Dog Boarding Ames
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“Justine and Justin took great care of my girl while I was gone. I received multiple daily pictures and updates. I could tell she had a great time with them and their fur babies ❤️ Will definitely be back!”
“Jaclyn was absolutely fantastic! She took amazing care of our dog, kept us updated with photos, and went above and beyond - he even got a bath! Our puppy loved her, and we felt completely at ease while we were away. Highly recommend!”
“Allyson and her family are nice and friendly. She shared pics and videos even for the few hours Cocoa was there. Cocoa loves human company and he got lots of that with her. Cocoa came home with a gift toy and treat that he absolutely loved. Thanks a lot!”
“Rebecca did an awesome job watching our goldendoodle puppy on two different occasions. She sent daily photos and videos. She was very accommodating with drop off and pick up times. We will definitely use her again!”
“Big boy had a wonderful stay. Amber kept me updated with pictures every day of his stay. I would definitely recommend her for you fur kids stay. I will be using her in the future. Thanks Amber!!”
“Summer had a great time with Alex and Sarah! They kept us updated and sent us photos and videos regularly, which made us feel at ease. Thank you for taking such good care of Summer!”
“Melissa was the perfect choice for our pup, Tito! She was so attentive and caring. He was a rescue and this was his first time away from us… 4 months after his adoption. I was worried he would think we abandoned him. She kept me updated and loved him like her own. Soon after drop off he was comfortable and having fun playing. We will definitely use Melissa again for any future needs.”
“Chelsea is a very kind person. She took great care of my puppy. She provided pictures daily. She did her best to make him comfortable. Charlie came back happy and very calm and content.I recommend her without hesitation.”
“Julie was absolutely amazing with River! This was my first time ever boarding a pet, especially a puppy, so I was definitely a little nervous about leaving her. Julie made the entire experience so much easier and helped make the transition smooth and stress-free. She kept me updated with daily pictures and videos, which gave me so much peace of mind and let me see how happy and comfortable River was. It was obvious that River was well cared for, loved, and given plenty of attention while she was there. I couldn’t have asked for a better first boarding experience. I highly recommend Julie to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, caring, and dependable to care for their fur babies. We will definitely be using her again! ❤️🐾”
“The absolute best! Danielle kept us updated everyday while we were away, sent us pictures, and was flexible when our flight arrived late at night. Safe to say, Danielle will be our go-to sitter from now on!”
“Very happy with the communication and picture updates. Kristen kept my concerns checked before I even expressed them. I also sincerely appreciate the flexibility of drop-off and pick-up by another party. Will gladly use again next time!”
“We went on vacation for a week and left our babies at Bryanne’s for the first time. Our dogs had a lot of fun playing with her dogs! When we returned, they were happy and groomed :D. Thanks Bry!”
“Sarah and Jason did a great job. First time using Rover and they made the process so easy and reassuring. Sent me pictures of my fur baby during my trip away. Will definitely be using again❤️”
“Kelly was a wonderful caregiver for our dog Daisy for 10 days while we were on vacation! She welcomed her into her home, treated her like her own, and sent us updates along the stay. I highly recommend Kelly!”
“Anja did an amazing job! She constantly sent me photos and updates on Moose which helped ease my anxiety about being away from him. I am so glad I chose her to care for Moose and will definitely use Anja again and recommend her to friends and family.”
“I was so nervous to leave my pup at a complete strangers house but it went so well. Lynsee sent me messages, pictures, even a video of my dog throughout the night. Our dog played so hard with her dogs that he didn't move the while next day. It's was great. Highly recommend”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ames 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 Ames.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Ames 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 NE 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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