her great care of them! We will book with her again. ❤️”
“Molly was great! I’m so glad I booked with her and she was able to hang out with Leo this week while I was away. I loved getting the photos and she made sure to make extra time giving my keys back after a crazy travel day. 10/10! :)”
“Ann was a great cat sitter for Simon and Penny. She gave me detailed reports and sent adorable photos. Would highly recommend Ann for your pet sitting needs!”
“Sunia took care of my cat for two weeks while I was away and was very attentive and communicative! My cat loved her and I could tell she was happy on my return.”
“We always ask Catherine to care for our cat when we’re out of town and she does a great job. He is well taken care of and she gives us helpful reports after visits.”
“Alexander stepped in for a last-minute drop in and did great. He sent a lot of pictures, and I returned to find my cat with sufficient food, water, scraped litter, etc. Thanks Alexander!”
“Nick is absolutely fantastic! He’s thorough, kind, and professional. My cat Mini Me loves him and he takes really good care of her. I highly recommend him and will certainly book him again.”
“I’ve been so fortunate to find William to help me with my other sitter while I’m away in Alaska on a traveling nursing contract. He has been incredibly detailed, dependable, trustworthy, and loving with my fur Baby. He takes the most amazing photos! Just incredible- I’m saving every single one of them, they’re just absolutely precious!! To be able to trust somebody in your home while you’re away for months at a time is just priceless, but most importantly, while away with a furry family member - has just brought me such immense peace and comfort. My little girl Violet absolutely loves William and took to him immediately! He’s been so patient and helpful as well, especially when there was a mistake on my end with medication dosing. He makes excellent suggestions about her care (he’s so observant) and is a superb communicator as well; so eloquent in his notes to me about his time with my girl! I look forward to them daily! :) Thank you so much William -God bless you for all your help, I’m so grateful that I found you! - Dani and Violet 💜🦄😻”
“Sarah was flexible, reliable, and very communicative. My cat definitely struggles with some separation anxiety and frequently seems agitated when I get home from a trip, but I came home to a happy kitty thanks to Sarah! I would absolutely book her again.”
“Leigh did a great job of taking care of my two cats while I was away! Very communicative, she followed instructions and everything went very well! I would be happy to have her back to care for my boys another time :)”
About: I have been trusted to take care of dogs, cats, and even birds since I was 12. Neighbors, friends, and family have relied on me to provide loving care to their pets. I am dedicated to providing individualized care to your pet, based on their needs. I am newly pursuing a masters degree and maintaining part-time work. I am excited that this transition has allowed me to commit more availability to Rover. My calendar is reflective of my availability when I am not in-person at work or at school. I love walking around the city and spending time with animals, so caring for your pets is something that I look forward to incorporating into my new routine! I have been trusted to care for pets in their owners’ homes since I was 12. I will show you and your home respect as I provide loving care to your pet.
Why choose a sitter on Rover
Background-checked house sitters
Every sitter profile has been reviewed and approved by Rover before joining our community.
A perfect match for every pet
Read sitter profiles to find 5-star reviews and specialists who understand your pet's unique personality.
Connection before booking
Schedule a free in-person meeting to ensure a perfect fit before you ever book.
Perfect for high energy dogs - Columbia Heights
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Emily is such a great sitter she is accomidating and understadning. Winston loves going there and once he realizes where he is doing he tries pulling me to her building. Safe to say he likes his day care time with Emily”
“Joey did a fantastic job to take great care of my 7-year-old labrador who had a bit of separation anxiety. I am so grateful with Joey to accept the last minute request after a brief meet up. I would love to use his services again and highly recommend him. Thanks again Joey for your flexibility and patience with Meimei!”
“Rodrigo and Luna were wonderful partners for my dog Cooper when we needed help with day care! We really appreciated Rodrigo’s flexibility in scheduling and look forward to sending Cooper to visit again soon.”
“Max always takes good care of Ori and Jax. They both love going to him weekly and always come back so tired. Thanks Max for knowing them so well and for the frequent updates.”
