Dog Boarding in Dartmouth

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Sitter Profile Image: Ben C.
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Ben C.
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$53
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
292 reviews
83 repeat clients
39 years of experience
Halifax / Dartmouth, NS, B3H

Ben took such great care of Toby. We received many updates and fun photos. Ben made sure Toby felt right at home and at ease. I’m sure Toby is looking forward to another stay! Thank you Ben!

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Jayne L.
Sitter Profile Image: Tara & Jason D.
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Tara & Jason D.
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B2W

Tara and Jason took such great care of our precious Ollie. I felt so comfortable knowing he was being taken care of by such a loving and caring home. We got lots of photos and updates, I would highly recommend and will be rebooking!

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Lauren M.
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Sarah B.
$45
total per night
4.8 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3J

Our Milo had a great time with Sarah. She kept us updated the whole time . Thanks sarah

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Esther A.
Sitter Profile Image: Colin R.
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Colin R.
$43
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3K

I was a little nervous leaving Casear, but Colin took such great care of him. He kept me updated with pictures, which really gave me peace of mind, and he was very flexible and easy to communicate with. I really appreciate everything he did, and I would definitely book him again in the future.

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Karen G.
Sitter Profile Image: Milissa E.
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Milissa E.
Star Sitter
$62
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3P

Milissa took such great care of our dog Polly while we were away. She was attentive, kind, and clearly experienced with dogs. We really appreciated how she kept in touch throughout, sending us regular updates and adorable photos. It gave us total peace of mind. She also noticed that Polly had some extra energy and adjusted her walks to give her a bit more time and activity—something we really appreciated. We’ll definitely be using Milissa again. Highly recommend!

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Catherine G.
Sitter Profile Image: Zenobia P.
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Zenobia P.
Star Sitter
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews
36 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B2W

Zenopia is pure gold in human form. From the moment we connected, communication flowed like a happy tail wag. She sent tons of photos and thoughtful updates, so I always knew my pup was safe, loved, and probably living their best vacation life. Treats were plentiful, attention was constant, and my dog came home relaxed and ridiculously happy. If dogs could write reviews, mine would add extra stars and a thank-you card. Highly recommend! 🐾

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Kat C.
Sitter Profile Image: Gail H.
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Gail H.
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
20 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3L

Gail and Felicity were amazing, great communication and the cutest photos, Tux was clearly relaxed and enjoying his time with them! Gail and Felicity have lots of experience/knowledge to handle all kinds of dogs and different temperaments, it was very much appreciated and I recommend highly. Thank you!

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Jill B.
Sitter Profile Image: Trish H.
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Trish H.
Star Sitter
$69
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3K

Trish is the best sitter we've ever had! We boarded Krypto for 3 days which became 4 due to unforeseen circumstances and Trish was lovely about everything. She treated Krypto like family and is our goto now. We will definitely be back and we highly recommend her services

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Sitter Profile Image: Shawna & Chris A.
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Shawna & Chris A.
Star Sitter
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B2W

We had a great experience with Shawna and family. They were very attentive, provided regular updates/pictures, and were flexible with pickup/dropoff. We were able to enjoy our vacation without the usual guilt because we knew our dog was in good hands. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Marisa B.
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Marisa B.
Star Sitter
$47
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3N

Marisa watched Ellie for me very last minute over night. I was nervous about leaving Ellie but Marisa made Ellie and I feel very comfortable. Ellie was very happy and looked really content in the lovely photo’s and updates Marisa provided while Ellie was in her care. When I picked Ellie up she was very happy and grounded. Your pup will enjoy their stay at this loving, kind home and you will have a feeling of confidence when you drop your pup off and meet Marisa. I will use Marisa again without hesitation and I would recommend Marisa 110%.

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Sitter Profile Image: Evan L.
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Evan L.
$50
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3H

About: I've had a dog since I was 12 years old I appreciate how important dogs are to their owners. Every dog deserves to feel their best. I am a student and off for the summer so I have plenty of time to fit my schedule around you and your little ones needs. I have a fenced in yard with plenty of room for playing around. There's also lots of space indoors where your pet can relax on a comfy couch.

