Dog Boarding in St. John's
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“Excellent care! During our one week vacation we never felt nervous or concerned. Daily updates with pictures were very much appreciated. Would highly recommend!”
“Really nice sitters! They also have a pup who got along really well with ours. Nirali kept us updated with pictures and videos of our dog which was reassuring. Would definitely book with them again.”
“Tasha is a awesome sitter. I felt so at ease while on vacation. Tasha would check in everyday to let me know how my babies were doing. I will definitely be using her services again and would recommend her 110%. I received lots of pictures from her and from them I could tell my babes were very happy! ??from Nitro and Nixon!”
“Dozer was well cared for by Alex and Lori. They sent lots of pictures which was lovely. They treated him like one of their own dogs with lots of activity and cuddles. He is a high energy dog who needs lots of affection which they were happy to accommodate! I hope they are available the next time I need care for Dozer.”
“Thanks so much for taking care of our pups during the holiday. I will not hesitate te recommend or use your service again! Happy new year!”
“Jessica and Anthony were amazing and went above and beyond. They provided updates and pictures regularly, letting us know that our dog was being well looked after. We felt so comfortable leaving our Bernese mountain dog with them and Maddy absolutely loved being at their house. I would recommend them to anyone and would definitely use their services in the future!”
“Bruin had a wonderful time with Chantelle and her family. Chantelle kept in contact with us, sending us updates and pictures 😊 I will certainly book Chantelle again! Thanks for everything!”
“Maggie took care of our Australian shepherd, Jersey, while we were out of town on vacation. She was so kind and took such good care of our girl, bringing her for walks frequently, Sent lots of photos and updates. Highly recommend.”
“Penny and Leonard spent a month with Denise and Gary and I was so comforted by all the pics and videos of the fun and cuddles they had while I was away.. highly recommend!”
“Melanie took care of my dog Pickle over the weekend and she absolutely did a fabulous job. Plenty of update with pics and videos throughout the stay. Pickle obviously had a great time with Melanie and her family. Will definitely go back to Melanie again. Thank you 😊”
“Ryan was communicative and sent lots of pictures!”
“We could not have chosen better care for Zoe. Leslie has our recommendation!”
About: With a lifetime of dog care experience, I bring a calm, confident, and loving approach to every pup I meet. I’ve grown up surrounded by dogs, including my family’s 13-year-old senior and my own energetic 1.5 year old Portuguese Water dog, so I’m equally comfortable with playful puppies and wise old souls. I’ve been the go-to dog sitter for friends and family for as long as I can remember, and I treat every pet like they’re my own: with patience, affection, and a whole lot of belly rubs. Whether your dog needs a fun walk, a cozy companion, or just someone who truly gets them, I’m here to help tails wag. I work full-time during the week, but caring for dogs is something I always make time for! I’m available for walks and dog-sitting in the evenings and on weekends, and I can also swing by for check-ins throughout the day—including during my lunch break. Whether your pup needs a quick potty break, some midday company, or a weekend playdate, I’m here to make sure they feel happy and cared for 🐾 Your pup’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I offer a secure and enriching space for them to feel right at home. My property features a fully fenced 190 square meter backyard, plenty of room for zoomies, sunbathing, and outdoor play without any risk of escape. Inside, your pet will also have the company of my 1.5 year old Portuguese Water Dog, who’s playful, friendly, and great with other dogs. Whether it’s a weekend sleepover or an afternoon hangout, your furry friend will be in a clean, secure, and social environment designed with their happiness in mind 🐶🌿
About: Fear Free Certified – trained to reduce stress and anxiety in pets during care A member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) Currently completing CBATI-KA certification through the Grisha Stewart Academy, focused on behaviour modification and force-free training methods My experience spans from young puppies and kittens to senior pets, and I’m confident caring for animals with special medical or behavioural needs. My goal is always to ensure each pet feels safe, comfortable, and respected while in my care. I am a nurse at a local vet clinic so my availability varies daily, please message to book or take a look at my schedule for this week. 🐾 Nicole is a pet care and training professional based in Paradise. As a veterinary nurse, she brings a compassionate, science-based approach to pet training and care. Nicole is Fear Free certified, a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants , and is currently pursuing her certification in Behaviour Adjustment Training through the Grisha Stewart Academy. Her passion lies in helping pets be confident, fulfilled, and well mannered to thrive in their homes and communities. At home, Nicole lives with her 9-year-old daughter, who is actively involved in CKC Junior Handling and shares her deep love for animals. Their family includes Chiyo and Matcha the cats, Kira the Alaskan Malamute, Peanut Butter the Pug puppy, and Lore the Dart Frog. Life with this crew inspires Nicole’s work every day and deepens her commitment to compassionate, hands-on care.
