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“Veronique and her husband were excellent. They honored our same day request for a meet and greet so that we could feel comfortable booking quickly. During my trip they proactively sent pictures and videos daily and gave daily updates on my dog’s comfort level and activities. They were wonderful to partner with and I’d happily leave my dog in their care again because they made me rest easy on my time away. 10/10 would recommend.”


“Vanessa was absolutely AMAZING! She provided daily updates, photos and bonus videos! Lola was taken care of and loved just as much as she is at home. We are using Vanessa for our other family trip at the end of this month and I can feel at ease knowing that she will be a responsive and reliable sitter!”


“10⭐️ Could not rate any higher! Lindsay took exceptional care of our dog Keegan for a week! She was very attentive to him, took him for frequent walks, gave us regular updates and formed a real bond with him that made him feel safe! Keegan will be back to hang out with Lindsay soon!”


“Delmy did a fantastic job of taking care of my boy. My dog was immediately comfortable in her presence, I received numerous pictures showing Ringo having a great time playing and getting walked and Delmy was great with communication and rapid response times. Highly recommended! Will use again!”


“Christian is a true animal lover and made Benji feel right at home! He was attentive and kept me updated with photos and videos throughout his stay. Glad to have found a trustworthy sitter in the area!”



“This was the first time using Gabby and we were very pleased. From the meet & greet we knew our boy would be in good hands and he sure was. Gabby sent updated messages along with photos letting us know that he was doing well. We will definitely be using Gabby again in the future. Thank you Gabby for your total care with our Cooper.”



“Sandy is kind, trusting , and provided the best care for our French bulldog. She sent pictures and messages daily. I will be using Sandy every time I go away. I was able to enjoy my vacation knowing my dog was in good care. I would highly recommend her and she deserves 5+ stars.”



“Denise was absolutely fantastic! She took great care of my boys and sent loads of pictures! I never left my dogs alone and she gave me such peace that I was able to enjoy my vacation! Thank you Denise!!!!”


“Kimchi had a wonderful time with Donna. She welcomed him into her home and seemed to enjoy having him stay with her. I really appreciate that Donna was able to care for Kimchi on such short notice and that she made him feel at home with her. He also had a chance to play with other dogs, which he LOVES. I would be very happy to leave Kimchi with Donna the next time I'm visiting Long Island.”



“I was drawn to Daniel's excellent reviews (and expansive yard) and am pleased to submit my own. From the start, communication was superb. Upon acceptance of my dog boarding request, Dan's wonderful wife, Denise, sent an informative welcome letter. On arrival, Dan proudly showed me around his spotless home and yard. I felt confident that my pooches would be treated like family and during my six days away that was apparent. I received frequent updates and photos of my beloved "kids" playing, eating and resting, welcome to even to sleep in Dan & Denise's own bed :-) My older dog was ailing from a urinary tract infection and not eating properly. Denise administered the last few antibiotic tablets and patiently saw that my dog always ate at least some of her supplied food, even buying and cooking some supplemental chicken breast. I was very grateful for this extra measure of care while being many miles away. Traveling again this month, my dogs are already booked for a stay with Dan and Denise. I highly recommend them.”


“May and Erich made our pup Marty feel right at home! We received pictures and videos that brought smiles to our faces every day! So glad Marty had such a wonderful experience and got all the attention he requested while we were on vacation. Highly recommend and would love to watch him in the future again! Thanks so much May and Erich!!”


“I was traveling to Long Island from out of state last minute, and the people we were visiting did not allow dogs in their house. I admit, I was extremely nervous to leave Mambo with someone I didn’t know. At the end of Mambo’s stay, I was extremely jealous that my dog was not paying attention to me and just wanted to be with Eliana, haha. His reaction speaks to how well he was treated and all the attention he was given. Eliana and her husband were extremely flexible with our schedule (we drove 6 hrs from Virginia and arrived super late), constantly shared pictures of mambo and were ok with us picking him up for a few hrs in the middle of the day and then dropping him off. They have a HUGE and FENCED backyard, in which Mambo loves to run. You can tell Eliana loves dogs and that she cares about them. I’m already referring her to friends in the area, and will definitely reach out to her the next time Mambo and I visit Long Island.”


