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“Heather and her family immediately put me at ease. I knew Brady would be in great hands! She sent the sweetest pictures of Brady. He was happy and healthy when I picked him up. Couldn’t ask for more. Thank you!”
“Elizabeth was absolutely wonderful! She sent daily photos and updates of our dog, Penny, making sure to let us know if any concerns came up. She also made sure that Penny felt comfortable and safe since she was nervous when we dropped her off. We'll definitely book with Elizabeth again!”
“Allison is truly a wonderful individual who cares for our dog as if it is one of her own. I know that our dog is safe and that he is having a great time with her, her family, and her dog whenever ours stays at her house. There is no one that we trust more in the area than her!”
“We left Iris, our choc lab, with Pam and Mike for 2 weeks while we traveled on the west coast. They sent daily pics of her romping in the yard with their dogs and playing in the dog pool. There is a big fenced in yard and a couple of mini horses in the area adjacent. She had a Great time and we will definitely call them again if we travel out of state.”
“Jack was ready and waiting for Violet when we arrived. He even had his own pets put away so she could meet them after we left instead of overwhelming her when we first dropped her off. He sent daily pictures so we could see she was doing well and enjoying her stay as well as enjoying her new doggie friends. When we arrived to pick her up he had her and all her things ready. Violet had a great time and I know we’ll use Jack again if he’s available. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for someone who will treat their pet like his own.”
“They took very well care of both my dogs and sent me several pictures and videos. My older dog has anxiety and peripheral vision because of his age and I could tell he was very happy”
“Oh my god! The absolute best I’ve seen yet! Raven was well taken care of and Ryan often sent pictures of Raven! We were on a last minute trip, and Ryan saved us by picking up and dropping off Raven! What a great family and just took the upmost care of Raven! Ryan and his family are hands down the GREATEST!!”
“Ryan was an amazing dog sitter! We have a 13 week old golden retriever. So it was our first time leaving her. He made us feel so comfortable during our vacation that our fur baby was being taken care of every minute we were away. The many pictures we got every day made it clear she was loving playing with Ryan’s dog and felt at home with his family! Communication was perfect. Response time was great. Accommodations were fantastic. We definitely will be using Ryan again for our boarding needs!!”
“Victoria is a really caring and reliable sitter. She’s great with small dogs and very knowledgeable about their needs, so she gave us peace of mind during our vacation. She has a beautiful property with trails and trees and our dogs really enjoyed it. I highly recommend Victoria, it was our second booking with her and we are very satisfied with her pet sitting services.”
“Angela and her family were terrific! We were stopping in Mechanicsburg for a couple of days during our relocation from RI to LA. She welcomed us and was very conscientious about our lab feeling comfortable in her surroundings. She was flexible with drop-off and pick-up times and made sure our lab had plenty of exercise to offset the hours she would be spending in the car. I would highly recommend Angela and would absolutely use her again!! :)”
“Josie and her family was great w/ our pittie, Max. We were anxious as this is the first time we’re going to be away from him, but she provided us with updates the whole time. I can tell Mac loved being at their home.”
“Very accommodating to my pet. Willing to take him even though he’s not neutered. Separate him from the other animals and offer to spend time with him inside as well. They sent me an update and the boy was smiling big time! Very easy with my updated schedule changes before drop off.”
“Carrie took great care of Nova! She kept me updated on all of the fun Nova was having with her dog. Nova had a great time and came home completely tired out. I would highly recommend Carrie!”
“Amber and Jack were incredibly responsive hosts. I had no hesitation in leaving my chocolate Lab with them from the very start of our interaction. They are a friendly, conscientious and caring team that very obviously helped my dog adjust to a temporary home.”
“Holly and her family are THE best! They loved our dog, Lawrence, like their own! Holly sent us pictures and updates everyday! Lawrence had so much fun playing with their lab, Atlas too!”
“Our dog seemed to fall in love with Kevin. We also think he came home with better manners than we left him! Kevin had good communication with us both in arranging the care and while we were away. We definitely hope to leave our dog with Kevin in the future.”
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Sowmya K.
“Sowmya and her husband were amazing with Bella! She provided so many pictures and updates and we couldn't be more thankful! Definitely recommend and will be rebooking!”
HEATHER N.Star Sitter
“Heather and her family immediately put me at ease. I knew Brady would be in great hands! She sent the sweetest pictures of Brady. He was happy and healthy when I picked him up. Couldn’t ask for more. Thank you!”
Elizabeth B.
“Elizabeth was absolutely wonderful! She sent daily photos and updates of our dog, Penny, making sure to let us know if any concerns came up. She also made sure that Penny felt comfortable and safe since she was nervous when we dropped her off. We'll definitely book with Elizabeth again!”
