Dog Boarding in Alexandria
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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.
“Christine was wonderful. Teddy felt right at home as soon as we got there and quickly loved her which put me at ease. She sent me photos and gave me updates on how Teddy was doing. Her home has a fenced back yard and other pups for Teddy to play with. I could tell he had a great time and was exhausted when we got home. Sign of a good visit! Will definitely book again! Thanks so much, Christine!”
“We are so happy we found Lauren who has become a reliable and communicative dog sitter for our golden retriever. It’s so nice to leave him with Lauren while we’re away knowing that he is in good hands!”
“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.”
“Nina was amazing!!! We had flight delays, and last minute she was able to keep Winston another night for us. Super grateful for her, and her clear love for puppies!”
“Kerry was wonderful — our dog is very particular and usually needs time to warm up to people, but he and Kerry were best friends immediately!! We also loved that Kerry sent us a ton of updates and pictures. Her home is very welcoming to pups, and we know Teddy felt comfortable and had a great time. Kerry is very easy to communicate with and flexible when planning pick-up and drop-off! We can’t wait until Teddy can visit Kerry again ❤️”
“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!”
“I had never used Rover before and couldn't have asked for a better dog sitter than Brian! I received updates and photos throughout the weekend, making me feel confident that I had left Bernie in good hands. When I picked him up at the end of my trip, I got a happy, tired dog. I would absolutely use Brian again next time I have to leave town!”
“She was amazing! This was my First time using rover and I was so nervous but she definitely made me feel more than comfortable that she would take care of my Ivy while on vacation! I couldn’t recommend her enough! Amazing service with constant updates and pic mail!”
“Amazing sitters! Jodee and AJ are super easy and lovely, lovely yard for my dog to play in which he doesn’t have at home. Sent pictures everyday with updates. At the end of the stay my return flight was delayed and they were willing to watch my dog an extra night—super accommodating. Highly recommend and will use them again in a heartbeat!”
“10/10. I’m pretty protective of my dog and Katie took such good care of him! Lots of videos and pictures which made me feel so much better. And he likes Katie a lot so I pretty much found our permanent babysitter 😂💓”
“Shayla is definitely a sitter I’ll use again. She kept me posted on Lola and sent pictures. Additionally, she kept Lola an additional night when I was having some travel delays. We appreciated her flexibility. Lola seemed happy when picked up.”
“Jennifer does a great job taking care of my dog! My dog is tiny and Jennifer and Louie are both super gentle. She's also always really responsive and flexible with pick up times.”
“Nicolette and her were dog were perfect for my dog. Nicolette was accommodating to my unexpected changes in time. Overall she is a cool person and did an amazing job. Thank you for taking care of Echo. I will reach out again when I need a dog sitter.”
“Shane took such great care of our boy Levi. He sent pictures right away to let us know our pup was settling in, and throughout his whole stay to let us know how he was doing. We didn't worry about him at all and could tell from the pictures, and when we picked him up, that he had a great time! This will be Levi's new home away from home.”
“Juliana and her husband were great both times they took care of Bella and were quick to respond whenever I reached out. I will definitely have Bella stay with them many more times in the future.”
“Simon did a great job of communicating and sending pics on Ferris’ first stay at his place. We’ve booked 2 more visits to Simon’s place and looking forward to many more.”
“Bryan was amazing! He took such good care of my dog Albie. He took into consideration my concerns about Albie, who gets pretty nervous when thunderstorms are coming as well as the fact that doesn't like other dogs. They took long walks and then chilled out on the sofa when they got back. He took Albie to the dog park when it was empty so he could run around. The comments and videos Bryan sent were so reassuring. I can't say enough good things about him. He has become the first person I will contact when I need a pet sitter. Thank you, Bryan!”
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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.
Christine J.
“Christine was wonderful. Teddy felt right at home as soon as we got there and quickly loved her which put me at ease. She sent me photos and gave me updates on how Teddy was doing. Her home has a fenced back yard and other pups for Teddy to play with. I could tell he had a great time and was exhausted when we got home. Sign of a good visit! Will definitely book again! Thanks so much, Christine!”
Lauren S.Star Sitter
“We are so happy we found Lauren who has become a reliable and communicative dog sitter for our golden retriever. It’s so nice to leave him with Lauren while we’re away knowing that he is in good hands!”
