Personalized care for your dog or cat - Old Town
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Old Town
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Matt and Kelly (and their sweet daughter!) took great care of Robbin while I was away! They took her on plenty of walks and runs and I received pictures while I was away which was very much appreciated.”
“Rae took great care of Jesse for a week. She has lots Of toys and activities for the busy pet. I’m so glad my dog also got to enjoy a vacation. I would rebook with Rae.”
“I’ve been dragging my feet on leaving this review for one reason alone: I want to keep Elizabeth to myself! She is the best sitter I’ve been able to find on this app, and she is great at communicating both prior to a booking and during as well. My dog comes back happy and tired every time he stays with her and is always so excited to go back to her house. I trust her with my dog every time!”
“Our dog had a great stay with Kelly. She was very responsive and provided photos throughout his stay. He arrived home the next day and napped for hours, which is a sign for our energetic dog how much fun he had with Kelly! We will definitely use her again!”
“Jennifer and Louis were very friendly and accommodating for me and my pup first overnight stay I was very nervous in the beginning due to it being my dog first overnight stay. I a new to the app and was looking for a playful friendly dog that my dog can stay and play with occasionally. We have found one thank you Jennifer and Louis for your hospitality pictures and videos everything went great!”
“Nina is so great with my dog Barza! I have booked with her before and Barza always comes home a happy pup! Nina send pictures and updates daily and is super accommodating. Will definitely book again!!”
“Catherine & Nikhit took excellent care of Buckley, and I felt completely at ease during my two-week vacation. I received tons of photo and video updates, and it was clear that Buckley was having the best time ever. He looked happy, comfortable, and totally spoiled with attention. I loved every update and could tell he was being treated like part of the family. I would absolutely book with Catherine & Nikhit again in the future!”
“I had an extremely positive experience boarding my dog with Shane. He has a really nice environment for dogs - a cozy indoor area in his house and a large yard where they can play. Shane provided me daily updates and photos of my dog, which I really appreciated. Prior to boarding, he did a meet-and-greet with me so he could see if my dog is a good fit which made me confident that the dogs he watches are well-behaved and get along. He treated my dog very kindly and I would not hesitate to entrust him with my dog in the future.”
“Ollie has the best time with Donna and always comes back so happily tired! And we love all the adorable updates she sends. Ollie is excited to head back to Donna’s next week for more fun!!”
“Michelle took care of our bulldog Nelly for a few days while we were in town site seeing. Michelle is very nice and approachable and took time to show us the local park where Nelly would play. Throughout Nelly's stay, Michelle provided us with photos and updates which were truly appreciated. If in town again would defiantly use Michelle's services again and would highly recommend her. Thank you very much Michelle. Jay & Amy”
“I left my dog Archie with Francise for a couple days and she was great with him! He’s an anxious one and when I went to get him he seemed so happy and comfortable. Francise was great with accommodating me and had great communication while I was away.”
“Karen was absolutely amazing with caring for my puppy! She was ever so kind to keep her an extra day when I encountered flight issues getting back home. Dior was as well taken care of and she truly enjoyed her time. Cannot wait to book her again!”
“Anna took amazing care of our senior pup! We are so thankful to find someone who genuinely cares for pets and she treated ours as if she were her own. Anna also was a great communicator and we absolutely trust her to take care of our pup again!”
“Allie is wonderful! She has watched my pup twice and each time I’ve felt confident he is being very well taken care of. She was also incredibly understanding after weather delayed my flight home and I had to pick him up much later than expected. Would highly recommend!”
“Jessica did a great job with our puppy Balto! She sent us plenty of updates and pictures and he loved spending the weekend with her and her dog Kaya! Definitely recommend!”
“Deb and her husband took wonderful care of my pug Lyla. I felt very comfortable with them and they truly seemed to enjoy having her around. I would not hesitate to book with them again! Thank you!!”
“Dena took amazing care of my dog! She was very responsive and has great communication the entire time. My dog was definitely sad to leave but I certainly will be going back to them!”
