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Sitter Profile Image: Nikki G.
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Nikki G.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 88 reviews
19 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Saint Leonard, MD, 20685

“Logan was very well cared for at Nikki's. He got along great with her dog and her cats! He appreciated games of fetch, steal the shoe and sleep on the bed!”

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Jeanette H.
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George S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
9 repeat clients
19 years of experience
St Leonard, MD, 20685

“My Puppy really enjoyed being spoiled by George with allowing him to lay on the bed...lol George was really great with my puppy... he provided text messages and videos of my puppy playing with his two dogs that he got along with. He was very professional and caring as well. I highly recommend him!”

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Rhonda B.
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Onayda P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 568 reviews
311 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Owings, MD, 20736

“Sweet heart. She was very accommodating, even with all of the changes to our dates. We will definitely be back every time we come to El Paso and need pupper housing.”

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Elizabeth G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
13 repeat clients
30 years of experience
HUNTINGTOWN, MD, 20639

“This was my dog’s third stay with Liz. Everything went great and I will book with Liz the next time I need to go out of town. It’s nice to have a pet sitter I trust and can rely on.”

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Amelia P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Chesapeake Beach, MD, 20732

“Amelia is very kind and communicative. She was able to send me updates and photos throughout the duration of my dog’s stay with her. Highly recommended and would use her services again!”

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Damon G.
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Aaron & Tia M.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
17 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Clinton, MD, 20735

“Since I travel often with Owner of Vacation Envy International, as her Assistant with travel groups; this was Bella's 4th stay since July. She will be back again next month as well. Aaron and Tia take amazing care of Bella and she loves her time there. She doesn't even say goodbye to me when I drop her off. Lol. The best part is that she comes home exhausted and will sleep for a day or two. HA.”

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Tiffany A.
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La Tasha T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
27 repeat clients
30 years of experience
WALDORF, MD, 20601

“La Tasha is a great sitter. She is very sweet, kind and friendly. Communication is excellent , she kept us informed and is very responsive. I definitely recommend her services, you won't be disappointed.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Bianca T.
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Bianca T.
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$37
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 146 reviews
85 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Sunderland, MD, 20689

“Bianca is very great with my doge and they are so comfortable with her. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a great sitter. I have used her on several occasions and never had a problem.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kerri L.
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Kerri L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lusby, MD, 20657

“Kerry and her family took amazing care of my dog Briggs while I was out of town. I got loads of adorable pictures, and he was returned groomed and fluffy with a new bandana. I highly recommend them and will be reaching out again when I travel.”

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Angela K.
Sitter Profile Image: Donna & Brian G.
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Donna & Brian G.
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$43
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 116 reviews
53 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774

“Very pleasant and inviting! Cared for my big boy Adonis like he was her own. I really appreciated the video and photograph check-ins throughout his stay with her. It was definitely comforting with it being my first time leaving him with a sitter. I definitely recommend her home and her care for your fur babies!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Yiqiuxi & Nick L.
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Yiqiuxi & Nick L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 78 reviews
31 repeat clients
15 years of experience
White Plains, MD, 20695

“Yiqiuxi & Nick L were wonderful sisters for our dog Aries. They had a large yard to allow for exercise and play. Their care was obvious in Aries appearance and actions.”

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Linda W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 128 reviews
47 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lexington-Park, MD, 20653

“Linda was great with our dog! She was very responsive and sent pictures. We could tell he had a blast with her dogs, as he napped the entire evening when we brought him home.”

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Monica L.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 123 reviews
32 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Cheltenham, MD, 20623

“Monica was very attentive and patient with questions I had and with Marley in her care! You can tell that she is a very caring pet mom. I received pictures and a detail daily report of Marley’s stay and activities. I was comfortable with leaving Marley with Monica and his new playmates.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Chris G.
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Chris G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
9 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Dunkirk, MD, 20754

“Chris was wonderful with my Labradoodle, Rambo! He made him feel right at home and kept him happy and playful the whole time. I could tell he was well cared for and loved. I’ll definitely book with Chris again!”

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Rena L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 82 reviews
27 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Waldorf, MD, 20603

“Rena was great. She sent photos every few hours and was very communicative. She took great care of our new puppy and we couldn’t have been happier.”

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Zulma G.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Cimton, MD, 20735

“I can’t recommend Zulu enough! She took such wonderful care of my dog while I was away. She was so attentive and sent updates, making sure my furry baby felt happy and comfortable the entire time. I’ll definitely reach out to her again the next time I need a sitter.”

