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Sitter Profile Image: Michele V.
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Michele V.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
89 reviews
25 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Milton, DE, 19968

Ellie had the best stay and did not want to leave! Michele provided exceptional care, did a fantastic job communicating and sent adorable picture updates. We felt like she was staying with a close family friend.

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Jessica R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
7 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Milton, DE, 19968

Jessica was great. She responded very quickly on very short notice. Felt very good dropping Leif off and Leif looked great picking him up. I would use this boarder again in the future.

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Patrick L.
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Megan W.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
9 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Lewes, DE, 19958

Megan was great with our Inca. I appreciate the detail and care she provided through responsive communication. It’s great to know we have someone a available when we travel to the Delaware shore. Thank you Megan and family! 🩷👩‍🦰👨‍🦱👧🐾

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Sylvia L.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Millsboro, DE, 19966

We were a bit apprehensive about leaving our 2-year-old Cavapoo, Ollie, with a sitter for the first time, but Sylvia put our minds at ease the moment we met her. She is incredibly caring and attentive. I loved receiving the photo updates showing Ollie happy and enjoying his stay—it meant I didn't have to worry about him at all! I can’t recommend Sylvia enough for anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter.

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Cynthia S.
Sitter Profile Image: Sandee W.
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Sandee W.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
11 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Milton, DE, 19968

My 2 girls were so happy with Sandee, i could not have asked for better care of my two spoilt pups! I am very grateful to Sandee for taking my girls for the afternoon, which freed us up to do the necessary things related to purchasing a home. I won't hesitate to go back to Sandee and trust her with my precious fur babies. Thank you Sandee!!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Barbara R.
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Barbara R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Milton, DE, 19968

About: I am a proud pup and kitty parent. I have been taking care of pets professionally sine 2005. I provide daily dog walking, doggie boarding and kitty pet sitting services in the Milton area. Fabulous references to attest to my quality care. Contact me for a free consult. I look forward to adding you to the Animal Lovers family! I accept dogs that are friendly to all dogs and humans. No aggressive behaviors. I also can only accept potty trained dogs. I can administer medications and only work outside the home part-time so can easily provide potty breaks and walks every 4 hours. My dog Benny is very friendly and loves doggie company! I am available for daily dog walking Monday thru Friday and petsitting 7 days per week. I am available for boarding as schedule permits as I only take 1 dog, dog family, at a time. I have a home in Milton with a 6 foot privacy fence. I have 1 pup, a Yorkie poo who is used to welcoming fun pup friends. I am never out of my home more than 4 hours when I have pup boarders. Your pup(s) is my priority and treated like a member of my family.

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Paige & Cameron D.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Georgetown, DE, 19947

Paige was great. She was available on short notice and was accommodating to a weird drop-off time due to bad weather. She was attentive to my animals needs and it was obvious my pup had a great time with her. She sent tons of pictures and videos and gave comprehensive daily updates. I would absolutely recommend this sitter and will be using her again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brenda S.
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Brenda S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
49 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Milton, DE, 19968

Brenda watched our dog for 10 days. She sent us photos while we were away and took great care of Cody. He enjoyed playing with her dog Gonzo and was very content when we picked him up. we will definitely have Cody stay with her again.

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Brooklyn L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
11 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Milford, DE, 19963

Brooklyn took amazing care of our pup, Cooper! She kept us updated throughout the entire stay and sent lots of pictures which we really appreciated. We were so grateful that Brooklyn was able to accommodate our last minute request and even make time for a meet and greet before the stay. Cooper loved spending time with Winnie and we felt so relieved knowing that he was in good company and felt right at home. Thank you, Brooklyn!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly G.
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Kelly G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Millsboro, DE, 19966

Staying with Kelly and her family was perfect for Eva. She and Kelly’s dog, Charlie had a great time together. Just as I had hoped, she was totally wiped out from all the running and playing.

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Sitter Profile Image: Yinali R.
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Yinali R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
13 years of experience
Milford, DE, 19963

10/10 recommend booking Yinali to care for your dog! She was such a joy to work with, from our initial communication on Rover, to the meet-and-greet, to all the thoughtful updates while our dog was staying with her and her husband. Our dog has special needs and uses a wheelchair, which can understandably make some sitters hesitant (and makes it hard for us to find him trustworthy care), but Yinali was incredibly accommodating and attentive to his needs. I knew right away that he was in great hands, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. We would 100% book with Yinali again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth C.
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Elizabeth C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Lincoln, DE, 19960

Libby was great with Chloe! We got pictures and updates regularly and Chloe even and a hat and scarf in some pictures! Huge fenced in yard to run around in! Lots of love and attention! Definitely will use Libby again!

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Morgan A.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Bridgeville, DE, 19933

Morgan truly enjoyed my babies and took amazing care of them! I’d book her again any time!

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Sitter Profile Image: Janice K.
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Janice K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
150 reviews
58 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971

Janice lovingly watched our 1-year old dog, Libby, as an overnight boarder for 3 weeks while on extended vacation. Highly recommend. Janice is super attentive, sent daily updated with even pictures of Libby playing and sleeping with other dogs. Upon return Libby was happy, well-groomed, and healthy. Thank you Janice! We will be back.

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Margie L.
Sitter Profile Image: Mary Sue C.
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Mary Sue C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
271 reviews
121 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971

There are not enough kind and positive words we can write regarding Mary Sue and the excellent and loving care she provided our dog, Ollie. As first time dog parents needing a boarding service, we were so fortunate to find Mary Sue on Rover. She sent detailed reports and photos each day during the week that we looked forward to and appreciated so much. Certainly helped put our minds at ease. Ollie most definitely enjoyed himself and we certainly plan to have him stay with Mary Sue again.

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Jermaine C.
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$20
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4.7 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Greenwood, DE, 19950

Jermaine was so accommodating for me as I book him for a last-minute work trip. Text me pictures and update as I was on my busy trip thinking of my baby girl. Definitely will utilize his services again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly W.
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Kelly W.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
37 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lewes, DE, 19958

Kelly was fabulous. Our Lacey really enjoyed being at her home. She had plenty of room to run and play. I loved that Kelly sent us pictures all weekend so we could see how she was doing.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooke J.
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Brooke J.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
27 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Felton, DE, 19943

I can tell my dogs felt loved and comfortable at Brooke’s house. The house has a securely fenced-in yard. Brooke kept me updated and reassured me that my sensitive dog Jazzy was not feeling abandoned.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amy A.
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Amy A.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Laurel, DE, 19956

Amy is amazing. She is kind and flexible and has done amazing job caring for Kalooki. We don’t have to feel guilty about leaving her behind because she is always excited to visit and has a great time either Amy’s family and the other pets to have fun with. Amy sends great photos and videos along the way that give us insights into her daily activities and friendships. She always comes home from her “vacations” exhausted in a good way, which is the best outcome of vacations for her humans too. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lori S.
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Lori S.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews
30 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Harbeson, DE, 19951

This was my first time using Lori and I was so impressed. I am so happy I found her for my two babies. After a horrible experience with a local boarding place she eased my fears and treated my dogs like her own . I will definitely use her again it made my trip less stressful. Thank you Lori ❤️

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Teresa S.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Ellendale is $50

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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Ellendale on Rover is $55.5 per night (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 189 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Ellendale. 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.

92% of Ellendale 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 Ellendale 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 Ellendale 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 Ellendale.

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 Ellendale 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 DE 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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