Dog Boarding Alexandria
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“Christine took such good care of my dog. I was an anxious first-time owner, but she sent lots of photos and updates and it clear my dog was being well cared for. Definitely recommend!”
“My dog stayed with Brian for 4 days. I cannot day enough great things about Brian’s dog sitting. We received photo updates 2x/day. My dog doesn’t go into a kennel, so it was especially important to find a place that he can make himself at home. Don’t hesitate to schedule a stay with Brian...pet will enjoy every bit of their stay!”
“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!”
“Karen was amazing. It was Ember's first time staying with anybody, and Karen made sure that Ember felt safe and comfortable. She sent pictures and updates to make sure I was comfortable too. :-).”
“Matthew treated our pups like they were his own. They were super happy and very well taken care of. Fantastic communication. Easy going and easy to work with. My pups already want to go back. Thanks for the fantastic experience!”
“Nina continues to be awesome!! She let us know day by day how Winston was doing and anything she noticed. She takes such good care of him, and I always feel comfortable leaving him with her!!”
“Jennifer and Louis are FANTASTIC. They are Dolly's home away from home. I feel 100% at ease with Dolly in Jennifer's 24 hour care. Dolly has stayed with Jennifer before - and just now for 2 weeks and I will fly up from Florida for Dolly to stay with Jennifer and Louis when my family and I travel Internationally in October. Jennifer communicates, send pictures and keeps us informed. We love Jennifer and Dolly is always happy to see her and Louis.”
“Julie was amazing! My pup is an anxious one, and she was so happy and comfy here 😊 Julie was communicative about how she was doing, and Penny had a wonderful time”
“Catherine & Nikhit took excellent care of Buckley, and I felt completely at ease during my two-week vacation. I received tons of photo and video updates, and it was clear that Buckley was having the best time ever. He looked happy, comfortable, and totally spoiled with attention. I loved every update and could tell he was being treated like part of the family. I would absolutely book with Catherine & Nikhit again in the future!”
“Terez was great, I have a special needs dog and she did so good taking of him. She clearly loves dogs and has a kind way about her with them. Highly recommend her service. She provided regular feedback on the stay and sent some cute pictures of my guy looking comfortable with her”
“Amazing Rover! She took such good care of my dog for a week and a half. Sent me lots of pictures and updates and was really receptive and caring of our care instructions. She looked over him during the 4th, and our dog does not do well with the fireworks, but she made him very comfortable and he was well taken care of. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a Roger.”
“Staying with Elizabeth was a wonderful experience for us and our pups. She is responsive, friendly, and chill—what our pups needed. A great experience overall.”
“Nani was AMAZING!!! She sent pictures throughout the day, took Tootie out for walks and allowed Tootie to play with her dogs. I would absolutely book Nani again and recommend her to friends. Thank you so much!”
“Francise was wonderful with our girl, Winnie! She took wonderful care and provided great updates and photos. Winnie can be a little difficult on walks sometimes because she is a bit dog reactive and Francise did a great job managing her! We can’t say enough nice things and we highly recommend Francise and look forward to having Winnie stay with Francise again!”
“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!”
“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!”
“Kayla and Adam were wonderful hosts for our little Bonnie! This was Bonnie’s first time staying anywhere without us, but Kayla and Adam obviously love dogs and were simply great with her. Kayla sent reports with pictures several times a day, putting our minds at ease. And the fact that our dog, a very nervous and picky eater, was relaxed enough to eat on her first day told us very clearly that she was doing fine and felt at home with Kayla and her family. Thank you Kayla and Adam - we’ll be back!!”
“Gwen was amazing! She gave several updates (with pictures) during my dogs stay and made my dog feel right at home. I would definitely use her as a sitter again!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Alexandria is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Alexandria
Jadyn did a fantastic job watching my dog! I swear he is some kind of dog whisperer because my dog took to him right away and he was cuddling with Jadyn in no time. Jadyn provided great updates-thorough and with pictures so that I was able to relax and not worry while away. My dog had a great time and was very comfortable at his house. Highly recommend.
Russ and Andra were great and Atlas felt welcome from the start. I know he loved exploring their space. I left Atlas for the weekend and he did so good and enjoyed making new fur-friends. I loved that they kept me updated with pictures throughout his stay and was very communicatcble. We would love to have Atlas stay with them more often.
Kathleen was wonderful and took such good care of my dog. She handled her anxiety, reactivity, and medications with ease and kept me updated on how she was doing with pictures. She even went above and beyond to borrow a bigger crate for her to use! Thank you so much Kathleen!
Cristian was an absolute gem!! He accepted my last minute booking for Chase and Lala, and I’m so grateful he did. He loved on my Chase and Lala so much and I could tell as soon as I picked them up and from the pictures. Thank you so much for keeping and loving on my Chase and Lala
Melissa is such a kind and caring sitter! She made a point to ask if I’d like to do a meet & greet before Heinz’s first stay with her, which I really appreciated since we were new to using Rover in the area. I also really appreciated how upfront and communicative she was about the other dogs who would be staying with her. It made me feel comfortable knowing what to expect and that Heinz would have some new friends to play with! She was so easy to communicate with throughout the stay and sent regular updates and photos of Heinz. I could tell he was having the best time! He had a great time playing with the other pups, and when it was time to leave, he of course was excited to see his mom but also didn’t want to leave Melissa! 😂 I felt so comfortable knowing Heinz was in such great hands, and I will definitely be using Melissa again to take care of my baby. Highly recommend her! ❤️
Megan is absolutely fabulous! She’s super responsive and very flexible. Our dog Winston loves staying with her, she makes him feel at ease right away. I always appreciate the daily updates and all the pictures she sends. Would recommend Megan to anyone looking for a dog sitter!
We had a wonderful experience with Kael and Juliana! They were incredibly kind, empathetic, and accommodating, even taking our booking at the very last minute. Our two dogs, Frankie and Winston, stayed at their house and were treated like family. We loved receiving all the updates, pictures, and videos of them going on walks and being so well cared for. It gave us complete peace of mind knowing they were in such loving hands. We highly recommend Kael and Juliana!
Another great stay with Nina and Chris for our dog, Mischa! This was her third stay with Nina and Chris over the past month and she was in excellent hands. They were communicative and sent photo updates while we were away. We appreciate their willingness to watch Mischa within a week’s notice as well as their flexibility with the drop off time after I made a timing error and showed up an hour early! Thanks Nina and Chris!
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Alexandria on Rover is $53.5 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 7,442 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Alexandria. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
94% of Alexandria sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Alexandria landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Alexandria home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Alexandria.
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Alexandria sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in VA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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