Dog Boarding in Alcova Heights, Arlington, VA
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“I needed 5 hours of dog care for my newly rescued senior Pomeranian and I’m so grateful to have found Donna. Donna provided a calm and caring environment for my dog to feel comfortable and relaxed, and they took a 20 minute walk together. Thank you so much, Donna!”
“Christine was very kind and Jolene seemed happy to be there! Her kids are very kind and clearly know how to interact with dogs, even more anxious ones. I would definitely board Jolene with Christine again in the future.”
“Lauren is fantastic and her pup Bentley is a sweetheart. Luna had a lovely stay and we will definitely be requesting Lauren for stays in the future!”
“Luciana was amazing! She took great care of our pup while we were away Thanksgiving week. She was very professional, communicative, and most importantly caring to our dog!”
“Alyce took excellent care of our dog. She was great to have us over for a meet-up prior to the stay, was very interested in getting to know our older dog's specific needs and was easy to work with. She sent daily pics / videos and a full rundown when we picked up. Highly recommend.”
“Kelly was great and I felt comfortable leaving my pup with her. She was quick to respond to my request, to set up a meet and greet, and easygoing re: drop off and pickup. I will gladly book her again the next time I have a need.”
“Chulpan and her family did an amazing job watching our cavapoo, Stella! We really appreciated all of the photos and videos, as well as all of the attention she gave our pup. Stella loved walks and play time with Ruby and can't wait until the next time she gets to visit :)”
“Elena and her husband are fantastic. This was our first experience where we felt no anxiety or stress while Peach was being taken care of. They sent the best updates and we could tell how happy, healthy and loved Peach was during her stay. She instantly fell in love with Elena and it was awesome to see her not be anxious during drop off. I was so happy. I cannot wait to use Elena again!!!!!”
“Jodee, AJ and Maverick took care of our Daphne as if she was there own. She had a blast playing with Maverick and touring their neighborhood!!! Thank you for making Daphne feel at home❤️”
“Haley and Chris were great! They were able to take a last minute request to watch our dog Fish. Fish loved playing with their dog Cooper. They sent lots of pictures and were super communicative. We would definitely have them watch Fish again!!”
“Laurie and Richard helped me last minute when I struggled to find a dog sitter on a holiday weekend. They were also very accommodating to my travel schedule which was a little flux. My dog can be rather anxious but she quickly warmed up to them. The fact that they have a house with a yard was also a benefit to my pup! They also are true animal lovers and very patient with each animals needs and making sure they are comfortable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone in need of a pet sitter!”
“Zuleyris is amazing! From the moment I dropped off my 6 month chihuahua pup up until I picked her up. She sent me constant updates with pics and videos! I could just tell that they bonded and I knew Luna (my pup) was in really good hands. Would definitely recommend her.”
“Asia was wonderful to work with. She took great care of my shiba inu marshmallow. She was very flexible and super accessible to work with some of my schedule changes during my trip away.”
“Isabelle took such great care of our Halo during the stay! We greatly appreciated all of the pictures throughout her stay during our vacation and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a petsitter outside of a kennel! We all thank you soo much! 😊🫶🏻🐶💕”
“So grateful for Kerstyn to take our Charlie last minute. Our dog got along great with hers! I feel bad my she took such good care of her on walks and lots of snuggles. Will use again!”
“Kerry was such a great find! Totally saved the day taking care of our dog after 6 hours on the road to Alexandria. Kerry was responsive and clearly loves dogs, not deterred by their quirky behaviors….theirs or their owners. Thank you so much! We hope to book time when we visit again!”
“Nyla was a fantastic host to Polly, my miniature schnauzer, for several days and evenings. She was caring, attentive, and offered a safe and loving home. She communicated daily, sending pictures and updates on how Polly was doing. This is my first time boarding Polly, and I feel SO fortunate to have found Nyla. Will absolutely request her services in the future!”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Donna S.Star Sitter
“I needed 5 hours of dog care for my newly rescued senior Pomeranian and I’m so grateful to have found Donna. Donna provided a calm and caring environment for my dog to feel comfortable and relaxed, and they took a 20 minute walk together. Thank you so much, Donna!”
