Dog Boarding in Dorchester
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Top rated Dorchester dog boarders
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Luna was well taken care of during her stay with Hilary. Appreciate how flexible Hilary was and she her communication was great even sending us updates and photos. Thank you Hilary!”
“Jennifer is a reliable and excellent pet sitter! It is such a comfort to know my pup is in good hands. When my plans had to be changed quickly she was accommodating, and very helpful. Thanks Jen! Ruby had an amazing time.”
“Argento had a great time! It was so nice that you sent photos to show us how he was doing. He looked like he was smiling!! He got lots of walks and games of fetch - two of his favourite things. Thank you for taking such great care of him!”
“Sayali took great care of Frank and I was able to enjoy my time knowing he was in good hands. Her updates were very helpful and Frankie loved playing with her dogs in the backyard!”
“Bradley was the best dog sitter yet! He provided amazing updates of my sweet son and was able to care for him and all his needs! Alfred can sometimes be a handful and I feel filled with pure joy that he got along with Bradley! I would recommend him to anyone and everyone and I’m so grateful that he was able to look after him so well! Thank you so much!!”
“Carol and family was a second home to Bauer! They took great care and we knew he was well looked after all weekend. We will definitely have Carol look after Bauer in the future without hesitation. Thank you so much!”
“Lucky had an amazing time with William, his daughter and their dog- Bella. He was very relaxed and looked happy when we picked him up. We will definitely be back in the future for Lucky's care! 5 stars all the way!”
“Smita did an absolutely wonderful job. She provided multiple daily updates and pictures/videos and left me with no doubt about my dog receiving not merely excellent care but also genuine affection during his stay. I will definitely again be using Smita's services and unreservedly recommend her.”
“My dog Dolce had a blast at Claudias! She got to meet other dogs and got along with them great!! It was definitely a new experience for myself and my dog! Claudia updated me with a video and pictures while I was away🥰 this was great as I have mever been away from my dog and this helped me relax more on my vacation ☺️ I will definitely use Claudias services again for my big pooch 🐾”
“This was our first time hiring a sitter on Rover. We are extremely grateful we found Yoda. They're communication before and during the stay was perfect. We received photo updates of our dog and they handled reactivity with confidence. Having Yoda care for Penny created so much ease and we were able to fully enjoy our vacation. I highly recommend ✨”
“Sandra was wonderful with our 10 month old golden doodle. She sent lots of regular updates, pictures, and videos which eased our anxiety of leaving him alone for the first time. Would absolutely recommend her and will definitely be using her services again. Thank you, Sandra.”
“Cristina took great care of Max for a few over night stay while we're were away. She sent regukar updates and pictures. Even took him to the dog park. We are happy with her service.”
“Kasia was absolutely amazing. Our pup stayed with her for over 2 weeks and we couldn’t be happier with how she took care of Rory. We will be using Kasias service in the future for sure. Thank you again for being such a great caregiver for our dog ☺️🙏❤️”
“We don’t leave our dog too often so I always feel a bit nervous about it but we had an amazing experience with Catherine. She sent pictures and videos and I could tell Pillow felt comfortable and right at home. Thank you so much for taking such good care of our girl!”
“Trudie was great with Penelope and kept me updated with photos and texts to let me know how things were going while I was away. I could relax knowing my dog was in good hands while I was gone. I will definitely be booking Trudie again!”
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Dorchester is $45
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Sitters in Dorchester average 6 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, 289 sitters provided dog boarding in Dorchester. 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 Dorchester dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Dorchester have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Dorchester.
Rover makes it easy to find Dorchester 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 289 dog boarding sitters in Dorchester on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Dorchester, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
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