Dog Boarding in Alvord, IA
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“Alesia and family treated Buddy as a family member. Buddy is older and likes his space from other dogs and Alesia made sure he was able to have a place to go to get away from the other more active dogs. We will definitely book again!”
“Krysten was so sweet and welcoming! We received updates as well as pictures and videos during their stay and our dogs were very happy and got so much play time while we were away! We definitely recommend Krysten and would love to continue booking with her in the future!”
“Jayne and her family were great with Kira and welcomed her so warmly into their home. She sent daily updates, which I appreciated... and most of all, when my travel was significantly delayed, they were so gracious and accommodating. I highly recommend Jayne and will definitely be reaching out to her again!”
“Anna was fantastic! We received photos and daily updates and could see our pup was happy and well taken care of. Her home is the perfect set up for Harley with a fenced in back yard to play and to keep her safe. In the past, Harley is known for ignoring us for awhile whenever we get home from trips, but not this time, so we know she was well taken care of and loved. We will use Anna again and again. We highly recommend her!!”
“Mikayla was awesome! she was able to help out last minute and treated our boy so well! I loved the treats and holiday pictures she took of our pup! Good communication and very flexible! i would highly recommend!”
“Christina and her family were great at helping my puppy at his first River boarding experience. They gently helped him learn to be around other dogs for his first time socializing with other dogs. Christina was very responsive and sent a video and picture of him enjoying his time at their home which really helped me know he was being well taken care of.”
“Awesome pawsitters! They dogsat for my two German Shepherd girls for a week while I was on vacation and sent pics when I asked and when I didn't. Sent updates. I will definitely use them again if they will let me! Some of the other people on here were scared cuz my girls were both GERMAN SHEPHERDS!!!”
“Very happy with this booking! Perfect amount of communication and definitely felt like my pup was loved while she was there for sure! Will definitely book again in the future!”
“Michelle and her family have been a godsend to our family. Not only have their family been wonderful to work with, our dog gets treated just like family while there. Her son has even formed a special bond with our dog. I highly recommend her and we won't ever look back at doing the typical dog kennels again!”
“Casandra and her family are always a home away from home for our pippa! They treat her like their own. I feel at ease when we are out of town and Pippa is in their care!”
“Jamie was amazing with our dogs. Took great care of them, kept us updated on how they were doing and sent pics which helped give us piece of mind. Loved knowing they were in good hands.”
“Lindsay and her family were absolutely amazing with our pup. We have never left her with anyone but family and I felt so comfortable throughout the entire weekend. Our pup absolutely loved spending time with them and was well taken care of. She sent lots of pictures and updates throughout the weekend. We will definitely be sending her there again! ?”
“April was great! The communication and updates throughout our dogs stay were perfect and she did an excellent job of taking care of our dog, with lots of walks and attentive care. Would highly recommend!”
About: I love animals as if they are my own kids. I can promise you that your pet/pets will be safe with me and will love me. I work full time M-F but can fit schedule into mine. Let’s give it a go. If it doesn’t work I am sure we can figure something out. I don’t currently have pets of my own so I would have to use your kennel but I do have a big back yard. They will have fun.
“Kelly was great with our pup! She sent photos and updates every day. She really took alot of time to make sure her dogs got along with ours and that everyone was comfortable. She lives on a farm so our pup got to meet all kinds of new animals and had plenty of space to run. She was also really flexible with drop off/pick up times. I would definitely recommend her and use her in the future.”
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Alesia N.Star Sitter
“Alesia and family treated Buddy as a family member. Buddy is older and likes his space from other dogs and Alesia made sure he was able to have a place to go to get away from the other more active dogs. We will definitely book again!”
Krysten E.Star Sitter
“Krysten was so sweet and welcoming! We received updates as well as pictures and videos during their stay and our dogs were very happy and got so much play time while we were away! We definitely recommend Krysten and would love to continue booking with her in the future!”
Jayne L.Star Sitter
“Jayne and her family were great with Kira and welcomed her so warmly into their home. She sent daily updates, which I appreciated... and most of all, when my travel was significantly delayed, they were so gracious and accommodating. I highly recommend Jayne and will definitely be reaching out to her again!”
