Personalized care for your dog or cat - Fairfax
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Fairfax
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Our dog Woody had a great time with Cindy. Everything went very smoothly. We would highly recommend Cindy to a dog owner wants someone to take care of their dog if it was their own. Woody was there for his birthday and Cindy even gave him a nice party.”
“Kayla is the real deal. Amazing with my big baby doodle. You can tell she has great experience and a way with dogs. She’s super responsive and easy going. I can’t recommend her enough!”
“First time using Na-Young and could not be happier. She is very personable and we were glad to have her watch a member of our family. Daily pics show how happy our dog is staying with her. I will use her to watch our dog again. Thanks, Na-Young!”
“Hoa is an amazing caretaker. Her passion for caring for senior dogs is evident. She is conscientious, responsive, and timely, and was diligent in administering medication to my dog as requested. She also kept Hallie active, providing plenty of walks and outdoor activity. I would be happy to use Hoa’s services again.”
“This was my first time ever using Rover and I must say it was such a great experience! Veronica was super laid back and made me feel that Jax was in great hands. I was so worried to drop him off with someone other than family but I will most definitely be reaching out to Veronica in the future. Thanks Veronica!”
“I can’t say enough good things about the care my 12-year-old baby Dharma received! Leaving an older dog behind is never easy, but from the moment we connected, I knew Dharma would be in loving hands. Mei was incredibly attentive, patient, and truly treated Dharma like part of the family. I received regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. Dharma came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely loves dogs and understands the needs of senior pups, Mei is the one. Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of my girl!”
“Rebecca boarded our pup for a week. She communicated well, sent pictures, and asked questions about feeding schedules when our pup wasn’t eating. We knew our pup was in good hands!”
“Gail was so wonderful with my pup Mia!! I received several updates and photos to rest assured that my girl was safe and happy!! Thanks, Gail! We will definitely see you again!!”
“Sabine is EXCELLENT! Not only did she take excellent care of my two little Yorkies, she went above and beyond in their care. I fell I’ll while on my trip and had to delay my return by a day. She was understanding and incredibly helpful, even picking up extra food for them. I can tell my little pups loved her and her dogs. She is kind, loving, very observant, and an excellent communicator. Now knowing I have someone I can trust wholeheartedly, makes me feel so much better when considering going out of town. THANK YOU, Sabine!”
“Lilly is quick in responses, very flexible and updated us with daily photos. We were very thankful she took our dog, Izzy, in for thanksgiving weekend especially since we had to drop her off before 8am! Thank you for the TLC, Lilly!”
“We had a great experience with these hosts! They were very kind and seemed confident taking care of our two young Shih-Poos. They sent us photos throughout the entire stay, which was so reassuring. The dogs came home happy and well cared for. We would absolutely board with them again!”
“Fantastic family to board with. Roger was kept very active and given lots of love. Terrific experience and will always try to book with Carrie and Matthew when available.”
“Miguelina and her family took wonderful care of my Reginald for the week he stayed. I got a brief update and pictures at the end of each day which I appreciated. Flexible on drop off and pick up. Reggie seemed happy and healthy when I picked him up.”
“Kimberly was amazing! From the initial meet and greet, she showed so much attention to Monti. Throughout the sitting, she sent and updated me easily with pictures. I would highly recommend Kimberly as a sitter!”
“Devora took such amazing care of Jones! I appreciated her consistent updates on how he was doing and loved receiving photos of him throughout the day. Jones had a great time too; he and her pup, Cha Cha, had a blast!”
“Karen deserves all of her 5 star reviews. She is fabulous and the only sitter I wanted to watch our dogs during our 12 day trip. I didn't worry for a second about them because I knew they were so well cared for. Karen is organized, loving, and great at communicating with you with updates and questions.”
“We had a great experience with Yasmine. She provided regular updates, was highly responsive and took amazing care of Bear. We’re very happy and Bear is looking forward to his next stay!”
“Wyatt took excellent care of our Annie! We received a plethora of updates and she came back to us excited and tired from all of her play. We will definitely book with him again as we have the need to board our dog!”
“Shiva is an amazing dog sitter. Our fur baby is pampered, cuddled, loved, walked, and well cared for throughout her stays with Shiva. She sends wonderful updates and pics each night so we know our dog is thriving while we are away. I am a devoted repeat customer and chose Shiva again and again. She is reliable, trustworthy, and loves our dog as if she was her own.”