“Holly was absolutely amazing with Stella! Stella can be incredibly nervous in new environments, but Holly showed so much patience and gentle care to help her settle in. She truly went above and beyond to make Stella feel safe, comfortable, and loved. It is incredible to find someone who understands anxious dogs so well. We would definitely be booking with Holly again when we are in town—highly recommend!”
“Marc was awesome!! Our dog has a lot of anxiety and reactivity and he took those issues in stride and followed our instructions. Also super professional and provided updates.”
“They were absolutely amazing with Whiskey! They would send me pictures throughout the day and give me updates which really helped with feeling at ease. I would highly recommend them to dogsit for you!”
“Kat is super kind and attentive! She loves dogs and knows them well. We feel great about leaving Chester with her given how communicative she is.”
“Vernon took lovely care of our boy! He was communicative, timely and flexible. He took our request at the last minute and adjusted to our schedule. He is efficient and I could tell that our boy had a good time. This was our first time using Rover and he gave us the peace of mind. We will definitely be using him again!”
“Wally loved staying there and Claire was wonderful with him. She was very responsive in terms of communication and was willing to meet up once before our stay as a meet and greet to make sure he was okay!”
“Jono was amazing with Moose! Moose is shy with people, but warmed up to Jono right away, he has such a good understanding of dogs! Moose was so excited to go everyday and loved playing with Robbie and Daphne. Will be using him again!”
“Zachary and Christina are the best kept secret in DC. I tried a few other dog sitters when I moved to the area and none are as attentive. My picky dog loves going over and I’m quickly ignored as he scampers inside. They send phenomenal pictures and videos throughout the stay and my guy looks playful and happy in each one, another great sign of these thoughtful sitters.”
“This was my puppy’s first time with a sitter but Christian was awesome easing his anxiety and taking great care of him. She’s very responsive, reliable , and extremely patient ! I’ll definitely be using her again.”
About: I am a pet lover. I grew up in a home with many pets including dogs and cats and have always had a special connection to animals. I love going on long walks and heading to the dog park when the weather is nice. I am here to help you care for your pet the best way possible. I'll always listen to special instructions and will show your pet the love and attention as if they were my own. I have a flexible schedule and am able to do "drop-in visits" and "rover now" walks during most week days when many walkers are unavailable. I am in the office two days a week, Tuesdays and a flex day. I can't wait to meet your fur baby! **I cannot accept pets that get into plants as I have a few not pet safe plants at home** I work from home 3 days a week and am home most weekends! I too Iove middle of the day walks and all day hangs! I am in a pet friendly building that is super close to Rock Creek for longer walks. My home is child free, and smoke free. I do have a senior beagle mix I adopted from a family member who could not bring him with for an overseas move who is a full time pet at the home.
“I was so grateful that Becca was able to offer daycare for my dog over Labor Day Weekend. My senior Lab had a great time relaxing and exploring with new friends, and he came home lovingly tired and contented! Looking forward to requesting future care from Becca.”
“Taurus was great. Highly recommend. He’s communicative throughout the process. He suggested and then we easily arranged a meet and greet before he sat the dog. Great service”
“Gregory is so wonderful with Evie! We’ve used him multiple times and, honestly, it brings me so much joy and ease to know they take care of Evie like their own. They play with her, challenge her, cuddle with her, and she looks forward to going every time! She loves their dogs and they’re all like little besties now. Gregory has great communication and provides updates throughout the day to make everything even better. We love sending Evie here!!”
More than 1.6 million pets enjoyed cuddles and care from sitters on Rover1
Adventure-ready dog walkers - Columbia Heights
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
About: I have taken care of dogs and cats since I was 10 years old. I’m comfortable with dogs of all sizes and with a variety of needs. Volunteer with humane rescue alliance in DC since 2024 (can provide verification upon request) and certified to work with “blue” dogs. I regularly interact and sit for my brother and friends’ cats! Lots of references available! I’m a teacher on summer break with a flexible schedule during the day! I will be proactive, communicative, and honest with you about my schedule. I will take care of your pet as if they are my own. You can expect lots of cute photos and check ins (if desired), and a happy & healthy dog or cat when you reunite. :)
“Pauline walked/fed our senior dog during the holidays and was so great! She made our dog feel comfortable, was super communicative and sent lots of pictures, and put our minds at ease while we were on vacation during the colder days of the year. Will definitely book with Pauline again in the future - thank you!”
