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Sitter Profile Image: Rebecca M.
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Rebecca M.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Trent Woods, NC, 28562

“We are very happy with Rebecca’s care for Buckeye! It was great to get photos and videos of him enjoying his time with her family (and behaving himself!!). We have already recommended Rebecca to family and friends, and we will certainly contact her again when we need a dog sitter!”

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Lynnelle C.
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Brittany & Matt C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28562

“I was very nervous leaving my dog for the first time in a new place. Brittany and Matt were great with Ghost, he can be a handful with his anxiety and they were patient and understanding. They sent updates and videos of him playing with their dog King. We will definitely use them in the future if we need a sitter.”

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Stephanie A.
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Jenna & Andrew E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 200 reviews
73 repeat clients
25 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28562

“Great spot to board our dog. Jenna did a great job with Frieda. She was relaxed when we got her home instead of being frazzeled from barking dogs in a kennel. Thanks again for short notice stay.”

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Angie A.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
4 repeat clients
9 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28562

“Great communication and my puppy enjoyed his time”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica G.
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Jessica G.
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$40
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4.4 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 year of experience
New Bern, NC, 28562

“Jessica was an amazing Sitter. She’s a great care of our Sheepadoodle. He loved being there she must update it on how he was doing and sent us lots of pictures. I would highly recommend her to watch your dog.”

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Peggy K.
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Faith G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28560

“Amazing is all I can say!!! This was the first time Marcus stayed away from us and from the pics and videos we had nothing to worry about!! Faith was so so sweet and welcoming!! Even her mom came out to welcome him and they had home made treats!! Yes, home made!!!! 🍪 If you need puppy care, look no further, Faith is wonderful!! Thank you so so much for loving our fur baby! 🩵🐶”

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Andrea L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
6 repeat clients
6 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28560

“Andrea was lovely! Our pups came back super happy and has a great time. Andrea did a wonderful job keeping us updated on the dogs and showed a lot of care. Would definitely recommend, thank you Andrea!”

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Olivia S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28562

“Olivia was amazing! We left our 7m kitten with her, and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. She sent us daily updates and pictures, which made us feel so comfortable knowing he was happy and well taken care of. He absolutely loved staying with her! He got along so well with her male cat and even had fun with her two kids. Olivia was so sweet, caring, and attentive, and we could tell our kitten was genuinely happy and comfortable with her. We would 100% recommend her and will definitely book with her again!”

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Larissa M.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 128 reviews
46 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Jacksonville, NC, 28546

“Could not say enough good things about Larissa! She was the perfect person for our pup to stay with. Got detailed messages, pictures, and videos every single day which eased my dog mom heart so much. Clover had a blast playing and hanging out with her pups, too! Will definitely be using again in the future. 😊”

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Jolynn G.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 71 reviews
29 repeat clients
25 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28562

About: Hi! I am JoLynn and I am a pet owner and animal lover that enjoys dedicating my time to dog walking and drop in animal care! I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, fish, guinea pigs, hamsters and domestic ducks. My current pets are a miniature dachshund, a large breed doberman, a blue and gold macaw and a domestic duck! I have worked with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. I will make sure your pet gets the exercise, attention, and love he/she needs while you are away. Your pets will receive the same care I would want for my own. I am an energetic, trustworthy, caring person with a flexible schedule and would love to care for your pet! I look forward to meeting you and your pets! Thank you❣

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Marcia N.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 95 reviews
42 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Jacksonville, NC, 28546

“Marcia was wonderful...great and quick communication, let us know how Patches was doing throughout the day and sent us pictures. We would definitely use Marcia again!”

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Annette B.
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KenLynn M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 189 reviews
69 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Jacksonville, NC, 28546

“Happy to have found KenLynn as our dog sitter. We were out of town long term and KenLynn cared for our dog the entire time. We are so thankful for her 🙏🏻”

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Michelle L.
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$55
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
11 repeat clients
54 years of experience
Fairfield Harbour, NC, 28560

“Michelle was a fantastic sitter for our Pepper. She provided daily updates and photos, and it was apparent that Pepper was enjoying his time with her. We highly recommend Michelle”

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Elise S.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
3 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28562

“Elise was absolutely wonderful to work with. She has great customer/pet skills. She offered a meet and greet, which meant a lot to me personally. She communicated with me throughout summer‘s entire stay including pictures. She made Summer feel as if she were right at home and I could see that in the pictures I would highly recommend Elise to any first time users and I will definitely use her again when needed.”

