Pet Boarding in Richmond
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Andrea and Sergio are incredible! The communication is amazing and my Kodabear loved it there! I was very worried to leave him for boarding for the first time but they both updated me regularly, and Koda was happy and healthy ☺️ Because something came up almost a month later after this trip, I didn’t hesitate to book his stay at their home again! 10/10 I would recommend 😊”
“Tina was very flexible with my last minute booking. She was very welcoming to Copper and I when first meeting. It only took seconds for Copper to make her way in, comfortably exploring and making new friends with her dog and kids. I would definitely recommend Tina, and we will reach out to her again when in need.”
“Ranah and Franki did an amazing job watching my dog! They sent me daily updates with pictures and videos, brought him along on their outings, and were careful to follow any instructions I had left. I know Fingers had a great time with them and their dog Debu.”
“We keep choosing Delaney and Matthew and they never disappoint. We know that Leo is in great hands, and him, always being so happy to see them, is the best proof!”
“Rui took such great care of our 5 month old puppy Ellie while we were on vacation. She took the time to hand feed Ellie to slow down her eating and desensitize her from resource guarding. I can tell Ellie was well taken care of as she returned to us as a clean, happy and energetic pup!”
“Miso seemed to enjoy her time with Mimi. She was happy when we picked her up bouncing back and forth between us and mimi. I think she was well cared for and contented. Thanks again Mimi”
“Joyce was amazing with my 6 month old puppy. She took exceptional care of him and I felt super comfortable leaving him with her and would again. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Joyce.”
“Yinchun and her family took excellent care of Milky. Milky is till a young puppy. It’s the first time Milky spent nights at another household since we got him. He had a great time staying with Yinchun’s family. We got a few pictures every day. Milky looked happy and comfortable.”
“Sherry was wonderful accommodating Bisou! She kept me updated on Bisou’s adjustment to her new environment, and I was comforted knowing she would be walked per her usual schedule. I’m so glad Bisou was also able to play lots with Birdie 🐶 I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out again for dog walking/sitting/boarding, and would definitely recommend Sherry.”
“Lani, Barry, and their family provided a safe, loving, and fun environment for our boy Winston. We got lots of photo updates which we loved. Winston can be a bit restless when he is away from his home, but he had zero issues which is a huge relief to us! We look forward to booking Lani and Barry again in the summer when we go away. Highly recommend!”
“This is the second time I have left my pup, Ida with Anna. I wish I could give Anna 100 stars because she is just that great. She is so understanding and truly listens and understands Idas needs.”
About: We have many years of experience caring for dogs and have been lifelong dog owners. Our cherished dog, Peanut, was with us for 16 wonderful years before passing away in 2020. We are currently the proud owners of Ocean, a 5-year-old rescue who brings great joy to our family. Over the years, we have provided boarding services for numerous dogs, primarily while their families are away on vacation. We treat every dog in our care with the same love and attention we give our own pets—like a true member of the family. In addition to boarding, we have fostered several dogs through a local rescue organization, offering them a safe and nurturing home while they await permanent placement. Our entire family, including Ocean and our two daughters, has a deep love for dogs. We always feel a sense of loss when it's time for them to return to their families. We strive to create a calm, welcoming environment that helps ease the transition for dogs in our care—and Ocean plays a big role in helping them feel at home. I work from home full-time, five days a week, while my wife works from home one day each week. Our dog is taken on walks at least three times daily, and visiting dogs receive the same level of care and attention. Dogs are free to roam throughout our home, with a baby gate installed at the front entrance to ensure safety—particularly for those who may be flight risks. With a dog of our own and two young daughters, our home has been thoroughly dog-proofed to create a safe, secure environment. Dogs are welcome to relax wherever they feel comfortable, whether that's exploring the house or resting beside me in my home office during the workday. Our home is a two-level residence equipped with a baby gate at the top of the stairs for added safety. Dogs are welcome on our furniture and beds, though we always respect and adhere to any specific rules or preferences provided by their owners. We have a fully fenced backyard, featuring a secure double gate on one side and a locking gate on the other, ensuring a safe outdoor space for the dogs to explore. Additionally, our large, covered sundeck—also gated—offers an enclosed area upstairs where dogs can roam and relax comfortably.
“Mandy and Jacky are the best. They took very good care of my boy, provided regular feedback and treated him as their own family member. I would again go back to them. Very professional and gentle souls : )”
“We couldn’t be more pleased with Anmol and Abhinav’s pet sitting services for our dog, Nova! As nervous dog parents, we really appreciated how they went above and beyond to ensure Nova had a fun and safe time while we were away. Their dog, Bella, was the perfect playmate for Nova, and it was such a relief to know she had a companion to spend time with. Anmol and Abhinav worked wonderfully as a team, providing us with regular updates and adorable pictures of Nova’s adventures. It truly eased our minds to see her so happy and well cared for. We highly recommend Anmol and Abhinav for anyone looking for reliable, caring pet sitters!”
