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Sitter Profile Image: Terry C.
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Terry C.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
75 reviews
25 repeat clients
15 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

We could not have been happier with Terry as our sitter! She was great at sending updates every morning and our dog seemed to be very happy spending time with her. He is also extremely picky when it comes to new people but Terry was great with him! We were very nervous as this was the first time we left him with a sitter for an extended period of time but Terry did a wonderful job to ease our nerves. It's also a huge plus that she can work from home as well so your pet will get full time care with her. She also left the house spotlessly clean and in pristine condition and was kind enough to leave us with gifts as well! 5 stars all around and we highly recommend her!!!

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Shanisa J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
20 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Shanisa is super knowledgeable about caring for dogs. She was great with our 3 challenging dogs! Shanisa stayed at our house for 4 days to take care of our dogs while on a camping trip. We have a German Shepherd, Chihawheenie, and a pit boxer mix all with their own personalities and challenges. She gave great updates and had great communication throughout our stay. She played, walked, and cared for them even dealt with medications as much as she could (lol Did I mention our dogs are challenging? :) Shanisa was even able to get our rescued dog on a leash for walks (she is the only other person that can do that other than me. Not even family she’d let close enough). We absolutely recommend booking her to take care of your pets!

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Heather W.
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$60
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8 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Carneys Point, NJ, 08069

Heather was very professional and kept me posted about the kiddos. I hope that she will sit for me again

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Chris M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
20 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19809

I was only away for the better part of two days and one night but really appreciated that Chris texted updates and sent lots of pictures letting me know my sweeties were safe and happy. She even washed the sheets and remade her bed before she left!

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Gianna F.
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$40
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1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19804

About: I’ve had dogs in my household since I was 5, meaning I’m skilled in taking care of dogs and am ready for anything they might need. I’ve dogs at for multiple neighbors of the years, and many of those dogs have been old dogs with specific instructions to keep them healthy. I’ve done multiple weeks of overnight care for dogs as well as simple daycare or dog walks for people that need help. I’m currently studying to become a vet and I would love to have the chance to get to know your furry companion! I am open to help out any day of the week as needed. I have a part-time job with schedule hours that change each week, but none of those hours include nighttime’s. I am willing to take your pet even last minute if I am capable. In my home, I make sure to let the dog out first thing in the morning and right before bed to allow them to use the bathroom as needed. In my household I take my dog for a walk around 9 every morning and 5 every night, then feeding him at 6pm. Other food given to him includes a treat in the morning and a couple in the afternoon that I put in his bowl. In between those times, I will spend time with my dog either sitting on the couch together watching tv or playing games.

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Michaela A.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
16 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

We booked Michaela for house sitting and pet sitting for our two senior dogs. One of our dogs requires medication twice a day and has mobility issues due to advanced arthritis. Our other dog has a reserved personality and can be very difficult with new "humans". Michaela was WONDERFUL! She took time and care to make sure our "difficult child" was comfortable with her, she is the "dog whisperer", he did warm up to her and we even got a picture of him snuggling with her while we were away. She also took special care with our dog with medical needs and made sure we knew he had had his medication as scheduled. Her communication was great, letting us know how the day was going etc.! We felt completely at ease with her care! 10 stars!!!

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Rachel L.
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$60
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4.8 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
6 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19808

Rachel came to stay with our pups for a week while we were away on vacation, and did an amazing job! We got lots of pictures and videos, and updates on how they were doing. I felt so comfortable knowing she was there with them, and was able to enjoy my vacation to the fullest. We will definitely book with her again in the future, and absolutely recommend her for all your pet-sitting needs!! Thank you, Rachel!

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Savannah B.
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$45
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4.8 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
22 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

Savannah took great care of our puppies for a few days while staying in our home. Everything was well looked after, and we felt comfortable knowing they were in good hands. She did a good job, and we would definitely call her again in the future.

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Rebecca C.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
101 reviews
20 repeat clients
6 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

Rebecca took excellent care of our pups and house while we were away on our honeymoon. She made us feel extremely comfortable so we could fully unplug and enjoy ourselves, knowing the dogs were happy and well taken care of!

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Heather B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
14 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19803

Heather was absolutely fantastic! She was extremely communicative from start to finish and has such a warm, positive personality. Our Boston Terrier, Lukin, is usually very anxious, but he did great with her — which says a lot! She took wonderful care of both him and our house while we were away. We really appreciated her updates and photos which kept us at ease. I can’t recommend Heather enough — she’s truly awesome and we will definitely be booking her again!

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Anthony B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
15 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

About: I have been pet sitting since I was a child, but I also have a few years of professional pet sitting experience as well with both cats and dogs. Big or small, young or old, I have cared for them all. I work from home so as long as I have a wi-fi connection, I can care for your pet and your home for as long as you need. Overnight stays are available I will always keep your pet in my sights and be aware of their needs throughout the day. I will keep you posted with constant updates throughout the day as frequently as you wish.

