Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Waycroft-Woodlawn, Arlington, VA
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“Maria was great. It was her first time with our two cats. They warmed up to her quickly, which is saying a lot! Her report cards were clear and complete and all went well!”
“Aimee was fantastic! She sent lots of pics and detailed notes from her drop-ins with our cat Finn. He really loved her. It's was comforting to know our pet was in such good hands while we were away and made it easy to enjoy the trip! Aimee went above and beyond, alerting us to a water leak in the bathroom. We were able to contact the building management to take care of the leak before it caused too much damage. I am grateful to her for being so observant and conscientious! We would be thrilled to have her take care of Finn the next time we travel!”
“Ameera was fantastic! I looked forward to her cute reports, which felt like little stories from the day. Through the pictures and videos she sent, I could tell my cat was truly happy playing with her. It gave me such peace of mind while traveling. Exceptional care for the furry ones ✨”
“Jennifer took great care of our cat. She followed the instructions and gave us timely updates; she took her time and slowly built trust with our cat. We are glad that our cat was able to make a new friend! We would definitely use her again!”
“So happy with the care Riley gave my cats. They both seemed to really like her and it made traveling so much less stressful not having to worry about them.”
“Mya is a wonderful sitter! She is incredibly caring with our cat, and she always makes sure to give her plenty of love and attention. We will absolutely book with her again.”
“Paul was responsive and incredibly communicative. I needed to take a last-minute international trip. Within a few hours, we were able to schedule a time for Paul to take care of Clementine. I am definitely using his services again the next time I have to travel.”
“Brittany was amazing with my nearly three month old puppy, Ruby! She kept Ruby busy with a walk and playing with all of Ruby’s toys, and by the end of the visit, Ruby was all tired out (which was the goal)! I can’t thank Brittany enough and will certainly be using her again!”
“Simone D is the best with my two large energetic pups!! She takes amazing care and documents everything. I try to book her whenever I can because my pups adore her and I never have to worry about them.”
“I can’t rave enough about how AMAZING Melissa is! As a very devout cat mom, I tend to find myself stressing about my Berkley🐈⬛ while vacationing! Not only is this the first time I was able to detach myself from those ever so common stress paths, but I also was able to fully indulge in my entire trip without even questioning his wellbeing. Melissa went ABOVE & BEYOND ensuring she formed a trusting Bond with Berkley and it showed. I can count on one hand how many people Berkley has trusted enough to not only play, but hand feed him, Melissa has made that list and he is 7 years old! Impressive is an understatement. I know exactly who I will contact next time we need a sitter and if Melissa isn’t available, I will likely resechedule my trip to a time she is! Thank you, Melissa. You have gained a permanent place on the top of the sitter list and I really can’t thank you enough!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻”
“Evelyn was a wonderful pet sitter. She took great care of my cat, and went above and beyond in the care she provided and her communication.”
“Jackie is SO SO great. This is our second time booking with her and she really does take the best care of our orange menace kitty. She gives amazing updates, makes sure that our boy is settled before she leaves and sends awesome pictures. Would rebook 100x!”
“Taylor was attentive to detail and rolled with the punches as the pets inevitably made messes while we were away. She was super communicative and so kind!”
“Diego was great with the cats, they loved him (even the one that doesn't care for men ?) he was punctual and showed the cats alot of love! The cats very happy when I came back home!”
About: I’ve loved dogs my whole life and have raised mine from puppies. I’ve also happily walked, house-sat for, and boarded friends’ dogs in times when I didn’t have one of my own. I’m planning a career transition and will be working on a personal creative project, so I will have a flexible schedule to respond to pet parents’ needs during busy work days. Regular walks are important for a happy and healthy pup! When I walk my own dog, I follow routes that will keep us both safe and am always careful in any interactions with other dogs, especially if we don’t know them. I’d do the same for your pet and abide by any specific instructions you might have!