About: Im a flexible young family oriented professional who works from home. I have a 1.5 year old Bernese poodle mix that loves other dogs! I've owned dogs for years and love keeping them active and happy with different forms of canine enrichment, play time, walks, and training with clickers and without. I live in the downtown region and usually walk between downtown and bowring park along the Waterford river trail -- I'm a short walk away from multiple dog parks. My home has a fenced in back yard and there's lots of space for your pups to roam! Plenty of experience with caring for both high energy puppies and senior dogs. My home has a small dog friendly cat, two children, and a high energy poodle mix.
“Elena took care of our 7 month old pup, Molly, while we were on vacation for a week. She was phenomenal! Extremely attentive, professional and accommodating, She sent us pictures throughout the week, including one from when she took Molly to meet Santa at PetSmart. When we picked Molly up, she was relaxed and happy. We will definitely be asking Elena to watch her next time we have a need.”
“Hallie is awesome. She dropped in and let The Tao out every time that i requested. She took The Great Tao into her home overnight and he really loves being around her. You can tell that she is great energy and very good with animals. Highly recommend her services. Thank you, Hallie.”
About: I have a lifetime of experience when it comes to dogs and have grown up around them my whole life. I was raised by parents that worked with animals and learned a lot about how to care and connect with them. Iam able to administer medications and attend to dogs of any age including puppies. When my husband and I got a dog of our own for the first time our hearts became even more full with love for animals Wich is something I didn’t think possible. Being a dog mom to a loving happy and goofy dog like Bodhi has changed my life. He is truly the heart of our home and caring for him is so fulfilling. Welcoming your dog in our home will just be another incredible addition where we can share our love for animals and care for them like they are our own. I am an artist currently working from home so I am incredibly flexible when it comes to dog care. I have tons of time for play and walks and cuddles so your pet will get lots of attention. On weekends my husband and I go hiking when the weather is good and love to take Bodhi for the nature and exercise, we love to be outside. I live in a great ground floor condo with a walkout porch and a front lawn, right next to me there is a yard with a fence separating us from any traffic or stores. There is lots of room for play and fun and makes potty breaks convenient and easy :) My neighbours are all dog lovers as well and welcome all new furry friends with loving arms. I live only 2 minutes away from Bowring park and go there everyday for a huge walk with Bodhi living close is such a blessing cause he loves the park. As most dogs do, it’s a great place to walk them and let them explore. So you can count on your dog getting a nice big walk in during the day :) Bodhi is a super loving and playful dog who loves other dogs and playing so you know your dog will have a best friend when they stay with us. Dogs are welcome in the bed, on the couch and anywhere in our home. They are family and are treated as such :)
About: I was raised around animals, so from an early age I learned how to care for them, including dogs and puppies. I have monitored a yelping momma dog and looked after her and her pups, as well as many other puppies and dogs of various breeds and ages. I love animals, so it's not a job to me, it's an enjoyable hobby. 😊 I currently work part-time, so I have a lot of availability and time to look after your pupper! Any chance I get to spend time with a dog makes my day, so I'm happy to do whatever is necessary. I'm happy to care for your pet in their own home where they are most comfortable. I have plenty of experience caring for pets, as well as house-sitting. I'm very flexible, so I'm happy to do whatever is required for your pet.
