Rover.com – Dog Boarding & Sitting

Great dog sitting or boarding option. Using someone on Rover in my area was much more convenient than driving to a dog kennel. Rover also offers more flexibility with drop-​off and pick-​up times than your average dog kennel and more personalized care options for you pet including house sitting in your own home.

Rover was a lifesaver! We just moved to a new area away from family and friends that would normally watch our dog while we were out of town and we needed to find something last minute so I started checking out boarding options but they were expensive and also seemed like my dog wouldn’t be getting enough one on one attention like she’s used to. I remembered a friend had used Rover before so I googled it and it was so easy to sign up and search for a dog sitter in my area within my price range. It was also really nice to use the filters to find the perfect fit. I was a little nervous at first but when I met the sitter in person I knew I’d feel much better about leaving her with them rather than at a dog boarding place. I will definitely be using Rover again and recommending it to my friends!

I wish my husband and I found this online dog boarding and sitting earlier! We went on a road trip for vacation a few weeks back and in a few cities we weren’t able to find dog boarding or sitting so we tried
and ended up using it a few times, once in Vegas and another time in Texas. It was nice to be able to pick the sitter you wanted and we chose sitters with other dogs and great feedback from other dog owners. The sitters were so nice and trusting and our dog was wiped out by the time we picked him up! The sitters would send us pictures during the day and updates to let us know things were going well. We also loved the flexibility on drop off/​pick up times.
While we were in Texas we made prior arrangements with a friend to have them watch our dog but they had to cancel only 10 hours before we were to drop our dog off so we went to
and luckily the sitter we wanted was available and immediate with her response. This site is a life saver!

We have had peace of mind since using
dog boarding services. Knowing that our dog is not in a kennel but in a loving pet friendly home has made all the difference for us when we travel and need boarding services.
has linked us to great people who keep us updated with photos and comments so we know our dog is doing well.

Having scheduled a move the day before a trip departure, I Unilocaled reliable pet sitters in my new community and found
. I chose a caregiver near my home and am thrilled with his service. Timothy Ryan and his family took wonderful care of my very social dog, Malarkey. Their children played with him constantly, and he bonded with their family dog, Hula, in their large fenced yard. Ryan updated me with continual texts and photos of their fun and of Malarkey hogging the sofa. I actually felt guilty taking him home after two weeks with the Rover sitters.
Rover certainly beats the last local boarding service I tried, which was hecka expensive to have the dog sit in a kennel 23 hours a day and get a little training.
Will be certain to book with Ryan’s family whenever needed.

I booked Shawn K. from Boulevard Park on
to stay with my dogs in my home while I went out of town. She was absolutely the best dog sitter I could have chosen! I was very nervous about hiring someone other than friends or family to watch my dogs in my home. The second I met her she totally put my mind at ease! My dogs loved her from the minute they met her! She was sweet enough to send me messages and pictures of her stay with my dogs. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who needs a dog sitter. Thanks, Shawn! Bits and Pieces miss you!

We use
as our go to when we need our dogs boarded. We like that they have a variety of sitters within my area and they make it easy to schedule the stay. We always meet with the sitter first to make sure the home is suitable for our dogs. The images on the site are nice, but you really should see for yourself before paying for the stay.

I too was one of the lucky ones whose curiosity about a Groupon offer led me to research Rover​.Com online. It was extensive research, all of which thoroughly legitimized Rover​.Com. Soon I and my miniature poodle were connected with a nearby contact who welcomed my dog for a ²⁴⁄₇ «home-​away-​from-​home» experience from 2÷6÷15 to 2÷15÷15. I was daily informed via email and photos of the wonderful «family times» my dog and host-​family were sharing. And I can’t think of anything about my dog’s well-​being being overlooked; in fact, there were many «extra’s» that happily surprised me: Example: My little rescue dog finally mastering the sit command, thanks to my host’s loving persistence. I am confident that my doggy-​buddy joins me in looking forward to this Rover-​Com contact being a long-​term relationship.

Great and easy to reserve and book pet boarding experience. :) definitely recommend a meet and greet prior to your stay!
Look for me if ever you need a sitter for your babies, I’m available on the weekends :)

Rover is a great tool to find local people to sit your dogs. I have a hyper golden retriever and I have been able to find sitters on short notice for her! They have all been great! I always recommend this tool to others for the quality of the sitters, competitive prices and ease of use!

I am a worrier. Especially when it comes to my family. I was not looking forward to leaving our furry baby with a stranger. I searched for a while and scrutinized everyone on the list of nearby sitters. I picked an experienced sitter and couldn’t be happier with my choice. I received photos while on vacation, proving just how much fun our fur babe was having and how well she was being cared for. Fantastic, easy service to use!

I recently tried
after a less than stellar boarding experience with another popular and highly recommended dog boarding business. I was impressed with how quickly the sitter responded and the number of options for finding sitters in my immediate area.
When we arrived at the sitters home early on a Saturday morning, we were greeted by a nice couple with a very beloved pet of their own, and my dog immediately bonded with him. The home was clean and the sitters were friendly, and I left feeling like my dog would be well cared for.
I did receive a text a few hours after I left letting my know my pet was doing well and was having a good time, and I appreciated the communication. However, I did not receive any additional updates over the weekend and left a couple texts for the sitter asking if everything was OK which did not get acknowledged or returned for the entire day. When I returned to pick up my dog, the sitters had another large dog they were watching, and I wish I had known that before I booked my stay. I understand they are «in the business» of watching pets, but my dog has a fear of large dogs after having been attacked by one a year ago, and I probably would have made alternative arrangements had I known in advance. Fortunately the three dogs appeared to be getting along so that was good, but still I wish I had known.
I would definitely use
again and am in fact looking at trying a different sitter who lives closer to me for an upcoming trip. The only reason I didn’t leave 5 stars and want to try a different sitter is because I would have liked to have received more updates over the course of my dog’s stay and would prefer to have knowledge of the types/​number of pets sharing the sitter for the stay.

