Personalized care for your dog or cat - Lorton
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Lorton
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Marcela is wonderful! I appreciate that she was able to take in my pup at the last minute. She sent daily photo and status updates. I was able to reach her when I needed and she would be super responsive. Prior to boarding, she was patient, answered all of my questions, and really made me feel comfortable leaving my pup in her care. Thank you, Marcela!”
“truly cannot describe how great of an experience we had with carlos! everyday we were provided with extensive updates and photos, and I was immediately at ease knowing that akiak was in good hands and enjoying himself with the other dogs. we encountered some problems at drop off and pick up, but carlos was super understanding and helpful - would recommend to anyone and everyone! thank you so much again!”
“My previous sitter canceled at the last minute. She responded quickly and we were able to arrange a meet and greet. She outlined her routine and made me feel at ease. Woodrow seemed to enjoy his time. I would definitely book again.”
“Bentley had a great time with Ada and her family. I would definitely recommend. Very attentive and friendly environment for my apprehensive at first but playful Boston Terrier.”
“Thanks for taking such great care of our aging baby! Rebecca and Roman were attentive and patient. The updates were timely and they reached out when something was out of the normal. Definitely gave us a peace of mind knowing Pepper was in great hands!”
“What an awesome family that took in our pup just like he was theirs. We got sweet pictures and our pup was so happy when we picked him up. It was obvious that he had made a new pal with their dog, who was the most patient and gentle dog despite our high energy nippy puppy. We definitely forgot a few things at their place, but it's for the better because we will absolutely be using them 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!”
“As always, Kimberly is fantastic. She has very good communication and we trust her so so much! Our little guy can be difficult, so we are very thankful to have found her to watch him.”
“Thank you very much for the wonderful care of my two dogs. I appreciated the updates and photos during their stay. We are very happy to have found a caring dog sitter.”
“Lilly and her family are amazing!! Rambo sure gets a lot of love in this home! Lilly is always very flexible with pick-up and drop-off which I appreciate. I love that she has a spacious home where Rambo can run around and play with the other dogs as well as her children (who absolutely adore Rambo by the way). Rambo always ends up sleeping in Lilly's bed at night and she doesn't seem to mind at all - she's very go with the flow which I love! We've booked with Lilly multiple times over the past few years and will continue to do so. Rambo always gets so excited when we arrive and so do her kids! And Lilly does a good job sending pictures on a daily basis.”
“Jona was very easy to work with and took amazing care of our best friend! We felt comfortable knowing Phoebe was in great hands. At our meet and greet, it took Phoebe less than a minute before she was curled up next to Jona asking for a belly rub. During Phoebe's stay, Jona kept us updated throughout the day letting us know Phoebe was happy and well cared for. Phoebe followed Jona around the house and to bed each night - proving how quickly they bonded. Phoebe takes medication twice a day and that was no problem for Jona. Phoebe requires a lot of attention and love and Jona gave her that and more. We will absolutely plan to book again with Jona. I am very happy and Phoebe was so happy!”
“David and his family were great for my dog! Very communicative through the whole process and made us comfortable at the meet and greet. They sent plenty of pictures of my dog accompanying their everyday life, so I know he was well taken care of and had a great time. Will definitely book David and his family again!”
“Cameron was great with our dog! She was able to accommodate us with short notice and attend to the special needs of our pup. Our dog had lots of play and attention. We would definitely recommend!”
“Garrett and Ana were wonderful! Kylo thinks so too! We appreciated their communication while he was with them. It gave us peace of mind that he was fine and relaxed. We also appreciated their time to acquaint him with their own dog and other boarders. We'd definitely use them again!”
“First time working with Stephanie and she was awesome! She was also very close by. I would definitely ask for Stephanie’s help as long as she’s available!!! Thank you Stephanie!!”
“Stacy and her family take such good care of Curie! They give her plenty of love and understand she can be nervous at first, but she settles in quickly with them. We also appreciate the regular updates. Curie looks forward to her next visit! Thank you!”