Over 4.1 million dogs curled up for a sleepover in a sitter's home on Rover1
Cat caregivers near you - Fairfax
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Jessica did a great job with Ikea. He was healthy and happy on our return, and we appreciated her diligence in following the care instructions asked of her. The photos she sent showed how happy he was to see her each day, and how much fun he had playing with her. Would definitely recommend.”
“10/10 would recommend Megan!! Megan offered to come over and meet my kitties to make sure it was a perfect fit and I really appreciated her commitment to my cats care. She sent excellent updates and cute pictures!”
“Seth was absolutely amazing! The constant communication and the daily pictures and videos he sent make you very comfortable. When I came home everything was clean for my cat and left the place just like how we left it. I would definitely recommend Seth as I will be booking him more for the future”
“Laura was excellent. I will definitely use her again. She was good with my kitten who at first was very afraid of her allowing him to warm up to her. By the end of my trip they were best friends. I would definitely use her again and would recommend her if your pet is like my kitten and has stranger anxiety.”
“Ni was available on short notice and did an amazing job caring for my two cats. She only had 4 visits, but both cats ended up curling up with her, so that's the best review I can give! She shared tons of photos documenting her visits and the cat's moods. She clearly read my notes because she took both actions I suggested to make the cats comfortable. This was my first Rover experience, and Ni made me feel comfortable and confident so I could enjoy my trip.”
About: With 15+ years of experience caring for a variety of dog breeds, sizes, ages, and behaviors, your dog(s) will feel right at home with my care. Neighbors, friends, and family have entrusted me to walk, feed, house sit, and more for their fur babies. I am flexible and available starting in the early morning into the evening, to help care for your pup. As well as overnight help too! To ensure your dog's comfort and safety, I will ask you for helpful notes and directions about care, walk, and meal preferences, as well as any house rules I should be aware of. I'm responsible, timely, and always aware of my surroundings, ensuring your dog and house's safety is top priority.
“Coutney was very reliable and seemed to get along very well with our cat, Timmy, in spite of the fact that he is an indoor-outdoor cat and had to be kept indoors during our trip.”
“Sheila did drop-in visits for us to take care of our cats while we were away for a few days. She provided plenty of photo and written updates, and even helped us manage a litter box dilemma. She was communicative, and it seems all our cats warmed up to her. We definitely recommend you hire Sheila for your pet care needs!”
“Katrina is excellent! She took such good care of my kitty that my cat missed her upon our arrival! We will absolutely use her services again in the future! Thank you Katrina!! Emma, my cat, was very lucky to get someone so caring and compassionate. We also loved the photos and in-depth daily notes!!”
“Jiamin was an amazing sitter. Did an awesome job making sure they were not only fed, but that they felt happy and comfortable. She took the time to find out what toy our kitties liked so they could get a good play time each visit. I would definitely hire her again!”
“Yiyi was wonderfu. we have never used Rover before and I was nervous to leave my babies with someone. Yiyi was very communicative and took great care of our kitties. When her husband wanted to tagalong, she made sure to check with us first to ensure we were comfortable having another person in our home. She spent an hour for each visit, which was much longer than we were expecting. Plus, she sent us great photos! I need to step up my game 😂 Thank you, Yiyi for your detailed meticulous care. I recommend you to anyone!”
“Reese was fantastic with our two cats while we were gone for a week on vacation. She was prompt on her arrival and sent pictures every day. When we got home, everything was clean, organized and our cats were happy. Will definitely book Reese again!”
“Amanda was great with our cat. She was very attentive to our care instructions and got along well with the cat who is usually very shy. She sent us numerous pictures each visit to show how the cat was doing. She was clearly happy, healthy, and relaxed in Amanda’s care. I would definitely request her again the next time we need a cat sitter.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Fairfax
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Took my older Vizsla Carmela for last minute day care at Cindy’s and I was very happy with her flexibility and overall care of my pooch. Cindy was very attentive, kept me informed throughout the day about how Carmela was doing and sent me several pictures. When I picked up my dog at the end of the day she seemed happy and even smelled good! I’ll definitely use Cindy again in the future.”