“Couldn't be more thrilled ...our 1 year old Shih Tzu who is still learning and is an overactive puppy can be a bit much to watch all day; so we were very concerned about leaving her with strangers overnight. However Theresa was fantastic not only did she allow us to bring all Peanut's stuff (pack and play crib/playpen and tons of toys, pillow, blanket, doggy dishes etc.) but she understood the fact that because this was all new to our young dog she especially took pains to know what Peanut's needs were. At first Peanut did not even want to enter the home and shied away from Theresa but Theresa took the time to win over Peanut and by the time we left her she was playing with her toys. Theresa sent us pictures of Peanut playing and having fun. We were especially happy knowing Theresa only takes one dog at a time in her home because our dog is small and young and doesn't know how to socialize with other pets (our vet wouldn't allow this until all her shots were completed) and Peanut is from a home with only adults and no small children we worried that other sitters who take in more than one dog or had their own pet might become a problem. However Theresa's policy of only one dog at a time who also doesn't have her own pet, and doesn't have numerous children which might be a concern for pets unused to active kids. Theresa's dog sitting arrangement was an ideal win win for us and Peanut. She will become our dogs sitter from now on as Peanut loved her and her family and now we can relax whenever we need to go out of town or just need a sitter for a day. Thank you Theresa and family you were the best!”


“I had a last minute emergency of not having someone to watch kylo while i went away. after constant searching my boyfriend recommended i try Rover and i found Jennifer . She was accommodating, sweet and attentive from the first meet. i was a bit nervous as a first time user for the app and i’ve never had anyone who wasn’t family take care of kylo, but she’s trustworthy and always sent updates on Kylo and how he was doing and he was settling in very easily. her environment was something i loved for kylo to be around, she was always around with kylo and gave him constant attention, cuddles, and her dog Sadie, was just as energetic as him. i’m glad he wasn’t alone and it definitely eased my mind to know he was in a safe environment surrounded by people and other pet friends. my encounter with her was so smooth and last minute but i’m glad she took Kylo in and treated him like her own. if you’re unsure of leaving your pet with someone i 100000% recommend her ! i know kylo had a blast with her and i would definitely love for her to watch kylo for future because of how happy he was and i was knowing he was cared for”



“We feel so lucky to have met Catherine! Her communication is A+ and we felt so happy each time she sent us an update about our pup! Grateful for her love and care of Pawly and would definitely book again!”


“Sara took very good care of our dog Rosie. She sent us daily messages and cute pictures and this gave us peace of mind. Sara and her husband were both great caregivers and their two puppies became Rosie's new best friends. Thank you to all the team!”


“Jamie was great! We left our 9 month old puppy with her for 10 days and she took really good care of him. She sent us lots of updates and pictures so we knew he was doing ok. Our puppy also got along great with her dog. Overall very happy with the care she provided. We will definitely book her again.”


About: I love all dogs! They are all so funny, each with their own fun personalities. I love to go for walks with the dogs, sometimes 2 at a time! When your pup is in my care my focus is on keeping them safe and happy! I am retired from working so I like to say that I am a stay at home dog Mom! When I am watching your dog, there is nothing more important to me than your fur baby’s safety and happiness. Since I am home full time I am available for your pup 24/7! I do occasionally leave the house but usually not longer than an hour or two. I have a large fenced in yard and a sweet, fun 2 year old Lab mix who loves to play with dogs of all ages and sizes. I have a 5 month old grand puppy and Reba loves playing with her!
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Veronique G.

“Veronique and her husband were excellent. They honored our same day request for a meet and greet so that we could feel comfortable booking quickly. During my trip they proactively sent pictures and videos daily and gave daily updates on my dog’s comfort level and activities. They were wonderful to partner with and I’d happily leave my dog in their care again because they made me rest easy on my time away. 10/10 would recommend.”


Amber O.Star Sitter

“Amber was wonderful with my senior dog! She sent regular updates and photos and you can tell she really loves animals. We will definitely book with her again!”


Vanessa M.
Star Sitter


“Vanessa was absolutely AMAZING! She provided daily updates, photos and bonus videos! Lola was taken care of and loved just as much as she is at home. We are using Vanessa for our other family trip at the end of this month and I can feel at ease knowing that she will be a responsive and reliable sitter!”


Lindsay K.Star Sitter

“10⭐️ Could not rate any higher! Lindsay took exceptional care of our dog Keegan for a week! She was very attentive to him, took him for frequent walks, gave us regular updates and formed a real bond with him that made him feel safe! Keegan will be back to hang out with Lindsay soon!”


Delmy I.Star Sitter

“Delmy did a fantastic job of taking care of my boy. My dog was immediately comfortable in her presence, I received numerous pictures showing Ringo having a great time playing and getting walked and Delmy was great with communication and rapid response times. Highly recommended! Will use again!”


Alejandro F.

“Alejandro was awesome, he was able to accommodate my puppy last minute, sent me pics and videos and even gave my baby a bath. Thank you so much ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”


Christian P.


