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A watchful dog relaxing at home, ensuring the space stays secure while their owner is away. Ideal for house sitting, pet sitting, and dog care in Virginia Beach.

Pet & Home Care You Can Trust 
While You’re Away

Reliable, Structured Visits for Pets & Homes

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If you’re looking for pet sitting in Virginia Beach that keeps your pets comfortable at home and maintains a lived‑in feel while you’re away, my While You’re Away service is the perfect fit. I provide 30‑minute structured visits that combine pet care, companionship, and light home upkeep — all tailored to your needs in Ocean Lakes, Red Mill, Upton, General Booth Blvd, Dam Neck Road, Nimmo Parkway, and surrounding neighborhoods.

This service is ideal for:

  • Short trips when you don’t need overnight care

  • Pets who thrive on routine and familiar surroundings

  • Homes that benefit from a lived‑in look while away

  • Multi‑dog households needing consistent check‑ins

Each visit can include:​

  • Potty breaks & safe outdoor time

  • Feeding, fresh water & hydration checks

  • Light playtime or enrichment

  • Medication, plant watering & lighting adjustments

  • Mail/package collection & quick home scan/sweep

How It Works – Step‑by‑Step While You’re Away Process

 

Meet & Greet

We’ll discuss your pet’s routine, home needs, and any special instructions.

Scheduled Visit

I arrive at your home at the agreed time for structured care and home upkeep.

Tailored Care

Feeding, water refresh, potty breaks, enrichment, plant watering, package collection, and any extras you’ve requested.

Updates & Photos

You’ll receive a Rover report card with notes and pictures from each visit.

This mirrors the same calm, predictable structure used in my drop‑in visits, keeping your pets relaxed and your home cared for.

Why Choose My While You’re Away Service

  • Calm, reliable care from a full‑time pet sitter in

       Virginia Beach

  • Consistent communication & quick response times

  • Respect for your home and your pet’s established

       routine

  • Light home upkeep for a lived‑in, secure feel 

       Perfect for dogs who don’t need overnight sitting

  • Ideal for families in Ocean Lakes, Red Mill, Upton,

       General Booth Blvd, Dam Neck, Nimmo Parkway,

       and surrounding areas

Book Your While You’re Away Visits Today

Give your pets the comfort of staying home with the care and attention they deserve — and keep your home looking lived‑in while you’re away. Families throughout Ocean Lakes, Red Mill, Upton, General Booth Blvd, Dam Neck Road, Nimmo Parkway, and nearby Virginia Beach communities trust structured visits like these to keep their pets relaxed and their homes cared for.

If you’re ready for calm, reliable care while you travel, you can reach out to build your personalized plan and ensure everything is taken care of until you return.

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While You’re Away—Without
the Premium Price

While You’re Away — starting at $33 per 30 minute visit (up to 3 dogs)

  • Photo updates from every visit

  • One-on-one attention, safe at home

  • potty breaks, meals, meds, & play

Also offering dog walking, overnight boarding, dog walking, and more.

*Puppy rates apply to dogs under 1 year old.

Dog Sitting logo featuring a charming beach-themed design, representing personalized pet care services in Virginia Beach.

Pick-up & Drop-off Areas    -    Virginia Beach    -    Norfolk    -    Chesapeake

Hours To Call Direct

Mon Fri: 8 AM 5 PM 

Sat Sun: 9 AM  5 PM

Call/Text: (757) 6217314

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