Dog Boarding in Cologne, MN
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“Olive didn’t want to leave Vanessa and Andrew (& the kids)! She seemed to have a very good time and found a good routine. They sent daily pics when I asked for them. All went great!! Thanks so much! I had a lot of anxiety but feel so much better now knowing she’s in good hands.”


“Our two dogs had a good stay with Amelia. She did well with our older dog's medication schedule, and both dogs looked healthy and happy, just like we left them. Very flexible on drop off/pick up times to accommodate our scheduled travel. We will call her again for our next overnighting needs.”


“Ashley and Christian were great!!! Highly recommend! Our dog was very well cared for, they played with her, and ensured that she received adequate amounts of exercise. We also received daily updates about our dog. ???”


“Brenna did a great job watching our pug! She has two of her own and it was so fun seeing pictures of the 3 of them together having a fun time. She has a fenced in backyard and deck so they can hang outside. She even let them sleep in her bed! Thanks for taking such good care of our girl!”


“Emma is amazing. I can recommend her with all my heart. Our Zuma spent with Emma and her family 5 days and was perfect. Emma sent me every day update (photo and video). Zuma was very happy and she had the best company to play. We will definitely come back to Emma!!!”


“Great experience. Bethany was very accommodating - Ace can be nervous and this was his first time being boarded. Communications were excellent and we received many pictures. Thank you!”


“We can tell our dog had a great time with Katie and her dog. We appreciated the updates and quick communication. Hopefully can come back in the future!”


“Kyle was amazing! Took the dogs on lots of walks and had a lot of outside time. Sent lots of pictures and updates to us which was very comforting as it was our first experience using Rover. We will absolutely use him again for our Bandit!”


“Melissa and her family were the best sitters for our dog. They took such loving care of our golden retriever and we know he absolutely had a wonderful stay at her home. Melissa is quick with communication and trustworthy. Her children are an added bonus as pet lovers themselves - there to play with and snuggle your pup giving extra love and attention. Our dog came home clean and happy and even had homemade treats and a handmade toy. The sweetest! We would absolutely have our dog stay with Melissa and her family again.”


“Juno always comes home grubby and exhausted and SO HAPPY!!! She plays so well with Dayjah's dogs and I know when I have to leave her that she's going to have a blast. THANK YOU Dayjah!”


“Provided really good care for my dog Shelly. Provided photos and updates. Loved that there was a fenced in yard so Shelly could be out each day.”


“Beth was great to work with. I have a high anxiety dog and it went much better than I hoped. Beth was calm and reassured me it would be fine and it was! It was nice to be able to enjoy my vacation and not spend it worrying about our dog.”


“Amanda and family were so amazing with Minnie! Very responsive with communication, accommodating, flexible with scheduling and most of all loving and caring with Minnie! Would definitely recommend. ❤️”


“it went very well. her Gemma is a sweet dog that no doubt helped our pup settle in without much trouble. Charlene took our pup on several walks, sent us several photos and a couple videos, and kept us fully at ease that we chose correctly! thank you so much!”


“Amanda and her family were perfect and took excellent care of our pup. Great communication, frequent updates, and an overall positive experience.”


“Austin and Cassie were so great! Bailey felt right at home with them and their daughter. She was able to run around outside with their dogs and she loved that! They sent multiple pictures throughout the day and sent updates on how she was doing. We couldn’t have asked for better care for our dog!”


“We had a great experience with Karri. She was quick to communicate and gave us updates and pictures of our pup. We would happily use her again!”


“Once again another awesome stay with John and Kate. Max comes home stress free and well exercised. Kate does such a great job sending updates and photos. We’ve already booked our next visit!!”


“Nicole took care of our little dog for a week. She did a fantastic job. We got daily updates and photos about how Luna was adapting and what she was up to, including regular walks. She got along great with the family dog. I highly recommend Nicole!”


“So thankful to have found Ana and Michael to care for our dog. They provided such loving care that made Juni feel right at home and is at ease while on vacation. I definitely recommend them and will be returning for future needs.”

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1. Vanessa & Andrew H.

“Olive didn’t want to leave Vanessa and Andrew (& the kids)! She seemed to have a very good time and found a good routine. They sent daily pics when I asked for them. All went great!! Thanks so much! I had a lot of anxiety but feel so much better now knowing she’s in good hands.”


2. Amelia B.

“Our two dogs had a good stay with Amelia. She did well with our older dog's medication schedule, and both dogs looked healthy and happy, just like we left them. Very flexible on drop off/pick up times to accommodate our scheduled travel. We will call her again for our next overnighting needs.”


