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“Our dogs came home happy and content. Shannon was great about scheduling and very accommodating to our last minute request. We look forward to them staying with her again!”
“Katie kept me updated and sent pics! Lula was happy when she arrived and when she left Katie’s house and seemed to have a great time. So glad to have found someone to care for my fur child when we are out of town”
“Tim is great with Duece. No issues or anything. Communication was proficient between both parties. I would definitely use Tim again to watch Duece.”
“She did not lie when she said she was “The Cat Lady” lol. She was amazing to our 2 fur babies and welcomed them in and treated like her own. She communicated very well, she didn’t judge when I came in with instructions on their feeling schedule lol and she was very sweet. A great experience overall. Thank you”
“Ebony was great with my baby!! She was very attentive and sent numerous photos of him throughout the day and during his stay. She was very sweet and provided alot of information. I would book with her again.”
“Leah was great she send me pictures of Hershey the whole stay and her communication was on point as well. Hershey had 1 accident while he was there. We communicate about what could have made him have an accident and she was just overall great about the whole situation and the whole day.I will book her again whenever”
“Fergie had a blast Smokey!! Laronna has the perfect set up for watching Fur babies with a fenced in yard and doggie door. She loved on Fergie with plenty of pictures of Said spoiling. Thanks Laronna!”
“Phenomenal job. Looked and cared deeply over my dog. Kept me updated and had her at her happiest. I will definitely be using Truess again for future bookings.”
“Raina did a great job caring for Beaux. Raina gave beaux his medication as needed and comforted him when he was anxious from the storm. Raina sent videos and pictures all weekend”
“Angela took amazing care of Kale while we were away. She took the cutest photos of him and sent great updates. I would definitely recommend a friend to utilize her services. She provided so much love to our pup and we are so grateful.”
“I was very scared to leave my fur baby with someone for the very 1st time but Ms Chelsea did an awesome job with my Lexi. I will be using her again in the future. Thanks for all the luv n care given to Lexi”
“Tami is the best!! I knew when I was leaving my little guy with her that he was in EXCELLENT hands. She was excellent at updating me throughout the time I was gone with pictures and texts. She was incredibly careful and attentive with my little guy and I would absolutely recommend her to anybody needing her services!”
“Tzu was very attentive to Biggie. She get me updated and was patient to his adjustment to a new environment. She sent great pictures and I could tell that Biggie was enjoying his visit!”
“Linda was wonderful with my big baby, Kadi. She was very patient and accommodating. She kept me informed of how Kadi was doing and even sent pictures. I would definitely send Kadi to her again as well as recommend her to others.”
“If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Excellent sitter, awesome communication, and worry free care. I also love how close they are to the airport!”
“I utilized Kristin for my first overnight board for my furry son and it went fantastic! Kristin was nice enough to send me pix, comfort my furry son during a thunderstorm and kept communication wide open. I'm so thrilled to have found Kristin! It's a good feeling to have knowing I can leave my furry son while I travel on business and know he's happy, healthy and well taken care of.”
“Jennifer is so wonderful! She eased our minds by caring for our senior dog who has a couple peculiarities with his required care. Cosmo came home more relaxed and rested than any other time he has been away from us. We will hire Jennifer again very soon!”
“Francie is an AMAZING pet caregiver/sitter. She shared numerous updates with videos and pictures. Not only was my dog "Granny" well cared for, she had a blast. This was the first time that a family member did not keep Granny for me and I was concerned at first, but all of my concerns were gone with updates. I think my dog misses her buddies that she got to play with.”
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Shannon R.
Star Sitter
“Our dogs came home happy and content. Shannon was great about scheduling and very accommodating to our last minute request. We look forward to them staying with her again!”
Katie & Edward V.Star Sitter
“Katie kept me updated and sent pics! Lula was happy when she arrived and when she left Katie’s house and seemed to have a great time. So glad to have found someone to care for my fur child when we are out of town”
Timothy T.Star Sitter
“Tim is great with Duece. No issues or anything. Communication was proficient between both parties. I would definitely use Tim again to watch Duece.”
Gabrielle T.