Christine J.
“Christine was very kind and Jolene seemed happy to be there! Her kids are very kind and clearly know how to interact with dogs, even more anxious ones. I would definitely board Jolene with Christine again in the future.”
Lauren S.Star Sitter
“Lauren is fantastic and her pup Bentley is a sweetheart. Luna had a lovely stay and we will definitely be requesting Lauren for stays in the future!”
Luciana V.
“Luciana was amazing! She took great care of our pup while we were away Thanksgiving week. She was very professional, communicative, and most importantly caring to our dog!”
Nina C.
Star Sitter
“Nina was great. Super responsive and took care of my fur baby like she was her own. Always great when you can leave your furry friends worry free!”
Vilisi T.Star Sitter
“Vilisi is so good with our dog Buchoi. She really took good care of him and always update us everyday. I will definitely book her on our next Rover”
Alyce P.Star Sitter
“Alyce took excellent care of our dog. She was great to have us over for a meet-up prior to the stay, was very interested in getting to know our older dog's specific needs and was easy to work with. She sent daily pics / videos and a full rundown when we picked up. Highly recommend.”
Kelly R.Star Sitter
“Kelly was great and I felt comfortable leaving my pup with her. She was quick to respond to my request, to set up a meet and greet, and easygoing re: drop off and pickup. I will gladly book her again the next time I have a need.”
Chulpan Z.Star Sitter
“Chulpan and her family did an amazing job watching our cavapoo, Stella! We really appreciated all of the photos and videos, as well as all of the attention she gave our pup. Stella loved walks and play time with Ruby and can't wait until the next time she gets to visit :)”
Elena L.Star Sitter
“Elena and her husband are fantastic. This was our first experience where we felt no anxiety or stress while Peach was being taken care of. They sent the best updates and we could tell how happy, healthy and loved Peach was during her stay. She instantly fell in love with Elena and it was awesome to see her not be anxious during drop off. I was so happy. I cannot wait to use Elena again!!!!!”
Jodee & AJ H.Star Sitter
“Jodee, AJ and Maverick took care of our Daphne as if she was there own. She had a blast playing with Maverick and touring their neighborhood!!! Thank you for making Daphne feel at home❤️”
Haley & Christopher D.
“Haley and Chris were great! They were able to take a last minute request to watch our dog Fish. Fish loved playing with their dog Cooper. They sent lots of pictures and were super communicative. We would definitely have them watch Fish again!!”
Laurie & Richard E.Star Sitter
“Laurie and Richard helped me last minute when I struggled to find a dog sitter on a holiday weekend. They were also very accommodating to my travel schedule which was a little flux. My dog can be rather anxious but she quickly warmed up to them. The fact that they have a house with a yard was also a benefit to my pup! They also are true animal lovers and very patient with each animals needs and making sure they are comfortable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone in need of a pet sitter!”
Zuleirys S.Star Sitter
“Zuleyris is amazing! From the moment I dropped off my 6 month chihuahua pup up until I picked her up. She sent me constant updates with pics and videos! I could just tell that they bonded and I knew Luna (my pup) was in really good hands. Would definitely recommend her.”
Asia M.Star Sitter
“Asia was wonderful to work with. She took great care of my shiba inu marshmallow. She was very flexible and super accessible to work with some of my schedule changes during my trip away.”
Isabelle R.
“Isabelle took such great care of our Halo during the stay! We greatly appreciated all of the pictures throughout her stay during our vacation and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a petsitter outside of a kennel! We all thank you soo much! 😊🫶🏻🐶💕”
Kerstyn A.Star Sitter
“So grateful for Kerstyn to take our Charlie last minute. Our dog got along great with hers! I feel bad my she took such good care of her on walks and lots of snuggles. Will use again!”
