Dog Boarding Barracks

Find a loving dog sitter to watch your dog overnight at your sitter's home.

Pick-Up
Search

Barracks, Find top rated dog boarding

Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.

1 / 1
Sitter Profile Image: Svitlana F.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Svitlana F.
Star Sitter
from
$40
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 114 reviews
35 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

“Lola had a wonderful time with Svitlana. Svitlana clearly loves dogs and took such good care of my dog. She sent updates with photos and videos regularly to let us know how Lola was doing. I would definitely book again!”

Profile image
Minhee T.
Sitter Profile Image: Paula C.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Paula C.
Star Sitter
from
$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 197 reviews
54 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

“Paula was easy to communicate with throughout the process. She was confident in dealing with and unbothered by all the antics of a puppy. Thanks!”

Profile image
Maria C.
Sitter Profile Image: Jenny R.
Verified Background Check
Jenny R.
Star Sitter
from
$60
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
30 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

“Jenny was terrific especially as she was challenged by my 70 lb lab grand-dog who got into everything, including some horse feed. She seemed to take it all in stride, the dogs seemed happy and all was well. I didn't realize how many dogs would be together that weekend; a good thing to ask if it matters to you. Our dog, Gracie, would love to return!”

Profile image
Christine M.
Sitter Profile Image: Bertie & Lissette A.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Bertie & Lissette A.
from
$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 136 reviews
56 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

“Lissette and Bernie and their family were AMAZING! I was nervous dropping off my dog with a new sitter and he gets nervous around other dogs but they took SUCH good care of him and sent tons of updates and gave him the love and space that he needed to the point where I never once worried about him. When I picked him up, he didn’t want to leave and was sad he was leaving his new friends! I will 100% use this team again for my dog sitting needs!”

Profile image
Cassandra N.
Sitter Profile Image: Jesse & Emily H.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Jesse & Emily H.
Star Sitter
from
$56
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
20 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22902

“We were very pleased with Jesse & Emily’s care for our pup. They clearly enjoyed keeping him and sent us multiple updates & photos. We particularly appreciated photos of their kids enjoying our pup’s company. We expect to be return clients.”

Profile image
Wayne T.
Sitter Profile Image: Riley E.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Riley E.
Star Sitter
from
$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
9 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

“This was our first time leaving Pepe with a sitter and our first time using Rover, so we were a bit nervous, you never really know who you’re leaving your dog with. But Riley was exceptional from the very beginning. Even before I booked her, she helped me figure out how the app worked and made the whole process easy. During Pepe’s stay, she kept me 100% informed at all times with photos, videos, and messages. She was incredibly attentive, caring, and professional. I truly felt peace of mind knowing Pepe was in her hands. I have no doubt he was well cared for, and I would absolutely book her again. Thank you so much, Riley, for treating Pepe like your own dog, we truly appreciate it.”

Profile image
Ana T.
Sitter Profile Image: Hillary D.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Hillary D.
Star Sitter
from
$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 116 reviews
33 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Crozet, VA, 22932

“Hillary is a great sitter. A dog lover, she was so engaged and involved with our 2 Goldens during the week they stayed with her and her family. She sent multiple pictures, videos, and texts every day. The dogs were in great shape when we picked them up and it was clear that that they had been very well cared for. It is so comforting to know that your beloved pets are in good hands and Hillary exudes that type of confidence in her care. We are empty nesters and could tell from the videos and pics that the dogs loved playing with her children. I highly recommend Hillary!”

Profile image
Jeffrey F.
Sitter Profile Image: Caroline D.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Caroline D.
from
$75
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 70 reviews
26 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Fry Springs, Charlottesville, VA, 22903

“Caroline was great with our dog, and was a really nice person to meet and talk to. I can highly recommend Caroline to anyone looking for someone to care for their pet.”

Profile image
Derek T.
Sitter Profile Image: Julie N.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Julie N.
Star Sitter
from
$57
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 44 reviews
13 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22902

“Julie is great. I feel like she and her family treated my dogs like they were part of the family. She was good about sending me pictures and updates. I highly recommend her and plan on having her keep my dogs whenever I go out of town.”

Profile image
Betsy D.
Sitter Profile Image: Jani & Paul R.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Jani & Paul R.
Star Sitter
from
$65
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 177 reviews
42 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Crozet, VA, 22932

“Jani and Paul are so wonderful with Gizmo! They are attentive and communicative. They send photos and sweet updates throughout the day. Gizmo enjoys boarding with them and exploring the beautiful fenced in yard and chilling inside with them. It’s amazing peace of mind knowing he’s being loved on and well cared for while we are traveling!”