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Nina M.
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$60
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4.8 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
23 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19806

Nina was a great sitter to our two young pups! She kept us updated the whole time and was very communicative. We will definitely be asking her to sit for us in the future!

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Jenni L.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
181 reviews
74 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19711

Jenni was great with our 5 dogs. She would updates and pictures every day. Even got a video. Everything went smoothly. We will definitely use them again. I would highly recommend her.

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Elana F.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
5 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19806

About: I’ve casually pet sit for friends and family for years. Now that I have more free time, I’d love to take of your cat, dog, or other pet! I have a lot of free time while I’m researching how to become a public school teacher. As I spend some time figuring out my new career, I’d love to help out with your cat, dog, or other pet! I promise to care for your pet as if it were my own. I have experience caring for dogs and cats. I have been babysitting and nannying for years, so I’m very familiar with being left alone in a clients house. I know how to respect someone’s space.

Sitter Profile Image: Shannon M.
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Shannon M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Shannon is the absolute GREATEST! She’s professional, communicative and took amazing care of our animals. She’s not our first Rover but I'm hoping she’ll be our last! I am so relieved we found her and will always be our go to for when we need our pets looked after. 11/10. Thank you Shannon!

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin M.
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Erin M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Erin was great! She had perfect communication throughout and spent lots of time playing with and loving on our pups! We came back to a tidy house and tired dogs. ❤️

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Matthew S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
32 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Glen Mills, PA, 19342

Highly recommend. Matthew did a wonderful job caring for our pets and our house. Terrific communication and photos every day. Thank you Matthew!

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Brianna W.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
new castle, DE, 19720

Brianna was great! Gracie is a large energetic puppy and Brianna handled her without any issue and even took her to work with her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica P.
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Jessica P.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19810

Jessica did a fantastic job staying with my dogs while we were out of town. She was very thoughtful and regularly sent updates and pictures. I will definitely be booking with her again!

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$45
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7 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

About: I have always worked with animals!, From things like working at animal shelters to actually raising a dog while being in college for over the last year for Guiding eyes for the blind! I have great experience with watching and training! I do some work with animals like dog sitting for guiding eyes but other than that I don’t have much else taking up my time, other than school I have a fenced yard and two lovely dogs who are very playful! And a family who is very loving towards dogs and supports me with their care! I also love animals just overall no matter what they are!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Swanwyck Gardens is $55

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Jonaika was excellent and we would definitely have her pet sit again! She kept us very well informed, took great care of the dogs, and left the house clean and orderly.

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Jackie B.
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Brianna was great! Gracie is a large energetic puppy and Brianna handled her without any issue and even took her to work with her!

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Julia H.
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Rebecca did a great job watching our two cats. We gladly recommend her to take care of your fur babies.

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Deb R.
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Terry took wonderful care of our dog and cat for an extended in-home stay. She provided updates on our anxious dog and was very patient with him. We’ll definitely book with her again!

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Erica A.
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Savannah was great with Gracie! Kept in touch and left the house nice and tidy! I will definitely use Savannah again!

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Julia H.
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Zhane was great! Our dog can be a little high maintenance and we were worried about leaving her with a stranger for three whole weeks, but everything was great. Zhane checked in often and sent pictures and videos and took great care of our pup. We came back to a clean place and a happy dog!

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Paz C.
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Courtney watched our girl while we got away for a holiday weekend trip with our grandkids. Whole we were away it snowed 6 inches! We were surprised to arrive home not only to an orderly home and Happy dog, but to a fully cleared driveway that Courtney has shoveled by hand! During her time with our epileptic dog, Courtney made sure that all her meds were given on time and she made mental notes about her neurological state, which she conveyed to us when we arrived home. Our weekend was much more relaxing knowing that Courtney was there to handle any medical emergency (thankfully there weren't any).

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Lisa D.
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Faith was great taking care of Maxey and sent updates and pictures to keep us informed. When we returned he was happy and calm and we know we wouldn’t get this same care with boarding him. Also the house was clean and deliveries were brought in which was very much appreciated!

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Nicole J.
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My cats were very well taken care of she followed all my directions which were a lot lol I would definitely recommend her

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Lisa S.
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Casey was amazing again!! We cannot recommend her enough, especially since our dog can be a little nervous and not the best walking with new people. Casey made sure he was comfortable and still took him out for walks! She also kept us updated and communicated very well during the whole stay!

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Katherine O.
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As of July 2026, there are 4,217 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Swanwyck Gardens. 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 Swanwyck Gardens 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 Swanwyck Gardens 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 Swanwyck Gardens 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 Swanwyck Gardens. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% 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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