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Sitter Profile Image: Bryan H.
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Bryan H.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
48 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27704

Our old girl once again thrived in her stay with Bryan and his family, who showered her with love, picture updates, and plenty of space for outside adventure!!

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Amanda C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
148 reviews
69 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Stem, NC, 27581

Amanda was great with our handsome Finn! We had a last minute matter come up out of state and our regular sitter was out of town as well. Luckily after searching and searching I was able to find Amanda! We have a 7ish year old Doberman who is super loving and quirky and she took such great care of him. I’m so happy that I did not have to worry as she was sending pics and updates the entire time. Finn came home happy and healthy and we will definitely be using her services in the future. Thanks Amanda!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Marilyn C.
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Marilyn C.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
295 reviews
95 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27704

Marilyn is wonderful! She did such a fantastic job caring for Aoife. She kept up excellent communication from start to finish. Highly, highly recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Katrin W.
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Katrin W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
35 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27712

Katrin was AMAZING! My husband and I are so anxious leaving our dogs and katrin put our minds at ease immediately. From the moment we arrived, the dogs were clearly comfortable and in great hands. She shared regular updates and pictures, administered our senior dog’s medication, and went the extra mile in every possible way to make sure our pups felt right at home. We’re so grateful for her animal loving heart!

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Sitter Profile Image: Valerie R.
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Valerie R.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
9 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Wake Forest, NC, 27587

I have to admit, I had never used rover it was last minute. My usual boarders we're full, but i came across Valerie and her profile made me take that chance. Im so glad i did she was amazing! She sent pics everyday, she made my trip more relaxed and i was at ease. I will use her services again my dogs loved her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Camila & Lino R.
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Camila & Lino R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
38 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27703

Thank you Camila and Lino for taking care of Buckshot. I had concerns about him having separation anxiety and fireworks trauma. They provided the care he needed to get through NYs eve. And no worries about anxiety, they made him feel at home. Not only did we have a vacation, but our dog did also. We will be return customers.

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Romel & Carolina M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
21 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27703

Romel and Carolina were amazing. They gave timely updates and Anchovy looked to be having a blast. They were very responsive and I appreciate the time and care they put into Anchovy’s stay.

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David D.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
270 reviews
152 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Rougemont, NC, 27572

Oskar had a great time with David and being with other big dogs and running and playing in the pond. He seemed to really be in his element and what a great opportunity for him to be more active. We got some great action photos of him.

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Sitter Profile Image: Evan H.
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Evan H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27703

We were very pleased w the entire experience. We, with our two dogs, met Evan in advance to make sure everyone was comfortable and at that point I knew we were in good hands. Our babies had so much fun running around on a farm Happily recommend Evan.

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Sitter Profile Image: David G.
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David G.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
253 reviews
82 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27712

I had an awesome experience with Dave. He took great care of my pup! He checked in every day to let me know how she was doing. He also has a huge fenced in yard for the dogs to get their energy out. I can only recommend him, he does a great job!

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Sitter Profile Image: R G & Julie M.
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R G & Julie M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
40 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Northwest, Raleigh, NC, 27617

My puppy had so much fun with Greg and Julie! They treated him so well while I was away for a week and sent pictures and updates. I will definitely check with them again if I need someone.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alice T.
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Alice T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
109 reviews
51 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27517

Alice responded to questions quickly and sent photos of our two pups while she was caring for them. It was their first first time belng left with someone else, so she understood they might be apprehensive. She communicated observations with us, which we appreciated. We were. grateful for her help while we had to be away for meetings. We did tip her when we picked up our pups.

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Melissa & Michael R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27703

Did a great job communicating with us everyday, my dog was obviously loved like a member of their own family while she stayed with Michael and Melissa.

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Erin L.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
25 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27704

Erin was the best!!! Kept us updated with photos the whole time. Huge yard for our doggies to run. Will use again and again!! Thank you Erin!

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Sitter Profile Image: Bailey G.
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Bailey G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
7 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Raleigh, NC, 27615

Bailey was fantastic! She was very accommodating to our last minute need for boarding. She was very communicative and sent many pictures! She kept our dog busy and happy. We’ll definitely rebook in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kimberlee D.
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Kimberlee D.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
16 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Durham, NC, 27703

Kimberlee is incredibly attentive and great about sending updates and communicating while keeping your dog. We truly appreciate her attention to detail, her space, and how welcoming her dog was to ours.

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Sitter Profile Image: Krystene K.
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Krystene K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27713

Krystene responded quickly to my request and was very pleasant. She sent me pictures of my cat baby and updated me on how he was doing. I was very thankful Krystene was available to care for my cat during a family emergency. I would definitely use Krystene again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Denetra W.
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Denetra W.
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$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
3 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27703

Denetra is a wonderful pet sitter. She cares about both the physical and mental health of my dog. During their time together, she works on his training and he is always in good spirits at drop off and pick up

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Sitter Profile Image: Lorraine D.
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Lorraine D.
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$42
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4.9 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
22 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Youngsville, NC, 27596

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Lorraine to keep your animal. Not only is she home and attentive, she keeps you well informed about how the dog is doing while away. I felt very secure leaving my rat terrier for the first time ever and will absolutely use her again. She adored my pup the whole time and I cannot say enough how much I appreciate that! Also accommodating to keep a extra day so I didn’t have to rush. Thank you soooo much!! 5 stars!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ravon V.
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Ravon V.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Northwest, Durham, NC, 27703

Ravon is the best!! She is sooo sweet & genuinely loves my little dog Gus. She’s very responsive, flexible, & great at sending daily updates!

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Kim M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My dog Luna seemed to thoroughly enjoy her stay with Violette and her family! Violette sent me lots of pictures and videos, which I really appreciated. She was super kind throughout all of our communications, and very understanding when I had traveling delays. Luna was kept clean, fed, and well cared for. I would absolutely book Violette again, and would recommend anyone else to. She genuinely seems like a warm-hearted, good-spirited person!

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Alexis B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Very pleasant experience, Violette took exceptional care of Benji and kept in touch with pictures and videos. I could tell by the pictures and videos that he was having a great time with her and the other dogs. Will definitely use Violette again! Highly highly recommended!!!

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Beville N.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Stem on Rover is $33.17 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding 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 Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 1,629 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Stem. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

95% of Stem sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Stem landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Stem 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 Stem.

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 Stem 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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