“We booked last minute and Cortney was incredibly accommodating and transparent about her availability. She was friendly and easy to communicate with, sending just the right amount of updates. Our pup came home happy and relaxed. Would definitely book with her again!”
“Jennifer, JJ, and the whole family were so welcoming to Mera. She had a great stay. Jennifer was extremely communicative and went above and beyond to be accommodating when I made a scheduling error. Would recommend them for any stay!”
“Just perfect. Michelle has a lovely home with a nice park and lake area in the backyard for the dogs to enjoy. Very safe area well away from roads. Michelle communicated very well, sent photos and updates, and was completely flexible with drop off and pickup times. Someone was home with my pup all the time and Zoey really seemed to love her stay with Michelle. Highly recommended.”
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Cat caregivers near you - Lorton
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“This is the second time we have used Grace to watch our cat. She went above and beyond both times! She is a great communicator and gave Bilbo exceptional care. We would recommend Grace and would absolutely use her services again!”
“Thank you so much for taking such good care of Olive for two weeks! I really appreciated the daily photos and updates. Will definitely rebook in the future and recommend to friends with pets.”
“Hannah was great taking care of our 3 cats. She checked in with us each day and did a great job with cleanups and feedings. She is very responsive as well. We would definitely use her again!”
“Diana was my first experience using Rover, and she was wonderful and very diligent with the coordination and details before and during the service. I felt confident entrusting her with the care of my cats. She always communicated with me during each visit, sending me photos and videos so I wouldn't miss them so much. I would definitely contact her again.”
“Taylor has been our sitter for a while and she I trustworthy, cares for our pets like they are her own and always give her all while caring for our pets even when we had a tiny emergency. I highly recommend her services to anyone!”
“Daniella did great with checking in on our dogs! They seemed to enjoy their walks with her and didn't have any issues. She left good notes about her visits and was easy to communicate with. We needed additional care for the week and she was willing and able to continue helping out, which was greatly appreciated! I would highly recommend Daniella and rebook her.”
“Kristin is an awesome pet sitter. She keeps us informed everyday about our cats, even keeping on eye on possible health issues that I was concerned about. The house is immaculate when we return and the cats are totally happy, even after a 13-day vacation! She responds immediately and it's clear she really cares about my pets.”
“We love booking Emily and her husband to take care of our cat Lola whenever we travel. They are always punctual, and make sure they spend lots of time giving her attention. When we come home, Lola is in great spirits!”
“Wyatt took such amazing care of my sweet cat during the snow storm weekend. Very responsive and proactive even with snow in the forecast! Felt so rejected to know someone so caring was taking care of my fur baby!”
About: I always had dogs and cats growing up since I was 6. I've taken care of dogs (walking, feeding, bathing, and boarding) for my friends, neighbors and family for at least 6 years mostly for medium and small dogs when they are away/out of town. My husband and I work full time from home so my schedule is flexible to provide any services such as drop-in, walks, day care and boarding either on daily basis or on your special occasions. We have a dog (medium size) at home and we would like to ensure that we give lots of affection and playtime to your fur babies. We live in a townhouse surrounding by many traits and dog parks. My husband and I will give your fur babies lots of affection and playtime, we’ll do our best to make them feel at home! Our guest pups usually sleep alongside with our own dog in their individual beds, either in the basement or living room areas. Also, when providing drop-in visits, or dog walking services, I will not only be taking care of your dogs, but I will also take care of your home by taking a little extra time before I leave to ensure everything’s secure, and the dog has what they need before you come back.
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Lorton
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“I am convinced that I have never met a more kind human on this blue rock called earth. She came through last minute for us big time. She was so kind to my cowardly little pit bull and gave her the time and care she needed. To say Veronica is the best choice for anyone to call is an understatement of epic proportions. Thank you so much ma'am! You are truly a gem!”