Mary B.Star Sitter
“Mary took excellent care of our pup. Great communication, updates, and lots of adorable pictures. We would recommend her and book with her again in a heartbeat!”
Kerry W.Star Sitter
“Kerry was such a great find! Totally saved the day taking care of our dog after 6 hours on the road to Alexandria. Kerry was responsive and clearly loves dogs, not deterred by their quirky behaviors….theirs or their owners. Thank you so much! We hope to book time when we visit again!”
Nyla & Corey M.Star Sitter
“Nyla was a fantastic host to Polly, my miniature schnauzer, for several days and evenings. She was caring, attentive, and offered a safe and loving home. She communicated daily, sending pictures and updates on how Polly was doing. This is my first time boarding Polly, and I feel SO fortunate to have found Nyla. Will absolutely request her services in the future!”
Alcova Heights dog parents share their Rover experiences
Claudia was great! It was our first time using Rover and she made us feel at ease while we were out of town. She was responsive and sent a picture once a day. When we returned our pup seemed happy and healthy! We couldn't ask for anything better! Thank you Claudia!
After submitting the booking request, Michel was very responsive and asked thoughtful questions to ensure our pet would be comfortable during the meet and greet and the sitting. Our boy is a rescue and struggles with anxiety, and it was clear Michel and her husband helped him feel right at home. We would love to book with them again in the future.
Paige is absolutely wonderful with Astrid! She is communicative, sends lots of pictures, and is flexible to our dog’s needs. I can’t express how appreciative we are of her taking Astrid on short notice, and we will definitely be keeping her in mind for future care needs.
Emily did an amazing job with my dog Murphy! Always sent pictures and gave updates on him. She asked questions when she had them which we really appreciated! Murphy definitely enjoyed his stay with Emily and happy that I now have a trusted sitter for him where he’ll be looked after and enjoy his time there! Will be rebooking in the near future and highly recommend to anyone needing a sitter!
Amy was awesome! She took great care of Tofu over the weekend. Tofu loved playing with Amy's sweet doodle, Hazel. Amy also sent us a lot of pictures of them having fun and Tofu hanging out in their house. We came home to a happy, well-cared-for dog — couldn’t ask for more. Will leave Tofu again. Thanks, Amy!
Ashton was great! She made our first time boarding our dog Fitz a breeze and kept us update with how he was doing, including pictures and videos. She was also very accommodating when our flight was delayed. Fitz loved his time there and we hope to have him back to spend more time with Rui.
Patricia is truly an incredible sitter. Our puppy loves quality time from people and it’s so clear that Patricia gave her the attention and care she needed. Ours is an English bulldog, which requires a bit more care than most breeds, and she was very well cared-for. Patricia also was proactive in her communication, sharing how our puppy was doing and sending lots of cute photos. I can’t recommend Patricia enough! It’s clear she truly is a pet person who cares for the pets she takes care of.
Moxy and her husband, Shannon, were absolutely phenomenal sitters for our dog, Magic. He is our baby and we’re extremely cautious about who we leave him with. They carefully followed all instructions, sent multiple updates each day and went above and beyond when Magic developed a medical issue (just a random thing - not their fault in any way). Through it all, their kind and loving personalities shone through. They weren’t just watching him - they truly cared about his health, happiness and wellbeing like he was their own, delighted in playing with him and fulfilled his endless demands for snuggles!! Because of them, we could relax and enjoy our vacation, knowing he was in the best possible hands. What a gift!
Madeline and her Staffordshire, Gus really took great care of Rusty over the weekend. She sent lots of pictures and kept us up to date with how things were going. Gus and Rusty seemed to be very happy playing together and hanging out. We will definitely be booking again.
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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Alcova Heights.
Rover makes it easy to find Alcova Heights 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
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