Pet Sitting in Durham
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1. Paul J.
“Paul is fantastic. My cat absolutely loves each visit with him. And I can relax with the peace of mind that my companion is being well cared for. Thank you Paul!”
2. Amy C.
“Amy took care of my two dogs whilst I was on vacation for a week. She promptly arrived every day at 7 am and 7 pm, fed the dogs, and took them for a walk. They were comfortable in their home and well cared for by Amy in my absence.”
3. Taylor J.
“Taylor is a fantastic pet sitter who I couldn’t recommend more! She was great with my two border collies. She really understood their needs and routine and was very responsive with communication and keeping me updated with pictures. I will definitely reach out to her again next time I go out of town. 10/10”
4. Kristin D.
“Kristin did a great job with my cat and handled the somewhat complicated instructions for getting into my apartment building perfectly! I appreciated her flexibility in accommodating timing needs as well.”
5. Kate S.
“Kate is a very sweet and amazing person, she was very nice with the cats and send photos every day, check their food and gave them their wet food every day! My cat that doesn't like people got a like on her! thank you so much for taking care of them I will book again in the future!”
6. Alex K.
“Alex took great care of my dog Beethoven! He was happy and healthy when I got home and Alex sent regular updates so I knew how Beethoven was doing the whole time I was out of town. Thanks!”
7. Kate L.
“Absolutely phenomenal. She answered in a pinch when I had to book last minute trips for work and was super helpful. Took plenty of photos and kept me updated, while also being willing to adjust the schedule when I needed it! 100% would use again because of her care for my pup, but her professionalism.”
8. Erin M.
“As first time rover-users, Erin put us at ease about leaving our dog in her care. She was open to our request for a meet & greet and was a great communicator. We are looking forward to using her services again!”
9. Zoey P.
“Zoey was amazing! One of my cats was unexpectedly injured requiring an Urgent Care visit while we were away and she took care of it despite the extra time and effort. She was calm, resourceful and communicative. She truely went above and beyond taking care of him and would trust her with anyones (pet) loved ones.”
10. Katie F.
“Katie is such a wonderful pet sitter! She is communicative, responsible, and caring. Moe loved his time with her and our family will be reaching out to her in the future to watch our furry friend.”
11. Julianna L.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs of every kind since I was in middle school. Neighbors, friends and family have relied on me to walk, feed and bathe their pets. I also currently have a chihuahua, dachshund, and 2 cats in my family home (in Florida) that I took care of the majority of the time before moving to Durham for college! I spend a lot of time at home and have a lot of flexibility in terms of being able to play and spend time with your pet! When caring for pets in my home or my client’s home, I make sure to make the pet as comfortable as possible — ensuring they have the space and attention they need. I enjoy keeping pets occupied whether that be playing with them, petting them, or letting them accompany me while I do work or chores.
12. Rachael W.
“Rachel is terrific. She took excellent care of our dog while we were away, and we highly recommend her!”
13. Rachel H.
“This is my third time booking with Rachel and I always feel at ease knowing she is taking care of my two cats! She is very thorough and sends detailed notes and lots of pics! Our cats are sometimes nervous around other people but they always quickly warm up to her and I always come home to very happy boys!”
14. Mylee G.
“Mylee has done a great job caring for my two golden retrievers and I will definitely use her again. She went above and beyond to clean up a big mess that my foster dog made, who clearly wasn't ready to be left out of her crate.”
15. David G.
“David was thoughtful, kind and thorough with our dogs. We came back from a long weekend to two happy, well, exercised dogs. Would absolutely recommend him again.”
16. Colby W.
“Colby did a great job with my cats and their care needs! She always sends detailed updates and pictures and I know my cats are well taken care of.”
17. Olivia L.
“Olivia really helped us out on short notice. She was very communicative and flexible with our schedule. Our dog loved having her check in, and I would definitely recommend Olivia to anyone!”
18. Alex P.
“Alex did a great job taking care of my sweet girl! He gave her the pills she needed and made it really easy to enjoy my trip knowing she was well cared for. He sent lots of pictures and also did me the bonus favor of watering my garden :)”
19. Bell D.
“Bell is outstanding! Vacations are nothing new to our cats, but this was only our 2nd time going on a big trip since we got our nervous rescue dog. How happy & relaxed our dog was when we got home, in contrast to our last vacation, almost made me cry. Bell is meticulous, caring, sweet, prompt, and incredible with communication. I could tell they would be in good hands the second I met her. I also know our pets would be over the moon to see her again (if she’ll have us next time). *HIGHLY* recommend her!”
20. Laura W.
“My dog loves her regular walks but is shy around strangers. I needed help while out of town and Laura was 110% reliable with walks and feeding, and most importantly, was really patient and won her over! Lots of wags for Laura!”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
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 Jun 2025 was about $20 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 Jun 2025, there are 923 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, 86% 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 6 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 923 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, 93% offer medication administration, and 86% 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.
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