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“Amy was amazing with our pup Nora! She was so easy to work with. She kept us up to date on all of Nora’s adventures while we were away! Her communication and pics put us at ease knowing Nora was in good hands and having the best time! We will definitely reach out to Amy again when we need someone to keep Nora!”
“Angel and kids were so wonderful with my dog Gabby. A big backyard for Gabby to play with and got along real well with their other pets. I would 100% definitely book again in the future!”
“Karen was great she sent daily pics and was very warm and welcoming when I dropped off GROOT. Stayed in great contact for the 6 days she had him. Thank you so much KAREN. I'm definitely referring anyone who needs a dog sitter to you.”
“Dianna was awesome. She handled our new puppy with loving care for 1 week. She was constantly sending pictures and videos and had an awesome outdoor fenced in yard, I would highly recommend.”
“Hailey was excellent! Anything I asked, she responded quick. I felt comfortable leaving Wynter in her care and he returned home happy and relaxed. When I dropped him off, it was easy and effortless. I really appreciate the help from Hailey. Will definitely book again 👌”
“Jared was great! Amazing communication, constantly kept me updated on my dog throughout the day with photos and videos. My dog absolutely loved boarding with him and his pups. Would recommend. You can tell he truly cares about animals and will treat yours just like his own.”
“Tammi has watched Max, our 5 year old Yorkie, several times over the past 4 years. She always does a great job with Max. Tammi has also been available on very short notice, which really was a relief. I highly recommend Tammi.”
“Jane goes above and beyond, I would highly recommend. Murphy had a blast, she took him with her wherever she went and he enjoyed socializing with lots of people and neighborhood dogs. Great communication - She is quick to respond and sent daily updates with pictures. I mentioned it was Murphys birthday and she bought him a treat and new toy. Cannot say enough good things, thank you!”
“Alycia always provide great care for our 11 year old pug/chihaua mix. Cady had a great time hanging with her dog and the guest dog. She also provided regular update photos--always a comfort to see your dog at rest or play!”
“We were really happy with the care Kodiak received during her stay. We loved the picture updates and hearing what she was up to while we were gone. Kodi came home much more relaxed than she ever has after staying at the kennel. Thanks for taking care of our girl! We will definitely look to book again for future care.”
“I cannot say enough about Patricia. She took wonderful care of our dogs. She sent tons of photos and kept us updated about their well being. Such a relief when you are traveling. I would highly recommend her. ❤️”
“Tricia was amazing! We booked last minute and she was super accommodating and flexible. She sent us cute updates and our pup clearly had a lovely time. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone!”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wonderful Care for Esther – Thank You, Jobe and Girlfriend! I had such a great experience with Jobe and his girlfriend on Rover! They took amazing care of my 8-month-old puppy, Esther, while I was away, and I couldn’t have asked for a better pair to look after her. From the moment we met, they were warm, communicative, and clearly experienced with dogs. Esther can be a bit energetic and playful, but they handled her perfectly—keeping her active, loved, and entertained the whole time. I got regular updates with photos and videos, and it warmed my heart to see how happy she looked! When I picked her up, she was calm, healthy, and clearly had been treated like family. I’m so thankful for the love and attention they gave her. I wouldn’t hesitate to book them again. Thank you, Jobe and your amazing girlfriend, for taking such beautiful care of my baby girl, Esther! 🐾💛”
“Ryan was a fantastic sitter for our Bailee. We felt very comfortable with leaving her with him and his family. I loved how he said “he was honored to keep her”. We would definitely use him again.”
“This was our first time leaving our dogs with Andrea and she was fantastic! The videos and the pictures and the updates on their eating, etc. made us feel very secure knowing they were safe while we were out of town! I know our dogs were loved and we’re in great hands!”
“Ryan put my mind at ease while I was traveling with work. He sent me daily pictures and video of my little guy and kept in touch with me throughout the stay. Would definitely recommend and will use for next time! ??”
“Matthew and Jill were AMAZING with our big guy, Gunner! They were welcoming to us during Gunner's drop off, and asked all the questions to make sure his stay was great and comfortable. They sent us daily updates, pictures included. For someone who stresses leaving their fur babies behind when traveling, I felt completely at ease with having Gunner in the hands of Mathew and Jill. Highly recommend, and will be contacting again in future travels.”
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Amy K.Star Sitter
“Amy was amazing with our pup Nora! She was so easy to work with. She kept us up to date on all of Nora’s adventures while we were away! Her communication and pics put us at ease knowing Nora was in good hands and having the best time! We will definitely reach out to Amy again when we need someone to keep Nora!”
Angel C.Star Sitter
“Angel and kids were so wonderful with my dog Gabby. A big backyard for Gabby to play with and got along real well with their other pets. I would 100% definitely book again in the future!”
Karen T.Star Sitter
“Karen was great she sent daily pics and was very warm and welcoming when I dropped off GROOT. Stayed in great contact for the 6 days she had him. Thank you so much KAREN. I'm definitely referring anyone who needs a dog sitter to you.”
Dianna E.Star Sitter
“Dianna was awesome. She handled our new puppy with loving care for 1 week. She was constantly sending pictures and videos and had an awesome outdoor fenced in yard, I would highly recommend.”
Hailey K.
