Dog Boarding in Brainerd
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“Elizabeth was awesome! Our Weimaraner had a great time and came home happy and tired out from all the playtime. Would highly recommend and hope to use her services again in the future!”
“Ruby was amazing! She made our trip so worry free while taking such great care of our Gracie girl! Walks, playtime, snuggles what more does a dog need! Thank you from the bottom of my heart Ruby!”
“We have used Chris and Ashley’s as pet sitters and now as friends. They are amazing and my two boys love them!! They get exited the minute I say their dogs name. We’ve been going to them for about a year now. No one compares 😊”
“Eric eased any worry I had that comes with getting a new sitter. He connected with me with pictures, which is the best! When I picked up my dogs they looked like they had a vacation too! I would definitely recommend!”
“Elizabeth is awesome! She was so patient and kind with my really nervous dog and went above and beyond to communicate with me and problem-solve as my pup presented her with some unforeseen challenges. I can’t imagine that there’s a better dog caregiver out there.”
“Grace was available last minute and was very accommodating. She showed a genuine interest in caring for our dog. We would definitely schedule with her again!”
About: With five years of experience, I've developed a deep understanding of dog care, gained from working at various doggie daycare and boarding facilities. I also provide home visits, walks, and host dogs in my own home. I foster for a rescue, ensuring that my personal fosters and client dogs are kept separate. I live with two cats, one of whom is very dog-friendly, and two female dogs who are more reserved, preferring interactions on their own terms. My male Pitbull, however, is very playful. All my dogs are comfortable crating overnight and when I'm at work. I can only board male dogs, or smaller, submissive female dogs under 30 pounds. I work part time I’m the summer with a varying schedule. During the school year I am a teacher. I am gone from 7:30-4 daily. When dogs visit my home they are leashed in the yard, and will probably keep a drag leash on them while they learn the boundaries of the home. I will crate and rotate if needed to give the dogs time to settle in. I can provide mealtime enrichment in the forms of snuffle mats, frozen meals fillable treat toys, puzzle treats, snuffle games etc. I have boundaries in my home when it comes to behavior and dogs will get breaks in their kennel as needed for cool down time or an overstimulation break. If a dog has structural needs or some behavioral concerns, I am happy to talk about how/if I can accommodate them in my home. We have an abundance of chew toys, stuffies, and balls for dogs to play with but we can also remove them if your dog has some resource guarding tendencies with new dogs. When doing drop ins in a client home I make sure to be non threatening when arriving and giving the dogs lots of space and time to get used to me before expecting to take them out of their crate. I would need a breakdown of the house rules and can hold the boundaries needed. For walks, I don’t want to be tugged around, so I can provide alternate tools to help the dog walk better, including but limited to; head halters, front clip harnesses, slip leads, prong collars(I am trained in how to fit and use them properly). This can all be a discussion before services are scheduled. I also prefer to meet all my clients beforehand to ensure a proper fit for my home. All of my dogs are utd on their Rabies & Distemper/Parvo vaccines as well as spayed and neutered. They receive flea and tick preventatives monthly. Any dog I take into my care will need to be utd on distemper/Parvo and rabies vaccines at a minimum. No UNspayed females. UNneutered males will be a case by case basis. They will also need to be on flea and tick preventatives as well. Preferably oral. Over the counter topicals don’t work well.
“Quinn had a blast with Jennifer! It was great to get photos & updates on how our girl was doing while we were away. She came home a happy & tired girl!”
“Luna had a wonderful time with Mike and Niki. They were very thoughtful in sending lots of pictures, flexible with out pick up and drop off times and wonderful at communicating. We will definitely be utilizing them again.”
“Andrea took great care of our dog!! She kept us up to date with pictures, videos, and check-ins! Our dog can be super shy when meeting strangers but she felt comfortable in her care. Highly recommend Andrea!!”
“Diane was so helpful taking care of our dogs during our vacation! W knew they were in good hands, got lots of exercise and were well taken care of.”
