Dog Boarding Cocoa
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“This is my 3rd booking with Carl & Linda and I have already scheduled 2 more later this year. Carl & Linda always treat Athena with kindness and love as if she was their own. I always miss my fur baby even if it is one night away, but knowing she is in a loving home, I feel at ease.”
“Amazing amazing amazing!!! We will be re booking everytime with Carla! My dog had the best time and enjoyed every second of his visit! I am so thankful to find a loving and kind family to watch our boy!”
“Jolene was great with my dog! She sent me daily updates and pictures. He has a great time playing with her dogs and meeting her cat. He was very happy when I picked him up. Highly recommend!”
“Shelly took AMAZING care of our dog Bella. She kept us updated with messages and pictures every day, which put my mind at ease, since this was the first time leaving Bella in someone else's care. Thank you Shelly!”
About: I’ve had a dog companion all of my life. I’ve trained 5 dogs from pups and have fostered and adopted many older dogs, caring for them through their final years. All of my pets have lived long, healthy and happy lives. I’m retired. I do whatever whenever I’d like. Any schedule I have pretty much revolves around my two little dogs. Breakfast at 8AM, supper at 6PM, at their insistence, and I’ll feed your pup according to their schedule. There is a doggy door to a fenced in lawn with gardens, treated for fleas, so they have access to the facilities whenever they’d like. We go out together every morning to feed the birds and trim some plants and again every evening to check the yard and play. The younger dog likes walks in the neighborhood when weather permits. We see the neighbors and their dogs at sunrise or just before sunset a couple times a week when the sidewalks aren’t too hot. My dogs like to come out and help me garden, also when it’s not too hot. All exit doors to the open have “airlocks” so nobody can accidentally get out front. My home has always been puppy proof, no electric cords are within reach, nothing on the floors but furniture feet so there’s nothing to accidentally consume. The floors are tile throughout with indoor/outdoor rugs to help maintain a clean environment. The sofas have washable custom covers for the same reason. There are stairs to gain safe access to the sofa. Almost every room has a fresh water canister. Kibble isn’t kept out, allowing me keep a close eye on their healthy diets. Dangerous chemicals are never used in or around my home. There are plenty of dog beds under beds and in quiet corners so they can have quiet time if they want it. I also have a medium crate if they prefer. There are screened porches to the ground so they can see the world go by without being involved in it (a reasonable amount of barking at passersbys is acceptable). I believe praise works, punishment does not. I do not discipline animals, aside from a timeout spent in a room alone for 15 minutes for unruly behavior. Just as with young children, I always know where they are and what they’re up to. No more than a minute or two goes by without my notice so they have little opportunity to get into trouble.
“Maria was just wonderful and I would recommend her to anyone. She had my boy for a week and took the best care of him. I was at ease during my travels knowing that he was in good hands. Best boarding experience ever for my pup.”
“Ichly was the ABSOLUTE BEST! Right away you can tell she cares for your pet like it’s her own! She gave us daily updates and sent so many fun and cute videos/pics of the things they did together. I wholeheartedly trust her with my pets and would recommend her time and time again! Thank you Ichly!!!!”
“I highly recommend Cassandra. My dog loves her and her husband and they treat him like one of the family!!!! My Dash is very happy to go to their house! Cassandra is very kind to him and she sends lots of pictures!”
About: I fortunately have 6+ years experience working in the veterinary field and I’ve also been pet sitting for 10 years, for close friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues of mine. I can take care of special needs pets, giving oral or injectable medications and changing diapers or applying creams. I got you covered! I’m currently part-time at my job so I have ample time for play dates, walks, sleep overs, whatever your pet care needs may be! I have a large fenced in yard, treats for both dogs and cats, toys for both dogs and cats, and a medium size crate if needed I can provide for those of our furry friends who are crate trained.
“Sylvia took good care of my dog teddy. She sent me pictures to show me how teddy was doing and how he was getting along with her dog amber. I’m very happy that I found Sylvia whom I can trust my dog with and I will definitely leave teddy with her again on our next out of town trip.”
