Dog Boarding Bay Island
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“Hannah communicated promptly from start to finish, making the entire experience smooth and reassuring. She is genuinely kind and clearly a true dog lover. She kept me updated with videos and pictures, which gave me peace of mind the whole time. When my dog was missing us and feeling a bit anxious, she lay down with him on the sofa to help calm him. She even took him on a morning walk without being asked, which I really appreciated. Overall, I’m very happy with her care and would definitely recommend her anytime.”
“Linda was so helpful when we were in a bind. She quickly responded to our call for a pup sitter. After we picked up Pepper, she immediately started snoozing on the car ride home. So she must have had a good time! Thank you!”
“Wendy was awesome taking care of our pup on short notice! She was very accommodating to our schedule and made logistics easy. It was clear Ollie felt right at home. Highly recommend!”
“Benjamin was fantastic with my 2 elder dogs for the week that he had them. He sent me pictures and kept me updated on how they were doing which made me feel so much better about leaving them while I was on vacation. My dogs have never stayed with anyone other than family, and I'm so pleased with how Benjamin was with them. I've already highly recommended him and Rover to friends and will continue to do so!”
“Thank you, Dalton, for taking such good care of Coco every time we need you. Your patience, responsibility, and genuine care really show in how he always comes back calm and happy. I truly appreciate your dedication and the trust you give us.”
“Nicole is amazing! Our dogs were so happy and came back nice and tired. We don't have the easiest dogs and she handled them like a pro. Definitely recommend and will continue to use her!”
“Nyah is very sweet. She was accommodating to a last minute, same day request with a drop off within 2 hours. Amazing right! What a blessing We had an extremely important event the following day and our original pet plan didn’t work out Nyah opened her home and allowed 2 night boarding for our kitty Being on vacation and unfamiliar with the areas pet care Rover was my only option. This was our first time using Rover, Thankfully the site provides quality sitters like Nyah who have availability to get you out of a pinch It didn’t hurt that Nyah has a cat of her own We were excited that Coda could spend some time with a fellow feline:) She communicated well and sent updates and pics daily. I recommend this home for your pet baby needs and would use Nyah as a sitter again.”
“Kristynah is the best sitter we have ever had! She always sends the cutest updates and I never have to worry when she is watching our pup. She has been kind enough to be flexible when things have come up and she communicates extremely well. Our dog loves going here!!!”
“Stephanie has done a wonderful job with Mahomes. Mahomes and Bree got to long beautifully and Stephanie informed me every step of the way how their progress was going. I completely trust her. I am thoroughly pleased.”
“Jenn is amazing. Thank you for watching Kiyo last minute (due to family emergency). Thank you for the daily pictures. I appreciate you watching my little love bug. We’ll see you again in October!”
“Michelle was very sweet to my pups and extremely accommodating to my ever changing schedule! She took the time to ensure my Border Collie got exercise and that my senior Shitzu got plenty of comfy naps! She was also really great about sending pictures and updates. I’d absolutely recommend her!”
“Shawn was an amazing sitter! He took the time to walk me through everything I needed to know for my first time using Rover and my dog, Poppy came back so happy! Already planned my next pet sitting appointment with him for when I’m out of town next!”
“Celeste was super convenient and accommodating for us! We asked for dog boarding one day before a holiday and she was very quick to answer and was more than willing to help us out. She sent picture and video updates throughout the day. We felt safe and reassured that our dog was having fun while we were out of town. We will use Celeste anytime in the future as a dog sitter!”
“Esther took such wonderful care of our pup. He was treated as part of the family & did not want to leave when it came time for pick up. Esther sent pics & videos & kept us well informed of all the goings on. Highly recommend...even though I'd rather keep her all to ourselves.😉”
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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 Bay Island home-away-from-home, 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 Bay Island.
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.
You and your Bay Island 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 , 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 .
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.
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