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“Pros: My furbabies were very happy when I arrived. Rodney made sure that we received daily updates on their progress because they had a slightly unique scenario. They were not comfortable with other dogs, just each other. They made sure they were separated from the others and still made sure they had plenty of space. Cons: They left the harnesses on them the entire time. The youngest pup has a line in his fur where the harness was placed.”


“Carla was very flexible to a last minute cancelation we had from another Rover boarder. She was not only highly communicative with pictures but also was so accommodating to special requests. We will be using her in the future.”


“Our pup was happy to meet Mila and had a fun time. Didn’t even act like he missed us when she brought him back out after we enjoyed some time at the zoo! Thank you!”


“So appreciative of Vatina! I’ve been using her dog boarding services and doggy day care for over 6 months. I’m a traveling nurse & she’s been super accommodating for myself and my family. She even helped me throw a birthday party for his first birthday, because I’m away working.”

“Chris did an excellent job with my little Moon! She was so accommodating and responsive to all his needs and whims! Chris will be the first person I look for if I ever need a sitter for my dog again😊”



“Felice and Ken are absolutely wonderful. I can’t feel more at ease leaving my dogs with them. I know they are in good hands and I can relax knowing they are safe with them. I won’t hesitate to use them again and again if they are available”


“Bruno and his family are so friendly and he communicated so fast and always sent me updates everyday. He was very willing to meet my dog ahead of time and we were overall very happy with Bruno. Would reccomend him!!”


“Heather did a fabulous job taking care of our sweet girl, Stella! Stella lived her best life enjoying time on the farm! Thank you for all of the great care and communication!”


“Erika was absolutely great with my Saint as she had prior experience with gentle giants. She was attentive to Arlo's needs and provided her with care and play time. Arlo will be returning the next time that we must be separated.”


“I absolutely loved Ariel’s approach to dogsitting. She is warm, responsive, curious, and caring. My dog has a big personality and it is always so meaningful when folks like Ariel appreciate it. Thank you, Ariel! I’d recommend to anyone.”


“Robin provided excellent care for my dog Milo. This was my first time leaving Milo in someone else’s care other than family and friends and I was nervous and anxious. Robin sent videos and pictures and Milo was having a great time in her care. Robin only cares for small dogs which I like because I have a Yorkie. She has a dog that looks like my last dog that I had for 14 years. Robin is experienced in caring for dogs as shown by observation of her interaction with Milo and by questions and written information she requested regarding Milo’s health issue. I will definitely have Robin care for Milo again!”


“Audrey was a great dog sitter. Her communication was awesome. She kept me informed throughout the day with messages and pictures. She also worked with me when I a few hiccups while out of town. I will book again.”


“Theresa was super communicative and provided tons of photos throughout Bentley’s boarding. Her love and affection for my dog was undeniable. I will definitely be rebooking soon!”


“Kelly was amazing! She took such good care of my dog and kept him entertained and active the entire time. You can tell she is an animal lover and really treats your pet like part of her family. My dog was sad to leave! Loved the frequent photos and updates as well. Highly recommend.”



“James and Mary are great. Our Copper really like them and he feels very safe with them. We plan to use them for all dog watching ventures in the future. A huge thank you to them both. Cat and Kenny”


“One of the fastest responding sitters I’ve ever worked with, but also I haven’t seen my cat get used to anyone in just one day, Tesla was being showed attention care and love. She also had the best feedback through video.”


“We left our Standard Poodle with Steven for 10 days and were totally satisfied with the experience. We received periodic messages and photos of our pooch and felt assured that he was safe and being cared for and loved. When we returned home, he seemed completely relaxed and happy - no signs of the trauma that sometimes results from a kennel stay. Steven, his lovely dog, Shelby, and his family provided our pup with the perfect home-away-from-home. We can't recommend him highly enough!”


“Liz and Eric are the best!! My pup felt so safe and right at home, i recommend them with out any second thought! My trip was stressfree knowing my pup was having the best time.”


“Nando always enjoys staying with Margaret. He is relaxed and comfortable at her place and it makes our vacation more enjoyable knowing he is well looked after. Can't say enough positive things about Margaret!”

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Rodney & Marissa O.
Star Sitter


“Pros: My furbabies were very happy when I arrived. Rodney made sure that we received daily updates on their progress because they had a slightly unique scenario. They were not comfortable with other dogs, just each other. They made sure they were separated from the others and still made sure they had plenty of space. Cons: They left the harnesses on them the entire time. The youngest pup has a line in his fur where the harness was placed.”


Carla H.Star Sitter

“Carla was very flexible to a last minute cancelation we had from another Rover boarder. She was not only highly communicative with pictures but also was so accommodating to special requests. We will be using her in the future.”


