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“Angela took such great care of my pup Gilly! She was super responsive and sent consistent updates throughout the day. In every photo I could tell that Gilly was comfortable and having a great time. Would definitely trust Angela to watch Gilly again!”

“Dohwee was amazing! Our pup was immediately excited when we did a meet and greet, you can tell Dohwee is a dog person! He gave us great updates and made sure to ask questions and our dog was happy to see us but also clearly would have been fine staying with Dohwee longer 😂”


“Jeongeun was amazing! Bruno was so well taken care of for the entire weekend he was with her. She is very caring and communicative. We couldn’t be happier and felt so reassured with Jeongeun! Thanks so much!”


“Our dear Anna and Yoshiyuki once again were the best caretakers of Atlas that we could have ever asked for. We were on vacation abroad for over two weeks and there was not a single second when we had to worry about Atlas's well-being as we constantly and consistently got photo and video updates from Anna throughout each day. We could clearly tell Anna and Yoshiyuki loved her as if she was their own. We know Atlas already misses them and is looking forward to seeing them again. Thank you very much!”


“Jieming and his wife went above and beyond to make my dog feel comfortable at his home. I was able to go on my trip stress-free because I received updates frequently. He is also a very responsive and prompt communicator and trustworthy caretaker.”


“Tae was available on short notice to keep my baby during a family trip. She sent tons of pics and updates which I very much appreciated and my baby seemed to very much enjoy herself during her stay with Tae! Would definitely recommend her taking care of anyone’s sweet fur babies! Her dog, Udon, was so cute and sweet as well!”


“Lauren was amazing! She was so good with my dog Jango. We did a meet and create and she was very accommodating to Jango’s needs and was super responsive. While I was away, she sent me great updates on him and communicated whenever she had any questions. Would absolutely book with her again!! Highly recommend Lauren!”


“So happy with the service Duncan (our golden doodle got)! Jess kept us updated daily with pictures and texts. He seemed to go on lots of walks and had lots of company with other canine friends as well as their adorable girls! Will definitely be using Jess again!”


“Angelica was wonderful with our 9 year old but puppy at heart dog. We appreciated how she treated just as if he was one of her own-he was really at a home away from home-and that she communicated often and responded quickly. He will be returning his new favorite person soon.”


“Alan and Ying took care of our dog like their own. From drop off to pickup everything was smooth and easy to communicate. We were updated daily with messages, photos and videos. We cannot be more then happy and will definitely leave our dog with them again.”


“Dana and Nia were very warm and welcoming upon meeting during drop-off. They provided daily updates, including Layla's well-being, how she settled right in and warmed up to them. When I picked Layla up from their house, it was abundantly clear how well cared for and happy she was. I would absolutely reccomend them for your dogsitting needs in the future.”


“Couldn't have asked for a better experience! Rob was very professional, kind and accommodating, and kept us updated on Lilly's status the entire time we were away. She got plenty of exercise and seemed right at home with him and his dogs. Thanks, Rob! :)”


“Jack had a great time! Came home happier than he has been since our older dog died in early Dec. He had so much fun & doggie activity that he napped from 4-11 then got up to eat dinner!!!”



“Delayni was great!!! My dog is reactive and she knew how to care for Toro. I highly recommend Delayni!! She has two young kids so your dog should be super friendly with kids.”


“Eric was quick to respond and agreed to watch Wally at the last minute, which was super helpful. He was attentive to Wally's needs and sent photos throughout the day, keeping us updated on his stay. Eric has a super cute dog who seemed easygoing even when Wally got a bit exciteable at pick-up/drop-off. We would absolutely have Eric watch Wally again. Thank you!”


“Hannah was utmost in prompt and clear communication before and during the boarding and in the process of picking up the dogs! They were safe and sound during our trip and returned home happy and healthy. They got lots of outdoor play time and she adhered to all the details of their care. I look forward to hopefully boarding the dogs with her again in the future!”

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Angela Z.

“Angela took such great care of my pup Gilly! She was super responsive and sent consistent updates throughout the day. In every photo I could tell that Gilly was comfortable and having a great time. Would definitely trust Angela to watch Gilly again!”


Dohwee K.

“Dohwee was amazing! Our pup was immediately excited when we did a meet and greet, you can tell Dohwee is a dog person! He gave us great updates and made sure to ask questions and our dog was happy to see us but also clearly would have been fine staying with Dohwee longer 😂”


Jeongeun J.Star Sitter

“Jeongeun was amazing! Bruno was so well taken care of for the entire weekend he was with her. She is very caring and communicative. We couldn’t be happier and felt so reassured with Jeongeun! Thanks so much!”


