Dog Boarding in Amherst, NH
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“Leaving Penelope with Penny feels like a family member is taking care of her. Penny sends daily pictures with comments. I strongly recommend Penny to anyone who needs a dog sitter.”
“Brooke has an genuine love of dogs and it is obvious. She was very accommodating and very happy to make Chance feel at home. It was a great family atmosphere and we were very comfortable knowing that Chance was being well cared for and being given lots of attention.”
“Our dog Lance was cared for by Jo and her husband Mike. We were extremely happy with the care he received while we were on vacation. We will definitely use her again and highly recommend her as a sitter.”
“Lauren took great care of our girl, River! She kept us up to date with messages and River appeared well cared for. Lauren responded quickly when we were chatting before booking and was great with communication. Looking forward to booking with her again!”
“Manessa is fantastic! Henry had a blast spending time with her, and her dog Kip. Very prompt replies and photo updates of adventures throughout the day. Never had a worry that he wasn’t in fantastic care. Would highly recommend anyone in need of boarding to use Manessa! Henry will be back!”
“If Tucker and Eloise had their way, they would stay with Debra each and every week! ! Each time I have left Tucker and Eloise with Debra, I have left them knowing that they were in the very best hands and we're going to have so much fun. I can't thank Debra enough for taking such good care of Tucker and Eloise. ”
About: I've taken care of friends pet/pets for years and totally enjoy the experience and looking forward to more opportunities to care and love for your pet/pets. I'm retired so very flexible with my schedule and routine. Love being outdoors walking, hiking, etc. making sure the pet is content with all activities I sometimes care for pets in my own home. Lots of walking and play. I also sit at clients homes for pet's familiarity and safety
“Charlie was well loved and attended to. I know this because it took him almost 3 hours to come sit with me. I think he was sad to leave his new friends. Michelle was kind enough to send daily pictures of Charlie making himself at home. She was perfect for his first time sleepover without mom.”
“This was our first stay with Allison and she and her husband made us feel immediately comfortable leaving our 5 month old pup, Boka, with them for an overnight. My family had a long theme park day planned and Allison was super flexible and accommodated our next-day late-night pick up. We communicated off and on throughout the day and were given a positve report when we picked Boka up. Our little dog had so much fun at Camp Puggle that she went right to bed that night and even woke up calm the next morning! She was even too tired for zoomies! I am very happy with the service Allison provided and the care Boka received; not to mention the added perk of socializing and play time with other dogs. I recommend Allison and would absolutely ask her to pet sit for us again in the future.”
“Nevaeh was super kind and friendly. I had zero worries and could tell that my baby Miko had a great time while in her care . Thank you for providing awesome care for my baby !”
“Penelope had a nice and relaxing time while we were in Vermont for the weekend. We received videos and updates throughout and felt really comfortable and confident having her stay with Yingying!”
“Ashton was amazing!! I could tell my dogs got lots of love and they enjoyed their stay. Not only was Ashton available and accommodating for our last-minute request, but he was communicative and put my mind at ease about leaving my big goof balls for the weekend. Will definitely be using Ashton and family again!”
“Thank you Nikki!! Nikki looked after our pup for a little over three weeks. She was happy to accommodate our dogs diet and helped our pup with her anxiety around humans and other dogs. Nikki really loves dogs and gave our pup genuine care while we were away. She sent us picture updates regularly and communicated with us promptly. We plan to continue sending our pup to Nikki’s and highly recommend her for anyone looking for a dog sitter.”
“Keeley and her husband took such great care of my dog and treated her as one of their own. Lucy had recent CCL surgery and Keeley diligently performed all the PT exercises. We also received so many pictures and updates, it was fantastic!”
“Carol is warm and friendly and immediately made an effort to make our dog feel at ease. It was reassuring that she works from home, and she is clearly fond of her dog. Carol is definitely our new go-to for boarding Gus!”
“I left my dog with Sherisse for several days and was very happy with the care she and her family provided. My dog spent a lot of time outside, received plenty of attention, and Sherisse gave daily updates. I would leave my dog with Sherisse again.”
“I've never had to board my dogs before and was very nervous. Rachael answered my many questions, explained everything I needed to know. Her family is wonderful with my dogs and I finally feel I've found someone caring and trustworthy. I will definitely rebook in the future!”
“We had a fantastic experience with Sedi, who cared for our Boston, Penny. It was our first time leaving her in someone else's home, and Sedi made the whole process so easy and reassuring. She was warm, thoughtful, and sent regular updates and photos, which we really appreciated. She even accommodated a much later pickup than expected due to flight delays..above and beyond! Penny came home happy and completely tuckered out, which says it all. We can’t recommend Sedi highly enough, she’s an absolute superstar! We are so grateful.”
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penny s.Star Sitter
“Leaving Penelope with Penny feels like a family member is taking care of her. Penny sends daily pictures with comments. I strongly recommend Penny to anyone who needs a dog sitter.”
Brooke L.Star Sitter
“Brooke has an genuine love of dogs and it is obvious. She was very accommodating and very happy to make Chance feel at home. It was a great family atmosphere and we were very comfortable knowing that Chance was being well cared for and being given lots of attention.”