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Matthew Y.
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$50
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10 years of experience
Mechanicsville, MD, 20659

About: Your pet's safety, comfort, and well-being are my top priorities. I have professional experience working as a dog handler with detection canines, which has given me hands-on experience with canine behavior, handling, safety, and maintaining a structured environment. I understand that every pet has a different personality, comfort level, and set of needs, and I take the time to provide appropriate care for each pet entrusted to me. Safety is always the priority for your pet, my family, other animals, and anyone interacting with your pet. I believe good boarding should provide owners with peace of mind knowing their pet is being cared for by someone who is attentive, responsible, and experienced around animals. Pets are housed in a secure, indoor, climate-controlled kennel area where they can remain comfortable regardless of the weather. They also have access to a fenced outdoor kennel area that provides additional space, fresh air, and shelter from the elements. I provide a clean, structured, and secure environment and will follow your pet's normal feeding schedule, medications, routines, and other care instructions as closely as possible. Whether you're away for a night, a weekend, or a longer trip, my goal is simple: keep your pet safe, comfortable, well cared for, and give you confidence that they're in capable hands while you're away. I work offsite during the day, but I have a strong and dependable family support system at home to ensure pets receive appropriate oversight and care throughout the day. I personally handle morning and evening care, including feeding, exercise, kennel care, and ensuring each pet’s individual needs and routine are being met. Our boarding kennel is separate from our family home, providing pets with their own dedicated, quiet, and controlled space. The indoor kennel area is climate controlled and provides access to a secure, fenced outdoor kennel area with shelter, allowing dogs to safely spend time outside when appropriate. While I am at work, trusted family members are available to provide supervision, potty breaks, feeding, exercise, or other care according to each pet’s needs. I remain responsible for their overall care and delegate daytime responsibilities with clear instructions. I also maintain video surveillance of the kennel areas, allowing me to monitor pets throughout the day even while I am offsite. My professional experience handling detection canines has made safety, structure, and responsible handling especially important to me. My goal is to provide a secure environment with consistent care while minimizing unnecessary interactions between boarded pets, our household, and other animals. Safety is the foundation of how I care for animals. My professional experience handling detection canines has taught me the importance of understanding canine behavior, maintaining secure environments, following established routines, and never taking unnecessary risks with an animal in my care. Our boarding kennel is separate from our family home, providing a dedicated and controlled environment for our guests. Dogs stay in a clean, climate-controlled indoor kennel with access to a secure, fenced outdoor kennel area with shelter. This setup allows me to control interactions and provide each dog with appropriate space rather than requiring unfamiliar pets to immediately integrate into a household environment. The kennel areas are also under video surveillance, allowing me to monitor pets when I am not physically present. My family provides additional daytime oversight and supervision while I personally remain responsible for each pet’s overall care. I take owner instructions seriously and want to know about your pet’s temperament, routines, triggers, medical needs, and any behavioral concerns before their stay. Honest communication helps me keep your pet, my family, and other animals safe. We are an animal-loving family with our own very well-loved barn cats, so responsible animal care is already part of our everyday life. My goal is to provide owners with peace of mind knowing their pet is staying in a safe, secure, structured, and caring environment.

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Christianna & Mary & Miriam-Ellen B.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 107 reviews
38 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lexington Park, MD, 20653

“She's so attentive and sweet! I felt absolutely safe leaving my sweet dog in her care! From gettong Sugar a pup cup and taking her for car rides and walks,I couldn't be more pleased with her thoughtfulness and attentiveness!We will definitely be seeing her again!💗”

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Taylor & Lynnett B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 84 reviews
22 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Waldorf, MD, 20601

“This was second experience leaving my pup with a sitter. Taylor was awesome. She made us feel so welcomed. She took very good care of our fur baby and she even groomed her ?. I would surely use Taylor again and again. Totally recommend.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christine S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
CALIFORNIA, MD, 20619

“It was obvious that Christine genuinely loves the dogs she looks after. She gave Gordon a no-rush meet-and-greet and let him get used to her house. She had lots of amenities for dogs, including toys and treats, and was careful to ask good questions about Gordon’s habits and preferences. Christine also gave daily updates including videos and photos, which really helped us realize how our little guy was fitting in. We would be happy to let Gordon stay with Christine again in the future!”

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Amazing sitter and boarding set up. She made me feel less anxious about leaving my baby and pick up was amazing. Thank you Nikki for being so accommodating 🙏

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Jai B.
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Nikki is absolutely the best, I am so lucky to have found her! My big boy Brennan loved his time with her and his new friends and came home a tired and very happy pup. I cannot recommend her enough! Thank you Nikki 😊

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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 Governor Run home-away-from-home, 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 Governor Run.

<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 Governor Run 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 , 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 .

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 MD 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.

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