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“Always so amazing with the animals. Lots of updates. Lost of pictures. She always makes sure to walk out dogs whenever she can. Very respectfully of our space and animals.”
“Jonas was very accommodating to our dogs needs. She was well cared for and we were kept well informed with lots of pictures of daily activities. They kept the house in great condition as well- even watered our many flower boxes and plants. Would definitely use Jonas again”
“Craig was great! He was very thorough and made sure he understood Millie's needs to best support her during his stay with her. I would highly recommend! He provided updates and made sure he had information in case of an emergency.”
“Jeanelle took great care of our girl Gretchen while we were out of town for a few days. Very communicative with us and attentive to our pup. Highly recommend!”
“Ayreal was amazing! She was super communicative and cared for our younger dog’s changing needs at every turn. She went above and beyond keeping our dog happy and our house in great shape while we were away. I couldn’t recommend her more and we will definitely use her again in the future!”
“Felicia took care of our home and 4 small dogs for a week. The dogs can be quite a handful and she did very well with them. Everyone was happy and bouncy upon our return home. Will book with her again without any reservations.”
“Meghan was a great dog sitter for my two pups! She maintained communication throughout, was always punctual, and showed great flexibility. Most importantly, she was incredibly kind and caring toward my dogs. I recommend her for anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate sitter!”
“Lynn took great care to give our pup lots of love during a long housesitting stay and gave regular updates on how she was doing. I also really appreciated that she left the house in great shape!”
About: I have grown up with animals in my entire family, always having to take care of them and take them on road trips with me so I have plenty of good experience! I’m currently a college student playing basketball in southern maine but don’t worry I still have plenty of time to take care of your pets!! I will respect all of your rules and take care of your fur babies perfectly and safely in your home and treat them as I would with my own!!
“Yvette was phenomenal. Our dogs received exceptional attention and care in our absence. Our Frenchie Hazy is paralyzed due to IVDD and requires medical care including bladder expressions. Ivette did an outstanding job caring for her, as well as followed all care instructions. Our home was left in better condition than when we left it. We will definitely hire her again to care for our pups.”
“Amber really helped us with a last minute overnight stay with our two girls! A friend was supposed to watch them for us and canceled at the last minute. Amber came over for a meet and free before work so we could meet her before we left the next morning. She kept in good contact with us and sent lots of photos so we knew how our fur babies were doing so we didn’t worry. She took great care of the house and very responsive! Would definitely recommend her and have her watch the girls again!”
About: I’ve been talking care of all types of dogs since I was 10. Started small with just family and around the neighborhood but as I got older I’ve had many people ask for me to pet sit or just bring their dog for a walk. Give their animal some love! I’m currently working a part time job and enrolled in college for nursing so college breaks and holidays work best for me. Although, come summer I will be able to have more flexibility due to not being away at college. Always wanting to get exercise and play with animals so if walking your dog or checking in is what you need then I’m the perfect person for that. I have an invisible fence that my puppy Lola uses. She is super friendly but very vocal. I’m in a safe neighborhood where animals are well loved. My backyard is huge with lots of space to run and a great pool that my dog loves to swim in. If we are at your home then I will make sure I am aware of the surroundings before so I can best accommodate for the safety of both myself and the animals.
About: I have owned my own dogs from puppies to senior dogs. I don’t have any professional pet care experience but I am very compassionate and love spending time with dogs! I am an avid hiker and outdoor lover so dog walking is a perfect opportunity for me. I work full time from Tuesday to Sunday so the Monday and Sunday are best for me. Anytime of day will work! Early morning during the week may also work. I will find safe areas to walk your dog and always clean up after them. I will also bring water and a portable bowl for them to drink from.
“Makaylah did a fantastic job taking care of my dog, Gunnar. I needed her last minute for a weekend stay when my usual pet sitter had a family emergency, and Makaylah was very responsive and immediately set up a meet and greet. She knows a lot about dogs and was instantly comfortable with Gunnar. She asked all the right questions and sent me frequent updates, which I appreciated. I came home to a happy dog and a clean house - what more could you ask for? I will definitely use her again, and can highly recommend her services.”
