Dog Boarding in Alexandria
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“Super nice family with great communication from beginning to end. Very understanding with flexible times of drop off or pick up. Covey felt perfectly at home and we knew that when we saw pictures of him lounging on the family’s couch! It was a great experience for us to know he was in good hands and getting affection and attention to his care as if he was there own dog.”
“Kelly was awesome with our Benji. Benji doesn't normally like strangers but he instantly loved her and felt comfortable in her home. She sent pics and updates throughout and was very flexible with drop off and pick up. Benjis stomach was upset and Kelly was able to give him meds and update us on his poops. Our first time using Rover and she helped us become comfortable with it.”
“Finding someone you trust with your dogs is priceless, and we truly couldn’t have asked for better care. Our two dogs were treated like family, and it showed in how happy and content they were when we returned. The updates, attention to detail, and genuine love made all the difference. We are so grateful and would absolutely book again!”
“Elizabeth cared for our pup for the first time on our longest period away from her during an international trip. We never had to worry or wonder how she was because of how consistently Elizabeth kept us in the loop. We are so thankful we found her, she took amazing care of our baby!”
“Jennifer and Louis were very friendly and accommodating for me and my pup first overnight stay I was very nervous in the beginning due to it being my dog first overnight stay. I a new to the app and was looking for a playful friendly dog that my dog can stay and play with occasionally. We have found one thank you Jennifer and Louis for your hospitality pictures and videos everything went great!”
“Nina and Chris were great pet-sitters for my dog Charlie. They were easy to work with, sent lots of pictures, and were always responsive to communications. Charlie came home happy and healthy! Thank you !”
“Jessica was a great pet sitter! Our dog Charlie was very well taken care of and he absolutely loved chasing balls at the park. We would definitely use Jessica again! Thank you!”
“As always, Michelle was PHENOMENAL! She gives constant and helpful updates, has the sweetest pup who Annie loves to play with, and is overall just so accommodating, personable, and kind! Will always have Annie stay here if and when she’ll have her.”
“I'm so thankful to Catherine and Nikhit. Old dogs can need a lot of special care and attention and they are so good with my old lady, and I was able to actually enjoy my vacation without worrying about if Stella was being too much. Stella seems to love going on vacation to their house as well!”
“Anna took amazing care of our senior pup! We are so thankful to find someone who genuinely cares for pets and she treated ours as if she were her own. Anna also was a great communicator and we absolutely trust her to take care of our pup again!”
“Rae took great care of Jesse for a week. She has lots Of toys and activities for the busy pet. I’m so glad my dog also got to enjoy a vacation. I would rebook with Rae.”
“Pat was wonderful. Lots of photos and updates. Great communication and willingness to take Rhea on short notice. She had the best time, her backyard was a playground for Rhea to explore and her pup mojo and Rhea became best friends.”
“Brie had a lot of fun with Katie! Katie sent wonderful pictures and videos, and I could see she was having a good time. It's hard to be away from one's pup and I was grateful that she could stay with Katie over the weekend.”
“Thank you Shane for watching Fudge! Communication was great and Fudge seemed to really enjoy himself. Shane sent us lots of photo updates during the day. We will definitely be back!”
“Matt and Kelly (and their sweet daughter!) took great care of Robbin while I was away! They took her on plenty of walks and runs and I received pictures while I was away which was very much appreciated.”
“Julian and her husband were fantastic. They made our Charlie feel right at home, took him for great walks and sent us pictures everyday reminding us how much fun he was having. Highly recommend using them.”
“My very first time utilizing Rover service providers. I’m so thrilled and pleased with the care that Christine provided. Our initial meet & great definitely eased my anxiety and Marlee took to her right away. Christine provided updates and photos during Marlee’s stay. I could see from the pics that Marlee was enjoying her time and blended well with the other dogs present. Definitely plan to board w/ Christine again. Thanks for taking good care of my fur baby and easing her separation anxiety.”
“10 x10 Stars for Megan’s love and care for my Lord Henry. The videos and photos gave me so much comfort. Megan not just walked him twice daily, she made sure that my high energy labradoodle got plenty of dog park and social time. When he wasn’t up to being social she gave him on on one play time. She administered his eye meds with no problem. I guest being a nurse brings a special mindset. I will always trust Megan with my precious Lord Henry. I’ve used many dog sitters and boarding services. Megan is the best. Thank you Megan for giving Lord Henry the best time ever.”
About: I've been a dog owner for 12 years, and a dog and pet lover my whole life! I have had to send my two dogs to heaven in the last two years, and I miss having dogs in my life, but I'm not quite ready to adopt again. But I'd love to help owners with their pets, and shower them with affection and walks and dog park visits while they are in my care. Dogs are allowed on the bed and furniture in my home, of course! I telework 3 days per week, and when I am not teleworking I work short days, and am home most evenings as well. I am also available to sit in your home as well! While I don't have a yard, I live in Del Ray with many parks, trails, and dog friends to spend time with. I'm very active and love to hike and walk.
Over 18,572 pet parents in Alexandria have booked dog boarding
Alexandria dog parents share their Rover experiences
Daniela was amazing! With all the stress of traveling, I didn’t have to worry about my dog Lyle. I knew he was in great hands. She was really attentive to details, responsive, and we could tell Lyle had a great time with her. He’s high energy but such a sweetheart and she was so accommodating to that. We would absolutely book with her in the future. Thank you!
I couldn't have asked for a better sitter. My 9 year old dog had had his teeth cleaned right before I left for a work trip. Helen toon such great care of him from giving him is medication, taking him on long walks, and loving him as if he was her own. She sent pictures and updates daily. I wasn't worried at any point. I highly recommend Helen as a sitter.
Jhonny was very responsive and provided multiple pictures of our dog having a great time enjoying walks during his boarding! Communication was a little less frequent than we’re used to, but it allowed us to really settle in to our trip without worrying about our dog. We returned to happy dog who had obviously settled in well with Jhonny by eating his meals and taking his meds! We will look forward to working with Jhonny again in the future.
Kael and Juliana were great with Lola! they sent videos and pictures every day and she always looked happy! First time with Rover that our dog also doesn’t come back with an upset stomach and she looked happy when we picked her up. Will definitely be working with them again for any trips we’ll have in the future
Julie was great with our corgi! It was a last minute boarding request and we appreciated that she was very quick to respond and set up a same-day meet and greet. She sent lots of updates with pictures and videos, which we love. We definitely would have our pup stay with her again!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Alexandria is $50
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Sitters in Alexandria average 11 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, 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 $72 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 6,848 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, 90% 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 11 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 6,848 dog boarding sitters in Alexandria on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Alexandria, 94% 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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