“Katie took such good care of my dog. My dog can be slow to warm up to people, but she was instantly at ease with Katie and loved being a part of a pack for the weekend. Katie communicated well and sent lots of pictures and videos. I think my dog missed Katie and her dog after her visit. We’ll definitely board with her again.”
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Cat caregivers near you - Old Town
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“Julie was great! Short and sweet communication, photographs not just of my cat but of the care (food provided, litter cleaned, etc) which I really appreciate and gives me extra assurance that my kitty is being well cared for. Would absolutely book again. Very grateful.”
“Shannon was great! Took lots of photos and provided a very thorough update on her visit. She was very reliable and communicative! Would definitely book again!”
“Abbey is awesome! She took exceptional care of my kitties, one of whom requires oral meds twice daily. She’s thoughtful and communicative throughout. I so appreciate her care for the cats and things like plants during a heat wave. I’m thrilled to book Abbey again!”
“Shane is always our go to cat sitter. Our cat loves him and he is always responsible to come at the same time each day and also communicates easily With us.”
“Megan was fantastic with our cats. She sent great updates and photos and we were confident that they were being well cared for. Would definitely book again!”
“This was my first Rover.com experience and it was fantastic! So easy to set up and use and even to make a last minute date adjustment. Rachel was just terrific! Absolutely top-notch responsiveness and communication, she is very detail-oriented and thorough, and I was so happy to know Zoe was well cared for by a true cat-lover in my neighborhood. I plan to be a repeat customer in the coming weeks with Rachel!”
“Byul was excellent caring for my cat while we traveled for 10 days. She provided daily photos and videos, and even brought in mail and packages for us. Our cat was happy and healthy when we got back!”
“Nicollette did a great job looking after my rather shy cat. She was very sensitive to his needs and very communicative as to her intentions and questions. I wouldn't hesitate to ask her to sit for him again.”
“Mandy was wonderful! She took great care of my dog and cat, was very communicative, and made me feel very comfortable leaving them in her care! I would definitely recommend Mandy to anyone!”
“Would definitely recommend Laura - had messes (including vomit) that Laura graciously dealt with on multiple drop-in visits and she kept me informed of everything. Always communicative as well.”
“We felt stress-free knowing our cat was in Alexandra’s hands. Our cat is very skittish and doesn’t trust new people, but was letting Alexandra pet her only a few days into watching her! Every night, I looked forward to the photos and updates Alexandra would send. I would recommend her to absolutely anyone!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Old Town
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Jennifer was absolutely amazing! She’s incredibly knowledgeable about dogs and it’s so clear how much she cares for them. She made my own dog feel right at home! I really appreciated all her communication and her flexibility on my pick up time. Will 100% book again. Thank you Jennifer!”
“Nina was great! We were on vacation and had a last minute change of plans. Nina responded quickly to our inquiry and was able to accommodate us last minute. She took great care of Shadow! I would use her again if we’re ever back in DC ?”
“I always get nervous leaving my 1 year old pup with someone new, but Elizabeth was absolutely wonderful and exceeded all my expectations. I could tell immediately that she’s a dog person, and she sent me tons of updates throughout the day. I’m so grateful for her and will be booking again next time I need daycare!”
“Shane truly cares about the dogs in his daycare and treated my dog like a member of his family! I feel so fortunate to have discovered Shane on Rover. He is a true animal lover with a perfect daycare setup in Alexandria.”
“I cannot say enough good things about Megan. She really went above and beyond for Ollie and it shows. He crashed every time he came home which shows just how much play he got at Megan’s. We will definitely be back!”
“Lucy had a fun day with Russ and the two resident dogs. She loved being outside in the yard. Russ was easy to work with and very accommodating even when I had unexpected delays. Lucy can’t wait to come back!”
“I just want say thank you to Lindsey for watching my Titus for me!!! We just moved from Texas on Monday and she’s been caring for Titus while we house hunt. Even though you just watched him few times this week. Titus already loves you we been blessed to have great sitters each duty station and we are blessed once more. Thank you again!!!”
“Abigail and Cole were absolutely wonderful with our pup. They are friendly, communicative, and clearly treated our dog like their own. We came home to a happy, relaxed pup and felt at ease the entire time knowing he was in such good hands. Highly recommend Abigail and Cole to anyone looking for reliable and caring pet sitters!”