“This was my first time using Timothy and Crystal and ever leaving my pup with anyone. I felt comfortable leaving my dog with them and he seemed very well taken care of when I picked him up. Will use again..”
“I'm so glad I was able to book with Christine! I had something come up last minute and I was worried about leaving my anxious baby with someone new. This was my first overnight Rover experience and Christine was wonderful! She kept me updated with pictures and videos on how my sweet girl was doing. My dog was happy when I picked her up! Thank you again for everything!”
“Paul is a unicorn! There are not enough stars that can be left to recognize his effort. He took in Lexie at the last minute and the care she received was top notch. We are visitors in the area and will always contact Paul first when we are here.”
“Dominique is a great dog sitter! She really gave our dog Clyde a wonderful stay at her house with lots of attention, exercise and treats. Couldn’t ask for a better experience.”
“From the initial meeting to picking Beef up, Olivia was amazing! She was so welcoming and I immediately felt like Beef was in good hands. I received pictures every day of Beef enjoying his time on walks or playing with her dog and cats. She even sewed up a corner of his bed that had ripped prior to us getting there! I was so happy that I could trust Beef would be taken care of while I was out of town and I will absolutely be trusting Olivia with Beef in the future!”
About: I am a retired CVT with over 25 years of experience in small animals, emergency medicine, and teaching future veterinary technician students. I retired 5 years ago and began traveling. Both myself and my husband have been pet sitting full time all over the country. We are home in Florida for an extended amount of time and wanted to expand our services locally. I am comfortable giving medications. It is important to us to maintain a consistent stress-free experience for both the pet owner as well as your family member. I am retired so my schedule is open. I do provide pet sitting via another site so I tend to book up quickly from there. I prefer when pet sitting in clients homes that they provide me with their expectations. For cats I do prefer inside cats only because I don’t want to be responsible if your indoor/outdoor cat doesn’t come home.
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Cocoa is $40
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Cocoa
Maria was absolutely wonderful with our two fur babies, Bailee and Brynlee! From the moment we dropped them off, we felt completely at ease knowing they were in such loving hands. Maria went above and beyond to make sure our girls were happy, comfortable, and spoiled. She kept us updated throughout their stay and sent us the sweetest pictures, which meant so much to us while we were away. She took them on walks, brushed their teeth, brushed them, gave them lots of love and attention, and even let them sleep with her! She also gave them homemade peanut butter and pumpkin treats that her dad made, which was such a sweet and thoughtful touch! It was obvious that Bailee and Brynlee were getting so much love and attention while they were staying with her. Maria didn't just watch our dogs—she truly cared for them like they were her own. ❤️ We are so grateful we found her and would absolutely trust her with our girls again. I highly recommend Maria to anyone looking for someone who will love, spoil, and take wonderful care of their fur babies! 🐶🐶💕
Best first experience with Rover! Amanda was incredible with our girl Aurora and I could tell from the updates that she was having a fantastic time staying with Amanda and her sweet family. She was so well cared for and it put my heart at ease to know we could get away for a cruise and know Aurora was in good hands. I happily recommend Amanda for anyone looking for a fantastic dog sitter! We'd love to have her sit for us again on our next trip!
Priya is an amazing sitter and took excellent care of my Pug! She is kind and professional, and made sure Matias was comfortable right from the start. The communication was great and she kept me updated throughout the stay. Highly recommend bringing any pet to Priya and I look forward to seeing her again! Thanks!!
Angelina was so incredible with my babies! They can be needy but she was so patient with them. She sent updates and pictures daily, they got lots of walks and adventures! She even gave them baths before they left. She was very easy to work with schedule wise as well which made drop off/pickup effortless!
Gerri was very accommodating last minute. She also responds very quickly to messages. Our dog seemed comfortable and happy in the photos and when we picked him up. The only thing I could nit pick is that she had his leash hooked to his collar instead of his harness when we picked him up. I would definitely use Gerri again!
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Cocoa is $43 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $56 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 944 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Cocoa. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
95% of sitters in Cocoa can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Cocoa home-away-from-home, packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Cocoa.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Cocoa sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in FL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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