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.”
Nina C.
Star Sitter
“Nina was amazing!!! We had flight delays, and last minute she was able to keep Winston another night for us. Super grateful for her, and her clear love for puppies!”
Kerry W.Star Sitter
“Kerry was wonderful — our dog is very particular and usually needs time to warm up to people, but he and Kerry were best friends immediately!! We also loved that Kerry sent us a ton of updates and pictures. Her home is very welcoming to pups, and we know Teddy felt comfortable and had a great time. Kerry is very easy to communicate with and flexible when planning pick-up and drop-off! We can’t wait until Teddy can visit Kerry again ❤️”
Emmanuel S.Star Sitter
“Super nice gentlemen who made Nezuko so happy! Lots of pictures and good communication. Flexible with your travel needs. I will definitely use them again!”
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!”
Brian K.Star Sitter
“I had never used Rover before and couldn't have asked for a better dog sitter than Brian! I received updates and photos throughout the weekend, making me feel confident that I had left Bernie in good hands. When I picked him up at the end of my trip, I got a happy, tired dog. I would absolutely use Brian again next time I have to leave town!”
Vilisi T.Star Sitter
“She was amazing! This was my First time using rover and I was so nervous but she definitely made me feel more than comfortable that she would take care of my Ivy while on vacation! I couldn’t recommend her enough! Amazing service with constant updates and pic mail!”
Jodee & AJ H.Star Sitter
“Amazing sitters! Jodee and AJ are super easy and lovely, lovely yard for my dog to play in which he doesn’t have at home. Sent pictures everyday with updates. At the end of the stay my return flight was delayed and they were willing to watch my dog an extra night—super accommodating. Highly recommend and will use them again in a heartbeat!”
Katie T.Star Sitter
“10/10. I’m pretty protective of my dog and Katie took such good care of him! Lots of videos and pictures which made me feel so much better. And he likes Katie a lot so I pretty much found our permanent babysitter 😂💓”
Russ B.Star Sitter
“Aspen had a great time staying with Russ and his family! They took excellent care of him. We loved seeing pictures and videos of him having fun playing each day!”
Shayla C.Star Sitter
“Shayla is definitely a sitter I’ll use again. She kept me posted on Lola and sent pictures. Additionally, she kept Lola an additional night when I was having some travel delays. We appreciated her flexibility. Lola seemed happy when picked up.”
Jennifer H.Star Sitter
“Jennifer does a great job taking care of my dog! My dog is tiny and Jennifer and Louie are both super gentle. She's also always really responsive and flexible with pick up times.”
Nicollette J.Star Sitter
“Nicolette and her were dog were perfect for my dog. Nicolette was accommodating to my unexpected changes in time. Overall she is a cool person and did an amazing job. Thank you for taking care of Echo. I will reach out again when I need a dog sitter.”
Shane J.
“Shane took such great care of our boy Levi. He sent pictures right away to let us know our pup was settling in, and throughout his whole stay to let us know how he was doing. We didn't worry about him at all and could tell from the pictures, and when we picked him up, that he had a great time! This will be Levi's new home away from home.”
Juliana G.Star Sitter
“Juliana and her husband were great both times they took care of Bella and were quick to respond whenever I reached out. I will definitely have Bella stay with them many more times in the future.”
Alexis H.
“Alexis was so kind and communicative! I could tell my pups were well cared for during their stay. Definitely planning to have her watch them in the future!”
Simon H.Star Sitter
“Simon did a great job of communicating and sending pics on Ferris’ first stay at his place. We’ve booked 2 more visits to Simon’s place and looking forward to many more.”
Bryan L.Star Sitter
“Bryan was amazing! He took such good care of my dog Albie. He took into consideration my concerns about Albie, who gets pretty nervous when thunderstorms are coming as well as the fact that doesn't like other dogs. They took long walks and then chilled out on the sofa when they got back. He took Albie to the dog park when it was empty so he could run around. The comments and videos Bryan sent were so reassuring. I can't say enough good things about him. He has become the first person I will contact when I need a pet sitter. Thank you, Bryan!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Alexandria is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. 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 $30 to as high as $71 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 7,028 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, 91% of Alexandria dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Alexandria have an average of 15 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 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 7,028 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, 95% offer medication administration, and 86% 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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