Sitter Profile Image: Emily W.
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Emily W.
Star Sitter
$44
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
107 reviews
30 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3N

Emily was an amazing pet sitter for Joy and Hope! From start to finish, she was professional, reliable, and very caring. Joy and Hope were happy, comfortable, and clearly well looked after while we were away. Emily kept us updated with regular messages and photos, which gave us great peace of mind. It’s obvious she genuinely loves animals and treats them like her own. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again and highly recommend Emily to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter. 🐾💛

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Youri C.
Sitter Profile Image: Natasha B.
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Natasha B.
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3J

Natasha and her husband took excellent care of my puppy while I was out of province for a few days. They followed my instructions thoroughly and took great pride in providing pictures daily. I will definitely book with them again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Renita Joyce J.
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Renita Joyce J.
Star Sitter
$50
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Hatchet Lake, NS, B3T

My dog Rupert had a wonderful time staying with Renita, I couldn’t recommend her more! She asked very thoughtful questions about his needs and preferences which demonstrated great knowledge and comfort working with dogs of all kinds! But most of all I could tell that Rupert was very well loved. This was in the way she spoke about and interacted with him — he was instantly comfortable in her care. I loved that Renita provided photo updates throughout the day so that we could stay in contact and I never felt that far away. Will rebook in a heartbeat 💗🐶

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Siobhan W.
Sitter Profile Image: Audrey D.
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Audrey D.
Star Sitter
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Beaver Bank, NS, B2G

Tigmi had a great time with Audrey. 5-star review all the way. Tigmi had a great time with her dogs and Audrey kept me abreast of all the fun the pooches were having. Thanks Audrey, much appreciated.

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Don M.
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Jennifer N.
Star Sitter
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Fall River, NS, B2T

Jennifer and family were simply amazing. They treated Willow like one of their own. I highly recommend her and will definitely use her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Louise M.
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Louise M.
$39
total per night
20 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y

About: An experienced dog parent and pet carer offering loving home-from-home care in spacious quarters. Skilled in training and grooming, caring for dogs (and cats) with regular supervision and plenty of love, attention, companionship and reassurance throughout the day. Bonus: Grooming offered! Even for fussy dogs... Whether your pup needs a fresh trim, a long stretch of the legs, or a cozy home-away-from-home, I’ve got them covered. Reliable, local, and truly dog-obsessed Pet care is a natural part of my everyday routine. I’m home throughout the day, which allows me to provide consistent attention and supervision. Pets in my care enjoy regular opportunities for bathroom breaks, as well as a daily afternoon walk of about 60 minutes to keep them active and engaged. In the evenings, they’re included in family time, ensuring they receive plenty of companionship, comfort, and affection. I tailor my pet care to each pet’s individual needs and the specific service requested. In my home, pets are treated like part of the family, with a safe, comfortable and spacious environment to explore, regular toilet breaks, daily exercise, and plenty of attention and affection. I maintain their usual routines as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and any special care instructions with emphasis on keeping their routine consistent and as stress-free as possible in the new environment

Sitter Profile Image: Vanessa M.
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Vanessa M.
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Herring Cove, NS, B3V

Vanessa was so welcoming, and within moments of meeting her I felt comfortable and trusted her with my pup! Her and her girls did a fantastic job taking care of my puppy and I can’t wait to send her back!

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Morgan B.
Sitter Profile Image: Jiaxin S.
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Jiaxin S.
$50
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3K

Jiaxin was amazing bcoz she didn't mind me checking on my cat couple of times a day as she was sending me pics and videos of Gracie eating and playing and that made me feel really relaxed..

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Mamta B.
Sitter Profile Image: Kara W.
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Kara W.
Star Sitter
$50
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
31 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3S

Kara was amazing! I was concerned about leaving Maggie with someone she didn’t know, but Kara’s relaxed demeanour was great with both Maggie and me! I will gladly leave Maggie with with Kara again.

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Wendy R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing dog sitter, Mabel loves staying with Thiago and Nicole. They’re flexible and great with dogs. Your pets will love it here.

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Robin C S.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Natasha and her husband took excellent care of my puppy while I was out of province for a few days. They followed my instructions thoroughly and took great pride in providing pictures daily. I will definitely book with them again.

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Simone S.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly was terrific with my dog Hippo. He stayed overnight for several days and she took excellent care of him. She was an excellent communicator. She took him on walks and adventures, above and beyond. She even took my pet sitting request on short notice when my original Rover sitter cancelled last minute. Finding her was our lucky day! Highly recommend Kelly (and Patrick).

