Dog Boarding in Athens
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“Thank you Kelly & Brian for making this process a breeze. This was my first time using the app and I would definitely book with you again. The updates and photos put me at ease, ensuring my little one was comfortable. Again thank you for everything!”
“They took really good care of our dog, she sent pictures and updates while we were out of town. I would highly recommend them to care for your pet! I feel like we have new friends as well! Their home is set up with a doggie door, dog ramps, and a safely fenced in back yard. It really puts your mind at ease, when having to leave your pet.”
“Rebel always has a fun time staying with Anna and Alexander and their two Goldens! They provide great updates and photos, and we wouldn’t want him to stay anywhere else! Thank you!!”
“Meaghan and Johnny took great care of our english bulldog and he looked so happy in the pictures they sent. They were also flexible with us on our drop off/pick up times due to us traveling.”
“Once again, Deborah was fantastic taking care of my fur-baby. She’s very attentive, caring, and flexible. She sends several updates during the stay and is quick to respond. Highly recommend! 5⭐️”
“Nikki has a great home that's well established for dogs to have fun, enjoy the great outdoors, make friends, and be very comfortable in their surroundings. Highly recommended boarding location! Especially for larger dogs.”
“Dalis accepted a last minute booking for my baby Achilles. I really appreciated her willingness to care for him even before she knew why I booked last minute. My dad was in the hospital 4.5 hours away and I didn't want to take Achilles to the kennel. She sent updates and pictures to let me know he was doing even when his husky behavior came out lol. This was my first time using Roover and I highly recommend her services.”
“Steven welcomed our two sister mini-dachshunds into his house for a week while my family went on vacation. As these are senior dogs (15+), they do have some special needs, but Steven handled both with care and attention while sending us daily updates with pictures. We are so grateful for Steven and his family for the care they gave to our babies.”
“This was our first time using Rover, and I'm so glad we did! Kira took great care of our dogs. She sent pictures of them every day and they looked like they were having so much fun with the other dogs! I'm so happy such a wonderful sitter is in our area. We will definitely utilize her services again!”
About: Hello there! I have 2 dogs, several chickens, quail, and a bunch of bees — and they’re all my babies. 🐶🐔🐝 I work from home in the heart of Athens, so I have a pretty flexible schedule for drop-ins, walks, and snuggles. I’m a fast and effective communicator and LOVE sending pics and videos of your babies while you’re away so you always know they’re SAFE and HAPPY! 📸💛 My only weakness? Too many pet cuddles sometimes give me a little back ache — but I wouldn’t trade the love for anything! 🥰 Looking forward to loving on your fur babies like one of my own! I work fully remote and can break away to take care of your best friend relatively easily. If there are any delays in attending to your pet, I will always communicate effectively. Overcommunication is better than undercommunication in my experience. I have several personal references I am happy to provide who have used my services. Upon request, I have opened my home to overnight stays- I have a fenced in yard with double secure containment and two extremely friendly dogs who grew up with lots and lots of play dates
“Auburn was absolutely the best possible person we could have found to care for my mom's dog. She was kind, flexible, understanding, and totally amazing. My mom had to accompany her partner to an out of town medical facility, immediately after he received a surprise terminal diagnosis. She was very worried about her dog. Auburn picked Ginger up, took great care of her, sent regular pictures and updates, and dropped Ginger off after my mom got home, late at night. She was beyond accommodating and I would recommend her to anyone. If we ever have another need for service, we hope and pray Auburn will be available.”
“This was Boo’s 2nd doggy vacation with Becky. He absolutely loves staying at her house. I don’t think that he was ready to go home. If you are looking for someone to love and care for your fur baby, do not hesitate to use Becky!”
“This was our first time boarding with Barbara and Keith and it was a great experience! They are very responsive to communication and provided me daily updates and photos of my boy. They are a kind couple who took amazing care of Lincoln. Will definitely book again!”
“Shume was great--I was a little apprehensive leaving my 8 week old puppy, but she took excellent care of him, and he was clean and happy when I picked him up. So glad I found Rover, and Shume :)”
About: I’ve always loved Animals! I’ve had a dog since I was 7. I’ve never met an animal that didn’t get along with me. I always felt like they gravitate towards me! I also currently have two dogs, who are my world! I am a stay at home mom, who also works retail part time! With my dogs we play and cuddle whenever I can! I also walk my doggies 3 times a day, depending on the weather! So my schedule is flexible to take care of your fur babies! I will walk your dog as much as I’m instructed or as needed! I do have a large kennel if they have to go in or one isn’t brought from home! As long as you tell me your dogs schedule (if they don’t have one , that is fine!) we should be fine!
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Kelly & Brian W.
Star Sitter
“Thank you Kelly & Brian for making this process a breeze. This was my first time using the app and I would definitely book with you again. The updates and photos put me at ease, ensuring my little one was comfortable. Again thank you for everything!”
Donna & Will M.Star Sitter
“They took really good care of our dog, she sent pictures and updates while we were out of town. I would highly recommend them to care for your pet! I feel like we have new friends as well! Their home is set up with a doggie door, dog ramps, and a safely fenced in back yard. It really puts your mind at ease, when having to leave your pet.”
