Dog Boarding in Central City, IA
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“They did such a great job watching my corgi pup. I appreciated the picture and video updates I got while I was away. There was one minor inconvenience however I appreciated how quickly Ming helped resolved the issues with great customer service skills. The care my pup received was evident when I picked her up and I will be booking with them again in the future.”
“Mule was so wonderful with our two dogs! She communicated regularly and sent lots of pictures and even some videos. She's very attentive and the pictures showed how much fun everyone was having.”
“Beckett was fantastic with Danny Boy! Very smooth meet & greet, pickup and drop off were a breeze. Beckett was very responsive to texts and extremely accommodating when my travel plans changed due to flight delays. Definitely recommend!”
“Steve was absolutely wonderful with our dogs! They had a great time with him at his home and enjoyed lots of walks, rubs, naps and exploring. Steve sent pictures to us a few times each day to show us how well they were doing. They came home happy and healthy. We'll absolutely be booking again.”
“I’m so thankful for Jena! She took such great care of my dog Hank. She was very patient with his ‘puppyness’. When we picked him up he was happy and tired. It makes me feel good that Hank has a safe place to stay while we are away. I will definitely book with Jena again.”
“I recently entrusted Maxwell with caring for my dog, Mattie & Daisy, and I was incredibly pleased with their reliability, trustworthiness, and the evident care he provided. Maxwell consistently went above and beyond, ensuring Mattie & Daisy were well-fed, exercised, and happy during their stay. He was punctual, communicative, and always willing to address any questions or concerns I had. I highly recommend Maxwell to anyone seeking a trustworthy and caring dog care provider.”
“Windsor just came back from a week stay with Tiffany and Soriya and must have had the best time, He’s done nothing but sleep all day! He always comes home tired so that tells me he enjoys his stay with them!”
“Anne Was very positive about Freddie and sent many photos through out the day. We did an overnight stay for our 9 month old lab puppy. Freddie did well. He will be staying for a week soon. Thanks so much”
“Amanda took good care of our somewhat neurotic rescue. She kept appointments, sent daily updates,and communicated well. Murphy has his quircks and it's nice to know Amanda could handle things.”
“Deb took such wonderful care of our puppy! She was only 13 weeks when we had to leave her for 2 nights, and she went above and beyond helping her adjust! She listens and cares how we are training her, does the same things, tries some of her own stuff, and just loves on Luna. I couldn't ask for a more caring sitter and Luna will be back. She got undivided attention, and training..I couldn't ask for a better place for her. She sent videos and photos the whole stay! And responded whenever I checked in with her. Thank you for loving Luna.”
“Very nice family and sent lots of photos for only being there 1 day. Seems to have a good understanding of dog behavior. Their dog is very quiet and well behaved. Large fenced backyard with a big shade tree. I would recommend Aimee for dog sitting.”
“Jessica and her husband are AMAZING! They took such good care of our two boys as if they were their own. Our dogs are high energy and can be a lot to handle but they felt right at home from the start. We received photos and updates everyday that made us feel like they were in extra good hands. Thank you so much ♥️”
“Ashleigh was so so caring and conscientious in her care of our slightly grumpy and annoyed older dog! Definitely the best possible care out there! We will definitely be back. :)”
“Alice is nothing short of amazing!! We’ve never boarded our dog before and I was looking on rover for someone and found her profile. We did a meet and greet at her house. Our pup Jax took a little bit to warm up but after that he was fine! Alice is very kind, informative and worked with our schedule. We needed someone for 10 days. She also had no issues with his eating schedule. While we were on vacation she kept us informed on how Jax was doing. She also went out of her way to make sure we were having a great vacation as well and told us not to worry one bit. Her home is very cozy, clean and welcoming. She has a lot of room for any pet to roam around. She also has a great sized back yard which Jax loved. We will most definitely always contact Alice when we need any babysitting or boarding services! I think Jax would’ve stayed longer if we would’ve let him. :) We could tell Jax was treated exceptionally well and he had a great time. Thanks again! Jen&Casey”
About: I have a golden retriever. I have about an acre where they enjoy to roam with an underground fence. I am in close contact with my vet clinic to stay on top of the care of my 6 pets (5 cats and 1 dogs). The golden has different medications and diets I tend to. I allow the dog and cats into the mudroom inside my home for a cool place to lounge that they are free to come and go with a doggie door. Additionally, I have a large kennel in the garage and an extra large kennel outside with a roof. Pets are allowed inside as well just let me know what works best for you and your animals. Working from home allows me to provide consistent, attentive care for pets. I start the day with feeding, give medications as needed, and a quick health check for each of our furry friends. Throughout the day, I take regular breaks to check on the pets and ensure everyone has fresh water and a cozy spot to relax. My flexible schedule means I can adjust feeding times and offer plenty of attention and care. Although boarding at my home might be easiest for my schedule, I am open to drop in visits and walks as I know it's nice to keep your pets at home when you are away with someone reliable to care for them. Safety is my top priority when caring for pets. In my home, I provide a secure environment with an acre of underground fenced space for dogs to roam freely. Inside, pets have access to a mudroom with a doggie door, offering a safe, cool place to lounge. I also have a large kennel in the garage and an extra-large kennel outside with a roof if needed. With my work-from-home schedule, I’m available throughout the day to monitor and care for pets. I am flexible with options when it comes to boarding your animal at home. Send me a message and I can help accommodate you and your pet(s) needs.