“Amanda was incredible - I have a quirky crew of pups and she took the time and effort to get to know them and understand their needs. I felt completely at ease leaving got my trip knowing they were in good hands. Will definitely be hiring her again! And loved all the sweet updates she sent. Thank you Amanda!”
“Aphtyn is wonderful with our dogs—patient, kind, communicative, reliable, and tidy. We’re lucky to have had her stay with them for a long weekend and will be sure to book her again in the future. She made everything easy and anxiety-free!”
“Kristina took plenty of pictures and kept us well informed about how the dogs were doing. She responded quickly to communication, and was easy to work with. We were happy with the care she showed and would employ her services again!”
About: I am my families pet sitter, need I say more, I absolutely love all animals, and I'm afraid of none of them, I've been around all breeds I work full time during the week but have weekends off, so I'm available for your weekend get aways to relax and not stress about your pets, I can also do early mornings and evenings. I have you covered I have 2 separate fenced in dog yards, I have a huge yard and live on a dead end street, also I've nursed several of my own animals back to health so if theres ever an issue that doesn't require a vet I work part time Monday through Friday, so im able to do drop ins both morning and nights during the week. Weekends are wide open I love the animals, make sure they are fed and fresh water, lots of play time, loves and cuddles. I want animals to love me like I do them
“Sarah was great! Sent pictures and was timely on her check ins with our two pups! Very patient and understanding with dogs who struggle with meeting new people. We will have her help again!”
“Ashley was great. She was easy to communicate with and took great care of our house and our dogs while we were away for the weekend! We look forward to using her as our dog-sitter again in the future!”
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Maricela T.
Star Sitter
“Always so amazing with the animals. Lots of updates. Lost of pictures. She always makes sure to walk out dogs whenever she can. Very respectfully of our space and animals.”
Kourtney J.Star Sitter
“Jonas was very accommodating to our dogs needs. She was well cared for and we were kept well informed with lots of pictures of daily activities. They kept the house in great condition as well- even watered our many flower boxes and plants. Would definitely use Jonas again”
Craig & Chelsea B.Star Sitter
“Craig was great! He was very thorough and made sure he understood Millie's needs to best support her during his stay with her. I would highly recommend! He provided updates and made sure he had information in case of an emergency.”
Jeanelle D.Star Sitter
“Jeanelle took great care of our girl Gretchen while we were out of town for a few days. Very communicative with us and attentive to our pup. Highly recommend!”
Ayreal Z.Star Sitter
“Ayreal was amazing! She was super communicative and cared for our younger dog’s changing needs at every turn. She went above and beyond keeping our dog happy and our house in great shape while we were away. I couldn’t recommend her more and we will definitely use her again in the future!”
Felicia H.Star Sitter
“Felicia took care of our home and 4 small dogs for a week. The dogs can be quite a handful and she did very well with them. Everyone was happy and bouncy upon our return home. Will book with her again without any reservations.”
Meghan M.
“Meghan was a great dog sitter for my two pups! She maintained communication throughout, was always punctual, and showed great flexibility. Most importantly, she was incredibly kind and caring toward my dogs. I recommend her for anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate sitter!”
Lynn B.
“Lynn took great care to give our pup lots of love during a long housesitting stay and gave regular updates on how she was doing. I also really appreciated that she left the house in great shape!”
Ryan F.
“Ryan is amazing with animals! I have personally seen him petsit and he has such a deep love for all animals which makes him the perfect fit for Rover!”
Ievet P.
“Yvette was phenomenal. Our dogs received exceptional attention and care in our absence. Our Frenchie Hazy is paralyzed due to IVDD and requires medical care including bladder expressions. Ivette did an outstanding job caring for her, as well as followed all care instructions. Our home was left in better condition than when we left it. We will definitely hire her again to care for our pups.”
Amber B.
