Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Yorktown, Arlington, 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.
“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 is my dog's best friend, except for me. She loves visits from Aimee and I can see in the photos how much she enjoys her visits with Aimee.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Brittany was great and Kramer loved her!! She was also so helpful with Kramer’s special instructions (since she was just spayed)! We will definitely use Brittany again!”
“I booked a Riley for a drop in visit. She was great and provided a detailed update for when she checked in with Butter. I would book her again!”
“Sammi gave our doodle lots of playtime and walks while we were away. If you’re worried about your pet lacking enough love while you’re on vacation, Sammi will handle that too!”
“Aislyn was wonderful with our puppy Scout. She was super responsive, on-time, and provided great pictures and write-ups of our visit. That was especially important to us as Scout is our first puppy and we were nervous about leaving her home alone for the first time. Scout always looked so happy in the pictures and when we came home from work!”
“Taylor was the best pet sitter! She obviously loves animals and made sure she knew what would make the kitties most comfortable and happy. Her communication was great and she was careful to follow all the requests we made for taking care of our pets.”
“Michaela did a week of drop ins with our pup, Bastille! She was very communicative, leaving us funny updates after every walk and many photos and videos! Michaela was always on time and our dog clearly loved her. We ran into Michaela at the park after she started doing our mid day walks and Bastille ran right for her! We will definitely be reaching out to Michaela again!”
“It was our first time using Rover and using a sitter/walker for our puppy and it was great! I had a busy 2 days and I was unable to be home all day so Jon came twice each day and walked, fed, and played with my pup for an hour each visit. He maximized the time he had and followed any rules I had (due to my pup being so young he can’t explore as much just yet ). I had some anxiety about leaving my puppy for the first time since he’s only 14 weeks old but Jon made it easy. Highly recommend!!”
“Kaitlyn did a great job with my kitties again! She sent great updates and pictures and I can tell she gave them plenty of attention because they barely even registered that I was back. Thanks Kaitlyn!”
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.
About: I love dogs! I've been walking dogs for over 6 years and had my own dog before that. I have years of experience walking, feeding, playing with and caring for several different dogs in Arlington. I'm a North Arlington native! I'm currently job searching, so I can care for your dogs throughout the day, including long walks, potty breaks and overnight stays. I generally come and go during the day. I'm happy to stay at your home and do anything you need for the dogs and the house. I do not have dogs stay with me in my own home.
“This was my first time using rover and I’m glad I had Sophia. She was punctual and very attentive with my pup. She contacted me regularly and provided plenty of pictures while taking care of my puppy. I would book again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter.”
About: Hi I am a poodle mom recently undergoing a career change looking for part time work. I have over 20 years experience caring for cats and dogs of all sizes and demeanors. My primary goal is to ensure your pets feel safe and happy for during our time together. I am flexible and able to do check ins with the owner, log information and provide updates to ensure communication lines are working. I prefer daytime work but also can do short term all day care when you need to leave town or have a vacation. Overnights of a few night also Ok. I am flexible and can walk dogs, provide in home care or run dogs in fenced areas or at area parks. I am very familiar with regional walking areas as a dog owner in northern VA.
About: I grew up with pets being part of the family. Over the years I have loved a dachshund, whippet and golden retriever. As well as three cute kitties! I started pet sitting around the age of 10 and have loved caring for each animal I’ve met! I hope to spend quality time with your pet whether it be a long walk or play time! I just graduated high school and am on summer break before I start college in the fall! I am attending a phlebotomy program in July for a few hours each morning but am free in the afternoons and evenings. I want your pets to feel at home when I am around. I plan to offer them what i do my own pets, unconditional love and care.
“Maggie is so kind and wonderful with my two cats. She’s so thoughtful and detail oriented and I really appreciated her help while we were away. Maggie is a great rover!”
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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.
Phoebe Y.Star Sitter
“Phoebe is the best!! My cats adore her, she always spends extra time with them, and she is exceptionally attentive, communicative, and flexible.”
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 is my dog's best friend, except for me. She loves visits from Aimee and I can see in the photos how much she enjoys her visits with Aimee.”
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.”
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.”
