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Sitter Profile Image: Richard & Sandra W.
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Richard & Sandra W.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
175 reviews
84 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Guilford, CT, 06437

Richard and Sandra watched our dog for two weeks and were wonderful. The fenced-in yard was perfect for our dog. They sent us regular updates so we knew our dog was being well cared for, and she was healthy and happy when we picked he upr. We highly recommend them!

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Britanny B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
23 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Madison, CT, 06443

Brittany is very sweet; my dog liked her right away. So did my husband and I! She is extremely accommodating and flexible. When we went to meet her she showed us her yard and took us inside to see her house and meet her dog. While we were away she sent daily photos which was wonderful. From them we could tell our dog was having fun. Brittany send home a very happy pup along with gifts of a new bandanna and a bag full of treats. In all ways she went the extra mile. We were very pleased with this dog sitting experience!

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Maria D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
158 reviews
81 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Meriden, CT, 06451

Maria was an angel ?! She helped me with my baby Callie(who's really 9) while I worked back to back 12 hour shifts and my Mom was in the hospital. Mom's Callie Mama2 and is usually with her when I work. I can't say enough wonderful things about Maria and her care of my Callie. I would definitely recommend Maria to care for your beloved pet. Thank you to Maria and her family from me and Callie.

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Christine V.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
222 reviews
90 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middlefield, CT, 06455

Christine has watched our almost blind special needs shih tzu a number of times - most recently last night. Our little girl is a recent rescue with severe separation anxiety so we are always nervous about leaving her. Christine is simply AMAZING with her and we are so grateful to have found her on Rover. She is easy to work with, great communication, and sends the most adorable photos and updates to put our minds at ease. We highly recommend her and will definitely be booking with her for our future needs. Thanks again Christine and Jax!!!

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Josh A.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
211 reviews
60 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Cromwell, CT, 06416

Ginny had an absolute amazing time with Josh and his pups! I was nervous leaving her since it was her first time spending the night with someone who wasn't family but he was amazing at keeping me updated on how she was doing and sending photos. I highly recommend him and I'm sure Ginny will be back for more sleepovers or doggy daycare!

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Mark B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
734 reviews
348 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wallingford, CT, 06492

This was our first time using Rover & our puppy’s first boarding experience. Mark was fantastic. Our puppy came home very happy and I think he made a new best friend “Reggie.” We will definitely use Mark again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brittany W.
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Brittany W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
16 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lebanon, CT, 06249

Brittany is amazing. She literally will treat your pet like her own and spoils them like they should be ❤️ I know my husky loves staying with her and she is my go to person! He even got a toy for Christmas. He gets so much exercise and love. Thank you Brittany!

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Bruce B.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
505 reviews
214 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Woodbridge, CT, 06525

Bruce and Caroline took excellent care for my pup while I was away. They were incredibly quick to respond to my messages, and updated me regularly with pictures and notes. I will definitely be using them again without hesitation!!

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Anthony Q.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
532 reviews
205 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Hamden, CT, 06514

Just wanted to say, we had an amazing experience with Anthony! Blaze was exhausted… we received pictures and videos everyday! And he was very accessible… when ever we needed him… or had a question! We will be using him again very soon. Definitely recommend his services. The Fox’s #5stars

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Laura G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
34 repeat clients
18 years of experience
East Haddam, CT, 06423

Laura was excellent. She has a wonderful home for dogs and it almost felt like dropping my pup off for summer camp. He came back looking happy too. Laura was friendly, punctual and asked good questions on how to take care of my dog.

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Kathleen D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Watertown, CT, 06795

We had a great experience with Kate! Our dog, Sampson, stayed in her home and was very well cared for. Communication was easy and consistent, and we felt completely comfortable knowing our pup was in good hands. Sampson is pretty easygoing, but it was clear he was treated with attention and kindness. We will definitely book with them again.

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Kevin & Brian C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Rocky had a great stay with Kevin and Brian! He came home nice and tired from all his playing and he was cared for well! This was our second time with Kevin and Brian and we recommend them for any of your fur babies!

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Cassandra F.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Hamden, CT, 06518

We were very nervous to leave our Zeus with someone we haven’t met before but Cassandra made us feel so at ease in her beautiful home. Zeus did so great and it was great that Cassandra sent updates and picture and video of our boy. Highly recommend!

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Araceli & Uciel C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
11 repeat clients
17 years of experience
New Britain, CT, 06051

Araceli and Uciel did a fantastic job of watching my dog for a week. They took such wonderful care of him and sent pics\videos with updates every day. It was clear he had a grand time playing with their two dogs and being spoiled rotten. I will definitely be using them again when I go out of town.

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Will H.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
5 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Meriden, CT, 06451

Will was wonderful. He was extremely flexible with meet and greet, drop off, and pick up times. He was helpful at drop off with handling of dogs and supplies. He provided pictures of stay too. All around pleasant and professional.

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Jennifer M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
36 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Watertown, CT, 06779

My puppy was very happy to stay with Jenn. I loved getting updates and photos. I felt secure leaving my precious dog with her. I interviewed other sitters and correctly knew Jenn would be great. She was!

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Alan & Luis B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
179 reviews
83 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Bloomfield, CT, 06002

Alan & Luis took great care of my dog. She enjoyed lots of play, snuggles and naps. They sent pictures every day! I highly recommend Alan & Luis!

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Maggie L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
19 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Rocky Hill, CT, 06067

Maggie is super friendly and accommodating and did such a great job with my high energy Vizsla pup! Will definitely be booking with her again!

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Anne-Marie I.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
15 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Branford, CT, 06405

My mom's puppy was in her arms looking very happy! We received updates which was wonderful She was very accommodating and we hope she's available again because it was our puppy's first time away and Anne made this experience easy

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Sitter Profile Image: Cruz Maria D.
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Cruz Maria D.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
401 reviews
257 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Simsbury/Avon/Canton/Hartford County, CT, 06070

Maria and her husband are every dog owners dream. She treated our Meeka like family, sent us tons of pictures every single day, and always responded so quickly when I texted to check in! This was our first time away from our pup and Maria explained everything to us in detail, talked about the other amazing pups that stay with her, and made Meeka feel so comfortable. Now she can’t wait to go see Maria and her husband! I’m recommending Maria to everyone from now on! The best of the best!!

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

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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Durham on Rover is $40.73 per night (as of August 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 August 2026, there are 972 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Durham. 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.

97% of Durham 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 Durham 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 Durham 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 Durham.

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 Durham 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 CT 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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