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Sitter Profile Image: Candice M.
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Candice M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 132 reviews
60 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South St. Georges, DE, 19709

“Candice was so kind and communicated extremely well while watching my dog. She was flexible, responsive, and made the entire experience stress-free. This was my dog’s first time staying with Candice, and everything went smoothly. I felt confident knowing my dog was in great hands, and I definitely plan to use her again in the future. Highly recommend!”

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Lavonne C.
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Rita T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 123 reviews
55 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19802

“Peanut was in the best of hands with Rita. Our flight wound up being delayed and Rita was so kind and understanding that we had to extend our puppys stay. She went above and beyond to accommodate us. Thank you so much!!!”

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Lauren F.
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Sandra T.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“Sandra is an excellent sitter! Our dog Chico was very happy to be with her! Definitely we will go back to her as needed and certainly highly recommend Sandra as a pet sitter!”

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Ruth S.
Sitter Profile Image: Lindsey H.
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Lindsey H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“I’m grateful that Lindsey accepted Cecelia in her home as her own, and for the gentle care that she provided. From the pictures Lindsey sent me and the texts on the daily basis (even multiple times a day), I could tell that Cecelia was feeling very comfortable, happy, and content that all her needs were being met. I highly recommend Lindsey, and would definitely ask her for the care of Cecelia again.”

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Polina P.
Sitter Profile Image: Claudia T.
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Claudia T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 146 reviews
39 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“Claudia is a fantastic choice for your dog. Our dog,Esther, loved her visit and she got the best of care. Claudia set us updates and pictures. It was reassuring that Esther was in a very safe place. Claudia is a 5 star dog sitter.”

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Mark B.
Sitter Profile Image: Yvonne & Joseph K.
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Yvonne & Joseph K.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 198 reviews
49 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“It was our 2nd time dropping our dog off at Yvonne's Louis walked in like he owned the place and immediately started playing with her dog, Quinn. He knew where the toys were and felt right at home. I knew he'd have the best time!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Andres D.
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Andres D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 295 reviews
158 repeat clients
20 years of experience
CLAYMONT, DE, 19703

“Andre was wonderful. Wilbur had diarrhea while we were gone and Andre took great care of him and prepared a bland diet until he was better. We were away for our son’s graduation and unable to get back. We are so grateful to the care Andre provided!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa & Marcus C.
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Alyssa & Marcus C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Clarksboro, NJ, 08020

“OMG! Alyssa and Marcus were amazing!!! It was Sam's first time being away from home. I was super nervous because he can get a little anxious and I didn't know how he would adjust to being away from home. We thought about it over some time and Alyssa and Marcus were able to accomodate our plans last minute. Before the reservation was even finalized, they were so helpful and reassuring. They kept me updated throughout his stay with so many pictures and reassurances. It really put my mind at ease. Sam had such a good time with Zara, Alyssa, and Marcus...I think he was upset he had to leave! I can't imagine sending him anywhere else. I definitely weill be booking with them again.”

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Brian P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 114 reviews
45 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Media, PA, 19063

“Brian took such great care of Moe! It’s always nerve wracking to book with someone new, but Brian put us completely at ease. He provided updates and pictures throughout the weekend, and Moe had a great time playing with all of the pups. Thank you!!”

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Liz B.
Sitter Profile Image: Mike B.
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Mike B.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 164 reviews
66 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

“Mike is awesome! He updates me everyday on how our pet is doing. Even sends me photos. Very personable. Communication was a breeze.. It was our first time to use rover/pet sitter's services and he did not disappoint. We feel extremely confident that our Niko will be taken care of..”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amber H.
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Amber H.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 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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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth D.
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Elizabeth D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“Elizabeth was great! She sent plenty of updates during our dog’s stay, which was greatly appreciated and followed all instructions when it came to him. She was also super sweet and her family was just as sweet, we felt very comfortable leaving Meechie with her.”

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Joan A.
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Susan C.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 74 reviews
32 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“Excellent card. I received numerous updates throughout the stay. Zeus was very well taken care of. Susan also accommodated my last minute request to drop him earlier than the booked time.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Dante G.
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Dante G.
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$50
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• 134 reviews
30 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Upper Chichester, PA, 19014

“All the hype about Dante is true! He’s communicative, accommodating, and really great energy. He asks a lot of questions to ensure my Kado was well taken care of. Dante is someone who truly loves what he does and that makes me happy. I think Kado and I found a permanent sitter until Dante retires us lol”

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Heather W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Carneys Point, NJ, 08069

“Heather was wonderful with Sauce for his overnight stay! She was very communicative from the start and made time for a meet and greet beforehand. Her home was lovely and very pet friendly, and she asked lots of questions to make sure Sauce would be comfortable, well cared for, and a good fit in her home overnight. While we were away, she sent pictures and kept me updated on how Sauce was doing and what he was up to, which gave me great peace of mind. Heather was super pleasant, easy-going, and clearly thoughtful about the dogs she cares for. Sauce seemed happy and comfortable with her, and I would absolutely use Heather again.”

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Brittany F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Warwick, MD, 21912

“Brittany took great care of Chewy during our vacation! He looked happy in each picture she sent while we were away. He even took his 1st swim! She has a wonderful yard to explore and I can tell her family loves animals. I looked forward to her pictures and updates daily. So glad I found her at the last minute and we will absolutely use her services again! Thanks again Brittany!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Rebecca M.
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Rebecca M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 158 reviews
50 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Vineland, NJ, 08360

“Rebecca communicated with us the entire time and made us feel like Bella was well taken care of, she made sure she ate when she didn’t want to eat and shared pictures with us.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brielle S.
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Brielle S.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“Brielle was very attentive to my baby! Her family was very accommodating! Dabb was high spirited so I know he enjoyed himself! I will definitely use Brielle in the future?”

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Kayla A.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
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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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly B.
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Kelly B.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 58 reviews
27 repeat clients
20 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

“Dreamer had a great time! Kelly took great care of him and kept me updated on how he was doing and sent some great pics as well. Would highly recommend Kelly to watch your furry kids.”

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

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Hancocks Bridge is $33 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $33 and $36 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 877 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 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.

95% of sitters in Hancocks Bridge can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Hancocks Bridge 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 Hancocks Bridge.

<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 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 , 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 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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