Dog Boarding Shotwell
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“Aimee was phenomenal with Oshie. She took great care of her, and I could tell when I picked her up that she was so happy. Aimee sent daily pictures and updates, which, as a pet parent, everyone loves pupdates! I will definitely be contacting Aimee to watch Oshie again. Thank you for taking my baby in and loving her as much as I do!”
“Hanna is the BEST!! This is our second time leaving our fur babies with her and she is so good with them...sends us daily pictures, takes them on daily walks, and even handled a stressful situation when we dropped them off with ease. She’s definitely our go-to sitter from now on!”
“Brianna did an amazing job taking care of my 6-month-old puppy! She clipped her nails and took such great care of her. She kept me updated throughout the day with photos and videos, which gave me so much peace of mind and let me know how she was doing. She seemed to have such a great time with her! I really enjoyed the entire experience, from booking with Brianna and meeting her to having her care for my puppy. She was kind, attentive, communicative, and clearly cares about the dogs she looks after. I’m so happy with the experience and would absolutely recommend Brianna to anyone looking for an amazing sitter! 🐾❤️”
“Mitzi was great! Our dog had so much fun at her house. It was so nice to get little updates and pictures while we were gone. We will definitely be booking with her again.”
“Took such good care of my little Sadie! She is 12 and this was the first time she didn’t stay with family for more than a day. Michelle gave great updates and Sadie loved her!”
“My little one had so much fun staying with Courtney! I did not have to worry at all about her care or safety while I had to be away. Courtney sent daily updates with pictures. I will definitely use Courtney again!”
“Where do I start!? Milika was absolutely amazing with Daisy. I was very nervous because it was my first time using a sitter and leaving her for such an extended period of time. Milika reassured me that Daisy would okay and the way she took right to Milika said it all. Milika sent pictures and videos everyday. Milika’s children took to Daisy as well and they are so sweet. I would go to Milika every time I’m in need of a sitter for my fur baby. She’s truly an amazing and loving person. 10/10 id recommend Milika 100 million percent.”
“Cay is a dog whisperer. He was very caring for my baby boy. Cay was very flexible. My baby boy didn’t even want to come home he had so much fun over there. Cay is awesome and he will take good care of your little one.”
“Jessica & Shayne are the absolute best! Loki stayed with them for a second time, and he was so excited to be back. He adores the kids, and they are the sweetest to him. For the first time ever when leaving him, Loki’s separation anxiety disappears. I can now travel worry free knowing he’s so well taken care of and well loved. Highly recommend them!!”
“Kelly and Jacob were great. They took care of my hyper 3month old Lab puppy for the weekend. My dog seemed to feel safe with them as he was cuddling up with the kids on the couch. Kelly was great about sending pictures of my puppy during his stay and made me not have to worry about if he was okay.”
“We are extremely happy with the care Maria gave our two fur babies. My fur babies received belly rubs, play time with her 2 children and her fur baby. They loved to run in her big enclosed yard. She administered monthly medicine, gave them baths and even washed their bedding. I received videos and pictures of their daily routine. She took care of them as if they were her own. Maria is awesome. I definitely will be using her again. I highly recommend her. Thank You Maria. ❤️”
“Kelly took wonderful care of our two fur-babies! She was able to help our senior girl with meds and made sure she was comfortable while our puppy played in the fenced yard. Fantastic with communication and photos throughout our stay! Will definitely book with her again”
“Leo had a great time with Deanna. He was well cared for and she sent lots of pictures. While he stayed with Deanna, he needed to take antibiotics, and Deanna was great about giving that to him. Thanks!”
“Great experience! Sonya was VERY welcoming to me and Maya (my doggy) and asked good questions. She kept me updated the whole time with pictures and messages. She ensured that Maya was comfortable and made the entire process very easy.”
“Sayaka was an amazing dog sitter! Duke was well cared for and even made a best friend during his stay. Sayaka sent regular updates and clearly loves animals. We came back to a happy, boy!! Highly recommend Sayaka —especially if your dog loves having a playmate!”
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Shotwell
I could tell Jeovanna and her husband treated Henry like he was their own! This was his second stay at their house and he was excited the moment we pulled into their driveway. Jeovanna sends picture updates which I love and are much appreciated! I will definitely be using them again when I need someone to watch Henry.
Luke was so easy to work with and took great care of my dog. He required a meet and greet first with his own dog which helped put my mind at ease. He also sent text updates and pictures every day. He is very close to where I live so I absolutely will be using him again!
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- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 Shotwell 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 Shotwell.
<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 Shotwell 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 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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