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Rita T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 124 reviews
56 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19802

“5 stars! Rita went above and beyond for our 14 year old Louis. She is very reliable, responsive, gives good updates and is very caring with her animal guests. We will definititely ask for Rita again!!!”

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Elise & Daniel L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19803

“Elise and Daniel are beyonnddd amazing!! I’m so incredibly grateful to have found them….they were so easy to work with and so flexible with me…..their home is very warm and homey, the kind where everyone feels at home….They took such great care of my chihuahua….I was visiting for an event and staying downtown, it was very close by and I wish that I could use them full time but I live out of state….thank you so much Elise, Daniel and Eli for taking such amazing care of Waffles….im so grateful and I loved meeting you 🤗🙏”

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Joseph G.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 413 reviews
111 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

“Joseph kept us updated on how our dog was doing while we were away with tons of adorable photos and videos, making it clear he was having a blast. We could tell our pup was getting all the exercise he needed, thanks to Joseph's commitment to regular walks and playtime at the dog park. It was such a relief knowing our dog was in great hands!”

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Sarah K.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19806

“Sarah was great watching our dog. Amazing updates and pictures. She was very accommodating to pickup and dropoff schedule. Would definitely book again.”

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Aaron P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 67 reviews
27 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Garnet Valley, PA, 19060

“Aaron took very good care of our 2 Puggles. He clearly loves dogs and treated them as if they were his own. Very responsive and kept me updated with photos and videos. Will definitely use his services again!”

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Melanie M.
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Corey C.
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$60
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
11 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19801

“Same day Boarding request for 2 puppies under 1 year old. Corey has a fenced yard, he provides photos and videos each day and keeps the puppies and their bedding very clean. My puppies came home with freshly washed bedding and their own baths! What a Treat!”

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Emily & Christine R.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Media, PA, 19063

“Perfect place for my pampered pet. I thought he might not want to leave. Lots of cozy places for him to snuggle with other pets and both Emily & Christine. Plenty of room to run around outside and fun kids too. play with”

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Laura G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“Sadie had such a great time staying with Laura. She is very skeptical about new environments; however, she was very comfortable and showed no signs of stress. I will be asking Laura to watch Sadie again in the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Heather W.
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Heather W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Carneys Point, NJ, 08069

“Heather was wonderful with Sauce for his overnight stay! She was very communicative from the start and made time for a meet and greet beforehand. Her home was lovely and very pet friendly, and she asked lots of questions to make sure Sauce would be comfortable, well cared for, and a good fit in her home overnight. While we were away, she sent pictures and kept me updated on how Sauce was doing and what he was up to, which gave me great peace of mind. Heather was super pleasant, easy-going, and clearly thoughtful about the dogs she cares for. Sauce seemed happy and comfortable with her, and I would absolutely use Heather again.”

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Elizabeth D.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
16 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Boothwyn, PA, 19061

“Where to start , dropping my puppy off was an amazing experience , I instantly felt right at home and felt like I've known Beth and her husband for years , leaving my puppy Nylah there they kept me up to date frequently with pictures and videos , I felt very very comfortable having Nylah there , and I'll absolutely book with them again 🤗.”

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Jessica P.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19810

“Jessica took great care of my girl Cora. She is super sweet and I could tell Cora made herself right at home. Her kitty was also part of the welcoming committee 😂. She was flexible on drop off/pick up times. I would definitely use Jessica’s services again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Latoya C.
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Latoya C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
8 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“I have to say this with a warm heart that I absolutely agree with the other reviews. Latoya was professional, and kind. When BJ entered her home, I knew that I didn't have to worry about him. Latoya is amazing. I can't wait to book with her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth K.
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Elizabeth K.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19803

“We felt 100% comfortable leaving our 2 furbabies with Elizabeth from the moment of our meet & greet. There was never a question or worry in our minds that the girls would be in extremely capable hands. A HUGE thank you to Elizabeth and family for taking such wonderful care of Buffy & Winnie! The photos of their happy faces were so reassuring! 2 thumbs and 8 paws up!! ❤️🐾”

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Candice M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 133 reviews
61 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South St. Georges, DE, 19709

“Candice is an awesome person! She gave my fur buddy so much attention and care that I was concerned that he might have wanted to stay with her instead of coming home with us. She continuously sent us updates and photos. We could see he was enjoying his stay with her. Seeing how happy he looked made our vacation more enjoyable not having to worry about how he was doing. Thank you so very much Candice. Looking forward to our next trip and Kekoa’s next stay. Be sure to book early so she has room for your pet!!!”

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Garrett T.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
11 years of experience
West Chester, PA, 19382

“Garrett took great care of Allie for us. He responded promptly to messages, was very polite, and went out of his way to help Allie feel at home. She was very happy staying with him, and seemed content when we picked her up. I would definitely recommend and book with Garrett again!”

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Samantha B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19804

“When my initial Rover sitter fell through at the last minute, I reached out to Samantha and she happily took Hazel into her home for a week! She was friendly and communicative with updates and pictures. Hazel was well cared for!”

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Kelli Y.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
14 repeat clients
40 years of experience
LANDENBERG, PA, 19350

“Kelli and her husband took great care of my dog, Blizzard, who had a wonderful time playing with her dogs. Kelli was very caring and easy to work with. I highly recommend Kelli, and Blizzard would happily return for another getaway.”