Using Rover was great! Having the ability to review the credentials and the reviews of the many options open to us was terrific, and also to reach out to multiple people was also very helpful.
We found a young lady who ended up being the perfect fit for our situation and our dog. She got along perfectly with him, and they both seemed to have a good time.
Thanks Rover, we will be using your service, and Briana’s again!

I love the idea of having boarding done in a home rather then the traditional dog boarding set up. We an amazing concept
has. I love that the insurance is built right in as well. We’ll definitely use
again.

After discovering our host was allergic to dogs, we needed a place to board our whippet puppy at the last-​minute, so we tried
(discovered through Petco). Jan and Elena were super prompt and quick in replying to our inquiry! We talked on the phone and got to view their home and see if our puppy would do well. It was a huge relief to know that our puppy would be spending the weekend in a home with lots of love and attention.
The website is easy to navigate. Although we weren’t sure about how legitimate sitters/​boarders were, my mind was put at ease when payment and information was exchanged directly through the site, even the text messages sent between parties! Insurance is built right in and, as the owner, you have the option to give the sitter ²⁴⁄₇ access to a vet for those just in case moments.
For future pet boarding and sitting, I am always using
!

So I was new to
and actually discovered it through Groupon. I didn’t really understand how it worked so I naturally check out Unilocal!Once I saw all the great reviews I decided to give it a try, as I had a weekend wedding to attend and no one to watch my Penny Bear.
The website is pretty straight forward and you can search by zip code and then review profiles to find a good fit for you and your pet. I found two wonderful couples and their dogs on rover.
I found Paige and Thomas and their dog Duchess who in fact lived down the road from me and I didn’t even know it. We did a meet and greet first and then when that went well I scheduled a couple of play dates with them before going on my trip. Once my trip came I had total confidence that Penny was in good hands and had a great weekend with Duchess, Paige and Thomas. It is a great feeling to leave your furry family member with other people that love their dogs as much as you do and understand the stress of leaving them.
My second experience was with another couple Lynda and James and their dog Buck. I wasn’t in need of pet sitting at the time but I wanted to meet up with them in case Paige and Thomas were ever not available. Also there are times when the weather is too hot or cold and I would love for her to be able to have a play date while I am at work. We made arrangements for a meet and greet and a play date with the dogs at the river. Buck and Penny got a long great and had a great day of play in the water. It was another great experience through
!
The bottom line is that it is a great service and a great idea. Why not put dog lovers and dogs together? No one wants to leave their fur baby in a kennel when they have to go out of town or have to work late. You would want your baby to be taken care of by someone who would love them and care for them like you would. Plus who wouldn’t love a play date? I have used rover not only to find care for Penny but also to find friends for her!
If you haven’t tried it yet you should! I tell every pet owner I know about
and how easy and wonderful it is!

My experience using
for dog-​boarding was great. It was easy to search based on location, price, etc. Viewing a few profiles allowed me to learn about the dog-​sitters, their homes, their pets, and to get an idea of what my dogs’ experience might be like with them. The people I chose (Katie and Justin in West Sacramento) were awesome. My boys were spoiled, and I’m just glad they were willing to go home with me when their visit was over. Payment was easy, communication was easy, no complaints whatsoever.
Don’t let the negative reviewer deter you from at least trying
. If anything, just let it be a lesson that you might want to spend some time with the dog-​sitter at their home to develop your own first impression before committing to leave your dog with them.

Best pet boarding care service! My dear cocker spaniel Simon was cared for by a
caregiver for a week and had the greatest time of his life! We received videos and pics of him during the week which gave us comfort about the care he was receiving. The caregiver was very attentive to his needs and provided care in our home. We will use this service again.

Worst experience in my lifeI’ll never ever use Rover service again. My little dogs were mistreated. Julie got giant bite on her leg, she was full of dog poop. This is unacceptable. Bossa was nervous and shaking and his got a bruise on his leg. They were both starving and really thirsty. I want to send the pictures to prove what I’m saying, but I have no option here. Alex doesn’t seem to be a normal person. I don’t now how Rover does a background check, but for sure there is something wrong with that guy. Tomorrow I’m going to take my dog to the vet and see what they recommend.

I love
! I started providing pet sitting services (dogs only) in the fall of 2013. Since then, I have built up a book of many repeat clients and their pups. Since I can’t own my own dog in the house I live in, dog sitting is a great loop hole to allow me to spend time with dogs AND I get paid for it. I always joke that I used to dog-​sit for free so this really is a win-​win!
If I did have a dog, I would much rather have him stay at a sitter’s house than be boarded at a kennel. It seems to be way less stressful for the animal and they get a ton of love while the owners are away.
Payment through
is pretty simple and you can use PayPal. I like that Rover also has great customer service that is available 24 hours a day. They have been super helpful on the rare occasion that I end up with a difficult dog.