Personalized care for your dog or cat - Epworth

“Angela took great care of our pups during their stay! She sent videos and pics throughout the day and we felt very confident leaving them with her. They are big dogs but she handled them well. She also came out prior to their stay to meet them so that they would recognize her when we dropped them off. Highly recommend!”

Duncan S.

“What an outstanding time Gracie had staying with Darlene and her family! She had never had an overnighted at a strangers house before and now she had 7 in a row!! Darlene had invited us over for a pre-stay visit and within minutes both Gracie & I were sure we’d made a good choice. Darlene has a wonderful place catering to animals, with plenty of space away from traffic & everyday distractions with a fenced play area for the usual shenanigans. ? Both the house and her family (humans & dogs & cats) are so welcoming, safe and clean. As excited as she was to see me after 7 days, I could tell she wanted to stay longer. I anticipated that as Darlene sent photos and updates to me everyday. Gracie has mad some new friends and can’t wait for the next sleepover. Thank you Darlene!!”

Christopher W.

“Emily was very patient with our stubborn English Bulldog. Her space was comfortable for our dog’s needs— added bonus of a fenced backyard. Emily is kind, compassionate, and responsive to communications. Would 100% recommend and use her services again.”

Emily & Matt L.

“When my usual Rover sitter was unavailable, I found Ashley to watch our Charlie for a busy Friday evening-Sat afternoon. She was highly responsive when I first reached out, and we briefly talked on the phone and it was clear she was thoughtful and would be attentive to our 1.5 year old Cavalier. She made herself available to the drop-off and pick-up times that were most convenient for me, and sent reassuring pictures throughout the stay. I wouldn't hesitate at all to have our pup stay with Ashley again in the future. Great experience.”

Jon D.

“Sissy was well taken care of by Esmeralda. I was sent periodic updates and pictures that made me smile. We would definitely use Esmeralda again if we were back in that area.”

Diana H.

About: I love animals! I will take care of your pet as my own and love them as my own while you are gone. I am responsible and dependable I am a substitute teacher and love animals. I am available 7 days a week for your pet sitting needs. Let know how I can help I will Pet sit in your home. I can stay overnight, or come in and take out to walk, feed and go potty as needed

About: I’ve been taking care of animals since I was 9 from farm animals to fish and lizards from training puppies on house breaking to helping my family dog outside after hip surgery My plans and life is scheduled around my pets walk time play time and feeding time I don’t do anything that would interfere with there time I have a dog he’s super human and other animals friendly he loves playing with other dogs and just making friends and if needed I could create him

“This is my third time booking with Angela and she’s honestly the best sitter; my little Britt adores her and he’s not the social type of cat 🥺 so it means a lot!”

Ana F.

“Aaron went above and beyond for our kitty! She got sick just before we were scheduled to leave; he gave her medicine, and dealt with the unpleasant litter boxes that accompanied her illness. Thankfully that only lasted a few days. She is shy, and never let him get a good look at her, but he kept trying. Aaron is also an excellent communicator. He kept us apprised of her condition (as revealed by her litter boxes). We highly recommend Aaron and hope to have him as our sitter for the foreseeable future.”

Georgia M.

“Angela is a lifesaver!! I could tell my pups really enjoyed their stay with her! I’m looking forward to booking again with her!”

Lateisha A.

About: Hi, I’m Maggie! I’ve had dogs my entire life and can’t imagine a home without them. I have lived on a farm surrounded by dogs, horses, and cats, which gave me years of hands on experience caring for animals of all sizes, breeds, and personalities. After losing my beloved German Shepherd, I began fostering others through rescues. A journey that’s been both healing and incredibly rewarding. It’s deepened my understanding of different temperaments, training needs, and the importance of patience, structure, and gentle consistency. Whether I’m boarding, house sitting, or stopping in for a visit, I focus on creating a calm, loving environment where every pet feels safe and cared for like family. I treat your pets and your home with the same care and respect I’d want for my own. I am currently working almost full time. I can spend evenings with your dog. I am usually gone around 6-8 hours a day at most. I do not have a fenced in yard, but I would only take outside on leash. I have a cat. I can keep the cat separated if needed.

“Everything was great! Great communication flexible hours. Great hospitality!”

Denton K.

“Thanks for taking good care of Honey Bee.”

Janet O.

