Dog Boarding in Charlottesville
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1. Penny H.
“Penny was absolutely amazing. She met us at a medical apt. and took Berkeley for a walk and short visit at her home before meeting us back following g the appointment. We could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you”
2. Jesse & Emily H.
“Jesse & Emily treated my Angel like she’s a family. Angel was greatly taken care of, even made friends with Hazel and Nola (kids). We received daily updates and pictures. We’re forever grateful for this family.”
3. Paula C.
“Paula did a great job taking care of our dog! She was very communicative and had a great set up for dog sitting. Our dog had a lot of fun playing with the toys and her dogs. We are grateful!”
4. Svitlana F.
“Thank you so much, Svitlana, for taking such great care of my dog! You were incredibly helpful and excellent at communicating, both during the initial meet and greet and throughout the stay. I especially appreciated the photos and videos you shared – it really put my mind at ease. I’m so grateful for all your help!”
5. Hillary D.
“Our pup had a wonderful stay with Hillary! We receive daily updates with photos. Our girl was given walks and lots of love and had a fun time while we were away! Thank you!”
6. Nana A.
“I would definitely recommend this boarder to anyone who wants the Best Care for their Furry Family Member! He is respectful, shared photos, and his communication is right on point!”
7. Aly B.
“Aly dog sat our Charlie boy for a few night and was awesome! Super responsive; sent updates and daily photos of Charlie. Much better experience for our guy vs. boarding at a kennel/boarder. Will absolutely rebook with Aly in the future!”
8. Bree L.
“Bree was a fantastic sitter for Betty. Very easy to communicate and coordinate with, and very convenient location. She also sent some great photos & updates of Betty enjoying her time with her. Will definitely be using Bree again.”
9. Katina M.
“Wonderful experience, I would highly recommend Katrina for watching your pups. My pups were very very happy and I appreciated the daily pictures and videos that she sent. The dogs were definately safe and content !”
10. Julia T.
“Julia went out of her way to accommodate us on short notice and even sent pictures throughout the day. Our pup looked very happy when we picked him up! Would definitely recommend!”
11. Jani & Paul R.
“As always, Bucky was so well cared for with Jani & Paul. We are so happy to have found this home away from home for him! I would definitely recommend them to anyone.”
12. Lauren T.
“Lauren has taken care of our dog for the past 7 years. She’s caring, playful, loving and responsible. Our dog goes crazy with excitement every time Lauren comes over. She’s really sweet and reliable and will forever be our go-to sitter.”
13. Mary R.
“Mary and her boys kept Lulu for one evening, and we have booked again~ They are welcoming, excited to care for your dog, and very genuine. Her boys, especially the younger 2, Hayden and Elliott were right there to offer care to my dog. She was happy and relaxed when I picked her up. Highly recommend!”
14. Brooke L.
“I had to find a dog sitter while I was overseas because the person who was taking care of my dog couldn’t do it anymore. Brooke was very responsive and accommodating, and took good care of Rain. I would recommend her to others.”
15. Rebecca Z.
“Rebecca did an amazing job with our dog. She kept well updated and I can tell Zurie had a great time during her stay. I would highly recommend Rebecca as a dog sitter!”
16. Rebecca P.
“Rebecca has a wonderful space and very lovely playful pups! We had a great meet and greet to ensure it was a good fit and booked when we all felt it was! She provided good updates and was flexible with us and our pup. She is an experienced doggy caretaker and our dog had a great time and came back to us happy and tired from all the playtime and walking. Couldn't recommend her enough!”
17. Jessica L.
“Jess and James were awesome! They made our dog feel right at home, cuddled on him, played with him, exercised him. They sent pics every day, and I could tell from the photos that our dog very comfortable in their home with them. We hope our dog can visit again.”
18. Heather N.
“Heather & her family were a great match for Mía. From the Meet & Greet, to drop off, asking how to best care for her, and pick up…they were responsive, informative, and caring. Thank you!”
19. Aiden M.
“We had a senior Pomeranian with a lot of medical needs. Aiden was fantastic with him and he was extremely happy when we came back. Our dog had bad knees, collapsing trachea, and required very specific food for his stomach. Aiden was conscientious of all of his medical needs and gave him loving attention on top of great care. Aiden also watched our cat at the same time and provided equally excellent care/service. Making sure to get eyes on the cat who tends to hide under the bed, to make sure she was alive and well. If you want someone to care for your pet like you would, Aiden is the right choice!”
20. Julie N.
“Linkin had a wonderful time with Julie and her family! I could not have asked for a better communicator, and “fill in” dog mom while I was away! Linkin was well taken care of and sooo happy! Thank you for your help!”
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As of May 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Charlottesville is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Charlottesville dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $58 per night.
As of May 2025, 184 sitters provided dog boarding in Charlottesville. 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, 95% of Charlottesville dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Charlottesville have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Charlottesville.
Rover makes it easy to find Charlottesville 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 184 dog boarding sitters in Charlottesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Charlottesville, 90% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 90% 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.
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.
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