About: I have years of personal experience caring for animals, including training my own golden retriever, Prince, who’s now almost 10. I started training him as a puppy, and I still love teaching him new tricks to keep him engaged, happy, and to improve our bond. Prince has also received care from Rover sitters, so I understand how important it is to have someone you trust. I have high standards for how he’s treated, and I bring that same level of care and attention to every pet I look after. I’m patient, kind, and always focused on making sure every pet feels safe and happy. I love getting to know each animal’s unique personality and making sure they feel comfortable and cared for, just like I do with my own dog. Pet care fits perfectly into my routine right now because I’m in college and have lots of free time over the summer. I am able to dedicate my days to giving pets the attention, exercise, and companionship they need. During visits, I always make sure pets feel safe and comfortable by taking things at their pace. I give them plenty of attention, follow all care instructions carefully, and keep their space clean and secure. I am attentive to all pets' needs, whether it’s going for a walk, playtime, feeding, or just providing company.
“Aly was so great! She was available last minute and took such good care of my cat. She was thoughtful, asked questions, and was responsive. Would highly recommend her !!”
“Dominique is an exceptional dog sitter! He took amazing care of our large, active dog, managing his energy with ease and ensuring he was happy and well-exercised throughout his stay. Dominique is a fantastic communicator, always prompt and clear in his updates, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. He truly went above and beyond—not only taking excellent care of our pup but also helping out around the house, like taking out the garbage. We couldn’t recommend him more highly and will definitely book him again!”
“Carisa is so wonderful with both of our doggos. She is very dependable, great with communication, and our dogs love her! We use her frequently for drop ins and walks. Highly recommend.”
About: Only able to offer house sitting, walks, and drop in visits at this time! Apologies for any inconveniences. Growing up, I've cared for daschunds(Snoopy and Roxanne!). I've also helped care for my aunts bully breeds over the years. Have also cared for fish and a chameleon at one point. I love animals! Currently work in a hybrid capacity and also volunteer a few hours a month at AWLA. I do work a hybrid schedule-- in office 2 to 3 days a week (Tuesday thru Thursday), I have a more flexible schedule on the weekends and Monday and Friday to make sure your pups get the attention they need. At the moment I am only able to offer house sitting, dog walking, and drop in visits to your place. I keep a generally tidy space
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Maria T.Star Sitter
“Maria was great. It was her first time with our two cats. They warmed up to her quickly, which is saying a lot! Her report cards were clear and complete and all went well!”
Aimee P.Star Sitter
“Aimee was fantastic! She sent lots of pics and detailed notes from her drop-ins with our cat Finn. He really loved her. It's was comforting to know our pet was in such good hands while we were away and made it easy to enjoy the trip! Aimee went above and beyond, alerting us to a water leak in the bathroom. We were able to contact the building management to take care of the leak before it caused too much damage. I am grateful to her for being so observant and conscientious! We would be thrilled to have her take care of Finn the next time we travel!”
Ameera B.Star Sitter
“Ameera was fantastic! I looked forward to her cute reports, which felt like little stories from the day. Through the pictures and videos she sent, I could tell my cat was truly happy playing with her. It gave me such peace of mind while traveling. Exceptional care for the furry ones ✨”
Jennifer W.
“Jennifer took great care of our cat. She followed the instructions and gave us timely updates; she took her time and slowly built trust with our cat. We are glad that our cat was able to make a new friend! We would definitely use her again!”
Riley C.Star Sitter
“So happy with the care Riley gave my cats. They both seemed to really like her and it made traveling so much less stressful not having to worry about them.”
Mya G.Star Sitter
“Mya is a wonderful sitter! She is incredibly caring with our cat, and she always makes sure to give her plenty of love and attention. We will absolutely book with her again.”
Paul G.Star Sitter
“Paul was responsive and incredibly communicative. I needed to take a last-minute international trip. Within a few hours, we were able to schedule a time for Paul to take care of Clementine. I am definitely using his services again the next time I have to travel.”