“She did not lie when she said she was “The Cat Lady” lol. She was amazing to our 2 fur babies and welcomed them in and treated like her own. She communicated very well, she didn’t judge when I came in with instructions on their feeling schedule lol and she was very sweet. A great experience overall. Thank you”
EBONY Y.Star Sitter
“Ebony was great with my baby!! She was very attentive and sent numerous photos of him throughout the day and during his stay. She was very sweet and provided alot of information. I would book with her again.”
Leah L.
“Leah was great she send me pictures of Hershey the whole stay and her communication was on point as well. Hershey had 1 accident while he was there. We communicate about what could have made him have an accident and she was just overall great about the whole situation and the whole day.I will book her again whenever”
Laronna V.Star Sitter
“Fergie had a blast Smokey!! Laronna has the perfect set up for watching Fur babies with a fenced in yard and doggie door. She loved on Fergie with plenty of pictures of Said spoiling. Thanks Laronna!”
Truess F.
“Phenomenal job. Looked and cared deeply over my dog. Kept me updated and had her at her happiest. I will definitely be using Truess again for future bookings.”
Raina G.Star Sitter
“Raina did a great job caring for Beaux. Raina gave beaux his medication as needed and comforted him when he was anxious from the storm. Raina sent videos and pictures all weekend”
Angela B.Star Sitter
“Angela took amazing care of Kale while we were away. She took the cutest photos of him and sent great updates. I would definitely recommend a friend to utilize her services. She provided so much love to our pup and we are so grateful.”
Chelsea O.Star Sitter
“I was very scared to leave my fur baby with someone for the very 1st time but Ms Chelsea did an awesome job with my Lexi. I will be using her again in the future. Thanks for all the luv n care given to Lexi”
Tami B.
“Tami is the best!! I knew when I was leaving my little guy with her that he was in EXCELLENT hands. She was excellent at updating me throughout the time I was gone with pictures and texts. She was incredibly careful and attentive with my little guy and I would absolutely recommend her to anybody needing her services!”
Tzu C.
“Tzu was very attentive to Biggie. She get me updated and was patient to his adjustment to a new environment. She sent great pictures and I could tell that Biggie was enjoying his visit!”
Linda R.
“Linda was wonderful with my big baby, Kadi. She was very patient and accommodating. She kept me informed of how Kadi was doing and even sent pictures. I would definitely send Kadi to her again as well as recommend her to others.”
Ivy S.Star Sitter
“If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Excellent sitter, awesome communication, and worry free care. I also love how close they are to the airport!”
Kristin D.Star Sitter
“I utilized Kristin for my first overnight board for my furry son and it went fantastic! Kristin was nice enough to send me pix, comfort my furry son during a thunderstorm and kept communication wide open. I'm so thrilled to have found Kristin! It's a good feeling to have knowing I can leave my furry son while I travel on business and know he's happy, healthy and well taken care of.”
Jennifer C.Star Sitter
“Jennifer is so wonderful! She eased our minds by caring for our senior dog who has a couple peculiarities with his required care. Cosmo came home more relaxed and rested than any other time he has been away from us. We will hire Jennifer again very soon!”
Francie P.Star Sitter
“Francie is an AMAZING pet caregiver/sitter. She shared numerous updates with videos and pictures. Not only was my dog "Granny" well cared for, she had a blast. This was the first time that a family member did not keep Granny for me and I was concerned at first, but all of my concerns were gone with updates. I think my dog misses her buddies that she got to play with.”
Chandra H.
“Paxton had the best time at Chandra’s. She was really patient with his clingy yorkie tendencies and provided updates through his time with her.”
Jamie & Aaron F.
“Jamie and Aaron were amazing!! Max had the best time and I think he was sad to leave. They provided pictures and video while he was there. Will definitely use them in future!!”
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Danielle did a good job watching my dog. She gave different food when she wouldn't eat her own. She let her go in and out when she was bored. She goes above and beyond what is expected. I would highly recommend.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Alton is $40
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Sitters in Alton average 13 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Alton is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Alton dog boarding rates can be found as low as $27 to as high as $73 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 816 sitters provided dog boarding in Alton. 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, 91% of Alton dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Alton have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Alton.
Rover makes it easy to find Alton 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 816 dog boarding sitters in Alton on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Alton, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 96% 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.
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