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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
• 208 reviews
89 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“Jenny was perfect for our Mason she stayed In contact with us throughout the time he stayed with her and everything worked out perfectly we would definitely book her again and highly recommended her. She is great 😊”

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Sitter Profile Image: Gabrielle & Andrew F.
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Gabrielle & Andrew F.
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$42
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2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Smyrna, DE, 19977

About: We have been a dog family for the past 11.5 years! We love our dogs so much! We have an 11 year old Australian Shepherd/Border Collie mix and a 2 year old Aussiedoodle. They are sweet and fun and love other dogs! We have 4 kiddos as well who love caring for the dogs including our 12 and 11 year old girls who love taking the dogs for walks! We are a homeschooling family so we are home most of the time and don't kennel our dogs at all while we are home! We have a huge fenced-in backyard that the dogs love to roam and run around in! Playing fetch in the back yard is a highlight in our home!

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Kari & Jospeh M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 45 reviews
21 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Townsend, DE, 19734

“I’m thankful for Kari & Jospeh’s family for loving and caring my baby like their own, it was stress free time during his stay we’re I don’t have to worry about how he is doing since he is in great hands. My boy would love to come back 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

“We had to make a last minute change to our schedule and Deanna was able to accommodate us! Deanna is amazing with our Baby!! She always keeps us updated and Bear is always happy to see her!!! She will always be my go to when I need someone to keep him!!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura G.
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Laura G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“Laura was great. She took wonderful care of our sometimes difficult pup and he loved being there with her and her pup Eugene. We’re going away for 10 nights soon and Laura is our first choice of sitters. We definitely recommend her to anyone needing a caring, supportive sitter in their home!”

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Karin H.
Sitter Profile Image: Jilesa D.
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Jilesa D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 90 reviews
38 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Dover, DE, 19901

“Jilesa is a very conscientious animal lover! The dogs were happy and relaxed when we picked them up, Bailey really didn't want to quit playing.”

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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: Yvonne & Joseph K.
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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

“It is so nice to know your dog is being cared for, Yvonne and Joseph has everything in place to keep our dog safe. promise to not leave her alone, and sent us updates. We could not have asked for anything more. We also appreciated the late pick up that they accommodated. Thank s again!”

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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: Karen D.
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Karen D.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 178 reviews
81 repeat clients
30 years of experience
North East, MD, 21901

“McDuff had a wonderful time staying with Karen. She is so good with him, provides a good amount of stimulation for him. He comes home played out.”

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Zackie T.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
6 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Magnolia, DE, 19962

“Zackie was amazing with my pup! So many pictures to keep me updated (& to help with missing my pup too haha) and Bella returned happier than ever after playing with her new BFF for the week:)”

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Kayla A.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Elkton, MD, 21921

“Tino was well taken care of by Kayla. She sent me daily pictures of my dog. She has three small children who played and even slept with Tino. I’m sure that made my dog feel at home.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Courtney H.
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Courtney H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
17 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Historic New Castle, DE, 19720

“The fact that Courtney is a vet was one of the reasons I reached out to see if she was able to watch Sunny for a weekend while I was out of town due to how anxious she can get. Let me tell you, she did not disappoint. During the meet and greet, she asked about emergency vet info and offered her office as an option for urgent but non-emergency situations since I don’t have a primary emergency vet. She was aware of Sunny’s needs while she was there. Courtney also kept great communication and sent lots of videos and pics during her stay. I would 10/10 recommend her and will definitely be booking services with her again when the time comes!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Dan K.
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Dan K.
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$52
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
15 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

About: I’ve have been a dog owner all throughout my life. I currently have a golden retriever that is three year old named Steve. I know level 1 and level 2 dog training techniques. And enjoy taking dogs for long walks to get their energy out. I live five minutes from my job and can come home if needed and never work weekends. My wife works from home 3 out of 5 week days. I have a large fenced in yard (.75 acres) and a dog friendly golden retriever named Steve. I have an extra crate available if your pet needs crating.

Sitter Profile Image: Brielle S.
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Brielle S.
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$38
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“Clear communication, attentive, and quick responses! My dog seemed to have a great time with Brielle. Got daily pictures which I appreciated. Will definitely be coming back.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Susan C.
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Susan C.
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$55
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 74 reviews
32 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“We needed a last minute sitter for our reactive pup and Susan was willing to take her with ease. She sent us pictures of our girl relaxing and being her goofy self throughout her stay. Our little Birdie was right at home with Susan and loved the backyard. We will definitely book with her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amber H.
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Amber H.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

“Amber was absolutely wonderful with Nala! She took such great care of her, and Nala had the best time playing and getting lots of love. You can tell Amber really knows how to make dogs feel at home. We would definitely book with her again without hesitation. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nancy L.
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Nancy L.
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$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“We are new to the area and we’ve always had friends or family watch our pups. This was the first time we needed to use Rover. Nancy gave us a great first experience and I’m so glad we have someone we can trust to leave our pups with if we ever need to board again! She asked great questions to get to know our pups before us dropping them off and she kept us up to date everyday with plenty of pics and videos. Nancy was very responsive as well. We will certainly be reaching out to her for future needs. Thanks again Nancy!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jeren C.
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Jeren C.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Centreville, MD, 21617

“Jeren was able to watch our new pup on short notice and did a great job. She sent daily pictures and descriptive updates. Our pup looked like she had a blast! Additionally, Jeren had no issues giving ear meds and was patient with our pup's shy nature. When we need a petsitter again, we'll be contacting Jeren first!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Yinali R.
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Yinali R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
13 years of experience
Milford, DE, 19963

“Yinali was great and spoiled my pup with a lot of walks and love. She kept us updated regularly with pics and notes. We definitely recommend her and will use her again without hesitation.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily was amazing. She listened very carefully to everything we needed since our pup needs a little extra care. The videos and pictures were great and let us know he was having fun. He had his own space and still got to play with the other dogs. She was careful to match him with other dogs at his energy level. Only note is that she does take a little to respond initially/during the day but that’s just because of how much attention the dogs are getting.

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Jared B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thelma was great with our dog Trey! As soon as he got to her home, he fit right in with her dogs! She showed us the areas he would be in while there ( which were secure) and made us feel comfortable about leaving him. Thelma sent plenty of pictures an communicated with us the whole time we were away. I would def rebook!

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Elyse W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

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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5.0 out of 5 stars

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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Ashley H.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Smyrna is $53 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $37 and $67 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 358 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Smyrna. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

94% of sitters in Smyrna can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Smyrna 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 Smyrna.

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 Smyrna 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 DE 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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