Anna H.
“Rebel always has a fun time staying with Anna and Alexander and their two Goldens! They provide great updates and photos, and we wouldn’t want him to stay anywhere else! Thank you!!”
Meaghan & Johnny L.Star Sitter
“Meaghan and Johnny took great care of our english bulldog and he looked so happy in the pictures they sent. They were also flexible with us on our drop off/pick up times due to us traveling.”
Deborah R.Star Sitter
“Once again, Deborah was fantastic taking care of my fur-baby. She’s very attentive, caring, and flexible. She sends several updates during the stay and is quick to respond. Highly recommend! 5⭐️”
Nikki S.Star Sitter
“Nikki has a great home that's well established for dogs to have fun, enjoy the great outdoors, make friends, and be very comfortable in their surroundings. Highly recommended boarding location! Especially for larger dogs.”
Dalis S.Star Sitter
“Dalis accepted a last minute booking for my baby Achilles. I really appreciated her willingness to care for him even before she knew why I booked last minute. My dad was in the hospital 4.5 hours away and I didn't want to take Achilles to the kennel. She sent updates and pictures to let me know he was doing even when his husky behavior came out lol. This was my first time using Roover and I highly recommend her services.”
Steven M.Star Sitter
“Steven welcomed our two sister mini-dachshunds into his house for a week while my family went on vacation. As these are senior dogs (15+), they do have some special needs, but Steven handled both with care and attention while sending us daily updates with pictures. We are so grateful for Steven and his family for the care they gave to our babies.”
Kira K.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover, and I'm so glad we did! Kira took great care of our dogs. She sent pictures of them every day and they looked like they were having so much fun with the other dogs! I'm so happy such a wonderful sitter is in our area. We will definitely utilize her services again!”
Colleen S.Star Sitter
“This was my first time using the service and Colleen was great from start to finish, Ghost and King loved the stay with her I would highly recommend her to everyone.”
Devin N.Star Sitter
“Devin was great she communicated very well she is very patient she kept us updated I would definitely use her again thank you sooo much Devin”
Eboni R.Star Sitter
“We love Eboni!! She takes great care of our dog when we go out of town and is good at sending picture updates ❤️ our pup always looks so comfy and calm with her.”
Grace B.
“We LOVE Grace! She's our first call whenever we need someone to watch our two dogs—a rambunctious mixed breed and a hyper terrier. Grace goes above and beyond every time she cares for them, always keeping us updated on how they’re doing while we’re away. Both of our dogs are thrilled whenever she comes over and are always showered with love in return. We can’t recommend Grace enough to watch over your furbabies!”
Auburn M.
“Auburn was absolutely the best possible person we could have found to care for my mom's dog. She was kind, flexible, understanding, and totally amazing. My mom had to accompany her partner to an out of town medical facility, immediately after he received a surprise terminal diagnosis. She was very worried about her dog. Auburn picked Ginger up, took great care of her, sent regular pictures and updates, and dropped Ginger off after my mom got home, late at night. She was beyond accommodating and I would recommend her to anyone. If we ever have another need for service, we hope and pray Auburn will be available.”
Hope D.
“Hope was very patient and sweet with my fur baby that has separation anxiety. They became friends within a short time. I will definitely use her again. Thanks, Hope!”
Becky B.Star Sitter
“This was Boo’s 2nd doggy vacation with Becky. He absolutely loves staying at her house. I don’t think that he was ready to go home. If you are looking for someone to love and care for your fur baby, do not hesitate to use Becky!”
Barbara & Keith W.
“This was our first time boarding with Barbara and Keith and it was a great experience! They are very responsive to communication and provided me daily updates and photos of my boy. They are a kind couple who took amazing care of Lincoln. Will definitely book again!”
Shume M.Star Sitter
“Shume was great--I was a little apprehensive leaving my 8 week old puppy, but she took excellent care of him, and he was clean and happy when I picked him up. So glad I found Rover, and Shume :)”
Kristina B.
About: I’ve always loved Animals! I’ve had a dog since I was 7. I’ve never met an animal that didn’t get along with me. I always felt like they gravitate towards me! I also currently have two dogs, who are my world! I am a stay at home mom, who also works retail part time! With my dogs we play and cuddle whenever I can! I also walk my doggies 3 times a day, depending on the weather! So my schedule is flexible to take care of your fur babies! I will walk your dog as much as I’m instructed or as needed! I do have a large kennel if they have to go in or one isn’t brought from home! As long as you tell me your dogs schedule (if they don’t have one , that is fine!) we should be fine!
Ali M.Star Sitter
“Ali was amazing to our sweet girl Azula! She sent photos and updates frequently. We definitely hope to have her watch our girl again! Thanks so much Ali!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Athens is $38 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $266. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Athens dog boarding rates can be found as low as $23 to as high as $42 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 210 sitters provided dog boarding in Athens. 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, 95% of Athens dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Athens have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 15 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 Athens.
Rover makes it easy to find Athens 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 210 dog boarding sitters in Athens on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Athens, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 87% 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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