Dog Boarding in Amherst, MA
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Top rated Amherst dog boarders
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Emily was absolutely incredible watching my dog this weekend. From the moment I dropped him off, she made everything feel easy and stress free. She was warm, attentive, and clearly has a natural way with animals. She kept me updated throughout the stay with photos and messages that showed how happy and comfortable he was. It meant so much knowing he was in such good hands. He came home relaxed, well cared for, and clearly loved his time with her. If you’re looking for someone truly trustworthy, caring, and reliable, Emily is the one. I’ll definitely be booking with her again. Couldn’t recommend her more!”
“They we're great with Ranger! I received updates and pictures each day about how Ranger was doing and any antics he was up to. Lots of walks were taken and i really appreciated the help and flexibility to work with my schedule. Ranger came home happy and tired from all his excitement!”
“Heidi was awesome! We chose her to give my little westie the most homelike environment while we traveled. At home he is allowed on furniture and to sleep in the bed so we loved that Heidi allowed the same. He’s also an old guy so we loved that she takes only 1 dog at a time. She was super communicative/responsive and sent lots of photo updates. Thanks for loving on our fur baby, Heidi!!”
“We are new to using Patti, but couldn't be happier with her care of our Josie. Patti was very good about letting me know how Josie was getting on and sending photos of the two of them together. I have already scheduled our next visit with Patti!”
“I needed a last minute boarding for my dog Enzo, as my family and I were going out of town. I found sandra on rover and she was available. We met the morning we drop of our dog Enzo. Sandra’s pleasant personality and lovely home gave me a sense of comfort and that my dog Enzo was gonna be good taken care of. she took really good care of Enzo, sent me pictures and video and I knew Enzo was confortable and happy . I really recommend Sandra and will use her service again for future boarding. Thank you so much Sandra ,”
“Karl was an amazing dog sitter! He was punctual with returning my messages, kind, caring, and provided great service for my two big Doodles! Doodles! Karl sent images which were so great to get since we love our babies like their are our dogs ❤️ I highly recommend Karl for all your dog care needs.”
“Ali and his wife took great care of Lilly while we were away. The pictures of Lilly and their pup Hasti were great as was the video they sent of Lilly at her favorite place the dog park. We recommend them highly.”
“Staying with Megan was awesome, as always! I know I can always trust her with my “baby boy!” He plays with her dogs and follows her around - just like he does with me. I know he loves it there and I am grateful he is in good hands with Miss Megan.”
“Forough and Amir were awesome! Baloo got a playmate in Ruby and he lioked so happy. We got daily updates and that helped know he is doing fine. We will definitely work with Forough and Amir again! Definitely recommend!”
“Julia took good care of my elderly pup and was flexible on drop off and pickup. Our dog can be a bit wary of people but was instantly comfortable with Julia and her daughter.”
“I can’t recommend Trishul enough. He treated our dogs like his own and was extremely responsive and great at keeping us informed the whole time. One of our dogs required medications at an odd schedule and he was so accommodating. I had no doubt that our dogs were in good, caring hands.”
“Our dog had a great 3-night stay with Janice! She went for walks in the woods, snuggled with Janice’s son, and was extremely well cared for. Happy girl upon return. Thanks, Janice!”
“John did a great job taking care of our girl for over a week! He was communicative and sent photos and videos every day, which meant so much to us. He will take great care of any pet!”
“Nicole was great! She did an amazing job caring for our pup and we would recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter! Thank you so much for taking care of our pup while we were away!”
“Heather was fantastic! I needed a last minute booking and she and her family were superb. My pup came home so happy and content!! Thank you!! Would recommend Heather to everyone.”
“This is the first dog I’ve ever owned and I was very nervous giving her to anyone to watch. Angie is the best. She made me feel at ease through the process and gave my dog Ripley a great week away. She sent me lots of pictures and was quick in her responses giving me updates on how Ripley was doing. I will definitely use Angie again.”
“Natalya was wonderful with Charlie, our miniature schnauzer... She introduced him to a doggie door (his first) and he enjoyed playing with Natalya's two lovely dogs... I know he was well cared-for! Communicating with Natalya was easy. A great experience for us and Charlie.”
“Michael and his family are wonderful! I can't say enough good things about him and the care he provides my dog, Ghost Pepper. I've used Micheal's services several times, all in leading up to 2+ week vacation that I couldn't bring my dog to. He sent pictures, and updates and was in contact with me often. My dog had a great time while we were away. I know how stressful it can be to find a place you're comfortable letting your dog stay - Michael's house is it! We've had such great experiences with him. Truly a blessing to have a safe, caring, fun, happy place to leave my dog. Thank you!!!!!!”
Over 290 pet parents in Amherst have booked dog boarding
Amherst dog parents share their Rover experiences
I really love the service and the dedication that Hannah have for the pets. This was the best experience that I have and she make me feel comfortable. This was my first time leaving my furry bestie for care and the experience was fantastic. Communication and smooth process. A+
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Amherst is $50
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As of Feb 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Amherst is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Amherst dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Feb 2026, 251 sitters provided dog boarding in Amherst. 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, 89% of Amherst dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Amherst have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Amherst.
Rover makes it easy to find Amherst 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 251 dog boarding sitters in Amherst on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Amherst, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 98% 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.
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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