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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
202 reviews
83 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

Milo really loved being there with Jenny and her three dogs. He had amazing playful time. Jenny was providing updates everyday and was very responsive. Will defn rebook.

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Sitter Profile Image: Olinda F.
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Olinda F.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“I can’t thank Olinda enough for the amazing care she gave Ollie! From the moment we arrived, I could tell how excited and happy he was to be around her. Her warmth, attentiveness, and genuine love for dogs shine through. It’s such a relief to know Ollie was in such good hands.

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

Jen took very good care of my dog and I will definitely use her again to sit. She was very nice and communicated with me from the 1st meet-up and up until I picked Kobe up. Thanks again Jen

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Sitter Profile Image: Sureya E.
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Sureya E.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

I would definitely recommend Sureya to keep your pet. My Koda is very shy, barks at most people especially men ?. When I dropped him off he never barked. He went right to her. She’s very warm and inviting and i would absolutely rebook with her.

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Jilesa D.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
35 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

Absolutely wonderful first time experience! Jilesa made me feel very comfortable, and my puppy had a blast! Will definitely be bringing her back for another visit. 🥰

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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
102 reviews
33 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

We love love love Deanna she and her family take loving care of Ty. I am always pleased once I get my baby back. He loves staying at Deanna’s home. They love him as their own

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Sitter Profile Image: Alan C.
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Alan C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE, 19934

Alan, takes very good care of my dog Max! He gets along with his dogs as well. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooke J.
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Brooke J.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
27 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Felton, DE, 19943

Brooke was awesome with my dog. Being the first time she left with someone outside of our family member, she adjusted well and Brooke was great with her. Thank you Brooke for making me feel at ease with her being with you.

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Sitter Profile Image: Teresa D.
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Teresa D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
93 reviews
33 repeat clients
Frederica, DE, 19946

This was my first time leaving Chewie with someone that we didn’t know. Theresa made us both comfortable about my decision and Chewie had a great time. She is our new sitter and will definitely see her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Charles & Heather F.
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Charles & Heather F.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 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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Sitter Profile Image: Candice M.
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Candice M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
59 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South St. Georges, DE, 19709

Candace is wonderful! It was obvious she has an affection for dogs as soon as we, and our Boston, met her. She has lots of room for running and playing. She sent pictures several times showing how comfortable Pru was at her home. She took great care of her "houseguest". I have no reservations about recommending her, and we will definitely use her again when we are in the area.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooklyn L.
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Brooklyn L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
11 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Milford, DE, 19963

Brooklyn was wonderful to my two dogs. I was in town for business and traveling with my dogs. She took great care of them, played with them all day and made them feel comfortable stopping for the weekend in Delaware. I was traveling from GA to CT and this allowed me to relax would use her again when I return to town.

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Sitter Profile Image: Myra D.
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Myra D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
13 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

After meeting and greet, my dog was happy to see Myra. Prompt response on texts and great pictures from her. Very flexible with pickup and drop off times.

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Sitter Profile Image: Zackie T.
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Zackie T.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Magnolia, DE, 19962

Zackie was amazing with my pup! So many pictures to keep me updated (& to help with missing my pup too haha) and Bella returned happier than ever after playing with her new BFF for the week:)

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Sitter Profile Image: Jill & Thomas K.
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Jill & Thomas K.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
158 reviews
75 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

Jill and Thomas was amazing and so kind! They treated Kobie like their own and took great care of him. They were in constant with me throughout my trip and sent me many photos!! I would 100% board with them again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Chelsea R.
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Chelsea R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Frederica, DE, 19946

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of every kind since I was 10. Neighbors, friends and family have relied on me to walk, feed and bathe their pets. I’m a stay at home mom. I have two amazing kids! We all have experience in caring for dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs! I have about an acre of land fenced in on a no outlet street! I have a fully fenced in yard I am a Dedicated pet caretaker with 10+ years of experience caring for dogs and cats. Services include walking, feeding, bathing, grooming, administering medication, and fostering. Reliable and trusted by neighbors, friends, and family to provide loving care for their furry companions.

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Michele V.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
89 reviews
25 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Milton, DE, 19968

Mickey was a very gracious and thoughtful host for our year and a half old wire hair fox terrier. Mickey dealt with a small injury to Gracie‘s paw that occurred just before we dropped her off, keeping her front paw bandaged many times as Gracie decided she did not want to wear it. She also took Gracie for 2 1/2 mile walks, which is exactly what that breed needs. We absolutely recommend Mickey.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kari & Jospeh M.
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Kari & Jospeh M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
20 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

Piper had a great time at Kari and Joseph’s! She got to play ball with the kids and came home happy and tired — always a good sign. Definitely recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Yinali R.
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Yinali R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
13 years of experience
Milford, DE, 19963

10/10 recommend booking Yinali to care for your dog! She was such a joy to work with, from our initial communication on Rover, to the meet-and-greet, to all the thoughtful updates while our dog was staying with her and her husband. Our dog has special needs and uses a wheelchair, which can understandably make some sitters hesitant (and makes it hard for us to find him trustworthy care), but Yinali was incredibly accommodating and attentive to his needs. I knew right away that he was in great hands, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. We would 100% book with Yinali again!

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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
174 reviews
55 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

Emily was amazing with my furbabies, she made sure to be attentive to their every need. She treated my furbabies as her own, I was so please on all the photos that she sent me while I was away, to ease my separation anxiety, lol. My furbabies loved her, and I really, loved her set up and how she manages her time with each individual furbaby. Thank you so much Emily, for taking care of my furbabies, I would definately leave them with Emily again.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Dover is $50

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Olinda is the best! My dog loves staying with her. She has a quiet, peaceful home and a great backyard. Thank you!

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Sylvie R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

this is our second time booking krista, she's absolutely amazing! her sweet dog, MJ, & my puppy cuddled all the time! krista sent pics multiple times per day w/ frequent updates! would 100% recommend.

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Sadie T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Fantastic sitter! Sent pictures and updates, navigated my difficult dogs with ease. One of my dogs tried to stay she loved being with Chloe so much. Would give more stars but unfortunately the limit is 5.

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Cassandra Q.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This was the first time we were away from our puppy overnight. Chelsea kept us updated and spoiled her for us! She let us know how she was doing and sent lots of pictures! We would definitely use her services again in the future!

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Donald K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had several plan changes leading up to Poe's stay due to weather. Tasha was completely flexible and super nice about it. She sent pics and updates during his stay and made us feel like he was being well cared for and possibly even a bit spoiled. 😉 We will absolutely be booking with Tasha in the future!

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Courtney E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kahjae was absolutely phenomenal! He responded quickly to messages and even agreed to do a meet and greet with his pups and mine before we confirmed the booking. Kahjae was very kind and wanted the best for his furry guests. He kept us updated with how our dog was doing and kept us in the loop. Highly recommend him!

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Nathan B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Abigail and her family were great! She was very accommodating and I was able to book with her last minute. I received pictures and videos of Kash while I was gone. Which put me at ease because this was my first time booking with rover. Thank you Abigail for making my first experience the best!!

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Zaire M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kara is a wonderful pet sitter!!!! She is so animal friendly and flexible. We had a family emergency and Kara stepped in to watch our pets- it was such a relief to know the pets were safe and well taken care of. She is a blessing

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Carolyn S.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Dover on Rover is $43.29 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 215 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Dover. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

91% of Dover sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Dover landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Dover 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 Dover.

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.

You and your Dover 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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