Pet Sitting in Durham
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Top rated Durham pet sitters

“I highly recommend Rebecca! Everything went very smoothly and she made my family’s time away stress free. She took care of my two dogs and it was clear they were in good hands! She sent several pictures with her updates which was awesome!”



“Rachel helped me out immensely with a last minute booking for my 2 cats and I couldn't have asked for someone more responsive, reliable and caring. I highly recommend Rachel and will most definitely book with her again”


“Our cats love Brittany! She is incredibly attentive to them when she visits and seems to be very knowledgeable about how to care for and interact with cats. Thank you Brittany!”


“This was my first time using a sitter that wasn’t family and I’m so happy with how it went! My cat is very shy but he came out for Hailey so he was clearly comfortable with her. She got pictures too so I knew he was okay. Will definitely use her in the future!”


“Jade was wonderful! We had to change our travel plans and he was kind and very accommodating. He sent photos and detailed updates of his time with our dogs. He clearly loves animals and they respond in kind! We’ll definitely ask Jade to watch the dogs in the future.”


“Sara is the best! We got dumped with at least 7inches of snow and she still came to take care of Sherman! Sherman adores her so much he didn’t even miss us :) thank you Sara!”


About: Lifelong dog companion and animal lover. Insured, CPR and first aid certified through Pet Sitters International. I treat all pets as if they were my own. Here to provide care and affection to your loved ones when you cannot. Comfortable and experienced with spirited and spicy dogs of all sizes. I strive to make all walks engaging and enjoyable while treating all animals with empathy and respect. I will work on leash manners and basic cues with regular clients at your request, after we've had a chance to discuss your dog's vocabulary and quirks. Rescue and bully breed advocate. I've also cared for chickens, horses, fish, ferrets and more Full time availability, I work from home and have a flexible schedule. Weekend, and holiday availability. Extended adventure walks and hikes available for dogs with higher energy levels. Your pet’s safety comes first. I provide gentle care, respect your home’s cleanliness, follow routines, and offer warmth and attention so they feel secure and loved. I will follow all owner instructions to maintain your dogs training however, I use only positive reinforcement

About: I’ve had dogs in my life for as long as I can remember — growing up with a gentle (but giant!) Great Dane taught me early on how to care for big breeds with love and confidence. In my adult life, I’ve been the proud dog mom to spirited, lovable dachshunds, so I understand the quirks of small breeds too. My passion for pups even inspired me to start my own homemade dog treat business at just 10 years old! Over the years, I’ve cared for dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities — from energetic puppies to sweet seniors — and I’ve never met a dog I didn’t love! I am currently a part-time employee so I have more than enough time for check-in and walks during the week and boarding on the weekends! I have a fenced in pool area and a dog of my own that is well trained and loves a good cuddle. I am already in the routine of taking care of a dog, adding another is no hassle!

About: As a team we have a vast amount of knowledge and experience caring for animals between us. We are able to be very flexible since we work as a team. I(Sarah) have been working at a pet boarding facility for about four years. In the past year I got a job working as a groomer trainee, where I am learning to become a groomer. In addition to my professional development, I have fostered dogs and pet sat for family and friends. I currently own two cats and a 13 year old dog, in the past I have owned rats and a bunny. With this experience I have expanded my senior dog knowledge, young animal experience, and small mammal care. I am comfortable with all breeds, sizes, ages, and any animals that may require extra care. I(Emily) am committed to providing the best care for every animal under my care. I have had experience pet sitting for friends and family since I was 12 years old. I have had animals for most of my life, with experience owning rats, Guinea pigs, bunnies, fish, lizards, and frogs. Currently I have two young cats and a senior dog. I am comfortable with pets that may require some extra TLC as well as all breeds, ages, and sizes. I am devoted to ensuring your pet is safe and happy. New Service offered!!! “Wild Wednesdays” - let your dog unleash their wild side, we are now offering an hour long adventure filled outing where we will pick up your pup and bring them on a hike, picnic, beach trip or adventure of your choosing. To end the magical experience we will offer a delicious pup cup and endless belly scratches. Interested? Just book us for a walk and we will modify the booking, only $40 for the hour long experience. Since we are a team our schedule is very flexible. We can work most week days and weekends and we would be happy to discuss further about specific times and dates. We are happy to accommodate any and all of your pet needs. We know that every pet is a unique individual that has their own special requirements. We treat all pets under our care as if they are our own. We would be happy to use specific leashes, bowls, food, etc. Please let us know what we can do to make your pet have the most positive experience.

