Dog Boarding Allston
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“Miley had a great time, was well fed, and beloved by Andrea and her family. I will be using her again and already recommended her to a friend! Thanks Andrea!”
“Junho might be the best sitter in the North Cambridge area. When it comes to caring for your dog, the most important aspect is genuine love and care. You can tell that your dog is having a blast by checking the constant photos and live updates from Junho. As you can see from those photos, it's easy to tell how much love my dog was given during this stay. Furthermore, Junho was really flexible in fitting my schedule, which was out of the ordinary due to having a baby. If you need someone to take care of your dog, it's Junho”
“I haven’t used Rover in awhile as I started traveling with my pug Captain...but for a recent quick trip I decided it was worth it. I saw Ben’s profile and thought he seemed like a great fit to watch Captain. Ben and his girlfriend loved watching Captain and raved about their time with him. I could tell Captain also enjoyed himself! Ben was also very responsive and accommodated my schedule for pick up/drop off. I’d definitely use Ben as our dog sitter for our next trip!”
“Emily and Rob are wonderful people and provided a warm and loving home for our goldendoodle Homer. They were very accommodating as my wife and I had a challenging and ever-changing schedule prior to picking up Homer. We highly recommended them!”
“Lyn watched Jack for 5 nights, it was his first time staying with her. Lyn was very professional, flexible, and caring! She was easy to communicate with and I received daily updates and pictures from her. Jack seemed to have a good time with her, I wouldn't hesitate to book with her again!”
“Lynne is a life saver! I had an emergency trip away and needed someone to care for my border collie, Zappa. Lynne responded promptly and made herself available to watch Zap on very short notice. Suffice to say, Zappa had a wonderful time w/Lynne -- and I have the photos to prove it!”
“Andrea was fantastic! She treated our dog as though he was her own. Our dog also got along so well with her sweet dog, Nikki. I think our dog was genuinely sad to come home. We will without a doubt use her again!”
“Alex is the best! My dog has been sick and Alex took good care of her and was attentive. My dog was on meds & she made sure she took her pills. Strongly recommend Alex!”
“Loveliest couple and some real dog pros. They were so good with my pup and shared tons of photos while we were away. We absolutely use them again and again.”
“Helen and Ji are so good with boy. They gave me videos and pics throughout the day. Cornelius came back running and playful, all the signs of a happy dog. They are my only doggysitters from now on!”
“Michelle always takes excellent care of my girl, Gertie. She is responsive, provides regular updates, and is the kind of auntie every pup hopes to have. Gertie can't wait for her next sleepover there!”
“Gustavo was absolutely perfect to watch my 9 month old puppy. He was intentional, caring, and had great communication. He took care of Remi under a last minute request and I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. Definitely recommend and will re-book when I can!”
“Jim was great with my dog. I received plenty of updates of how she was doing. It seemed she had a lot of exercise and attention. I will definitely book with him again.”
“Brooklyn watched our Sydney for a quick overnight. She was very kind and responsive. Very accommodating of our pup's schedule and needs. We felt very at ease knowing she was in good hands”
“Had an amazing experience with Alesia! She sent me updates and pictures every couple of hours and also reached out immediately when there were questions. She also took my dog out for multiple walks when he was refusing to pee. We have a longer stay booked with her and I have peace of mind knowing that my dog will be with her.”
“We had a last minute trip during a holiday weekend and reached out to Hunter who quickly agreed to take care of our 15 year old toy poodle. She was quick to respond and provided great communication during the entire care. Our dog also got along great with her dogs. Would use her again!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Allston is $65
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Allston
Shuhua was simply WONDERFUL! SO very loving towards my very attention-loving cavapoo. She was also so great about accommodating his "quirks" - like where he wants to have his dinner bowl and where he wanted to sleep. She was also great about providing pics throughout the day along with very sweet messages about him. I felt that he was in amazing and loving hands. I will definitely be a repeat customer!
I needed a sitter last minute for a trip and Eliza was amazing! She was easy to communicate with before and during the story. I appreciated her flexibility in accommodating a last minute request and that she was able to change her schedule to work for Olive. Olive was immediately comfortable with her and her boyfriend Travis.
