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$57
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 371 reviews
143 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

“I can’t say enough about Vanessa. Good communicator, loved my pup (spoiled the heck out of him) and sent the cutest photos/videos. If you are looking for a responsible, loving sitter choose Vanessa!”

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Amber C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 repeat client
19 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27712

“Amber and her family are amazing! They welcomed Melo in as part of the fam for a whole week and he loved it. Their place is a great escape to roam around in nature and close to home. Also chickens… so plenty of entertainment and stimulation! lol”

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Maria del Mar M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27514

“Maria was great, very communicative and sent lots of pictures of my pups stay. Olive seemed very well cared for and happy when I picked her up, always a great sign!”

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Katrin W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
5 repeat clients
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: Krystene K.
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Krystene K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 58 reviews
18 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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Allison J.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
8 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

“Super friendly lady my dog loved her instantly and she really got a long while with her. I have a husky so I'm not quite sure how hard that is. Plenty of belly rubs and walking.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Bruna Yumi V.
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Bruna Yumi V.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27701

“Even though my booking was so last minute, Bruna was able to accommodate me and my Koa. Bruna was responsive and kept in touch with me regarding Koa. I really felt at ease knowing my pup was being well taken care of. I highly recommend Bruna to anyone who would want their pet to be well taken care of!”

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Jodie S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
5 repeat clients
42 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27701

“Jodie was available to watch our sweet Shiba with little notice when we decided to sneak away to the beach last minute. Jodie is an excellent communicator, sending frequent photos and updates, and it is very obvious that she makes her canine guests feel comfortable and at home. We highly highly recommend Jodie!”

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Naotake I.
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$46
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27514

“Joe and Hitoko took care of our Lady Lou for more than a week, and she had the best time with them. I’m so thankful! My girl is usually very nervous and slow to warm up to people—sometimes she even gets stressed at home with us. But Joe made her feel safe, loved, and cared for. As an overprotective dog mom, getting regular updates, photos, and videos was such a comfort. It honestly felt like a family member was looking after her. They’re the best pet sitters—thank you so much!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren N.
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Lauren N.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
12 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27701

“So welcoming, warm, and easy. Seems to have a magical touch with pups. Not to mention that her house with it fenced front porch and yard is a doggie heaven. Lauren sent many pics—which showed my happy pup and also her attention and care. I feel very lucky to have found her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Hadassah A.
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Hadassah A.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27704

“Hadassah provided exceptional care and love for our pup and made sure to follow our requests and his routines . She was loving, patient and willing to allow her dog and ours to have fun adventures but also made sure to spend quality time with our dog and make him have the best vacation ever ! Thanks so much Hadassah!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Vincent T.
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Vincent T.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 139 reviews
56 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27713

“Vincent made sure our dog felt comfortable and had a great stay. Vincent’s friendly and communicates excellently—we hope Moxie has more stays with him and his dogs in the future!”

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adriana t.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
4 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27713

“Had my dog stay with Adriana twice and both times she did a great job. Great communication, flexible and overall a great help. Would def book her again! Thank you!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cathy O.
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Cathy O.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
5 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27713

“Cathy is a real gem, a treasure. Our boy George was in heaven during his stay with her. Her communications were frequent and the pictures were great. I never felt any sense of concern on my vacation about the care of my pet. I highly recommend Cathy but I would like to keep her as a best kept secret because she's so good at that she does. Thank you Cathy!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mary D.
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Mary D.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
U Street Corridor, Hillsborough, NC, 27278

“Mary is fantastic! She took both my dogs for a week and they were cared for in a safe place with exercise, tons of snuggles, a beautiful fenced yard, and the company of her two friendly dogs. The easy communication with Mary and her easy going attitude makes you feel like you are leaving your dogs with a trusted friend you’ve known for years . This has been the most positive pet sitting experience I’ve ever had using Rover. Thank you Mary for looking after the doodles like your own.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cathryn M.
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Cathryn M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
14 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27707

“Ava had such a good time and felt at home there! So many adventures and Cathryn sent photos and updates throughout the entire stay. I will definitely be rebooking!”

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Emily & William M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 147 reviews
48 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27713

“As always, we love having our dog stay there! She clearly has a blast every time, and it gives us so much peace of mind knowing she’s safe and well cared for.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Parker B.
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Parker B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27704

“Parker took amazing care of Milo while I was away! He made me feel comfortable with good communication throughout the stay. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Adrian & David M.
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Adrian & David M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 228 reviews
43 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27707

“Service, communication , pictures and most importantly my fur babies were all excellent with him. I will definitely be using him again. Dogs were picked up smelling wonderfully after a fresh bath and even received little bandannas. We’re all happy campers.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Africa C.
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Africa C.
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$40
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4.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Chapel hill, NC, 27514

“I recently had the pleasure of leaving my dog, Claire, in the care of an amazing dog sitter africa , and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the moment we met, it was clear that she genuinely loves animals and took the time to get to know Claire’s personality, habits, and needs. I wholeheartedly recommend Africa to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and professional dog sitter. I’ll definitely be booking again!”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kate was super caring and communicative and our dog had such an amazing time — so much so that I could tell that she was disappointed to return home to us. We would highly recommend Kate! Your dog will be in excellent hands!

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Anna L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our dogs had a great time, came home clean after having lots of fun on hikes! Love the family environment for the dogs, having kids around who live the dogs was really great :)

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Ellis H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melissa is amazing. She is super attentive to details, provides daily updates via pictures, and provides quality care. Melissa is friendly, helpful, and excellent with communication. We've been fortunate enough to have Melissa take care of our pet during multiple trips and have been more than pleased.

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in University is $39 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $27 and $60 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 1,613 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across University. 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.

95% of sitters in University 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 University 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 University.

<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 University 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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