Dog Boarding Gatineau
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“We could not be more grateful to have Josee take care of our pup for almost two weeks. She went above and beyond, taking her on all kinds of adventures, and sending the most thoughtful updates. It made for a stress free vacation! Highly recommend her as a sitter!”
“I’m so happy with the care Kristina provided for Gigi over the long weekend! From the start, she was reliable, communicative, and clearly experienced with pets. It gave us real peace of mind knowing Gigi was in such good hands. Kristina kept me updated regularly and went above and beyond to make sure Gigi was happy and comfortable. I highly recommend Kristina and would absolutely trust her again in the future!”
“Qianzhi was so great! She sent me regular updates and photos. My cat Lulu was not used to strange places and she made her feel so comfortable and at home. Highly recommend and would use again!”
“Miaozi was amazing with our timid and separation anxiety prone puppy! We needed a last minute sitter and got delayed on the way home and she was so welcoming and accommodating. Murphy came back happy and relaxed, like he clearly felt at home. We highly recommend :)”
“Leo and I had a great experience with Duane and Anna; he came home happy and exhausted! They have a big fenced backyard with lots of dog-friendly toys and structures. I also used Anna's grooming service and it was great! Highly recommend!”
“Yingshu and Shervin are really nice! Highly recommend! They took wonderful care of my dog and kept me updated with photos and messages throughout the stay, which gave me great peace of mind. My dog came home happy and well cared for. Reliable, kind, and easy to communicate with—I would definitely book with them again!”
“Gérald was very caring and thoughtful with our dog, and sent me regular updates. She clearly loved her time staying with them and their dog Sunny and two cats. Thank you Gerald!”
“This was our first time leaving Maya with a non family member and being a nervous dog was concerned especially as we were planning a 2 week away. We set up an initial meet and greet which immediately went well and followed by 1 overnight “test run”. In all cases Maya seemed very comfortable and Michael was attentive and provided updates. During our 2 weeks away we got daily updates and pictures and could see that Maya was doing well and in good hands. The peace of mind this gave us while away was so reassuring. We will definitely call on Michael again for our next time away with no hesitation.”
“Kailyn was great! She provided multiple updates throughout the day, which gave us great peace of mind, and she was always quick to respond to our messages. She was very friendly and made our dog feel right at home. It was clear our dog was well cared for and really enjoyed his stay with her. We will definitely be booking with Kailyn again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable, and communicative sitter!”
“Christine was wonderful with Beckham. It was so nice to receive photos to let us know he was enjoying his stay. All her comments were so encouraging and reassuring. If need be I will definitely rebook with her.”
“Sylvie was a fantastic pet sitter to Gingi! Sylvie provided updates with pictures and informed us what he was up to while exploring his temporarily new environment. We appreciate the communication and her attention to our cat. We look forward to booking with Sylvie again for Gingi.”
“Johanne was great and Axel really enjoyed playing with her dog and the other dog staying with them. He came back happy and tired. Looking forward to the next time Axel can stay with her! Thank you from us both!”
“Cathy took care of my dog, Luna, for several days, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Luna ended up having an upset stomach during her stay, and Cathy’s support was truly A+. She handled the situation calmly, responsibly, and with great care, keeping me updated so I never felt 100% worried. It’s clear she genuinely cares about the pets she looks after. I’m very grateful for her help and wouldn’t hesitate to trust her with Luna again. Highly recommended!”
“Shannon and her partner did a great job looking after our large dog. She was open to a meet and greet in advance where she asked lots of questions to understand our dog’s needs and behaviours. During his stay, we received regular updates. It clear our dog was very comfortable in Shannon’s home and we’d happily have her watch our dog again.”
“It’s always a pleasure to have Rosie dog sit our dog. She’s super easy to communicate with, and now that our dog has stayed with her a few times, we just have to drop her off and we know she’ll be taken care of like the angel she is. Rosie is hands down our favourite sitter!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gatineau is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Gatineau
Andrea was amazing for our dog over Thanksgiving weekend. Our dog has some separation anxiety and typically comes back stressed when staying away from us but she showed no signs of that this time. She was well taken care of with an update on the weekend to let us know she was doing great! Would recommend Andrea to anyone.