“I love Veronica. I have been taking my dog Bianca for doggy day care at least once a week and I could not be happier. Veronica is great with dogs; Bianca is always happy to see her. Her house is clean and organized. I definitely recommend her!”
“Peace could not have had more fun with Michelle and Cinnamon running around in their very spacious back yard. It was a rainy day, but Peace didn't want to come inside. Michelle did a great job communicating to me and made sure Peace was dry when I picked her up. I seriously haven't seen Peace so excited about a daycare visit.”
“Jon and Johanna are great care providers. I felt totally confident with their help with my dog Enzo. They clearly love dogs, especially dachshunds and are very structured in keeping my dog engaged and active and involved with training and fun activities. I will definitely keep them in mind for future bookings. I really appreciate the help they gave me this week.”
“Devora has been a fantastic sitter for us while we work a few days each week in the office. She sends lots of updates and is clearly very knowledgeable about dogs. She also truly seems to be such a dog lover and we’ve felt very comfortable leaving our dog in her care. We will certainly be using her again!”
“Fritz always has the best time with ManYee and Hannah. It’s a good feeling to see him run to the elevator with her, not even looking back. And I always know he’s in the best care possible!”
“Rasmus and Elsa went back to David’s for the second time today. When we brought them, they couldn’t wait to get in an greeted David with a lot of tail wags, hugs, and kisses. They again had an amazing time. David is very sweet with them. They love him!”
“We've been sending our dog to Wyatt's on a weekly basis for a few months now and it's been wonderful! He sends us photos of her playing around with her buddies in the large backyard, and she always seems happy and good-tired when she gets back home. We've also left her there for overnights; it's so good having a place you can feeling comfortable leaving your dog if you have to head out of town. Would definitely recommend Wyatt to anyone!”
“Jane was amazing. She did more than expected and beyond. I got daily photos and updates. Her daycare space is so beautiful. My dog Maxx had such a great time there. She took extra care of him. I would highly recommend her. Thank you Jane.”
“Kristi-Ann, Andrew and their pup Loki were so welcoming of my crazy mutt! They took him in like one of their own and have a great dog-friendly setup. Thanks for having him on a hot day—he had way more fun than staying at home!”
“Rachel was absolutely amazing!! I have used multiple different sitters and walkers on Rover and it’s still always hard not to worry when your fur baby is in someone else’s care but while my boy was with Rachel I had complete piece of mind. She is very knowledgeable and skilled with the care of dogs and I genuinely felt that my dog was safe while in her care. I 100% recommend her to anyone in need of help with their fur babies!”
“Susan was wonderful! Accommodated Manni last minute and he came home very tired from playing with her sweet pups :) she has an awesome backyard which is hard to come by! Would definitely book with Susan again! ”
“Andrew kept my boy, Jackson, all day while I went to work and then attended a play in the evening. Unfortunately, I found that the play was going to run longer than I had anticipated - so I sent Andrew a message at intermission to let him know that I would be about a half hour later than our scheduled time for me to pick up Jackson. He was very accommodating and I was very appreciative of his flexibility when something unexpected popped up. Thank you, Andrew!”
“LaurieBeth did such a wonderful job with my pup, Mocha! I dropped off Mocha for doggy day care for the first time and I so appreciated the photo updates to see how she was doing. LaurieBeth was very communicative and Mocha enjoyed her stay. We already can't wait for the next visit!”
“Jeanette was absolutely amazing! My dog Luna instantly felt at ease and smiled the whole time she was there. Jeanette sent me so many pictures and videos and in every one Luna was full smiles. Luna had a great time and we will definitely use Jeanette again. Highly recommend!”
“Kiran and his dogs Mysti and Maya were great company for my 65 lb lab-pitt mix Dudley. Dudley would run to the door every morning waiting to go see them and return home in the evening satisfied and tired. Kiran is super friendly and considerate. I hurt my leg one evening, on my way home from work, and Kiran was kind enough to squeeze in one extra walk right before I retrieved Dudley to get him to poop so I wouldn’t have to with my bum leg. This is after he kept Dudley for a very long day. I highly recommend his services and am saving him to my « favorites » list. :) Thank you, Kiran!”
