Pet Sitter in Durham, NC

Pet sitting covers the in-between moments dog day care can't: overnight stays at your home, drop-in visits while you're at work, or full-time care while you travel. Instead of boarding your dog somewhere new, a sitter comes to you, keeping your dog on its normal schedule, in its own space, with its own food and bed. In Durham, that can mean anything from a quick midday walk in Trinity Park to a week of overnight stays while you're out of town for the holidays.

We've listed 37 pet sitters serving the Durham area. Before booking, ask how they handle emergencies (do they have a backup sitter and a relationship with a nearby vet), whether they're bonded and insured, and how they communicate during visits (photos, texts, a written log). Meet-and-greets matter more here than with day care: you want to see how the sitter interacts with your dog in your own home before you hand over a key.

Our rankings weigh things like responsiveness, verified reviews, years in business, and how clearly a sitter sets expectations up front. You can see the full breakdown of how we score and rank providers on our methodology page, and check out the ranked guide to Durham's best dog day care centers if you're comparing drop-off options alongside in-home care.