Pet Boarding Richmond
Find a loving Richmond pet sitter to watch your cat or dog overnight at your sitter’s home.
Over 1,388 pet parents in Richmond have booked pet boarding
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“I’m so grateful for the amazing care my dog received! I booked very last minute and everything was handled so smoothly. I got weekly videos and quick replies to every message, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. It’s clear my dog was well looked after and happy. I would absolutely book again and highly recommend!”
“We’re so grateful for Benjamin and his family! They were amazing with Otto—very communicative, sent regular updates and photos, and made us feel completely at ease while we were away. Otto clearly had a great time. As a bonus, we had forgotten Otto’s vest and they kindly dropped it off at our home, even though we live quite far. That extra thoughtfulness really stood out. We would highly recommend Benjamin and his family to anyone looking for caring and reliable dog sitters!”
“I never thought I could find a sitters like Maaya and her partner. Charlie was in the best of hands with them during my 3 week holiday. Highly recommend to anyone looking for someone that will treat your loved one as their own. Thank you for everything ❤️”
“Trudy provided excellent care to my cat while I was away on business. She provides regular updates and really cares about the animals in her care! I was at ease while being away with Trudy’s help.”
“We had a wonderful experience. My dog was well cared for, happy, and comfortable throughout the stay. Communication was excellent, and we received regular updates, video and photos. We highly recommend this sitter who is the best one I met.”
About: I am two dogs parent like you. I totally understand how precious they are. I will take care of them just like you would do. I am a full time house wife. I am available anytime any day for your dog. I wake up 5:30 to take my dog for a walk everyday. I have a small friendly dog who is always waiting for furly friends. We do not have child at home. We have good walking areas around home for potty.
“This was the first time leaving George with a non family member. Ashleigh made us feel so comfortable and that George would be looked after. She sent pictures and updates which made us feel happy. George really enjoyed his time and I could see he was cared for and was treated like a king. Thank you and we will book again with Ashleigh, as we know she really cared for our Mr George. This was a great experience.”
“We had such a great experience leaving our dog with them in their home. She was clearly so comfortable and well loved, and we got updates that made us feel totally at ease while we were away. Millie came home happy, relaxed, and very well cared for. We’re so grateful and wouldn’t hesitate to have her stay with them again—highly recommend!”
“They are an amazing couple, they took great care of Kata!! They sent us photos and videos every day and kept us up to date with everything. Highly recommended!!! Thanks guys!!”
About: Im retired with over 10 years of hands-on experience caring for dogs. I have been devoted dog owners in the past and understand how important it is to find someone trustworthy, calm, and attentive to care for your beloved pet. At the moment, I do not have any dogs at home, which allows us to provide a quiet, stress-free, and fully focused environment for your pet’s care and comfort. Being retired means I am home most of the day, so your dog will receive plenty of attention, companionship, walks, playtime, and affection. I genuinely enjoy spending time with dogs and treat every pet as if they were our own. I am comfortable with dogs of different sizes, temperaments, and energy levels, and I am happy to follow your pet’s routine closely to ensure consistency and comfort. I also provide regular updates and photos so you can feel confident and connected while you are away. I look forward to meeting you and caring for your furry family member! Boarding fits my schedule very well. I am home most of the day, which allows me to provide consistent care, supervision, and companionship throughout the stay. Since I do not currently have any dogs at home, I can offer a calm, quiet, and stress-free environment where your pet will have our full attention. I am flexible with feeding, walking, and daily routines, and I enjoy having dogs in my home as part of my day-to-day life. Boarding works well for us as I am able to fully accommodate the dog’s needs while maintaining my normal home routine.
“Jin is an amazing sitter! She updated us multiple times a day which made us feel at ease while on vacation. Aero was happy, comfortable and clearly well loved. Highly recommend Jin if you’re looking for a reliable sitter. 🐾💗”
“Ashley and her partner were very friendly and easy going. Communicated well and my dog had a great time. They even gave me some treats and a toy that my dog really enjoyed when I went to pick up my dog at the end of the day. I highly recommend.”
“Ranah and Franki were wonderful. They took good care of our dog and were communicative during his stay. We received daily updates and they responded quickly to any messages we sent.”
“It was my very first time using Rover’s service so I was a little apprehensive. I arrived early and was still welcomed to drop off Bugz which was greatly appreciated. During the time Bugz was in the care I was fed photos of him looking very comfortable in his surroundings. Again a device that was not expected but certainly appreciated because it put my mind at ease about the care Bugz was receiving! All in all I was more than pleased with the service and care received during my initial use. I would recommend this person as a sitter or boarder and would have no reservations of using them again.”
