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Gabrielle H.
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• 189 reviews
71 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“Gabrielle was great at communicating how our dogs were doing on their first stay. She sent several pictures throughout each day they were there. I have a lab and a GSP so both are energetic.”

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• 250 reviews
92 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28403

“Allie took great care of our dog and was really communicative about how she was fitting in at the house. We hope that we can have her stay with Allie again soon!”

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• 63 reviews
24 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“Finley was well taken care of! Every update I received showed Finley happy! I immediately felt at ease leaving my fur baby with Diane. He was not stressed when I picked him up. I will definitely use her services in the future.”

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Donna & Calvin K.
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• 56 reviews
25 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Wonderful. Didn’t worry about my dog, not for a second. Got pictures/updates at least 1x/day. With Donna & Calvin, I know my dog will be loved, exercised, as well as well rested. Thank you both!”

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Olivia & Andrew C.
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• 40 reviews
11 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Olivia was wonderful and took such great care of Laci. She accepted the booking request pretty last minute and was very accommodating. She sent photos and a video of my dog and I felt very comfortable leaving Laci in her care. I would definitely recommend her and would use her again in the future. Laci had a great time!”

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• 52 reviews
15 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28405

“Cosette was great! My dog is like my child, so I was a little hesitant to try something new, but I’m so glad I did! My dog, Cash, seemed to have a great time, and was super comfortable very quickly. I appreciated the videos and pictures I was sent throughout his stay, it made any nerves I had ease. Cash will definitely be back to stay, and I’m sure he will be looking forward to it.”

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Sarah P.
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$32
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• 37 reviews
12 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28429

“Sarah and her family were the best dog care I could ask for! Sarah was super communicative and so understanding when I had to extend Henry’s stay last minute. Highly highly recommend and Henry will definitely be returning!”

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Haley S.
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• 25 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28403

“Haley was absolutely amazing! My old boy has some anxiety issues and Haley provided a comfortable and calm environment for him. He’s never stayed at someone else’s house before so I was pleasantly surprised at how well he did. I highly recommend booking a stay with Haley!”

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Carey W.
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• 26 reviews
4 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Carey was an amazing sitter! She was responsive, open, and very attentive to my “Velcro-dog” that requires attention all the time. She updated me with pictures during my time away, and her whole family was very kind and loving to him. I absolutely will be booking with her in the future!”

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Ashley & Jon-Ryan R.
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• 39 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“Ashley and Jon did a wonderful job watching our senior dog while we were out of town. They definitely made him feel part of the family and put our minds at ease. We can't wait to use them again.”

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• 42 reviews
15 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Jennifer was wonderful keeping Cohen and Kelly. She provided regular updates both morning and at night to let me know how things were going. Would absolutely use her again.”

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$33
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• 1 review
10 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Mrs. Shelley was great! Thanks so much!”

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• 26 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“Ollie and Chief loved their stay with Natalie and her family! Ollie got to play with Natalies dog Rocky and get some of his energy out. Natalie was able to take care of Chiefs senior dog needs (like his diapers!) and treated the dogs as her own. We will definitely use her again in the future since she took such great care of our fur babies!”

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• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28405

“This was our second stay with Jordan, and I realized I never left a review after the first one. However, I definitely should have! As a first time Rover user, in fact the first time ever leaving my 9-year old pup with a stranger, I was incredibly nervous about leaving my dog with someone new. Jordan completely exceeded my expectations. He sent thoughtful updates throughout the stay with a plethora of photos, which gave me so much peace of mind, and it was obvious that my dog was being loved and well cared for. Not only is Jordan amazing, but his family is so kind and welcoming. You can truly tell they care about the dogs they watch and treat them like part of the family. Knowing my pup was safe, happy, and surrounded by so much love made all the difference. I can't thank Jordan enough for taking such great care of my dog, Lily. If you're looking for someone trustworthy, caring, and communicative, I highly recommend booking with him. We'll definitely be back!”

