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Sitter Profile Image: Jenny M.
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Jenny M.
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$41
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 211 reviews
89 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“Jenny was so great with our pup - she made sure our pup had lots of outside time on her beautiful property with a fenced yard ! She was very accommodating with drop off and pick up and took such great care of our dog - our pup came back tired from all the fun she had . 100% recommend Jenny and will be using her again for upcoming trips.”

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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
61 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South St. Georges, DE, 19709

“This was Khloe's first time being boarded and what a great experience. Her first meeting with Candice went so well that when it came time for her to actually stay we were totally comfortable. Candice sent pics and kept in contact with us throughout Khloe's stay. I will definitely use her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Deanna T.
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Deanna T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 103 reviews
35 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

“Deanna and her husband were absolutely WONDERFUL. The care and attention that was given to Maximus was more than I could ever imagine. I am extremely pleased with the updates and photos since it was his first time staying with Deanna. It definitely put me at ease knowing he was in excellent care.”

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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
• 162 reviews
78 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Jill & Tommy were great! Milly had a great time playing with 5 new friends and we were kept updated with texts & pictures daily. Today she seems lonely with just me on a rainy Monday. Paul & Marybeth”

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Marybeth R.
Sitter Profile Image: Emily M.
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Emily M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 177 reviews
58 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

“Emily was great! The Pups took to her almost immediately. She sent updates everyday, and pictures and videos of them. She was awesome will definitely book again!!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nikkita J.
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Nikkita J.
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$41
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 53 reviews
19 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Nikkita was excellent. She responds to texts quickly and kept me updated on possible problems. She sent me frequent photos as well. Winston seemed to like her and her family! Would definitely recommend.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sureya E.
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Sureya E.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“I would definitely recommend Sureya to keep your pet. My Koda is very shy, barks at most people especially men ?. When I dropped him off he never barked. He went right to her. She’s very warm and inviting and i would absolutely rebook with her.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia M.
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Cynthia M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
40 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Cynthia was great with my 1 1/2 year old Sheltie. She allowed us to meet her and her pup a couple of weeks before our vacation, to make sure we all were comfortable with each other. Drop off day was hard for us since our Sheltie is only 1.5 year’s old and a rescue, we didn’t want to stress her out too much. Cynthia has lots of experience with rescues and was quick to pick up on her needs. During the vacation she sent us many videos and pictures, which helped a great deal. On pick up day she sent us home with homemade treats, bully stick, and a freshly laundered dog bed. I will definitely use Rover and Cynthia again!!!!”

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Lisa B.
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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

“The only people we trust to look after our two goldens! We are so spoiled by Yvonne. She is extremely organized, detail oriented, and caring. She always follows our instructions to a T. We love getting numerous photos and updates of our dogs throughout the day. It really makes for a stress free vacation away. She is so considerate with making pickup a quick and easy experience and has everything packed up for us and the doggies pottied beforehand. A complete gem! Thank you Yvonne!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan & Cameron H.
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Megan & Cameron H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
14 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Our dog Cooper seemed so happy during his overnight boarding. He normally doesn’t eat at first when being boarded but he was enjoying a treat and eating his breakfast within moments of being dropped off. We received thoughtful updates and photos and Cooper was relaxed, comfortable and had settled in so quickly. Fantastic communication and quick responses made our trip stress free; we knew our dog was in good hands!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Justin & Stephanie W.
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Justin & Stephanie W.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 194 reviews
71 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Elkton, MD, 21921

“We boarded our 75 lb dog for 2 nights and she was treated like royalty. We got regular updates and pics of her playing. Would highly recommend Justin & Stephanie!”

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Hiram P.
Sitter Profile Image: Kacci C.
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Kacci C.
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$150
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
22 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

“I just used Rover for the first time and had Kacci watch my two dogs overnight. She sent menpics to reassure me they were doing well and when i brought them home they were calm and dog tired! Seems they had a great time and I would def. Recommend Kacci's service.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alan C.
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Alan C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE, 19934

“Alan takes good care of my Max and he always has a great play date with his dogs and family.”

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Linda L.
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Mark & Kayleigh B.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“We cannot say enough about what awesome dog sitters Mark and Kayleigh are! They were so kind, communicative, and caring! They sent regular pictures and updates and really made us feel comfortable about leaving our 11 year old shepherd mix with them. We will be booking with them for as long as we can!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Taryn D.
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Taryn D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
25 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

About: My name is Taryn and I have lived with animals all my life. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, birds, horses, fish, chickens, and small snakes. I have two young adult daughters that live at home and share the same passion as I do. I do have a 7yr old mix of my own that enjoys playing with others. If your dog happens to not be dog friendly, no worries; I provide in home dog care, drop in visits and dog walks! My home is clean, quiet, and pet proof. I have a large back yard with plenty of room for your best friend to run and play. We even have trails nearby where we can go on fun adventures! Pets will have free roam of the house so they don’t feel left out, after all they are apart of the family. Your pet(s) will never be alone or feel scared with me as their sitter. I work full time during the week. But I’m available weeknights for drop-ins, walks, and daycare. I’m available Fri-Sunday for the above as well as in home and in my home boarding. I have a large yard and a friendly dog for your pup to play with. If needed, I also have a crate. I don’t like crating my dog so prefer not to crate yours unless instructed by you for specific reasons. Of course they’ll be let out often to use the bathroom and have unlimited access to water. In your home, your pet will be let out when needed/scheduled if they have one, played with, and loved on. No matter where we are, my goal is to make your pet feel safe.