Anna E.
“Anna was fantastic! We received photos and daily updates and could see our pup was happy and well taken care of. Her home is the perfect set up for Harley with a fenced in back yard to play and to keep her safe. In the past, Harley is known for ignoring us for awhile whenever we get home from trips, but not this time, so we know she was well taken care of and loved. We will use Anna again and again. We highly recommend her!!”
Melissa P.Star Sitter
“Excellent care for our pup! He loved it at Melissa’s house. He had such a good time playing, getting walks, and cuddles. Very well taken care of.”
Mikayla & Jerad W.Star Sitter
“Mikayla was awesome! she was able to help out last minute and treated our boy so well! I loved the treats and holiday pictures she took of our pup! Good communication and very flexible! i would highly recommend!”
Christina B.Star Sitter
“Christina and her family were great at helping my puppy at his first River boarding experience. They gently helped him learn to be around other dogs for his first time socializing with other dogs. Christina was very responsive and sent a video and picture of him enjoying his time at their home which really helped me know he was being well taken care of.”
Kryz F.Star Sitter
“Awesome pawsitters! They dogsat for my two German Shepherd girls for a week while I was on vacation and sent pics when I asked and when I didn't. Sent updates. I will definitely use them again if they will let me! Some of the other people on here were scared cuz my girls were both GERMAN SHEPHERDS!!!”
Paige K.
“Paige was so friendly! She was an amazing communicator and sent us constant updates on how our ‘baby’ was doing. You can tell our dog was really loved on! I would definitely rebook with Paige!”
Tracy G.
“Tracy was great with communication and made a comfortable stay for our yorkie!”
Lauren & Corey M.Star Sitter
“Very happy with this booking! Perfect amount of communication and definitely felt like my pup was loved while she was there for sure! Will definitely book again in the future!”
Michelle K.Star Sitter
“Michelle and her family have been a godsend to our family. Not only have their family been wonderful to work with, our dog gets treated just like family while there. Her son has even formed a special bond with our dog. I highly recommend her and we won't ever look back at doing the typical dog kennels again!”
Casandra S.Star Sitter
“Casandra and her family are always a home away from home for our pippa! They treat her like their own. I feel at ease when we are out of town and Pippa is in their care!”
Amy & Trevor L.
“Amy was extremely communicative and took great care of Winnie! Winnie was well loved while staying there!”
Jamie F.Star Sitter
“Jamie was amazing with our dogs. Took great care of them, kept us updated on how they were doing and sent pics which helped give us piece of mind. Loved knowing they were in good hands.”
Melisa M.
“Melisa welcomed Mango into her home and sent pictures of Mango cuddling on the couch or going for walks. It was a good first Rover experience for us!”
Lindsay P.Star Sitter
“Lindsay and her family were absolutely amazing with our pup. We have never left her with anyone but family and I felt so comfortable throughout the entire weekend. Our pup absolutely loved spending time with them and was well taken care of. She sent lots of pictures and updates throughout the weekend. We will definitely be sending her there again! ?”
April N.Star Sitter
“April was great! The communication and updates throughout our dogs stay were perfect and she did an excellent job of taking care of our dog, with lots of walks and attentive care. Would highly recommend!”
Jeri B.
About: I love animals as if they are my own kids. I can promise you that your pet/pets will be safe with me and will love me. I work full time M-F but can fit schedule into mine. Let’s give it a go. If it doesn’t work I am sure we can figure something out. I don’t currently have pets of my own so I would have to use your kennel but I do have a big back yard. They will have fun.
Kelly W.
“Kelly was great with our pup! She sent photos and updates every day. She really took alot of time to make sure her dogs got along with ours and that everyone was comfortable. She lives on a farm so our pup got to meet all kinds of new animals and had plenty of space to run. She was also really flexible with drop off/pick up times. I would definitely recommend her and use her in the future.”
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As of Aug 2025, 55 sitters provided dog boarding in Alvord. 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, 97% of Alvord dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Alvord.
Rover makes it easy to find Alvord 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 55 dog boarding sitters in Alvord on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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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