Pet Boarding Kitchener
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About: With 10 years of pet-care experience, I’ve had the opportunity to care for dogs with different personalities, ages, energy levels, and needs. I especially enjoy getting to know each dog and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their family is away. I have experience with puppies, including basic puppy training, routines, socialization, and reinforcing positive behaviours. I’m also comfortable caring for senior dogs, following special diets or routines, and administering medication when needed. I’m patient, attentive, responsible, and very observant. I pay attention to changes in a dog’s appetite, energy, mood, and behaviour and always follow their family’s instructions carefully. I know how important it is to trust someone with your pet, so I treat every dog in my care like family. I’m happy to provide regular updates, photos, walks, playtime, cuddles, and lots of individual attention. 🐶❤️ I’m home throughout the day, so pets staying with me are never left alone. I’m able to give them plenty of attention, playtime, walks, and companionship throughout the day while following their usual routine. I provide a safe, comfortable, and loving home where pets can truly feel like part of the family. I have a two-level home with a fully fenced backyard and a finished basement. Pets are welcome to stay with me throughout the day and are allowed on our couches and in the family spaces. I’m home throughout the day, so pets are never left alone during their stay. We enjoy regular walks, playtime, and plenty of relaxation and cuddles. I carefully follow each pet’s feeding schedule, routine, medication instructions, and any special needs. For dogs staying in my home, I recommend bringing a favourite toy, blanket, or familiar item from home to help them feel comfortable and settled. My goal is for every pet to feel safe, loved, and cared for as if they were part of our own family. 🐶❤️
About: Being a person who has had at least one pet beside them at any given time in life, I am an animal lover of all sizes and varieties. With over a decade's experience in pet ownership, I have cared for dogs (many different sizes/breeds), cats, bunnies, birds, and more just to list a few. My best friend is an energetic Border Collie who loves to meet new friends. I will do my best in ensuring that your pet will have the best time when they are with us. I have a lot of flexibility and am looking to lend a hand to fellow pet owners in maintaining their pets happy and healthy mental and physical states. No more destroyed furniture because your pet was bored and lonely. We look forward to meeting you and your best friend!
“Our dogs stayed with Aparna over Christmas and loved their time there. They had so much fun playing with her dog and enjoyed walks with Aparna. She was very responsive with messages and kept us updated throughout their stay. We will definitely be calling her again!”
“OMG. Valerie is so amazing!! Not only do I have a diabetic dog who requires 2 needles a day, 2 days before my booking he got an ear infection that required antibiotics and the day after he got an eye infection!!! Valerie took it all in stride and communicated with me to coordinate with my sister to get meds. AND she also had my cat. I was away for a month and she made it so easy not to worry about my fur babies. Her home is clean, modern and her own animals are obviously well cared for. Highly, highly recommend. I’d give her 10 stars if I could ☺️”
“Our pups were well cared for during their stay. They were happy to see us but not a finally you are here greeting. A good feeling ending a good experience. A wonderful relief to find a safe loving environment to leave our babies in when the need arises. Very grateful for Grace. Hoping she will be available when we need her again.”
About: I have a innate love of animals. Large or small, confident or timid, young or old, they all have a place in my heart. I am patient, adaptable and calm even when others may not be. My critical thinking skills help me to troubleshoot any situation your pet might challenge me with. I always look for a win-win outcome. Your pets walk and play time every day is an important part of their lives, and I look forward to spending my time with them. Georgia is an American Staffy that we rescued last year, at approximately 1 years old. Since then we have focused on all levels of training, including agility, to help deal with her reactivity. We have made tremendous progress over the last year with her. I am available between 7 and 6 Monday to Saturday. Sundays and holidays can also be accommodated. My flexible schedule means that I can provide care on your schedule. I know that timing and routine are important to your pet and yourself, and I am punctual and dependable. I understand how important the safety of your furry friend is to you. Should your pet join us in our home, they will have the opportunity to enjoy our fully fenced back yard during play time. During walking times, there are many lovely trails and pathways in our quiet residential neighborhood that we can enjoy together.
“I left him for a week when on vacation and will definitely leave him again. Mariella took excellent care of my dog, plenty of updates and he was very happy. he got plenty of walks and play time. she and her family definitely know how to treat a dog. Zuzu says hi BTW :)”
About: I’m an animal lover with experience caring for dogs of all breeds/sizes/energy levels. I can keep up with energetic dogs and can take them for jogs too. I’m friendly, communicative, and highly responsible. Send me a note if you have any questions! I work Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, so I’m available to walk your dog(s) in the mornings between 6:30-8am. For dogsitting, I work from home and am flexible to accommodate the dogs needs and energy levels. I am an early riser and work from home most days, so your dog would have a companion throughout the day. I can provide 2 walks per day (morning and evening) and can accommodate all energy levels. Because our backyard is partially fenced, they would need to be leashed at all times outside. I can provide potty breaks throughout the day. Right now I can only accommodate 1 dog at a time.
“It was the first time I used the sitter for my dog. We left our dog with Adam for four days. Adam is a great pet sitter! He is very friendly and communicative. I received the message about my dog every day, along with photos. My dog looked very relaxed and pleased during her stay. I highly recommend Adam for his service. I will leave my dog again with Adam whenever it is needed.”