Evelyn B.Star Sitter
“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.”
Brittany H.Star Sitter
“Brittany was great and Kramer loved her!! She was also so helpful with Kramer’s special instructions (since she was just spayed)! We will definitely use Brittany again!”
Riley C.Star Sitter
“I booked a Riley for a drop in visit. She was great and provided a detailed update for when she checked in with Butter. I would book her again!”
Sammi M.Star Sitter
“Sammi gave our doodle lots of playtime and walks while we were away. If you’re worried about your pet lacking enough love while you’re on vacation, Sammi will handle that too!”
Aislyn R.Star Sitter
“Aislyn was wonderful with our puppy Scout. She was super responsive, on-time, and provided great pictures and write-ups of our visit. That was especially important to us as Scout is our first puppy and we were nervous about leaving her home alone for the first time. Scout always looked so happy in the pictures and when we came home from work!”
Taylor C.Star Sitter
“Taylor was the best pet sitter! She obviously loves animals and made sure she knew what would make the kitties most comfortable and happy. Her communication was great and she was careful to follow all the requests we made for taking care of our pets.”
Michaela F.
“Michaela did a week of drop ins with our pup, Bastille! She was very communicative, leaving us funny updates after every walk and many photos and videos! Michaela was always on time and our dog clearly loved her. We ran into Michaela at the park after she started doing our mid day walks and Bastille ran right for her! We will definitely be reaching out to Michaela again!”
Jon T.Star Sitter
“It was our first time using Rover and using a sitter/walker for our puppy and it was great! I had a busy 2 days and I was unable to be home all day so Jon came twice each day and walked, fed, and played with my pup for an hour each visit. He maximized the time he had and followed any rules I had (due to my pup being so young he can’t explore as much just yet ). I had some anxiety about leaving my puppy for the first time since he’s only 14 weeks old but Jon made it easy. Highly recommend!!”
Kaitlyn D.
Star Sitter
“Kaitlyn did a great job with my kitties again! She sent great updates and pictures and I can tell she gave them plenty of attention because they barely even registered that I was back. Thanks Kaitlyn!”
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.”
Emily L.
“I highly recommend Emily. She has been taking care of my dog for many years. I cannot say enough about Emily and how confident I feel in her care for my dog when I am away. She is so dependable, reliable and trustworthy and my dog is always happy to see her.”
Sophia D.
“This was my first time using rover and I’m glad I had Sophia. She was punctual and very attentive with my pup. She contacted me regularly and provided plenty of pictures while taking care of my puppy. I would book again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter.”
Marianne A.
“She is super patient with my dogs. One of mine had bad anxiety and very needy. She was very understanding and worked well to give her the comfort she needed.”
Tegan L.
“Tegan has looked after my dog Leo and my four cats all at once, she really handles this huge load with overwhelming grace! She is definitely my go to sitter just because she knows animals on a level that no one else can replicate. For example, she taught my dog Leo how to paw even in his old ages. But other than that, she is super communicative and she always gives her 110% whenever I need her. Tegan is a lovely woman.”
Maggie D.
“Maggie is so kind and wonderful with my two cats. She’s so thoughtful and detail oriented and I really appreciated her help while we were away. Maggie is a great rover!”
Yorktown pet parents share their Rover experiences
John was amazing and took great care of Chico during his unexpected final weekend. John communicated well and went above and beyond to ensure Chico was comfortable until I returned. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a compassionate animal caregiver!
Taylor is AMAZING!!! She was on time with her visits, and sent us great photos and notes. She went above and beyond when we had an issue with our lock and had to call a locksmith. She was great at communicating, and was really concerned about Meech getting lonely or stressed during the whole locksmith ordeal. Honestly I think when we came home, he was disappointed that it was us and not Taylor. We could not have asked for a better dog sitter!
Vanessa is an absolute gem! She helped me figure out what to do with our senior dog in terms of frequency of visits, this was the first time we really left him alone by himself. We were very anxious but felt so reassured because she was super communicative, attentive, and clearly loving towards our dog. She went above and beyond. We will be sure to use her again! Our dog already misses her!
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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 Yorktown.
Rover makes it easy to find Yorktown 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
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.
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