Dog Boarding in Amherst, MA
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1. Jessica C.

“Love the whole family! Maisy had a great stay with lots of walks and love. We had great communication regarding drop off and pick up times. Looking forward to scheduling another stay for Maisy.”


2. Patrick & Doh T.


“Patrick and Doh were great sitters for my two dogs! They made my nervous blue heeler comfortable very quickly (not easy to do!). They were very communicative, and the photos they sent were great! I will definitely contact them again the next time I need to leave my dogs. Highly recommmend!”


3. Ali S.

“Ali and his wife are incredible caretakers for animals in their care. I got pictures every day of my dog. It made me feel secure in her care. I recommend them highly.”


4. Rebecca D.
“Rebecca is the most responsible, caring pet caregiver I know. When she was last at my house she spent so much time engaging with my cat and keeping him entertained. He was glued to her the whole time she was here. He ended up escaping while she was here (we had just moved into a new house and I didn't know one of the doors didn't latch closed) and she dropped everything to help me find him - and was in fact the one who ended up finding him outside! Rebecca is also skilled with caring for animals with special needs. Her dog Sylvie developed a terminal health condition and when she was finally able to obtain an accurate diagnosis, did a massive amount of research into it and adapted her care so successfully that Sylvie's quality of life improved tremendously. She built a bailey chair for her and carefully fed her each meal, often cooking her the only things she would eat. Sylvie stuck around much longer than expected purely because of the meticulous and loving way Rebecca cared for her. In short, Rebecca would always be my first choice to care for any pet of mine regardless of circumstance. She has such a genuine love of animals and attention to detail that would allow any pet parent to rest easy that their instructions are being followed and their pet is being well looked after, and well loved.”


5. Patti B.


“Our dog just stayed with Patti and family and had an amazing time! Patti’s daily messages and photos were great, and reassuring. It was clear to us that she was being well cared for and that our dog was in a knowledgeable, experienced and caring home. We’ve already booked again and will continue to do so! Thank you, Patti!”


6. Sandra C.

“Sandra was wonderful to work with! She was easy to communicate with, and I knew Otis was in great hands. He came home happy and relaxed after his stay. ✨”


7. Heidi H.

“Everything went swimmingly. I had to extend the stay, which happened to work out, and Heidi was very accommodating. Walter the dog was very happy during the stay and treated Heidi with affection, knowing her for only a couple of days. Cheers.”


8. Anthony V.
“Anthony is great with animals especially dogs he has owned and cared for dogs as small as a French Bull dog to large Cane Corso. He is great with all different kinds of temperaments and overall a very caring individual.”


9. Monica

“Monica was excellent! Truley went above and beyond to keep us informed of how our pup was doing and make sure he had as good a stay as possible with her and her family. Thanks so much for taking such good care of Maui while we were away!”


10. Janice A.

“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!”


11. Emma G.

“You know when you fear your dog doesn't want to come home that you have found a good sitter. We really lucked out with Emma. We needed a last minute sitter for our poodle whose usual sitters backed out last minute when she needed extra care after breaking her toe. Emma didn't bat an eye at the double cone, splinted leg, twice daily pills and activity restrictions. We got daily updates and Stella didn't even need to wear her cone because she had such great supervision and attention from Emma. I'd love to keep her a secret but I also want other pups to have a great home-away-from-home experience.”


12. Amy H.

“Amy was awesome!! My dogs enjoyed her family so much. All the basics were met as indicated in daily pictures. But in addition my pups were showered with love and attention from the minute they arrived to the minute we left. Taz and Darby got along great with Amy’s dog Mayzie and now they have a new friend. I will definitely book with Amy again. The care she gave my pups put me at ease while on vacation!👍”


13. Allison Nicole M.
“So excited to have found Allison Nicole. Sophie came back so happy from her stay. Allison provided photos and texts consistently while we were away, alleviating any fears we may have had as this is the first time we’ve hired her. Communication in the scheduling was great too. Pricing is competitive in the area. Would totally go back and absolutely recommend.”


14. Michael B.


“Michael was very easy to deal with and treated Linda very well. He was very prompt and accommodating to our last-minute booking. Linda was a little nervous at first and he took extra steps to make her feel comfortable being a small dog with big dogs. He provided regular picture and text updates. We will definitely be booking with Michael again..”


15. Heather & Norman R.

“This was the first boarding experience for my 2 year old fur baby and it could not have gone better. Heather and Norman are the BEST! They were very accommodating and commutative. Rita LOVED her time in their home. It truly was her home away from home. I will definitely be using Heather and Norm in the future. Thank you guys for everything!”


16. John M.

“John took excellent care of my dog, Arrow. We had a meet and greet to make sure this was a good fit, and Arrow stayed with John for a day. Throughout the day John sent me pictures of my boy, having fun, and when I picked him up I could tell he'd spent the whole day happy and engaged. I'll be booking with John again whenever I need a sitter!”


17. Karl K.
“Karl has watched my dog, Willow, for over a year, and I can say with certainty that there is no one more perfect than him to be a dog sitter. He has a large, fenced-in backyard where the dogs can run around and play all day. When we're away, he sends us videos of her having the time of her life (she’s always a bit disappointed to come back home!). Taking care of these dogs is his passion, and it truly shows in how happy Willow is with him! I could not recommend him enough.”


18. Paul M.

“Paul was a great dog sitter. He answered all our texts and sent photos and videos of our Brady!! We are very pleased with our experience!! It was our first time using Rover and we will probably use it again.”




19. Julia Z.


“Julia and her children were great to my dog, Charly. It was the first time I left him with anyone and I was nervous about leaving him. Julia was very pleasant and even met Charly and I before his stay so I could see how he interacted with her and if she thought she could handle him. Julia was sensitive to Charly's needs (he is a tripod). She and her children were very affectionate with him and made him feel at home. She sent me pictures and messages daily, upon request to let me know how Charly was doing. Unfortunately, he was a little homesick at first and didn't have his regular appetite so Julia gave him chicken and even went to the store and bought the brand of canned food that I told her I sometimes feed him at home. She was very flexible with my schedule when dropping him off and picking him up. I would definitely recommend Julia to anyone and I would also book with her again!”


20. Maryah C.

“Maryah was great with my girls! They had a great time and got plenty of exercise. They were well cared for and I was kept informed of all of their activities. Would highly recommend.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Amherst is $47
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Sitters in Amherst average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Apr 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Amherst is $47 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $329. 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 $25 to as high as $48 per night.
As of Apr 2025, 240 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, 92% of Amherst dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Amherst have an average of 18 years of experience. 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 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 240 dog boarding sitters in Amherst on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Amherst, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