Allison S.Star Sitter
“Allison is truly a wonderful individual who cares for our dog as if it is one of her own. I know that our dog is safe and that he is having a great time with her, her family, and her dog whenever ours stays at her house. There is no one that we trust more in the area than her!”
Pam & Michael A.Star Sitter
“We left Iris, our choc lab, with Pam and Mike for 2 weeks while we traveled on the west coast. They sent daily pics of her romping in the yard with their dogs and playing in the dog pool. There is a big fenced in yard and a couple of mini horses in the area adjacent. She had a Great time and we will definitely call them again if we travel out of state.”
Jack G.Star Sitter
“Jack was ready and waiting for Violet when we arrived. He even had his own pets put away so she could meet them after we left instead of overwhelming her when we first dropped her off. He sent daily pictures so we could see she was doing well and enjoying her stay as well as enjoying her new doggie friends. When we arrived to pick her up he had her and all her things ready. Violet had a great time and I know we’ll use Jack again if he’s available. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for someone who will treat their pet like his own.”
Mandeep K.
“They took very well care of both my dogs and sent me several pictures and videos. My older dog has anxiety and peripheral vision because of his age and I could tell he was very happy”
Ryan K.Star Sitter
“Oh my god! The absolute best I’ve seen yet! Raven was well taken care of and Ryan often sent pictures of Raven! We were on a last minute trip, and Ryan saved us by picking up and dropping off Raven! What a great family and just took the upmost care of Raven! Ryan and his family are hands down the GREATEST!!”
Ryan B.
“Ryan was an amazing dog sitter! We have a 13 week old golden retriever. So it was our first time leaving her. He made us feel so comfortable during our vacation that our fur baby was being taken care of every minute we were away. The many pictures we got every day made it clear she was loving playing with Ryan’s dog and felt at home with his family! Communication was perfect. Response time was great. Accommodations were fantastic. We definitely will be using Ryan again for our boarding needs!!”
Victoria C.
“Victoria is a really caring and reliable sitter. She’s great with small dogs and very knowledgeable about their needs, so she gave us peace of mind during our vacation. She has a beautiful property with trails and trees and our dogs really enjoyed it. I highly recommend Victoria, it was our second booking with her and we are very satisfied with her pet sitting services.”
Ken S.Star Sitter
“Angela and her family were terrific! We were stopping in Mechanicsburg for a couple of days during our relocation from RI to LA. She welcomed us and was very conscientious about our lab feeling comfortable in her surroundings. She was flexible with drop-off and pick-up times and made sure our lab had plenty of exercise to offset the hours she would be spending in the car. I would highly recommend Angela and would absolutely use her again!! :)”
Josie W.
“Josie and her family was great w/ our pittie, Max. We were anxious as this is the first time we’re going to be away from him, but she provided us with updates the whole time. I can tell Mac loved being at their home.”
Alaina & Ethan R.Star Sitter
“Very accommodating to my pet. Willing to take him even though he’s not neutered. Separate him from the other animals and offer to spend time with him inside as well. They sent me an update and the boy was smiling big time! Very easy with my updated schedule changes before drop off.”
Katie F.Star Sitter
“Katie was fantastic! Very responsive, proactive updates and tons of shared photos. I didn’t worry once about my fur baby. Highly recommend!”
Carrie G.Star Sitter
“Carrie took great care of Nova! She kept me updated on all of the fun Nova was having with her dog. Nova had a great time and came home completely tired out. I would highly recommend Carrie!”
Shenrui G.
“Shenrui has watched my dog several times now and she is always just wonderful - I highly recommend her!”
Christina Z.
“Christina was absolutely lovely and took such good care of our dood! I swear he seemed conflicted on whether he wanted to come home! Thank you so much!”
Amber M.
“Amber and Jack were incredibly responsive hosts. I had no hesitation in leaving my chocolate Lab with them from the very start of our interaction. They are a friendly, conscientious and caring team that very obviously helped my dog adjust to a temporary home.”
Holly C.
“Holly and her family are THE best! They loved our dog, Lawrence, like their own! Holly sent us pictures and updates everyday! Lawrence had so much fun playing with their lab, Atlas too!”
Kevin S.
“Our dog seemed to fall in love with Kevin. We also think he came home with better manners than we left him! Kevin had good communication with us both in arranging the care and while we were away. We definitely hope to leave our dog with Kevin in the future.”
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As of Aug 2025, 41 sitters provided dog boarding in Academia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Academia dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Academia.
Rover makes it easy to find Academia dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 41 dog boarding sitters in Academia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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