“Christian is a true animal lover and made Benji feel right at home! He was attentive and kept me updated with photos and videos throughout his stay. Glad to have found a trustworthy sitter in the area!”




Gabby G.
Star Sitter


“This was the first time using Gabby and we were very pleased. From the meet & greet we knew our boy would be in good hands and he sure was. Gabby sent updated messages along with photos letting us know that he was doing well. We will definitely be using Gabby again in the future. Thank you Gabby for your total care with our Cooper.”




Sandy K.
Star Sitter


“Sandy is kind, trusting , and provided the best care for our French bulldog. She sent pictures and messages daily. I will be using Sandy every time I go away. I was able to enjoy my vacation knowing my dog was in good care. I would highly recommend her and she deserves 5+ stars.”




Denise I.
Star Sitter


“Denise was absolutely fantastic! She took great care of my boys and sent loads of pictures! I never left my dogs alone and she gave me such peace that I was able to enjoy my vacation! Thank you Denise!!!!”


Donna H.Star Sitter

“Kimchi had a wonderful time with Donna. She welcomed him into her home and seemed to enjoy having him stay with her. I really appreciate that Donna was able to care for Kimchi on such short notice and that she made him feel at home with her. He also had a chance to play with other dogs, which he LOVES. I would be very happy to leave Kimchi with Donna the next time I'm visiting Long Island.”




Daniel S.


“I was drawn to Daniel's excellent reviews (and expansive yard) and am pleased to submit my own. From the start, communication was superb. Upon acceptance of my dog boarding request, Dan's wonderful wife, Denise, sent an informative welcome letter. On arrival, Dan proudly showed me around his spotless home and yard. I felt confident that my pooches would be treated like family and during my six days away that was apparent. I received frequent updates and photos of my beloved "kids" playing, eating and resting, welcome to even to sleep in Dan & Denise's own bed :-) My older dog was ailing from a urinary tract infection and not eating properly. Denise administered the last few antibiotic tablets and patiently saw that my dog always ate at least some of her supplied food, even buying and cooking some supplemental chicken breast. I was very grateful for this extra measure of care while being many miles away. Traveling again this month, my dogs are already booked for a stay with Dan and Denise. I highly recommend them.”


Erich & May D.Star Sitter

“May and Erich made our pup Marty feel right at home! We received pictures and videos that brought smiles to our faces every day! So glad Marty had such a wonderful experience and got all the attention he requested while we were on vacation. Highly recommend and would love to watch him in the future again! Thanks so much May and Erich!!”


Eliana A.
Star Sitter


“I was traveling to Long Island from out of state last minute, and the people we were visiting did not allow dogs in their house. I admit, I was extremely nervous to leave Mambo with someone I didn’t know. At the end of Mambo’s stay, I was extremely jealous that my dog was not paying attention to me and just wanted to be with Eliana, haha. His reaction speaks to how well he was treated and all the attention he was given. Eliana and her husband were extremely flexible with our schedule (we drove 6 hrs from Virginia and arrived super late), constantly shared pictures of mambo and were ok with us picking him up for a few hrs in the middle of the day and then dropping him off. They have a HUGE and FENCED backyard, in which Mambo loves to run. You can tell Eliana loves dogs and that she cares about them. I’m already referring her to friends in the area, and will definitely reach out to her the next time Mambo and I visit Long Island.”


Theresa O.Star Sitter

“Couldn't be more thrilled ...our 1 year old Shih Tzu who is still learning and is an overactive puppy can be a bit much to watch all day; so we were very concerned about leaving her with strangers overnight. However Theresa was fantastic not only did she allow us to bring all Peanut's stuff (pack and play crib/playpen and tons of toys, pillow, blanket, doggy dishes etc.) but she understood the fact that because this was all new to our young dog she especially took pains to know what Peanut's needs were. At first Peanut did not even want to enter the home and shied away from Theresa but Theresa took the time to win over Peanut and by the time we left her she was playing with her toys. Theresa sent us pictures of Peanut playing and having fun. We were especially happy knowing Theresa only takes one dog at a time in her home because our dog is small and young and doesn't know how to socialize with other pets (our vet wouldn't allow this until all her shots were completed) and Peanut is from a home with only adults and no small children we worried that other sitters who take in more than one dog or had their own pet might become a problem. However Theresa's policy of only one dog at a time who also doesn't have her own pet, and doesn't have numerous children which might be a concern for pets unused to active kids. Theresa's dog sitting arrangement was an ideal win win for us and Peanut. She will become our dogs sitter from now on as Peanut loved her and her family and now we can relax whenever we need to go out of town or just need a sitter for a day. Thank you Theresa and family you were the best!”