“This was my first time using this app and Candice made it a great experience. She is awesome and took really good care of my 4 months old puppy, she sent me morning and evening updates and was pretty responsive. She made me feel so comfortable as she answered all of my questions and concerns in a timely manner, but most importantly she made my puppy feel like he was part of her family as he was sad to depart her home and said bye to his new friends. If you want someone who is truly trustworthy she is your person, thank you Candice, I will definitely take Maximus back.”
“Jen is kind and caring about the dogs she sits. Her older dog and Bella do well together. So does the other dog who is also older than Bella. And she has enough indoor space and outdoors on deck and grass for the dogs to have variety in their surroundings. She also walks them 2 or 3 times a day, another plus. And her doggie healthy biscuits that she bakes has Bella begging for more!!”
“Benja is an amazong dog sitter! She sent photos and videos throughout the day. Ollie was an extremely gracious buddy for Lollipop throughout the day and very kind to share toys and play with her. My dog came back happy and tired. I would highly recommend Benja for any dog and will happily be leaving my dog with her and her wonderful family again!”
“Tamara is very reliable dog seater. Communication and accommodation flexibility is to be dependable. Kingsley had a very good time for being first time for him to be cared by Tamara. We are very happy with Tamara. Thank you so much Tamara for caring Kingsley yesterday.”
“Rebecca took care of my two fur babies, Melo and Lola for 10 days while we were away on vacation. She sent pictures and videos on a daily basis. Couldn’t ask for better care.”
About: Hi there! My family, neighbors, and friends have owned dogs as small as a chihuahua to as large as a lab, cats, rabbits, etc. and I have always been the person they called on! I have plenty experience administering medication, sticking to schedules/following directions, and sending updates! I understand how much trust goes into these decisions and I’m honored that you’re considering me. I would take care of your pet as if they were my own. I work largely from home (except Wednesdays) so I’m home and available to care for your furry family. I have flexibility Wednesday morning and afternoon if provided enough notice. I care for pets under the guidance of their parent. I ask for details about feeding, potty breaks, medication, preferred play, etc to make sure your pup is comfortable.
“Milo had a great time with Marcela. Marcela is a very kind and gentle person and Milo look an immediate liking to her. She look after Milo with great care since he is a 3 month old puppy. When he came home he was cheerful. Marcela was very prompt in picking him up and dropping him - I am surely going to continue Marcela’s services based on her availability. Thanks Marcela! From Milo and Jay!!”
“My dog and I just moved to a new area so I was anxious about finding someone to watch him while we get settled. Jennifer and Justin were so kind and sent me plenty of photos throughout the day. They even very kindly washed his bowl after he ate his food. My dog had an amazing time and I would trust them to watch him again”
About: We are an active, young family and we are dog lovers! Our dogs are very friendly with tons of energy, so yours will benefit from plenty of exercise and attention. We have a fenced in yard but we also enjoy daily walks around the neighborhood. We understand the importance of making sure your pup is both happy and healthy. In our home, your dog can roam freely from room to room and spend time in a family environment where they will be treated just like one of our own! If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me! We are happy to provide any additional photos and videos during visits to show that your dog is well cared for and happy! Pet care is a natural part of my daily routine. I plan my schedule around the pets in my care to ensure they receive consistent attention, exercise, companionship, and dependable care I provide loving, reliable care tailored to each pet’s routine, including feeding, walks, playtime, medication if needed, fresh water, cleanup, and plenty of attention and affection.
“Apollo loves coming here and being able to play with other dogs. After a not so great experience with a different Rover sitter, Alex and Eddie have put my mind at ease for our 10 month old German Shepard puppy who needs to be running around at all times.”
“Tom is so great with my Lola! He provides pics and updates a few times a week. He treats Lola like his own and taught her to sit, my baby love going to Tom’s, she gets to play with Emmy and Oscar, Tom’s fur babies. Highly recommend his dog sitting services.”
