Dog Boarding Watkins
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“Amanda did an excellent job with my dogs. She was extremely quick to deal with any issues in a very professional manner. She accommodated my needs as my original time period was only for about a week. but due to unexpected medical complications and hospitalization, I extended my boarding time to six weeks. She is the very best at what she does.”
“This was my Little Boy Blu’s first time with Keri. I was a little nervous because this was the first time he had been with a different sitter since his diabetes diagnosis in April. Blu needs his BG checked at least twice a day before meals, along with an insulin shot. Blu has also been with the same sitter for his entire life (9 years), so this was only the second time he has ever stayed with someone different. Keri treated Blu as if he were one of her own pets. She provided updates and pics, and in every picture she sent, Blu looked relaxed and comfortable. That definitely helped put me at ease. I will definitely be booking Keri for future boarding. Thanks, Keri, for the love and care you showed Blu. ❤️”
“Lorraine dog sat our dog over a weekend recently. She was attentive and very easy to work with. Would definitely recommend her and would consider her again in the future.”
“Rajita did a great job taking care of our 2 dogs. We enjoyed seeing the pictures she sent. It was the 1st time using her services and it was an overall great experience.”
“Stacey did an awesome job watching our pup! I know our dog was at ease & comfortable with her which was super important to us. She would communicate with us throughout the day & send us many updates which we loved. Our dog can be a handful meeting other dogs and isn’t the best on the leash but Stacey did great with her! She gave her lots of loves and cuddles too which was so appreciated while we were away. We will absolutely be using her again in the future!!”
“Sharon took fantastic care of Sully! I loved receiving all the notes and pictures during his stay. She was always quick to respond to any of our questions and it was evident she really loved taking care of the dogs. Would definitely book her again in the future.”
“Sonia and Jeff were great with Rosie. You can tell that they are true animal lovers. They have a great set up at their home with plenty of room for multiple dog guests. Sonia sent picture updates throughout the stay and we felt completely comfortable with Rosie in their care.”
“Our dogs seemed happy and well cared for staying with them and we got pics of their adventures. Drop off and pick communication was easy. We would definitely book with them again.”
“Chowder had a blast at Marilyn’s house. She loves playing with other dogs and running around in their fenced in backyard. Marilyn is always very responsive and sends lots of photos.”
“I can not believe our luck in finding Suzanne. She treats my pup like family. It's so great that she has children for my Buddy to play with. She goes above and beyond to understand your pet's needs and does everything she can to make their time away from home as comfortable as possible. She even took into account how Buddy likes to sleep, with me, of course. My only fear when I leave him with her and her family is that he won't want to come home.”
“Carol is so amazing with our dogs, is so friendly, reliable, and experienced. Her property is beautiful and our pets always come back happy, tuckered out, and super well taken care of! Thank you Carol!”
“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!”
“Halle and Thomas were great with my border collie mix! I got daily photos of him on walks and at the dog park. Jasper seemed very comfortable with them. I would definitely use their services again!”
“Andrew was the best and Took care of my husky, and provided pictures and was very patient and also provided tons of exercise for my dog. I would recommend him to anyone who needs a dog sitter or boarder in the future.”
“Our 120+ St. Bernard was very comfortable with Denise. We hadn't boarded him in years and where a bit nervous but he did great there and I wouldn't hesitate to use her again.”
“this was our 2nd time with kimberly and dustin and it was great!! one of our dogs had been there before, and was so excited at drop-off. they provided photos and updates throughout the stay. looking forward to having gnocchi and sophie stay here again in the future!”
“Melissa did a really nice job with my pet. She stayed at my home, watched, walked and made sure that my dog had a smooth visit. Melissa took care of him, left the house clean, and frankly, you may not even know she was here. I was happy with Melissa, and I would recommend her to others.”
“Evan was fantastic with Jefe for his overnight stay. He was extremely communicative, friendly, and welcoming from the start, and he has an incredible farm property with plenty of space for Jefe to explore and enjoy himself. Evan sent updates throughout Jefe’s stay, which gave us complete peace of mind knowing he was happy and well cared for. His dog was also incredibly welcoming and seemed to make Jefe feel right at home. Jefe came home happy, relaxed, and absolutely exhausted from his time on the farm. He slept incredibly well that night, which is probably the best review he could give. We had a great experience with Evan and would absolutely trust him with Jefe again.”
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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 Watkins 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 Watkins.
<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 Watkins 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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