House Sitting In VCU, Richmond, VA
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1. Kyle J.

“I recently hired Kyle as a house and dogsitter, and I couldn't be more impressed with his service. From the moment he stepped into my home, I felt at ease knowing my house and beloved pets were in capable hands. Not only did he maintain the cleanliness and security of my home, but he also went above and beyond in caring for my furry companions. He followed all instructions meticulously, ensuring my pets' routines were maintained and that they received plenty of love and attention. Kyle demonstrated exceptional responsibility and reliability throughout his stay, and I returned to find my house in impeccable condition and my pets happy and healthy. I highly recommend Kyle for anyone in need of a trustworthy and caring house and dogsitter. His professionalism and genuine love for animals truly set him apart.”


2. Violet W.

“Violet was great with our dogs. They can be a bit high maintenance and she took that on with grace and understanding. Would highly recommend Violet and will be using her again!”


3. Amanda M.

“Amanda was incredible with our dogs. She was so communicative which we really appreciated and we knew our dogs were getting a lot of attention and love. We will be using her again!”


4. Oli L.

“She is amazing! Our dog was obviously pampered and much more relaxed than usual when we get back. I’ve never been so confident that she was treated well and our house was exceptionally well cared for as well. She even taught our old dog a new game. 100% recommended.”


5. Kyle S.

“Kyle did a great job caring for Bear. He took Bear on walks, played with him outside and sent wonderful photos to me while I was gone. I will definitely ask Kyle back to watch Bear.”


6. Jora H.

“Jora was a great pet sitter. I had to make an urgent trip overnight across the country and booking was fast and easy. Then meet and greet. Then they watched the house and puppers while I was away. I am very grateful for this service. Thank you!”


7. Victor S.

“Victor did great sitting for Ellie, kept her company all day, listened to her needs, gave her food and her medicine. Would absolutely book him again in the future!”


8. Giselle C.


“Giselle came at a moments notice when a family emergency arose. She was flexible to the needs and always makes the animals safe and supported”


9. Alexander S.

“Really prompt and super understanding with some last minute issues. Dogs were perfectly content and the house was exactly as I left it. Would def recommend Alex!”


10. Lynne F.

“Lynne was wonderful. She responded quickly and scheduled time to come meet us, the pups, and get all the information about their needs prior to our trip. She stayed with our dogs for 5 days and was great with both of them, including our senior dog who has a number of medications and dietary needs, and shared daily updates and photos of the pups and was respectful of our home. We will definitely book her again, if she is willing!”


11. Kathryn R.

“Kathryn took great care of our boy, Punch! She came to meet us on short notice and right away we knew our fur baby would be in good hands with her. She arrived to the sitting on time, sent us lots of updates and pictures, and followed all instructions. We will definitely be booking Kathryn again for future sittings!”


12. Emma R.

“Emma is super nice and chill, and she did a great job watching my cattle dog who can be anxious sometimes. She was very respectful of the apartment as well. Already rebooked with her!”




13. Melanie C.

“I can’t say enough great things about Melanie! She took such amazing care of my Frenchie while I was away. From the moment we met, I could tell she genuinely loves dogs and knew exactly how to handle my pup’s quirky personality and needs. I received regular updates, photos, and videos, which totally put my mind at ease. My Frenchie came back happy, relaxed, and maybe even a little spoiled—in the best way! I’m so grateful for the love and attention they gave. I’ll absolutely be booking with them again!”


14. Seline P.
“Seline is a highly capable and knowledgeable pet owner, who certainly has the ability to serve as a competent pet sitter. She can be trusted with any kind of responsibilities regarding pet care.”


15. Shaine S.

“Holly was extremely accommodating as my schedule kept changing. She cared for my 3 babies just as we would. We are very happy to have found a reliable sitter!”


16. Rachel K.

“Rachel was fantastic with our pets!! She sent numerous pics and was always extremely communicative of her schedule. We’ll definitely be using her again!”


17. Katherine I.

“Katherine was wonderful! I hired her last minute and she was very accommodating to my schedule. She took great care of my dog and I would definitely hire her again in the future ?”


18. Vivian C.

“Very great with communication! One of my dogs has to be on meds and her schedule was followed as instructed. Dogs over all loved her ! Thank you for all the help”


19. Danielle K.

“Danielle was amazing. She sent a ton of photos and kept me updated throughout the stay. My dogs loved snuggling with her and were so happy and well cared for. Will definitely use her again!”


20. Kathleen M.

“After a few negative experiences with other sitters on Rover were so relieved to have found Kathleen. She was amazing with our pup, a great communicator and we returned home to a clean house and happy dog. We’ll certainly request to use her again!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Vcu is $45
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Sitters in Vcu average 3 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Vcu on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $45 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 1,153 house sitters in Vcu. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Vcu house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Vcu have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Vcu.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Vcu house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