Five stars isn't enough for Niusha! I recently boarded my puppy, Luna, with her and couldn't be more grateful for the incredible care she provided. From the very beginning, Niusha was highly responsive and deeply invested in understanding Luna’s routine and needs. She took the extra time to do a meet and greet beforehand, which immediately put my mind at ease. During the stay, Niusha and her roommate Olly kept Luna active and happy, even taking her to a nearby park to play with other dogs, and sent me constant updates with lots of pictures and videos. What truly sets Niusha apart is how far she goes above and beyond. When Luna had something in her eye, Niusha provided gentle care and even took her to the vet just to be entirely sure she was okay. Knowing Luna was in such loving, attentive, and capable hands gave me total peace of mind while I was away. I will absolutely reach out to Niusha for any future pet care needs, and I couldn't recommend her more highly to anyone looking for top-tier care for their pup!
She was hands down the best pet sitter I’ve ever had. She always treated Alex with so much love and care, and she was incredibly flexible whenever my schedule changed unexpectedly. We’re leaving Boston soon, and I’m genuinely so sad that she won’t be able to take care of Alex anymore. That’s how wonderful every boarding experience with her has been — I always felt completely comfortable knowing Alex was in such good hands. Thank you so much for taking such amazing care of Alex during my two years in Boston. We’ll miss you so much, Lex! ❤️
Mehlani was amazing!! We’ve never left our dog with a sitter before, however we felt so comfortable leaving her with Mehlani, and knew she was in great care during our vacation. She sent us pictures every day and provided us with lots of updates. Thank you Mehlani! We will definitely rebook with you.
I always worry when Wesley is with a new sitter and this was going to be for over a week. I saw all of the positive reviews for Michael and I can attest that they are 100% spot on. Michael shared so many great photos of Wesley during his stay running and playing with the other dogs and having a fantastic time. You can see the exuberance in his face in half the photos. He was having so much fun that I was actually a little worried that he wouldn't want to come home! I whole heartedly recommend Michael and his concierge door-to-door service and will absolutely use him again.
We had never use Rover before but had to travel internationally for 12 days and none of our family or friends could take our 14 week old puppy, Pepper. We found Savar and he offered to meet up before the handoff to meet us and our puppy. He asked all the right questions about our training. Savar was happy to help with some of the training and behavioral things we were working on as well! We had an easy drop off and got frequent pictures, videos, and texts throughout Pepper’s stay. When we picked him up, Pepper was a very happy and well cared for dog. We would not hesitate to rebook Savar and would recommend him to other first time or repeat Rover users!
Phillipa is superb. She was very understanding and accommodating in dealing with my dog Leo's separation anxiety. Leo obviously adores her, and from the photos she sent, was very comfortable in her lovely home. He loves walking on the Commonwealth Mall and got a lot of exercise doing that while I was away. Consider yourself lucky if she has an opening when you need to go away.
Highly recommend Victoria! She is amazing! She took wonderful care of Duke, meticulously following all of his dietary needs and daily routines. She sent regular updates and photos where Duke was visibly happy and having the best time. I’m so grateful to have found her. I will definitely take Duke back to her.
Eddy was absolutely wonderful with our Birdie while we were away for a wedding! He sent us tons of updates and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind knowing she was happy and well cared for. Even more wonderfully, when our return flight was delayed, Eddy kindly and graciously kept Birdie for one extra night without hesitation. We were so grateful for his flexibility and understanding! The pickup and drop-off were also tremendous—everything was seamless, easy, and incredibly convenient. It’s clear that Eddy genuinely cares about the dogs in his care, and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. We would absolutely trust him with Birdie again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a wonderful, reliable, and caring sitter! I think we have found our go-to sitter!
I had such a great experience with her! They took wonderful care of my dog for two days and kept me updated throughout the stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. My dog was happy, comfortable, and well taken care of when I picked him up. I really appreciate the love and attention they gave him and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy dog sitter! 🐶❤️
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Allston on Rover is $63 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 4,034 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Allston. 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.
93% of Allston 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 Allston 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 Allston 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 Allston.
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 Allston 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 MA 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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