About: I am a huge dog lover<3 Caring for them is so rewarding for me. Learning their unique personalities and daily routines brings so much joy! I have cared for two Bichons for the past seventeen years. Since they both have now crossed over the rainbow bridge I am looking for a way to help others out... whether it is to take their dog for a walk during the week while they are at work or to care for them while their owners are traveling. I am mature and responsible... caring and loving your dog as much as you do. I have a special place in my heart for Senior dogs... my senior Bichon gave me so much love and caring experiences to share with others<3
About: I am working on starting my own business called Kaitlyn's Pet Sitting. I want to offer my business through Rover to get the word out there and build a client base. A little about me, I have worked in the animal care field for a very long time. I've worked in veterinary clinics and boarding facilities. I grew up on a farm and currently live on my own hobby farm with lots of land, chickens, horses and cats outside. I miss working in the animal care field caring for pets and I am looking to get back into this area of work. I have learned that dogs are more comfortable being in a home setting versus going to boarding facilities. A lot of dogs can develop stress related behaviors along with destructive behaviors from being at boarding facilities, that's why I want to offer this service to the community. I am currently working during the week Monday - Thursday 7:30am-5:00pm. But I am usually free on the weekends! I am hoping to eventually be available full time. I have a fenced in area for my dogs. My dogs are also crate trained for when I am away at work. All of my dogs love playing with other dogs! They basically grew up in a boarding facility when I used to work at one. I have a Siberian Husky, Australian Shepherd/Border Collie and 2 Chihuahuas.
About: Experienced, reliable, and loving sitter ready to spoil your pets with care and attention. I ensure they feel safe, happy, loved, and cherished every day! I work from home guaranteeing your pets will be let out multiple times a day. They’ll receive attentive care and companionship in a safe, comfortable environment. I live in a safe area with a large yard (not fenced but distanced from the road) for your pet to run around in, I have a very friendly loving 6 year old golden retriever and 10 month old golden retriever/doodle mix to keep your pet company. They love to relax, play, and he makes friends with all animals.
“Sara was great! Maya had a blast and was well taken care of. Her place is private and welcoming and I would 100% book with her again! Thank you!”
“Our dog Kona stayed with Danica’s family. They were very accommodating. Will use for future stays!”
“Enjoyed meeting Bella. She was quickly responsive to message requests and worked with us to pick up our dog earlier thsn planned. When pet sitting needed would definately use her again.”
“My pups seemed so comfortable with Jorja right away… she was so warm and welcoming. Kept in contact whenever I checked in, which was very appreciated. Would highly recommend 😊”
About: Animals have always been apart of my life growing up my parents bred English mastiff and pugs. I showed dogs in 4-H for 4 years and it really helped me amass so much knowledge. I have extensive experience with senior dogs and they hold a very special place in my heart. With us your senior will be in the best of hands. I don’t have a regular 9-5 so most of my day is spent home with the pups. I have my dogs on a specific feeding/potty schedule but I am very flexible to make your pup feel as comfortable as possible. I like to think I treat them as one of my one while keeping in mind if the owner has and rules or requests of their own.
“Samantha and family took excellent care of our German Shepherd and Yorkie, we will definitely use Samantha again, our dogs were taken care of like family. Can’t say enough good about Samantha and family”
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Elizabeth K.
“Elizabeth was awesome! Our Weimaraner had a great time and came home happy and tired out from all the playtime. Would highly recommend and hope to use her services again in the future!”
Ruby H.
“Ruby was amazing! She made our trip so worry free while taking such great care of our Gracie girl! Walks, playtime, snuggles what more does a dog need! Thank you from the bottom of my heart Ruby!”
Chris Y.
“We have used Chris and Ashley’s as pet sitters and now as friends. They are amazing and my two boys love them!! They get exited the minute I say their dogs name. We’ve been going to them for about a year now. No one compares 😊”
Eric F.Star Sitter
“Eric eased any worry I had that comes with getting a new sitter. He connected with me with pictures, which is the best! When I picked up my dogs they looked like they had a vacation too! I would definitely recommend!”
Elizabeth G.
“Elizabeth is awesome! She was so patient and kind with my really nervous dog and went above and beyond to communicate with me and problem-solve as my pup presented her with some unforeseen challenges. I can’t imagine that there’s a better dog caregiver out there.”
grace s.
“Grace was available last minute and was very accommodating. She showed a genuine interest in caring for our dog. We would definitely schedule with her again!”
Kelsey L.