“I can’t say enough good things about our experience with Lily! They took amazing care of our two dogs, Bei Bei and Mei Mei, during their recent boarding stay. It’s clear that Lily has a genuine passion for dogs — right from the start, we could feel how much love and attention they give to every pet they look after. Throughout the entire stay, she kept us updated with messages, photos, and even short videos of Bei Bei and Mei Mei having fun, relaxing, and being well cared for. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our pups were in such good hands. They looked so happy and comfortable! We truly appreciate the extra effort and care. Thank you for treating our dogs like your own — we’re so lucky to have found you, and we’ll definitely be coming back next time we need a sitter!”
“I would have given more than 5 stars for Christine. Switch stayed with her for 3 weeks and he had a blast! Christine send photos and video everyday and gave us some valuable tips on caring for Switch. She went above and beyond for Switch and it is very much appreciated.”
“The best dog sitter in the WORLD !!! Ben is so lucky to have them as his “new parents”🥰🥹 They have taken care of him so well and I’m glad they’ve made a very comfortable home for him. So thank you guys so much ❤️❤️❤️”
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
andrea del rosario p.
Star Sitter
“Andrea and Sergio are incredible! The communication is amazing and my Kodabear loved it there! I was very worried to leave him for boarding for the first time but they both updated me regularly, and Koda was happy and healthy ☺️ Because something came up almost a month later after this trip, I didn’t hesitate to book his stay at their home again! 10/10 I would recommend 😊”
Maria & Jamie Y.
“Maria was amazing with Rocky and treated him like her own. Great communication and very flexible. Will definitely be having her take care of him again. Highly recommend.”
Tina T.Star Sitter
“Tina was very flexible with my last minute booking. She was very welcoming to Copper and I when first meeting. It only took seconds for Copper to make her way in, comfortably exploring and making new friends with her dog and kids. I would definitely recommend Tina, and we will reach out to her again when in need.”
Ranah & Franki C.Star Sitter
“Ranah and Franki did an amazing job watching my dog! They sent me daily updates with pictures and videos, brought him along on their outings, and were careful to follow any instructions I had left. I know Fingers had a great time with them and their dog Debu.”
Delaney & Matthew G.Star Sitter
“We keep choosing Delaney and Matthew and they never disappoint. We know that Leo is in great hands, and him, always being so happy to see them, is the best proof!”
Rui T.Star Sitter
“Rui took such great care of our 5 month old puppy Ellie while we were on vacation. She took the time to hand feed Ellie to slow down her eating and desensitize her from resource guarding. I can tell Ellie was well taken care of as she returned to us as a clean, happy and energetic pup!”
Mimi Tung Pui Y.Star Sitter
“Miso seemed to enjoy her time with Mimi. She was happy when we picked her up bouncing back and forth between us and mimi. I think she was well cared for and contented. Thanks again Mimi”
Joyce C.Star Sitter
“Joyce was amazing with my 6 month old puppy. She took exceptional care of him and I felt super comfortable leaving him with her and would again. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Joyce.”
Jacky W.
“Our rescue beagle King Louie had a great stay with Jacky. I felt great leaving him with Jacky and appreciated the regular updates. Highly recommend!”
Yinchun J.
“Yinchun and her family took excellent care of Milky. Milky is till a young puppy. It’s the first time Milky spent nights at another household since we got him. He had a great time staying with Yinchun’s family. We got a few pictures every day. Milky looked happy and comfortable.”
danqi z.Star Sitter
“Sherry was wonderful accommodating Bisou! She kept me updated on Bisou’s adjustment to her new environment, and I was comforted knowing she would be walked per her usual schedule. I’m so glad Bisou was also able to play lots with Birdie 🐶 I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out again for dog walking/sitting/boarding, and would definitely recommend Sherry.”
Lani & Barry C.Star Sitter
“Lani, Barry, and their family provided a safe, loving, and fun environment for our boy Winston. We got lots of photo updates which we loved. Winston can be a bit restless when he is away from his home, but he had zero issues which is a huge relief to us! We look forward to booking Lani and Barry again in the summer when we go away. Highly recommend!”
Anna B.Star Sitter
“This is the second time I have left my pup, Ida with Anna. I wish I could give Anna 100 stars because she is just that great. She is so understanding and truly listens and understands Idas needs.”
Darryl & Merina C.
“Darryl and Merina have cared for our dog, Luna, numerous times over the past few years. I can honestly say that Luna was treated like royalty in their home - like she was one of their family members. They have two (amazing) daughters who adored Luna, and Luna adored the attention they gave her. Luna loved roaming in their fenced backyard and we received daily photo updates and messages which we really appreciated. Darryl works from home which is an added bonus so Luna always had company. Darryl and Merina are two of the calmest, kindest, most loving pet people. I would absolutely have my dog stay with them time and time again, and I would highly recommend them to others.”
Helena C.
“Helena was super accommodating and really great at communicating with us! Our puppy had a wonderful time with her and we would definitely want her to care for our pup again”
Mandy & Jacky H.
