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Sitter Profile Image: John & Teri D.
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John & Teri D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

Dropping off my pup with John & Teri felt like leaving him with family. They are incredibly kind, and geniunely care for and love your dog like their own. It helps that they speak doodle, too. The one caution is if you leave your dog there for too many days, they might end up not wanting to come back home. If you have a doodle and need a sitter, you’re doing your dog a disservice if you choose anyone else! 11/10 recommend.

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Kirsten H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
93 reviews
39 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

Kirsten was fantastic! This was our first time using Rover and Kirsten made me feel so at ease. Her home was lovely and dog friendly and I know our dog was well taken care of. Her daily messages and pictures made me feel in touch with what was going on with our dog. Thank you, Kirsten! We will definitely look you up again when we need another dog sitter.

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Brittni K.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
30 years of experience
Cottage grove, MN, 55016

I felt very comfortable leaving Venus with Brittni and her family. That feeling was validated after seeing the smiles on Brittni and my beloved Venus' face. We thank you

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Sarah & Richard W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
15 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

Our puppy was showered with love and received personalized care while we were away for a long weekend. We received regular updates, and Sarah was very flexible with our requests. They love dogs. We felt safe leaving our puppy with them. Great family.

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Serah G.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
MN - Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

Serah was an amazing person to have as our little Lita’s foster momma while we had an extended vacation. She kept us in the loop with texts and pictures. It was so reassuring to have our pup taken care of and loved as her own. Lita loved the fenced in yard and having Riley, Serah’s dog, as her playmate. We highly recommend Serah. We will definitely choose her again as our first choice in dog sitters.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jazmin & Mary C.
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Jazmin & Mary C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

Our dog had an awesome stay with Jazmin & Mary. Communication was thorough with daily updates and pictures and even a written report when we picked our dog up. We highly recommend using Jazmin & Mary if you want to be assured that your dog is well taken care of!

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Heather M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

Heather took great care of my doggo over the holidays. I know he had a blast from the photos she sent. Happy to know my dog has a new furry friend to hang out with.

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Sitter Profile Image: Michelle & Matthew J.
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Michelle & Matthew J.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

Michelle was amazing for our dog! This was his first stay away from us and to say we were nervous is an understatement. Michelle made sure Maverick was loved the whole time and made sure to update me with plenty of pics and videos. They really made Maverick apart of their family for the week! We couldn’t be more grateful and will definitely book again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Caleb K.
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Caleb K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
266 reviews
108 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

We boarded our dog Wally over a long holiday weekend, and Caleb was great! He made time to see us ahead of time so the dogs could meet, and he was communicative and friendly and very skilled either the animals. Thanks Caleb!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elyse C.
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Elyse C.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
144 reviews
61 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

Elyse and her family took excellent care of our Welsh Terrier—and she gave them some big challenges while visiting ?. We appreciate Elyse’s honesty and positivity through it all. These are caregivers who really love dogs!

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Mike W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
668 reviews
273 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Woodbury, MN, 55125

Mike was fantastic and took great care of our dog for the week she stayed with him! He sent updates and was very flexible with days and drop off. We will definitely be asking to watch our dog again, it's nice to have someone you trust watching your pup for a whole week!

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Landon & MaLese D.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Woodbury, MN, 55129

Landon, MaLese and and family are great with my dog! She gets so excited when she knows we're going over there, and they take great care of her, with regular updates throughout the visit. Highly recommend!

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Carman I.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
15 years of experience
Woodbury, Woodbury, MN, 55125

Carman was a delight and we felt very comfortable leaving our two dogs with her. She sent pictures and took them outside to play and they seemed very comfortable and at ease when we picked them up. Carman stayed up late for us to pick them up at 11pm which we also greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend Carman, and will definitely ask her to take care of our pups in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie F.
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Katie F.
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$55
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4.8 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Cottage Grove, MN, 55016

About: **Loving Pet Home with Room to Roam!** Hi there! My partner and I are lifelong animal lovers with a spacious home that's perfect for furry guests. We have a big house with plenty of space to play, nap, and feel right at home. Our own pets are super friendly and love making new friends—so your dog or cat will feel like part of the family while you're away! Whether your pet loves lounging in the sun, playing fetch, or curling up on the couch, we’re here to give them a safe, fun, and loving environment. We know how important it is to have peace of mind when you're away, and we’re happy to provide updates, photos, and extra cuddles. Looking forward to meeting you and your pet! We both work from home and we are home all day long and most evenings. We can provide lots of supervision, love and care for furry guests. We have lots of space in our house for playtime and to find quiet corners to relax. We always promote safety first for our pets and furry guests.

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Tracy M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
178 reviews
44 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Woodbury, MN, 55129

Tracy is absolutely wonderful. She provided such loving care for our dog Winnie, giving her true one-on-one attention, lots of pets and walks. We’ve already booked our next extended stay with Tracy in a few months - cannot recommend her enough!

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Suzy M.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Woodbury, MN, 55129

About: Hi, I have had dogs, horses, cats, hamsters and fish my entire life. There’s nothing I love more than being in the presence of all sweet creatures!! It’s the joy of my life! I am a Certified Reiki Master as well and happy to assist in any additional way you see fit for your pet. I finished my first book a now seeking multiple walks with new furry friends for my own dog! My daughter is off to college also so I have time to snuggle up animals! I have a fenced yard and one dog that misses doggy daycare since I am home full time now. He is about 10 and loves to be outside or generally just assisting in all things I do during the day.