Sitter Profile Image: Kyleigh G.
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Kyleigh G.
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$28
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15 years of experience
Wyoming, DE, 19934

About: Hi, I’m a lifelong animal lover with 15 years of experience caring for pets! 🐾❤️ My journey began as a foster parent with Boise Bully Breed in Boise, Idaho, where I discovered just how rewarding it is to give animals love, patience, and a safe place to land. Since then, caring for animals has remained a huge part of my life. I’m currently a proud dog mom to a bully breed and share my home with four cats, so I understand that pets aren’t just animals — they’re family! I know how important it is to find someone you can trust to care for your pets while you’re away, and I want to give you peace of mind knowing they’re receiving plenty of love, attention, and care. 🐶 My services include: * In-home boarding: I welcome one dog at a time into my home so your pup can receive personalized attention and care. * Drop-in visits: I can stop by your home to check on your pets, provide meals, refresh water, offer playtime, and give them plenty of affection. * In-home pet sitting: I can care for your pets in the comfort and familiarity of their own home while you’re away. I believe every animal deserves to feel safe, loved, and comfortable. Whether your pet needs a little extra patience, a playmate, a cozy place to stay, or simply someone to keep them company, I’ll do my best to make their time away from you as stress-free as possible. Your pets are family, and I’ll treat them like they’re part of mine! 🐾💕 I pet sit and clean homes on the side, my full time “job” is taking care of my family and my pets. I’d love to take care of yours as well! When caring for pets in my home, I focus on creating a safe, comfortable, and loving environment where they can feel at home while their families are away. I have a partially fenced-in yard where dogs can enjoy supervised outdoor time, fresh air, and opportunities to explore. For everyone’s safety, outdoor time is supervised, and I use a leash or other appropriate safety measures when needed. I offer in-home boarding for one dog at a time so each guest receives personalized attention, affection, and care. I can also accommodate crate-trained dogs or maintain a familiar crating routine when requested by their owners. I’m happy to follow your pet’s established schedule for meals, walks, playtime, rest, and any special needs. As a lifelong animal lover and experienced pet owner, I understand how important it is to maintain familiar routines and help pets feel secure in a new environment. When caring for pets in their own homes, I follow the owner’s instructions closely, including feeding schedules, fresh water, litter box or potty breaks, exercise, medication instructions when applicable, and plenty of companionship. My goal is to make time away from family as stress-free as possible for every pet while giving their owners peace of mind. Your pets will be treated with patience, kindness, and the same love and consideration I give my own! 🐾

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Sunaina D.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
9 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“I boarded my two dogs, Simba and Ghost, with Sunaina for five nights, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. She took excellent care of them, followed all of my instructions to the letter, and kept me updated throughout their stay. It was clear that Simba and Ghost were comfortable and well looked after, which gave me real peace of mind while I was away. I highly recommend Sunaina to anyone looking for a responsible, attentive, and caring dog sitter!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kara C.
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Kara C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
16 years of experience
Elkton, MD, 21921

About: I have taken care of dogs, my whole life whether they were my own or somebody else’s I absolutely love animals your animal will always be safe in my care and have the best time. I’m currently a stay at home mom so if I leave the house, I only leave to go to the grocery store or to grab the little one something to eat if they want it I have a huge backyard my house backs up against the woods. We are not close to the road at all. You’re dog would never be let outside alone my kids would run around in the backyard with them 💕

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Lauren H.
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$60
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15 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

About: My schedule can be flexible so please let me know what you need and I'll be sure to let you know if we can make it work! I have owned a couple dogs in the past and dog sit for my family and friends all the time. We currently have two cats that are dog friendly, or tolerant. We’d love to host your fur babies with us for a long weekend to let you get away. I work full-time Mon-Fri so would mostly be available for weekend boarding, Fri-Sun. I am available for drop in visits or walks during the week after 5pm. We have a fully fenced in yard with tons of shade and multiple rooms and spaces to separate animals as needed. Dogs are TOTALLY allowed on furniture and we have healthy treats as their diets allowed. Big neighborhood for walks (with sidewalks) and the pavement is always tested on my own skin before their precious paws. I have lick mats and kongs for mental stimulation and love to fill them with protein and veggies.

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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 69 reviews
18 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Reid was so attentive and caring for my pup! He kept me updated and informed about everything. He even sent photos and videos showing how happy my pup was while in his care. I highly recommend and will be using him again!”

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Jen took amazing care of our Maya. She was always quick to respond to our messages and sent photos and videos everyday. I would highly recommend Jen and will definitely use her in the future.

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Robert M.
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An absolutely amazing experience with Deanna! Thank you so very much for taking our Oakley girl at the last minute! ❤️

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Sharon W.
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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.
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I have used Erin 2x now, and getting ready to book for the third time in less than a year. Each time she and her kids had my sweet ans hyper girl, I got pictures and updates daily on how she was doing. When we had a snow storm back in February, she even put her in the hoodie I sent so Hope could play in the snow. The roads were also not good, and Erin kept me posted of how they were in her neighborhood so that I could come when it was safe, all the while Hope was in great hands. As I said I'll be re booking for a third time, and really appreciate her taking such good care of my Hope.

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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 Hickory Ridge 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 Hickory Ridge.

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 Hickory Ridge 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.

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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.

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