“Amrita was so sweet and gave lots of updates about Alma. She was patient with her when she was anxious and barking for the first bit after I left. I will definitely be booking with Amrit next time I need a sitter <3”
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Rayna C.
“Excellent care! During our one week vacation we never felt nervous or concerned. Daily updates with pictures were very much appreciated. Would highly recommend!”
Nirali P.Star Sitter
“Really nice sitters! They also have a pup who got along really well with ours. Nirali kept us updated with pictures and videos of our dog which was reassuring. Would definitely book with them again.”
Tasha P.
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“Tasha is a awesome sitter. I felt so at ease while on vacation. Tasha would check in everyday to let me know how my babies were doing. I will definitely be using her services again and would recommend her 110%. I received lots of pictures from her and from them I could tell my babes were very happy! ??from Nitro and Nixon!”
Alex & Lori G.Star Sitter
“Dozer was well cared for by Alex and Lori. They sent lots of pictures which was lovely. They treated him like one of their own dogs with lots of activity and cuddles. He is a high energy dog who needs lots of affection which they were happy to accommodate! I hope they are available the next time I need care for Dozer.”
Katarina & Shane R.Star Sitter
“Thanks so much for taking care of our pups during the holiday. I will not hesitate te recommend or use your service again! Happy new year!”
Jessica & Anthony N.Star Sitter
“Jessica and Anthony were amazing and went above and beyond. They provided updates and pictures regularly, letting us know that our dog was being well looked after. We felt so comfortable leaving our Bernese mountain dog with them and Maddy absolutely loved being at their house. I would recommend them to anyone and would definitely use their services in the future!”
Chantelle M.Star Sitter
“Bruin had a wonderful time with Chantelle and her family. Chantelle kept in contact with us, sending us updates and pictures 😊 I will certainly book Chantelle again! Thanks for everything!”
Maggie C.Star Sitter
“Maggie took care of our Australian shepherd, Jersey, while we were out of town on vacation. She was so kind and took such good care of our girl, bringing her for walks frequently, Sent lots of photos and updates. Highly recommend.”
Denise & Gary L.Star Sitter
“Penny and Leonard spent a month with Denise and Gary and I was so comforted by all the pics and videos of the fun and cuddles they had while I was away.. highly recommend!”
Melanie Y.
“Melanie took care of my dog Pickle over the weekend and she absolutely did a fabulous job. Plenty of update with pics and videos throughout the stay. Pickle obviously had a great time with Melanie and her family. Will definitely go back to Melanie again. Thank you 😊”
Ryan H.
“Ryan was communicative and sent lots of pictures!”
Leslie E.
“We could not have chosen better care for Zoe. Leslie has our recommendation!”
Chantel F.
“I've known Chantel since she was a kid, and she always had a soft spot for dogs. So when she offered to look after our pup while we were out of town, I didn’t think twice. She did a great job, kept him fed, walked, and happy. Sent us the occasional goofy picture too, which was nice. Honestly, she’s just one of those people dogs seem to trust instantly. If you need someone solid to watch your dog, she’s it.”
Nicole H.
“Nicole is the absolute best of the best when it comes to handling dogs. She has been my rock and my guide thru caring for my recently adopted Labrador Husky Mix puppy. She has, time and time again, helped ease so many of my anxieties and has saved me so many unnecessary visits to the vet, over the course of the past 8 or 9 months, it's unbelievable. Her knowledge and understanding is matched only by her love and compassion for animals. I am very particular and very skeptical when it comes to pet care, Nicole's opinion is the only opinion I truly trust. Whenever Toki has an upset tummy or is acting weird I tell him that I have to call his doctor and then message Nicole right away. He had hot spots over the winter. I tried so many online remedies, to no avail. Right when I was about to give up, I reached out to Nicole. She recommended a brand of antiseptic cream and we haven't had any issues with it since. I can not express how grateful I am for Nicole and her knowledge and experience. Me and Toki would be truly lost without her!”
