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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly & Brian W.
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Kelly & Brian W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
17 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35756

So happy with the care and love Kelly gave to my girls while I was away on a trip. She was so thorough and asked lots of questions to make sure she had everything she needed for the girls stay with her. She sent me pictures and videos every day. I can tell Willow and Juniper had a very nice time. Thank you so much for taking such good care of my babies!

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Melissa H.
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Steven M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
9 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35756

Steven has taken great care of our dogs on a few separate occasions now. He sends daily photos and updates which our family loves to see when we are away. We are thankful to have found him!

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Amy S.
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Dalis S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
133 reviews
54 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35757

Dalis is fantastic! She is experienced, intelligent, professional and most of all she loves animals! She is the only person that we want to use!

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Donna & Will M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
40 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Decatur, AL, 35601

Donna is absolutely amazing and wonderful with dogs. I know our babies had the best week with her! We would not hesitate to use her any time we need dog sitting!

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Casey F.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Athens, AL, 35611

She was amazing in her service as my dog is a medical service dog. I was so happy to see that my girl was left in good hands and treated like a part of their family. Also, the sitter was extremely flexible with my travel, inconveniences and insured that my girl was taking care of the entire time. I can’t recommend her highly enough for her wonderful work and the fact that she is fantastic at sharing the daily activities While your animal is in her care so you can rest assured that they aren’t being just left in a kennel and not loved. I will be using her services moving forward as much as I can for my travel issues as I am very particular for where my dog goes and to be offered the country experience alongside the family love that her home offers is topped to your service for an affordable price.

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Sitter Profile Image: Auburn M.
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Auburn M.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Athens, AL, 35613

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.

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Sitter Profile Image: Meaghan & Johnny L.
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Meaghan & Johnny L.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
29 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Decatur, AL, 35603

Our pup almost knocked down their door when we dropped him off. Needless to say he remembers being treated well while there and it makes us happy. Thanks Meaghan and Johnny!

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Melanie P.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
4 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35757

I've left my baby Mojo at his vet for boarding and with family always needed some meds to get him through not with Melanie wonderful videos and pics to prove it Mojo and Stella played so well together Melanie did so much for us I will be using her for all my times away Thank you Melanie and Stella

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Sitter Profile Image: Colleen S.
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Colleen S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
97 reviews
33 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35756

I would highly reccomend for anyone who needs a dog sitter to use Colleen. She was very friendly and made us feel comfotable when we arrived. Her house is dog friendly. This was tge first rime I ever used a dog sitter and I was very pleased. She sent several pics of our dog happily enjoying herself and a fun video of my German Shepherd puppy playing with her dog. When I needed to extend the time she allowed us to extend a whold day. It was a great experience and I will use her again.

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Erika M.
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Hope D.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
34 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Athens, AL, 35611

Hope was a outstanding dog sitter!! She treated my fur baby if it was her own. She sent me pictures every day and gave me updates. I will definitely take my dog back.

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Brett C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
14 repeat clients
38 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35758

Brett is an amazing dog sitter! He has always taken great care of our dog when we are away. Brett goes above and beyond taking our dog on walks and sending pictures, and he is very undestanding. Highly recommend!

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Monica P.
Sitter Profile Image: Kira & Carter K.
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Kira & Carter K.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1,087 reviews
585 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35758

Thank you so much for taking such great care of Maze and Luna!!!! Getting pictures everyday was wonderful!!!! I will definitely be using you in the future!!! Highly recommend!!!!

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Melissa B.
Sitter Profile Image: Shume M.
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Shume M.
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$41
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4.9 out of 5 stars
390 reviews
228 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35756

Shume was amazing from start to finish! Very professional and knowledgeable! Communication was perfect, and we had no worries the entire time we were away from our fur baby! For pet parents that care for the safety and comfort of their pets like they are truly your children, Shume is too if the list! We will book with her every chance we get!

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Sitter Profile Image: Diane C.
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Diane C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35758

It's never easy to find a new sitter when you move to a new area. We were so fortunate to find Diane through Rover. Honey is a loving and sweet dog, but nervous about new situations. Diane understood and went the second mile to care for her. What a blessing!

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Kerry W.
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Stephanie W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
33 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Harvest, AL, 35749

Trojan had a great time at Stephanie's house while we were on vacation for a week. She was great about sending us lots of pics and videos of Trojan and the other puppies enjoying the yard and playing. Stephanie and her daughters are a great family and I'm so glad we were able to leave our baby in such loving arms.

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Benjamin B.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
97 reviews
28 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Athens, AL, 35613

Thank you again Benjamin!!! The ladies love coming to hang out with you and we appreciate the amazing care and love you shower on them. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley & Spencer M.
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Ashley & Spencer M.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Harvest, AL, 35749

Ashley & Spencer were awesome hosts for my pup. I got pictures everyday and it looked like he was well taken care of. Their dog, Engy, was surely a great friend and made vacation extra fun for my dog. Great communication and very accommodating - I’ll be glad to have them hangout with my dog again in the future!

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Danielle B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Harvest, AL, 35749

Danielle was an absolute lifesaver for us! My senior dog has anxiety, and has never stayed with a non-family member, so leaving her for 5 days was initially a bit daunting. However, Danielle was incredibly patient and understanding, and her calm demeanor really helped my pup settle in. Daily text updates and photos provided peace of mind. The photos clearly showed that she was comfortable and captured adorable moments of her relaxing. It was evident how well my dog was cared for. Danielle followed all instructions, and the home was clean. Booking is highly recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Becky B.
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Becky B.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
223 reviews
92 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Harvest, AL, 35749

Casper had a fantastic time with Becky and I never have to worry that he’s being taken care of. He loves playing with the other pups and came home so tired. And a tired puppy is a good puppy. 😂 Thank you Becky! He’ll be back.

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Sitter Profile Image: Deborah R.
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Deborah R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Madison, AL, 35757

Thank you for caring for our Jelly Bean and sending all of the updates while we were away. He was well loved and seemed to enjoy his stay. Thanks again!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

We can’t say enough good things about Shane, Kayla, and their family. Our two pups absolutely love staying with them! It’s such a relief to pick them up and see them so relaxed and happy; in the past, they’ve often seemed anxious after a stay with other dogsitters, but never with Shane and Kayla. It’s truly a "home away from home" for our dogs.

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Rebecca B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hope was great with our baby! I was afraid Freckles would be difficult, because she can be a little grumpy with unfamiliar dogs. Hope was patient and introduced each dog one at a time. Freckles even made a friend with Dolly. I will definitely use her again and I highly recommend her. Her home was very clean and plenty of toys to play with.

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Donna M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace and her husband were the BEST Rover I’ve ever had!! Very intentional about socializing all dogs in the home, SUPER great at meeting any unique needs or requests, and even made a personalized Christmas ornament with a handmade picture of my pups!! HIGHLY recommend!! It always makes me more confident when my dogs look forward to arriving at a place, and they obviously LOVED their time with Grace.

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Chase R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I honestly can’t say enough great things about my experience. The sitter communicated extremely well. She sent daily updates and videos. They instantly felt like family.

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ShaDana C.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Athens is $40

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Sitters in Athens average 17
repeat dog boarding clients

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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Athens is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. 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 $44 per night.

If you’re searching for a Athens dog boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, 203 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, 93% of Athens dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Athens have an average of 21 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 17 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 203 dog boarding sitters in Athens on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Athens, 89% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 84% 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.