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Sitter Profile Image: Sandra T.
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Sandra T.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“Sandra is absolutely wonderful! I had no doubt Stella was in good hands with her during her stay. She provided frequent updates and photos. I highly recommend her!”

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Kajal B.
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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

“Zuri I know had a relaxing stay with Candice I got pictures everyday she was very welcoming I felt at ease leaving Zuri with her I would definitely recommend her !!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Totiyana D.
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Totiyana D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

“Totiyana is so patient and caring! Our Blu is a big ball of energy, especially around other dogs but she could handle him. Will definitely be using her services again! Thank you!”

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Jay R.
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Susan C.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 78 reviews
33 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“Very happy we found Susan and decided to go with her. She was very warm and inviting with us and Leo from the very beginning! We definitely will be reoccurring clients of hers!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Courtney H.
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Courtney H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
17 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Historic New Castle, DE, 19720

“The fact that Courtney is a vet was one of the reasons I reached out to see if she was able to watch Sunny for a weekend while I was out of town due to how anxious she can get. Let me tell you, she did not disappoint. During the meet and greet, she asked about emergency vet info and offered her office as an option for urgent but non-emergency situations since I don’t have a primary emergency vet. She was aware of Sunny’s needs while she was there. Courtney also kept great communication and sent lots of videos and pics during her stay. I would 10/10 recommend her and will definitely be booking services with her again when the time comes!”

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Jamie T.
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Chyann S.
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$58
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

“This was our first time boarding our dog, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Chyann was incredibly sweet, attentive, and caring, and it was clear from the start that she genuinely loves animals. She provided regular updates, photos, and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Our dog was well cared for, comfortable, and happy throughout the stay. She has a natural way with animals and made the entire experience stress-free for both us and our pup. We would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a safe, trustworthy, and loving environment for their dog.”

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Kaisha S.
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Yvonne & Joseph K.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 198 reviews
49 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“Yvonne was wonderful with my dog Precious. She was so loving and caring to Precious and made me feel comfortable when I had to leave her there for three days.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mark & Kayleigh B.
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Mark & Kayleigh B.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“We cannot say enough about what awesome dog sitters Mark and Kayleigh are! They were so kind, communicative, and caring! They sent regular pictures and updates and really made us feel comfortable about leaving our 11 year old shepherd mix with them. We will be booking with them for as long as we can!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Olivia R.
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Olivia R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 696 reviews
264 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19804

“Olivia was great! she is easy to get a hold of and provided updates & photos. our Daisy girl seemed to have a blast and has been exhausted since being home!”

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Emily D.
Sitter Profile Image: Bethany D.
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Bethany D.
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$55
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19711

“We were so satisfied with the care and service we received from Bethany. Our puppy Nala and her dog Star got along phenomenally. We received updates and photos daily via Rover as well as text messages from Bethany letting us know how Nala was doing. We will definitely be using her again whenever we travel. Thanks Bethany! ”

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Aaron P.
Sitter Profile Image: Kaycie D.
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Kaycie D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 259 reviews
102 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

“This was the first time we have ever left our Charlie without family and I couldn’t have been happier! Kaycie was amazing with sending updates multiple times a day along with photos. She kept me assured that her was eating and he even got to spend the week playing with other dogs. Kaycie genuinely cares for dogs and it shows from the second you meet her! I would highly recommend her and will definitely be using her again!”

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Jessica C.
Sitter Profile Image: Coleen D.
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Coleen D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 197 reviews
90 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“Coleen is an excellent dog sitter. She takes great care of my Yorkie Sophie and spoils her as if she was her own. I am very protective of my do and I can truly say that I can leave my dog with no worries about her care. I would recommend her to anyone.”

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Keysha R.
Sitter Profile Image: Joseph G.
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Joseph G.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 416 reviews
111 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

“Joseph is mainstay for our dog. He is our official home away from home. He takes impeccable care of our dog and our dog considers him family. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia M.
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Cynthia M.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
40 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“You just can’t get someone more kind, caring and perfect for your dog. Cindy was so good with our dogs Apollo and Jupiter. So many years of rescuing and working with dogs. Her knowledge about their needs and behaviors is priceless. She made them and us feel so comfortable. Thank you Cindy.”

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Patricia H.
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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

“Samantha was great! Rosie had never been around new people or other animals so we were a little nervous. However, Samantha kept us updated, sent pictures and Rosie looked very comfortable and happy! This eased our minds greatly. She came home with a business as usual attitude. We would definitely use Samantha's services again.”

