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“Shelisha did an amazing job with Luna! She kept me totally in the loop with constant updates, including tons of pictures and video messages. If you're a fur parent who values consistent notifications about your pet, Shelisha is highly recommended!”


“There are not enough words to describe how amazing our experience was. First let me start by saying my initial dog sitter Canceled on us the day before our flight to Columbia. Due to safety reasons because of the hurricane. I contacted Angie and she immediately responded and we did a meet and greet right away. My dogs loved her and family instantly. She provided multiple daily updates and tons of photos which will be printing out. Lol Leaving your dogs with someone such last min is never easy but Angie surely made it very smooth! Our dogs came home happy to see us but I can see they are sad to have left. If you need a sitter who is response, caring, loving and will treat your dog as thier own then this is your person! Recommend 1000% .”


“Matt and Nicole took the best care of my babies Russ and Delilah especially since I was in a very hectic time of my life. They loved my dogs as if they were their own. They got them personalized name tags and made Delilah a beautiful necklace with her name on it. They gave them baths, took them swimming, and walked them all the time. They stayed in contact and set my mind at ease knowing they were in the best hands possible. I would highly recommend Matt and Nicole to care for your furbabies because they really do treat them like family.”


“Alberto was a good fit for my Princess. He understood she suffers from separation anxiety and he gave her extra attention. Will book him again if I need to go away for the weekend.”


“Kyli was amazing the whole time we were away. She looked after our 2 dogs and sent us updates everyday and videos of them playing with her dogs. They looked like they had an amazing time which made us happy. I 100% recommend Kyli for your animals. :)”


“Cherisse was amazing with my little guy Sampson. It was our first time leaving him with anyone. He is almost 13 years old and doesn't like eating his food anyplace but home. She was able to make him feel comfortable and safe that he ate. I can't even get him to eat outside, so I'm grateful to her for taking care of him. He has always had a hard time trusting because he has been attacked by other dogs. She sent me a lot of pictures so I would able to know he was happy and doing great.”


“Briana is amazing! This was my first time using Rover and I was beyond satisfied choosing Briana. If you need someone to watch your pet look no more. Enzi had a blast and we felt very confident he was being well taken care of. We 100% will go back to Briana for any future care of our boy.”


“I just want to thank Ruverlyn and her family for caring for my baby while I was gone on my trip it was hard for me to leave her but they made it easier leaving her with them and while we were gone they kept in contact made sure to send me updates of hazel she loved it Im happy she got to meet more friends I will use them again they were amazing thank u”


“Absolutely wonderful! I was so relaxed knowing my fur baby was being well taken care of! Joanne sent pictures and videos to let me know how he was doing. I will definitely book again and highly recommend her service.”


“Jon did a great job with my large and sometimes unruly dog. Kaya came back from a four day stay with Jon as relaxed and as happy as ever. Photo updates of them on their walks was reassuring that she was getting quality care. Would definitely use Jon again for any upcoming boarding and would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for someone to care for their pets.”


“Mary was absolutely wonderful with my Max. She sent pictures of him playing with Chester and enjoying life. She made me feel so comfortable leaving him for a week and not feeling concerned at all. I think Max found his new second home when we travel. This is such a blessing as it’s hard to find someone like Mary. Thank you again for making him feel so at home.”


“Angelica is absolutely amazing. She sent photos and videos every single day, was responsive, friendly, and a wonderful professional. My pup was obsessed with her immediately. Her home was immaculate and safe for my girl. I could not have asked for a better sitter and will 100% be using her services again. I almost think my puppy didn’t want to leave her. Plus, she returned her to me having washed her bed and my puppy was clean and smelling amazing. You can’t go wrong with Angelica.”


“Melissa and her husband were awesome! They treated my dog like family—walked him, cuddled with him, and even let him sleep with them. They kept me updated constantly with photos and messages, which gave me so much peace of mind. I could tell my dog felt right at home and was truly happy. It felt like a little vacation for him too! I would absolutely rebook with them again—eyes closed. Highly recommended!”


“Maya was an immediate fit for us. We were able to visit with our Bebe ahead of time & were assured the care would be perfect. Maya kept Bebe for 4 days and sent pictures daily to update us on her daily meals & activity. We had peace of mind while traveling knowing our baby was being very well cared for & would certainly book again with Maya.”


