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Sitter Profile Image: Jenny M.
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Jenny M.
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$41
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 207 reviews
85 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“Jenny was perfect for our Mason she stayed In contact with us throughout the time he stayed with her and everything worked out perfectly we would definitely book her again and highly recommended her. She is great 😊”

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Jen C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 187 reviews
66 repeat clients
20 years of experience
SMYRNA, DE, 19977

“Jen was so gentle and encouraging to my dog; she provided a safe and nurturing environment. I was very pleased with that she gave periodic updates, with pictures. My dog made some new doggy friends. The socialization with other dogs was very good for him. I highly recommend Jen to care for your pet.”

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Gabrielle & Andrew F.
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$42
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1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

About: We have been a dog family for the past 11.5 years! We love our dogs so much! We have an 11 year old Australian Shepherd/Border Collie mix and a 2 year old Aussiedoodle. They are sweet and fun and love other dogs! We have 4 kiddos as well who love caring for the dogs including our 12 and 11 year old girls who love taking the dogs for walks! We are a homeschooling family so we are home most of the time and don't kennel our dogs at all while we are home! We have a huge fenced-in backyard that the dogs love to roam and run around in! Playing fetch in the back yard is a highlight in our home!

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Charles & Heather F.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

“It was a pleasure to have Charles and Heather. They were awesome and they kept us in the loop daily. Khloe was well taken care of. I would recommend them. Thank you all again.”

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Stacy L.
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Candice M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 132 reviews
60 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South St. Georges, DE, 19709

“This was Khloe's first time being boarded and what a great experience. Her first meeting with Candice went so well that when it came time for her to actually stay we were totally comfortable. Candice sent pics and kept in contact with us throughout Khloe's stay. I will definitely use her again.”

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Jill & Thomas K.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 162 reviews
77 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Jill and Thomas took amazing care of our boy Boo while we were on vacation. They we communicative and we loved seeing the little videos and photos they shared. They are our new go-to sitters!”

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Barbra F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 68 reviews
26 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Barbara did an amazing job taking care of our boy. She made sure he gets adjusted well. This was our first time with her. We now know where to keep him when we are away. There were regular pics being shared from her. We were at ease that he is in good hands. I definitely recommend her. Amenities at her place are amazing with a big yard for the pups to play and run around.”

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Kari & Jospeh M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 45 reviews
21 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

“Such a great experience. We had 3 dogs stay with them. Our dogs were treated great and with love. We definitely recommend using Kari & Joseph”

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Brittany F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Warwick, MD, 21912

“We had the absolute pleasure of having Brittany watch our Toby for extended stay while we were on vacation. From the first meet and greet, we were certain we made the right choice as it is apparent Brittany genuinely loves animals and pet sitting. Her beautiful home and farm is such a welcoming place for animals of all kinds and our dog even used the pool for swimming. We really enjoyed the daily pictures and updates from Brittany to put our minds at ease. She even gave our dog a bath at the end. Highly recommend Brittany if you are looking for a loving pet sitter!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily M.
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Emily M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 177 reviews
58 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

“Emily took great care of our pup while we were away! She was very quick to answer questions and sent picture updates, will definitely be using her again in the future!”

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Jilesa D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
37 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“Jilesa is an awesome pet sitter. She is attentive with my two dogs, especially the new member of the family Buttercup. Gave me updates on how my two dogs behaved. My dogs were happy. I really recommend her for your pet sitter needs.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mike B.
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Mike B.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 164 reviews
66 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

“Mike is very patient and absolutely took great care of my dog. He was very communicative, sent pictures and updates about my dog during the stay. I was happy to know my dog was happy and relaxed during the stay. Highly recommended!”

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Rackeem R.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
20 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Rackeem is a true professional. He’s knowledgeable, compassionate, detail-oriented, responsive, and kind. We love being able to leave our dog with him, always knowing she’s getting the best care and attention when we’re away. He also always leaves us with great care tips and suggestions. Thank you, Rackeem!”