About: I’ve lived with dogs and cats my whole life! I grew up with a senior dog and cats in their late teens, and then got puppies and kittens that I’ve taken care of for over a decade. I’ve watched pets for friends and family, and while I’m new to professional pet care, I’ll treat yours with the same care I’d treat mine. I can fit pet care into virtually any time of most days. I’m a college student home for the summer, so I’m not very busy! I’m very gentle with my pets, and I like to treat them like a friend rather than another type of entity. I respect their boundaries and comfort, and like to see what would be best for them in any given moment. I’m always respectful of other people’s homes, always respect house rules, and am super careful of others’ property.

About: I've had dogs my whole life. They're such a big part of me and I absolutely love meeting them. I'll follow any specifacation you may have for your dog. I love taking walks and playing with them. I will also feed additional pets that you may have or clean yards if needed. I am currently in college in the afternoon for an few hours on monday through thursday. I can stay at the owner's house if needed. However, I can also do visits to feed and let out if that is more comfortable for the owner. I often like to go on walk with dogs I am taking care of, they are always on the leash on these walks. I also enjoy going out in the yard to play with them. I am not opposed to crates.

About: I have had dogs in my home since I was in fifth grade! My family and I currently own a dachshund:miniature pincher mix who is missing her back paw! My sister and parents also own large-breed dogs I also care for when they are out of town! I work remotely full-time and have the flexibility to work from any location! My schedule can fit yours and I am happy to accommodate your needs. I firmly believe that my dog and your dogs are a member of the family and should be treated with the same love and care as anyone in the home.

About: Many years experience of potty and crate training puppies. I have raised a St. Bernard, Husky, 2 Pomeranians, and currently have a BichaPoo. I even was able to assist my Pom Coco when she gave birth to her son. It was a beautiful moment. My schedule is very flexible and most days I work from home. Plenty of time to spend with your pet. If I do have to go into the office I will be gone no longer than 5 hours. In the evenings my husband and 4 kids (ages 15,12,7 & 7) are home as well. I have a fenced backyard and a lovable BishaPoo to play with your fur baby. Pets in our home are free to roam around our home. They are one of the family.

About: I have been taking care of my family pets since I was a child. I currently have a 4 year old cat and 3 year old lab mix (both of which I adopted at only a few weeks old). I have taken care of a large variety of neighbor pets in the past and have ample experience taking care of reptiles including turtles, snakes and lizards. My full time job is taking care of their human counter parts (as I am a physician). My schedule availability mostly incorporates weekends and nights as I work full time as an endocrinologist. Fortunately, my job does allow me to be available during most weekends. I am a reliable and trustworthy care taker. I have means of transportation to take an animal to get medical care if needed (or to bring to the park for a play date). Although I do not offer in home services, I have taken care of animals in the home setting multiple times.

“Christine visited my cat, Hewie, while I was away. She fed Hewie, played with him, and just generally made sure he was ok. Christine sent me pictures every day as well as text updates. Christine made my first experience with Rover super easy and I’ll definitely book with her again!”