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Lorraine M.
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Lannette H.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
22 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Richlands, NC, 28574

“I was worried cause Haushi is a nervous mess usually, but she was right at home with this family! I was away for almost 6 days and it was so reassuring because Lannette sent photos of Haushi every day, sometimes twice a day! Haushi was very well cared for and was much loved by Lannette, her husband, their little girls, and their two pups! Thank you so much Lannette and family for making Haushi a part of your home!!!”

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ana l.
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$30
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7 years of experience
Havelock, NC, 28532

About: Hi! I’m Ana, I’m a wildlife rehabilitation intern and animal care professional with extensive veterinary technician knowledge and hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of animals. Animal care is truly my passion, and I’m currently gaining even more hands-on experience working with wildlife and exotic animals. My veterinary knowledge allows me to be especially attentive to changes in behavior, appetite, energy levels, and overall well-being, and I’m comfortable following detailed care instructions and special needs. I’m experienced with dogs, cats, and other animals, and I understand that every pet has their own personality, routine, and comfort level. Whether your pet needs a walk, drop-in visit, playtime, feeding, medication, or simply some extra love and companionship while you’re away, I’ll treat them like they’re my own. I’m responsible, patient, observant, and genuinely love getting to know each animal I care for. My goal is not only to keep your pets safe and happy, but to give you peace of mind knowing they’re in caring hands. I’d love the opportunity to meet you and your pets! I am a wildlife rehabiliation intern and work Mondays to Fridays from 9-2. I am very flexible and willing to work with what fits you and your furry friends needs best! I have a fenced in yard and a two bedroom home with plenty of room for them to roam around and play! As well as walking paths behind my home and dog parks that allow for some much needed exercise!

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Stacey K.
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$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
30 years of experience
New Bern, NC, 28562

“Stacey took great care of my two boys, everyday I was updated which gave me a peace of mind! Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Abigail G.
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Abigail G.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Camp lejeune, NC, 28547

“Abigail was a wonderful sitter! I appreciated that she sent pictures and updates often. She was easy to communicate with and took great care of our dog. We will definitely be using her as a sitter again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Aanchal S.
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Aanchal S.
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$33
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 71 reviews
21 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Jacksonville, NC, 28546

“I had an amazing turn out with Aanchal taking on Toby last minute for the entire weekend, welcoming him in full arms, she updated my everyday with pics & general information on Toby, due to this being his first experience with an stranger Toby loved her immediately. She adjusted to his behaviors catering to his needs & making sure he was so happy & comfortable💕 Toby was actually sad to leave her, which just means in such a short amount of time she connected with him knowing Toby & his past with strangers this really made me so proud & happy & I will continue to board with her. Thank you”

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Lehman D.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
4 years of experience
Newbern, NC, 28562

About: I helped trained animals, aided in births of new pups, bathed all different types of breeds, House sit animals when people go on vacation, I walk their animals and feed them when needed. I only work on weekdays on weekends I go to Virginia to visit and Tuesday it is on and off, I’m still in high-school I got one semester left to go so I would only be able to do night shift I have a black German Shepard I would take her to the park every week and I would give her bath 1-2 time a month and I would feed my dog 2 times a day one in the morning and one at late evening

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rebecca is fantastic! My dog is a bit shy, but she was so respectful of his space and helped him feel completely comfortable. She sent constant updates, which gave me so much peace of mind. Highly recommend!

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Kelly M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our Ziggy enjoyed her time at Brittany and Matt's place! She became fast friends with King and another Rover dog. Ziggy came back to us tired and happy, just as we had hoped. They are great communicators and have a wonderful fenced in back yard and easy to walk neighborhood for both play and walks. We plan on having them watch Ziggy again in the future.

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Kevin D.
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Jessica was an amazing Sitter. She’s a great care of our Sheepadoodle. He loved being there she must update it on how he was doing and sent us lots of pictures. I would highly recommend her to watch your dog.

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Peggy K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Beth is so nice, and she looked after our Niko boy just fine!! I feel like Niko is totally safe with her!!!

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Donna V.
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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 River Bend 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 River Bend.

<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 River Bend 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.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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