About: Hi there! I’m Grant - my wife and I are huge dog lovers. In April of 2025, we lost our first dog, Moose, a 90lb golden retriever mix. To honor his memory, we began a fostering journey. We successfully fostered out 5 dogs (3 of them seniors) to their forever homes over the next year (including the 5th one, who became our own!). We are aquatinted with all kinds and sizes with dogs. It’s been an honor to get to know each one and explore their unique personalities! We currently have 2 dogs of our own at home: Ellie, a 3yo petite Great Pyrenees, and Charlie, a 2yo Australian Shepherd. They LIVE for playing with other dogs - we’d love to host your pup and provide them a happy, fun, safe space to stay while you are away. Do you have a big dog? Are you anxious about it pulling your dog walker? I’ve got experience with large dogs pulling and I can handle yours. I will give them the distance and space they need to have a happy and safe walk. I get anxious when we have others look after our dogs. Anything could happen. Know that I will bring every bit of care and safety to your dog that I bring to mine every day. They’re valuable members of your family and I will treat them as such. Please reach out with any questions. Thank you! I work from home when I am not traveling for work, so am fairly flexible during the day and week. Just let me know the time and we’ll see if it works! My own dog is like my child. I know that you feel the same way about yours. I will follow all instructions to a T. I am passionate about safety about my own dog - I will bring that level of care to you.
“Missy had a great time with Matthew's family and their dog Luna. In terms of coordination, Matthew was very responsive, and flexible with pick up and dropoff times which made our lives very easy. We're in the area for a week on holiday and have already booked with Matthew for next week given what a great time Missy had!”
“Kamryn did an excellent job taking care of my dog Cooper! She is very welcoming and clearly cares for the animals she works with. I felt peace of mind leaving Cooper in her care and wouldn’t hesitate to do so again. Would highly recommend!”
“Joanna is a very kind hearted sitter. Drake fell in love with her the first time he meet her. Remi is a cool dude who has confidence and is very friendly. I have zero worries whne Drake is in her care.”
“Kasey made me AND Pinot feel so at ease! She was so enjoyable to communicate and work with. Very detailed and thorough in her updates and overall a genuine and caring person! Thank you for having Pinot.”
“Sarah and Ben took such great care of Brady! I couldn’t have asked for a better setup for my golden. This in-home doggy daycare was the perfect mix of comfort and socialization—especially with another golden there to play with. I had peace of mind knowing that he was safe and being cared for during my long work shift. He came home tired and clearly very happy. The one-on-one attention, safe environment, and built-in playmate made all the difference.”
About: I have three years old golden doodle. We have scheduled potty walk and play time at least three times per day. I might spoil your dog with good caring ❤️ Morning potty walk / lunch play & walk (30-40mins) / evening play &walk (30-40mins) + before bed time pee walk. Also scheduled meal time after walk. I keep dogs happy but also safe. I normally share photos of your dog regularly to make sure you know your dog’s doing well through Rover app.
“Katie is great! This was Mochi’s first time being around other dogs for this amount of time and she definitely put my mind at ease with of all the pictures she sent. Mochi had a great time and will definitely be seeing Katie and Henry soon!”
“You guys were a life saver, I must admit I was a bit nervous as this was a first time using Rover. But Natalie and Bryce made me at ease for the moment we met. Now let’s get into Dutch :) we had a time getting in the truck as he was still trying to follow you guys!!! That tells me he really enjoyed the care you provided. Thank you thank you soooo much!! We would definitely use you guys again!!!!!!!”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Old Town
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
About: I have owned and loved pets my whole life. Growing up I owned dogs, and took care of neighborhood dogs and cats. Now, I own two cats, and love visiting with and taking care of pets of friends and family. I am available most days and times, including mornings, evenings, and weekends. Flexible scheduling, and happy to work with your pets routine care and needs! I know how deeply people care for their pets, as a pet owner myself. Each pet has their own personality and attention needs. Whether it be an excitable dog, or a cat that needs a little extra space to feel comfortable, I think it is important to make sure the level they need is appropriately met!