Profile image
Claire V.
Sitter Profile Image: Katina M.
Verified Background Check
Katina M.
Star Sitter
from
$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 120 reviews
41 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Troy, VA, 22974

“Ellie had another awesome stay last week. I am so glad to be able to leave my little houndy girl with Katina, who treats her like part of her own family. Thanks! Highly recommended without reservations of any kind. Brian”

Profile image
Brian B.
Sitter Profile Image: Christine & Charles P.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Christine & Charles P.
Star Sitter
from
$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22980

“Our dog Lincoln loved staying at Christine’s place! She took such good care of him, and he came home very happy! We enjoyed our vacation without having to worry about our dogs comfort of safety. Thank you Christine!”

Profile image
Alexandra D.
Sitter Profile Image: Heather S.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Heather S.
Star Sitter
from
$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Ruckersville, VA, 22968

“Heather did an amazing job with my rescue girl. I was a nervous wreck leaving her but had to travel for work. My girl settled right in and I got the cutest updates. Heather knows how to deal with my quirky dork of a pup. She was patient with her and made her feel like she was home. My girl is tired and happy. I will definitely use Heather in the future for my boarding needs.”

Profile image
Gabriela
Sitter Profile Image: Ashley G.
Verified Background Check
Ashley G.
from
$45
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
9 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Earlysville, VA, 22936

“Ashley was very professional, quick to respond, and sent us loads of pictures. Lexi came home happy and tired (which is perfect!). I would highly recommend her!”

Profile image
Tarunya V.
Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia W.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Cynthia W.
Star Sitter
from
$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 53 reviews
20 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Ruckersville, VA, 22968

“Cynthia made sure my fairly anxious dog, Obi, was well cared for! This is the first time I’ve left him with someone he doesn’t know, so I was worried at first. But Cynthia kept me updated the whole time I was gone and her pictures and quick updates made me feel so much better about being away from Obi!”

Profile image
Kennedy H.
Sitter Profile Image: Aly B.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Aly B.
Star Sitter
from
$63
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 66 reviews
23 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

“Aly was great and Rory had an amazing time! She sent us lots of pictures and kept us updated on her the whole time. She was also super flexible when our flight got delayed and we had to pick her up late. All around wonderful experience!”

Profile image
Hannah O.
Sitter Profile Image: Kathryn H.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Kathryn H.
Star Sitter
from
$32
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
21 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Stuarts Draft, VA, 24477

“Kathryn was a WONDERFUL pet sitter for our little English bulldog, Daisy. She kept in touch with us and sent updates. We could tell Daisy really enjoyed her stay! Thank you, Kathryn!!!”

Profile image
Patricia S.
Sitter Profile Image: Anne G.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Anne G.
from
$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

“Our pups enjoyed their stay with Anne! It was easy to communicate with her and she sent lots of photos and updates. She took great care of them and we would use her again in the future. Thanks Anne!”

Profile image
Anya E.
Sitter Profile Image: Heather N.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Heather N.
Star Sitter
from
$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Palmyra, VA, 22963

“Heather was absolutely great! She would send me updates and photos of Maggie. She did a wonderful job at the meetup to confirm this would work, and while she watched Maggie I had zero concerns and knew she was being taken care of.”

Profile image
Kelly W.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra & Logan M.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Alexandra & Logan M.
Star Sitter
from
$65
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22903

“Alexandra and Logan were wonderful with my (sometimes overly) curious terrier, Eddie! I am always concerned about Eddie escaping to chase an animal, and they took my concerns seriously and took steps to ensure that wouldn't happen. Their fence setup was great too - the fenced-in yard wraps all the way around the house, so even if a dog slipped out of the house, they would still be in the yard. On top of that, they sent lots of pictures and were so kind to Eddie. He didn't want to leave!”

Profile image
Stephanie B.
1 / 1
View more

Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Barracks

1 / 1
5.0 out of 5 stars

Cody had such a wonderful stay! They were incredibly sweet and attentive to him, and I could tell he was really loved and well cared for. They were flexible with pickup, communicated well throughout his stay, and sent adorable pictures that made me so happy to see. When Cody ran out of food, they let me know right away so I could get it taken care of. He got lots of cuddles and attention, and honestly, I don’t think he even wanted to leave! He came home happy and relaxed, which is everything I could ask for. I’d absolutely trust them with Cody again and highly recommend them!