“Mandy and Jacky are the best. They took very good care of my boy, provided regular feedback and treated him as their own family member. I would again go back to them. Very professional and gentle souls : )”
Anmol & Abhinav A.Star Sitter
“We couldn’t be more pleased with Anmol and Abhinav’s pet sitting services for our dog, Nova! As nervous dog parents, we really appreciated how they went above and beyond to ensure Nova had a fun and safe time while we were away. Their dog, Bella, was the perfect playmate for Nova, and it was such a relief to know she had a companion to spend time with. Anmol and Abhinav worked wonderfully as a team, providing us with regular updates and adorable pictures of Nova’s adventures. It truly eased our minds to see her so happy and well cared for. We highly recommend Anmol and Abhinav for anyone looking for reliable, caring pet sitters!”
Li L.
“I can’t say enough good things about our experience with Lily! They took amazing care of our two dogs, Bei Bei and Mei Mei, during their recent boarding stay. It’s clear that Lily has a genuine passion for dogs — right from the start, we could feel how much love and attention they give to every pet they look after. Throughout the entire stay, she kept us updated with messages, photos, and even short videos of Bei Bei and Mei Mei having fun, relaxing, and being well cared for. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our pups were in such good hands. They looked so happy and comfortable! We truly appreciate the extra effort and care. Thank you for treating our dogs like your own — we’re so lucky to have found you, and we’ll definitely be coming back next time we need a sitter!”
Christine G.
“I would have given more than 5 stars for Christine. Switch stayed with her for 3 weeks and he had a blast! Christine send photos and video everyday and gave us some valuable tips on caring for Switch. She went above and beyond for Switch and it is very much appreciated.”
Jin J.
“The best dog sitter in the WORLD !!! Ben is so lucky to have them as his “new parents”🥰🥹 They have taken care of him so well and I’m glad they’ve made a very comfortable home for him. So thank you guys so much ❤️❤️❤️”
Richmond pet parents share their Rover experiences
Jin does a good job on taking care of my babies they were happy every single day cause always spend time with them on outside activities also send me video of photos almost everyday to keep me updated on my babies,thanks Jin for the caring and loving to the dogs it's such an amazing experience with Jin! Will definitely come back to her if when going out of town again!!! Appreciate so much!!!
Trudy was awesome. From the beginning, she was super friendly and easygoing. We had a tour and introduction to understand the environment and arrange any schedules. Drop-off was smooth and pictures/videos were sent daily to update us on the status. Pickup was also perfect, everything was well organized. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a kind and caring sitter. Thank you Trudy : D
Always a pleasure leaving my little nugget, Ida, to stay with Anna while I travel. She is the most attentive, caring and communicative sitter! She really understands the needs of individual dogs and is always attentive of their quirks and personalities. Thank you, Anna, for all that you do! :)
Absolutely the Best Dog Sitter We Could Have Asked For! We were so lucky to find Siyu. I was incredibly nervous leaving our senior dog, Ollie, who is almost 15 and needs a lot of special care — from specific meal instructions to daily medication and general support for his elderly needs. Siyu exceeded every expectation.She cared for Ollie with such attentiveness, patience, and genuine love. Not only did she follow every detail we provided, but she also kept us completely at ease with frequent updates, including plenty of photos and videos that showed Ollie relaxed, happy, and in the best hands possible. Siyu is truly a gem — trustworthy, compassionate, and incredibly capable. I honestly don't think we could have found anyone better to care for our beloved pup. We’re beyond grateful and wouldn’t hesitate for a second to book with her again!❤️
Jodi and Mitchell were communicative and friendly. They shared daily updates of how Maya was doing and asked questions when they needed more information. They were flexible when we needed to extend the booking a bit as our plans changed before we dropped Maya off. We would be happy to leave our cat with them again.
Got it! Here’s the revised version without long dashes: Brittaney and Tommy were incredibly kind and attentive caregivers for our cat, Hazel. She can be quite shy and initially hid under the couch for a day, but thanks to their patience and gentle approach, she gradually warmed up. By the end of her stay, she seemed perfectly at home and didn’t want to leave. We’re so grateful for the love and care they showed her and would happily recommend them to anyone looking for compassionate, reliable pet sitters.
We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for our dog Roo! She was recovering from an ear infection during her stay, and they took such wonderful care of her—administering her medication, walking her daily, and making sure she got lots of playtime and cuddles. Roo came home happy, relaxed, and clearly loved. It truly felt like she was treated as part of the family. We’re so grateful for the attention, communication, and warmth, and we wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Highly recommend!
Im so happy to have found hector and Jeanette-they are always so caring and loving. Coco is always so happy to see them. They are very responsible, their doggy nacho was sick, so as a a nice gesture they decided that it wasn’t the best idea to have coco over to make sure coco didn’t get sick! Which I was happy about their honesty! Shows how much they care about the fur babies and not just to make money! Thank you so much for taking such good care of coco when I’m working away!
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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Richmond.
Rover makes it easy to find Richmond pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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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