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Renee G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly really looked after our dog so well. Derry had so much fun playing with her two dogs. Kelly kept us updated with pictures which was really appreciated. We would not hesitate in booking again.

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Niamh C.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Molly was awesome and easy to work with! Her and Rascal (my dog) became quick buddies. Molly was always punctual, kind, and a great communicator when sorting out details. Hoping to have her stay with Rascal again!

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Lorelei D.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

I was a little nervous leaving Casear, but Colin took such great care of him. He kept me updated with pictures, which really gave me peace of mind, and he was very flexible and easy to communicate with. I really appreciate everything he did, and I would definitely book him again in the future.

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Karen G.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

My dog had his first sleepover ever with Gail and Felicity. They were great to send updates and he was well cared for!

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Abbey M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria was extremely accommodating and adjusted well with the schedule of my recovery from surgery. She updated me with pictures as well. I would highly recommend her to anyone and will use her in the future.

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Russell P.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

We had such a fantastic experience with Milissa. From the start, she made us feel completely at ease leaving Teddy our cocker spaniel with her. She provided daily updates that were thoughtful and reassuring, and it was so nice to see how happy and well cared for he was while we were away. He got out for walks every day on the local trails in the nearby park, which he absolutely loved. She also handled his daily medication seamlessly, which was a huge relief for us. It’s clear she is attentive, responsible, and genuinely cares about the dogs she looks after. We came home to a happy, relaxed dog and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone. We’ll definitely be booking with her again!

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Amanda R.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lianne always goes above and beyond looking after our reactive dog. We never have to stress about him when he is with Lianne. I strongly recommend her to take care of your furry friends!

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Emily G.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Dana was great. She followed all of our instructions and max seemed very happy and content after his visit. She took him for walks and updated us daily.

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Mikayla B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Again, Toby had a great time with Norma and company and Norma above and beyond in her care for him and always great communication!

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Lynette F.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Great experience! We reached out to Claire on short notice before an overnight trip. Not only was she able to take both our dogs, but she was very friendly, sent updates, and was very accommodating of our needs. Her space is excellent and very dog-friendly. Would absolutely book again!

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Keith L.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Josie took wonderful care of our boy. We were able to fully enjoy our time away knowing she was looking after him. He was obviously very comfortable with her, and he is not that way with everyone. We would definitely recommend Josie.

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Melissa M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lana can be a reactive handful, but she had lots of fun with David and Calvin. We appreciate David looking after her and Calvin playing with her!

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Sarah M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

We left our dog Flurry with Carolina for a week, and we're thrilled with her! She sent us lots of pictures of what Flurry got up to over the week, from their walks together to hanging out. From what we could tell, Flurry was very happy, he got lots of walks, and was very well taken care of. The best evidence of this? When I picked Flurry up, he was happy to see me--but he was not in a hurry to leave! He seemed very happy, and likely made a new friend with Carolina's dog, who is very friendly. We'd recommend her to anyone, and will definitely get in touch with her again when we need a dog sitter we can rely on. Thanks again, Carolina!

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Brad D.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Trish is the best sitter we've ever had! We boarded Krypto for 3 days which became 4 due to unforeseen circumstances and Trish was lovely about everything. She treated Krypto like family and is our goto now. We will definitely be back and we highly recommend her services

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Raph
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Danielle did a great job with our dog. She was quick to respond to messages and sent us updates and pictures. Our dog was well taken care of.

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Philippe A.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

I was hesitant to leave Libby, our German Shepherd for 10 days with someone new, but I really felt comfortable leaving her with Reilly. Just felt that she was trustworthy and really loves animals. Libby got alot of attention from Reilly; alot of exercise which she needs. We got pictures while we were away which was nice, and Reilly was very responsive. So we could be on vacation knowing everything was all good. Thanks!

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Mustafa A.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Katerina was absolutely amazing with our Mocha they kept me updated with messages and photos. This was the first time we ever left Mocha and we felt very comfortable doing so we would definitely choose Katerina the next and we highly recommend her Mocha had the best care and we r truly thankful we found her

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Gina J.
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As of May 2026, 221 sitters provided dog boarding in Dartmouth. 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.

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Sitters who provide dog boarding in Dartmouth have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Dartmouth.

Rover makes it easy to find Dartmouth 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:

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There are 221 dog boarding sitters in Dartmouth on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Dartmouth, 80% of sitters offer daily exercise, 90% 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.