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Sitter Profile Image: Jill & Thomas K.
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Jill & Thomas K.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 158 reviews
77 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“This was our second time booking with Jill and Thomas, and once again, we had a wonderful experience! They took care of cucu for an entire week. They were incredibly responsive, provided daily updates (which gave us so much peace of mind), and were always quick to answer any questions we had. It’s clear they truly care about the pets they watch. We are so grateful to have found someone we trust with our pup, and we’ll definitely be booking again! :)”

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Nancy P.
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Amber H.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

“My two dogs were well taken care of and also Amber was very informative and also sent me pictures of my pets while I was away. I would definitely recommend her and also I would definitely hire her again. Thank you”

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Barbra F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 67 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Our other dog passed very recently and has been with Milo for life so leaving him was especially difficult. We typically board and this is our first time using rover. Barbara reassured us and sent photos/updates throughout our time traveling. Response time and communication was top tier. I could tell he felt comfortable and safe in her home and was happy as can be despite the circumstances. I am so happy we opted not to board. 10/10 recommend and would happily work with barb again.”

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Jessie F.
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Beth B.
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$43
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 235 reviews
71 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Woodstown, NJ, 08098

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beth was absolutely AMAZING! She watched our two dogs, Mollie and Nuggets, for 10 days while we were away, and we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. From the very beginning, Beth was wonderful with our dogs and made us feel completely comfortable leaving them in her care. She sent us pictures and videos every single day and stayed in constant communication with us throughout our entire trip. Knowing that we could see our pups, get updates, and know they were happy and well cared for gave us such peace of mind while we were away. It was obvious that Beth genuinely cared about Mollie and Nuggets and treated them like her own. We came home to two happy, well-loved dogs! We would HIGHLY recommend Beth to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, caring, dependable, and absolutely wonderful with pets. We will DEFINITELY be using her again for our next trip! 🐾❤️”

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Rita T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 120 reviews
53 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19802

“5 stars! Rita went above and beyond for our 14 year old Louis. She is very reliable, responsive, gives good updates and is very caring with her animal guests. We will definititely ask for Rita again!!!”

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Sarah S.
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Jenny M.
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$41
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 203 reviews
83 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“Jenny was amazing with Royal this weekend! Our little Pom was so excited and happy when we picked her up. You could tell Jenny really took great care of her! We were able to enjoy our time away with ease. Jenny made sure to keep us updated on how Royal was settling in. We will be rebooking again and soon!”

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Diana W.
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Laura G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“Sadie had such a great time staying with Laura. She is very skeptical about new environments; however, she was very comfortable and showed no signs of stress. I will be asking Laura to watch Sadie again in the future.”

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Kathy V.
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Mike B.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 162 reviews
66 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

“Mike was fantastic sitter for axel! We were sent daily photos and updates and knew he was in great hands while we were away for a week. We were sent updates and would definitely use Mike again.”

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Brittany K.
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Andres D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 293 reviews
156 repeat clients
20 years of experience
CLAYMONT, DE, 19703

“Andres was great and very accommodating! We had a bit of a last minute request and were able to do a meet and greet immediately to make sure we were good to go. We will definitely have Andres watch our puppy again as long as she wasn't too much trouble ;-)”

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Emily M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 176 reviews
56 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

“Emily was very accommodating and knew exactly how to care for my initially timid little girl. Great communication and pictures with updates were much appreciated. Will definitely book again when needed. Highly recommend!”

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Chyann S.
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$58
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

“This was our first time boarding our dog, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Chyann was incredibly sweet, attentive, and caring, and it was clear from the start that she genuinely loves animals. She provided regular updates, photos, and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Our dog was well cared for, comfortable, and happy throughout the stay. She has a natural way with animals and made the entire experience stress-free for both us and our pup. We would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a safe, trustworthy, and loving environment for their dog.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kari & Jospeh M.
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Kari & Jospeh M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 44 reviews
20 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

“Kari was an awesome sitter for Brew! She accepted our request at the very last minute (much appreciated) and her family showed him a ton of love while he was there. She’s a great communicator and very caring. Brew came home so tired from all of their adventures. Thank you!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Juliana C.
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Juliana C.
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$46
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
15 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Springfield, PA, 19064

“Juliana was truly a godsend, I can’t imagine leaving Milton with anyone else, she took amazing care of him, sent us photos and updates everyday and truly made it feel like he was staying with extended family ❤️ she treated him like one of her own dogs and we will absolutely be using her for all of our future trips!”

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Marissa P.
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Claudia T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 142 reviews
37 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“Claudia was amazing- great communication, so gentle and sweet. She even went out of her way to buy treats for our dog when we forgot to bring them!”

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Kelly K.
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Patricia T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
8 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“Patricia was great with Lexi! She was one tired and happy pup when we picked her up after a weekend stay. We’ll definitely be boarding Lexi with Patricia again in the future!”

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Cecilia W.
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Nikkita J.
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$41
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
19 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“This is Sphinx 2nd time staying with Nikkita and he ran in the house as if it was home. Communication was excellent during his stay and she was able to accommodate dropping him off at the last minute since we were unable to pick him up. Our previous sitter moved from the area so we are grateful to have found her and our dog seems to love his stays!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Justin & Stephanie W.
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Justin & Stephanie W.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 188 reviews
68 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Elkton, MD, 21921

“I was really nervous about leaving my husky for a week. After meeting with Justin I was more at ease..till drop off day..then it all hit..Justin kept reassuring me that stratus would be fine and I felt better..but when I got the 1st update and I saw him playing with other pups and that goofy husky tongue hanging I knew he was ok. Justin and Stephanie were great with pupdates and communicated throughout the stay. If I messaged they were quick to respond. My boy came home happy healthy and I would recommend Justin to anyone. They provided pictures and messages. I was at ease knowing he was well taken care of. Will be using again as we do have a couple more trips planned”

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George M.
Sitter Profile Image: Charles & Heather F.
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Charles & Heather F.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

“It was a pleasure to have Charles and Heather. They were awesome and they kept us in the loop daily. Khloe was well taken care of. I would recommend them. Thank you all again.”

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Stacy L.
Sitter Profile Image: Rackeem R.
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Rackeem R.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
20 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Rackeem is a true professional. He’s knowledgeable, compassionate, detail-oriented, responsive, and kind. We love being able to leave our dog with him, always knowing she’s getting the best care and attention when we’re away. He also always leaves us with great care tips and suggestions. Thank you, Rackeem!”

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Molly M.
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Kayla A.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
10 years of experience
Elkton, MD, 21921

“Kayla was great and was able to accommodate me and my dog on very short notice. She’s incredibly caring and was great with updating me during my boarding time. Will definitely use her services again.”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Hancocks Bridge is $50

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As of September 2026, there are 882 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Hancocks Bridge. 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.

95% of Hancocks Bridge 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 Hancocks Bridge 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 Hancocks Bridge 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 Hancocks Bridge.

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 Hancocks Bridge 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 NJ 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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