Dog Boarding in Athens
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“I wouldn’t take Bella and the other place. Donna and Bella have bonded. I don’t have to worry when I’m on vacation. Donna sends me updates throughout the week which is wonderful.”
“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!”
“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!”
“Another amazing stay for Nilla with Autumn and Paul! She was so excited to see them again and couldn’t wait to get in the house to play with her pups! I never worry at all about our fur baby because I know Autumn loves them like her own. Nilla even sleeps with them. They are special sitters and I highly recommend them!!!”
“Dalia is outstanding and our go-to sitter in town. She lovingly cared for our two girls and they feel at home with her. Dalia’s experience and personal care is apparent in the way she handles our pups. She gave us great peace of mind while we were away. Can’t rate her high enough!”
“Emma had a great time with Stephanie and her family. Such a great time that she was sad to come home :) Stephanie was very flexible with our late arrival due to delayed flight. She updated us frequently with photos which was great. Would recommend her to anyone!”
“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”
“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!”
“Violet had a great time while we were away. Brittany sent pictures daily of how well she was doing. We will definitely use her again anytime we travel out of town.”
“Becky is the absolute best! She is our go to sitter. We know our Kona girl is part of the family when she is there and we get lots of pictures and updates throughout her stay.”
“Benjamin and his dad did a great job taking care of our baby for two weeks. We had to leave him last minute while he wasn’t feeling his best, and they made sure he got his medication and came back home healthy, happy, and full of energy. It was clear he was well cared for and loved during his stay. The only downside was communication. We didn’t get daily updates or pictures and only received check-ins when we reached out to ask. Also, while the booking was under Benjamin’s name, we only interacted with his dad, who handled drop-off and pick-up. Overall, we really appreciate the great care they gave him, and we’d recommend them for their kindness and attention to pets. With more consistent communication, it would’ve been a perfect experience.”
“Very satisfied, sitter provided photos and updates of my pet during his stay. He looked like he enjoyed himself and was very well taken care of. Will use Ms. Colleen in the future.”
“Kira was awesome with our two large, high-energy dogs. She provided lots of pictures and updates. We feel very comfortable that our dogs will get great care and plenty of attention when they stay with Kira.”
“I will be booking with Nicki and her family again! They took good care of my Briella and even spoiled her like we would. We got picture mail sent throughout the week. My Briella is small so I was ensured she wouldn’t be with bigger dogs. I’m just so happy she really enjoyed her stay. Also their property is beautiful!!😍”
“Shume came THROUGH for me and my family this week! This was my first experience using Rover and my dog is extremely anxious, and at the last minute Shume was able to watch my dog over the thanksgiving holiday. She was willing to meet me close to my family’s house and replied quickly if I messaged her. 10/10 would recommend and will hopefully be using her for future sittings!”
Over 692 pet parents in Athens have booked dog boarding
Athens dog parents share their Rover experiences
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.
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.
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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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Athens is $40
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Sitters in Athens average 18 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of May 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 $43 per night.
As of May 2026, 205 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, 94% 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 18 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 205 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 89% 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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