“Hailey was excellent! Anything I asked, she responded quick. I felt comfortable leaving Wynter in her care and he returned home happy and relaxed. When I dropped him off, it was easy and effortless. I really appreciate the help from Hailey. Will definitely book again 👌”
Jared C.Star Sitter
“Jared was great! Amazing communication, constantly kept me updated on my dog throughout the day with photos and videos. My dog absolutely loved boarding with him and his pups. Would recommend. You can tell he truly cares about animals and will treat yours just like his own.”
Tammi K.Star Sitter
“Tammi has watched Max, our 5 year old Yorkie, several times over the past 4 years. She always does a great job with Max. Tammi has also been available on very short notice, which really was a relief. I highly recommend Tammi.”
Jane M.Star Sitter
“Jane goes above and beyond, I would highly recommend. Murphy had a blast, she took him with her wherever she went and he enjoyed socializing with lots of people and neighborhood dogs. Great communication - She is quick to respond and sent daily updates with pictures. I mentioned it was Murphys birthday and she bought him a treat and new toy. Cannot say enough good things, thank you!”
Alycia C.Star Sitter
“Alycia always provide great care for our 11 year old pug/chihaua mix. Cady had a great time hanging with her dog and the guest dog. She also provided regular update photos--always a comfort to see your dog at rest or play!”
Madison E.Star Sitter
“Madison gave Bea good care while I was away and made her feel safe and comfortable. She was thoughtful with walks and puppy activities, even in the cold!”
Whitney Y.
“Fantastic stay for our pup! I received regular detailed updates and pictures. Everyone seemed to enjoy our Coco. Looks like we've found our regular sitter.”
William & Haley S.Star Sitter
“We were really happy with the care Kodiak received during her stay. We loved the picture updates and hearing what she was up to while we were gone. Kodi came home much more relaxed than she ever has after staying at the kennel. Thanks for taking care of our girl! We will definitely look to book again for future care.”
Becca H.
“Becca was super responsive and took really good care of my cat while I was away. Would highly recommend and will definitely book again in the future.”
Patricia L.Star Sitter
“I cannot say enough about Patricia. She took wonderful care of our dogs. She sent tons of photos and kept us updated about their well being. Such a relief when you are traveling. I would highly recommend her. ❤️”
Tricia B.
“Tricia was amazing! We booked last minute and she was super accommodating and flexible. She sent us cute updates and our pup clearly had a lovely time. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone!”
Jobe W.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wonderful Care for Esther – Thank You, Jobe and Girlfriend! I had such a great experience with Jobe and his girlfriend on Rover! They took amazing care of my 8-month-old puppy, Esther, while I was away, and I couldn’t have asked for a better pair to look after her. From the moment we met, they were warm, communicative, and clearly experienced with dogs. Esther can be a bit energetic and playful, but they handled her perfectly—keeping her active, loved, and entertained the whole time. I got regular updates with photos and videos, and it warmed my heart to see how happy she looked! When I picked her up, she was calm, healthy, and clearly had been treated like family. I’m so thankful for the love and attention they gave her. I wouldn’t hesitate to book them again. Thank you, Jobe and your amazing girlfriend, for taking such beautiful care of my baby girl, Esther! 🐾💛”
Ryan O.
“Ryan was a fantastic sitter for our Bailee. We felt very comfortable with leaving her with him and his family. I loved how he said “he was honored to keep her”. We would definitely use him again.”
Andrea J.Star Sitter
“This was our first time leaving our dogs with Andrea and she was fantastic! The videos and the pictures and the updates on their eating, etc. made us feel very secure knowing they were safe while we were out of town! I know our dogs were loved and we’re in great hands!”
Ryan K.Star Sitter
“Ryan put my mind at ease while I was traveling with work. He sent me daily pictures and video of my little guy and kept in touch with me throughout the stay. Would definitely recommend and will use for next time! ??”
Matthew & Jill T.
“Matthew and Jill were AMAZING with our big guy, Gunner! They were welcoming to us during Gunner's drop off, and asked all the questions to make sure his stay was great and comfortable. They sent us daily updates, pictures included. For someone who stresses leaving their fur babies behind when traveling, I felt completely at ease with having Gunner in the hands of Mathew and Jill. Highly recommend, and will be contacting again in future travels.”
Over 197 pet parents in Alexandria have booked dog boarding
Alexandria dog parents share their Rover experiences
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wonderful Care for Esther – Thank You, Jobe and Girlfriend! I had such a great experience with Jobe and his girlfriend on Rover! They took amazing care of my 8-month-old puppy, Esther, while I was away, and I couldn’t have asked for a better pair to look after her. From the moment we met, they were warm, communicative, and clearly experienced with dogs. Esther can be a bit energetic and playful, but they handled her perfectly—keeping her active, loved, and entertained the whole time. I got regular updates with photos and videos, and it warmed my heart to see how happy she looked! When I picked her up, she was calm, healthy, and clearly had been treated like family. I’m so thankful for the love and attention they gave her. I wouldn’t hesitate to book them again. Thank you, Jobe and your amazing girlfriend, for taking such beautiful care of my baby girl, Esther! 🐾💛
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Alexandria is $40
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Sitters in Alexandria average 13 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Alexandria is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Alexandria dog boarding rates can be found as low as $21 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 771 sitters provided dog boarding in Alexandria. 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 Alexandria dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Alexandria have an average of 18 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Alexandria.
Rover makes it easy to find Alexandria 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 771 dog boarding sitters in Alexandria on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Alexandria, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 97% 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.
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