After some last minute and unexpected health changes with our dog June, Ryan has been a Godsend to us during our wedding week last week. We had to rushedly book with Ryan as June started having seizures and not being able to stay at her usual boarding place. Ryan was so reassuring and accommodating throughout. He was so thorough, and kind with hand off and during June's stay. We truly felt as if June was taken care of as if she was one of his own. He sent many reassuring updates and pictures. June looked so happy, healthy and calm. She looked as if she was with another family member of ours. Her prioritized June's safety and as well as our comfort during this stressful time. I could not recommend Ryan more and would rebook with him again in a heart beat!!
Je recommande fortement Justine ,superbe belle personnalité ,elle avait pris soin de mon chien comme si c’était le sien . La communication était parfaite entre nous et très accessible . Merci encore Justine je compte déjà sur votre pleine disponibilités si une occasion se représente !
I genuinely don’t know what I would have done without Abigael. I was unexpectedly separated from Winnie during an incredibly stressful situation, and from the moment Abigael stepped in, she treated Winnie as though she were her own. She went so far beyond what I ever could have expected from a dog boarder. She picked Winnie up from the airport, bought things for her, cared for her, comforted her, played with her, and most importantly, gave her so much love when I couldn’t physically be there to do it myself. She sent me updates every hour, which meant more to me than I can explain. I never had to wonder if Winnie was okay—I could see that she was safe, happy, comfortable, and being completely spoiled. Abigael also took on the responsibility of getting Winnie back to the airport and dropping her off at cargo so she could finally make the rest of her journey home to me. She handled everything with so much kindness and care during a situation that was stressful and completely unexpected. I will forever be grateful to Abigael for the kindness, patience, care, and genuine love she showed Winnie. She didn’t just look after my puppy—she loved her for me when I couldn’t be there to do it myself. That is something I will never forget. There are very few people I would trust completely with my girl, but Abigael is absolutely one of them. If you are looking for someone who will treat your dog as more than just an animal in her care, but as someone precious and deeply loved, I cannot recommend Abigael enough. Winnie was incredibly lucky to have her, and so was I. ❤️🐾
Yao and her friend were absolutely fantastic with Willow! At our arrival, they greeted us warmly and spent lots of time reassuring our nervous dog. We received regular updates and photos. Communication was wonderful! We definitely will be going back for a visit or a sleepover soon!
Jeff and his partner were absolutely amazing with our 9-month-old puppy. Great communication, very attentive to our dog’s needs, and went above and beyond to make our dog’s stay magical. Our first meeting left us feeling very comfortable and confident that our dog would have a wonderful time. We definitely recommend Jeff and his partner! :)
Francia and her family were absolutely wonderful! From the moment I met them, I felt completely at ease knowing our Golden Retriever was in such caring hands. Our girl had an amazing stay and loved spending time with their two wonderful dogs. She came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for, which means everything to us. One thing I especially appreciated was receiving photos of her every day. It was so reassuring to see how happy she was and made us feel connected while we were away. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our precious Golden. We wouldn't hesitate to book with you again and will definitely reach out the next time we need a loving home away from home for her. Highly recommended! ‐--------- ¡Francia y su familia fueron absolutamente maravillosos! Desde el momento en que los conocí, me sentí completamente tranquila dejando a nuestra Golden Retriever con ellos. Nuestra perrita pasó una estancia increíble y disfrutó muchísimo de la compañía de sus dos adorables perros. Regresó a casa feliz, relajada y claramente muy bien cuidada, lo cual significa muchísimo para nosotros. Algo que aprecié muchísimo fue recibir fotos de ella todos los días. Fue muy reconfortante verla tan feliz y saber que estaba disfrutando de su estancia. ¡Muchas gracias por cuidar tan bien de nuestra querida Golden! Sin duda volveremos a contactarlos la próxima vez que necesitemos un hogar lleno de cariño para ella. ¡Los recomendamos totalmente!
C'était la 2e fois que nous faisions garder nos 2 chiens par eux, et encore une fois tout s'est super bien passé. Nos chiens étaient très contents de les revoir, ce qui nous a tout de suite rassurés. Ils ont vraiment bien pris soin d'eux et nous avons eu l'esprit tranquille pendant notre absence.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Gatineau is $56 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $37 and $77 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 926 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across the city of Gatineau. About 93% typically respond to requests within 60 minutes.
Enter your address and booking dates to see which sitters are available near you. You can also message multiple sitters to improve your chances of finding the right care.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Gatineau home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favourite hang-out spots in your Gatineau
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our .
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they do not have any disqualifying offences.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's .
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 86% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 93% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
sitters on Rover , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
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