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Lee M.
Sitter Profile Image: Lillyanne D.
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Lillyanne D.
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$80
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

About: Extremely flexible! I'm experienced in taking care of cats, dogs, turtles, bearded dragons, and fish. I would love to give your furbaby the best care possible! I am a recent graduate from the University of Delaware. My schedule is pretty flexible this summer, I am extremely communicative & love to care for pets. I live with 2 dogs & 2 cats. The cats & dogs are separated. I am very patient with animals! I am also extremely diligent with their care such as cleaning food/water bowls, scooping poop, changing pee pads, following feeding/medication schedule, and playing with animals.

Sitter Profile Image: Dan K.
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Dan K.
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$52
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
15 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

About: I’ve have been a dog owner all throughout my life. I currently have a golden retriever that is three year old named Steve. I know level 1 and level 2 dog training techniques. And enjoy taking dogs for long walks to get their energy out. I live five minutes from my job and can come home if needed and never work weekends. My wife works from home 3 out of 5 week days. I have a large fenced in yard (.75 acres) and a dog friendly golden retriever named Steve. I have an extra crate available if your pet needs crating.

Sitter Profile Image: Corey C.
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Corey C.
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$60
per night
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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Marlies B.
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Marita & Irakli M.
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$50
per night
8 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

About: While we currently do not have any pets in house‚ we previously had a cat for many years. We have tons of dogs amongst our extended family who we have cared for the last few years. I work fulltime so my family and I would love to care for your pet over the weekends and holidays! My husband and two daughters guarantee your pet will have as much fun as you will while you are away! We have a fenced in yard but will also love to walk your dog if that is what they are used to. In our extended family we have small and large dogs and dogs from young to seniors so we are ready to care for your pet at any age.

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Geosselyn D.
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$53
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
4 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Elkton, MD, 21901

“Geosselyn is friendly and very kind. She gave me frequent updates with photos/video to let me know how my dog was adjusting at her home. My small Maltese truly received excellent, personalized care. I highly recommend Geosselyn and will place my dog in her care again!”

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Samuel T.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Bear is $55

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Sandra is absolutely wonderful! I had no doubt Stella was in good hands with her during her stay. She provided frequent updates and photos. I highly recommend her!

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Kajal B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Wonderful time as always! Blue had an amazing time and Totiyana was communicative and informative! Highly recommend having her watch your pup

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Chase G.
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We won’t leave Tucker with anyone else but Latoya! If we have to, we would change our plans to meet her schedule. She takes such great care of him!

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JoAnn M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Claudia is the best! My pup loves spending time with her. I love that Claudia keeps me updated and in the loop with updates and pictures (:

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Jennifer M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Susan was the best and provided my pups with the most comfortable and amazing stay. If I need to board my pups again I will be sure to choose Susan!

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Jannya S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Clear communication, attentive, and quick responses! My dog seemed to have a great time with Brielle. Got daily pictures which I appreciated. Will definitely be coming back.

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Erha A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This is the second time we have used Elisabeth. Her and her family are so sweet and treat the dogs they watch like their own! She watched our dog for 2 weeks which is the longest we’ve been apart, and Elisabeth was amazing with sending us pictures and updates. It made us feel so much better! We will definitely book again!

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Allie N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Edgar was awesome!! Day was right at home as soon as he got there. He loved having a friend to play with during his stay. We received great updates with pics. Perk for me is he’s right around the corner. I’ll absolutely be using him again.

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Lauren T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lynda was great. Will definitely use her again . So glad I found her . Mick my dog really liked her and her dogs.

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Judy P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nancy was great! She was very attentive to my puppy, and kept me updated with lots of pictures and videos when I was away.

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Angel M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Veruchka was nice enough to do a last minute booking. When I picked Cardi up she was very happy. I could tell she must of been playing a lot. Also got a lot of pics of Cardi. She has an adorable 3 year old that Cardi seemed to really have fun with. Will definitely be booking with her again.

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Faith B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarahdienne was great! Great communication, made sure my dog is happy, and I got daily video updates. My dog had a great time! Will be coming back for sure.

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Erha A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Blue had an amazing time! Was taken care of and well loved. Multiple walks and playtime were amazing for him! He was definitely tired after he got back which was so awesome. Nicole made sure to take care of him in an extremely professional manner. Would definitely recommend Nicole and be using her in the future

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Chase G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Patricia was great with our 1 year old dog who can be a little shy and difficult. Patricia took great care of her and was very attuned to her needs. Highly recommend Patricia! We'll be booking with her again.

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Alison G.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Bear is $38 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $56 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 941 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Bear. 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.

95% of sitters in Bear 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 Bear 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 Bear.

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 Bear. On Rover:

  • 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% 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 Bear 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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