“Naa Kuorkor has done an amazing job with Charlie. She’s been detailed with how the walks went and making sure that Charlie is content. She’s consistent with clear communication. I highly recommend her for your dog walking needs :)”
“William was fantastic! I got stuck away from home for far longer than expected and needed an emergency walker. William was over to my place within 15 minutes of messaging him and communicated clearly the entire time. Highly recommend!”
“Nick has been so polite, prompt, and communicative in setting up and executing recurring walks for our girl Georgia. She pulls on the leash, is reactive to dogs, and tries to eat everything she sees, and none of that was too much for Nick. We’re really happy to have him walking her and are excited for future overnight stays too!”
“Catherine took such great care of Ham! She walked her on her usual route and followed her puppy routine to a tee. She was professional, responsive, and easy to coordinate with.”
“Rachael was fantastic walking our dog, and on relatively short notice too. Very communicative, good with updates and photos, and clearly has a natural way with animals - our pup warmed up to her immediately! Highly recommend.”
“Molly was great! She was very responsive and responsible. Worked super well with my very stubborn dog. She was very communicative. I would definitely ask her to walk my dog again!”
“Caroline was so sweet to my pup that was being incredibly timid when she arrived to go for a walk. She was communicative with me and did everything she could to make an effort to make my dog comfortable. I highly recommend her!”
“Misha is super responsive, friendly & is very flexible for me & my schedule, which helps take some stress off of my crazy schedule. Will definitely keep booking!!”
“5 Stars – Absolutely Amazing! Riley has been walking our dog Ranger for the past three months, and we couldn’t be more grateful for her. From day one, she was professional, kind, and immediately bonded with Ranger. He’s a strong, energetic pup, but Riley handled him with such confidence and care. She consistently showed up on time, gave detailed updates after each walk (with adorable photos!), and truly treated Ranger like her own. It gave us such peace of mind knowing he was in such loving and capable hands. Riley went above and beyond—adjusting to Ranger’s needs, braving all kinds of weather, and even helping reinforce his leash manners. She’s been an absolute gem, and we’re going to miss her so much! If you’re lucky enough to have Riley care for your pet, you’re in the best hands possible.”
About: Hi, I'm Cymia! I’m a college sophomore and student-athlete free for the rest of July and first week of august to care for your pet! I’ve had cats and dogs my entire life, and I started pet sitting back in middle school. When I’m not training, I love being out in nature, listening to music, and hanging out with animals. Because of my athletic background, I have plenty of energy for long, active walks, but I'm just as happy cozying up with a cat. I’m reliable, active, and available for flexible summer scheduling. I can't wait to treat your furry family members like my own I have plenty of time to care for your pets! As my schedule has no current commitments to anything else I am looking to get to know some new furry friends For my own pets, I keep a solid routine with regular meals, plenty of exercise, and a safe environment. I make sure nothing that can be chocked on or dangerous for your pet
“Jobi is great! She's always very responsive to walk requests, even with my sporadic schedule. She takes my dog around the park and is great handler. My dog loves her! Would highly recommend.”
Over 980,000 dogs traded couch time for play time with Doggy Day Care on Rover1
Large dog specialists near you - Columbia Heights
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Mckinley watched my kitten Cashew over the July 4 long weekend, and she was awesome! A week before Cashew’s boarding stay started, she proposed a phone call to learn all about his care and any concerns I had. She sent consistent updates with photos/videos of Cashew throughout his stay, and he clearly had a blast playing with her cat!”
“Our 13 yo pitbull loved her stay with Christian! She is very communicative, sent us photos, and made sure she got all her meds. Would leave our pup with her again.”