About: Leaving a beloved member of your family with someone new shouldn't mean spending your trip or day worrying. I provide attentive, individualized care built around safety, comfort, familiar routines, and dependable communication so you can leave with confidence. 🐕 15+ Years of Dog-Care Experience • Individualized Care I have approximately 15+ years of hands-on experience caring for dogs, beginning with dogs I helped raise from puppyhood and continuing through adulthood and senior years. Today, that experience also includes professionally caring for dogs through Rover. I've cared for dogs with different ages, sizes, personalities, and temperaments—including seniors, medication needs, and companions requiring extra patience or attention. There's no one-size-fits-all care here. I learn what makes your companion unique: feeding and potty routines, exercise, medications, sleeping habits, personality, triggers, preferences, favorite activities, and comfortable alone time. Your instructions and their normal routine guide their care. 🏡 Boarding • House Sitting • Doggy Day Care Choose the care that fits them best. Boarding provides a comfortable, home-like environment with companionship, attention, play, appropriate exercise, relaxation, and affection. House sitting allows companions happiest at home to remain in familiar surroundings and maintain the routine they already know. Doggy day care provides attentive daytime care, companionship, play, relaxation, and appropriate activity while you're away for the day. I focus on compatibility and personalized attention, not treating someone you love like just another booking. 🕐 Flexible Schedule • Care Around Their Needs I primarily work through my own businesses, giving me greater control over my schedule. I spend significant time at home while occasionally leaving for business, errands, and other responsibilities. That flexibility lets me plan around those in my care rather than forcing everyone into the same rigid schedule. 📱 Regular Updates • Responsive Communication Expect regular updates, responsive communication, and careful attention to your instructions. You shouldn't have to wonder whether everything is okay while you're away. ❤️ More Than Basic Pet Sitting I'm not here simply to provide food, water, and supervision. I'm here to care for someone who matters deeply to you—so you can go about your day or enjoy your time away knowing they're safe, comfortable, understood, and genuinely cared for. I primarily work through my own businesses, giving me greater flexibility and control over my schedule. That allows me to provide dependable, routine-based care tailored to your companion’s individual needs rather than forcing every pet into the same rigid schedule. I spend significant time at home while occasionally leaving for business, errands, and other responsibilities. Before every booking, we’ll discuss your companion’s normal routine, comfortable alone time, feeding and potty schedule, exercise needs, medications, and any special care requirements. Depending on the service and their needs, care can include regular potty breaks and walks, feeding, play and enrichment, companionship, medication, and overnight care. Whether you choose boarding, house sitting, or doggy day care, my focus is consistency, personalized attention, reliability, and responsive communication—helping your companion maintain a familiar routine while giving you the peace of mind to enjoy your time away. Safety, trust, and peace of mind are at the center of every booking. I provide attentive, personalized care designed to help your companion feel safe, comfortable, and secure while giving you confidence that someone you love is in dependable hands. I carefully follow your instructions and established routines, including feeding, medications, potty schedules, leash safety, doors and entry points, behavior, triggers, mobility needs, and other individual requirements. Senior and special-needs companions receive the extra patience and attention they may need. Compatibility matters. I take time to understand each companion’s personality, boundaries, and normal behavior rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. For house sitting, I treat your home with cleanliness, privacy, and respect. For boarding and doggy day care, I provide a comfortable, home-like environment focused on individualized attention rather than high-volume care. You can expect reliable, responsive communication and prompt updates if anything unusual occurs—so you can enjoy your time away with genuine peace of mind.

About: I’ve been a dog lover and dog owner my entire life, so caring for dogs has always been a natural part of my day-to-day life. Over the years, I’ve cared for dogs of different ages, personalities, and energy levels, and I regularly help care for my son’s dogs when he needs an extra hand. Now that I’m retired, I have the time and flexibility to give your pup plenty of attention, exercise, and affection. I know how important it is to trust the person caring for your dog, and I’ll treat every pup in my care with the same patience, attention, and love I’ve always given my own. I’m retired, so plenty of availability! I’m also an early riser, and available on weekends. Scheduling with me will be very flexible and easy to coordinate. I never look at my phone or get distracted when I walk with a dog and am very conscious of ensuring the dog is safe from any cars or other furry friends.

“Katirna was a lifesaver when we needed a walker while visiting Blue Ridge for a wedding. She was so sweet and patient with our senior dog to the point where she took him out twice just to accommodate his slow walking. We highly recommend her to anyone living or visiting this area!”

Erica T.

About: Stephanie "Stevie" is experienced with managing the special needs of high-anxiety and/or reactive dogs. She has rescued and rehabilitated 3 dogs of her own, and 6 cats. She is an active volunteer at the local animal shelter, helping with adoption events and enrichment activities. Stevie has been a pet-sitter since she was 12 years old. She started with plants and birds, and now 20 years later, can work with any animal, including ones that require bottle feedings, complex medication schedules, or homestays up to 2 weeks. Farm animals too! Chickens, ducks, and goats! She was a camp counselor for 3 summers and also conducted a work exchange at a homestead farm for 1 summer. She successfully worked for Trusted Housesitters but has switched to Rover for more local opportunities. I work remotely part-time and have a flexible schedule that can meet all of your pet's individual needs. 24/7 care and attention for your animal! I understand your home is your sanctuary, and I aim to leave it as if I was never there. All poops are bagged up and properly disposed of immediately. All water drops or pee piddles are cleaned up with pet-safe sanitation spray. The door locks are always double checked upon departure. I send pictures of your pets happy and healthy during every visit.

“Angela took great care of our pups during their stay! She sent videos and pics throughout the day and we felt very confident leaving them with her. They are big dogs but she handled them well. She also came out prior to their stay to meet them so that they would recognize her when we dropped them off. Highly recommend!”

Duncan S.

“highly recommend Lindsay!! excellent communication, super flexible and took excellent care of Yani Yani was super calm when I picked her up!!! Thanks again!!!”

Stefan K.

“When my usual Rover sitter was unavailable, I found Ashley to watch our Charlie for a busy Friday evening-Sat afternoon. She was highly responsive when I first reached out, and we briefly talked on the phone and it was clear she was thoughtful and would be attentive to our 1.5 year old Cavalier. She made herself available to the drop-off and pick-up times that were most convenient for me, and sent reassuring pictures throughout the stay. I wouldn't hesitate at all to have our pup stay with Ashley again in the future. Great experience.”

Jon D.

“Chris did an amazing job taking care of our dogs. He gave routine updates with pictures and details that gave me all the comfort while we were away for the week. He was very flexible with our schedule and extremely detail oriented and meticulous about knowing their routine and any medication’s needed. It was also nice to find a Dog Sitter that does not take a million bookings during the same time. Our dogs are not very friendly with other dogs and Chris made sure not to double book with us. We will definitely be using him again for our dog sitting needs!”

Annabel T.

“Frank was GREAT! He provided loving care to Willa. She was happy and spoiled when we returned, just like we wanted. Frank kept in touch with pictures and texts. He is reliable and left my house clean. I never had a moment's worry while I was away.”

Joanne L.