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Ming & Makenna W.Star Sitter
“They did such a great job watching my corgi pup. I appreciated the picture and video updates I got while I was away. There was one minor inconvenience however I appreciated how quickly Ming helped resolved the issues with great customer service skills. The care my pup received was evident when I picked her up and I will be booking with them again in the future.”
Myle D.Star Sitter
“Mule was so wonderful with our two dogs! She communicated regularly and sent lots of pictures and even some videos. She's very attentive and the pictures showed how much fun everyone was having.”
Beckett H.
“Beckett was fantastic with Danny Boy! Very smooth meet & greet, pickup and drop off were a breeze. Beckett was very responsive to texts and extremely accommodating when my travel plans changed due to flight delays. Definitely recommend!”
Travis & Danielle E.
“Travis and Danielle are the best! They take such good care of our Golden Retriever, and treat him like he's their own. We couldn't recommend them enough!”
Steve C.
“Steve was absolutely wonderful with our dogs! They had a great time with him at his home and enjoyed lots of walks, rubs, naps and exploring. Steve sent pictures to us a few times each day to show us how well they were doing. They came home happy and healthy. We'll absolutely be booking again.”
Jena F.
Star Sitter
“I’m so thankful for Jena! She took such great care of my dog Hank. She was very patient with his ‘puppyness’. When we picked him up he was happy and tired. It makes me feel good that Hank has a safe place to stay while we are away. I will definitely book with Jena again.”
Maxwell K.Star Sitter
“I recently entrusted Maxwell with caring for my dog, Mattie & Daisy, and I was incredibly pleased with their reliability, trustworthiness, and the evident care he provided. Maxwell consistently went above and beyond, ensuring Mattie & Daisy were well-fed, exercised, and happy during their stay. He was punctual, communicative, and always willing to address any questions or concerns I had. I highly recommend Maxwell to anyone seeking a trustworthy and caring dog care provider.”
Tiffany S.Star Sitter
“Windsor just came back from a week stay with Tiffany and Soriya and must have had the best time, He’s done nothing but sleep all day! He always comes home tired so that tells me he enjoys his stay with them!”
Anne N.Star Sitter
“Anne Was very positive about Freddie and sent many photos through out the day. We did an overnight stay for our 9 month old lab puppy. Freddie did well. He will be staying for a week soon. Thanks so much”
Sara B.Star Sitter
“Sara and her family took great care of our two dogs! Communication was great and she was very accommodating. We will definitely hire her again in the future!”
Amanda J.
“Amanda took good care of our somewhat neurotic rescue. She kept appointments, sent daily updates,and communicated well. Murphy has his quircks and it's nice to know Amanda could handle things.”
Debra S.
“Deb took such wonderful care of our puppy! She was only 13 weeks when we had to leave her for 2 nights, and she went above and beyond helping her adjust! She listens and cares how we are training her, does the same things, tries some of her own stuff, and just loves on Luna. I couldn't ask for a more caring sitter and Luna will be back. She got undivided attention, and training..I couldn't ask for a better place for her. She sent videos and photos the whole stay! And responded whenever I checked in with her. Thank you for loving Luna.”
Aimee C.
“Very nice family and sent lots of photos for only being there 1 day. Seems to have a good understanding of dog behavior. Their dog is very quiet and well behaved. Large fenced backyard with a big shade tree. I would recommend Aimee for dog sitting.”
Jessica M.Star Sitter
“Jessica and her husband are AMAZING! They took such good care of our two boys as if they were their own. Our dogs are high energy and can be a lot to handle but they felt right at home from the start. We received photos and updates everyday that made us feel like they were in extra good hands. Thank you so much ♥️”
Ashleigh G.Star Sitter
“Ashleigh was so so caring and conscientious in her care of our slightly grumpy and annoyed older dog! Definitely the best possible care out there! We will definitely be back. :)”
Danielle W.
“Izzy had a great time with Danielle and her pups! Danielle responded quickly to texts and sent lots of pictures so I would know Izzy was comfortable. Would definitely recommend!”
Abram T.Star Sitter
“Murphy and Lilly had a great weekend and came home and took a good long nap! Abram was east to work with and a young entrepreneur who has a love for dogs!”
Stephenie A.
“Stephenie and her family took such good care of my pup and were very accommodating given the short notice! Thank you for taking good care of my girl!”
Alice W.
“Alice is nothing short of amazing!! We’ve never boarded our dog before and I was looking on rover for someone and found her profile. We did a meet and greet at her house. Our pup Jax took a little bit to warm up but after that he was fine! Alice is very kind, informative and worked with our schedule. We needed someone for 10 days. She also had no issues with his eating schedule. While we were on vacation she kept us informed on how Jax was doing. She also went out of her way to make sure we were having a great vacation as well and told us not to worry one bit. Her home is very cozy, clean and welcoming. She has a lot of room for any pet to roam around. She also has a great sized back yard which Jax loved. We will most definitely always contact Alice when we need any babysitting or boarding services! I think Jax would’ve stayed longer if we would’ve let him. :) We could tell Jax was treated exceptionally well and he had a great time. Thanks again! Jen&Casey”
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Central City is $35
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Central City is $35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Central City dog boarding rates can be found as low as $25 to as high as $27 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 111 sitters provided dog boarding in Central City. 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, 88% of Central City dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Central City have an average of 20 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Central City.
Rover makes it easy to find Central City 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 111 dog boarding sitters in Central City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Central City, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 100% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care 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.
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.
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