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Carol Y.
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$55
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• 34 reviews
18 repeat clients
44 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

About: You can trust me to take excellent care of your pet! As well as owning my own pets most of my life (dogs, cats, ferret, bird, rabbits, etc.), I also have a Bachelor of Science degree in pre-veterinary medicine. I have pet-sat for several friends and clients, volunteered at shelters, worked at veterinary clinics, boarding facilities, and for a professional dog walking / cat sitting company. You can rest easy as your pet will be safe in my care. I follow directions well and get the details right! Why I love dog walking and sitting: I have been a dog lover since the day I was born. My first dog, Chief, helped raise me! Since then, I have owned a dog most of my life. Some have called me the "dog-whisperer". I have a pretty good perception of dogs and connect very easily with most. My last dog, Wendell, was a 150 lb. mastiff whom I adopted when he was 4.5 years old. He had never been socialized and was scared of most people, so in the six years we were together, I gained a lot of first-hand experience working through behavioral issues in a very large and strong breed. Our current dog is Lucy, a happy-go-lucky bull terrier who is deaf. She loves every living being! I also love taking care of cats and other pets. I've given lots of oral meds and various ointments, eye drops, ear drops, etc. Much of my week is flexible. I do have another part-time job Monday-Thursday mornings, but let me know your needs and I will do my best to accommodate! ONE DOG FAMILY AT A TIME Boarding and Doggie Day Care: It will only be your dog(s) and our one dog staying at our house. We have a secure, privacy-fenced yard, a doggie door, and a covered back patio with doggie beds perfect for lounging in the sun or shade. Our friendly bull terrier, Lucy, will happily keep your dog company! We can easily keep your dog in a separate room while we are away from the house if needed. Lucy’s dad/my significant other, Pedro, also lives here and also loves animals.

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Andrew B.
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• 22 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28401

“Andrew is an excellent dog sitter, highly recommended. He took great care to keep us informed with updates and photos of our dog. He was understanding of flight delays and plans changing to make for a stress free vacation. Thank you!”

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Olivia P.
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• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Olivia was amazing and took such good care of my sweet boy. Highly recommended!”

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Allison B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
38 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28403

“She was great especially working with me on a very short notice. Will definitely use again.”

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Emma K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
10 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

About: I have been around dogs since I was born. My parents have always had at least one dog running around the house, and I now have one myself that lives with me! Layla has gotten me through some tough times and with that being said I know how important dogs (and cats) are in our lives. I would love to be a sitter, walker, and caregiver to anyone's furry necessity! I am a full time student! Which means that I usually have school all week! I am free after 5pm every day of the week and on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays all day! I have my 3 year old dog named Layla that is very friendly to all dogs! She is playful and loves to meet new friends! I walk her 3-4 times daily because I don't have a fenced yard. This will also be the case if I am boarding a dog! If your dog is crate trained I have a medium sized crate that they can sleep in overnight! I am open to walking as often as needed and will follow routines to a tee! I also live with my boyfriend as a heads up! He is lovely pet owner and loves my girl like she is his own!

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6 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

About: Dogs have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve cared for everything from energetic puppies and rescue dogs to senior dogs needing specialized attention, including my 16-year-old diabetic beagle who required daily medication, monitoring, and lots of extra love and patience. In my home, dogs are family. They’re welcome on the furniture, get plenty of affection, and are treated like part of the pack. Your pup will have lots of supervision, attention, potty breaks, playtime, and cuddles throughout the day. My community also has a dog park where dogs can safely run around and burn off energy. Whether your dog needs overnight care, walks, drop-in visits, or just a comfortable home away from home, I’ll make sure they feel safe, loved, and well cared for. I work only part time on a flexible schedule, which means your pup will have lots of supervision, attention, potty breaks, playtime, and cuddles throughout the day. My community also has a dog park where dogs can safely run around and burn off energy. My community has a dog park where dogs can safely run around and burn off energy. Dogs are part of the family and allowed on the furniture

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Emma was wonderful! She is very communicative, has a lovely home and yard, and the cutest dogs. My dog got along with hers because they were very friendly. Emma was quick to reply, she gave me peace of mind on my unexpected trip out of town for a funeral. She sent pics and videos and gave updates throughout the day. I will definitely use her for all future bookings!!!