More than 1.6 million pets enjoyed cuddles and care from sitters on Rover1
Adventure-ready dog walkers - Fairfax
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Brianne is the best! She was so patient with our reactive dog and knew just what to do to make him feel safe. He doesn't like to eat alone so she hung out with him while he finished his food. Above and beyond. 5+ stars!!!!”
“Morgan was so great with Brownie! She was very attentive in the instructions and details I provided for the walk, and also sent cute photos! I would love to have her walk Brownie again.”
“Alex was great. I appreciated that he took the initiative to schedule a meet and greet before walking Shadow. I got a good vibe from our conversation and meet and greet. Alex seemed comfortable with instructions on handling Shadow's fear/aggression reaction to other dogs. And he was amenable to feeding Shadow on walk day as my neighbor, who usually feeds my animals when I'm away, had a conflict. I was so grateful for that! Lastly, I appreciated the update given with Shadow's walk, letting me know that everything had gone well. I will use Alex again when needed, and highly recommend him to others.”
“Katherine is a professional and diligent house/pet sitter. She is always very caring towards our 2 dogs. 10 out of 10 would totally use again, and very highly recommend her for pet care needs.”
“Michael was wonderful. He listened to instructions perfectly and always kept me informed. He made sure to mix up our dog, Jackson’s, walks and exercise to ensure he was having fun every day. Will certainly ask to have Michael care for our dog again, if needed.”
“Ben has been a real blessing helping us walking Rocco. He responded last minute requests and it’s always very punctual and professional. Our dog Rocco loves to go on walks with him, he gets all excited every time he sees Ben and comes back happy and ready to nap after walking with Ben. Thanks a lot!”
“Melianna was great! During our first meeting with her and our pups. They seemed to warm up and got along right away! She sent us updates and reached out if she had any questions. Will definitely book again.”
“Seth has been regularly watching our beloved dog for several weeks now. He is reliable; a fantastic communicator and most of all --- our dog most definitely approves of him! We really appreciate the extra exercise she gets with his walks during the day.”
“Forest was super patient with our dog, Carmela, who tends to be nervous around new people. They were super communicative with me and made sure Carm had everything she needed. Thanks again!!”
“Bristol, is an incredible dog walker. She constantly kept me updated on how the walks went with the notes and pics. She went above and beyond with her commitment to walking my dog. Walking her in snow, and extreme cold and windy conditions. She made leaving my pets for a week 1000% less stressful knowing they were in kind and good hands. I would 1 million percent book with her again for future trips. Thank you Bristol!!!”
“Vax loves his walks with Lorri and is always so excited to see her. She does a fantastic job of exercising him and being patient with his reactivity to other dogs while on a leash.”
“Timothy (Matt) has been so great with our dog Nala. He always arrives on time and gets her energy out with a long walk around our neighborhood. Will continue booking with him and would definitely recommend him to anyone!”
About: What sets me apart is that I’m not just a sitter—I’m a dog mom myself, so I understand how much trust it takes to leave your pup with someone. I treat every dog like they’re my own, with genuine love, patience, and attention to detail. Whether your pet needs playtime, cuddles, or just a calm presence, I’m here to give them the same care and comfort they’d get at home. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to give your pet the attention they deserve. I’m available for early morning walks, midday drop-ins, and evening snuggles. I also offer overnight care for those who need a loving presence while they’re away. My routine can easily be tailored around your pet’s feeding, walking, and potty schedule. Pet care is a huge part of my life — it’s not something I fit in, it’s something I prioritize. From daily walks with my own dogs to checking in on client pups, I dedicate specific time each day to ensure every dog gets quality care, play, and attention. I always plan my day around their needs, not the other way around. Whether I’m caring for your pet in my home or yours, safety and comfort always come first. I create a calm, structured environment and supervise interactions closely. I keep a close eye during walks, use secure leashes, and never leave pets unattended. In your home, I respect your space and routines, following any special instructions you leave. I also send plenty of updates, photos, and videos so you always feel connected and reassured.
“Sonia is so patient and loving with our anxious pup! She went out of her way to make our dog Jane feel more comfortable with her during her first walk, and has since become a safe person in Jane’s eyes! Sonia is a great communicator and always goes above and beyond. We are very grateful!”