“Shelley was an absolute heaven sent for myself and my little guy. This was the first time i had used this service and was hesitant to do so but Shelley's reviews and experience put me at ease. She really does go above and beyond for your pet and keeps in contact with updates everyday. What a great experience. Thank you so much Shelley <3”
“Michelle is a lovely, warm person who is clearly very comfortable with hosting dogs of all kinds. She was amazing with our two dogs and they came home both happy and very tired in the best way. She let them be themselves and stick to their normal routines which really gave us peace of mind while we were away, and ahe was great about keeping us updated with pictures. Would absolutely book with her again.”
“Alexandra took amazing care of our dog over the weekend and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. She kept us updated with lots of pictures and walks, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Our dog came home happy, relaxed, and clearly very well cared for. You can tell Alexandra genuinely loves animals and treats them like her own. Communication was great from start to finish, and she made the whole process feel easy and comfortable. We would absolutely trust her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring dog sitter!”
“I can’t recommend this dog sitter highly enough. From the first message, everything felt calm, organized, and genuinely caring. Our dog was treated like family: walks happened on time, updates and photos came through regularly, and we came home to a happy Dog🥰”
“Eden and Jacob take excellent care of my little girl. I get daily updates and pictures. If anything seems off with Willow, Eden checks in with me right away to make sure everything is okay. I feel at peace knowing Willow is with such great people. I can enjoy my holidays knowing Willow is happy and cared for.”
“Laura is simply the best! During our trip we would many photos and videos each day and those for sure brought us so much joy along the way! Everyone in Laura's family is super friendly and would play with Dorgan, you can simply tell that he is super happy with so many playmates around and the level of attention he gets. Also, Laura has a nice big yard which is simply a dream for most dogs and peaceful pretty neighborhood where Laura would take your dog for walks as needed. We are more than grateful that our cute little Dorgan's stay and we do feel he got a vacation too! Will for sure come back if we have travel plans in the future, thank you Laura and your family!”
“Kelso just adores his overnight stays with Breanne and her fur family (especially Lincoln). She gives him lots of love and lots of happy outdoor time. He gets excited now when we turn down her street, then races to her door. It makes it so much easier to leave him behind when we know he loves his time there.”
About: I love taking care of pups and taking them for walks. I would love to work together to provide loving care for your pets. Cannot wait to meet you! I am currently working part time and from home, so I am available to look after your pets in my free time. With 2 children off to university this year, my schedule is much freer! I would follow the pet owners' instructions and respect their home and their rules. I can transport pets to their favourite places for walks and exercise.
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Kitchener is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Kitchener
Behnaz was absolutely amazing with our very energetic dog over the weekend! She took wonderful care of him and followed all our instructions perfectly. She also kept us updated throughout his stay with detailed messages and plenty of pictures, which we really appreciated. Most importantly, our dog had such a great time with her! In fact, as we were driving away after picking him up, he was looking back at her as if he didn't want to leave. That says it all! Highly recommend Behnaz to anyone looking for someone who genuinely cares for their furry companion. Thanks so much, Behnaz!
Kindred and Winnie were so happy to see Cindy and Marc again, and made themselves right at home. Cindy and Marc always provide updates and reassurance, and I know that my babies are having a fun and caring time, giving me peace of mind. Looking forward to bringing them back again soon!
We left our pup for a day with Jayson, and he absolutely loved it! We were worried at first since leaving a young dog can be stressful, but Jayson kept our minds completely at ease. He was very accommodating with all of our requests and sent timely updates and photos throughout the day. Our pup came home happy and well-cared for. We highly recommend Jayson and will definitely use him again!
Anna Clara was very through and careful while she sat my cat. She updated me with photos & videos and whether my cat was eating or not. She was also concerned when my cat wasn't eating enough and hadn't pooped over a day. My cat is a rescue and almost never lets me pick her up Anna Clara was able to pick her up. I found her very caring and attentive towards my cat. I would definitely reach out to her for my cat in future.
My husband and I felt completely at ease leaving our sweet girl, Onyx, in Aparna’s care while we travelled out of province for the weekend. From the beginning, we felt confident that Onyx was in great hands. Aparna provided regular updates and photos throughout her stay, which we really appreciated. She was attentive, caring, and never hesitated to reach out for clarification about Onyx’s care when needed. It was clear that she genuinely wanted to make sure Onyx was comfortable and well taken care of. We would absolutely recommend Aparna to anyone in the KW region and beyond looking for someone trustworthy and caring to look after their pet. Thank you so much for giving our Onyx a wonderful “home away from home” for the weekend! ♥️
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in Kitchener is $51 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $33 and $72 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.
sitters in Kitchener have an average of 15 years of experience. Each sitter has their own unique experience and skill sets for different types of pets. You can find details of each sitter’s potential certifications and abilities, such as pet first-aid or senior pet experience, listed on their profile. Look at other pet parent reviews and repeat pet parent booking rates for an idea of their pet care exp erience.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 84% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 91% 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.
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.
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 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 tips for your first Meet & Greet.
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