Anna W.Star Sitter

“Our dear Anna and Yoshiyuki once again were the best caretakers of Atlas that we could have ever asked for. We were on vacation abroad for over two weeks and there was not a single second when we had to worry about Atlas's well-being as we constantly and consistently got photo and video updates from Anna throughout each day. We could clearly tell Anna and Yoshiyuki loved her as if she was their own. We know Atlas already misses them and is looking forward to seeing them again. Thank you very much!”


Jieming C.Star Sitter

“Jieming and his wife went above and beyond to make my dog feel comfortable at his home. I was able to go on my trip stress-free because I received updates frequently. He is also a very responsive and prompt communicator and trustworthy caretaker.”


Tae H.Star Sitter

“Tae was available on short notice to keep my baby during a family trip. She sent tons of pics and updates which I very much appreciated and my baby seemed to very much enjoy herself during her stay with Tae! Would definitely recommend her taking care of anyone’s sweet fur babies! Her dog, Udon, was so cute and sweet as well!”


Lauren D.

“Lauren was amazing! She was so good with my dog Jango. We did a meet and create and she was very accommodating to Jango’s needs and was super responsive. While I was away, she sent me great updates on him and communicated whenever she had any questions. Would absolutely book with her again!! Highly recommend Lauren!”


Steven R.Star Sitter

“Steven took great care of our dog Graham for a three day stay. He sent us photos and updates throughout the stay and was very easy to communicate with.”


Jess M.
Star Sitter


“So happy with the service Duncan (our golden doodle got)! Jess kept us updated daily with pictures and texts. He seemed to go on lots of walks and had lots of company with other canine friends as well as their adorable girls! Will definitely be using Jess again!”


Angelica C.Star Sitter

“Angelica was wonderful with our 9 year old but puppy at heart dog. We appreciated how she treated just as if he was one of her own-he was really at a home away from home-and that she communicated often and responded quickly. He will be returning his new favorite person soon.”


Alan & Ying C.
Star Sitter


“Alan and Ying took care of our dog like their own. From drop off to pickup everything was smooth and easy to communicate. We were updated daily with messages, photos and videos. We cannot be more then happy and will definitely leave our dog with them again.”


Dana R.

“Dana and Nia were very warm and welcoming upon meeting during drop-off. They provided daily updates, including Layla's well-being, how she settled right in and warmed up to them. When I picked Layla up from their house, it was abundantly clear how well cared for and happy she was. I would absolutely reccomend them for your dogsitting needs in the future.”


Casey C.Star Sitter

“Casey took great care of our dog! We are so appreciative of how she looked after him. Knowing he was in good hands gave us such peace of mind!”


Robert A.


“Couldn't have asked for a better experience! Rob was very professional, kind and accommodating, and kept us updated on Lilly's status the entire time we were away. She got plenty of exercise and seemed right at home with him and his dogs. Thanks, Rob! :)”


Joseph & Alexandra C.Star Sitter

“Jack had a great time! Came home happier than he has been since our older dog died in early Dec. He had so much fun & doggie activity that he napped from 4-11 then got up to eat dinner!!!”




Delayni S.Star Sitter

“Delayni was great!!! My dog is reactive and she knew how to care for Toro. I highly recommend Delayni!! She has two young kids so your dog should be super friendly with kids.”


Eric S.Star Sitter

“Eric was quick to respond and agreed to watch Wally at the last minute, which was super helpful. He was attentive to Wally's needs and sent photos throughout the day, keeping us updated on his stay. Eric has a super cute dog who seemed easygoing even when Wally got a bit exciteable at pick-up/drop-off. We would absolutely have Eric watch Wally again. Thank you!”


Sarah A.

“Sarah and family were an awesome host. Winnie was very comfortable, was treated and well taken care of. Would recommend Sarah for your pet sitting needs.”


Hannah D.Star Sitter

“Hannah was utmost in prompt and clear communication before and during the boarding and in the process of picking up the dogs! They were safe and sound during our trip and returned home happy and healthy. They got lots of outdoor play time and she adhered to all the details of their care. I look forward to hopefully boarding the dogs with her again in the future!”


Anika G.

“Anika was amazing with our Labrador! She took her for long walks or swimming in the lake . Thank you so much Anika, for your care and updates!”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Dover.
Rover makes it easy to find Dover pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