About: I started out pet and house sitting for friends and family in high school, and have done so on and off since. A few years ago I started using pet sitting to travel. That has been great! I can administer easy meds. I’ve trained all my dogs. I have a lot of patience and care animals of all kinds and personalities. Availability: I work primarily remotely, so my availability is pretty flexible, but also based around family, travel, etc. Some weeks I will be working full or half days on site- I will let you know ahead of time. Please let me know what specific needs you and your pets have. I’m confident I can accommodate for most arrangements. For house sits I can come earlier, but for walks and drop in’s I’m available from 9 (maybe 8)am to 9pm Safety basics: Keeping food I myself would be tempted by, is always a good start! I can do dog cpr. I am comfortable giving most meds to most animals. My animals safety is of the utmost importance to me, and your pets will be the same. I will follow your rules, and go above and beyond to ensure their safety, comfort, and happiness- in and outside (where applicable) of the home.

About: I'm a stay at home mom with two teenagers. We have had lots of pets from dogs to bearded dragons. I have a big yard with lots of room to run. I love taking walks and hiking. I love the outdoors. I can give lots of attention to my little furry friends. When my kids are off to school I would love to spend my day playing with cute dogs. I go camping and boating lot. I have had dogs my whole life. My dog Jace was a beautiful yellow lab. He passed away a couple of years ago. I would love to get another puppy but waiting until our kids get older and I can spend more time with a cuddly companion. They will definitely make my day go by faster and a lot more fun then being alone.
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Rebecca F.Star Sitter

“I highly recommend Rebecca! Everything went very smoothly and she made my family’s time away stress free. She took care of my two dogs and it was clear they were in good hands! She sent several pictures with her updates which was awesome!”




Rachel T.Star Sitter

“Rachel helped me out immensely with a last minute booking for my 2 cats and I couldn't have asked for someone more responsive, reliable and caring. I highly recommend Rachel and will most definitely book with her again”


Brittany D.Star Sitter

“Our cats love Brittany! She is incredibly attentive to them when she visits and seems to be very knowledgeable about how to care for and interact with cats. Thank you Brittany!”


Hailey T.Star Sitter

“This was my first time using a sitter that wasn’t family and I’m so happy with how it went! My cat is very shy but he came out for Hailey so he was clearly comfortable with her. She got pictures too so I knew he was okay. Will definitely use her in the future!”


Jade W.

“Jade was wonderful! We had to change our travel plans and he was kind and very accommodating. He sent photos and detailed updates of his time with our dogs. He clearly loves animals and they respond in kind! We’ll definitely ask Jade to watch the dogs in the future.”


Sara S.Star Sitter

“Sara is the best! We got dumped with at least 7inches of snow and she still came to take care of Sherman! Sherman adores her so much he didn’t even miss us :) thank you Sara!”


Josh H.
“Josh is a wonderful and responsible pet sitter and owner. It’s clear that he has a genuine love for - and a lot of experience with - animals. If you're looking for a responsible and loving caregiver for your pet, look no further.”


Karlena G.
“Karlena has been a family friend of mine for many many years now. Every time we go on vacation she is the first and only person we ask. My dog and my grandparents dog absolutely adore her, even though my grandparents dog isn't that friendly. Karlena is genuinely one of the kindest souls I've ever met too. We've never ever had any problems with her and totally recommend her to anyone looking for an awesome dog sitter.”


Emily & Sarah W.
“Sarah and Emily are the most competent and caring pet caregivers I have experienced! They have cared for my 2 cats, Buddy and Peanut, on 4 separate occasions. We leave instructions and food out for them to make things easy and understandable, and each time, our cats are well cared for. We have a unique feeding situation as both cats have different anxiety and food needs, and they have been more than accommodating to this. I have been able to contact them for updates on our cats, as they are both rescues who are extremely anxious around strangers. I am met with understanding and compassion. They both ensure that Buddy and Peanut eat their food, are safe (as they are indoor only cats), and able to experience minimal anxiety. On multiple occasions, they have stayed for over an hour to wait for my cats to eat, as Peanut in particular is very anxious about eating. Overall, I trust no one else to care for my cats the way that Sarah and Emily have in the last couple of years!!”


