Sarah Sits-N-Stays Richmond, Virginia

My dog Owen and I recently moved to Richmond and were in need of a dog walker. Sarah, April, and the rest of the team have been absolutely fantastic from day #1. I can't recommend them enough and know that my pup looks forward to seeing them on days they visit!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this service. I had a unique situation in that I needed a dog walker for a loved one in assisted living. Sarah Sits-N-Stays gave excellent service - always on time, walked the dog at least a full hour, made sure the pup had water upon return, and sent me an email telling how the walk went. Most importantly to me, each and every walker displayed such compassion and kindness to my loved one as well as her dog. They are excellent!!! Highly recommend!

Excellent references. Will use her for sure.

The BEST dog sitting and walking service. I have never felt more comfortable leaving my dog in the hands of others. Sarah and her crew are beyond professional, reliable, and great with dogs. They truly get to know the dogs and tailor the experience towards that. They send pictures and a recap with every visit. Any time my dog has a walk, he is in such a happy mood the rest of the day. We even call Merritt, one of the walkers/sitters Nugget's best friend bc of how happy he is after he sees them. Nugget has had some confidence issues before. When we would go on walks, Nugget would sometimes growl at other dogs or seem nervous. After Sarah Sits N Stays got to know Nugget, I mentioned that I wished he could go on the social walks they offered. She immediately mentioned that socializing him could help with the confidence. Based on their knowledge of all of the dogs they walk, they set him up with a dog they felt was a good fit. They tested him out by having two walkers. When it was a success, they continued to pair him with other dogs that were a good fit for a weekly social walk. Nugget now has SO much more confidence. He never growls on walks, or seems nervous around other dogs. He even wants to play with other dogs he sees now and gets playful. We love seeing our dog be more of a dog again. I cannot say enough great things about this company, and the amazing people that are part of it.

Sarah and her team did an exceptional job caring for Miley during our 3 day family wedding weekend. The wonderful care they provided was a huge relief for us. A great perk is their follow up emails and pictures after each visit. Every team member arrived as scheduled. Top notch professional service. We could tell Miley was in good hands as, when we were all crossing paths, Miley immediately greeted each sitter the minute they arrived, never looking back. Happy and ready to go! A wonderful group of caring people who love our pets. Miley is now scheduled for a weekly walk/ play time w/her new friends @ Sarah Sits-n-Stays

Just had Sarah Sits take care of our very anxious dog for a few days while we were traveling and I can honestly say that they are the best petsitter we've ever had! The daily updates from the sitters and the overall communication and coordination with Sarah is top notch! So glad we found these guys!!

I have a crazy schedule as a healthcare worker and Sarah went above and beyond to work with me. Not only is the service flexible and reliable, but you get a “visit summary” after each walk. I’m so impressed by this company and so happy I found them!

Sarah and her capable team took such good care of our kitty while we were out of town. She is shy, but they patiently coaxed her out every day and played with her and stroked her. They gave her her medicine every day and were very careful to follow instructions. She was more relaxed than usual when we returned, thanks to her excellent care.

I would highly recommend Sarah Sits-N-Stays. Anne took such great care of our dog each week - he was extremely happy and VERY tired after her visits. We always got a lovely email telling us about his activities for that day and an action shot or video.

I recommend Sarah Sits-N-Stays to care for your dogs when you are out of town. We also have them come once a week for walks. We have 4 dogs with all different personalities and the team took great care of them and their individual needs. I love the emails and pictures for each visit. My husband and I have complete peace of mind when the dogs are in their care.

Our dogs ARE our children and Sarah and her staff treat them likewise! I have been using their services for the last 3 years and I couldn’t imagine not having them to rely on! And speaking of that they are completely reliable! I love that they give us a “heads up” before they arrive. We also love getting the pictures of their walks! They are very concerned about the dogs safety and any issues they may have to deal with. So if you’re looking for the best Sarah Sits n Stays is the absolute best you can ask for in dog care! We are moving out of the area and will miss the staff very much!❤️

Loved the updates while we were out of the country. Pictures and video of our pet were sent to us and emails with exact times they were at our house. Also brought in a package that we weren't expecting to be delivered while we were away and rotated lights. Highly recommend, we will use again!

Not having to wrangle two 60 pound wigglers into the car to take them anyplace and have the professional come to the house? Sign me Up!

These guys are the best! Sarah and her team are so thorough and very very attentive. I’ve been using them for over a year now for daily visits while I’m at work. My dog couldn’t be happier!!! He loves his regular walker, Anne, and is making so many new friends and getting lots of good exercise in during his play dates! I recently needed them last minute for a weekend out of town and Sarah was so accommodating and found a way to make it work even with the short notice! The sitters notified be when they arrived and left and sent a detailed description of their visits with cute pics which made me feel so much better about leaving the fur babies. I’m so glad I found them!! I 1000% recommend!

We always hate leaving our cat when we travel because she's an adopted stray who is very attached to me and is scared of almost everyone. We had experience with Sarah Sits-N-Stays from several years ago when they used to walk our pug while we were overseas, but this is the first time we engaged them since for our kitty. From the very beginning they were very thorough in getting all the information about her and very responsive to emails and messages. While we were gone, we received at least one email per day with photos and an update on how she was doing, which alleviated a lot of our anxiety. In addition, they picked up the late arriving Christmas packages and left different lights on every night. I can't recommend them enough, and we will definitely be using Sarah Sits-N-Stays every time we have to leave her. Thank you so much!!!!!

