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Caitlin B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Burgaw, NC, 28425

“Caitlin was so wonderful and we could definitely tell our pup had a good time through the pictures and updates. Her house was a wonderful environment for our puppy to explore and learn about nature.”

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Diane V.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
24 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“Finley was well taken care of! Every update I received showed Finley happy! I immediately felt at ease leaving my fur baby with Diane. He was not stressed when I picked him up. I will definitely use her services in the future.”

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Kathleen K.
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Gabrielle H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 190 reviews
71 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“Gabrielle was great with our dog Lucy. She watch for week while we were at Disney. She sent pictures everyday . Lucy enjoyed playing with the other dogs she had. Plan on rebooking Gabrielle in the future for a future trips.”

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Ashley & Jon-Ryan R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“This was our first experience being away from Lexi and we were nervous about leaving her while on vacation. Our first interaction with Ashley put us at ease. It was clear that Lexi would be well cared for and enjoy her stay. We were updated daily with pictures and an update on how she was doing. We were very happy with Ashley, Jon and their family, highly recommended them, and will be reaching out next time we have to be away from Lexi. Thank you Ashley, Jon, and your children for taking great care of Lexi while we were vacationing!”

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Sarah P.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
12 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28429

“Sarah and her family were the best dog care I could ask for! Sarah was super communicative and so understanding when I had to extend Henry’s stay last minute. Highly highly recommend and Henry will definitely be returning!”

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Olivia & Andrew C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
11 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Olivia is wonderful. She took great care of our 17-year-old cockapoo Simba (also gave her Meds daily). She was very responsive and communicated with us daily, sending us daily photos of Simba’s adventures. Her home has a good setup for dogs with a fenced back yard. I highly recommend Olivia to care for your dog! I will certainly utilize Olivia in the future if needed.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jordan W.
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Jordan W.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28405

“Great experience. Jordan was very responsive and took great care of Charlie while I was away. I felt comfortable knowing he was in good hands.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrew B.
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Andrew B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28401

“We love having Rupert stay with Andrew and his family! Andrew is fantastic with communication, takes Rupert on plenty of walks, socializes him with his adorable cat Poe, and gave him his daily medications! We feel so great knowing Rupert is with a wonderful caretaker when we go out of town! We have used Andrew as a sitter multiple times and will continue to do so!”

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Megan S.
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Donna & Calvin K.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
25 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Donna took care of our dog as if he were her own! She took the time to learn all about his habits and gave him all the attention he needed. I could tell he was so comfortable at her house and well-loved. I really appreciated the photo and update after the first day so we k ew he was happy & doing well. I will definitely use her again in the future!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer C.
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Jennifer C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
15 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Jennifer was AMAZING! Our dog Hank had a better living at her house than he would at ours! We felt so great leaving our pup with her!! Great communication, so many pictures and videos, and Hank have was so loved while he was there! I would give her 6 stars if I could!”

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Carey W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
4 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Carey was literally amazing, I am so happy she was able to take my dogs for a night on a day of request. Seriously so sweet with the sweetest kids that played and loved on my pups for a night. No complaints and so happy to have found her!!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Shelley H.
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Shelley H.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
10 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28411

“Mrs. Shelley was great! Thanks so much!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Allie V.
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Allie V.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 252 reviews
92 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28403

“Allie was absolutely wonderful with our dog! From the moment we met her, it was clear how kind, patient, and caring she is. She kept us updated with messages and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Our dog was happy, well cared for, and clearly felt comfortable with her. It’s such a relief to find someone we can completely trust with our pup. We would gladly book with Allie again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable sitter.”

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Natalie R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“Natalie watched my two dogs, Rooster and River, for 10 days and did an amazing job! We looked forward to her updates and knew they were safe and having fun with her. I know they will be excited to see her again!”

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Rebecca N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
6 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Hampstead, NC, 28443

“Rebecca and Pippa were great with my pup Harlow! She felt comfortable as soon as she met both of them. Rebecca was wonderful about being flexible with our changing travel plans and was very communicative and responsive. Would definitely recommend and use again! Thanks Rebecca and Pippa! :)”

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Hali & Levi H.
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$30
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8 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28401

About: We are a family of six with four young children, and we absolutely love animals! Since we work from home, your pet will have plenty of attention, love, and companionship throughout the day. We have a fully fenced backyard where we spend lots of time playing outside, so your dog will have plenty of opportunities for exercise, playtime, and fresh air. We will treat your furry family member like one of our own, making sure they feel safe, loved, and well cared for while you're away. Since we work from home, we are available to provide constant care, playtime, potty breaks, outdoor exercise, and plenty of love for every pet in our home. We have a fully fenced in backyard with a 6 foot privacy fence in a safe, quiet neighborhood. Since we don’t have a dog, we are looking to love on one!

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Lindsay C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 83 reviews
23 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Teachey, NC, 28464

“Thank you for taking care of Giotto! I know he was a little nervous and it was a difficult, but I am truly grateful for taking care of him. Super cute pictures sent also?”

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Haley S.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28403

“Haley and her family were great! Received frequent updates and photos. Large fenced backyard for sniffing and playing! Will definitely book again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Isabel C.
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Isabel C.
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$40
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12 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28401

About: Dogs have always been a big part of my life! I grew up with dogs in my family, so caring for them and being around them has always come naturally to me. Over the years, I’ve gained plenty of hands-on experience with feeding, walking, playing, bathing, and keeping dogs happy and comfortable. My boyfriend also grew up with dogs, so we’re both very comfortable around them and genuinely love having them around. I understand that every pup has their own personality and routine, and I’m happy to adapt to their individual needs to make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while they’re with us. I’m new to Rover, but definitely not new to caring for dogs! I work from home, which gives me plenty of flexibility throughout the day to give your pup lots of attention, walks, and playtime. I live downtown and love walking, so having a furry companion join me on my daily walks would be a plus! I also live a very active lifestyle, and on the weekends my boyfriend and I love getting out and about. We live by ourselves and have plenty of time to make sure your pup gets all the attention and care they need. I’ve grown up with dogs and absolutely love having them around, so I would treat your pup just like my own! My apartment complex has a fenced-in dog park where they can safely play and get some exercise. Since my boyfriend and I live by ourselves, we can provide a calm, comfortable environment with plenty of attention. I’m also happy to follow your pup’s normal routine, feeding schedule, walks, and any specific instructions you provide so they feel as comfortable and at home as possible.

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Gabrielle S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, NC, 28401

“Gabrielle was AMAZING!!! My dog had such a good time, he wasn’t even super excited to see me when I picked him up 😂 I will definitely be using her again! She took great care of my baby and kept me updated and was quick to respond.”

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

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.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Watha home-away-from-home, 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 Watha.

<b>Tip:</b> 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 Watha 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 , 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 .

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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