“Christy is everything you would want your Rover host to be. Logistically she checked all the boxes living not too far from major highway I took to my office. Easy to drop off/pick up and get back on the highway again. She responded quickly when I made an inquiry about a weekly daycare hosting for my shy miniature poodle. She demonstrated kindness and patience when our Meet and Greet began later than scheduled. During his stay, Christy texted pictures of Blinky going on a long walk or playing in the backyard. Lovely family took very good care of him. On the second day, I dropped Blinky off, he rushed through the front door without looking back. To me that said a lot because Blinky was not a social butterfly by any stretch of imagination. I can whole heartily give Christy five stars, just for that alone!”
“Jennifer was absolutely fantastic with our 1 year old pup. I felt so comfortable leaving him in her care and got regular updates throughout the day. She was also very understanding when he had accidents in her home. I can’t thank her enough for taking such great care of him and recommend her highly!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs my whole life. I enjoy taking care of animals, spending time with them. I’m willing to work with your puppies or senior dogs providing good care. I have a lot of free time right now and would love to spend it helping take care of other dogs whether that’s walking them, playing with them or simply giving them attention. And making sure they are well cared for! I have a fenced and spacious yard. My home is dog-friendly, clean and safe. I’ll keep you updated on your fur baby with photos, videos and messages.
“Kimberly is Amazing...She will go above and beyond to make things easy for you and your pet. My dog can be apprehensive when meeting new people and was perfectly comfortable meeting and staying with her🥰. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone to take care of their pet.”
“I'm really glad I found Nikhita because she was wonderful - easy to communicate with and made the whole process easy. She's flexible along with having a welcoming, clean home that our 6-month old puppy was very comfortable to be in. We'll definitely reach out to Nikhita again in the future!”
“Thank you Nicole for taking great care of our puppy as it was your own. By the second day our puppy was very excited to go over, I was very at peace knowing he was in great hands. 🙌”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Lorton
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Our pup Sonic made an instant friend in Mateo! He is great with dogs, keeps me updated throughout their walks, and sends the cutest pics. I would highly recommend Mateo to anyone looking for genuine, reliable care for their fur baby! Will absolutely book again!”
“When I got home Ali seemed so happy. I am so glad I was able to find a good walker and look forward to continuing their help! Ali loved grant and it was so nice to know they liked her too!”
About: I offer a professional pet care service dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized attention to your beloved pets. I offer a full range of services, including dog walking, in-home pet sitting, and overnight stays, all tailored to your pet's specific routine and needs. I provide peace of mind for pet parents by ensuring their furry friends are happy, safe, and well-cared for. As a remote employee, I can integrate pet care services into my daily routine by strategically scheduling client visits around my work hours and using flexible breaks. Depending on the service, I prioritize their physical and emotional well-being by maintaining routines, ensuring safety, and providing plenty of affection. Most importantly, I will follow the client's specific instructions and provide frequent, reassuring communication.
“Sonnet is a bit of a puller and she did great with her. Sonic came back nice and tired and got some really good exercise! We'll definitely be using her again. She did great with my big dog!”
“Erica is a jackpot find on Rover! She is a dog trainer and trains her personal dogs for competition sports, so she can handle pretty much anything! My reactive, energetic GSD loved all her attention and expertise. She's a great communicator and goes the extra mile to make sure your pets are taken care of. I'll definitely be booking with her again!”
About: I have always had a love and passion for animals since I was a little girl. I started in elementary school by offering to walk my neighbors' dogs just so I could have the opportunity to play with them. Over the years, I have gained even more love and experience in properly caring for all animals as if they were my own. I am a student at JMU who is looking for something part time. I have a lot of free time in the afternoon and most weekends which I would love to spend my time with your wonderful animals! I currently live in an apartment building but is willing to take them in, take them to dog parks, and go on long walks. I am comfortable and flexible on what I would need to do to ensure the happiness and safety for your pets!
“Dawson was fantastic! Kayn is a german shepherd prone to pulling and being a lot to take care of. He listened and took notes of all my suggestions for how to handle him and situations you might be put into while on the walk and he handled him perfectly and Kayn returned home ready for a nap. Dawson is great with dogs giving them lots of pets and attention! Kayn already adores him and is excited for his next walk with Dawson.”
