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Gillian B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Gillian was amazing and did everything as I asked her to for my pups! She is very responsive and keeps you up to date on your pups which I love!

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Kirstie G.
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Wednesday B.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
North, Raleigh, NC, 27614

Wednesday watched our dog Grace in our home for 2 weeks. They were very good at sending us updates and did a great job. We will definitely hire them again. Thanks Wednesday!

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Carol M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
11 repeat clients
30 years of experience
youngsville, NC, 27596

Carol’s son stayed at our house and took great care of our dog, left the house clean, and provided frequent updates. We would work with them again and would recommend Carol and/or her family to others!

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Nicole O.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Northeast, Raleigh, NC, 27616

Nicole is an amazing sitter! I am so happy that I reached out to her when I was looking for someone to stay in our home with our 2 dogs. 1 of my dogs is very anxious, and especially around new people. Nicole took her time to get to know him and be patient with him. Everytime she updated me on our dogs, they looked happy and well taken care of. She even took them to parks a couple of times in the week and they looked so happy on their walks. We came back from our trip and our house was clean and the dogs were so happy! I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking for an honest, responsible, and kind person to look after their pets! Thank you again Nicole! 10 out of 10.

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Jaiden G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
5 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Awesome caregiver to my two fur babies! So happy to have secured Jaiden to spend three days with Sophie and Penny. Her attention to their needs, time spent with them, and respect for my home are welcomed attributes from her. Enjoy reaching out to her and having her take care of your four-legged children.

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Barrett J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
20 years of experience
Raleigh, NC, 27614

Barrett was great. We normally board our dogs, so we were a little nervous at first doing something different, but Barrett put our nerves at ease. He went above and beyond and spoiled our dogs while we were gone. They were well taken care of. We highly recommend him.

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Sitter Profile Image: Annalise B.
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Annalise B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27703

A++++! Perfect house and dog sitter for a long weekend. Great communicator! We always knew how things were going while we were out of the country. Went above and beyond to get comfortable with our dog and make our dog comfortable.

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Sitter Profile Image: Monica B.
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Monica B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Monica took such great care of our two pitbulls over the long weekend!! She was very communicative and took great care of not only the dogs, but also our house. I appreciated all her updates throughout the weekend and all the cute pictures she sent! We would definitely trust her to take care of our girls again! She was fantastic and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a great dog sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole C.
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Nicole C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
15 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Raleigh, NC, 27615

Nicole was great with our dog. He could be challenging at times but Nicole was very patient with him until he was comfortable with her. She’s also good at communicating. She sent us pictures daily and got on calls during the 10 days we were abroad. She also took care of the garden and the rest of the house. It was a such a relief to come back to a happy dog and an orderly house. We will definitely book Nicole again :)

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Kamryn S.
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$40
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4.6 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Kamryn was an awesome sitter for my dogs. They were all happy and healthy when I got home. She kept me updated while I was gone and sent pictures everyday.

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Mckenzie M.
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Shannon S.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Shannon took amazing care of our dog and was such a pleasure to work with. She kept us updated, was very reliable, and it was clear our dog was in great hands the whole time we were away. When our flight home got canceled she was incredibly kind and flexible, even offered to stay an extra night and came by again in the evening to let our dog out while we were scrambling to figure out new travel plans. That really meant a lot to us during a stressful moment. We came home to a very happy pup and everything in great shape. I would absolutely trust her to watch Lilly again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a thoughtful, dependable sitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kalyn N.
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Kalyn N.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Kalyn was AWESOME, sent lots of photos and spent lots of quality time with my dogs, would gladly have her house sit again.

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Salem C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
17 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27713

This is the second time Salem has pet-sat for me. She's very good at communicating and sending updates. She keeps the house nice and tidy and is very trustworthy. My dog seems very happy when Salem's taking care of her.

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Tara G.
Sitter Profile Image: Chenelle B.
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Chenelle B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Rolesville, NC, 27571

Chenelle was great with our cat and dog! She gave a lot of updates and sent pictures everyday! We will definitely ask her to pet sit for us again!

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Lindsay A.
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Lesly L.
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$25
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1 year of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

About: I want to try my best and hardest to earn not just your trust but also your pets trust as they are also very important to the family! Taking online collage courses and i have much time on my hands as i also need a steady source of income for my collage classes! i care for other dogs the same way i would care for my family dog with love and patience they will understand that i mean no harm

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Cj L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Raleigh, NC, 27615

CJ was wonderful to work with. She took great care of our dogs and exercised them well with walks. We definitely would love to use her again!

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Jessica F.
Sitter Profile Image: Brittney W.
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Brittney W.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
169 reviews
56 repeat clients
5 years of experience
durham, NC, 27703

If I could leave more than 5 stars, I would. I was super stressed about leaving our puppy here while on vacation, and she made it absolutely painless, anxiety free, and more. We received so many pictures and videos and there was constant communication. We came home to a clean house, a happy puppy, and she even helped us with puppyifying our place so she doesn’t get into things she’s not supposed to. Brittney will be our go to from now on.

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Anthony R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 years of experience
Northeast, Raleigh, NC, 27616

Amazing care! I would recommend Anthony to anyone needing a dog sitter! My dog is needy and Anthony made her feel calm and relaxed while we were gone on a trip!

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Sitter Profile Image: Keagan C.
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Keagan C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Keagan was great! She sent pics twice a day and spent time with them. I could tell they were very content with her once I returned home. Definitely will use her again!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Gray S.
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Gray S.
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$80
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4.9 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
22 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Very flexible and responsive to questions. Would use Gray again!

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Martha B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Shannon did an amazing job taking care of our two dogs, Leo and Choco! This was our first time using Rover, and she made the entire experience stress-free. She was very communicative, sent us regular updates and photos, and followed all of our instructions carefully. She was incredibly patient with Leo, our Husky, who can be a little stubborn at times, and she handled everything with great care. We came home to two happy, relaxed dogs, and it was clear they were well looked after. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with Shannon again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!

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Naresh k m.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gillian always takes great care of our dog Nemo. We love having her stay with him or just drop by to let him out and he loves her!

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Shilah M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Calla was great with our two dogs while we were away on vacation! Would recommend and rebook with her 🙂

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Bre L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah was fabulous! The dogs loved her and we came home to happy, well taken care of pups. Happy to have found her!

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Savannah B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Eszter is such a lovely and kind lady. She was flexible enough to stay an extra day when my flight was cancelled and I was stuck overseas for an extra day. She took great care of the apartment as well as my dog. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

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Howard A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I don't have the words to express how thankful we are that Richie was our pet sitter for our wedding weekend. Not only was he amazing at his regular duties, making sure our cat got the medicine he needed even when he was being difficult, and making sure our pets all got given lots of love, but when our oldest dog had a very sudden health decline Ritchie stepped up in ways well beyond the call of duty. Not only did he help communicate with us throughout the ordeal, but when we had to make the tough call to have our boy put down while we were hours away from home, Ritchie stayed with him and gave him pets until the end, and helped us FaceTime to say goodbye and be there in that moment in the only way we could. If I could give him 100 stars I would! Thank you so much Richie, I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and know how truly grateful we are for everything you did this weekend! ❤️

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Ashley N.
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The average cost for House Sitting in New Light on Rover is $48.15 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 2,982 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across New Light. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred New Light walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in New Light maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in New Light choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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 .

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 pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet 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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in New Light. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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