Dog Boarding Durham
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“Diana was very accommodating and took great care of Penny. She sent regular updates and photos, which we appreciated. Penny seemed happy and well cared for when we picked her up and we hope to book with her again in the future.”
“My dog, Mowgli, had an amazing time with Jenessa! She shared videos and photos with me every day, which I really appreciated. I had absolutely no issues with her—she was reliable, caring, and communicative. I highly recommend her. Book her without a second thought!”
“We had a great experience with Chloe! She was professional, communicative, and most importantly, our dog clearly enjoyed staying with her. We felt totally at ease while we were away and would definitely recommend her services 🙂”
“Erika is a great dog sitter. She took good care of my dog and was flexible, communicative, and kind. My dog was relaxed and happy when I picked her up. I would definitely recommend this sitter.”
“Amazing!! I felt like Leslie really cared about my dog and he had a great time at Leslie’s place. Frequent update with cute pictures and videos of my dog and many play times!! Would definitely recommend Leslie with confidence :)”
“Jeanne always goes out of her way to accommodate my sporadic schedule. My pup really likes Jeanne and that says a lot since my pup can be wary of people (both strangers as well as people she has known for years).”
“Lexi and Victor watched our golden for a few nights. They were flexible when we needed to add an additional night, and provided regular updates and photos. Would recommend!”
“Our dog Maggie loved staying with Ingrid! Maggie doesn’t much like other dogs or animals but loves people and laps. Maggie was treated to plenty of walks and we had daily updates which were much appreciated. Ingrid’s set up and attention fit the bill!”
“My dog was well taken care of. She seemed happy to have spent time in such a wide open space. Eryn was great at sending photos and reporting on my dog's condition. We will try and us”
“Boarding our rescue dog, Liam, is a new experience for him and us. He's a 10.5 year old rescue who is well behaved with us but who can be reactive with strangers. We did a meet-and-greet with Elan and were impressed with her and the very nice, fenced yard. A trial daycare day also was reassuring, so we booked a 4 night, 5 day stay. Elan was terrific with Liam. She's clearly a "dog person" and was able to make Liam feel comfortable. She kept in communication with daily pictures and impressions. She always promptly responded to questions. Liam was happy to see us after his stay, but also appeared comfortable at Elan's house. Elan gave a nice and reassuring report on his behavior. He obviously felt comfortable with Elan, her dog Ube and with the other dogs receiving day-care. There were no concerning or aggressive behaviors from or to him. We anticipate reaching out to Elan for further boarding stays.”
“Hope was an amazing sitter. She was very communicative and sent many pictures of my pet. She sent reminders of care prep for the holiday fireworks. İ could tell my dog really enjoyed himself.”
“Diana was responsive and so great about sending pics and videos of our pup Calvin! Her setup was perfect for a highly energetic puppy, and he came home happy and healthy. We’d definitely book again!”
“Jessi and her family are so wonderful! This is the second time Jessi’s watched our dog and we can’t say enough wonderful things about her. She goes above and beyond. We hope we’re lucky enough to have her babysit again.”
“Tayana was great! She took care of our "Bear" with lots of love and with the same house rules as our home. She sent us updates and pictures of their walks, and he looked so happy and relaxed. We will definitely use Tayana again for our boarding services and highly recommend her for your pet needs.”
“So thankful and grateful for discovering this Rover App and finding Diahann H. to take care of my dog Kapono(15+yo male Maltese) while I was out of state for 12 days. Prior to finding Diahann, I was looking at a few commercial boarding facilities which boarded 10-100 animals at a time. I was worried and concerned for my dog as this was his (and myself) first time experiencing boarding. Diahann specializes in taking care of small dogs, up to 4 at a time including her dog making 5 maximum. Their home is so peaceful and homely feeling, not like your commercial public boarding facilities. Diahann and her husband Curtis are such loving, warm friendly and excellent care takers. I knew from my first visit, to take a look at their home environment, that this was the perfect place for my dog Kapono. Every day I would receive pics and text messages on how he was doing. It sure gave me a peace of mind that he was in good hands. I would recommend Diahann in a heart beat with no hesitation!!! Now I know where to take my dog to in the future.”
“Our dog woody is a handful and Quinten was amazing! He really made woody feel loved and cared for while we were away on a trip. He sent videos and pictures and responded anytime I reached out. Would absolutely recommend. We can’t thank them enough!”
“Our little Milo had a great vacation of his own while we left him with Wendy and her family. He was spoiled to play with other dogs, loved on and was so well cared for. I would highly recommend asking Wendy to look after your pet and we will be using her again when we travel. Thank you Wendy.”
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Durham
Kelsy was absolutely wonderful with our dog, Jax! She is incredibly caring, compassionate, and responsible, truly loving him as if he were her own. Her attention to detail gave us total peace of mind. Jax returned home happy, healthy, and safe. The pictures and videos she sent showed him living his best life on her beautiful land. We couldn't have asked for a better sitter!
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
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.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 WA 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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