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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda H.
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Amanda H.
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$35
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 186 reviews
77 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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Evie & Fritz P.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
13 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

“Evie & Fritz were so amazing with Lola. They sent me photos throughout each day and gave me updates on how she was doing! She got to play with lots of other dogs who were in doggy daycare with them and snuggled up with them at night! I felt so good knowing my girl was being so loved and well cared for! You guys are the best!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katrin W.
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Katrin W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
4 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27712

“Our dogs had such a great time with Katrin! She has plenty of outdoor space for them to explore and truly treated them as if they were her own. She even mixed their meals with rice bc they had upset stomachs! She gave us plenty of updates and pictures, and our dogs always looked so happy in the photos. We will definitely book with her again!!”

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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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Sitter Profile Image: Amber C.
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Amber C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 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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Sitter Profile Image: Allison J.
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Allison J.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
6 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: Miyu Y.
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Miyu Y.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
13 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

“Awesome sitter! Definitely will book again in the future. Compared to most sitters, I could definitely tell from pictures of his stay that my pup was much happier with Miyu! She was able to provide him with the perfect amount of attention.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin L.
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Erin L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 75 reviews
26 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27704

“Erin was the best!!! Kept us updated with photos the whole time. Huge yard for our doggies to run. Will use again and again!! Thank you Erin!”

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

“Marilyn and her family are wonderful. My corgi is always well loved and cared for with them. And Marilyn shares great photos so I can always see my pup while I’m away”

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Vanessa J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 182 reviews
70 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27517

“Vanessa was great! She kept us updated the whole time we were away. You can tell she definitely gave him lots of love and attention. Would definitely let her take care of our dog again”

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David G.
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$52
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 270 reviews
91 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27712

“David took great care of our dog while we were gone for a week! Communication was excellent and he was the perfect, easy going buddy for our dog! We look forward to booking again soon.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Karla C.
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Karla C.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27704

“Karla was an excellent host for my dog Goose! She was very responsive and provided pictures and videos each day she watched him. She was also very flexible when I unexpectedly had to ask for another day of hosting. Overall very satisfied!”

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Jade D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 68 reviews
24 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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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
• 51 reviews
17 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27705

“When my travel plans changed at the last minute, Tracy was incredible and kept Waldo for an extra 8 hours! He is so happy and comfortable with her.”

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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
• 30 reviews
13 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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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
• 55 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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Sitter Profile Image: Joelle H.
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Joelle H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Chapel Hill, NC, 27514

About: I have been around and grown up with all different animals my whole life! Even though I have been taking care of animals my whole life, I started overnight stays 5 years ago during my freshman year of college. I am comfortable with animals of all kinds and will do whatever they need to feel comfortable. I have experience giving different medications and following specific routines. I have two crazy German shorthaired pointers back at home and they are super high maintenance so I am used to it all! I completely understand that animals are family members and I am sure to do whatever possible to treat them the same way you would to be sure both them and you can stay stress free! I am currently a physical therapy student at UNC, so I do have classes during the day. However, if possible I will be sure to stop by in between classes and spend the rest of my free time with the animals. My best availability is from Friday night through Sunday night, but can still be there throughout the week just with less total hours spent at the house. I will be sure to follow whatever routine your animal and you are most comfortable with! Whatever is needed I can get done. I also keep things clean and will be sure to leave your house cleaner than when you left it!

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Bruna Yumi V.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 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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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
• 25 reviews
5 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Durham, NC, 27713

“We were so lucky to have Cathy! Our dog is a bit nervous about new situations, so we told Cathy that it would take a couple days before she would warm up. Three hours later, Cathy sent us a picture of her cuddled up on the couch. Our pup clearly felt right at home and our vacation was stress-free as a result. Thank you Cathy!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Naotake I.
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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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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 September 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 September 2026, there are 1,645 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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