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Molly M.
Sitter Profile Image: Deanna T.
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Deanna T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 103 reviews
34 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

“Deanna was absolutely amazing, and we will definitely be booking with her again! We left Remi with her for a week while we were on vacation, and it gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was being so well cared for. The daily texts and photos were such a wonderful bonus and made us smile every day. A special thank you to Deanna for being so patient, caring, and loving as Remi adjusted to being around other dogs and all the new sights and smells. We truly appreciate everything she did to make him feel comfortable and cared for. Thank you so much, Deanna—we couldn't have asked for a better experience!”

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Olinda F.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“Olinda was wonderful with my dog, she sent me lots of videos and photos the whole time and my pup was well cared for! I will definitely book again.”

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Justin & Stephanie W.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 191 reviews
69 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Elkton, MD, 21921

“Justin & Stephanie were so great with our big dog & our older dog. We loved how detailed they were during the meetup and how many pictures they sent us while we were away! We really felt like they were in good loving hands while we were away and they made our first rover experience awesome.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nikkita J.
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Nikkita J.
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$41
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
19 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Nikkita did an amazing job spoiling Teddy with affection while we were gone! I got daily pictures and came home to a super happy pup. Couldn't ask for more.”

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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

“Laura was a fantastic dog sitter! She was flexible with scheduling pick up/drop off, sent an update with a photo, and our pup seemed to have a great time with her. We will definitely use her services again!”

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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
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“Sandra is an excellent sitter! Our dog Chico was very happy to be with her! Definitely we will go back to her as needed and certainly highly recommend Sandra as a pet sitter!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Taryn D.
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Taryn D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
25 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

About: My name is Taryn and I have lived with animals all my life. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, birds, horses, fish, chickens, and small snakes. I have two young adult daughters that live at home and share the same passion as I do. I do have a 7yr old mix of my own that enjoys playing with others. If your dog happens to not be dog friendly, no worries; I provide in home dog care, drop in visits and dog walks! My home is clean, quiet, and pet proof. I have a large back yard with plenty of room for your best friend to run and play. We even have trails nearby where we can go on fun adventures! Pets will have free roam of the house so they don’t feel left out, after all they are apart of the family. Your pet(s) will never be alone or feel scared with me as their sitter. I work full time during the week. But I’m available weeknights for drop-ins, walks, and daycare. I’m available Fri-Sunday for the above as well as in home and in my home boarding. I have a large yard and a friendly dog for your pup to play with. If needed, I also have a crate. I don’t like crating my dog so prefer not to crate yours unless instructed by you for specific reasons. Of course they’ll be let out often to use the bathroom and have unlimited access to water. In your home, your pet will be let out when needed/scheduled if they have one, played with, and loved on. No matter where we are, my goal is to make your pet feel safe.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily was amazing. She listened very carefully to everything we needed since our pup needs a little extra care. The videos and pictures were great and let us know he was having fun. He had his own space and still got to play with the other dogs. She was careful to match him with other dogs at his energy level. Only note is that she does take a little to respond initially/during the day but that’s just because of how much attention the dogs are getting.

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Jared B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thelma was great with our dog Trey! As soon as he got to her home, he fit right in with her dogs! She showed us the areas he would be in while there ( which were secure) and made us feel comfortable about leaving him. Thelma sent plenty of pictures an communicated with us the whole time we were away. I would def rebook!

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Elyse W.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

It was a pleasure to have Charles and Heather. They were awesome and they kept us in the loop daily. Khloe was well taken care of. I would recommend them. Thank you all again.

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Stacy L.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

I have used Erin 2x now, and getting ready to book for the third time in less than a year. Each time she and her kids had my sweet ans hyper girl, I got pictures and updates daily on how she was doing. When we had a snow storm back in February, she even put her in the hoodie I sent so Hope could play in the snow. The roads were also not good, and Erin kept me posted of how they were in her neighborhood so that I could come when it was safe, all the while Hope was in great hands. As I said I'll be re booking for a third time, and really appreciate her taking such good care of my Hope.

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Ashley H.
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

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.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Clayton 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 Clayton.

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

You and your Clayton 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.

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