Dog Boarding in Apple River, IL
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1. Dan W.
“Dan and Rissa took great care of our BMD Mocha! They are very friendly and speedy with communication. Getting pics throughout the weekend was great, Mocha seems to have had a great time.”
2. Anthony R.
“Tony was AMAZING. He sent lots of pictures and took our dog on multiple walks a day. He kept us updated and was flexible with pickup/drop off times. Our dog even came back knowing a new trick!”
3. Karen V.
“Karen was great with my little Leo. He came home from his stay happy! Karen even helped with his medicine. I felt very reassured that my Leo was in good hands.”
4. Riley S.
“First time using rover and Riley. She was fantastic. Our dog loved her from the start. Kept me updated as to how our dog was doing and I felt very comfortable having our dog in her care. Great experience!!”
5. JoAnna W.
“JoAnna is great and always keeps me update on what my pup is up to. I never worry when he is with her and he loves playing with her dogs as well.”
6. Kylie F.
“Such an Awesome sitter when you needed. Very inviting during our meet and greet. Her dogs are very respectful and well trained by Kylie. Our Lulah was able to connect very quickly with Romeo and Shadow. We were video prompt through out the day which is awesome as well. We highly recommend Kylie as a to go Dog Sitter (Boarding). Very clean and organized home for Dogs. Thank you Much Kylie!!!”
7. Jilly W.
“She was able to take my two dogs last minute after another rover person did not answer when I was at their house. She was amazing with my babies and they really enjoyed her. Definately recommend!!”
8. Ruth G.
“Ruth is a 10/5 stars. This was my first time seperating from my three pups and she went above and beyond to put me at ease. Ruth is honest, kind, and sure to send you pictures and videos throughout the stay. Three was a lot to take on and Ruth exceeded my expectations. Your furkids will definately be in good care with Ruth.”
9. Kirra S.
“Kirra is a personable, pet loving, kind, caring individual. She is a life-long pet owner and cares deeply for animals. She is responsible and genuine. Kirra would be a great choice!”
10. Tamara D.
“She is a really good host. Right from the start itself their dog and our dog connected as they both are of same breed. She was really caring and gave us intermittent updates as well with photos and text of how our dog was doing. Her whole family got connected to our dog really well and provided a homely feeling for our dog. Will definitely recommend them and will like to rover with them again.”
11. Sammy H.
“Sammy was perfect with our dog Pretzel. She went above and beyond to take her to our wedding and back. She also sent update pics the whole weekend. Pretzel got along with her pup as well and was sad to leave. I would definitely recommend her for all your doggy needs.”
12. lisa a.
“Great experience!”
13. Joshua W.
“I have two great danes, Duke and Jackson, and they ABSOLUTELY love Josh!!! It's not easy keeping two 160lb dogs under control for walks, but Josh is a master at it. I highly recommend him if you want someone who loves your dogs as much as you do. :)”
14. Rachael M.
“Rachel was amazing. This was the first sitter I ever took my dog She took a video and sent it to me and it looks like Dax warmed up to her almost immediately! Very flexible and Accommodating of my short notice booking . I will definitely use her again! Thank you Rachel for taking such good care of my big boy! ❤️🐾”
15. Lisa N.
“Thank you thank you!!! This was our first time leaving Howie and we were soooo pleased by the experience! Howie had a great time! Will def use Lisa and fam again! He even had a bath before we picked him up! Thank you!!!”
16. Devin G.
“Devin was exceptionally great with my two tend-to-be-nervous Chihuahuas. When I dropped the dogs off they instantly settled in. When I picked the dogs up three days later, they were happy, fed, played, and chill. Devin’s clearly a great guy who loves dogs. He went above the regular duties and he knows interesting things about restaurants in town as well! This was a five star experience. Totally made my weekend in town stress free. 100 would recommend.”
17. Thomas & Emily C.
“The best sitters on this app! Absolutely professional in the way of doing things and unbelievably lovely with the dog. I’ve left my pup with them twice and she refuses to leave their place when I pick her back up. Super friendly couple and very much involved in their care towards dogs. Thomas and Emily always accommodated my requests and were super helpful in giving my pups medication too. I would 100% recommend them, the best dog sitters ive come across so far!!!”
18. Stefanie J.
About: Looking for a loving home away from home for your pet? Look no further! I'm a total animal person with a cozy place perfect for furry guests. Your pup will get lots of exercise, playtime, and all the cuddles they want. I'll keep you updated with pictures and stories so you can relax while they're having fun. I offer a safe and fun environment where your pet won't be bored and lonely or kenneled all day and night. Let's chat about your pets personality so I can make their stay paw-fect. I have a flexible schedule, please let me know what your needs are. I have a large spacious house and yard. I live near various parks and can provide a very comfortable stay for your animal while you are away. I have experience with puppies and kittens as well as the special needs of elder animals. I can provide some grooming and have over 10 years experience with animals including working at a formal dog daycare and groomer.
19. Cameron R.
About: I have about one year of professional experience in the industry, but have had many pets throughout my life. I have worked in the dog daycare industry for about two years. I have also had and cared for reactive pups! I currently working full time, however my mornings and evenings are filled with tons of play time with my favorite four leggers. When staying with us, there’s always someone in home to care for pups 24/7! I have a big unfenced yard with long lines in the front and the back so pups can be separated while outdoors. We have a complete living space on both floors so any pups can be separated and still feel at home. We have three pups and a few cats that get along well with others! All of our pups are crate trained, and we have many extra crates around the home in the event we have some crate trained friends over.
20. Gage M.
“They were so quick to respond, accomodating to our short notice, kept us informed on how our pup was doing throughout the day, and made him feel at home! Thank you!”
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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Apple River.
Rover makes it easy to find Apple River 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
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.