Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Whitcomb, Richmond, VA
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1. Kade M.
“My pets keep asking me to go out of town so they can hang out with their favorite Human again. Very professional, prompt communication, takes adorable pet pictures, did a great job. Definitely going to be a repeat customer.”
2. Gabriela & Mark M.
“Did great with our new puppy! Communicative about his needs and attentive. Even took him for a short walk even though it was just a drop in visit. Would easily request to care for Chef again!”
3. Kristen C.
“Kristen was wonderful! She took great care of our kitty while we were out of the country for about 2 weeks. We will definitely connect with her for any future needs as well.”
4. Grayson D.
“Grayson took great care of my cat while I was away for two weeks! She went above and beyond making sure he was comfortable and got everything he needed.”
5. Katherine H.
“Katherine was so great! Had to book last minute and she was super responsive and very easy to work with. She sent great updates with pictures and could tell our animals enjoyed being with her. Would definitely recommend to others!”
6. Cynthia B.
“Cynthia was a great pup-sitter, and kept me well informed with pictures and updates! Sebastian tends to be anxious and he looked like he didn’t miss a beat of belly rubs, cuddles, walks and attention. She communicated all needs and changes in behavior during my time away! She was a great sitter!”
7. Nick I.
“Nick’s care and communication have been absolutely phenomenal, and I truly appreciated it. I could tell Sebastian felt well loved and cared for through the pictures that he sent during my time away! This was my first time using Rover, and I'm sold. I'll definitely keep Nick in mind as I travel frequently, and we've had some family shifts so care is not always as readily available.”
8. Jeffrey H.
“This was our first time using Rover and we are so glad we found Jeffrey. He took such great care of our diabetic cat so we could rest easy on vacation.”
9. Elijah S.
“Elijah is the absolute best! He is one of the few people my really shy cat is warmed up too and always does an incredible job of communicating and sending cute pictures!”
10. Devinder K.
“I’m so glad I chose to book with Devinder! I’ve been blown away by his responsiveness, flexibility, communication, and clear love for pets :) He’s very professional, but also comes across like a friend who’s always down to help you out and care for your pets like they’re his own. I trust him with my pets for the long haul!”
11. Rachel D.
“The best!”
12. Julia B.
“I highly recommend Julia! She took great care of my senior pup, and made sure to send photos! I felt great knowing my pup was well cared for!”
13. Alyssa S.
“Alyssa did a wonderful job caring for my two senior, or should I say "golden" kitties. She was very communicative and thorough and I felt like I could relax and enjoy my vacation since Jack and Harley were in good hands.”
14. Eula C.
“This was my second time using Thane and, as expected, they were great! They gave my kitty Rat all the snuggles he requires and had no problem with his medication. Their updates each visit were thorough. I was a bit disorganized while planning this time away and they were very understanding. I’m so glad to have found them!”
15. Abby L.
“Abby was very responsive and took direction well! She dropped in and checked on my cat! I received timely and detailed updates with lots of photos! I was very comfortable and confident in Abby’s ability to look after my cat while I was out of town”
16. Maria & Luis V.
“Thank you Maria and Luis for watching Neyland and Nala while I was out of town! I booked them a few days prior because my dog contracted kennel cough from daycare. Maria did a meet and greet with me, took Neyland outside 3 times a day, and gave him his food with medications. Neyland is reactive with people and dogs but they handled him wonderfully! Thank you guys :)”
17. Catherine C.
“This was our first time using services through Rover and we are so glad we did! Cat was absolutely amazing through the entire process keeping us well informed at each drop in. She was incredibly patient with our fur babies and their unique personalities, even befriending our shy boy in record time. Thank you so much, Cat!”
18. Andrew C.
“Andrew has been by far the best dog walker you could ask for. Always going above and beyond. He literally offered to install the portable AC in my house while I was at work and the AC went out. Leaving Richmond is going to be hard but finding anyone better with my dog will be impossible!”
19. Lindsay P.
“So grateful for Lindsay’s updates at each visit. She took great care of our needy boy. Thank you!”
20. Kayley D.
“I admit being new to Rover had me somewhat nervous, but after a few conversations and sessions with Kayley I’m so thankful we found her. My Remy loves her so much and looks forward to their time together. I know he’s in good hands!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Whitcomb on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 337 pet sitters in Whitcomb. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of Whitcomb pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Whitcomb have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Whitcomb.
Rover makes it easy to find Whitcomb 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
There are 337 pet sitters in Whitcomb on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Whitcomb, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 96% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.