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Sitter Profile Image: James J.
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James J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 289 reviews
98 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Waynesville, NC, 28786

“They take great care of my fur babies and give plenty of updates on them ! Second time I’ve booked with them and highly recommend and will use them again”

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Kaitlyn S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
5 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Waynesville, NC, 28786

“Kaitlyn and her family were so wonderful to our dog, Cocoa! They treated her like their own and she was so spoiled staying with them! Kaitlyn sent several photo updates throughout each day! She took Cocoa on multiple daily walks, made sure she ate her food, gave her a new toy, and even sent her home with a new bandana! It was purr-fect!”

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Nancy S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 146 reviews
63 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Clyde, NC, 28721

“Nancy was phenomenal! First time in ages I didn't have to worry about my fur baby while out of town. She provided updates and pictures and was happy to answer questions I had and treated her as one of her own. I cannot say enough great things about our experience. Definitely recommend as she is amazing.”

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Christie M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lake Toxaway, NC, 28747

“Fantastic service. Beautiful country home with huge yard. Sent us photo updates 4 different times. Will use again any chance we get. Thanks again. Danny was so comfortable and super happy.”

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Mary C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
Whittier, NC, 28789

“Mini had a great time staying with Mary! She has the best setup for dog-sitting! I highly recommend Mary and would definitely use her again if we are ever back in the area! Thank you, Mary!! We appreciate you!”

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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Waynesville, NC, 28786

“We've booked Autumn twice now and will happily do so again in the future! She is great about communicating and our pup loves all the paly time she gets there!”

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Emily W.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 22 reviews
6 repeat clients
29 years of experience
Waynesville, NC, 28786

“Wow! We lucked out choosing Emily as a sitter! She was fantastic. We needed a sitter at the last minute and Emily responded right away. We enjoyed meeting her and her sweet family. Our pup walked right in the door without a look back, like she was home. It was a blessing to be able to leave feeling like our pup was going to be fine. Emily sent messages and pics to reassure us that our old girl was settling in that evening and doing well the next morning. If we come back to this area again I would definitely ask for Emily. I’d highly recommend her to anyone. Thanks so much!”

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$48
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 79 reviews
28 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Candler, NC, 28715

“Alexis is a really considerate sitter who took the time to send us a lot of photos of Dory and also take her on a few walks. She has an enclosed yard which was handy and a very comfortable apartment - I have no doubt our dog slept on every cushion within jumping range. Would highly recommend Alexis and will contact her again in the future!”

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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Whittier, NC, 28789

“Tia is awesome! My pup’s first overnight and day camp went great. She sent lots of cute pics and the sweetest little write-up of how his stay went. I felt so comfortable leaving my little guy with her, especially after getting to meet the other dogs and seeing how calm and loving she was in her interactions with all of them. We are so grateful that our dog has a safe and nurturing place to socialize, play, and tire himself out! We will definitely be back and he can’t wait 😊”

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Deanna W.
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$45
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50 years of experience
Waynesville, NC, 28786

About: I’ve always loved caring for dogs, often helping neighbors and friends with their dogs. And I look after my grandpup Whiskey, a husky, whenever my son travels. Your pet will enjoy a calm, steady routine while staying with me. I work full‑time from home, so they’ll have company throughout the day and plenty of attention. We’ll follow their usual schedule — walks, meals, potty breaks, and any comfort habits they rely on. Evenings are relaxed and cozy with playtime and snuggles. You’ll receive updates and photos so you always know how your pet is doing. For cats: They settle in easily here and enjoy a quiet, cozy space with lots of gentle attention. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my top priorities. I keep a steady routine throughout the day so pets know what to expect and feel secure while they’re with me. I live in a quiet, comfortable home that’s very pet‑friendly and easy for animals to settle into. Since I work from home, your pet will have company throughout the day and won’t be left alone for long stretches. Supervised outdoor time: I don’t have a fenced yard, so all outdoor time is on‑leash and supervised. I’m mindful of other dogs we may meet on walks and keep interactions calm and controlled. Safe indoor environment: Inside, pets can relax, nap, and settle in a pet‑friendly space where I’m always nearby. At times, my grandkitty Kitana may be here, and she’s calm, gentle, and used to sharing space with visiting pets. Communication: You’ll receive updates and photos so you always know how your pet is doing. If anything seems off — changes in appetite, behavior, or comfort — I’ll let you know right away.

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Donna T.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 61 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Clyde, NC, 28721

“Donna was good for Ootie! He acted very well-balanced when we picked him up. Donna was also gracious with timing for pickup and drop off! She’s a pro!”