3. Ashley & Christian D.

“Ashley and Christian were great!!! Highly recommend! Our dog was very well cared for, they played with her, and ensured that she received adequate amounts of exercise. We also received daily updates about our dog. ???”


4. Brenna T.

“Brenna did a great job watching our pug! She has two of her own and it was so fun seeing pictures of the 3 of them together having a fun time. She has a fenced in backyard and deck so they can hang outside. She even let them sleep in her bed! Thanks for taking such good care of our girl!”


5. Emma M.

“Emma is amazing. I can recommend her with all my heart. Our Zuma spent with Emma and her family 5 days and was perfect. Emma sent me every day update (photo and video). Zuma was very happy and she had the best company to play. We will definitely come back to Emma!!!”


6. Bethany S.

“Great experience. Bethany was very accommodating - Ace can be nervous and this was his first time being boarded. Communications were excellent and we received many pictures. Thank you!”


7. Katie K.

“We can tell our dog had a great time with Katie and her dog. We appreciated the updates and quick communication. Hopefully can come back in the future!”


8. Kyle J.

“Kyle was amazing! Took the dogs on lots of walks and had a lot of outside time. Sent lots of pictures and updates to us which was very comforting as it was our first experience using Rover. We will absolutely use him again for our Bandit!”


9. Melissa B.

“Melissa and her family were the best sitters for our dog. They took such loving care of our golden retriever and we know he absolutely had a wonderful stay at her home. Melissa is quick with communication and trustworthy. Her children are an added bonus as pet lovers themselves - there to play with and snuggle your pup giving extra love and attention. Our dog came home clean and happy and even had homemade treats and a handmade toy. The sweetest! We would absolutely have our dog stay with Melissa and her family again.”


10. Dayjah H.

“Juno always comes home grubby and exhausted and SO HAPPY!!! She plays so well with Dayjah's dogs and I know when I have to leave her that she's going to have a blast. THANK YOU Dayjah!”


11. Natalie & Paul B.

“Provided really good care for my dog Shelly. Provided photos and updates. Loved that there was a fenced in yard so Shelly could be out each day.”


12. Beth C.

“Beth was great to work with. I have a high anxiety dog and it went much better than I hoped. Beth was calm and reassured me it would be fine and it was! It was nice to be able to enjoy my vacation and not spend it worrying about our dog.”


13. Amanda R.

“Amanda and family were so amazing with Minnie! Very responsive with communication, accommodating, flexible with scheduling and most of all loving and caring with Minnie! Would definitely recommend. ❤️”


14. Charleen F.

“it went very well. her Gemma is a sweet dog that no doubt helped our pup settle in without much trouble. Charlene took our pup on several walks, sent us several photos and a couple videos, and kept us fully at ease that we chose correctly! thank you so much!”


15. Amanda B.

“Amanda and her family were perfect and took excellent care of our pup. Great communication, frequent updates, and an overall positive experience.”


16. Austin & Cassie K.

“Austin and Cassie were so great! Bailey felt right at home with them and their daughter. She was able to run around outside with their dogs and she loved that! They sent multiple pictures throughout the day and sent updates on how she was doing. We couldn’t have asked for better care for our dog!”


17. Karri H.

“We had a great experience with Karri. She was quick to communicate and gave us updates and pictures of our pup. We would happily use her again!”


18. Kate & John B.

“Once again another awesome stay with John and Kate. Max comes home stress free and well exercised. Kate does such a great job sending updates and photos. We’ve already booked our next visit!!”


19. Nicole F.

“Nicole took care of our little dog for a week. She did a fantastic job. We got daily updates and photos about how Luna was adapting and what she was up to, including regular walks. She got along great with the family dog. I highly recommend Nicole!”


20. Ana & Michael R.

“So thankful to have found Ana and Michael to care for our dog. They provided such loving care that made Juni feel right at home and is at ease while on vacation. I definitely recommend them and will be returning for future needs.”
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As of Apr 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Cologne is $45 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $315. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Cologne dog boarding rates can be found as low as $33 to as high as $48 per night.
As of Apr 2025, 468 sitters provided dog boarding in Cologne. 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, 91% of Cologne dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Cologne have an average of 18 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 Cologne.
Rover makes it easy to find Cologne 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 468 dog boarding sitters in Cologne on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Cologne, 98% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 85% 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.