Sitter Profile Image: Monika T.
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Monika T.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
22 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Oakdale, MN, 55128

Monika is an animal lover. Our pup received personalized and loving care with Monika. We were in good hands and so grateful for her care. We received frequent updates and pics, ensuring us that our pup was happy. 5 stars!

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Amanda K.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
St Paul Park, MN, 55101

Amanda accepted my dog on a short notice and took very good care of him. Sent me photos and updates which was great. My dog gets very nervous when I'm away but he quickly got comfortable with her, she has excellent patience. 100% recommend.

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Ashley R.
Sitter Profile Image: Lynn U.
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Lynn U.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
165 reviews
76 repeat clients
24 years of experience
St. Paul Park, MN, 55071

Paid Lynn tip money when we picked our baby up instead of through this app. Loved all the photos Lynn sent along with the updates throughout our dogs stay. We felt very comfortable knowing the outdoors were completely fenced in. And, if needed, the ability to separate dogs in the house with baby gates. Our puppy seemed to enjoy her stay with naps, playtime and her meals.

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Sitter Profile Image: Trudy K.
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Trudy K.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
175 reviews
53 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Eagan, MN, 55123

3rd time for Trudy to watch our dog Kole and there is no one else we trust then her and her family. She always sends pictures and provides updates and when we arrive to pick Kole he is always happy. Thank you and until next time!

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Morgana was an amazing sitter for Petey. She sent daily messages and photos with updates. Petey looked like he enjoyed himself and was well cared for. Thanks to Morgana, we were able to enjoy our trip knowing he was in good hands.

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Jamey K.
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Dropping off my pup with John & Teri felt like leaving him with family. They are incredibly kind, and geniunely care for and love your dog like their own. It helps that they speak doodle, too. The one caution is if you leave your dog there for too many days, they might end up not wanting to come back home. If you have a doodle and need a sitter, you’re doing your dog a disservice if you choose anyone else! 11/10 recommend.

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Max P.
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Caleb is amazing! Cooper seemed to be so comfortable. He gave us updates frequently and would highly recommend him to care for my dog again! We will use him over and over! 🤗

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Stephanie L.
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Brittani and her family took very good care of our dog on short notice. In the pictures they sent, our dog looked very happy playing with their dog and when I picked our dog up, he was happy and tired from a lot of playtime. I’d definitely recommend Brittny and her kind family to care for your pet!

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Theresa G.
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Dino loved his time with Jazmin & Mary! We received regular updates and videos. When we had an unexpected family emergency come up, they were so caring and kind. I would not hesitate to book with them again!

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Josephine B.
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Our dog had a great stay with Sarah and Richard! They were very responsive and we appreciated the daily photo and video updates. Our dog loved playing with their dog Sadie!

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Christina W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Great communication! Our dogs had a blast there and we're very obviously loved and taken care of. We will be using their services again in the future.

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Miriah C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing! We found our preferred dog watchers. We’re pretty sure Oakley doesn’t even miss us anymore when he goes to Elyse and Jonathan’s house because he gets so much love and fun play over there.

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Stephanie S.
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My dogs came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well loved. Highly recommend to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring!

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Christina E.
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Tasha and her family were wonderful with Thor...he had a great vacation with them! Will definitely plan on booking with Tasha again soon.

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Joe G.
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Hannah is amazing! Sunny adores her and we are lucky to be able to have a sitter that we trust our baby with!

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Raya B.
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Michelle and Matthew made our Ruth so happy. Fantastic option for Rover! Very communicative and caring.

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Joshua P.
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Heather was very accommodating, great communication and gave daily updates/photos. Will definitely use her again if we need to board.

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Rachel C.
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Suzy is Amazing! My dog has only stayed with family prior to this stay- needless to say- I was nervous. Suzy immediately set me and my pup at ease. She is a wonderful communicator and kept us updated with texts and pictures. The experience we had with Suzy far exceeded our expectations- thank you Suzy for taking such good care of our girl!

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Shannon T.
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Our pup had a great stay with Ana! She kept us informed and sent pictures throughout the stay and she was flexible when our travel plans changed!

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Laura K.
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Beth and her family took wonderful care of our big boy. She sent frequent updates and photos which we really appreciated. Elroy clearly adored them and was a member of the family for the duration of his stay.

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Leslie P.
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Katie was amazing with our dog Polly while we went away on vacation. We did a meet and greet beforehand so Polly was familiar with her pets and we could make sure it was a good fit. Once it was time to drop her off she couldn’t wait to be back there! Katie sent frequent updates and we had no worries at all while away. I highly recommend her as a sitter and will absolutely use her again in the future!

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Marnie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kirsten took wonderful care of our pup and was a lifesaver when we encountered travel delays. Great communication. Highly recommend!

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Erica C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda accepted my dog on a short notice and took very good care of him. Sent me photos and updates which was great. My dog gets very nervous when I'm away but he quickly got comfortable with her, she has excellent patience. 100% recommend.

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Ashley R.
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Amanda was great with Gus, unfortunately Gus and her lab weren’t the best of friends but overall he left happy!

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Tara C.
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove dog boarding rates can be found as low as $32 to as high as $55 per night.

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As of Jun 2026, 2,469 sitters provided dog boarding in Cottage Grove. 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 Cottage Grove dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove.

Rover makes it easy to find Cottage Grove 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 2,469 dog boarding sitters in Cottage Grove on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Cottage Grove, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.