About: I’ve been around animals my whole life and caring for pets is something I genuinely love. I helped raise my childhood dog from the time I was very young, and she lived to be 17 years old. Through her, I gained experience caring for senior dogs, including providing patience and support during her dementia later in life. I also currently have two cats that I help care for every day. Friends and family have trusted me to feed, play with, and check in on their pets, and becoming a veterinarian has always been one of my dream careers because of how much I care about animals. I currently have a very flexible schedule, which allows me to work around my clients’ needs and availability. Since I’m not working a job right now, I’m able to provide dependable care at different times throughout the day and can stay with your pet as long as needed to make sure they feel comfortable, cared for, and safe. I genuinely love animals and have been around pets my entire life. I have experience caring for both cats and senior dogs, including helping care for my childhood dog who lived to be 17 years old. I understand how important patience, attention, and trust are when caring for someone’s pet, and I’ll always treat your animals with the same love and care I give my own pets.
“Melissa was so patience, gentle and kind to my American Bulldog while I was away at the beach for the week. She took things slowly with him, understanding that he's not trusting of all humans. In turn, Otis warmed up to her very quickly, which made my vacation so much more relaxing! She made sure he had everything he needed, and gave him lots of praise and love. I cannot recommend her highly enough!!”
About: I’ve worked with other dogs before and genuinely enjoy making them happy. I also love observing how well I get along with them and forming connections with them. It fits perfectly because I work with dogs every day, and I love coming back to hang out with them every chance I get. I love making connections. I ensure that they have access to certain things and refrain from feeding them anything that could make them ill. Additionally, I provide them with information about the activities they can engage in to prevent them from falling sick.
About: I’ve grown up with pets all my life, and can’t imagine life without a furry companion or two. Or three. Or a hundred. But I can’t have a hundred critters in my apartment, so I have to fill those critter-shaped gaps with YOUR fur babies! I have 20 years of experience with cats, and about 8 years experience with dogs. Over the years, I have fulfilled multiple house and pet-sitting gigs spanning as long as two weeks, or as short as a single walk around the block. I am happy to learn how to administer medications or provide reasonable levels of support for any animal’s medical or behavioral needs. I’m currently looking to fill gaps in my schedule left by a sudden reduction in hours from my regular work. Because it is hopefully a short term issue, I’m putting my name out there to help my community and their pets during my newfound availability. My schedule is pretty flexible. As a renter, I cannot offer my own spaces at this time. However, I am more than happy to drive out to care for your pets at your home! With instructions communicated to me, I am happy to water plants, rotate lights, adjust blinds, etc. as well.
“Erin has provided daily mid-day walks for my senior beagle mix, Amigo, for more than a month now. She is utterly reliable, punctual, organized, friendly, and simply a joy to work with. Erin is kind and affectionate my dog, and he adores her. She has a wealth of experience in caring for pets and gave me great ideas that I hadn't thought of for making things run smoothly, such as getting a lock box for the house key as well as advice on comforting a dog who's alarmed by thunder and other loud noises. She is a smart, polished professional and the ideal person to hire to care for your beloved pet.”
“We are extremely happy with Kilani. She walks our energetic dog four times a week and we always get updates and pictures. She is very knowledgeable and obviously loves dogs. We would definitely recommend Kilani to take care of your dog.”
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Large dog specialists near you - Lorton
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Thank you very much for the wonderful care of my two dogs. I appreciated the updates and photos during their stay. We are very happy to have found a caring dog sitter.”
“Lilly and her family are amazing!! Rambo sure gets a lot of love in this home! Lilly is always very flexible with pick-up and drop-off which I appreciate. I love that she has a spacious home where Rambo can run around and play with the other dogs as well as her children (who absolutely adore Rambo by the way). Rambo always ends up sleeping in Lilly's bed at night and she doesn't seem to mind at all - she's very go with the flow which I love! We've booked with Lilly multiple times over the past few years and will continue to do so. Rambo always gets so excited when we arrive and so do her kids! And Lilly does a good job sending pictures on a daily basis.”