About: With five years of experience, I've developed a deep understanding of dog care, gained from working at various doggie daycare and boarding facilities. I also provide home visits, walks, and host dogs in my own home. I foster for a rescue, ensuring that my personal fosters and client dogs are kept separate. I live with two cats, one of whom is very dog-friendly, and two female dogs who are more reserved, preferring interactions on their own terms. My male Pitbull, however, is very playful. All my dogs are comfortable crating overnight and when I'm at work. I can only board male dogs, or smaller, submissive female dogs under 30 pounds. I work part time I’m the summer with a varying schedule. During the school year I am a teacher. I am gone from 7:30-4 daily. When dogs visit my home they are leashed in the yard, and will probably keep a drag leash on them while they learn the boundaries of the home. I will crate and rotate if needed to give the dogs time to settle in. I can provide mealtime enrichment in the forms of snuffle mats, frozen meals fillable treat toys, puzzle treats, snuffle games etc. I have boundaries in my home when it comes to behavior and dogs will get breaks in their kennel as needed for cool down time or an overstimulation break. If a dog has structural needs or some behavioral concerns, I am happy to talk about how/if I can accommodate them in my home. We have an abundance of chew toys, stuffies, and balls for dogs to play with but we can also remove them if your dog has some resource guarding tendencies with new dogs. When doing drop ins in a client home I make sure to be non threatening when arriving and giving the dogs lots of space and time to get used to me before expecting to take them out of their crate. I would need a breakdown of the house rules and can hold the boundaries needed. For walks, I don’t want to be tugged around, so I can provide alternate tools to help the dog walk better, including but limited to; head halters, front clip harnesses, slip leads, prong collars(I am trained in how to fit and use them properly). This can all be a discussion before services are scheduled. I also prefer to meet all my clients beforehand to ensure a proper fit for my home. All of my dogs are utd on their Rabies & Distemper/Parvo vaccines as well as spayed and neutered. They receive flea and tick preventatives monthly. Any dog I take into my care will need to be utd on distemper/Parvo and rabies vaccines at a minimum. No UNspayed females. UNneutered males will be a case by case basis. They will also need to be on flea and tick preventatives as well. Preferably oral. Over the counter topicals don’t work well.
Jennifer B.
“Quinn had a blast with Jennifer! It was great to get photos & updates on how our girl was doing while we were away. She came home a happy & tired girl!”
Mike & Niki G.
“Luna had a wonderful time with Mike and Niki. They were very thoughtful in sending lots of pictures, flexible with out pick up and drop off times and wonderful at communicating. We will definitely be utilizing them again.”
Andrea H.
“Andrea took great care of our dog!! She kept us up to date with pictures, videos, and check-ins! Our dog can be super shy when meeting strangers but she felt comfortable in her care. Highly recommend Andrea!!”
Diane P.
“Diane was so helpful taking care of our dogs during our vacation! W knew they were in good hands, got lots of exercise and were well taken care of.”
Tracy F.
“Tracy takes great care of our pup when we need help with overnight sitting, walks or visiting in our home when were at work. Our dog is always excited to see her and is so tired after the walks she takes him on! She is so caring and loving with our dog - I won't leave him with anyone other than Tracy!”
Kaitlyn I.
“Kaitlyn is a great person who is wonderful with animals. She watched my parakeets for me while I was in college for a few years. I never once worried about them.”
Bailey & Patrick M.
“Bailey is a True Dog Lover/Owner...She is A Responsible and Loving Pet Caregiver. I have personally had her take care of our Dog, Brewer, and He had the Best Care/Time. I would refer her ANYTIME!!”
Sara H.
“Sara was great! Maya had a blast and was well taken care of. Her place is private and welcoming and I would 100% book with her again! Thank you!”
Danica G.
“Our dog Kona stayed with Danica’s family. They were very accommodating. Will use for future stays!”
Isabella S.
“Enjoyed meeting Bella. She was quickly responsive to message requests and worked with us to pick up our dog earlier thsn planned. When pet sitting needed would definately use her again.”
Jorja K.
“My pups seemed so comfortable with Jorja right away… she was so warm and welcoming. Kept in contact whenever I checked in, which was very appreciated. Would highly recommend 😊”
Hannah E.
About: Animals have always been apart of my life growing up my parents bred English mastiff and pugs. I showed dogs in 4-H for 4 years and it really helped me amass so much knowledge. I have extensive experience with senior dogs and they hold a very special place in my heart. With us your senior will be in the best of hands. I don’t have a regular 9-5 so most of my day is spent home with the pups. I have my dogs on a specific feeding/potty schedule but I am very flexible to make your pup feel as comfortable as possible. I like to think I treat them as one of my one while keeping in mind if the owner has and rules or requests of their own.
Samantha R.
“Samantha and family took excellent care of our German Shepherd and Yorkie, we will definitely use Samantha again, our dogs were taken care of like family. Can’t say enough good about Samantha and family”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Brainerd 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 Brainerd dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $49 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 28 sitters provided dog boarding in Brainerd. 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, 95% of Brainerd dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 21 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 Brainerd.
Rover makes it easy to find Brainerd 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 28 dog boarding sitters in Brainerd on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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.
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