Dog Boarding in Bellingham
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1. Lisa W.

“Lisa and her daughter took wonderful care of my anxious chihuahua! During Fin’s stay, they took her to the park and gave her so many snuggles! We will be booking with her again! 🩷🐾”




2. Kris G.

“Kris was AMAZING. She was so flexible, so knowledgeable and caring, and I could tell that she took the best care of Cookie! Cookie came home happily exhausted from playing at her home, and we will absolutely book a stay with Kris next time we’re in the area!!”


3. Melissa A.

“I am so happy leaving Anna with Melissa! Anna socializes with other dogs there happily, gets to hang out with Melissa’s family, and seems to enjoy the yard and attention quite a lot. She comes back happy every time! Melissa has been amazing when it comes to my early morning drop off times as well. I am so happy with the care she has provided for my dog.”


4. Carol S.

“We are so happy to have found you Carol to take care of our baby. Roger had a great time with you and Keanu. Thank you for taking great care of Roger. And loved the pictures you sent out daily. Truly appreciated it. Will call on you soon to watch Roger again. Thank you so much.”


5. Lenore K.

“Lenore and Rook hosted Roscoe while I was away for new years. She provided lots of photos and updates to let me know that he was doing well and he seemed to be very happy when I picked him up. I would have Lenore watch Roscoe again in a heartbeat!”


6. Jennifer S.

“Jennifer is a great caretaker - she provides enrichment activities, manages dog group dynamics, and sent us daily pictures. Our pup came back to us after 10 days with Jennifer healthy and happy!”


7. Cher C.

“Cher did an amazing job caring for our dog! We can't wait to book again in the future.”


8. Michelle M.

“Michelle is so caring and kind, she is the best sitter I’ve ever had. My dog Daisy usually has accidents when she stays in a new place, but she never had any accident with Michelle, Michelle and her family made her feel very safe and cared for. We will definitely book with Michelle anytime we are away!”


9. Susan H.

“Susan took wonderful care of our two pups. It was their first time being cared for outside our home, so we appreciated her daily pictures of their time with her. They came back home happy and healthy! Thanks, Susan!”


10. Ashley K.


“Letting your dog behind you they can't travel with you is always hard. We let Maya with Ashley and it was amazing. Pictures each day, small summary of their activities and a real family for the dog. Instead of thinking I was letting Maya behind in a large-scale kennel or boarding, I really gave Maya a one-week vacation with a loving family! Thanks, you Ashley for taking care of Maya so well!”




11. Trevor & Karen H.

“Trevor and Karen came through for us when our dog sitter fell through close to our trip date. They provided our Cavalier a sweet space to stay with plenty of attention and kept us in the loop with photos and updates. We really appreciated all of the effort and communication!”


12. Melissa & Ryan W.

“Melissa, Ryan and family take very good care of my schnauzer. This is my second time leaving her there and they were delightful to deal with. They seemed to treat her as their own (and they do have 2 other dogs). My dog is young but doesn’t play with other dogs, and she tells other dogs exactly that. They got along very well. Would be happy to leave my dog there again.”


13. Allyson H.

“Allyson took wonderful care of our husky girl Sierra while our family took a mini vacation. It was a huge relief knowing she was in good hands!”


14. Rachel S.

“1st time and they took great care of my 3 year old lab. He is high energy and can be a handful. They had a perfect yard for him to run and plan. He made instant friends with their dog and he had a wonderful weekend.”


15. Leslie F.

“We had a great experience with Leslie! The homemade food and treats was a major hit and our Velzy girl even got to go pick out a fun toy for herself at the pet shop. We appreciate you, all your efforts and insight Leslie.”


16. Jordan R.

“Jordan was such a great sitter to our boy, Tucker. She provided regular updates and was easy to communicate with and coordinate drop off / pick up. For the first night of Tucker’s stay, Jordan noticed he wasn’t eating his food. She communicated this concern to me and offered to try some wet food mixed in which did the trick! I appreciate her attention to Tucker. I honestly think Tucker was a little sad to come back home 🤣🐾 Thank you, Jordan for your great care!”


17. Erin W.

“Our fur baby, Ali, didn’t seem distressed or unhappy when we picked him up after spending a day at the Erin’s. Erin sent us several pictures of Ali and he seemed content and laidback, maybe a bit confused as to why he was there?. We are very satisfied with Erin and will definitely leave Ali with her again.”


18. Natalie K.

“Natalie accommodated my dog for boarding given a short notice and she sent us some pictures of our dog while we were gone! We definitely will have her taking care of our dog again!”


19. Dolly L.

“My honey and I have been using Ms. Dollys services to watch our two naughty 75 pound plus babies for a few months now. I think we have boarded our dogs a total 4 times with her. She’s always super accommodating and willing for emergency stay overs if your 4 hour drive from Oregon turns into 8 hours (life saver). Ms. Dolly handles my helicopter dog mom ways and assures me “ I got this” ( she really does) Our babies LOVE Ms. Dolly and even know her by name. They get some serious zooms when we leash up by the door and mention dolly town. Upon first arriving a few months ago I was so happy to see she has a full on kennel set up, rubber washable mats, large and heated areas to run and play on icky days. Toys, leashes you name it. We even forgot our food one time, no worries dolly had a back up that matched the very specific sweet potato and salmon diet we had going. It’s like having a family member watch your dogs but the family member is also super professional and also operates a full puppy bizniz. Upon arrival you will be asked to fill out a secondary form, shots, vet, food routine, emergency contact ect. Ms. dolly is seriously a pro. Drop off is always super emotional for us but Ms. Dolly always sends pics and videos. It seems like she hangs out with our dogs all day by how much play time they actually get. They even did a bonfire and hung out with our pups the way we would do in our backyard. Your dogs are family and it shows. Ms. Dolly has a full backyard where your dogs can run and play and party all night if they wanted. This is a serious plus for our very energetic pitbull and spaz German Sheppard. I would never choose another boarder. Thank you Ms. Dolly, we love you! - Brandon, Katy, Ghost and Ranger.”


20. Kelsey W.

“We are so grateful to have found Kelsey. Her knowledge and expertise gave us tremendous peace of mind while we were on vacation. Timber was cared for like a family member.”
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As of May 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Bellingham is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Bellingham dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $57 per night.
As of May 2025, 414 sitters provided dog boarding in Bellingham. 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 Bellingham dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Bellingham have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Bellingham.
Rover makes it easy to find Bellingham 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 414 dog boarding sitters in Bellingham on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Bellingham, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