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Scott C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Clyde, NC, 28721

“Scott took great care of Cheyenne and gave her extra love during thunderstorms. He has a beautiful property and Cheyenne had a great time playing with his pups.”

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Megan P.
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$65
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Franklin, NC, 28734

“Megan is such a wonderful dog sitter. Her love for dogs shines through and when we picked up Penny, Megan gave us feedback on the stay and how everything went. Penny was obviously comfortable with her and now I know we have a knowledgeable, trustworthy person we can count on to care for our dog when we are out of town.”

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Stephanie L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
38 years of experience
Waynesville, NC, 28785

“Dropped our dog off for a few days to stay with Stephanie. Very easy to communicate with her and accommodating with our schedule. Will definitely use her again!”

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Hayley A.
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$40
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15 years of experience
Sylva, NC, 28779

About: Howdy! My love for animals is ever growing! I have a few fur babies of my own, but I’m so excited to get to hang with the pets within my community! I’ve cared for a large range of animals- from brand new babes to old farts- cats, dogs, lizards, snakes, chickens, ducks, horses, goats, pigs, fish, etc! I currently have open availability! I’m in a transition period for my seasonal jobs, which means more time for adventures and cuddles with your pets! Regarding pups- I have one sweetie ole girl at home. If caring for the pets in my space, I like to do a pre-sit meeting to make sure they get along beforehand. (If that doesn’t work I can always keep them separated during the stay). We have a fenced in back yard with lots of room for the zoomies! & a few acres around us to roam if they have good recall. Regarding most other animals- would be happy to come to your place and follow your routine!

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Lisa B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 79 reviews
12 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Waynesville, NC, 28786

“Lisa and Joe are perfect for dogs that need lots of attention. They're also great with handling dogs with fear aggression which our dog Rocco has. We were worried about finding someone in the area that would accept him, now they are best friends”

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Carrie G.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
11 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Waynesville, NC, 28786

“Carrie was amazing! She took such good care of our dog and was great with communication! We received photos everyday. She and her family treated our pup like part of their family and she came home happy & healthy! We highly recommend Carrie and will definitely book with her again!”

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Pamela M.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
11 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Highlands, NC, 28741

“Pamela is good sitter ever. She took care of my dog sincerely. Pamela accepted my request even it was suddenly. She so sweet and I will choose her again.”

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Bradly L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Clyde, NC, 28721

“I and our dogs experience with Bradly and his wife Naomi was great! They kept us informed daily of the conditions and whereabouts of our dog Onyx! We were very pleased with how they tended to him! We most definitely will be using them again! We highly recommend them!”

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Theresa H.
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$26
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3.9 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Canton, NC, 28716

About: I've had about 3 years of experience doing pet sitting professionally, but I've been taking care of pets since childhood. I've mainly done work for neighbors or friends, and I've taken care of dogs big and small as well as cats. I've cared for pets who've had various conditions such as arthritis, cataracts, blindess, and deafness, and have experience administering time-sensitive medicine. Also, although I have not taken the steps to get certified as a trainer, I have helped assist a dog trainer many times and have experience in caring for "rowdy" or hyperactive pets. I'm currently a student, but have plenty of time available throughout the day! My schedule is most open during the morning (8am-10am), afternoon (2pm-5pm) and late night hours (8pm-11pm). But, if your pet needs care midday or during the evenings, I can be flexible and adjust accordingly. I make sure to treat your pets as if they were my own. I save any and all written or spoken instructions from owners to make sure pets are given care they are comfortable with and used to. When doing drop-ins, feeding and playing with pets are included. If requested I can also bathe and administer medicine to pets. When walking dogs, I spend 30-60 minutes with them depending on the pet and owner's requests and can walk them as many times a day as needed (within reason). Also, I can accomodate any personal preferences in regards to putting pets in crates, letting them in the backyard, etc. I'll also send picture updates of your pet after I'm done with every visit. I'm always open to questions and requests!

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Amy is incredible - I am usually a nervous wreck when leaving my pup and I was so relaxed, a knowing she was in such great care. Can’t recommend enough!

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Liz H.
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Amy took good care of my little dog, Zeke. I appreciate so much that she sent updates about him throughout the week. Thank you, Amy!

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Denise T.
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Chewy & Duke were in great hands — and their happiness says it all 🐾😊. It’s always such a relief to know your furry family members are well cared for.

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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 Sylva 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 Sylva.

<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 Sylva 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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