“Vanessa and her family did an amazing job taking care of my fur baby Fazo (husky) not only did she send lots of pictures, videos and updates she also informed me of any mood changes on my baby. I felt very at ease and relaxed knowing he was with the best care. I highly recommend her to anyone who has to leave their fur babies for a couple days. I will definitely be rebooking her.”


“Ginger was wonderful with my dog!! So attentive to my needs and his. Communication was exceptional and prompt the whole time she had the dog. Great fenced yard for running and playing. I would highly recommend her and will definitely use her again.”



“Kendra was wonderful, caring & loving to our fur baby, she sent lots of pictures, responded quickly, we will definitely use Kendra as our pet sitter again, highly recommend, Kendra!!!!!”


“Summer was great! She took great care of my giant dog and was super understanding and flexible. She sent pictures and brushed my boy out. When it was time to get in the car he wasn’t so sure about leaving.”

About: I’ve had dogs and cats all of my life. I have always been the go to sitter for friends and family. I am especially experienced with senior dogs and understand the patience, gentleness and extra care they need. I’ve also trained my own pets from a young age, so I’m comfortable working with both older and energetic puppies. Above all, my husband and I treat every pet like family. I work full-time, and my husband is an independent worker with a flexible schedule, so we tag team pet care throughout the day. Our routine allows us to provide check ins and potty breaks approximately every 2-4 hours. We make sure pets are never left alone for too long and always have the attention they need. We’re also available on weekends and happy to accommodate your pets usual routine as closely as possible. Safety and trust are my top priorities. While I have an unfenced yard, I always use leash and supervise pets closely during outdoor time. I have a calm home environment with open space for pets to walk, play and relax. My senior chihuahua has their own separate room, which helps maintain a peaceful setting and allows me to keep visiting pets comfortable and safe.

About: I have a lot of experience taking care of all dogs from breeding to just having pets. I have lots of knowledge when it comes to medical issues with dogs due to my experience with breeding and owning older animals. I work remotely so your animal will have someone home with them all hours of the day! I can take dogs for walks and to the dog park. They will also be able to play with my animals. I will take care of your animals as if they are my own. I love taking care of them and going for walks. They will have plenty of play time and walks.
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Shelisha F.Star Sitter

“Shelisha did an amazing job with Luna! She kept me totally in the loop with constant updates, including tons of pictures and video messages. If you're a fur parent who values consistent notifications about your pet, Shelisha is highly recommended!”


angie a.Star Sitter

“There are not enough words to describe how amazing our experience was. First let me start by saying my initial dog sitter Canceled on us the day before our flight to Columbia. Due to safety reasons because of the hurricane. I contacted Angie and she immediately responded and we did a meet and greet right away. My dogs loved her and family instantly. She provided multiple daily updates and tons of photos which will be printing out. Lol Leaving your dogs with someone such last min is never easy but Angie surely made it very smooth! Our dogs came home happy to see us but I can see they are sad to have left. If you need a sitter who is response, caring, loving and will treat your dog as thier own then this is your person! Recommend 1000% .”


Matt & Nicole L.Star Sitter

“Matt and Nicole took the best care of my babies Russ and Delilah especially since I was in a very hectic time of my life. They loved my dogs as if they were their own. They got them personalized name tags and made Delilah a beautiful necklace with her name on it. They gave them baths, took them swimming, and walked them all the time. They stayed in contact and set my mind at ease knowing they were in the best hands possible. I would highly recommend Matt and Nicole to care for your furbabies because they really do treat them like family.”


Alberto T.Star Sitter

“Alberto was a good fit for my Princess. He understood she suffers from separation anxiety and he gave her extra attention. Will book him again if I need to go away for the weekend.”


Kyli U.Star Sitter

“Kyli was amazing the whole time we were away. She looked after our 2 dogs and sent us updates everyday and videos of them playing with her dogs. They looked like they had an amazing time which made us happy. I 100% recommend Kyli for your animals. :)”


Cherisse L.


“Cherisse was amazing with my little guy Sampson. It was our first time leaving him with anyone. He is almost 13 years old and doesn't like eating his food anyplace but home. She was able to make him feel comfortable and safe that he ate. I can't even get him to eat outside, so I'm grateful to her for taking care of him. He has always had a hard time trusting because he has been attacked by other dogs. She sent me a lot of pictures so I would able to know he was happy and doing great.”


