Dog Boarding in Brainerd
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1. Ruby H.
“Ruby was a fantastic! She was very communicative and flexible with pickup and dropoff. She took great care of our dog Piper who loved Ruby as well! Thank you very much!”
2. Chris Y.
“Luna loved staying at Chris' place. She loved all the attention and fun with other dogs, walks & hanging out with them. Would definitely recommend for your pup!”
3. Eric F.
“This is our first time using Rover. We were very impressed with Eric’s willingness to meet ahead of booking an appointment to get to know each other. He was very communicative pre, during, and post our dogs stay. He has lots of acreage for the dogs to play. Jet didn’t want to come home! We will definitely use him again.”
4. 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.”
5. grace s.
“Grace was amazing with our dog Tiny. She took Tiny on walks and even sent pictures and gave updates. Grace's dog did very well with Tiny as well. It was nice to have our minds at ease while on vacation knowing Tiny was in good hands. Definitely recommend and will book again with her.”
6. 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!!”
7. Mike & Niki G.
“There is not enough things to say about my dogs stay with Mike and Nicki. From drop off to pick up the communication was great, and I knew my dog was in good hands with all the exercise he was getting and pictures I got throughout the stay. I would recommend them to anyone and will be looking for them next time I need a dog sitter in the area!”
8. Jasmine P.
“Jasmine was fantastic! She came to meet our dogs beforehand & kept us updated while we were on a trip, including sending photos. We will definitely be requesting her again when we need our boys to be taken care of. Thank you for caring so much for our furry babies!”
9. 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.”
10. Tracy F.
“Tracy’s love for dogs knows no bounds. She has watched my pup countless times and I always know that he his wonderful hands when he’s with her. Tracy is incredibly loving and patient with dogs of all ages & breeds. Any dog would be lucky to hang out with her :)”
11. Cassandra Y.
“Cassandra is amazing with my beagle, Igor! I have had the privilege to see her interact with my dogs for the past 14+ years and they all love her. It is very comforting to know my dog is in competent hands with her, having veterinary background and two dogs herself. Could not ask for better!”
12. Kelsey B.
“Kelsey was great! She was caring and kind and kept Willie busy. She sent me lot of pictures to let me know how he was doing.”
13. Jennifer B.
“Jennifer is the real deal- a true animal person, dedicated to giving quality care to our beloved pets. My cat Timmy had never gone to someone else’s house before this- Jennifer made him feel right at home, offering a calm and loving environment that I was able to see first-hand via her amazing videos. I feel so lucky to have found this option. She will make future traveling easy and stress-free!”
14. 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!!”
15. 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!”
16. Andrew B.
“I have known Andrew my entire life - we grew up next door to each other and he has always been an avid pet lover. I owe my passion for animals and caring for them entirely to him and the love that he shows to both humans and pets alike. As a child I was terrified of dogs and once his parents got him his own Springer Spaniel named Maverick to care for and train he was kind and patient enough to work with both myself and my inherent fear of dogs as well his newly trained puppy for us to slowly get acclimated with one another and overcome my fear; it didn’t take long working with him and Maverick for my fear to transform into love and passion for dogs. I have been a life long dog owner since - I owe a lot of pup snuggles and love to him and he will always be a life long friend because of this.”
17. Danica G.
“Our dog Kona stayed with Danica’s family. They were very accommodating. Will use for future stays!”
18. Amy N.
“Amy is absolutely a wonderful sitter. She has several dogs of her own and a great area for the dogs to play and sleep. She makes sure the dogs get acquainted first before they play together. Lily had a wonderful time and we look forward using Amy’s services again!”
19. Auna M.
“Auna is my sister and we have 2 dogs, she is great with them! She is very responsible and wont let anything happen to the animals in her care. With our 2 dogs she is never not with them giving them love and attention.”
20. 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.”
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As of Apr 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Brainerd is $39 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $273. 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 Apr 2025, 26 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, 86% of Brainerd dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available 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 26 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.
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.
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