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Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly C.
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Kimberly C.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
8 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Tenino, WA, 98589

“My dog only stayed with Kim for one night but I am super happy with the care he got, I received multiple photos and updates that put my mind at ease. Will rebook with Kim in the future!”

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Connor B.
Sitter Profile Image: Annmarie R.
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Annmarie R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 67 reviews
19 repeat clients
35 years of experience
South Westside, Olympia, WA, 98502

“Annmarie did a fantastic job taking care of our 3 month old fur baby!. Her communication while watching our fur baby was great and we appreciated receiving pictures of her playing and getting all the cuddles. We will absolutly book Annmarie for any future dog sitter needs and highly recomend her!!.”

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Emily M.
Sitter Profile Image: Michael A.
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Michael A.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Tumwater, WA, 98512

“Michael was a wonderful sitter for our Billie Jean. He is a great communicator who cared about keeping her both safe AND happy. She had a wonderful time. I highly recommend!!”

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Dlorean L.
Sitter Profile Image: Kaela P.
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Kaela P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
6 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Olympia, WA, 98503

“Karla and her family are incredible! They take the best care of our dog when we go away, treating him like family and giving him so much love and affection. I feel so lucky we have such a wonderful sitter for our dog!”

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Leah R.
Sitter Profile Image: Deidre H.
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Deidre H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
13 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Tumwater, WA, 98512

“Deidre took such good care of my dog while I was on a long trip. She sent pictures and updates, which gave me peace of mind and allowed me to fully enjoy my vacation. I'm so grateful for her kindness and care. She is highly recommended.”

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June S.
Sitter Profile Image: Keep S.
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Keep S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 153 reviews
65 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lacey, WA, 98503

“Keep is absolutely wonderful and so sweet! She sent us multiple photos everyday of our furbabies and in every photo they had a smile. We know that our pups had so much fun with her because less than an hour of being back home, they were both passed out on their dog bed. We couldn’t have picked a better person to love on our pups while we were away.”

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Kayla B.
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Kat B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 162 reviews
56 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Rochester, WA, 98579

“Kat was great with our BIG puppies, she even taught our stubborn Lab FETCH. The property was large with a lot of running room. Boarding area clean, with a large cot to fit both pups. She went out of her way to work with our schedule. Overall we were very pleased, thank you Kat”

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Sitter Profile Image: Crystal W.
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Crystal W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
15 years of experience
Tumwater, WA, 98512

“Apollo had a great time playing with the kids. We’ll be back”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer L.
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Jennifer L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 88 reviews
37 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Olympia, WA, 98501

“Jennifer and her family were absolutely amazing! She sent updates and pictures every day and told us how he was doing always! Our golden is super shy and skittish, and him being around other pups his age was so good for him. So glad we found them!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Pamela H.
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Pamela H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 105 reviews
25 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lacey, WA, 98513

“Phenomenal caretaker! She kept me posting on daily activities with pictures and status updates. What a great time my furry family member had. In fact he loved her so much and was so comfortable that he was hesitant to leave her. I highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jordyn C.
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Jordyn C.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Olympia, WA, 98513

“Jordyn was great with our pets. She gave our dog medicine daily and lots of loves. He got sore paws and she even soaked them! Our two cats were very shy and she worked with them every day to try and make them more comfortable. She gave multiple updates through the day and was very easy to work with. We will definitely be using her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Scott W.
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Scott W.
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$79
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 22 reviews
5 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Chehalis, WA, 98532

“It was wonderful to work with Scott and the sweet pup Nico. Brass had a great time and came home ready for a nap! I won't hesitate to call again when I need to leave Brass with a great family.”

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Melissa G.
Sitter Profile Image: Sheena B.
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Sheena B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lacey, WA, 98516

“Sheena was awesome. She took wonderful care of our dog, Lola, and sent lots of picture updates to make sure we knew Lola was having a great time. I’d recommend Sheena to anyone in the area needing to board their fur babies.”

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Laura C.
Sitter Profile Image: John S.
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John S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lacey, WA, 98513

“John was great with our shy pup, Bear. The photos and updates were wonderful. He was very easy to communicate with, friendly, and immediately put me at ease knowing he’s a long-time dog person. Our pup was exhausted when we got home so he got plenty of walks and all the fetch he could have wanted. I will gladly reach out to John again in the future!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa B.
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Lisa B.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 95 reviews
29 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Lacey, WA, 98516

“Lisa was fantastic! Her communication was great well she had our dog over thanksgiving week and we were able to relax and enjoy family on our trip knowing that our Cierra was being well taken care of.. we will definitely use Lisa again!”

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Jennifer S.
Sitter Profile Image: Jesse & Jasmine K.
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Jesse & Jasmine K.
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$47
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 55 reviews
16 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Shelton, WA, 98584

“I was very worried about being away from my little one Until I met Jesse who was very friendly from the beginning. He and his wife kept me updated on how Nico was doing throughout the day. Overall I felt that I could trust him with our little baby”

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Remedios L.
Sitter Profile Image: Yang G.
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Yang G.
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$59
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Olympia, WA, 98501

“Yang and her family were wonderful to our dog, Xiaolong, while we were away for a few days. We know Yang will be the first Rover we contact the next time we are away and need a loving home away from home for our dog.”

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Marnie Jo k.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
10 years of experience
Tumwater, WA, 98512

“Marnie is fabulous! Lola and Bubba had a great time. Marnie makes sure the dogs get plenty of outdoor time ❤️”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ari D.
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Ari D.
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$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 226 reviews
67 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Olympia, WA, 98502

“Daisy absolutely love her stay. My first experience with dog boarding wasn’t the best so I was pretty nervous leaving her this time. However, Ari was very accommodating and understanding. Pictures were sent of Daisy throughout the day and checked in frequently in which I was grateful for. I was truly happy this service”

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Sitter Profile Image: Qing G.
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Qing G.
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$65
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
6 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Indian Creek, Olympia, WA, 98501

“Our dogs stay with Qing was excellent. He's on a pretty strict med schedule for his epilepsy and she made sure he got everything on time and even texted us after each dose was given to reassure us. Would definitely let our dog stay with her again :)”

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Lizz M.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Balch is $45

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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Balch

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Balch is $57 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $49 and $59 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of November 2026, there are 241 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Balch. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

95% of sitters in Balch can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Balch home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Balch.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Balch. On Rover:

  • 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 98% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Balch sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in WA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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