“David and his family were great for my dog! Very communicative through the whole process and made us comfortable at the meet and greet. They sent plenty of pictures of my dog accompanying their everyday life, so I know he was well taken care of and had a great time. Will definitely book David and his family again!”
“Cameron was great with our dog! She was able to accommodate us with short notice and attend to the special needs of our pup. Our dog had lots of play and attention. We would definitely recommend!”
“First time working with Stephanie and she was awesome! She was also very close by. I would definitely ask for Stephanie’s help as long as she’s available!!! Thank you Stephanie!!”
“Stacy and her family take such good care of Curie! They give her plenty of love and understand she can be nervous at first, but she settles in quickly with them. We also appreciate the regular updates. Curie looks forward to her next visit! Thank you!”
“We booked last minute and Cortney was incredibly accommodating and transparent about her availability. She was friendly and easy to communicate with, sending just the right amount of updates. Our pup came home happy and relaxed. Would definitely book with her again!”
“Jennifer, JJ, and the whole family were so welcoming to Mera. She had a great stay. Jennifer was extremely communicative and went above and beyond to be accommodating when I made a scheduling error. Would recommend them for any stay!”
“Just perfect. Michelle has a lovely home with a nice park and lake area in the backyard for the dogs to enjoy. Very safe area well away from roads. Michelle communicated very well, sent photos and updates, and was completely flexible with drop off and pickup times. Someone was home with my pup all the time and Zoey really seemed to love her stay with Michelle. Highly recommended.”
“I have used Heather twice after relocating to the area. My dog son is extremely codependent and she manages to show him the love he needs during my absence. She provides tons of pictures and communicate updates as well as being responsive to any inquiries.”
“Michelle was amazing!! We had a family emergency where we needed a dog sitter ASAP. Michelle was very responsive and promptly accepted our request with open arms with no hesitation. Michelle and family were very welcoming! During our doggo’s stay, Michelle updated me constantly with adorable pictures and videos of the ample play and generous green space that Blaze enjoyed at Michelle’s property!! Blaze made plenty of friends and had a blast. Thank you Michelle and family!”
“Jordyn was great with our dog! She and her partner were such a sweet couple and made Skye feel right at home. She provided pictures throughout the stay, which gave us so much peace of mind. Skye got along great with her pups, and Jordyn was very flexible and reliable. We would absolutely book with her again!”
“Duke was very happy after his weekend with Vanessa and Geoffrey. Their setup is amazing and I got several updates and pictures while away from my fur baby.”
“I highly recommend Krysta and Alex for dog sitting services! They took excellent care of our dog, providing a fenced-in yard where he could run and play freely. Our dog also enjoyed the company of their friendly dogs, which was a huge plus. We loved the daily updates and pictures, which reassured us that he was happy and well-cared for. They went above and beyond, and we couldn’t be more grateful for their care!”
“We needed someone to care for Cooper, our 11 month old beagle puppy for six days while my wife and I went on a trip and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter than Melissa - on a scale of 1-10, I would give her an 11. Her home is very dog friendly with a large fenced back yard that allows ample space to run and play. She has two wonderful dogs that were perfect play companions for our puppy. She took Cooper out every day, either to walk along forest paths and streams adjacent to her house or to our local dog park. She sent pictures every day and kept us continuously informed of how Cooper was doing. Basically she created an environment that made Cooper part of her family for the time he was there - so much so that I joked he wouldn't want to come home after the great time he was having with her. I would highly recommend her for anyone that wants a caring, loving environment for their dog while they are away.”
“Miguelina and her family are amazing! They send daily pictures and updates of my pup. She’s stayed with them several times and I’ve never had any concerns. They are responsive to messages.”
“I would highly recommend Aime. She watched our dog Zuko for 3 days and was amazing. As a rescue he can be reactive and not always the easiest to walk and we felt very comfortable with her. She did a great job of keeping us up to date with plenty of pictures too.”
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