“Amber really helped us with a last minute overnight stay with our two girls! A friend was supposed to watch them for us and canceled at the last minute. Amber came over for a meet and free before work so we could meet her before we left the next morning. She kept in good contact with us and sent lots of photos so we knew how our fur babies were doing so we didn’t worry. She took great care of the house and very responsive! Would definitely recommend her and have her watch the girls again!”
Isabelle G.
About: I’ve been talking care of all types of dogs since I was 10. Started small with just family and around the neighborhood but as I got older I’ve had many people ask for me to pet sit or just bring their dog for a walk. Give their animal some love! I’m currently working a part time job and enrolled in college for nursing so college breaks and holidays work best for me. Although, come summer I will be able to have more flexibility due to not being away at college. Always wanting to get exercise and play with animals so if walking your dog or checking in is what you need then I’m the perfect person for that. I have an invisible fence that my puppy Lola uses. She is super friendly but very vocal. I’m in a safe neighborhood where animals are well loved. My backyard is huge with lots of space to run and a great pool that my dog loves to swim in. If we are at your home then I will make sure I am aware of the surroundings before so I can best accommodate for the safety of both myself and the animals.
Alexandra G.
“Alexandra is an amazing person. She is so caring to people and especially animals. I have never seen so much empathy in someone before and Alexandra is the perfect kind of person to love and care for your furr baby when you need her to. She's also very responsible and really makes sure she is doing everything right when it comes to work but also things she does for herself. I have no doubt in my mind that Alexandra would be the best fit to care for your dog and I think your dog would agree too once they meet her.”
Makaylah C.
“Makaylah did a fantastic job taking care of my dog, Gunnar. I needed her last minute for a weekend stay when my usual pet sitter had a family emergency, and Makaylah was very responsive and immediately set up a meet and greet. She knows a lot about dogs and was instantly comfortable with Gunnar. She asked all the right questions and sent me frequent updates, which I appreciated. I came home to a happy dog and a clean house - what more could you ask for? I will definitely use her again, and can highly recommend her services.”
Amanda D.Star Sitter
“Amanda was incredible - I have a quirky crew of pups and she took the time and effort to get to know them and understand their needs. I felt completely at ease leaving got my trip knowing they were in good hands. Will definitely be hiring her again! And loved all the sweet updates she sent. Thank you Amanda!”
Aphtyn L.
“Aphtyn is wonderful with our dogs—patient, kind, communicative, reliable, and tidy. We’re lucky to have had her stay with them for a long weekend and will be sure to book her again in the future. She made everything easy and anxiety-free!”
Kristina J.Star Sitter
“Kristina took plenty of pictures and kept us well informed about how the dogs were doing. She responded quickly to communication, and was easy to work with. We were happy with the care she showed and would employ her services again!”
Jennifer H.
About: I am my families pet sitter, need I say more, I absolutely love all animals, and I'm afraid of none of them, I've been around all breeds I work full time during the week but have weekends off, so I'm available for your weekend get aways to relax and not stress about your pets, I can also do early mornings and evenings. I have you covered I have 2 separate fenced in dog yards, I have a huge yard and live on a dead end street, also I've nursed several of my own animals back to health so if theres ever an issue that doesn't require a vet I work part time Monday through Friday, so im able to do drop ins both morning and nights during the week. Weekends are wide open I love the animals, make sure they are fed and fresh water, lots of play time, loves and cuddles. I want animals to love me like I do them
sarah v.
“Sarah was great! Sent pictures and was timely on her check ins with our two pups! Very patient and understanding with dogs who struggle with meeting new people. We will have her help again!”
Ashley E.
“Ashley was great. She was easy to communicate with and took great care of our house and our dogs while we were away for the weekend! We look forward to using her as our dog-sitter again in the future!”
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How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets
2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away
3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
The median cost per night for house sitting in Durham is $65
Why Choose Rover?
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Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
Sitters in Durham average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Durham on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $65 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 503 house sitters in Durham. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Durham house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Durham have an average of 17 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Durham.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Durham house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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