“Mounia was fantastic! Great communication throughout, lots of photos, and really patient with both me and my pup - which is especially appreciated since we just moved to the neighborhood. Will definitely book again!”
“Nolan did great walking my dog. He was very communicative and responded quickly to messages. My dog loved him, and I will be sure to go back to him for dog walks in the future!”
“Paul is the best dog walker I’ve ever had. He’s incredibly reliable: he answers messages promptly, is always on time for walks, and as a bonus, is a genuinely kind person. I have a 100lb. dog and Paul is able to walk him without issue, and can even wrangle him into his rain coat! I would trust Paul with caring for any animal. Before he leaves everyday, he fills up the water bowl and has never once forgotten. I truly cannot recommend Paul enough.”
“Nathan has been walking my dog, Obi, consistently 3 days per week for two weeks and has done a great job! He was patient with my initially skeptical dog and Obi has come to trust him and enjoys their walks! I recommend Nathan's services if you are looking for a dog walker or other support with your dog.”
“Mandy was extremely professional, communicative, and overall friendly and personable. Our dog Frankie loved spending time with Mandy and we will absolutely be working with her again in the future. I highly recommend booking with Mandy!”
About: I have a flexible schedule working from home, so I can give your cats the time and attention they deserve. I’m reliable and professional and will ensure your cats are well cared for. I will treat your home with care and respect when I come to care for your cats. I can be trusted to follow instructions, communicate clearly, and take good care of your place. I’m also happy to bring in mail/newspapers, water plants, or take care of any other little task that needs doing.
“Carolina is so wonderful! She truly cares about Ali, though her well-being, and that she has fun on her walk. Carolina is flexible and responsive. I truly trust her with Ali’s care!”
About: I've never met a dog I didn't love! Growing up around dogs, they've always been a huge part of my life. I'm comfortable caring for dogs of all sizes and personalities, whether that means long walks, playtime, feeding, or lots of attention and affection. I'll treat your dog like one of my own and make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you're away. 🐾 I'm currently home from college for the summer and working part-time as a hostess, which gives me a flexible schedule throughout the week. Dog walking is something I genuinely enjoy, and I'm able to work around my shifts to provide reliable walks, drop-in visits, and pet care. I'm happy to communicate my availability and work with owners to find times that fit their needs! I always try to follow each pet's normal routine so they feel comfortable and cared for. In a client's home, I'll make sure your pet gets plenty of exercise, attention, playtime, fresh water, and any meals or medications as instructed. I also keep owners updated with photos and messages so they know their pet is happy and doing well. My goal is to make your pet feel safe, loved, and stress-free while you're away.
“Nikki is very flexible and communicative. It was a super rainy week and she still took our dog on her full length walks and dried her off and cleaned her paws upon return. Nikki’s services are top tier and I highly recommend you book with her!”
“Hilary did a great job taking care of Mona while we were away. Communication was excellent, she was reliable, and it was clear Mona was comfortable and happy in her care. Mona is 17 and has a few extra needs, including medication, and Hilary handled everything perfectly. We came home to a happy dog and had complete peace of mind while we were gone. We’d absolutely book with her again.”
About: I've been a long-time cat-person who also has experience adopting a rescue dog and raising her from her puppy years to old age - I'm knowledgeable about training, medication administration, and handling reactive or nervous pets. I've been a pet sitter and house sitter for many years, and would love to support you and your family in your pet care needs. I'm an academic librarian new to NOVA with work from home flexibility. Over the month of December, I have extended time off for the holidays and will be staying in the area. I've been a pet and house sitter and feel confident about coming to your space and paying attention to the details that matter to keep your pet healthy, happy, and safe. I live in an apartment complex and have a cat myself, which I imagine folks will take into consideration in case they want to leave their pet with me.
About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life ranging from our own family dogs (up to 5 at one point). To training hound puppies for a local fox hunting kennel. I have experience with dogs ranging from 2-4 lbs up to 75-100lbs! I’m currently WFH so my hours are flexible. Anything around lunch time or early in the morning is the best for me but with heads up I can make time. I have dog sat for close friends at their apartment only as mine does not pets. I have been able to follow specific instructions on feeding and attention as well as walking dogs that aren’t overly friendly!
