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Evie & Fritz P.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

Evil and Fritz were terrific! They were very understanding of our dog’s behavior and needs. They sent photos and messages regularly. Ziggy looked so well cared for and content with them. I’m so glad we found such good caregivers.

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Kristen P.
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Maria del Mar M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 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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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 consistently takes great care of my dog. She sends fun pictures and videos, handles any health concerns that come up, and she even took him to the dog park so that he could play. I am very grateful when Alice is available to take care of my dog.

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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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Amanda H.
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$35
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4.8 out of 5 stars
181 reviews
75 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Amanda was a dream. She helped me out when I had my days mixed up and was lovely with my pup. She was so gre At my pup didn’t want to leave. Would definitely recommend and rebook.

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Giancarlo N.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

So grateful for Giancarlo's excellent care! Our pup does not do well with boarding facilities, but Giancarlo kept him happy and health for over a week. We appreciate Giancarlo's flexibility and frequent updates. We look forward to booking with him again!

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Vanessa J.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
169 reviews
63 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27517

First time Rover user and Vanessa was really flexible, which I appreciated. We did a test run for doggy day care for our 2 pups. Went well and the puppies wanted to stay longer! Would def drop our doggies off again.

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Emily M.
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$52
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
33 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Our second time booking with Emily and her care was nothing short of amazing! She sent us daily photos and videos of my high energy beagle having a great time with the other pups. 10/10!

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

Erin and her hubby are amazing! They took such good care of my pup, sent daily pics and vids, and even administered her meds. My baby girl had a great time on her “vacation” and got along well with Lani. I would definitely recommend them and will certainly be using them again! Thanks so much, Erin!

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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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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 was very accommodating to our dog who has seizures. She went above and beyond for him. Our fur baby had a lot of fun and we felt very secure leaving him with Marilyn so we could have a restful vacation of not worrying. I highly recommend her to care for your fur baby. They will have a blast with pup cups and plenty of furry friends to play with. She kept us informed with a lot of photos and updates. We will definitely be using her services again.

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Lauren M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
20 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Efland, NC, 27243

Lauren was terrific! She instantly put my somewhat anxious Basset Hound at ease when we did the meet and greet - and her backyard is simply a paradise for someone like Fern. Lauren kept me updated throughout Fern's stay, and she also asked me questions about Fern that let me know she is experienced and cares about the animals. Fern didn't seem to be very eager to leave. We will definitely visit with Lauren again if she will have us!

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Sitter Profile Image: Tracy C.
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Tracy C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
16 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Tracy was super responsive to my messages when I reached out to her about boarding my dog. We scheduled a meet and greet which was really helpful and she provided updates throughout my dog’s stay. I would definitely book again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Julia B.
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Julia B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
5 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Remi is an anxious dog but seemed to enjoy/was comfortable during her time at Julia’s! Julia sent a ton of pics each day so I was never worried about how she was doing. We’ll definitely be using her again! :)

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Jade D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
18 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Jade is great with my dog Duke. She is attentive and pointed a hot spot that he kept scratching which allowed me to treat it and give him some relief. Thanks again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Vanessa R.
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Vanessa R.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
365 reviews
143 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Vanessa did a amazing job taking care of my doggy. He had so much fun and she always sent me pictures of him. I would highly recommend Vanessa

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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

David was great! Definitely recommend. Dropped my pup off for the weekend (1st time leaving w/someone else) & really felt reassured & comfortable with him watching. Appreciated & definitely will be using & referring when he's available.

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Erin M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
15 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Erin provided great care for my pup and sent regular updates so I knew he was okay! Her puppy Maeve is an angel!

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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
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27713

Cathy was a wonderful sitter! She followed all our instructions, sent lots of updates and pics, and genuinely connected with our pup. We felt so good knowing our dog was in great hands. Would absolutely book with Cathy again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Cathryn M.
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Cathryn M.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27707

Kate had an important work activity in the middle of Kai's stay with her and it was a bit of a challenge finding another sitter at such short time. She was willing to cancel her work commitment if we were not able to find Kai a sitter but luckily everything was sorted out at the last minute. Thank you Kate for your commitment.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in University is $48

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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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David P.
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Amanda was great, Axl had an amazing time at Amanda’s place. Axl can’t wait to go back and fun again with his friends. Thank you

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Maria O.
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - University

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The average cost for Dog Boarding in University on Rover is $38.85 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 1,649 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 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 University 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 University 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 University 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 University.

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 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 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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