“Faustine took such wonderful care of our pup! She provided frequent adorable updates and I could tell her was so at ease in her home. Would absolutely book with her again.”
“Rodrigo was a lifesaver on multiple occasions in just a few short days - accepting a frantic last minute booking I had when some plans fell through and being very patient and helpful dealing with unexpected travel delays on my return. Plus I could tell Watson had a great time and got along super well with the lovely Luna. I have actually already booked again as I knew Watson is in good hands. Thanks Rodrigo!!”
“Jenna was outstanding! Communication was nearly instantaneous, and it was clear she and her husband truly loved our dogs. We received frequent messages and tons of great photos showing our pups happy, relaxed, and having fun. They were clearly in excellent hands. As good as it gets: we’ll absolutely use her again!”
“With a senior dog, we do get nervous about leaving mango new places. I would say within five minutes of the meet and greet it was clear that Shanilka and her husband would be taking great care of him. They asked all the right questions and during our stay sent regular updates to make sure we knew he was in good hands. Would definitely use again!”
“Katherin was AMAZING with Wrigley, so thoughtful and attentive. We received very thorough updates and she was quick so ask any questions she had. We had a bit of a snafu with her food and Katherin went above and beyond to make sure she had the right stuff to get through her stay. She was also very flexible with pick up and drop off which made everything with Wrigley’s stay super easy! Will definitely be re-booking for any future Wrigley needs!”
“Our dog Hugo has stayed at Haydenn’s apartment a few times and loves it there. He has separation anxiety but always seems happy to hang out with Haydenn, which is a great sign to us! I really liked that before our first booking, Haydenn requested a meet and greet to make sure he was only accepting well-behaved dogs. While we were gone, we got regular updates about Hugo and he came back happy and healthy. :) Haydenn was also very flexible with drop off and pick up. Our flight was delayed coming home and he was very accommodating. We will definitely continue using Haydenn in the future!”
“We have used Austin and Majid on multiple occasions (and already have them booked for our next stay.) Francis is always so happy when he recognizes that we are on their street. They take great care of him and are glad to have a safe place for him to be when we are away.”
“My very timid dachshund love his stay! We were so nervous as this was the first time we had been separated from our new foster fail in the 8 months we have had him. Charnetta won him over - we were amazed how quickly he took to her. Her gentleness with animals shows. Thank you Charnetta!”
“We are truly thankful to Michael for taking care of our dog while we traveled. She clearly had a great time and we appreciated the regular messages and photos of walks during her stay. Thanks Michael!”
“This is the 2nd time that Elizabeth has watched my dog and she did a wonderful job. She was highly communicative and sent lots of photos. I would definitely recommend her to anybody who needs pet care.”
“So communicative with us, with lots of great pictures and videos. Looked like Bogart had a great time and got to meet a lot of people and other animals. Really appreciate the high level of care Max gave Bogart!”
“Morgan was fantastic!! This was actually my first time using rover as a customer. She was very understanding and was willing to meet my pup beforehand which made the transition much more comfortable for the both of us. My pup and hers had a wonderful time. Would recommend.”
“Michael was the best dog sitter we’ve ever had! Cannot recommend enough. We were looking for someone who would exercise our dog and we truly found it. We came home from a trip to a happy, tired dog. Lots of pictures and videos and we could tell he was genuinely cared for as if he were Michael’s own dog.”
“Sam and Tracy took wonderful care of our dog Guava, and were so flexible with us with some changes on our end and then later regarding an unusually serious snowstorm. Thanks so much!!!”
“Katie was very accommodating. Since this was my first time using the service, I did not know what to expect. She kept in touch throughout my fur babies stay and sent pictures. She asked questions and gave me an opportunity to ask questions as well.”
“Natalia and Edward are fantastic! I’ve used them twice now and have nothing but positive things to say! They’re great about sending daily updates. I will for sure use again!”
Not ready to book?
Get started building your pet's profile and discover trusted pet care in your neighborhood.
