Dog Boarding in Nanaimo
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“Truffle had such a wonderful experience and was so well cared for! He came back in such a good mood and definitely picked up some wisdom from the two elderly doggos! Thank you Amy and Ellie! :)”
“Ollie was very well taken care of by Lindsey and her family. The kids are so sweet and told us that they didn’t want him to leave. Lindsey was very welcoming and had Ollie meet their friendly two dogs before we left. It’s good to be able to leave and not have to worry! Lindsey was very helpful with arrangements to drop him off earlier. We will book him with Lindsey again.”
“Shawneen is wonderful. She is our go-to sitter. She always sends updates to ensure us our pups are in good hands and is very flexible with drop off and pick up times. Thank you Shawneen!!”
“Haley and Mark were a treat to deal with. They were positive and responsive to all our questions, and kept us posted daily on how our pups were doing. They have a great yard for dogs, plenty of room to run and play, and it's well fenced. Very secure. Their dog Nova was a hit with our young lab cross. All in all a great experience.”
“As always, Lauren is amazing with Milanesa. She is so happy staying with her and her family. Milanesa has so much fun and feels very loved every time she stays with Lauren. We will definitely repeat next time.”
“Yuet continues to be amazing every time she sits for me. I think the highest praise I can provide is the fact that my dog Odin gets super excited when he realizes he is going to stay with Yuet.”
“Sara was amazing! She kept me updated with plenty of messages and pictures. My dog was happy and tired after the visit, which is always a great sign. I would definitely recommend Sara and will be booking her again in the future.”
“We feel very lucky to have found Kelly and Natalie to watch after our dear pup Niko. Niko hadn't spent a night away from home before when we found ourselves looking for care. Kelly and Natalie were recommended to us from a man and his puppy we met at a dog park. When we met Kelly to drop off Niko for his first sleepover, Kelly was terrific. She made sure both us and Niko were very comfortable before we headed out. While caring for Niko, we received many pictures from Kelly and Natalie to keep us updated on Niko's adventures. That definitely helped putting us at ease as we could see how much fun he was having going on hikes, beach walks, and finally snuggling in the evening. We will 100% continue to engage Kelly and Natalie to look after Niko and highly recommend to all dog owners looking for loving care while they are away.”
“Gracie had the best 10 days with Antonia, Jordon and family! She was welcomed and treated as a core part of the family during her stay, received excellent care as well as lots of love and attention. Communication was excellent and updates and pictures were regularly provided. We were out of the province and loved the peace of mind we had for her care. Many thanks to all of you for making it a great experience for her and worry-free for us, as she hadn't boarded for a while and is getting older. She definitely wants to go back!”
“Maggie was with Terry for a week and I usually worry because she is anxious around new people and being left but what a time she had! She seemed like she didn’t want to come home when I went to pick her up. She had lots of walks and off leash park time and playing in the yard; lots of cuddle time it seems. She even took to Jim, Terry’s husband right away- not one bark. It was an awesome experience for both of us. Thank you Terry for taking such great care of our Maggie ❤️ we’ll be back soon!”
“So glad we found Kim. She is such a lovely person and you can tell she really loves dogs. Kim provided me with lots of updates while I was away so I knew the dogs were having fun and getting lots of exercise. Thanks Kim!”
“We felt so lucky to find these folks during a last minute shuffle of our plans for pet care for our dog, Maxwell. We were overwhelmed, running out of time, and stressed for our high energy breed. It was our first experience with a pet sitter and with Rover - and we were so happy with Coraline. We had a chance to meet and have a long discussion about our dog’s needs, and her calm reassuring energy helped us make a really good decision. Max had a great time, and from what I can tell he came home calmer & more grounded than when we left him (and of course we returned calmer!) it really felt like I got a better dog when I came home. We are super happy to have someone Max really enjoys being with if we ever find ourselves taking another trip without him!”
“My dog Odis was well taken care of. When we came back after 2 weeks he was very happy and healthy. He became part of their family and fit in very well. Thank you so much for taking such good care of him.”
“Tiffany was absolutely amazing! She accepted a rather long visit on very short notice and was so kind, understanding, and accommodating throughout the entire process. Finley had such a great time with her and came back happy and comfortable. It’s clear she genuinely cares about the animals she looks after. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!”
“Leaving Basil with Marcy was our first experience with Rover and it was excellent! Marcy was very accommodating of changes in our schedule and made sure that Basil had a great time during his stay. Videos and photos of his escapades were a bonus We will definitely be booking with Marcy again soon!”
“Jessica was great with Kira! I felt confident in leaving her there, she was very quick in responding and Kira was happy after a couple of days with Jessica. Its great she has a fenced yard where dogs can roam around safely.”
“Our 11 year old, Jinx, boarded with Joanne shortly after losing her bonded brother. Within 24hrs, she was relaxed and having fun with her new routine. Joanne is clearly fabulous with dogs and we expect Jinx will 'go on vacation' many more times. Thank you Joanne! 💕”
“Tyler was amazing. Kita loved her time with him, as evidenced by all the wonderful photos we received of her stay. Would highly recommend Tyler and Kita will be visiting him again soon.”
“Sunny & Cole stayed with Susan & Robin for 9 nights. We were nervous finding new sitters for them as they haven’t stayed with anyone in a while. We were thrilled with everything. They were so happy when we picked them up it was clear they were very well cared for and loved. We will 100% use Susan and Robin again they are wonderful people and took the best care of our puppers:)”
Over 1,264 pet parents in Nanaimo have booked dog boarding
Nanaimo dog parents share their Rover experiences
Tiffany was absolutely amazing! She accepted a rather long visit on very short notice and was so kind, understanding, and accommodating throughout the entire process. Finley had such a great time with her and came back happy and comfortable. It’s clear she genuinely cares about the animals she looks after. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!
Rebecca is amazing! Frankie stayed with Rebecca and her pack for 2 nights and she treated him like one of her own. Walks in the woods, lots of cuddles and he even got to sleep on the bed with her and her dogs Hunter and Todd. I had no worries that our Frankie was in good hands. He came home happy, tired and well cared for.
Wow….Jadyn is by far the best puppy sitter we have ever had. She treated our guy like her own and he was spoiled with hikes and walks almost daily….he is probably wishing he could go back! We are so grateful and were so comfortable leaving Opie in her care. She made things easy with top notch communication as well as the daily photos opportunities. Thanks Jadyn…..we will be calling you again!
Our 11 year old, Jinx, boarded with Joanne shortly after losing her bonded brother. Within 24hrs, she was relaxed and having fun with her new routine. Joanne is clearly fabulous with dogs and we expect Jinx will 'go on vacation' many more times. Thank you Joanne! 💕
My dog Penny had an amazing stay with Kim! I received lots of updates to let me know how my dog was doing and Penny thrived in such a loving and warm environment. I will 1000% be booking Kim again for my next trip- it is so great to have such peace of mind while away!
Jessica was great. Her and Bruno got along awesome right away during the meet and greet and he didnt want to leave. I got updates and pics everyday. Bruno looked like he a great time playing with other fury friends and lots of walks. Very caring professional and Id highly recommend.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Nanaimo is $55
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Sitters in Nanaimo average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Nanaimo is $55 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $385. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Nanaimo dog boarding rates can be found as low as $33 to as high as $71 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 95 sitters provided dog boarding in Nanaimo. 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, 96% of Nanaimo dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Nanaimo.
Rover makes it easy to find Nanaimo 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 95 dog boarding sitters in Nanaimo on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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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