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Megan B.
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They are both such wonderful hosts for our golden doodle, Greta! We have nothing but wonderful things to say about them and Greta always seems to very much enjoy herself during her stay! Thank you for always taking great care of our girl!💕

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Jill N.
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Wow!!! What a gift to have found Raquel for a long holiday weekend on short notice. She was responsive, she sent updates each day, and she made sure to keep our dog healthy with his severe allergy to chicken! We can tell our young and energetic puppy had an amazing time running around her big beautiful yard and got to spend time with other dogs during his boarding! We will 100% be asking Raquel to be a sitter again in the future after this wonderful experience!!

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Emma M.
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Steve and his family were wonderful! Puff had an amazing time, they took such good care of him I was so happy I did not have to worry about anything! Steve sent lots of pics and updates to let me know how puff was doing, would highly recommend :)

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Haylee V.
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Savannah was incredibly kind and welcoming. She took wonderful care of Diva. It was very easy coordinate schedule wit her, and everything went smoothly. I will definitely reach out to her again. Highly recommend!

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Yanni M.
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We have used Charity for many many trips and our dogs just love her. They always come back happy and healthy.

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Kendra R.
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Tasha was fantastic! I’d recommend her to anyone that loves their dog. I received daily updates and photos. My dog couldn’t have been in better care.

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Tom P.
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Farley seems quite happy being with Donna and Calvin based on the pictures she sends us ;) He's super tired when he gets home so I'm guessing he plays a lot with the other pups!

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Lorna M.
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Daria was very good to my pup. She sent many loving photos and video updates. Will definitely be recommending her!

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Andrew N.
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Rachel was wonderful and took great care of my puppy! I will 100% request her again! Thank you Rachel!

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Emily P.
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Carey was the absolute best dog sitter I could ever ask for!! She was so so helpful and patient and made me feel so at ease taking care of my high-energy German Shepherd, Lady. It’s always a bit nerve-racking to leave your dog with someone new, and especially so when your dog is a handful like my Lady! But Carey truly went above and beyond my expectations, and even when Lady had some frustrating anxiety issues, Carey took care of it without complaint, which seriously meant the world to me. She also sent me lots of photos every day and kept me super updated!! Book Carey for your next dog sitter and you will be so glad you did!!

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Reilly C.
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I should start off by saying this was an emergency last minute booking that Faith was able to accommodate! She made things so smooth and heart felt; within 24 hours she allowed me to visit her residence to get a feel for where my lil man 🐕 would be staying. I could tell she would be very attentive to him. Over the next 2 weeks she stayed up-to-date with me constantly, sending a pic or 2 each day and kind words to reflect how things were going. I had no worries at all! I let her know that I would be a tad late picking him up on the pick up day, and she kindly understood and was excited to see things through. I will most definitely be booking with her again!!

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Sydney F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashley was lovely and took such good care of my pup while I was gone! She sent daily pics and little messages which helped keep me in the loop even so far from home. Lucky came back exhausted and happy :) I’ll definitely be using Ashley again!

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Kristen D.
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Can’t say enough about Natalie and Chip, from the moment they were dropped off care was provided for Sampson as we discovered he had a issue going on we were afraid they might would of canceled there stay due to the situation he had, but they stepped right up and took wonderful care for these babies of ours. Thanks guys your awesome and for showing true love and care for our boxers.❤️🐾

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Dale & Kelly S.
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What a great experience! This is my first time using Rover. Laine and her housemate were such sweeties to my big shepherd! Firstly she's a great communicator really responsive and clear. She did a great job of helping me orient to the platform and also to introduce our dogs. She asked really good inappropriate questions that made me feel reassured. She was thinking of everything. Such patience and ease. Her set up is just perfect for a dog because there's great big glass windows and you can see everything going on in the "play yard" everything's clean and lots of things for dogs to enjoy. And they seem pretty relaxed about having the dogs lounge with them and playing with them and it looked like my dog was having an absolute blast! Usually when I pick up my dog after being away she is like a rodeo horse so excited to see me! I think in this case she had so much fun she was OK with staying! I can't recommend Laine highly enough! Oh and did I mention that she did my booking last minute when I was filling in for a coworker! She's just great!

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Jane A. W.
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Thank you Lela! I received updates while Bentley was there. I’ve had zero issues with him since he came back to me. I appreciate you taking good care of him. He will be back to see Willow and you.

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Arinn W.
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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 Kirkland 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 Kirkland.

<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 Kirkland 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 NC 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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