“Kelly is a superb walker for my little Mimi. She takes great care of Mimi's well being, especially on these cold days, and has built a wonderful loving and playful relationship with her. Thank you Kelly!”
“Our family booked Jenesis because we had an off month of work schedules and she was able to go above and beyond for us. Jenesis was incredible with our two large pups. She was so patient with them on days they had extra wiggles and she was an excellent communicator with my family. She took them on long walks everyday and they both got much better on leash because of Jenesis. If we ever need a dog walker again we will absolutely be reaching out to her and suggest you all do the same! I cannot say enough good things about Jenesis! Maple and Raja love you!”
Over 980,000 dogs traded couch time for play time with Doggy Day Care on Rover1
Large dog specialists near you - Fairfax
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Our dog Woody had a great time with Cindy. Everything went very smoothly. We would highly recommend Cindy to a dog owner wants someone to take care of their dog if it was their own. Woody was there for his birthday and Cindy even gave him a nice party.”
“Kayla is the real deal. Amazing with my big baby doodle. You can tell she has great experience and a way with dogs. She’s super responsive and easy going. I can’t recommend her enough!”
“Rebecca boarded our pup for a week. She communicated well, sent pictures, and asked questions about feeding schedules when our pup wasn’t eating. We knew our pup was in good hands!”
“Paula is absolutely fantastic! I got the best photos and regular updates and Arlo looked so happy. She was so generous to accommodate a last-minute request. Arlo told me he's looking forward to his next stay with her :)”
“Lilly is quick in responses, very flexible and updated us with daily photos. We were very thankful she took our dog, Izzy, in for thanksgiving weekend especially since we had to drop her off before 8am! Thank you for the TLC, Lilly!”
“Fantastic family to board with. Roger was kept very active and given lots of love. Terrific experience and will always try to book with Carrie and Matthew when available.”
“Miguelina and her family took wonderful care of my Reginald for the week he stayed. I got a brief update and pictures at the end of each day which I appreciated. Flexible on drop off and pick up. Reggie seemed happy and healthy when I picked him up.”
“Fnu and Eric are both fantastic people and caretakers for my 2 yo Vizsla, Ozzie. Being new to Northern VA, I was very motivated to find someone to look after my pup that I could trust and I feel like I have found that with these wonderful people. Their 2 GSPs get along great with Oz and, from what I can tell, match his energy levels real well. Im especially thankful for their flexibility in drop-off and pick up as travel days sometimes get delayed and out of whack. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a safe and exciting home for their pup to stay at!”
“Brian was great~ Very attentive to details and very communicative. I got great pictures and updates of Dean that set my mind at ease. Would be very happy to book with him again!”
“Wyatt took excellent care of our Annie! We received a plethora of updates and she came back to us excited and tired from all of her play. We will definitely book with him again as we have the need to board our dog!”
“Our dog Spikey recently stayed with Noelle. This was his first time. Noelle took good care of him. She sent us video's and gave us updates of how he was doing. Its so easy to interact with Noelle. She is so friendly and approachable. We definitely recommend her.”
“Coco took wonderful care of our dog, Truffle. This was our first time leaving him with someone outside of our family, so we were naturally very nervous. Truffle can have some separation anxiety, but Coco made the whole experience much easier for us. She sent frequent photos and updates, let us know how he was doing, and always responded quickly to our messages. It was clear that she genuinely cared about him and wanted us to feel comfortable while we were away. We’re so grateful that we found Coco and would absolutely trust her with Truffle again in the future. Finding Coco was such a relief, and we couldn’t have asked for a better first boarding experience. Thank you for taking such great care of our boy!”
“Aly was great at communicating. She sent a picture every day and responded to mr message right away. Definitely glad I found her. Thank you for taking a great care of Mocha”
“Aisha must have been great because my dog didn’t seem like he was ready to leave when I picked him up. Aisha sent pictures and messages about how Poppy was doing while he was with her and he looked happy. I will definitely use Aisha again.”
“Thank you Andrew so much for looking out for Slim. Andrew and his family were caring and loving while taking care of my little guy. I will definitely trust him with your pet any day! Thank you again!”
“Helena and Nathan are wonderful! They send photos and updates without prompting. They were also clear in their communication and follow up. They even accommodated an early pickup! Will absolutely use them again.”
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