Christopher N.
“Christopher is one of the most caring and attentive pet owners I’ve ever met. He constantly thinks about his dog and cats and how to best care for them and make them the happiest they can be. I love my pets deeply and wouldn’t trust many people to watch them, but always feel safe when he’s with them.”


Adam J.
About: I've had dogs my whole life. They're such a big part of me and I absolutely love meeting them. I'll follow any specifacation you may have for your dog. I love taking walks and playing with them. I will also feed additional pets that you may have or clean yards if needed. I am currently in college in the afternoon for an few hours on monday through thursday. I can stay at the owner's house if needed. However, I can also do visits to feed and let out if that is more comfortable for the owner. I often like to go on walk with dogs I am taking care of, they are always on the leash on these walks. I also enjoy going out in the yard to play with them. I am not opposed to crates.


Ebony C.
“Ebony is the best! She is fantastic with my large shepherd mix and golden lab! I trust her completely- she is attentive, punctual and loving! I would hire her again in a heartbeat. She has cared for dogs her entire life and you can certainly tell. Thank you, Ebony!”


Nickimmy H.
About: Many years experience of potty and crate training puppies. I have raised a St. Bernard, Husky, 2 Pomeranians, and currently have a BichaPoo. I even was able to assist my Pom Coco when she gave birth to her son. It was a beautiful moment. My schedule is very flexible and most days I work from home. Plenty of time to spend with your pet. If I do have to go into the office I will be gone no longer than 5 hours. In the evenings my husband and 4 kids (ages 15,12,7 & 7) are home as well. I have a fenced backyard and a lovable BishaPoo to play with your fur baby. Pets in our home are free to roam around our home. They are one of the family.


Meghan H.

“Meghan is amazing! She treats our pet as a family member. She always keeps you updated and takes adorable pics. I wouldn’t know what to do without her loving care.”


Ashley G.
“If you want someone to love and care for your fur baby like your own there’s no better person than Ashley! She has years of experience caring for dogs, cats and many other animals! I guarantee you and your fur baby will not regret having Ashley as your sitter!”


Shannon C.

“Shannon was excellent! I could tell she adored my cats and genuinely cared about their well-being while I was away. Absolutely would use again!”


Christine V.
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“Christine visited my cat, Hewie, while I was away. She fed Hewie, played with him, and just generally made sure he was ok. Christine sent me pictures every day as well as text updates. Christine made my first experience with Rover super easy and I’ll definitely book with her again!”


Carolyn M.
“Carolyn (aka Lizzie) took care of our dogs for nearly a month, through a different platform. I was nervous just to be away from them and asked, what I considered to be a somewhat unreasonable request, to FaceTime with her and our pups a couple times. She loved that idea and encouraged me to do so as often as I would like. She is a pet lover through and through, you can just tell. Our dogs were happy and comfortable with her right away and so were my partner and I. She left our home cleaner than we did and is definitely our go to next time we need a sitter.”


Katherine A.

“Kate was a great sitter and very well qualified, appreciated our Sammy, went above and beyond”


Jennifer H.
About: I'm a stay at home mom with two teenagers. We have had lots of pets from dogs to bearded dragons. I have a big yard with lots of room to run. I love taking walks and hiking. I love the outdoors. I can give lots of attention to my little furry friends. When my kids are off to school I would love to spend my day playing with cute dogs. I go camping and boating lot. I have had dogs my whole life. My dog Jace was a beautiful yellow lab. He passed away a couple of years ago. I would love to get another puppy but waiting until our kids get older and I can spend more time with a cuddly companion. They will definitely make my day go by faster and a lot more fun then being alone.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Durham on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $23 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 407 pet sitters in Durham. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of Durham pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Durham have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Durham.
Rover makes it easy to find Durham pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet 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 sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 407 pet sitters in Durham on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Durham, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 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 service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
