Dog Boarding Halifax
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“Tara and Jason and their dog Stark were great looking after Wally. They sent lots of updates with pictures and videos. Wally got lots of walks, trips to the dog park and tummy rubs. Highly recommend them for pet sitting!”
“I’m so overprotective with Rocky so it’s always hard for me to leave him when we travel. Ben helped a lot in keeping me calm by sending us a bunch of pictures of Rocky and always kept us up to date with everything they did together! Ben is such a good sitter, I would definitely recommend Ben to care for your pups.”
“Milissa and family are wonderful caregivers. She sent me pictures and updates everyday of when we were away so I was never worried about Ollie. We really appreciate the great care they give:)!”
“Emily and her family were amazing with our Coco Bear. We were looking for a family-based home for our boy while we were in Newfoundland for our family vaca. Emily. her husband and children went above and beyond and even had a birthday party for Coco while we were away! Highly recommend Emily! 💕 Huge animal lover and it was very evident how much she loves animals. 💗 Thanks so much!”
“A really great stay for my boy! I got lots of pictures and updates throughout his visit. They were also extremely accommodating when we needed to add additional nights to our stay. Would recommend highly to friends, family and to anyone who is looking for a great place for their fur babies. Truly a home away from home.”
“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.”
“Mark, Evangeline and their family couldn't have done more to take care of our little dog. Their communication was wonderful and our dog was very happy in their care. I would highly recommend this family to look after your pet!”
“Colin was an absolute dream! Extremely personable and accommodating of all of our dog’s needs. He was very committed and engaged to providing great care for Pickles with daily activities. Thanks Colin!!!”
“Amazing dog sitter! I felt completely at ease knowing my dogs were in such caring hands. Super communicative, sent lots of sweet photos, and truly went above and beyond. Would absolutely book again!”
“We had our two dogs stay overnight with Akshata and we were extremely pleased with our experience. She replied quickly to any of my questions or concerns, updated us on how dogs settled in to her home and provided pics before I even enquired. She was also extremely amicable and flexible with our drop off of dogs. I felt reassured that our dogs’ safety and well being was taken care of during their stay! Thanks Akshata!”
“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”
“Wonderful overnight stay! Marisa took great care of Joy and Hope and kept me updated with photos and messages. They came home happy and relaxed. I highly recommend them and would happily book again!”
“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).”
“Margaret has been amazing with our little French Bulldog. I had pictures and news of him and all the activities they did together almost every day. She gave him his treatment for allergy and was monitoring his state and behavior to make sure he was feeling good. She is very knowledgeable about all dog's things ! I would absolutely recommend Margaret if you need someone to look after your furry babies !”
“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!”
“Carolina took great care of my dog, Roxy, from just the conversation to book! She helped me coordinate knowing Roxy is nervous of high energy dogs and consistently sent updates of Roxy throughout her stay. I had high confidence in Carolina to enjoy my trip and know my pup was in great hands. Will definitely be reaching out to Carolina again and highly suggest!!”
“Cooper loved his time with Renita. She is so caring and I felt really comfortable leaving him for the evening! She also sends a lot of updates throughout the day in which I really enjoyed! I will defenitely be using her again soon!!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Halifax is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Halifax
Ryan was an amazing pet sitter, and I couldn't be happier with the care he gave Leo. From the beginning, he was friendly, reliable, and genuinely caring. Leo can be energetic and a bit challenging on walks, but Ryan handled him with patience, confidence, and kindness. I truly appreciate Ryan's professionalism and dedication. I would absolutely trust him to care for Leo again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dependable, compassionate, and responsible pet sitter. Thank you, Ryan, for taking such wonderful care of Leo!
Louie was the best sitter for my dog while I was away for work , Vasu stayed with louie for 3 days , he’s a little hard to handle boi , but I appreciate her patience and love for him, while trying to make every possible accommodation to suit Vasu’s needs . She did send us regular updates and was very responsive.
Briagh was amazing right from the initial booking process to picking up the dogs. She was responsive and put our minds at ease when leaving our dogs with a sitter from rover for the first time. We were able to meet up for a quick meet and greet ahead of time so they would be ready for their first overnight away from us. Our dogs definitely were well taken care of and we got updates throughout the night with photos. We would highly recommend staying with Briagh and will use her again in the future!
They all took wonderful care of Wellington. He tends to be an anxious dog, but they were patient with him, and he was able to settle and warm up to them. He also was scared of stairs, but again, they were patient, and by the end of the weekend, he was going up and down the stairs without any issue. I would not hesitate to book in with them again!! Thank you so much!
Evan was fantastic! We needed someone to watch our dog, Kimchi, on very short notice, and he was incredibly accommodating. He was super responsive throughout the entire process and kept us updated with photos, which gave us great peace of mind. Kimchi looked so calm and comfortable with him, and it was clear she was having a great time. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely book with Evan again. Highly recommend!
Milissa was amazing with Bo and with communication. It was such a relief to know how well he was being cared for so well while we travelled for 2 weeks. He’s a big dog who has a very consistent routine so changing that can be stressful but Milissa was so attentive to his needs. If she’d have him back, we’d would be so happy to have him stay with her again.
Claire was awesome with Kody! She allowed him time and space to settle in and get comfy. From drop off to pick up, communication throughout was timely and reassuring. I am a new user of the Rover platform and app. Claire was very helpful with prompting me to have successful experience. 5 stars🌟
Layla was great! She was very responsive when I reached out to her. And my dog clearly liked her - I stopped by to walk him a few times and he was so excited to see her when I dropped him off again. Thank you for taking such good care of Blue! Will definitely be in touch when I need help again :)
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Halifax on Rover is $48.15 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 193 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Halifax. Enter your postal code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Halifax 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 Halifax
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 Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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 Trust & Safety page .
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 90% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 80% 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 set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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