Briana S.Star Sitter

“Briana is amazing! This was my first time using Rover and I was beyond satisfied choosing Briana. If you need someone to watch your pet look no more. Enzi had a blast and we felt very confident he was being well taken care of. We 100% will go back to Briana for any future care of our boy.”


Ruverlyn M.

“I just want to thank Ruverlyn and her family for caring for my baby while I was gone on my trip it was hard for me to leave her but they made it easier leaving her with them and while we were gone they kept in contact made sure to send me updates of hazel she loved it Im happy she got to meet more friends I will use them again they were amazing thank u”


Joanne R.
Star Sitter


“Absolutely wonderful! I was so relaxed knowing my fur baby was being well taken care of! Joanne sent pictures and videos to let me know how he was doing. I will definitely book again and highly recommend her service.”


Jon T.

“Jon did a great job with my large and sometimes unruly dog. Kaya came back from a four day stay with Jon as relaxed and as happy as ever. Photo updates of them on their walks was reassuring that she was getting quality care. Would definitely use Jon again for any upcoming boarding and would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for someone to care for their pets.”


Mary G.Star Sitter

“Mary was absolutely wonderful with my Max. She sent pictures of him playing with Chester and enjoying life. She made me feel so comfortable leaving him for a week and not feeling concerned at all. I think Max found his new second home when we travel. This is such a blessing as it’s hard to find someone like Mary. Thank you again for making him feel so at home.”


Angelica P.

“Angelica is absolutely amazing. She sent photos and videos every single day, was responsive, friendly, and a wonderful professional. My pup was obsessed with her immediately. Her home was immaculate and safe for my girl. I could not have asked for a better sitter and will 100% be using her services again. I almost think my puppy didn’t want to leave her. Plus, she returned her to me having washed her bed and my puppy was clean and smelling amazing. You can’t go wrong with Angelica.”


Melissa N.

“Melissa and her husband were awesome! They treated my dog like family—walked him, cuddled with him, and even let him sleep with them. They kept me updated constantly with photos and messages, which gave me so much peace of mind. I could tell my dog felt right at home and was truly happy. It felt like a little vacation for him too! I would absolutely rebook with them again—eyes closed. Highly recommended!”


Maya S.

“Maya was an immediate fit for us. We were able to visit with our Bebe ahead of time & were assured the care would be perfect. Maya kept Bebe for 4 days and sent pictures daily to update us on her daily meals & activity. We had peace of mind while traveling knowing our baby was being very well cared for & would certainly book again with Maya.”


Vanessa H.Star Sitter

“Vanessa and her family did an amazing job taking care of my fur baby Fazo (husky) not only did she send lots of pictures, videos and updates she also informed me of any mood changes on my baby. I felt very at ease and relaxed knowing he was with the best care. I highly recommend her to anyone who has to leave their fur babies for a couple days. I will definitely be rebooking her.”


Ginger L.

“Ginger was wonderful with my dog!! So attentive to my needs and his. Communication was exceptional and prompt the whole time she had the dog. Great fenced yard for running and playing. I would highly recommend her and will definitely use her again.”




Kendra N.Star Sitter

“Kendra was wonderful, caring & loving to our fur baby, she sent lots of pictures, responded quickly, we will definitely use Kendra as our pet sitter again, highly recommend, Kendra!!!!!”


Summer H.
Star Sitter

“Summer was great! She took great care of my giant dog and was super understanding and flexible. She sent pictures and brushed my boy out. When it was time to get in the car he wasn’t so sure about leaving.”


Danieris & Julian S.
“I really recommend Danieris and Julián. From the moment we met, it was clear that they truly love and understand animals. They took amazing care of our dogs, also birds, treating them like their own. We received regular updates and photos, which gave us total peace of mind while we were away. When we returned, our pets were happy, relaxed, and clearly very well cared. It’s such a relief knowing we have someone so reliable and kind to count on. Thank you, Danieris and Julián, for going above and beyond!””


Trynity H.
“She is a caring person her and her husband took care of my two animals so well while I was on vacation. Would recommend definitely using again”
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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
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 Central Avenue.
Rover makes it easy to find Central Avenue 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
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.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