It was so important for us to not worry while we went away and that is exactly what we got! Not only did our doggy get what she needed, she also got affection and positive attention. It was important for us to keep her at home because she has had so many changes in last year. We were a little worried about having more than one sitter to take care of her at first. But, they were so thorough about collecting ALL the info needed to make every sitter's visit seamless, it all went without a hitch. Each sitter let us know when they arrived and left as well as daily pictures and summaries on how she was doing. As a matter of fact, we think she loved having all the attention from different sitters and even probably felt like a staycation of her own. We are beyond grateful for all the sitters giving her the love and attention we wanted her to have and also taking such good care of her and keeping her safe. We highly recommend and will not hesitate to use again! Thank you so much!

They have taken our almost 12 year old goldendoodle for lunchtime play dates and taken care of her when we're out of town for the last four years and they are amazing, can't recommend them highly enough. Thank you!

I highly recommend Sarah Sits-N-Stays to take care of your precious pup. They've been helping me with my now senior dog for many, many years. Sarah has always paid special attention to his unique needs so I know he is in great hands when he's out on a walk, or when he ventures out with Dump Truck and visits with other pups in their pack. Recently, we've also used Sarah and her team for nail trim visits. The best part is the email summaries after every visit with details on their activities and even a cute picture.

Sarah’s crew has done a wonderful job of helping my shy dog become more social and happy! Their excellent communication practices really makes working with them a breeze!!

Great experience! They were so kind and thorough. They brought in mail and newspaper as well! Our little guy loved them! thank you again!

I tried contacting her by email and other various types of contact. She never answered.

Outstanding professional services!!! Sarah has painstakingly vetted her staff. Pet and client needs are paramount. Clearly this isn't just a business but a calling. Regarding the non 5 star reviews, I've never experienced this in the 3 YEARS we've retained her services.

I have used Sarah Sits and Stays two times now for private visits, and I have been so pleased with the process from start to finish. The website is easy to use and communication is quick, professional and clear. I love how thorough the questionnaire about each pet is. Between the questionnaire, the in-person meeting, and several ways to contact the team, you can rest assured that nothing will slip through the cracks and your pets will be very well cared for. I love having the option for private visits at a very reasonable price. My FAVORITE part is the email you get after each visit, summarizing what they did, how they acted and some cute pictures! Sarah and her team do a great job!

When we moved to Richmond several months ago I was concerned about finding a reliable sitter for my cats. Our apartment complex recommended Sarah Sits-N-Stay. From the very thorough questionnaire to the meeting with Sarah to the actual pet sitting, we have been very happy with the service! We get a daily update via email after each visit so we know how the cats are doing. I had a question and got a prompt answer. It's good to know that we have a professional, reliable and caring sitter. Highly recommend Sarah Sits-N-Stay.

Absolutely incredible, thorough, and thoughtful care at very reasonable prices. Received a detailed email update every day about our pets along with photos or videos which helped set our mind at ease while away from them.

I cannot overstate how fortunate I feel to have found a pet sitter that I truly trust with my pet and my home. Sarah and her team have been watching over my dog, Riley, for five years now, and I can rest easy knowing that she's getting the best possible care, attention, and love when I'm gone. Sarah’s team always sends updates with photos, Riley’s always healthy and happy when I get back, and my home is always well looked after. Sarah has made a point of socializing Riley with her dog, Dump Truck (Riley loves Dump Truck), which has been a hugely positive influence on her. If you need someone to not only feed and walk your pet, but truly care for them and make their visits a positive experience, check out Sarah Sits, I cannot recommend them enough.

I've been using SSnS for several years now. Sarah is extremely detail oriented, which I appreciate. I travel often for work so it gives me real peace of mind to know my pup is being well cared for. And the email updates/status reports are very much appreciated!

I’m a big fan of Sarah and her team. They take good care of my puppy, are patient with his quirks, and make it possible for me to focus on my work knowing my pup is in good hands. I especially love their follow-up emails and pictures telling me about his day. I trust them with my furry family- my dog and my cat. I highly recommend this excellent group of caring individuals.

Sarah and her team go above and beyond caring for not just the dogs of clients but of every dog. Also a great source for how to take care for your dog in the winter cold or the summer heat. My dog Radar loved visits and she also gave me tips on training. Highly recommend!

Sarah and her sitters took great care of our girls when we were out of town for a holiday weekend. They visited 3 times a day for 1 hour each visit and would take the dogs on long walks or hang out with them in the backyard. They even watered my garden which was above and beyond. The sitters would then send lengthy, detailed emails with pictures describing their visits which were lots of fun to read. We used to board the dogs but I always felt that they were pretty stressed in that environment and I was looking for an option that would keep them home. Not only did the dogs look like they were having a blast in every photo, but when we got home they were completely relaxed and happy. It was a huge relief knowing that the girls got such great care while we were away and I will definitely be using their services again!