Jo W.
“Our dog Lance was cared for by Jo and her husband Mike. We were extremely happy with the care he received while we were on vacation. We will definitely use her again and highly recommend her as a sitter.”
Lauren O.Star Sitter
“Lauren took great care of our girl, River! She kept us up to date with messages and River appeared well cared for. Lauren responded quickly when we were chatting before booking and was great with communication. Looking forward to booking with her again!”
Manessa L.
Star Sitter
“Manessa is fantastic! Henry had a blast spending time with her, and her dog Kip. Very prompt replies and photo updates of adventures throughout the day. Never had a worry that he wasn’t in fantastic care. Would highly recommend anyone in need of boarding to use Manessa! Henry will be back!”
Debra H.Star Sitter
“If Tucker and Eloise had their way, they would stay with Debra each and every week! ! Each time I have left Tucker and Eloise with Debra, I have left them knowing that they were in the very best hands and we're going to have so much fun. I can't thank Debra enough for taking such good care of Tucker and Eloise. ”
Sara S.
“Sara did a fantastic job watching my pup! Provided lots of walks, playtime and cuddles with frequent updates so I knew how she was doing. Highly recommend!!”
Julie B.
“Julie is just an awesome person. I've known her for over 20 years. We used to work together. She has housesat for our pets over 15 years. I never worry when we're away about the dogs, that's right 3 dogs plus our cat. When she comes over and they hear her voice they go crazy. She takes them for long walks, plays with them and just loves them. I would highly recommend her.”
Michelle A.Star Sitter
“Charlie was well loved and attended to. I know this because it took him almost 3 hours to come sit with me. I think he was sad to leave his new friends. Michelle was kind enough to send daily pictures of Charlie making himself at home. She was perfect for his first time sleepover without mom.”
Alison L.Star Sitter
“This was our first stay with Allison and she and her husband made us feel immediately comfortable leaving our 5 month old pup, Boka, with them for an overnight. My family had a long theme park day planned and Allison was super flexible and accommodated our next-day late-night pick up. We communicated off and on throughout the day and were given a positve report when we picked Boka up. Our little dog had so much fun at Camp Puggle that she went right to bed that night and even woke up calm the next morning! She was even too tired for zoomies! I am very happy with the service Allison provided and the care Boka received; not to mention the added perk of socializing and play time with other dogs. I recommend Allison and would absolutely ask her to pet sit for us again in the future.”
nevaeh b.Star Sitter
“Nevaeh was super kind and friendly. I had zero worries and could tell that my baby Miko had a great time while in her care . Thank you for providing awesome care for my baby !”
Yingying L.
“Penelope had a nice and relaxing time while we were in Vermont for the weekend. We received videos and updates throughout and felt really comfortable and confident having her stay with Yingying!”
Ashton B.
“Ashton was amazing!! I could tell my dogs got lots of love and they enjoyed their stay. Not only was Ashton available and accommodating for our last-minute request, but he was communicative and put my mind at ease about leaving my big goof balls for the weekend. Will definitely be using Ashton and family again!”
Nikki M.Star Sitter
“Thank you Nikki!! Nikki looked after our pup for a little over three weeks. She was happy to accommodate our dogs diet and helped our pup with her anxiety around humans and other dogs. Nikki really loves dogs and gave our pup genuine care while we were away. She sent us picture updates regularly and communicated with us promptly. We plan to continue sending our pup to Nikki’s and highly recommend her for anyone looking for a dog sitter.”
Katelyn M.
“Katelyn was amazing - she kept us updated about pickles and sent us plenty of pictures and videos. I'm sure Pickles had a blast at her place!”
Keeley N.
“Keeley and her husband took such great care of my dog and treated her as one of their own. Lucy had recent CCL surgery and Keeley diligently performed all the PT exercises. We also received so many pictures and updates, it was fantastic!”
Carol L.
“Carol is warm and friendly and immediately made an effort to make our dog feel at ease. It was reassuring that she works from home, and she is clearly fond of her dog. Carol is definitely our new go-to for boarding Gus!”
Sherisse S.
“I left my dog with Sherisse for several days and was very happy with the care she and her family provided. My dog spent a lot of time outside, received plenty of attention, and Sherisse gave daily updates. I would leave my dog with Sherisse again.”
Rachael L.Star Sitter
“I've never had to board my dogs before and was very nervous. Rachael answered my many questions, explained everything I needed to know. Her family is wonderful with my dogs and I finally feel I've found someone caring and trustworthy. I will definitely rebook in the future!”
Sedi G.
“We had a fantastic experience with Sedi, who cared for our Boston, Penny. It was our first time leaving her in someone else's home, and Sedi made the whole process so easy and reassuring. She was warm, thoughtful, and sent regular updates and photos, which we really appreciated. She even accommodated a much later pickup than expected due to flight delays..above and beyond! Penny came home happy and completely tuckered out, which says it all. We can’t recommend Sedi highly enough, she’s an absolute superstar! We are so grateful.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Amherst is $55 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $385. 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 $35 to as high as $69 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 455 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, 91% of Amherst dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Amherst have an average of 20 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 455 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, 98% 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.
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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