Dog Boarding in Amherst
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“As for the first timer, the sitters exceeded my expectations. Normally I don’t leave my dogs with strangers however with this first time experience I have read other reviews about the sitters and their reviews have kept true to their words about the experiences and I have to say I stand by other of the reviewers with my dogs. They have kept up to par with communications and pictures and I felt good knowing I made the right choice with the sitters. I would not mind having them again for my dogs ❤️”
“She was fabulous. From start to finish. We were worried about boarding our Holly for the first time but Melissa made us feel good about it. She was quite flexible with us.”
“Mindy was very sweet to our Luna! She took time to have a Meet & Greet beforehand, to make sure our pup was comfortable and that it was a good fit. She provided copious updates -- photos and videos -- and was very quick to respond when we reached out to see how things were going. Luna came home pleasantly tired *and* having made a few friends in Mindy's kitties! :) Thank you Mindy!!!”
“Beverly was great! She sent several pictures of Lucy throughout the day. Very good communication. Lucy had a great time because she came home exhausted. Would definitely have Beverly watch Lucy again when we need a pet sitter.”
“I can't say enough about how amazing Michelle was! This was our first time leaving our senior dog with anyone so I was a bit nervous, but Michelle put our minds at ease with her thoroughness in understanding our dog's needs, frequent photo updates, and genuine care. She even got my spicy chihuahua to warm up to her so I think that qualifies her as a miracle worker! Thank you so much Michelle!”
“Monica is the best. The dogs love her and we will trust her with our puppers for any time we need a pet sitter. She was extremely communicative- texts, videos, pictures- and we couldn't have asked for better.”
“Charlette is very kind and caring, she will take care of your fur baby as if it was her own. She communicates quickly and often, leaving you no doubt about the situation. I'm not sure how I could give her a higher recommendation, but if I could, I would!”
“Jackie made it possible to leave on a 2 week vacation. All 3 of our dogs were well taken care of. Jackie did everything we asked. We will definitely ask Jackie to take care of our family again. Thank you”
“Annalisa was wonderful when I asked for a meet n greet before we booked. We met her dog, her best friend who rents the back apt and her 2 dogs. They both work at the SPCA. They were so patient and accomodating. Gio and Peppino had fun then and they also seemed to have had a great time when we picked them up after a long weekend stay. Communication was great! She sent us photos and messaged us with little updates. She is so kind!”
“Courtney provided wonderful care for our dog during a lengthy two week stay. She was constantly in communication with us, sent an abundant amount of photos, and made sure our pup felt right at home. We will definitely using her again for future needs and I highly recommend her to others!”
“Always the best, this was the first time they watched both of our dogs. And they were so happy and spent all day playing either Rambo (mary and caseys dog). Will use for every need”
“Erica was great to work with. She was quick to respond and set up a meet and greet allowing us to meet her, the pets in the house, and see inside her house and yard. She was sweet with our dog and very accommodating in terms of drop off/pick up times. She also let our dog sleep on her couch, which was very kind. We would absolutely trust her with our dog again!”
“Anthony did a great job taking care of my pup. She can be shy and fearful in new situations and Anthony did a great job to keep her calm and comfortable. She enjoyed playing with his dogs, Yoki and Canelo. I enjoyed receiving updates and pictures of my pup while I was away which helped me feel at ease. Anthony is calm, reliable and welcoming. I plan to use his services again when I need them.”
“As usual Courtney and her family did an amazing job watching my two little ones. They are such a caring family. There was an incident with another dog and Courtney and her family took my dog to our vet to get her checked out. She didn’t have to but just knowing that she did that to make sure there wasn’t any major problem really reassured my trust for their family. I will continue to go to Courtney and her family to care for my dogs.”
“This was our first time using an app and having a stranger watch our dogs. It was the best decision we could have made or else we never would have met Kim! Kim was knowledgeable, warm and friendly to us and especially our dogs. She made us feel extremely comfortable and confident to leave our dogs with her and her family for 2 days. She retained everything we told her about the dogs, sent pictures and updates. Wonderful first experience!”
“Kiara & Yves are genuinely such fantastic pet sitters, and kept my mind at ease during travel knowing that my cat was in such good hands! Not only were they very kind and pleasant to talk to, but Kiara was very knowledgeable about animals in general and shared some useful information. They were very diligent in making sure my kitty was being cared for properly, along with sending updates and pictures. From medication, to going out of their way to buy specific kibble that my cat was used to after not adjusting, you can be assured that your pet will be watched by responsible, enthusiastic, and caring folks.”
“My dog Jordan was well taken care of. I highly recommend Raisa for dog boarding. She let me know how my pup was doing and sent pictures. She was very kind and I am grateful to have found her. Would definitely go through her again. 10/5 stars!”
“David and Cathy and were wonderful, they very friendly and appeared to genuinely enjoy caring for our 14h month old border collie. They sent regular photos and provided long walks and plenty of play time with their pet pug Sadie in their large back yard. We will definitely be arranging future visits and highly recommend.”
Amherst dog parents share their Rover experiences
Courtney was awesome! She accepted my last minute request for a weekend stay for my dog Tucker. She allowed him to come for a few hours as a dry run to make sure he did OK. He's never stayed with a sitter and he's 13. He did great so he went for the weekend. She sent me pictures and updates. I felt very comfortable leaving Tucker with her and will definitely use her services again!
Michele was great to our boy Takh and to us as well. We had a mishap (a flat tire) on our way to pick him up, for which AAA was slow to help and Michelle was very understanding and accommodating, despite the fact that the car trouble threw a wrench in her plan for the evening. She took great care of our boy and we would recommend her to anyone and look forward to using her service again.
Tatyjana was honestly amazing l, I have never left my pup with anyone outside of my family and was so anxious hoing out of town for two weeks, but he had the absolute best time and recieved the best care! I was updated daily with pictures and my questions before and during his stay were met with quick and detailed responses. I am happy to find a new sitter for my baby and will continue to book with her!
We rebooked with Mindy for a recent trip after our experience with her last time. Our dog is a little bit neurotic & high maintenance and doesn’t like to be left alone in new places. It is so so so nice to be able to go on vacation and not worry about her because Mindy takes such good care of her. My dog randomly stopped eating and Mindy figured out that if she changed her bowl she would eat. She took her for plenty of walks and gave her plenty of snuggles - our dog even gets to sleep in Mindy’s bed at night! We are so relieved to have found Mindy and would recommend her to anyone.
She did a great job taking care of my dog. She kept me updated with pictures all the time, which I really appreciated. Her dog played with mine the entire week, and they got along so well. She followed all my instructions carefully, especially since my dog has separation anxiety and needs extra care when I’m not around. She also made sure to walk her every day. I felt very comfortable leaving my dog with her and would definitely trust her again
Kim was wonderful to work with. She thoughtfully set up a short visit to watch Omi for a few hours before keeping him overnight, just to make sure he was comfortable. She sent regular updates and photos and always responded quickly. She was also very flexible with pick-up and drop-off times, which I really appreciated. It was clear that Omi was well cared for and that Kim provided a truly caring, attentive environment. Thank you for taking such great care of my little nugget!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Amherst is $46
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Sitters in Amherst average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, 393 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 17 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 393 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 91% 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.
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