Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Walmsley, Richmond, VA
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Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Kathleen did a great job with Tater, played ball with him and feed him. She arrived on time to pick Tater up and is very responsive to walking requests. Will book again with her.”
“Kyla did a great job looking after my cats. It was easy to set things up, she arrived as scheduled, communicated well throughout, and my cats liked her too.”
“I recently hired LaShell as a dog sitter, and I couldn't be more pleased! She showed genuine care for my dog, LaShell engaged my pup with fun activities and ensured Puggo returned home happy. Her flexibility and professionalism were impressive. I highly recommend LaShell for anyone seeking a reliable and loving dog sitter!”
“Lisa was very communicative and caring towards both myself and my fur babies. I greatly appreciated her notes and pics that she sent, which put me at ease while I was away. I highly recommend booking with Lisa. She made everything easy. :)”
“This was our first time having Jeffrey do drop ins for our three wild kids and he was AMAZING! Great communication, super professional, loved on our doggos just like we would!”
“After the meet & greet took place, I knew Amanda would be the perfect person to care for my dogs. She’s reliable, compassionate, attentive, and patient with dogs that have special quirks and needs. I highly recommend Amanda as a resource for your animal needs!”
“Maria is awesome to work with. She responded to my initial request quickly and suggested the meet and greet. We set a time and date to meet and she was very proactive when her other appointments had her running behind to send me a message asking if we could meet just a bit later than originally planned. She asked great questions and got the lay of the land pretty quickly. On the day she was doing the drop-in visits she was on time and made sure to leave a picture of Morty for me. I would/will book Maria again when she is available as she was very professional and her communication is top-notch.”
“I’m never using anyone else! Tyler has a genuine love and passion for animals that shows in her visits and when she hosts. You won’t just get pictures of your dog playing in backyard - she actually spends time with your pup”
“Alexander was awesome! My silly, hyper pup warmed up to him well and he made sure my big oy was taken care of without any deviations from our routine. I will be planning on booking Alexander soon!”
“Julia is the absolute best. Booked on short notice and my two year old lab had an amazing time with her. Provided timely updates and photos throughout the day. Will definitely be booking again!”
“Kay was a fantastic help and super communicative. I really appreciated all of the notes and photos taken while we were away from our two cats and never stressed once about how they were doing. I would highly recommend Kay to anyone looking for a cat sitter!”
About: I have had dogs, cats and birds my entire life. I will treat your fur babies as I would treat my own. Nothing but love I am at home all day as I am an artist. And work from home. I work out of the home 3 evenings a week. I have a large back yard. It is not fenced in but I do have a 25ft lead or I can simply walk them. I have 2 pet parakeets and a Great Dane that recently went to heaven at almost 12. Pets are always allowed on my couches and beds and I miss the snuggles.
About: Over the years I’ve taken care of many friends, family & neighbor’s pets. From quick check-ins or out for a walk or run in the dog park to caring for the animal overnight at my house or the owners house. Ive taken care of senior dogs, dogs who’ve needed insulin injections, high energy dogs & anxious dogs. I’m a nurse who works 3 twelve hour shifts in a hospital. I typically have a few consecutive days off in a row that range from weekdays to weekends. I have met with the owner and their pet to go over their typical routine, do’s & don’ts and any unique behaviors or triggers the animal might have. I’ve sent updates, pictures and videos to the owner while caring for their pet.
“Being away from my furbabies is always stressful. Nicole was able to ease my stress with her excellent care of my 3 furbabies. One super senior on lots of meds and the other two prior feral makes them not the easiest to care for. Nicole did great with walking, feeding and any special needs that occurred. I will use Nicole again should I need to travel without my furbabies.”
About: I’m an active person that knows how to take care of animals. I have an Belgian Malinois that is super active and know how to interact with high maintenance dogs. I work from home 4 out of 5 days. Have plenty of free time to do drop ins or animal sit for the day or night. Currently I don’t have animals stay at my house but willing to go to your house for drop ins or pet sitting for any day of the week.
“Catherine cared for my my baby while I was on vacation. I was nervous to leave them home alone for the first time while on vacation. Her pictures made me feel better knowing they were cared for in a timely manner. I will use Catherine for future drop in needs.”
About: Hi, my name is Yae, and I’m a devoted ally to your furry friends! I've been caring for pets my entire life, growing up surrounded by dogs of all shapes and sizes. Whether big or small, I love them all! Currently, I have a well-trained and socialized Rottweiler who adores playing with friendly dogs and cats. If your pet isn't the most sociable, no worries at all—I can easily separate them to ensure everyone feels comfortable. In some cases, my dog may not be with me, so just let me know, and I’ll be all theirs for the day! Your pet's happiness and well-being are my top priority! I work from home so I’m available to look after your pet daily. If there’s a moment where I have to leave I can crate the baby if that’s okay with the owner but I will make sure that it isn’t super long. I’m pretty flexible throughout the week to look after your pet, so just let me know and we should be able to work something out. I live in a nice neighborhood. Many of neighbors have pets. Plenty of space for them to play and take them out for walks at anytime. I also have a nice fenced in backyard for the pups to run around in. In home I have plenty of room for them to roam as they please I don’t mind them on my furniture. I’m also flexible to look after the owners dogs at their space or just drop in for a little walk.