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Lindsey H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“Lindsey did a fantastic job caring for our 6 month old pup. She communicated a minimum of 2x per day and always provided pictures with each communication. We will definitely be using Lindsey again in the future.”

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Meg A.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Chadds Ford, PA, 19317

“Meg was so wonderful with Tuxedo! He took to her immediately and they had a weekend filled with walks and snuggles. She was super communicative and sent lots of photos and updates. I could tell that he was very well taken care of.”

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Mariel W.
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Lorraine E.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 146 reviews
53 repeat clients
30 years of experience
West Chester, PA, 19380

“Lorraine did an excellent job taking care of our dog for a week! Our dog is rescue who has been with us for just a year so we were nervous about his first separation, but his stay with Lorraine was wonderful. She provided daily updates, photos and kept our pup on his schedule. After his stay, he adjusted back home without any trouble. We definitely recommend Lorraine and would rebook with her in the future.”

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Lynn T.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Alapocas is $55

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As usual, Joseph is Duke’s parent away from home. We are so grateful for the care he takes of Duke 10+++/10

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A. Prince A.
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My pup took to the family quickly. There was a meet and greet done where they all introduced themselves, and their pup. Everyone got along well and my dog made himself at home literally day 1. I do recommend!

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Camise W.
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Olivia has been taking care of our puppy boy Jax for a couple of years now. She’s great and wonderful. She’s always available when we need to go out of town.

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Faustino A.
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Amy and Cathy were wonderful! I came back to find Liesel happily playing outside. They a definitely animal lovers and take great care of you pet.

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Jeam M.
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Amazing! Shiloh really loved her kind, warm energy. Very welcoming, comfortable home. Sent pictures and messages. Will use her again, actually next week!

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Nancy C.
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Pooja was easy-going and very kind to Goose. Goose is old and pretty mellow but sometimes nervous with new people. He did not seem nervous with her or Chloe. We will definitely reach out to Pooja again.

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Linda F.
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Stephanie did an excellent job watching Blaze. She sent me text and photo updates and I felt confident that Blaze was being well taken care of.

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Tim B.
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Sarah is an amazing sitter!! She took my dog last minute, sent pictures and updates. I will definitely use her again.

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Glynis R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shanisa is amazing and clearly very knowledgeable and good at what she does. From our meet & greet all the way to the end, she kept me informed and supplied with photos & videos. As far as Bix was concerned, he was at a week-long resort vacation.

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Dayton M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jade accepted my last minute request and was excellent with my dog Luke. I got daily updates, pics, and videos where I could see he got to exercise a lot🙏 He was happy all the way, thank you Jade! Highly recommend and would book again.

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Rose G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Samantha took great care of my dog Ivy while I was out of the country. She provided photos and messages to let me know how she was doing. Most importantly she made my dog feel safe and secure by providing her with lots of attention while I was away. I had never left my dog at another house before so I was not sure if she would be comfortable, but she did great. Thanks so much Samantha!

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Karrie R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alberta watched our 17.5 year old cockapoo for 2 weeks and took such great care of her. Our dog has some minor health issues and also requires diapers and Alberta had no problem taking care of that. She had great enthusiasm for watching senior dogs when we first met her and we felt like we were leaving our girl in excellent hands. We received updates throughout our trip and she was always timely when responding to our messages. We would definitely reach out to her first if we ever needed someone to watch our dog again. She was excellent and you should consider her when looking for a sitter.

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Rachel W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Chewy seems to enjoy his time with you- the pics show a happy dog. I will be contacting you whenever I need sitter services! Thank you for taking such great care of him.

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Sakinah A.
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Rita took excellent care of my Angelo in her home. He can be slow to warm up to people, but she quickly won him over and they had a great visit! He especially loved relaxing in her yard.

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Rebekah L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you for caring for my dog and being flexible with your time as I was running late to pick him up.

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Nyankah G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jenning is absolutely top level pet care. She is a natural born dog lover and Charlie was so happy in her care that Im surprised he was willing to come home

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Jacqueline S.
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Elizabeth and her family took wonderful care of my dog and really treated her like their own and made her feel loved while I was away. I'm especially grateful because it was a last minute booking after another sitter cancelled last minute. I highly recommend Elizabeth!

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Devon & Alex G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We were very lucky to have Jeannine watch our dog, Maysie, between Christmas and New Year’s. Jeannine made everything super easy and I know Maysie had a great stay as she came home both happy and tired out. Would highly recommend!

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Alison M.
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Aggy did an amazing job taking care of our pup Joey. Great communication, regular updates, and lots of love. Joey was happy and comfortable the entire time. Highly recommend!

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Abhilash k.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Angie was fantastic! We have never left our dog with anyone other than family so were a bit nervous but Angie provided daily updates and pictures to put our mind at ease. Ripley seemed to have had the best time with Angie! We will 100% book Angie again. We feel so lucky to have found such a great dog sitter on Rover- Thank you Angie!

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Katelyn W.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Alapocas is $44 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $31 and $67 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of November 2026, there are 2,836 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Alapocas. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

94% of sitters in Alapocas can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Alapocas home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Alapocas.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Alapocas. On Rover:

  • 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Alapocas sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in DE ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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