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Large dog specialists near you - Old Town
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Matt and Kelly (and their sweet daughter!) took great care of Robbin while I was away! They took her on plenty of walks and runs and I received pictures while I was away which was very much appreciated.”
“I’ve been dragging my feet on leaving this review for one reason alone: I want to keep Elizabeth to myself! She is the best sitter I’ve been able to find on this app, and she is great at communicating both prior to a booking and during as well. My dog comes back happy and tired every time he stays with her and is always so excited to go back to her house. I trust her with my dog every time!”
“Our dog had a great stay with Kelly. She was very responsive and provided photos throughout his stay. He arrived home the next day and napped for hours, which is a sign for our energetic dog how much fun he had with Kelly! We will definitely use her again!”
“Nina is so great with my dog Barza! I have booked with her before and Barza always comes home a happy pup! Nina send pictures and updates daily and is super accommodating. Will definitely book again!!”
“Ollie has the best time with Donna and always comes back so happily tired! And we love all the adorable updates she sends. Ollie is excited to head back to Donna’s next week for more fun!!”
“Michelle took care of our bulldog Nelly for a few days while we were in town site seeing. Michelle is very nice and approachable and took time to show us the local park where Nelly would play. Throughout Nelly's stay, Michelle provided us with photos and updates which were truly appreciated. If in town again would defiantly use Michelle's services again and would highly recommend her. Thank you very much Michelle. Jay & Amy”
“I left my dog Archie with Francise for a couple days and she was great with him! He’s an anxious one and when I went to get him he seemed so happy and comfortable. Francise was great with accommodating me and had great communication while I was away.”
“Anna took amazing care of our senior pup! We are so thankful to find someone who genuinely cares for pets and she treated ours as if she were her own. Anna also was a great communicator and we absolutely trust her to take care of our pup again!”
“Dena took amazing care of my dog! She was very responsive and has great communication the entire time. My dog was definitely sad to leave but I certainly will be going back to them!”
“Trixie had an amazing stay with Jennifer! She received lots of love while she was there and we received great communication to let us know she was living her best life while we were away! Definitely will use again when we go away!”
“We had a fantastic experience with Emmanuel and will definitely entrust our golden retriever Gracie with him again! He helped us out on short notice for an overnight stay. He immediately built trust and communicated frequently while Gracie stayed with him. We are so glad we found him!”
“As always Melanie and Greg (and their two adorable kids) did a fantastic job caring for our pups. They’re so attentive, loving, and genuinely love dogs! They sent great pictures and our pups were exhausted when they got home! Absolutely will use them again.”
“Sarah was great, super flexible. She offered to pick him up when a schedule conflict arose. Also sent adorable pics and videos while I was away! Lovely person!”
“Our experience with Jadyn has been great! He is great at sending pictures and staying in contact throughout the stay. He took great care of our dogs and would definitely recommend him to anyone that needs dog care.”
“Russ and family took great care of our 13 year-old Goldendoodle for nine nights. Copper has a few health issues, and is on several medications that he takes four times per day. Russ ensured that Copper got all his meds and kept track on a chart we provided. He also sent photos daily showing Copper doing well which gave us great comfort while we were away on vacation. Russ and family are clearly dog lovers, and I would definitely recommend them and would use them again.”
“Brian was amazing!!! Him and his wife took good care of my Jesse. He was flexible with drop off and pick up time. He kept me updated. Jesse was allowed on the couch!!! (That was a big deal to me).Thank God I have found a sitter who I will be using in the future. Jesse was sad to leave them!!! Thank you guys!!!”
“Pat and her dog, Mojo, were wonderful hosts! Pat went above and beyond to make Jackie comfortable! Jackie came home tired because of the fun activities of walking and playing in the yard with MOJO. We truly appreciated the acceptance from our short notice over the holiday…. Thank you! We will definitely use Pat and Mojo again!!!!!!”
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