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Kathleen L.Star Sitter
“Kathleen did a great job with Tater, played ball with him and feed him. She arrived on time to pick Tater up and is very responsive to walking requests. Will book again with her.”
Kyla B.Star Sitter
“Kyla did a great job looking after my cats. It was easy to set things up, she arrived as scheduled, communicated well throughout, and my cats liked her too.”
Lashell D.
“I recently hired LaShell as a dog sitter, and I couldn't be more pleased! She showed genuine care for my dog, LaShell engaged my pup with fun activities and ensured Puggo returned home happy. Her flexibility and professionalism were impressive. I highly recommend LaShell for anyone seeking a reliable and loving dog sitter!”
Lisa K.Star Sitter
“Lisa was very communicative and caring towards both myself and my fur babies. I greatly appreciated her notes and pics that she sent, which put me at ease while I was away. I highly recommend booking with Lisa. She made everything easy. :)”
Jeffrey H.Star Sitter
“This was our first time having Jeffrey do drop ins for our three wild kids and he was AMAZING! Great communication, super professional, loved on our doggos just like we would!”
Amanda W.Star Sitter
“After the meet & greet took place, I knew Amanda would be the perfect person to care for my dogs. She’s reliable, compassionate, attentive, and patient with dogs that have special quirks and needs. I highly recommend Amanda as a resource for your animal needs!”
Maria & Luis V.
Star Sitter
“Maria is awesome to work with. She responded to my initial request quickly and suggested the meet and greet. We set a time and date to meet and she was very proactive when her other appointments had her running behind to send me a message asking if we could meet just a bit later than originally planned. She asked great questions and got the lay of the land pretty quickly. On the day she was doing the drop-in visits she was on time and made sure to leave a picture of Morty for me. I would/will book Maria again when she is available as she was very professional and her communication is top-notch.”
Tyler H.Star Sitter
“I’m never using anyone else! Tyler has a genuine love and passion for animals that shows in her visits and when she hosts. You won’t just get pictures of your dog playing in backyard - she actually spends time with your pup”
Amber B.Star Sitter
“Extremely helpful for us last minute. Would totally recommend!”
Alexander S.Star Sitter
“Alexander was awesome! My silly, hyper pup warmed up to him well and he made sure my big oy was taken care of without any deviations from our routine. I will be planning on booking Alexander soon!”
Julia M.
“Julia is the absolute best. Booked on short notice and my two year old lab had an amazing time with her. Provided timely updates and photos throughout the day. Will definitely be booking again!”
Allyson B.Star Sitter
“Allyson is the best! I never worry about our dog when she is here!”
Kay C.Star Sitter
“Kay was a fantastic help and super communicative. I really appreciated all of the notes and photos taken while we were away from our two cats and never stressed once about how they were doing. I would highly recommend Kay to anyone looking for a cat sitter!”
tatum f.
“Tatum is a gem! She is kind, attentive and very punctual for her visits. Bonus is that our elderly dog loves her! Highly recommend Tatum. Thank you Tatum!”
Kimberly H.
“Kimberly is the best! I always feels totally at ease when she’s watching my dogs because I know they are in good hands. Especially with my 16 year old lab, Miley who needs a little extra love. Definitely recommend her if you want someone reliable caring for your pets.”
Rachel T.
“Rachel is so great! She loves my dogs as if they were hers and does a great job walking them! She is our go-to pet sitter!”
Nicole P.
“Being away from my furbabies is always stressful. Nicole was able to ease my stress with her excellent care of my 3 furbabies. One super senior on lots of meds and the other two prior feral makes them not the easiest to care for. Nicole did great with walking, feeding and any special needs that occurred. I will use Nicole again should I need to travel without my furbabies.”
Dylan A.
“Dylan has a Belgian malinois, so you know he can control any dog you need help taking care of! My dog Mia loves spending time with him- she’s a cute German shepherd lab mix. He’s always willing to walk her or watch her for me!”
Catherine C.
“Catherine cared for my my baby while I was on vacation. I was nervous to leave them home alone for the first time while on vacation. Her pictures made me feel better knowing they were cared for in a timely manner. I will use Catherine for future drop in needs.”
Amonyae W.
“Say Yay to working with Amonyae! I have had the pleasure of knowing Yae and his dog Sasha for over 2 months now. Yae shows such warmth love and gentle authority while caring for and training Sasha. He watches Sasha so carefully while she interacts with other dogs, and he intercedes perfectly to deescalate any tensions that may pop up. All the dogs at the dog park like and respect Yae. They look to him for guidance and direction. My dog Bennie trusts Yae almost as much as me. I am pretty sure, if I were not around, Bennie would choose Yae to live with! Make your pet extra happy and start working with Yae today!!”
Walmsley pet parents share their Rover experiences
Joy is such a wonderful pet sitter! I was so relieved when joy accepted to pet drop in on my hound and cats. Very attentive and responsive. Loves spending time with animals and is a comfort to have looking after your pets! Perfectly on time and doesn't over stay. I trust her 100% with my fur babies. Absolutely will be booking again!
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Walmsley.
Rover makes it easy to find Walmsley pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
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