“This was our second time leaving our pup Ares with Minh for a few days and we always have such a great experience! He’s incredibly caring and you can tell he really cares about the pups. Ares is always excited to see him and stay with him. Minh is such a nice person and would always keep us posted with pictures and videos. Thank you Minh, we will be back for sure!”
“Millie and her husband were so kind and nice. Since I don’t have a car, they kindly came all the way to my place for the meet and greet. While they were taking care of my dog, they kept me updated, and when I came early the next morning to pick her up, they had already taken her for a walk. They are very responsible and professional. I highly recommend them!”
“Braden was absolutely wonderful with our dog, Furfur. Furfur was so relaxed and comfortable with Braden. Braden was also great at communication throughout, always responsive. Highly recommended!”
“Booking with Derek, over a long weekend and with short notice, was super smooth and a great fit. The informative updates and healthy supply of photos and videos really helped us feel that Oscar was in great hands and able to adjust to our absence. Derek was communicative and very accommodating through every step of the process, and was able to handle Oscar's extra needs perfectly. We would definitely book again!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Richmond is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Richmond
I had a wonderful experience with trudy! My cat requires medication, and she handled it confidently and made sure it was given as directed, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She was kind, attentive, and kept me updated throughout the stay. It was clear she genuinely cares about the animals she looks after, and I picked up a happy, relaxed cat. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable, and trustworthy pet sitter!
Jin is a very good pet sitter ! She took great care of our senior poodle noodle while we were out of town . She also sent photos and videos of him everyday with updates of his daily routine. This was a very nice vacation for noodle and we would highly recommend her to our furry friends :)
Provider graciously agreed to have us drop off Titan at 10 pm (2 hours late) -- which helped our situation tremendously. Titan, despite separation issues, seemed comfortable and unstressed both at drop off and at pick up times. Seemed generally well taken care of and happy. Wouldn't hesitate to book another boarding with Josh. Apologies to Josh for all the shedding! It can be a full-time job to keep on top of.
Xuan was an amazing dog sitter for my Boston Terrier! She kept me updated throughout the entire stay, which gave me great peace of mind. She made sure my dog got plenty of walks and attention, and it was clear that she genuinely cared about her well-being. Xuan was responsible, attentive, and always made sure everything my dog needed was taken care of. I could tell my dog was happy and well cared for. I highly recommend Xuan to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!
Anisa was extremely responsive, flexible, and easy to communicate with throughout the process. Most importantly, it was clear that my dog was comfortable with her and had a great time while in her care! It’s always reassuring to know your dog is happy and well looked after, and I felt confident leaving him with her. I would definitely recommend her to others looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter!
Sara is a super attentive, knowledgeable and caring cat sitter. She was willing to take my cat Strudel for him first rover experience over a long weekend and provided thoughtful care and frequent video updates to me. He had his own room and ensuite to help him feel safe in a new environment. Unfortunately Strudel played hide and seek in the house with Sara near the end of the visit but was found safe and sound. Sara generously came by to drop off an item left behind after his stay. Thank you!
I appreciate Zhikun's willingness to take Luna on short notice when all of our other prospects had fallen through. I had not been aware of rover.com until a kennel owner turned us down because the notice was too short and then told me about it as an alternative. I basically signed up and made our booking that same day. Luna did lose a bit of weight but from our perspective that was a good thing because our vet. had been warning us about her being a little overweight.
Ashley and Kelvin were the absolute best!! Our dog Luca looked like he had so much fun and had the best time with their dog Charlee too. I’m an anxious pawrent but they sent us daily updates with lots of photos and always responded quickly. Honestly overall great boarding experience and we really appreciate how seamless the drop off and pick up was!
Coco looked after our pup George for a night and it all went well. Coco was very flexible and easy to communicate with, and sent various photos during the night. George seemed to settle in quickly, and even though he was only there for one night he seemed very happy when we picked him up. We'll be sure to use Coco again if we need a dog sitter.
If I could only give more than 5 stars, I would do so. Jingjing is a superb sitter! She always gives you an update about what’s happening with your pet for you not to worry. She’s very flexible and highly accommodating. She’s also very knowledgeable about taking care of pets. I would definitely leave Sasha to Jingjing’s care if I ever need a sitter again. :)
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- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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How Rover works
1. Search
Browse profiles of sitters near you who offer pet boarding2. Meet & Greet
Schedule a free in-person Meet & Greet to find the perfect fit3. Book & Pay
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Richmond
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Boarding in Richmond on Rover is $48.84 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 Pet 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 Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 2,913 sitters on Rover offering Pet Boarding across Richmond. Enter your postal code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 81% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% 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.
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 pet, 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 .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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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