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Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia W.
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Cynthia W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 53 reviews
20 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Ruckersville, VA, 22968

“Hank came home exhausted which means he had a blast. Cynthia did a great job in every Dept from communication to updates throughout the weekend. We were extremely pleased with her work.”

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Chris C.
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Aly B.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 68 reviews
24 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

“I highly recommend Aly B. She quickly answered all of my questions, both before and during my dog’s stay, sent daily photos, and kept my high energy dog safe and happy. A few days after my dog’s stay, Sunshine saw Aly and was so excited to see her, confirming that Aly provided a welcoming environment for my dog during her stay. I will definitely use Aly again to care for my fur baby.”

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Melissa J.
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Kara M.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Harrisonburg, VA, 22802

“Kahlua seemed to have a fun time with Kara and her family. She got to play in the yard and come in during the hot day. She sent pictures and video updates whoch I always appreciate. I will be reaching out next time I need a sitter😊”

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Sitter Profile Image: Hillary D.
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Hillary D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 117 reviews
34 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Crozet, VA, 22932

“Hillary provided updates including photos and videos of my pup Daisy at a cadence that kept me worry free but was not excessive. Daisy came home happy and looked well cared for. Will definitely be a repeat customer.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brandy F.
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Brandy F.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 77 reviews
33 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Harrisonburg, VA, 22801

“Thank you so much for taking care of our dogs while we were on vacation! And a special thank you for taking care of Joey while he wasn’t feeling well. You guys are awesome!”

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Sarah E.
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Magda & Chris Z.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Boston, VA, 22713

“Magda was amazing! She was flexible and accommodating to me when my plans had to change and she put me at ease knowing that my doggo would still be taken care of. I will definitely be booking with her again and I recommend that you should too!”

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Josey T.
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Jani & Paul R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 195 reviews
43 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Crozet, VA, 22932

“Jani and Paul are so wonderful with Gizmo! They are attentive and communicative. They send photos and sweet updates throughout the day. Gizmo enjoys boarding with them and exploring the beautiful fenced in yard and chilling inside with them. It’s amazing peace of mind knowing he’s being loved on and well cared for while we are traveling!”

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Claire V.
Sitter Profile Image: Kendyl H.
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Kendyl H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 74 reviews
20 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Timberville, VA, 22853

“Gouda loved his time with Kendyl! She was responsive and great with sending us updates while he was there. Will absolutely be using Kendyl in the future for dog boarding!”

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Katelynn H.
Sitter Profile Image: Heather & Nigel S.
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Heather & Nigel S.
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$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 180 reviews
80 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

“Heather was great! She gave me multiple updates on Melvin daily! Every trip from now on I will be using Heather! Melvin didn’t want to come home he had such a great time!”

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Evan R.
Sitter Profile Image: Christine & Charles P.
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Christine & Charles P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22980

“Our dog Lincoln loved staying at Christine’s place! She took such good care of him, and he came home very happy! We enjoyed our vacation without having to worry about our dogs comfort of safety. Thank you Christine!”

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Brianne C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

“Brianne was amazing with my pup, Baci. She was quick to communicate, so kind, very flexible, and I picked up a happy dog. I highly recommend Brianne. This is one of my first dog sitting experiences and I’ll definitely be reaching out to her in the future!”

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Callie J.
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Alexandra & Logan M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22903

“Alexandra and Logan were wonderful with my (sometimes overly) curious terrier, Eddie! I am always concerned about Eddie escaping to chase an animal, and they took my concerns seriously and took steps to ensure that wouldn't happen. Their fence setup was great too - the fenced-in yard wraps all the way around the house, so even if a dog slipped out of the house, they would still be in the yard. On top of that, they sent lots of pictures and were so kind to Eddie. He didn't want to leave!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley B.
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Ashley B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

“Ashley watched my Lexie, 5 and a half year old black lab, for 6 days. She provided me daily updates and photos of Lexi's activities to keep me informed that she was doing well. I highly recommend Ashley as a resource to care for your dog as well.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Diane K.
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Diane K.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Harrisonburg, VA, 22802

“Diane came through for me at the very last minute when other plans fell through. I’m so grateful. And she took great care of Ziggy! He was clearly a happy boy!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Yana S.
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Yana S.
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$48
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 80 reviews
33 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

“Yana is amazing! She took such great care of my dog and sent daily pictures and updates which gave me peace of mind that he was happy and healthy while I was away. Highly recommend her!”

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Amie M.
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Lindsay M.
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$40
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
20 years of experience
Waynesboro, VA, 22980

“10/10 would absolutely book with her again! she was so prompt and responsive leading up to ollie’s stay, and she was incredibly accommodating. as soon as i arrived, she immediately made me feel like ollie was in good hands, which gave me so much peace of mind. he had such a fun time staying with her and even got to see goats, which was definitely a highlight! i really appreciated how caring and attentive she was with him.🩷”

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Mallory M.
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Emil F.
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$29
per night
4.7 out of 5 stars
• 66 reviews
29 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

“Emil was so sweet with my little pup and he came back super happy! He was very thorough with making sure he did everything he needed and let him sniff around all the time. A great place to send my little guy.”

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Sophia W.
Sitter Profile Image: Makaylah C.
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Makaylah C.
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$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Brightwood, VA, 22715

“Makaylah was absolutely wonderful. I needed very last minute overnight accommodations for my pup, and ended up needing an extra day of care. Makaylah was so kind and flexible. My dog (who is often nervous with new people for a few minutes) took to her immediately, and it made me feel so comfortable leaving her, and I got morning and evening texts with sweet pictures and updates on how she was doing. I would highly recommend Makaylah to anyone!”

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Katie R.
Sitter Profile Image: Kirstin S.
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Kirstin S.
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$63
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

“Kirstin was so wonderful with our dog; she took great care of her and we got lots of thoughtful updates. Our flight was delayed on our way back and she was so helpful and flexible throughout, and even kept our dog for an extra night. We were so grateful! Highly recommend; will definitely book again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Victoria K.
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Victoria K.
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$55
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Orange, VA, 22960

“Great care and great communication.”

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Alison Z.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Upper Pocosin is $50

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As of November 2026, there are 189 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Upper Pocosin. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

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.

98% of sitters in Upper Pocosin 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 Upper Pocosin 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 Upper Pocosin.

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Upper Pocosin. On Rover:

  • 95% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Upper Pocosin 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 VA 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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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