Jennifer P.Star Sitter

“I had a last minute emergency of not having someone to watch kylo while i went away. after constant searching my boyfriend recommended i try Rover and i found Jennifer . She was accommodating, sweet and attentive from the first meet. i was a bit nervous as a first time user for the app and i’ve never had anyone who wasn’t family take care of kylo, but she’s trustworthy and always sent updates on Kylo and how he was doing and he was settling in very easily. her environment was something i loved for kylo to be around, she was always around with kylo and gave him constant attention, cuddles, and her dog Sadie, was just as energetic as him. i’m glad he wasn’t alone and it definitely eased my mind to know he was in a safe environment surrounded by people and other pet friends. my encounter with her was so smooth and last minute but i’m glad she took Kylo in and treated him like her own. if you’re unsure of leaving your pet with someone i 100000% recommend her ! i know kylo had a blast with her and i would definitely love for her to watch kylo for future because of how happy he was and i was knowing he was cared for”




Catherine P.
Star Sitter


“We feel so lucky to have met Catherine! Her communication is A+ and we felt so happy each time she sent us an update about our pup! Grateful for her love and care of Pawly and would definitely book again!”


Sara F.

“Sara took very good care of our dog Rosie. She sent us daily messages and cute pictures and this gave us peace of mind. Sara and her husband were both great caregivers and their two puppies became Rosie's new best friends. Thank you to all the team!”


Jamie G.Star Sitter

“Jamie was great! We left our 9 month old puppy with her for 10 days and she took really good care of him. She sent us lots of updates and pictures so we knew he was doing ok. Our puppy also got along great with her dog. Overall very happy with the care she provided. We will definitely book her again.”


Lisa D.
“Lisa has been a wonderful caregiver for my dog, watching her multiple days a week. She’s incredibly dependable, caring, and always treats my pup like her own! Lisa is attentive to every detail, keeps me updated regularly, and goes the extra mile to make sure my dog is happy and safe. I trust her completely and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a loving and reliable pet sitter. I truly couldn’t recommend her more!”
Over 322 pet parents in Central Islip have booked dog boarding
Central Islip dog parents share their Rover experiences
Christian did a phenomenal job caring for our dog Tatertot while we were away. From the beginning, his communication was excellent—he kept us informed and at ease every step of the way. His attention to detail was clear, and we could tell Tatertot was in loving, capable hands. The sweetest surprise was receiving a photo of Tatertot at the end of the stay, thoughtfully gifted by Christian. It was such a heartfelt touch and really showed how much he cared. Would absolutely recommend Christian to anyone looking for a dependable, compassionate sitter!

I can’t say enough about Erich and May. They were great with Gidget. I received a lot of pictures and videos. Gidget was so happy in every picture. They showed her so much love. We will definitely be asking them to watch her again. I feel very comfortable leaving her with them. It makes it more relaxing for us knowing she is in good hands.

I left my dog Bruno with Dannica and Chris for a week, and they took excellent care of him. They sent regular updates and several photos every day, which made me feel comfortable knowing he was doing so well. I would definitely leave Bruno with them again and recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and caring dog sitters. Thank you Dannica and Chris!

Edward is as great with my dog Ollie! He provided daily updates, was flexible and responded in a timely manner. I was nervous since this is the first time I left Ollie for a long period of time but Edward made me feel comfortable and I was confident Ollie was in good hands. Would definitely use Edward again and would recommend him

My boss recommended Christine to me and I’m very glad she did! Our dogs were very well cared for. We received regular updates and pictures so we knew our pups were relaxed and happy in Christine’s warm and welcoming home. We were able to enjoy a worry-free getaway knowing our dogs were in great hands. I highly recommend Christine!

Great experience with Valentina, she took such good care of our babies and constantly sent pictures to us of our dogs with updates. She took care of them last minute when we were left with no sitter and we are so grateful for her. Would definitely book her again in the future

Mary B. Is an amazing sitter. I had to leave my Printz for 4 nights; due the my grandson having a wedding in another state, I was so upset, not knowing what to expect; but let me tell you, after receiving pictures and videos of Printz enjoying himself, I started to relaxed and enjoyed myself as well. Mary has a big heart and a home that is full of love!

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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Central Islip is $60 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $420. 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 Islip dog boarding rates can be found as low as $32 to as high as $59 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 1,063 sitters provided dog boarding in Central Islip. 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, 90% of Central Islip dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Central Islip have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 Islip.
Rover makes it easy to find Central Islip 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 1,063 dog boarding sitters in Central Islip on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Central Islip, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
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