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Sitter Profile Image: Nina T.
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Nina T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
214 reviews
48 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Alachua, FL, 32615

Nina was the best with our two dogs! They both have their own quirks and she handled it perfectly. Our dogs loved their stay and we got updates daily on how they were doing. I had no worries about them while we were gone.

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Laurel L.
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Alexander & Josephine J.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
73 reviews
24 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

Again thank you for taking care of Arthur! Alexander & Josephine are such a wonderful sitter. I fell assured when Arthur is with them! Highly recommended !

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Imelda R.
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Anas & Tate H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
14 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32605

Anas and Tate were amazing! We just moved for Gainesville and were in need of caring and reliable sitters for our dogs. They have a great setup with a lovely fenced yard that our dogs enjoyed playing in. It was clear that our pups came home well taken care of. Anas and Tate provided excellent care and communication, always sending photos and updates, and even giving our dogs a bath so they came home nice and clean. We are so thankful for them!

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Rachel A.
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Adam H.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
8 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32609

Another great sit with Adam! I think milo enjoys himself and the socialization he gets with Adam is good for her nervous personality. I get daily updates and photos which I appreciate! We will continue to book with Adam whenever he is available for Milo!

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Kelsey G.
Sitter Profile Image: Mohini S.
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Mohini S.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
7 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Alachua, FL, 32615

Mohini is wonderful! I felt very comfortable leaving my old girl with her. She's super communicative and caring. Would absolutely recommend her and will use her again!

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Amy T.
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Kimberly J.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
37 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Alachua, FL, 32615

Kim is amazing!!! My pup had such a good time that I am afraid she wanted to stay!! Kim was responsible and did a meet and greet before booking to make sure everyone would get along. She sent videos and pictures daily and she is very responsive when messaging. Kim’s love and concern for all animals shines through!! It was so relieving to know that I could trust Kim with my girl. I never had any concerns! I will rebook for sure!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Mona B.
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Mona B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
23 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32609

Mona was awesome with Oreo. He is a laid back kind of dog and she let him lay in the yard or in the house. She kept me up to date and sent pictures every day. He had such a great time, that when I came to pick him up, he hesitated a little. That is the sign of a good dog sitter. Thanks for taking such good care of Oreo.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jamie & Kyle W.
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Jamie & Kyle W.
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$35
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14 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32607

About: I’ve been a dog-mom for the past 14 years. Recently, our dog crossed over the rainbow bridge and we want to love on some dogs the way our dog was loved. My husband and I work from home and often take care of our friends’ dogs. We have cared for puppies and senior dogs alike for many years. We are active and enjoy exercising and playing outside with dogs or just relaxing at home, depending on your pet’s needs. Both online teachers, we are organized and routine-oriented, and offer flexibility with scheduling. We currently do not have children or other animals in our home. We will take care of your dog as if it were our own. We are experienced in administering medicine and supplements as-needed. We will only watch one family’s dog(s) at a time to ensure your baby(ies) gets the attention he or she deserves. We have relied on Rover for many years in the past with our own dog so we understand the desire to feel comfortable with whom you leave your animal while you’re away. We hope you’ll choose us for your dog-sitting needs! We work from home as online teachers and have flexible schedules for pick-up and drop-off. We are able to spend lots of quality time with your pup! We have a neighborhood for walking dogs and live just a few miles from a dog park. We will ensure your dog gets the exercise or relaxation he or she needs.

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Joseph B.
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$35
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4.8 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

Joseph took great care of our dog, Poppy. His entire family showed Poppy love & kindness the entire time we were away. I would highly recommend this sitter as your next go to!

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Samantha R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
15 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

My dog was comfortable meeting Samantha and was well taken care of with a good mix of walks and cuddles. I appreciated her flexibility in working with me on drop off and pick up times.

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Dana Q.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
32 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Alachua, FL, 32615

Dana was very loving and kind to our Cocker Spaniel. Her fenced in backyard was a perfect size for exploring, yet staying close to the house. I definitely will be coming back?

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Sitter Profile Image: Lesley & Joshua B.
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Lesley & Joshua B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
7 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

Joshua went above and beyond while watching our French bulldog. He kept us updated throughout the stay and made sure everything was taken care of. We will definitely be coming back! Thanks Josh!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaylee M.
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Kaylee M.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32607

Kaylee is amazing! Our dog Lilly was well taken cared of. Kaylee followed all of our instructions and we know Lilly had fun! Thank you, Kaylee! We will definitely book with her again and recommend her to family and friends!

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Jillian E.
Sitter Profile Image: Autumn P.
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Autumn P.
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$34
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

If this is your first time using Rover or if you just get a little anxious separating from your fur baby; Autumn is the perfect sitter. She was so kind and respectful. She played with my dog and took her out multiple times a day for walks and potty breaks. She sent me pictures and kept me updated all throughout my travels. I am so glad this was my first experience on Rover. I will definitely rebook if I am ever in need of a dog sitter.

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Nathalia V.
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$38
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
7 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

My Mister had a rough day but the minute we pulled up and he didn’t bark at her, I felt immediate relief. Upon picking him up I got such great feedback and an incredibly happy boy came running out. I asked him if he made new friends he ran over and gave her more loves! My heart is so happy and I couldn’t be more pleased with Nathalia and all of the girls that took such good care of my baby boy!

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Sitter Profile Image: Julia C.
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Julia C.
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$26
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32601

Julia took great care of our dog Hailey! Julia was also very responsive to texts and kept us updated about Hailey’s day! We’re definitely going to leave our pup with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sabrina S.
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Sabrina S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lake City, FL, 32025

Sabrina is a God send as I have left Tucker with other sitters and he doesn't eat and moans for his humans, he absolutely loves Sabrina and her beautiful family, I'm not so sure he even wanted to go home with me. I'm so thankful I made the right choice, this will be his forever home away from home. Thank you Sabrina!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michelle H.
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Michelle H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
15 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

Michelle is a wonderful sitter. She accommodated my last-minute request for a meet-and-greet, even without Molly. This was Molly’s first time being boarded with her, and she took excellent care of her. Molly came home safe, happy, and well cared for. Michelle made us feel very comfortable about leaving Molly in her care. She followed Molly’s schedule perfectly and treated our fur baby with so much love. Truly the best sitter in Gainesville—especially if you’re visiting your human babies at the university! :) Highly recommend her, and we’re so glad to have found her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelsey M.
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Kelsey M.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

Kelsey was excellent! Very kind, great communication, and very accommodating. She is a real pro and took great care of my cat sending me pictures of him throughout his stay. He is not well socialized with the other cats, despite this Kelsey was able to provide him the space and attention to enjoy his stay! I would highly recommend her, you can rest assured your pet is in good hands with Kelsey!

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Esteisy D.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32607

Takes really good care of Ry and updates very often while I’m gone. Will be a repeated customer as I have been traveling a lot recently. Thank you Steisy!

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Mckenzie L.
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Amazing as always. Appreciate Nina and Laz so much. Our pups get so excited just being in their neighborhood.

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Erinn K.
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She is just the best! I had a family emergency out of state and she was so accommodating, even letting me extend my two dogs stay longer.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Alachua is $39

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As of Feb 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Alachua is $39 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $273. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Alachua dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $53 per night.

If you’re searching for a Alachua dog boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

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As of Feb 2026, 282 sitters provided dog boarding in Alachua. 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, 89% of Alachua dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Alachua have an average of 13 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Alachua.

Rover makes it easy to find Alachua 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 282 dog boarding sitters in Alachua on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Alachua, 87% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.