Jamie L.
“Jamie is great! Super reliable, professional and physically active, and loves animals. She's in the downtown area and has house-sit for me before and watched my cats. Very trustworthy and reliable.”
Elena K.
“Elena took care of our 7 month old pup, Molly, while we were on vacation for a week. She was phenomenal! Extremely attentive, professional and accommodating, She sent us pictures throughout the week, including one from when she took Molly to meet Santa at PetSmart. When we picked Molly up, she was relaxed and happy. We will definitely be asking Elena to watch her next time we have a need.”
Hallie M.
“Hallie is awesome. She dropped in and let The Tao out every time that i requested. She took The Great Tao into her home overnight and he really loves being around her. You can tell that she is great energy and very good with animals. Highly recommend her services. Thank you, Hallie.”
Brooke C.
“Brooke is just fantastic , she is so warm, caring and my dogs took to her instantly which is so rare for them! Brooke is the only person I can trust with my two large active pups. My boys are my world and it’s important to me that I can leave them with someone experienced and who will care for them as I do. Brooke has extensive experience in caring for dogs of all breeds– thanks to her upbringing in a household where her mom ran a successful dog breeding service, as well as being a amazing dog mama to her own pup. Brooke is very proactive and provided regular updates and even sending adorable photos of their adventures together. My boys came back happy, healthy, and clearly well-loved. I highly recommend Brooke to anyone in need of a trustworthy and loving caregiver for their pup.”
Miranda R.
“Miranda would be a good pet provider , as she’s always had animals in her life She’s had small animals - cats as well as sheep , horses She knows how to be responsible In caring for any animal Patience is one of her many qualities”
Amrit k.
“Amrita was so sweet and gave lots of updates about Alma. She was patient with her when she was anxious and barking for the first bit after I left. I will definitely be booking with Amrit next time I need a sitter <3”
St. John's dog parents share their Rover experiences
First time using Rover.com and we found Paige and we felt so good leaving our fur baby with her. The meet and greets were a great for introductions and questions. Paige and Theo asked a lot of thoughtful questions about Shelby! Every dog has their quirks but having a hearing impaired one requires special attention, which Shelby got. We were able to go on a vacation knowing Shelby would be well looked after. Really appreciate this service more than anyone can really know.
Rayna exceeded our expectations for a sitter. This was the first time Millie has been left with a sitter and Rayna went above and beyond to ensure our Millie was well taken care of and comfortable for her entire stay. Her genuine care and patience is appreciated more than we can put into words. We will definitely book Rayna again for our next St.John's trip and highly recommend her for anyone who is looking for a sitter in this area.
Neo had so much fun at her place. Hallie and Drew are amazing, they took a really good care of our pup. Would definitely book them again.
Great experience - would book again! Sent lots of photos throughout jerseys stay and was very friendly and respectful.
Denise and Gary are absolutely wonderful. they lovingly take care of my dog Brutus while we are away. I know when I drop him off he's in great hands. He gets daily walks and I'm updated daily with videos and pictures. . the icing on the cake is he gets to leave with treats and has a playmate Zena, who is so great with other dogs. If you are looking for someone to take care of your family pet, when away, Denise and Gary are fantastic, I highly recommend them.
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Only Rover provides comprehensive St. John's dog boarding options that meet your dog's unique needs. Anxious or special needs dogs who prefer a 1:1 environment are a good fit for in-home dog boarding, while energetic pups who benefit from socialization and activity are a good fit for dog boarding facilities.
As of Aug 2025, 45 sitters provided dog boarding in St. John's. 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.
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Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 St. John's.
Rover makes it easy to find St. John's 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
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There are 45 dog boarding sitters in St. John's 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.
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