Brittany H.Star Sitter
“Brittany was amazing with my nearly three month old puppy, Ruby! She kept Ruby busy with a walk and playing with all of Ruby’s toys, and by the end of the visit, Ruby was all tired out (which was the goal)! I can’t thank Brittany enough and will certainly be using her again!”
Simone D.Star Sitter
“Simone D is the best with my two large energetic pups!! She takes amazing care and documents everything. I try to book her whenever I can because my pups adore her and I never have to worry about them.”
Melissa S.Star Sitter
“I can’t rave enough about how AMAZING Melissa is! As a very devout cat mom, I tend to find myself stressing about my Berkley🐈⬛ while vacationing! Not only is this the first time I was able to detach myself from those ever so common stress paths, but I also was able to fully indulge in my entire trip without even questioning his wellbeing. Melissa went ABOVE & BEYOND ensuring she formed a trusting Bond with Berkley and it showed. I can count on one hand how many people Berkley has trusted enough to not only play, but hand feed him, Melissa has made that list and he is 7 years old! Impressive is an understatement. I know exactly who I will contact next time we need a sitter and if Melissa isn’t available, I will likely resechedule my trip to a time she is! Thank you, Melissa. You have gained a permanent place on the top of the sitter list and I really can’t thank you enough!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻”
Evelyn B.
“Evelyn was a wonderful pet sitter. She took great care of my cat, and went above and beyond in the care she provided and her communication.”
Javkhlan T.Star Sitter
“Jackie is SO SO great. This is our second time booking with her and she really does take the best care of our orange menace kitty. She gives amazing updates, makes sure that our boy is settled before she leaves and sends awesome pictures. Would rebook 100x!”
Taylor C.Star Sitter
“Taylor was attentive to detail and rolled with the punches as the pets inevitably made messes while we were away. She was super communicative and so kind!”
Isabelle & Diego H.
“Diego was great with the cats, they loved him (even the one that doesn't care for men ?) he was punctual and showed the cats alot of love! The cats very happy when I came back home!”
Elly S.
“Elly has always been wonderful with my dogs. She is conscientious, professional, and thoughtful. She has a warm and playful demeanor, and I never have to worry when Elly is taking care of my dogs, parrot, and cats. They all love her.”
Aurora G.
“Rory is a true animal lover. Her deep knowledge comes from hands-on experience caring for a wide range of animals, including dogs, horses, and cats. She's remarkably attentive to each animal’s unique needs and consistently goes the extra mile to ensure they're happy, safe, and well-cared for. She would absolutely be my first choice for my pet sitting needs and I would 100% recommend her for anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate, and knowledgeable pet sitter.”
Aly S.Star Sitter
“Aly was so great! She was available last minute and took such good care of my cat. She was thoughtful, asked questions, and was responsive. Would highly recommend her !!”
Dominique L.Star Sitter
“Dominique is an exceptional dog sitter! He took amazing care of our large, active dog, managing his energy with ease and ensuring he was happy and well-exercised throughout his stay. Dominique is a fantastic communicator, always prompt and clear in his updates, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. He truly went above and beyond—not only taking excellent care of our pup but also helping out around the house, like taking out the garbage. We couldn’t recommend him more highly and will definitely book him again!”
Carisa B.
“Carisa is so wonderful with both of our doggos. She is very dependable, great with communication, and our dogs love her! We use her frequently for drop ins and walks. Highly recommend.”
Jack S.
“Jack has a keen sense of animal appreciation. He has cared for my 90lb Mastiff, 50lb English Bulldog, and 20lb Pug with kindness and grace while he lives in the Boston area. Jack was in tune with all the quirkiness my beast(s) had and could redirect with kindness and compassion, all while providing them with positive stimulation. I can confidently recommend Jack for any pet care needs.”
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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 Waycroft-Woodlawn.
Rover makes it easy to find Waycroft-Woodlawn 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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