Pet Boarding Alexandria
Find a loving Alexandria pet sitter to watch your cat or dog overnight at your sitter’s home.
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“Brandon continues to take amazing care of my dog. I’ve been consistently working with him for boarding services for over a year and he consistently goes above and beyond. I always have complete peace of mind knowing Rizzo is in such great hands. The updates, communication, and attention to detail are consistently excellent. If you're looking for someone who will treat your dog like family, look no further!”
“As always Melanie and Greg (and their two adorable kids) did a fantastic job caring for our pups. They’re so attentive, loving, and genuinely love dogs! They sent great pictures and our pups were exhausted when they got home! Absolutely will use them again.”
“Amanda went above and beyond when watching Poppy! She not only administered Poppy's medications, but also drove to our vet to pick up a new prescription. I'm grateful to Amanda for taking such good care.”
“Eduardo and Suseth watched our dog for a whole 8 days while we were away on vacation and we are SO thankful to have found them! They took such great care of our pup, gave him love and attention, and kept us updated throughout the whole week. We seriously can’t thank them enough and recommend them to anyone in search of a kind and loving sitter!”
“Jodee, AJ and Maverick took care of our Daphne as if she was there own. She had a blast playing with Maverick and touring their neighborhood!!! Thank you for making Daphne feel at home❤️”
“Tehani was fantastic!! Extremely communicative and responsive throughout. She shared photos throughout the day. He was very at ease with her. I will definitely book with her again!!”
“India was absolutely the best caretaker of my boy for the weekend! She sent frequent updates and really treated him like her own. Even sent him home with a goodie bag of treats! I am looking forward to booking her again!”
“We were traveling and planned a last minute stop in DC and Mount Vernon. Cameron was able to watch our Luna for 2 nights while we got to enjoy the city and not worry about Luna and the heat. Plus, Luna had other 4 legged friends to hang with. Would definitely recommend and thank you for taking great care of Luna.”
“My dog had a great time with Chynna and Sage. He even seemed a bit sad when he got home after his ‘vacation’. Chynna is very responsive and sent pics and video of Kobe’s stay. We will DEFINITELY utilize Chynna for all of our future travels!! We HIGHLY recommend her. You won’t be disappointed.”
“Kael and Juliana were excellent sitters for my dog Jax. They were very friendly and sent me daily pictures of Jax and ensured he got his exercise too. I would recommend them to anyone.”
“Nicole is a fabulous human and took wonderful care of my high-energy, clingy pup, Chewy! She was extremely communicative, sent photos, and even ensured I was tracking some troubling growths on Chewy's shoulders- what a good dog mama! Seemless drop off and pick up- highly recommmend!”
“We are so grateful for Aubrianna!! Joy was in good and loving hands. We got pictures and a video which gave us peace of mind and Joy came home with a new fetch toy!!”
“Jasmine and Stormi were great with Roxy. Roxy was transitioning between dog foods during her stay and Jasmine handled it like a pro. I would highly recommend Jasmine for your next trip.”
“Emanuel was great and my dog, Ruben, had a great time at his house playing with other dogs. Ruben has clear markers for anxiety, so when we picked him up we were on the look out to see if he'd been stressed. Ruben was happy to see us, but also clearly very happy and comfortable with Emanuel. Back at home Ruben is happy and is not showing any of his anxiety markers, indicating to me that he felt safe and comfortable while we were away. He also came back freshly bathed and his bed had been cleaned too.”
“Shanti boarded our pup, Koda while we were on vacation for over a week. She provided excellent care, sent pictures, and reached out with updates. Koda seemed very happy when we returned for pick up. We will be reaching out again. Thanks Shanti!”
“Joseph was very communicative and shared pictures of our pups with us daily. He followed all directions we gave him and made sure our pups feel at home under his care. I would recommend Joseph as a pet sitter and would entrust him with watching our pups again in the future. Thanks for taking care of our babies!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Alexandria is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Alexandria
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!
Genevieve was amazing, she was able to take my older dog Chance last minute, and handle his various medical needs as well as his separation anxiety. She was super responsive and sent multiple photos throughout the weekend. Chance has happy and tired when we got home! Would recommend her to anyone and will definitely be booking again!
My dog had a great 2 night stay with Russ and Andra! He's shy and takes a while to feel comfortable with new people. They were very understanding and let him take his time warming up to them. He enjoyed playing with all of the other dogs and when I arrived to pick him up he was very happy and confident. Russ and Andra sent photos and videos during his stay and were great at answering all the questions I had. I've already booked a second stay with them!
Kiana was super sweet to our dog! She sent us pictures and updates all throughout our vacation. Her experience with big dogs and fenced yard ultimately lead us to chose her for our boarding, but her communication and thoughtful care for our dog will bring us back again and again! We highly recommend Kiana!
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
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FAQs for Pet Boarding - Alexandria
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet 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 Pet 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 Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 7,653 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Alexandria. About 91% of Alexandria sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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