Mila B.
Star Sitter


“Our pup was happy to meet Mila and had a fun time. Didn’t even act like he missed us when she brought him back out after we enjoyed some time at the zoo! Thank you!”


Vatina H.
“So appreciative of Vatina! I’ve been using her dog boarding services and doggy day care for over 6 months. I’m a traveling nurse & she’s been super accommodating for myself and my family. She even helped me throw a birthday party for his first birthday, because I’m away working.”


Chris C.Star Sitter

“Chris did an excellent job with my little Moon! She was so accommodating and responsive to all his needs and whims! Chris will be the first person I look for if I ever need a sitter for my dog again😊”




Felice & Ken & Tyler & Morgan T.
Star Sitter


“Felice and Ken are absolutely wonderful. I can’t feel more at ease leaving my dogs with them. I know they are in good hands and I can relax knowing they are safe with them. I won’t hesitate to use them again and again if they are available”


Bruno D.Star Sitter

“Bruno and his family are so friendly and he communicated so fast and always sent me updates everyday. He was very willing to meet my dog ahead of time and we were overall very happy with Bruno. Would reccomend him!!”


Heather D.Star Sitter

“Heather did a fabulous job taking care of our sweet girl, Stella! Stella lived her best life enjoying time on the farm! Thank you for all of the great care and communication!”


Erika D.Star Sitter

“Erika was absolutely great with my Saint as she had prior experience with gentle giants. She was attentive to Arlo's needs and provided her with care and play time. Arlo will be returning the next time that we must be separated.”


Ariel M.Star Sitter

“I absolutely loved Ariel’s approach to dogsitting. She is warm, responsive, curious, and caring. My dog has a big personality and it is always so meaningful when folks like Ariel appreciate it. Thank you, Ariel! I’d recommend to anyone.”


Robin A.Star Sitter

“Robin provided excellent care for my dog Milo. This was my first time leaving Milo in someone else’s care other than family and friends and I was nervous and anxious. Robin sent videos and pictures and Milo was having a great time in her care. Robin only cares for small dogs which I like because I have a Yorkie. She has a dog that looks like my last dog that I had for 14 years. Robin is experienced in caring for dogs as shown by observation of her interaction with Milo and by questions and written information she requested regarding Milo’s health issue. I will definitely have Robin care for Milo again!”


Audrey S.

“Audrey was a great dog sitter. Her communication was awesome. She kept me informed throughout the day with messages and pictures. She also worked with me when I a few hiccups while out of town. I will book again.”


Theresa C.Star Sitter

“Theresa was super communicative and provided tons of photos throughout Bentley’s boarding. Her love and affection for my dog was undeniable. I will definitely be rebooking soon!”


Kelly H.Star Sitter

“Kelly was amazing! She took such good care of my dog and kept him entertained and active the entire time. You can tell she is an animal lover and really treats your pet like part of her family. My dog was sad to leave! Loved the frequent photos and updates as well. Highly recommend.”


Samantha Y.Star Sitter

“Sam was an absolute gem! She accommodated a very last minute boarding and took care of our dog with much love and care. Mia will definitely be back when needed!”




James & Mary H.
Star Sitter


“James and Mary are great. Our Copper really like them and he feels very safe with them. We plan to use them for all dog watching ventures in the future. A huge thank you to them both. Cat and Kenny”


Umaira M.

“One of the fastest responding sitters I’ve ever worked with, but also I haven’t seen my cat get used to anyone in just one day, Tesla was being showed attention care and love. She also had the best feedback through video.”


Steven O.


“We left our Standard Poodle with Steven for 10 days and were totally satisfied with the experience. We received periodic messages and photos of our pooch and felt assured that he was safe and being cared for and loved. When we returned home, he seemed completely relaxed and happy - no signs of the trauma that sometimes results from a kennel stay. Steven, his lovely dog, Shelby, and his family provided our pup with the perfect home-away-from-home. We can't recommend him highly enough!”


Liz & Eric F.Star Sitter

“Liz and Eric are the best!! My pup felt so safe and right at home, i recommend them with out any second thought! My trip was stressfree knowing my pup was having the best time.”


Margaret F.Star Sitter

“Nando always enjoys staying with Margaret. He is relaxed and comfortable at her place and it makes our vacation more enjoyable knowing he is well looked after. Can't say enough positive things about Margaret!”
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As of Aug 2025, 1,787 sitters provided dog boarding in Academy Acres. 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 Academy Acres dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Academy Acres have an average of 15 years of experience. 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 Academy Acres.
Rover makes it easy to find Academy Acres 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 1,787 dog boarding sitters in Academy Acres on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Academy Acres, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care 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.