Profile image
Emily S.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

This was another great boarding experience with Ashley. She is great with our dog and is easy to communicate with. Will definitely send our dog her way again when we are out of town.

Profile image
Ryan G.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jenny took great of our pup! Each day she sent photos and videos to keep us updated on his status. She was easy to schedule with and great at communicating. Would absolutely recommend her to others with a high energy pup :)

Profile image
Liz Y.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Bodhi stayed with Svitlana today for the first time, and he seemed relaxed and happy when I picked him up--so that is a very positive sign. She took him for a lovely walk and sent pictures. I definitely will have him stay with her again.

Profile image
Jan N.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Caroline is great and takes terrific care of our pup! We always appreciate the updates and pictures! We highly recommend her!

Profile image
Alex M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic experience. She really took into consideration my dog's personality and what my dog would need during the weekend. She provided me with consistent updates and photos and when I came to get my dog she was excited to see me but not anxious to leave. It honestly could not have been any better.

Profile image
Marie B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Margaret took wonderful care of our 5 month old puppy for the weekend! She was very attentive, flexible to attend to his usual schedule, and played with him all weekend. He was wiped after a weekend of fun. We highly recommend using her for all puppy needs!

Profile image
Bri S.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jayden was great and our dog seemed to have a great time! We were quite comfortable leaving him with Jayden despite never having met him before. Jayden was very communicative and very flexible which we very much appreciated.

Profile image
Sarah D.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Boba enjoyed his time with Indira. She took good care of him while I was in Charlottesville for work, and booking with her was simple and easy while we traveled from out of town.

Profile image
Abigail C.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Rebecca is the best! Our dog lives all the play time with other dogs she gets in Rebecca’s large yard. We know our dog is super well cared for while she is with Rebecca! Highly recommend!

Profile image
Price W.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicholas was great! Very responsive and communicative since we sent the request, and he provided multiple updates daily

Profile image
Valeria P.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Keri took excellent care of my dog Gus! She took such great attention to his needs! Gus immediately felt comfortable around her!

Profile image
Abigail S.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Izzy took great care of our dog and sent us pics and videos to check in with us every day. Oakley had lots of fun with Bourbon and Scotch. Would book again if needed!

Profile image
Olivia B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Erik was very responsive and totally saved us with a last minute boarding request. Our girl came back very happy and had clearly been in good hands. I recommend booking with Erik any time.

Profile image
Lauren H.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Abby took wonderful care of my dog, Eddie, for almost a full week while we were away. She took him on walks, and even a hike! She was very communicative with updates and pictures daily. I will definitely contact her again!

Profile image
Stephanie B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelley was wonderful with Zeke, and sent pictures frequently. Zeke and her dog got along well, and it was so good to know he was being so well cared for. I will ask Kelley to sit in the future and would recommend her to anyone.

Profile image
Merta P.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Tionna was an excellent player pet guardian for Compass while I was away! She took excellent and diligent care of him (including his sprained ankle) and sent great updates and photos! Very communicative and reliable. I will definitely use her again!

Profile image
Veronica C.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Dara was so wonderful!! She was great at giving me updates and loving on my pup. Would definitely book again!

Profile image
Kelley G.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nana is great with Mo! Nana communicates well, and he was flexible with my trip schedule. This is my second time boarding Mo with Nana and will book for other needs in the future.

Profile image
Kellie C.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Blair was amazing with our dog Mochi! She boarded her for 5 nights and did an incredible job, was very nice and communicative and provided frequent updates throughout. Would be happy to use again for future boarding needs!

Profile image
Sean R.
Boarding
1 / 1
Find pet care near you

Book with peace of mind

  • Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
  • Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
  • 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.

Why Choose Rover?

  • Cashless payments

    Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.

  • Reservation protection

    It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.

  • World-class support

    We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.

How to book dog boarding

  1. 1. Search

    Browse profiles of sitters near you who offer dog boarding.
  2. 2. Meet In Person

    Schedule a free in-person Meet & Greet to find the perfect fit.
  3. 3. Book & Pay

    It's that easy! All payments are processed through Rover's secured platform.

Popular requests for dog boarding - Barracks

Select a filter and find qualifying sitters offering dog boarding.

FAQs for Dog Boarding - Barracks

Frequently asked questions about Rover

Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

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.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Barracks 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 Barracks.

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

You and your Barracks 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 VA 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.

Connect anywhere with the Rover app

Download on the App Store BadgeGet it on Google Play Badge