Dog Boarding in Alexandria
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“Melanie and Greg are our go-to sitters! Our pup loves the entire family and we love how communicative and caring Melanie and Greg are when we’re traveling.”
“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!”
“I left my dog Archie with Francise for a couple days and she was great with him! He’s an anxious one and when I went to get him he seemed so happy and comfortable. Francise was great with accommodating me and had great communication while I was away.”
“Rae is a kind and attentive person, and she made Oliver feel safe and comfortable during his entire stay. This was his first boarding experience not with family, and he had a good time. Will re-book!”
“Kelly was great. She was quick to respond initially and during Brandys visit sending pictures and updates throughout the stay. Brandy seemed very happy upon coming home. I would recommend Kelly to anyone looking for a stay. I will book again when needed.”
“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!”
“Patricia was amazing with our paw girls. Very responsive, she sent constant communication and videos for us to see how they were doing. They love her house and to play with Mojo. We had peace of mind in our vacation knowing that she was taking great care of our girls. 💯 recommended.”
“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 !”
“I’ve sent my dog Rory to stay with Michelle and her family several times now, and she does such a good job that I think he likes her place better than mine! See you next time, Michelle (and baby, cats, and pup!)”
“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!”
“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!”
“Jess was more than amazing with our pup! It was our pup’s first time being away from home and we were so worried she would be sad, but she had the best time. Jess sends lots of photos and treats your dog like her own. Would recommend Jess a million times over!”
“Dolce had a wonderful 3 week boarding experience with Shane and his family! I received daily updates with photos and felt 100% certain he was not only in great hands, but also having a blast. Thanks Shane!”
“Donna is the best! My girl Finny is almost 17 years old and Donna is so patient and kind with her. I always know Finny will be safe and treated like family when I’m away.”
“Matthew with family is very accommodating and will entertain your dog for a great price! They went swimming and on long walks. Executed Ozzie’s food plan and supplements no problem. They sleep in the bed with their dogs which my dog liked. I’ll be a return customer if they’ll have us.”
“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 😂💓”
“Elizabeth is amazing! She treated our pup Ollie like one of her own and made his stay feel like a true vacation. From fun adventures and plenty of playtime to the sweetest snuggles, it's clear she genuinely loves animals and goes above and beyond to make them feel safe, happy, and loved. She sent us the cutest photos and videos throughout his stay, which we looked forward to every day. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. Ollie had the best time, and we’re so grateful to have found her!”
“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!”
“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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