Dog Boarding in Big Lake

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Sitter Profile Image: Kristi W.
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Kristi W.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
119 reviews
33 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Kristi was wonderful with Hazel. Hazel had fun playing puzzles and going through a tunnel, she was so good with her. Kristi treated her like part of the family. It was our first time using her and we definitely will go back again. Thank you Kristi

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Sophia & Travis F.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
502 reviews
256 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Asher was so happy, and I could see that from the photos we received during his stay. I loved the communication from Sophia! She was wonderful and very accommodating, making sure Asher was comfortable and happy at all times. I especially appreciated that Sophia gave Asher time to get used to his room, instead of just shutting him in right away. Definitely 5 ? ????

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Sitter Profile Image: Karlee L.
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Karlee L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
162 reviews
48 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Big lake, MN, 55309

Our senior dog was comfortable and content. We appreciated how Karlee was flexible with our pick up time when we weren’t sure when our weekend tournament would end. We would love to use her again!

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Christina R.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
117 reviews
38 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Christina was awesome. She sent lots of pictures and looked like he was having fun every time. Our dog came home very tired. Will definitely use again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amy L.
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Amy L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
68 reviews
24 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Monticello, MN, 55362

Amy is so wonderful to work with and Rusty just adores her. Love the pictures she sends and her thoughtful notes on his status. We will continue to be return customers!

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrea B.
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Andrea B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
17 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Andrea was so amazing with our dog Jem! She sent lots of photos and updates and we could tell he was comfortable in her home. Would definitely book with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sara W.
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Sara W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
149 reviews
60 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Monticello, MN, 55362

This was my first time using Rover and Sara made everything so easy! She also helped us out in a pinch and made sure to keep us updated about the pups daily, which was above and beyond. One of my dogs has pretty bad anxiety and she seemed to warm up to Sara quickly! I will definitely be using her again.

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Cindy Y.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ostego, MN, 55301

Our family is so grateful for the care Cindy and her family gave Nala. Since we rarely leave Nala with sitters, we were initially nervous, but Cindy’s kindness put us at ease right away. After a successful meet-and-greet, Nala settled in perfectly with her dogs. ​Throughout the stay, Cindy was incredibly communicative, sending frequent photo updates regarding Nala’s eating and behavior. She was also very flexible and understanding when our return flight was delayed. Nala came home happy, healthy, and content. We will definitely be booking with Cindy again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kay E.
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Kay E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
11 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Corcoran, MN, 55340

Our dog Ellie had a great time staying with Kay. She kept us well informed of what Ellie was up to and gave her lots of attention and time outside. We got some nice pictures and videos during the stay. Thank you and we hope to have Ellie back in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Regan K.
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Regan K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
32 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Buffalo, MN, 55313

Molly had a great time again with Regan! Its nice to know that she is well taken care of and loved while I was away. She played enough that she needed a nap when she got home! Thanks again!

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Ivy A.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
11 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Becker, MN, 55308

Leila had a great time and really enjoyed some new friends to play with. Ivy kept us updated on everything and was very responsive when checked in. She made us very comfortable with her ability to take care of our geriatric pup. We'll contact her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Meghann M.
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Meghann M.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
25 repeat clients
Otsego, MN, 55330

Leila received a ton of love and I could tell she was well cared for. I would not hesitate to book Meghann again. She and her family were wonderful and took great care of my elderly Leila. I received regular updates and Meghann's communication was excellent.

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Sitter Profile Image: Enrique S.
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Enrique S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Albertville, MN, 55301

First time using Rover and Enrique exceeded our expectations! Was so responsive, sent pics, and updates throughout the day. We were so lucky to have found him, and he will be a go to in the future! He watched our very young puppy and gave her the love and attention she needed (especially being so young). Our puppy also made a new bestie with his sweet dog Buttons. Definitely gave us peace of mind knowing our new puppy was with a great family!

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Thomas R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
87 reviews
30 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Zimmerman, MN, 55398

This is our pups home away from home! We feel so comfortable sending our fur babies because we know they will be well loved and cared for! We get frequent updates and photos. Highly recommend this lovely couple for your sitting needs! 🐶😊

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Sitter Profile Image: Alicia M.
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Alicia M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
174 reviews
89 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rogers, MN, 55374

Alicia was great with our dog and loved getting updates and photos of him. He was happy when we picked him up and could tell our dog had a good experience with Alicia. We plan to use her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brenda & Alvin M.
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Brenda & Alvin M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Champlin, MN, 55316

Brenda and Alvin took such great care of our Biscuit! So good, in fact, that I hesitated to leave a review because I didn't want them to become all booked up! Great communication, timely updates, and Biscuit looked genuinely happy. 5/5 stars all around.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mayumi & Jay L.
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Mayumi & Jay L.
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$39
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4.9 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
11 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Corcoran, MN, 55340

Mayumi provided the utmost best care for my senior dog, Moose. He stayed in her home while I spent 12 days abroad, a healthy and clean environment for any pet’s care. I received daily photos and updates of my dog and she even ran out to the store get more dog food when the food I left with her ran out. I would recommend anyone to Mayumi. 10/10 Service.

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Sitter Profile Image: Meg B.
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Meg B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Meg was amazing with our Jasper! We could tell he had a great time with her and got his own little vacation while we were on ours! She was great at communicating with us and kept us updated every day on how he was doing! I was able to fully relax and put my mind at ease seeing the cute picture updates on his adventures throughout the day and knowing that he was being loved and well taken care of while we were away!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rene H.
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Rene H.
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$47
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4.9 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
10 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Buffalo, MN, 55313

Rene was terrific with my dog King. He had never been anywhere overnight before except with family members so I was a little nervous because he doesn’t do well with strangers. Rene won his confidence and mine. Thanks Rene.

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Sitter Profile Image: Shari Y.
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Shari Y.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
27 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Otsego, MN, 55374

Shari was great! She kept me updated on my boy the entire time she had him, and he had a great time! I am very pleased with his stay and highly recommend her for yours!

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Alison K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Karlee was great. Our dog can be a little anxious with new places and Karlee did a great job welcoming her. Loved the photo updates of her stay there with Karlee. Karlee's home is set up with a priority of dogs in mind and we were very pleased with everything she did to give our dog a fun place to stay while we were away. Thanks again Karlee!

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Bob S.
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Amy was great! She was very responsive & easy to book with. She watched our poodle Briggs for 5 nights and she check in with us daily with updates and pics. Would definitely book again, thank you!!

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Trey T.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Big Lake is $40

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Sitters in Big Lake average 12
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Big Lake 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 Big Lake dog boarding rates can be found as low as $27 to as high as $55 per night.

If you’re searching for a Big Lake dog boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, 364 sitters provided dog boarding in Big Lake. 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 Big Lake dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Big Lake have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 Big Lake.

Rover makes it easy to find Big Lake 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 364 dog boarding sitters in Big Lake on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Big Lake, 98% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 90% 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.