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

Amanda provides a great place for the pups, my dog had a great time with his friends there, and she was very patient with his puppy behavioral issues!

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Andrea L.
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Evie & Fritz P.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

The experience was great. Our dog got a lot of care and attention. The communication was excellent with a lot of pictures and updates during the visit.

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Katrin W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 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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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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Bruna Yumi V.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 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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Vanessa J.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
173 reviews
68 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27517

I never worry about my dog Rosie when she stays with Vanessa! She always comes home happy, loved, and exhausted from so much good play time. 100% reccomend!

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Marilyn C.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
304 reviews
97 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27704

Zeno had a wonderful stay! He got along great with her kids as well as her two dogs, all of which played with him. He came home happy and relaxed. We received great communication with lots of pictures about his stay.

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

Emily was so great with Fury! She sent lots of photos and video and I could tell that Fury got plenty of outside time, which he loves. He even got to play with puppies when he was there - he came home exhausted! Would absolutely rebook!

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

Erin and her husband looked after our dog very well and sent lots of pics so we new that she was having a great time getting walks and lots of play time.

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

Jade was great! She was responsive and took great care of my dog. My flight back got delayed several hours and she was flexible and accommodating.

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Alice T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
131 reviews
62 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27517

She did a great job in taking care of both big dogs Lab and Goldendoodle. Provided us with detail daily updates and took the dogs for walk as well.

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Miyu Y.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
12 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Miyu is excellent! I highly recommend. She's kind and consistently expressed care and attention to my dog. I know my dog was well cared for and we look forward to booking her in the future.

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Allison J.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Yogis stayed with Allison multiple times, she’s fantastic!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica & Jonathan B.
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Jessica & Jonathan B.
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$52
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5.0 out of 5 stars
129 reviews
65 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

Jessica is amazing. She was very flexible with drop off and pickup time. She sent me pics everyday. Simba had a great time with her. I would definitely reach out her again in future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren M.
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Lauren M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
21 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Efland, NC, 27243

Lauren took excellent care of our sweet girl while we had to take a quick out of state trip. She was very patient with our change in travel plans/dates and extremely accommodating and responsive. Louise really seemed to enjoy her time there, running and playing with Lauren's dogs. Lauren sent pictures, gave Lou her familiar spaces with her crate and blankets and her mat she likes, and walked her around outside to let her get acclimated before she took her in to meet her dogs. She has lots of land with fenced areas so that everyone can play, and she clearly enjoys what she does. We will be repeat clients for sure.

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Sitter Profile Image: Caroline H.
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Caroline H.
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$52
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27701

Absolutely wonderful! We had our pupper stay for the evening while we went to a show! She was amazing and super accommodating! I highly recommend her!

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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 the best sitter! My dog was clearly super comfortable and at ease with her because she came back to us super happy and not too exhausted. Tracy kept us updated with adorable pics, and let Brandy snuggle on her soft blankets. I would definitely recommend Tracy to a friend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren N.
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Lauren N.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
11 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27701

Shadow had so much fun with Dita! Lauren was super responsive and sent lots of pictures and videos! Would definitely bring Shadow over again.

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Naotake I.
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$46
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 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: Giancarlo N.
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Giancarlo N.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 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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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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David P.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in University on Rover is $38.85 per night (as of August 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 August 2026, there are 1,638 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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